Best Weekend Edition Saturday Podcasts (2025)

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The latest on the targeted Minnesota state lawmakers shootings 4:34

4d ago4:34

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Minnesota Public Radio's Clay Masters reports on targeted state lawmaker shootings.By Debbie Elliott

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DTLA curfew lifted for now, Padilla rebukes Trump in Senate, Lebron eyes his 23rd season — The P.M. Edition 4:59

1h ago4:59

4:59

There's no more curfew in downtown L.A., at least for now. California Senator Alex Padilla rebuked the federal government on the Senate floor today. Could #23 be in for a historic 23rd season? Lebron James is thinking about it. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/L…

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Trump vs Newsom round 2, The future of the downtown curfew, CA's "No Secret Police Act"— The A.M. Edition 4:57

10h ago4:57

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It's Round 2 in court for President Trump and Governor Newsom, and LA's federal troop presence hangs in the balance. LA City Council decides if the downtown curfew stays or goes. The bill to ban law enforcement from covering their faces. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.pre…

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City of LA reveals cost of its protest response, Legislature votes to freeze Medi-Cal expansion, Shohei to hit the mound tonight — The P.M. Edition 4:41

1d ago4:41

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L.A. city leaders have revealed how much its response to the anti-ICE protests has cost so far. The California legislature puts a freeze on Medi-Cal enrollment for immigrants without legal status. Shohei Ohtani is expected to make his long-awaited first pitch for the Dodgers tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join…

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Trump calls for more ICE action in LA, Street vendors go underground, Search for LA internet vandals— The A.M. Edition 4:57

1d ago4:57

4:57

President Trump calls for the expansion of ICE action in Los Angeles. Federal Arrests are keeping Street Vendors away and turning parts of LA into a ghost town. The search for the vandals who caused a massive LA internet outage. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/L…

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Dozens arrested during “No Kings” protest in downtown L.A., Altadena heals through ink, and L.A. soccer history — Sunday Edition 14:10

2d ago14:10

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Dozens of people were arrested during Saturday's "No Kings" protest in downtown L.A., according to police. An Altadena tattoo parlor helps give survivors a sense of permanence. The history of soccer in Los Angeles as the FIFA Club World Cup kicks off. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Live from 'No Kings' protests, Culver City restaurant helps pollinators, Altadena train display is back on — Saturday Edition 10:24

3d ago10:24

10:24

Downtown Los Angeles sees thousands of Angelenos gather for the "No Kings" protests. A Culver City restaurant tries to help pollinators by giving away native plants. In conjunction with Pride celebrations at the Altadena library, Christmas Tree Lane resident Rob Caves is reopening his massive backyard train display. Support The L.A. Report by donat…

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Minnesota state lawmaker killed, another wounded in targeted shootings 3:40

4d ago3:40

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A former Minnesota House speaker and her husband were killed and a state senator and his wife were wounded in targeted shootings early Saturday at their homes near Minneapolis, officials said.By Avie Schneider

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Repentance: The Bridge That Leads to Walking In The Spirit - 1 John 1:9 30:00

4d ago30:00

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1 John 1:9 KJV If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. This is commentary from Pastor Clark on Lecture 6 from Charles Finney's Lectures on Revivals of Religion Download the PDF here- https://www.ccel.org/ccel/f/finney/revivals/cache/revivals.pdf…

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Former State Department analyst on potential effects of Israel's strikes on Iran 5:17

4d ago5:17

5:17

NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks to Aaron David Miller, a former State Department Middle East analyst and negotiator, about what Israel's strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites mean for the region.By Debbie Elliott

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The latest on Israel strikes on Iran 3:28

4d ago3:28

3:28

NPR's Hadeel Al-Shalchi reports from Tel Aviv on the second day of Israeli strikes on Iran.By Hadeel Al-Shalchi

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A look at today's No Kings protests 3:39

4d ago3:39

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No Kings protests will be held across the country. The protests are the same day as a military parade in Washington to celebrate the Army's 250th birthday which coincides with Trump's 79th birthday.By Debbie Elliott

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The US Army celebrates its 250th anniversary 3:51

4d ago3:51

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A parade kicks off today celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Army. But some people are uneasy about a display of hardware often associated with authoritarian regimes.By Frank Langfitt

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In Haiti, a record number of people have been displaced from their homes 2:50

4d ago2:50

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As the crisis in Haiti deepens, a record number of people have been forced to leave their homes due to gang violence according to the United Nations.By Eyder Peralta

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Who's welcome in the US? 5:46

4d ago5:46

5:46

President Trump's immigration executive orders issued since January are telegraphing a massive shift in who is welcome in America.By Sandhya Dirks

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Ecologist Alice Risely discusses the seagull diet project "Gulls Eating Stuff" 3:56

4d ago3:56

3:56

Seagulls can eat it all: everything from a hamburger to an octopus. NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with ecologist Alice Risely about her project, "Gulls Eating Stuff," that studies the birds' diet.By Debbie Elliott

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What is the Club World Cup? 4:03

4d ago4:03

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Starting today, soccer teams from 32 countries are competing in the Club World Cup, not to be confused with THE World Cup, which is next year. This competition takes place in 11 U.S. cities.By Rafael Nam

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Saturday Sports: It's the finals for the NBA, Stanley Cup and FIFA World Club Cup 3:55

4d ago3:55

3:55

We're in the thick of finals season! NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, and something new, the FIFA World Club Cup. NPR's Debbie Elliott talks to sports writer Howard Bryant.By Debbie Elliott

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Week in politics: the conflict between Israel and Iran and protests in CA 4:37

4d ago4:37

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We look at the political fallout from the conflict between Israel and Iran, and discuss what's next in the lawsuit over President Trump's use of the National Guard in Los Angeles.By Debbie Elliott

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FULL SHOW | CROWS LAST NIGHT | WHAT WOULD YOU RATHER? 46:19

5d ago46:19

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[00:00:00] 9:03 am - TOH Show Overview [00:03:02] 9:10 am - Big Topic! [00:09:18] 9:20 am - Jars' Gogglebox [00:12:33] 9:29 am - Overnight Scoreboard - COUUNTRY LIVING HOMES [00:16:25] 9:36 am - Cricket Update! [00:20:36] 9:46 am - Loz's Caro [00:22:04] 9:51 am - Would you rather? [00:28:56] 10:09 am - TOH Show Overview [00:33:22] 10:18 am - How ha…

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Marines deployed in Westwood, LAPD's use of force draws scrutiny, CHLA to stop offering gender-affirming care — The P.M. Edition 5:25

4d ago5:25

5:25

After back and forth legal rulings, Marines have been deployed to protect a federal building in Westwood. Legal experts say LAPD's use of less lethal weapons in the last week might have been unlawful. Children's Hospital L.A. has announced it's closing its trans healthcare center. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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National Guard fight heads to appeal court, Possible exemptions from ICE arrests, CA launches State Farm investigation— The A.M. Edition 6:00

4d ago6:00

6:00

The future of the National Guard in LA heads to an appeal court after an initial win for Gavin Newsom. President Trump seems to be making some exceptions when it comes to ICE arrests. Wildfire survivors celebrate a new investigation into State Farm. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Praying Through The Spirit - His Will Not Our Own 30:00

5d ago30:00

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This is commentary from Pastor Clark on Lecture 6 from Charles Finney's Lectures on Revivals of Religion Download the PDF here- https://www.ccel.org/ccel/f/finney/revivals/cache/revivals.pdfBy Clark Covington

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No Kings protests and a military parade offer a split-screen view of American politics 54:00

5d ago54:00

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PLUS: A Latino Angelino on the crackdown in LA; remembering pop-funk icon Sly Stone; what's behind a global shortage of hormone replacement therapy; a new documentary chronicles a year of life in Gaza through the eyes of a young photojournalist; and Riffed from the Headlines, our weekly musical news quiz.…

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Judge blocks troop deployment in LA, Padilla removed from press conference, Trump blocks CA Clean Air Act rules— The P.M. Edition 5:19

5d ago5:19

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*UPDATE: This episode of The L.A. Report was updated to reflect a federal judge's temporary restraining order against the use of military personnel in Los Angeles, which was issued after the initial P.M. Edition was published. A judge has temporarily blocked the deployment of the National Guard and Marines in the L.A. protests. Senator Alex Padilla…

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Likely Stories - Roman Stories by Jhumpa Lahiri 3:29

6d ago3:29

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Hello, I'm Rebecca Flavin, director of engaged learning curriculum and senior lecturer of political science at Baylor University. My friends will all attest. Two of my favorite things are reading and traveling. And when I can combine the two by reading books about places I travel, I am in heaven.By Rebecca Flavin

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Newsom VS Trump in court, LA announces protest-related charges, Grocery workers authorize strike— The A.M. Edition 5:37

5d ago5:37

5:37

Governor Newsom and the Trump administration prepare for a face-off in court. More than a dozen people are facing charges in connection with recent immigration protests. Tens of thousands of SoCal grocery store workers are preparing for a possible strike. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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Senator may investigate CHIRLA, Hundreds arrested by LAPD last night, Brian Wilson dies at 82 — The P.M. Edition 5:52

7d ago5:52

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A Republican Senator is threatening an investigation into on of LA's leading immigrants rights groups. Over 200 people were arrested downtown last night into Wednesday morning as the city's curfew took effect. A true Southern California original - Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys - has died at the age of 82. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by don…

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Mayor Bass considers more curfews, Newsom slams Trump, LAPD response criticized— The A.M. Edition 4:59

7d ago4:59

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Mayor Bass meets today to consider further downtown curfews. Governor Newsom calls on all Americans to not give in to President Trump. Some are criticizing the LAPD for giving safe passage to ICE agents. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Pr…

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Judge blocks Newsom's request to block troops in LA, Glendale terminates ICE contract, Andrew Do's old colleagues react — The P.M. Edition 5:20

8d ago5:20

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A federal judge has denied California's request to block the use of federal troops in Los Angeles. The city of Glendale has terminated its contract with ICE - we explain way they had that agreement. Former O-C supervisor Andrew Do's old colleagues are responding to his sentencing. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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Marines could arrive today in LA, Senators demand Huerta investigation, LAUSD security boost for last school day— The A.M. Edition 5:47

8d ago5:47

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The Marines are making their way to LA. Senators demand answers over the arrest of a union leader. LA Unified School District is on the lookout for ICE agents on its last day of school. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit…

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Newsom sues Trump over use of National Guard, Hundreds of Marines deployed to LA, Andrew Do receives maximum sentence 5:53

9d ago5:53

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California is suing the Trump administration for deploying Marine and National Guard troops in L.A., though experts question his authority to do so. Former OC supervisor Andrew Do was sentenced a maximum sentence to 5 years in prison today, following details that emerged through an LAist investigation. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donatin…

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Newsom sues over National Guard in LA, Rally for arrested labor leader, Andrew Do sentencing— The A.M. Edition 6:01

9d ago6:01

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Governor Newsom is taking the president to court, because of National Guard troops on the streets of LA. Labor activists demand justice for one of their own who was arrested in the protests. It's federal sentencing day for the man who used to be one of the most powerful politicians in Orange County. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at…

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National Guard troops in LA, Chat with Paramount Rep. Nanette Barragan — Sunday Edition 10:35

10d ago10:35

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Clashes between protesters and authorities over weekend ICE sweeps prompt President Trump to deploy the National Guard. We speak with Congresswoman Nanette Barragan, whose congressional district Includes the city of Paramount, the unlikely flashpoint to the conflicts. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…

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ICE raids, Bass signs budget, Silver Lake's new women's sports bar — Saturday Edition 11:02

11d ago11:02

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In L.A., activists and elected officials alike reel from multiple immigration raids yesterday. And L.A. Mayor Karen Bass signs a new budget that closes a nearly $1 billion gap. And L.A. gets its first bar dedicated to women's sports, Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.…

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In 'Astronaut', Taylor Jenkins Reid imagines the first women astronauts 8:20

11d ago8:20

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NPR's Debbie Elliott talks with Taylor Jenkins Reid about the lives of the first women astronauts as imagined in her new novel, "Atmosphere."By Debbie Elliott

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