In Depth: Hate Crimes Report, Fighting Child Sex Trafficking
Robin Toma, Executive Director of the LA County Human Relations Commission, talks to Hal about the report on hate crimes for 2023. Also, City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto discusses the results of that report and the progress her office is making against child sex trafficking.
In Depth: Best of 2024
In Depth again looks back at some of the favorite stories from 2024.
In Depth: 2024 favorites
In Depth looks back at some of the favorite stories from 2024.
In Depth: Mayor's Fund, Lestonnac Free Clinic, Indigenous Fashion Collective
Hal talks to Conway Collis about the Mayor's Fund and how it helps protect renters from evictions. Then, Edward Gerber joins to talk about the Lestonnac Free Clinic, the only one of its kind in the U.S. Finally, Quannah Chasinghorse and Sarah Eagle Heart explain more on the Indigenous Fashion Collective.
In Depth: Helping Veterans
Hal talks to Randi Shannahan and Sarah Booth from the Shea Center in Orange County. Then, Dr. Kaitlyn Fruin and Navy Veteran Greg Cleghorne talk about the partnership between UCLA and the VA in West LA to recreate the Veteran’s Garden. Also, Vietnam War veteran Larry Anthony joins Hal to talk about his entrepreneurial journey after leaving the service.
In Depth: Firearms Laws, Health and 'Sober October'
Penelope Oliver, a volunteer with Students Demand Action in California, talks to Hal about state laws involving firearms. Then, Dr. Dennis Slamon, an oncologist and chief of the division of hematology-oncology at UCLA, and Teri Boudreaux , a two-time cancer survivor and participant in a clinical trial, discuss that trial with Hal. Also, Mike Diamond, a Certified Addiction Recovery Expert, joins Hal to talk about "Sober October."
In Depth; Ticket Scams, Rescue Groups, Day of the Dead
Hal speaks with Blythe Figurelle with USAA financial services about the risk of ticket scams, especially during the MLB playoff games. Then, Brittany Thorn with Best Friends Animal Society discusses their offer to incentivize local rescue groups to save large dogs from shelters. Finally, learn about Day of the Dead events in Hollywood and San Pedro.
In Depth: Employment
Kyle M.K., Indeed’s Talent Strategy Advisor, discusses a recent publication of the 100 companies with the highest scores for "Workplace Wellbeing. Then, Ramona Schindelheim, the Editor in Chief of WorkingNation, joins Hal to talk about how jobs and preparation for jobs is transforming.
In Depth: Palos Verdes land movement, UCLA Rape Treatment Center
Michael Phipps - geologist and consultant for Rancho Palos Verdes - joins Hal to talk about the land movement in the Palos Verdes peninsula. Then, Terry Bailey, Attorney with ACTS law, talks to Hal about the lawsuit he is filing on behalf of homeowners in the Palos Verdes area.
In Depth: Climate Change, 'Good People'
Hal interviews Board of Water and Power Commission President Richard Katz about the challenges the DWP faces due to climate change and how they prepare for hot weather. Then, Gabe Reilich and Lucia Knell of Upworthy join Hal to talk about their new book “Good People: Stories from the Best of Humanity."
In Depth: Data Breaches, Traffic Stops
In segment one, Hal interviews Steve Cobb, the Chief Information Officer for Security Scorecard about the recent massive data breaches and what consumers can do to protect themselves. Then, attorney Ugo Lord joins Hal to talk about the recent traffic stop and arrest of Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Tyreek Hill.
In Depth: LA County Libraries
Hal talks to LA County Library Director Skye Patrick at the East LA Library about what's available through the library system, and it's a lot more than just books.
In Depth: Trigger Warnings, Depression Treatment, Diseases
Bridgette Stumpf, the Executive Director of Network for Victim Recovery of DC, joins Hal to talk about the need for trigger warnings on movies such as the recent “It Ends With Us." Then, hear from Dr. Andrew Leuchter, Director of UCLA TMS, on the expansion of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for the treatment of depression in teens. Finally, Dr. Matt Waxman, emergency physician and professor, chats with Hal about health threats both current and on the horizon.
In Depth: Found/LA and Molly Malone's
Hal is joined by the founder of Dermalogica, Jane Wurwand, who also founded the nonprofit foundation FOUND/LA which helps launch deserving entrepreneurs. Then, Damian Hanlon, the owner of Molly Malone’s Irish Pub, discusses the fire that shut down the LA entertainment icon.
In Depth: Saving LA's Gems: Cliftons and Old Town Music Hall
Andrew Meieran, the Proprietor of Clifton’s Republic, joins Hal to discuss the reimagining of the former Clifton’s Cafeteria. Then, Old Town Music Hall Executive Director, Angie Hougen tells Hal about the history of the beloved El Segundo venue and why people love it.
In Depth: Disability Pride, Mychal's Cafe, San Bernardino Animal Services
Kimberly Cohn, the Chief Marketing Communications Officer for Easterseals of Southern California and Andy Arias, a national policy expert for marginalized communities, join Hal to discuss Disability Pride Month.
In Depth: Parks and Summer Activities
Norma E. García-González, Director of Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, and Cynthia Babich, Founder and Director of the Del Amo Action Committee, join Hal to talk about the opening of Wishing Tree Park after 30 years of activism.
In Depth: New Laws, Supreme Court Homeless Issue
Troy Vaughn, the CEO of the Los Angeles Mission, joins Hal to talk about the recent Supreme Court ruling in Grants Pass v. Johnson. Then, hear from legal expert Ugo Lord about some of the California laws that went into effect July 1.
In Depth: Benadryl Challenge
The Benadryl Challenge is a social media challenge where kids are encouraged to take large amounts of Benadryl and take videos of themselves hallucinating.
In Depth: Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center
We feature the Madrona Marsh Nature Center, which has been preserved as a green oasis in the middle of Torrance. Learn about what makes the marsh special and take a tour of the nature center.