Best Andrew Freed Podcasts (2025)

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MB 477: From House Hack to 350 Units: How to Achieve Financial Freedom in a Tenant Friendly State - With Andrew Freed 37:04

23d ago37:04

37:04

How do you scale to 350 multifamily units in a high-regulation, tenant-friendly market like Massachusetts—starting with a single house hack and a HELOC? In this episode, Andrew Freed breaks down how he did exactly that. He shares how he transitioned from a high-paying W-2 to full-time real estate investor, why he leaned into a market most investors…

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Inception (2010) ft. Walter Gainer 1:57:50

10h ago1:57:50

1:57:50

Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Walter Gainer (Founder of Boss Locks Media and Host of The Working While Black Show) discuss Inception (2010) for its 15th Anniversary: written and directed by Christopher Nolan, cinematography by Wally Pfister, music by Hans Zimmer, starring Leonard DiCaprio, Elliot Page, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Tom Hardy, Marion Co…

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Immigration lawyers face new reality, RPV could ban some new construction, Apple TV+ scores big with Emmy noms — The P.M. Edition 4:50

14h ago4:50

4:50

Immigration lawyers are now facing a much more stressful new reality. Rancho Palos Verdes is seeking to ban new construction in landslide prone areas. The Emmy nominations are out today, and word is Apple TV is happy with how the nominations shook out. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.c…

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Citizens released after Camarillo raid, USC warns of layoffs, SpaceX SoCal splashdown— The A.M. Edition 4:21

24h ago4:21

4:21

A pair of citizens are free after last week's massive cannabis farm immigration raid. But only one is facing charges. The head of USC warns that layoffs are coming. A happy SoCal homecoming for a record-setting astronaut. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist t…

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64: All Killer No Filler Made Sum 41 Legends w/ Kayzo 1:09:35

1d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are breaking down one of the most iconic pop punk albums of the 2000s, All Killer No Filler by Sum 41, with DJ legend, Kayzo. We dive into the chaos behind “Fat Lip,” the metal riffs hiding in plain sight, and how this album helped turn pop punk into a global phenomenon. Kayzo shares how discovering Sum 41 as…

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Homelessness decreased this year per LA's official count, CSULB Shark Lab program saved, LA's home run derby history — The P.M. Edition 4:58

1d ago4:58

4:58

L.A. officials are reporting a drop in homelessness numbers for the second year running. A last-minute grant saved Cal State Long Beach's shark monitoring program. You may know the MLB's home run derby is tonight - but did you know the first home run derby was in L.A.? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visitin…

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Trump to appeal immigration ruling, Cal State prof goes to court in Camarillo raid, the future of birthright citizenship in CA— The A.M. Edition 4:47

2d ago4:47

4:47

The Trump Administration isn't going to stop the SoCal immigration crackdown without a fight, despite last week's key ruling. A professor has his day in court for his role in the ICE chaos in Camarillo. The fight to preserve birthright citizenship in California. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https…

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MB480: From Solo Deals to 1,000+ Units: The Mindset and Partnerships That Changed Everything - With Eric Nelson 39:45

2d ago39:45

39:45

Eric Nelson thought buying one rental a year would lead to financial freedom. But after years of grinding, he realized he was just building another job. In this episode, Eric breaks down how he shifted from single-family rentals to a 1,000+ unit multifamily portfolio—and why mindset, mentorship, and the right partnerships made all the difference. W…

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Camarillo raid update, Catholic mass dispensation, Weird LA museums — Sunday Edition 11:04

3d ago11:04

11:04

An update on the federal immigration raid of a cannabis farm last week in Camarillo. The Diocese of San Bernardino says Catholics who are afraid of ICE detainment don't have to attend Sunday Mass. And Got a few hours to kill? How about spending it at one of a number of niche, under-the-radar museums in L.A.? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by d…

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The Only Divide 29:23

3d ago29:23

29:23

By Andrew Chang

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Major ICE raid ruling, Who is Stephen Miller, Saving Bunker Hill history — Saturday Edition 10:38

4d ago10:38

10:38

The latest on the federal immigration raids in L.A. Huntington Beach has a champion in top Trump insider Stephen Miller. A federal judge has ruled that agents must stop arresting people solely on their race, accents or their line of work. A palm tree nicknamed Sunshine with old Bunker Hill cred. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LA…

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UFW criticizes immigration raids, Judge sides with press groups against LAPD, The weird history of Barnes City — The P.M. Edition 4:46

5d ago4:46

4:46

United Farm Workers is denouncing yesterday's immigration raids in Camarillo and Carpentaria. After press groups sued LAPD for use of excessive force during last month's protests, a federal judge has temporarily ruled in the press's favor. We bring the history of one of L.A. County’s shortest-lived cities. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by don…

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Immigration crackdown ruling expected, Camarillo raid turns chaotic, Hillside Stranger parole hearing— The A.M. Edition 5:21

5d ago5:21

5:21

The ruling that could determine the future of SoCal immigration raids. Chaos in Camarillo as protesters take on federal agents, and someone may have fired a gun. A California parole board decides if one of the Hillside Stranglers should walk free. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vi…

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Experts to investigate Wilmington collapse, Can AI help homelessness officials?, Remembering Jewel of Jewel's Catch One — The P.M. Edition 5:00

6d ago5:00

5:00

Experts are flying in to L.A. to investigate a tunnel collapse in Wilmington last night. L.A. County is touting the success of an AI tool that ID's people at risk of losing their housing. We remember pioneering Black lesbian activist and former owner of the club Jewel's Catch One, Jewel Thais-Williams. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donatin…

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Collapsed tunnel rescue in Wilmington, Federal judge to consider ICE restraining order, LA's historically low murder rate— The A.M. Edition 5:00

6d ago5:00

5:00

A dramatic rescue, after dozens of workers were trapped in a collapsed tunnel. LA's attempts to stop the federal immigration crackdown go before a federal judge. Los Angeles is celebrating a historically low murder rate. 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…

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ICE sweeps and healthcare, CA dads taking more paid leave, Pelicans returned to wild after toxic algae — The P.M. Edition 4:50

7d ago4:50

4:50

ICE sweeps are deterring immigrant families from going to the doctor. We look at how many men are taking paternity leave these days under the state's program. Rehabilitated pelicans are turned to the wild after this season's toxic algae bloom. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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LA joins ACLU suit against feds, LAFD recovery team heads to TX, LA County gets new homelessness czar— The A.M. Edition 4:48

7d ago4:48

4:48

Communities from around Southern California are banding together in a lawsuit over ICE raids. LA fire fighters head to Texas to help recovery efforts from their deadly floods. LA County gets a new homelessness czar. 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 rece…

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Jaws (1975) Re-Revisit ft. Klarissa and Ralph Esparza 1:36:44

7d ago1:36:44

1:36:44

Dana and Tom with returning guests Klarissa (I've Seen That One (IG)) and Ralph Esparza (Film Producer) re-revisit Jaws (1975) for its 50th Anniversary: directed by Steven Spielberg, written by Peter Benchley and Carl Gottlieb, cinematography by Bill Butler, score by John Williams, starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss. Plot Summ…

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Fires and 4th of July fireworks, More license plate scanners coming to West LA, Death Valley ultramarathon underway — The P.M. Edition 4:38

8d ago4:38

4:38

Yesterday's fire in Laguna may have been sparked by fireworks: Just how often does that happen around July 4th? When to expect more license plate scanners in West L.A. An extreme ultramarathon is now underway - we'll have more on the trek from Death Valley all the way up to Mount Whitney. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com…

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Gov Newsom condemns MacArthur Park raid, CA joins lawsuit against ICE, California refuses ban on transgender athletes— The A.M. Edition 4:57

8d ago4:57

4:57

Governor Newsom calls the immigration raid on MacArthur Park nothing but political theater. California tries a new legal avenue to end the ICE crackdown. The state refuses to ban transgender athletes from high school sports. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAis…

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63: The Alkaline Trio Album That Changed Everything w/ Dan Andriano 1:33:48

8d ago1:33:48

1:33:48

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into From Here to Infirmary by Alkaline Trio with the band’s own Dan Andriano. He takes us inside the chaotic era that saw the band jump to a major label, clean up their sound, and face down the backlash. We get into the pressure of writing bigger songs, the weirdest moments behind the scenes, and …

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Officials tout LA fires cleanup; Rolling Hills proposes buyout program, Heatwave coming this week — The P.M. Edition 4:58

9d ago4:58

4:58

State and local officials spoke in L.A. today and celebrated the debris cleanup process. Rolling Hills is looking to offer a buyout program for homeowners affected by land movement. Get ready: A heatwave is on its way later this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prepp…

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6 months since January's wildfires, Grandfather deported after car wash raid, Crystal Cave reopens— The A.M. Edition 5:02

9d ago5:02

5:02

Leaders and survivors mark six months since January's deadly wildfires. For many survivors, big challenges still remain. A grandfather is detained at the car wash where he had worked for decades. Crystal Cave reopens. 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 re…

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MB479: The Real Path to Wealth: From Flips to Commercial Real Estate - With Paul Moore 41:09

9d ago41:09

41:09

In this episode, Michael Blank is joined by seasoned investor Paul Moore, founder of Wellings Capital, to unpack the journey from flipping houses and chasing every real estate strategy… to raising over $200 million in capital and building a fund-based business that finally delivered real wealth. Paul shares how a single moment with a mentor forced …

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Child dies from illegal fireworks, ICE protest art, Fake Burbank Airport — Sunday Edition 10:54

10d ago10:54

10:54

Recent ICE raids have inspired not just activism, but art. Once upon a time, the Burbank Airport cosplayed as a suburb. UCLA research project wants your help to study birds after wildfires. 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 Emergenc…

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Hold Fast 31:20

10d ago31:20

31:20

By Andrew Chang

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Air quality after July 4, Dodgers' blowout loss, A cemetery's spooky past — Saturday Edition 9:42

11d ago9:42

9:42

It's the day after July 4th, how is Fido doing? We check in on air quality post-fireworks. Dodgers got pummeled by the Houston Astros in a blowout 18 to 1 loss. Host Robert Garrova takes you on a tour of a cemetery in Sunland-Tujuna with quite the macabre reputation. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Fireworks explosion in Pacoima, LA City Council considers new ADU proposal, Irvine looks at a new housing development — The P.M. Edition 4:56

12d ago4:56

4:56

One man has been killed in a home firework explosion in Pacoima, CA. A new LA City Council proposal would allow homeowners to build and sell ADUs in their backyard. Irvine may consider a new housing development that would build townhomes on a retired asphalt plant. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting ht…

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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrest, LAPD's new guidance for dealing w/feds, Deadly Pacoima fireworks explosion— The A.M. Edition 5:05

12d ago5:05

5:05

The family of Julio Cesar Chavez Junior speaks out after his immigration arrest. LA's police chief has new guidance for officers dealing with federal agents. Pacoima sees first-hand the deadly potential of fireworks. 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 rec…

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Home at center of Andrew Do scandal seized, LA County has a leader for its new homelessness agency, Restaurants struggling due to fear of raids — The P.M. Edition 4:59

13d ago4:59

4:59

U.S. Marshals have seized former O.C. supervisor Andrew Do's daughter's home. L.A. County has a leader for its new homelessness agency. Immigration enforcement has had a chilling effect on local restaurants' business. 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 re…

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DHS investigates peeing agents in Pico Rivera, The future of fantasy sports betting in CA, Dodgers sued over DEI— The A.M. Edition 5:02

13d ago5:02

5:02

Pico Rivera educators demand answers over federal agents who peed on campus property. The Dodgers have been sued over their attempts at diversity and inclusion. A strike that could have crippled grocery shopping has now been avoided. The fate of fantasy sports betting in CA could be decided today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at …

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Sheriff Luna on rebuilding trust, Some say fire mortgage relief not provided, Pets and fireworks — The P.M. Edition 4:42

14d ago4:42

4:42

L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna says he hopes to rebuild trust in law enforcement when federal troops leave. Some who lost their homes in the L.A. fires say their banks aren't abiding by state rules. We have tips on keeping your pets safe and secure during the fireworks this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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LA City & County pursue legal action over immigration crackdown, Constitutional experts weigh in on federal suit against LA, Newsom to announce TV & film tax credits— The A.M. Edition 5:01

14d ago5:01

5:01

Both LA City and County are firing up their lawyers to take on the recent federal immigration crackdown. Constitutional experts are weighing in on the Trump Administration lawsuit against Los Angeles. Hollywood has $750 million reasons to celebrate today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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Elmer Gantry (1960) ft. Shoot the Flick 2:07:33

14d ago2:07:33

2:07:33

Dana and Tom are joined by first-time guests, Frankie and Scott (Shoot the Flick), to discuss another Best Picture nominee from 1960 with Elmer Gantry - celebrating its 65th anniversary: written and directed by Richard Brooks, cinematography by John Alton, music by Andre Previn, starring Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Arthur Kennedy, and Shirley Jon…

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LA officials blast Trump lawsuit, CA sues HHS over health data access, New LA rent hike cap — The P.M. Edition 4:59

15d ago4:59

4:59

L.A. city officials are condemning the Trump administration's lawsuit against the city's sanctuary policy. Meanwhile, the state is suing the federal government for giving immigration officials access to personal health data. L.A.'s new rent increase cap is now in effect as of today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join …

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Mayor Bass to respond to sanctuary lawsuit, CA Republicans want ICE changes, Ports brace for the return of tariffs— The A.M. Edition 5:01

15d ago5:01

5:01

The Trump Administration is suing LA, and now the Mayor is set to respond. A group of California Republicans are asking the feds to tone it down when it comes to immigration crackdowns. The ports are bracing for the return of Trump tariffs. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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62: How Modern Baseball Accidentally Started a New Era of Emo 36:44

15d ago36:44

36:44

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re breaking down You're Gonna Miss It All by Modern Baseball, the album that turned basement shows, inside jokes, and college oversharing into one of the most quietly influential records of the 2010s. We get into how they recorded it in a college studio, the wild story of how the band formed, why “Your Graduation” …

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Trump admin sues LA over sanctuary policies, County explores legal action against Trump, New OC nature preserve — The P.M. Edition 4:58

16d ago4:58

4:58

The Trump administration is suing the city of L.A. over its protections for undocumented immigrants. Meanwhile, an L.A. County supervisor is exploring whether the county should take legal action against the feds. Orange County's getting a new coastal nature preserve. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Multiple wildfires in Riverside & San Bernardino Counties, Trump promises immigration passes for farm & hotel workers, LA County's new tool to battle homelessness — The A.M. Edition 5:23

16d ago5:23

5:23

Multiple wildfires are burning through Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. President Trump once again seems willing to carve out exemptions for farm and hotel workers without legal status. LA County gets a new tool to battle homelessness. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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MB478: Retirement Is Stupid: 3 Myths That Are Stealing Your Freedom (And What to Do Instead) 16:40

16d ago16:40

16:40

Forget what you’ve been told about retirement. In this episode, Michael Blank breaks down why chasing the dream of sitting on a beach at 65 is not just outdated—it’s dangerous. He unpacks the flawed math behind 401(k)s, FIRE, and single-family rentals, and lays out a smarter, faster path to freedom through multifamily syndications. If you're a high…

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Lake Fire in San Bernardino, Gathering for detained paleta vendor, Adolfo Guzman-Lopez the poet — Sunday Edition 13:13

17d ago13:13

13:13

A fire near Silverwood Lake started burning in San Bernardino yesterday, forcing evacuations. Culver City gathers to support a longtime ice cream vendor detained by ICE. LAist journalist Adolfo Guzman-Lopez takes readers on a road trip from Mexico to L.A. with his first book of poetry. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/jo…

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Film tax credits to expand, ICE impersonator arrested, Altadena's Black artists — Saturday Edition 10:07

18d ago10:07

10:07

California film tax credits are set to double after the legislature approved a plan proposed by Governor Newsom. A man posing as a federal immigration agent was arrested by police this week amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions. And behind the scenes of “Ode to Dena,” featuring Black artists from Altadena. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report…

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Medicaid cuts could hit LA hard, Will gas prices really skyrocket in July?, Documenting immigration arrests — The P.M. Edition 4:59

19d ago4:59

4:59

A new study looks at how hard L.A. could be hit by Medicaid cuts. We fact check claims that gas prices will skyrocket when a tax takes effect July 1. We have a guide for how to document immigration arrests. 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 FRE…

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Detained U.S. citizen freed on bond, Former Marine accused of arming protesters to speak out, Getty Villa Museum reopens — The A.M. Edition 4:56

19d ago4:56

4:56

A U.S. citizen, caught on video being detained by federal agents in downtown LA, is now free on bond... and speaking out. A former Marine accused of arming anti-ICE protesters is about to share his side of the story. An LA institution reopens after nearly losing everything in January's wildfires. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LA…

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Huntington Park takes on masked immigration officers, Metro considers changes after protests, Changes to July 4 celebrations — The P.M. Edition 4:42

20d ago4:42

4:42

Huntington Park passed a motion directing its police force to intervene against unauthorized immigration activity. Metro is revisiting how it closes its stations after feedback from this month's protests. Pasadena is swapping out its fireworks show for a drone show. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting h…

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1,600+ SoCal detainments in ICE sweeps, Justice Dept sues OC official, LA's first 3-star Michelin restaurants— The A.M. Edition 4:55

20d ago4:55

4:55

Homeland Security reveals exactly how many people have been caught up, so far, in SoCal immigration sweeps. The Justice Department sues an OC official, who's accused of protecting the identities of non-citizens. LA gets its first 3-Star Michelin restaurants. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://la…

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FAIR Plan provision ruled illegal, Breaking down LAUSD's new budget, ICE arrest video details — The P.M. Edition 5:00

21d ago5:00

5:00

A judge has ruled the California FAIR Plan's smoke damage policy is illegal. LA Unified has approved its budget for its next fiscal year. We have details of a video showing a man being arrested at a routine immigration check-in. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/…

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Family of detained U.S. citizen demands answers, Cudahy Vice-Mayor faces backlash over social media post, Judge rules on LA homelessness funding— The A.M. Edition 4:55

21d ago4:55

4:55

A family demands answers after a US citizen is detained by federal agents in downtown LA. The Vice-Mayor of Cudahy appears to call on street gangs to take on the feds. A judge issues his long-awaited ruling over the future of LA homelessness funding. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com …

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The Apartment (1960) ft. Christine Duncan 1:41:38

21d ago1:41:38

1:41:38

Dana and Tom welcome back Christine Duncan to discuss the Best Picture winner of 1960, The Apartment: written and directed by Billy Wilder with I.A.L. Diamond, cinematography by Joseph LaShelle, music by Adolph Deutsch, starring Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, and Fred MacMurray. Plot Summary: C.C. Baxter (Jack Lemmon), an ambitious office clerk in …

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Man allegedly linked to Palm Springs bombing dies, Senate's plan to sell public land hits roadblock, UBI for LA community college students — The P.M. Edition 4:32

22d ago4:32

4:32

A man accused of aiding in the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing has died in custody. A plan to sell off millions of acres of California's public lands may be off the table. What a monthly stipend can mean for LA's community college students. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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