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The city council will only give you 60 seconds, but you get 60 minutes on the KABC News Blitz. Randy Wang takes your calls on hyper-local news that you actually care about.

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Recent Guests

Tom Steyer
Guest appearing to discuss the D Line and transit issues in LA
Episode: Can You Actually Survive LA Without a Car? Metro Thinks So.
David Donahue
President of Vision Burbank, discussing local transit policy and SB 79 housing law
Vision Burbank
Episode: Steve Hilton On The Boyle Heights Disaster
Steve Hilton
Candidate for Governor of California, discussing Phase 2 campaign and policy platform
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Episode: Steve Hilton On The Boyle Heights Disaster
Allison Charalambas
Member of Woodland Hills Neighborhood Collective
Woodland Hills Neighborhood Collective
Episode: Speed Dating For Roommates?
Matt Heisey
Member of Woodland Hills Neighborhood Collective
Woodland Hills Neighborhood Collective
Episode: Speed Dating For Roommates?
Alex Vesia
Dodgers relief pitcher
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Los Angeles Neighborhoods Dealing With Coyotes
Tricia Cruz
Reporter for KABC; conducted interview
KABC
Episode: Los Angeles Neighborhoods Dealing With Coyotes
Marc Joffe
Visiting fellow of the California Policy Center and president of the Contra Costa County Taxpayers Association
California Policy Center; Contra Costa County Taxpayers Association
Episode: LAUSD Wants to Ban Screens Before The Second Grade
Rachel Darvish
Attorney, Palisadian, petitioner advocating wildfire spending audit
Change.org/auditcawildfires
Episode: Jury Deadlocked in Palisades Arson Trial

Host

Randy Wang
Host of The News Blitz, covers hyper-local news, politics, and community issues with a call-in format.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Response to 'Yells at Clouds'

    I bet even Labradors don't like you-and they like EVERYONE.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smuggler#3
    United States9 months ago
  • Local man yells at clouds

    I found Randy’s podcast while searching for content about SB 79. I was hoping — especially since it has KABC branding — to find a reasoned overview of SB 79 and what the pros and cons of the legislation would be. What I found instead was a snobby and privileged local home owner who doesn’t understand why people would live in apartments, is afraid of tall buildings, and laments that California doesn’t build starter homes in big cities anymore.

    If I want to hear an uninformed man yell his worst... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Regulatory Nerd
    United Statesa year ago
  • Los Angeles life in a nutshell

    Randy is an LA stalwart and always gives the best insight into the city be it breaking news or the food stuff. I moved away from the place 5 years ago and listen to this show when I want to reconnect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WestTide92
    United Statesa year ago
  • Keep Going Randy!

    Despite Randy having a face for AM radio (I Joke!), he is one of the best in the industry. Quick wit, sharp, humble, hilarious, and respectful of callers. This is a must listen Podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Foothill Hut Lover
    United States2 years ago
  • Los Angeles life in a nutshell

    If you were looking for a podcast to sum up the daily life and problems living in Los Angeles, you finally found it. Randi is excellent at framing stories properly and giving you multiple sources of a story so you can see the complete picture. This is a podcast you should subscribe to immediately.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WestTide92
    United States2 years ago

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Fans say the show provides timely, actionable updates for LA residents.
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Listeners appreciate the host's city-focused commentary and quick-witted delivery.

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Steve Hilton On The Boyle Heights Disaster
Q: What is your larger strategy for California if elected governor?
A practical, not ideological, plan focusing on enforcing laws, reducing homelessness through a three-point approach, reforming education with targeted standards, cutting back on the bloated state budget, and increasing local control while ensuring accountability.
Los Angeles Neighborhoods Dealing With Coyotes
Q: And can you tell us about the donation? Do you think it's going to be big enough this Thursday?
The reads confirm that 20% of the proceeds from net dinner sales at Habit will be donated to the Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and the guests emphasize the charity's impact and community involvement, with details about the event and how listeners can participate.
Why do we allow LA to be covered in Graffiti?
Q: What exactly is your organization doing to engage young people in elections?
The guest explains that the LA County Young Republicans run county chapters and host a range of events—from social to political and professional networking—to connect like-minded individuals and help them participate in campaigns or volunteer.
The City Of LA wants to help you turn your home kitchen into a restaruant
Q: Why is Flying Goat Cellars challenging the BID in Santa Barbara County?
They argue the BID should be voluntary (opt-in) and not imposed, citing First and Fifth Amendment rights and the perception that the county's marketing decisions don't fairly represent their interests.
The City Of LA wants to help you turn your home kitchen into a restaruant
Q: What is MECCO and how would it affect home cooks turning their kitchens into eateries?
MECCO would allow homeowners to operate a micro restaurant from their home, with health inspections to ensure safety, potentially lowering barriers to entry while increasing competition with brick-and-mortar restaurants.

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What is The KABC News Blitz about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A locally focused talk show centers on hyper-local governance, public safety, budget decisions, and community issues across Southern California. Episodes thread together city and state policy debates with on-the-ground reporting, guest interviews, and listener calls, covering topics from policing, homelessness, and housing affordability to infrastructure, taxes, and public services. The format often features campaign pitches from local candidates or policy experts, with a mix of investigative context, personal anecdotes, and timely takeaways for residents, small businesses, and local journalists. Notably, the host maintains a combative but informative tone, frequently challenging officials while highlighting accountability and transparency ... more

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3. Steve Hilton
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6. Alex Vesia
7. Tricia Cruz
8. Marc Joffe

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