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Today on AirTalk, a Washington Post investigation into the Eaton Fire timeline was released over the weekend. It uncovered that officials knew the direction of the Eaton Fire 4 hours before it reached west Altadena, the only area with casualties. What went wrong with the evacuation notices? Today, we're doing a Triple Play to discuss the Dodgers season opener in Japan. A judge has approved lithium mining in the Salton Sea area. What's next for the conservancy and what is the status of the new developments? We're taking a look at the state of the cannabis market in California. March Madness has arrived and we're here to tell you about the Southern California teams to watch.

Today on AirTalk:

Eaton Fire timeline investigation released (0:15)

Checking in on Pasadena Humane (14:28)

Triple Play: Dodgers season opener in Japan (25:20)

Judge approves Salton Sea lithium mining (33:05)

CA Cannabis market status (43:36)

SoCal teams in March Madness 2025 (56:00)

Today on AirTalk, California approved a $3 billion loan for Medi-Cal amidst looming federal cuts. Want to get paid to be politically engaged and hold your public officials accountable? A local initiative called "LA Documenters" will train and pay you to take notes at public meetings. We'll be discussing the outdoor art exhibition, Desert X, which explores the legacy of land art in the Coachella Valley. Forever 21 opened its doors in Highland Park in 1984 and became a mall staple but as malls themselves become more obsolete by the day, the clothing company filed for bankruptcy protection yet again. What are the factors that might finally do the fast fashion company in? Today for our look into SoCal history, we're appreciating L.A.'s rich history of Spanish-language news weekly publications.

Today on AirTalk:

$3 billion Medi-Cal loan approved amidst looming federal cuts (0:15)

Local program pays you to hold officials accountable (11:54)

Land art in the Coachella Valley (23:56)

At 41 years old, Forever 21 may shut down (33:09)

SoCal History: LA Spanish-language publications (44:28)

Today on AirTalk, attorneys have descended upon Los Angeles in the wake of the devastating wildfires. Law firms have been rolling out massive marketing campaigns in search of names to add to their lawsuits. If you lost your home in the fires, have you been contacted by a lawyer for representation? If so, call us, we want to hear about your experience. Though today's Food Friday happens to land on Pi Day, we like to keep you on your feet, so we're having cobbler. Listen in as we try some slices from a legendary Pasadena bakery.

Today on AirTalk:

Widespread law firm campaigns to represent LA wildfire victims are in full effect. Have you been contacted?

Food Friday: Happy Pi day! We're having cobbler.

Today on AirTalk, The Environmental Protection Agency announced major rollbacks of two dozen climate initiatives yesterday. How will these changes in federal environmental policy affect us in California? We're checking in the Los Angeles Lakers with a reporter who has been closely following their season. The astronomical rise of Substack subscribers brings alternative media to the forefront. We're taking a look at how Substack gained popularity and what is it about Substack that draws people in? Call in and tell us about your experience with the subscription platform. AMC's CEO stated that the company may revisit and reconsider its 2020 decision to shorten theatrical releases. What's next for the film distribution industry? For TV Talk today, we're discussing 'Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,' 'Dope Thief,' and 'Adolescence.'

Today on AirTalk:

Status update on threats to public media funding (0:15)

EPA's major climate initiatives purge (11:14)

Checking in on the Lakers (21:49)

The astronomical rise of Substack (30:57)

AMC's call to action for longer theatrical releases (41:03)

TV Talk: Dope Thief and more (50:56)

Today on AirTalk, in the wake of Gene Hackman and his wife's death, we're taking a look at the role of the caregivers who aid their family members with dementia. We'll hear from a caregiving expert who has experience providing care for a family member with dementia. What are your thoughts on 'meeting culture' in the office, and how productive are those meetings you sit through all day? The first part of a two-part Imperfect Paradise podcast episode came out this morning. The episode covers the state of AI in Hollywood, with the first part looking into Hollywood animators and AI. Imperfect Paradise host and featured animators will be joining us to discuss. Actor Mark Duplass is in the studio today to talk about his new limited series, 'Good American Family.' The U.S. military has faced low recruitment for years, and while there was an uptick in 2024, the future is still uncertain.

Today on AirTalk:

Navigating dementia care for family members (0:15)

How productive are your work meetings? (35:55)

Imperfect Paradise: AI in Hollywood (51:46)

Actor Mark Duplass talks new series, Good American Family (1:11:11)

The uncertain future of U.S. military recruitment (1:25:46)

Today on AirTalk, we are talking about the lasting impacts of the Coronavirus on this, the 5-year anniversary of WHO declaring a pandemic. A green card-holding student leader at Columbia University was detained by ICE due to his role in Pro-Palestine protests, now he's facing deportation. What are your rights as a green card holder and what are the implications of this arrest? A new bill challenges California's version of the 'Stand Your Ground' law in an effort to push back on vigilantism. A new documentary released today covers the Alec Baldwin on-set shooting tragedy.

Today on AirTalk:

5th anniversary of Covid-19 pandemic (0:15)

Green card student faces deportation after Pro-Palestine protest (27:44)

New bill challenges CA's 'stand your ground' policy (50:53)

New doc on Baldwin on-set shooting (1:13:41)

Today on AirTalk, the U.S. Supreme Court has taken up a Colorado case that will decide whether child conversion therapy should be banned by the state or federal government. For our SoCal history deep-dive, we're reflecting on California's National Parks. Did you go on the same family vacation every year growing up? Where would you go and would you recommend a recurring location? We're looking at what the implications may be of CA Governor Gavin Newsom's commentary on trans female athletes. The pronatalist movement is gaining traction in the U.S., what is it? Call in and tell us about your daylight savings "spring forward" experiences.

Today on AirTalk:

Supreme Court takes up case on minor conversion therapy (0:15)

SoCal History: CA National Parks (11:46)

Recurring family vacations (38:57)

Implications of Newsom's commentary on trans athletes (51:35)

Pros and cons of pronatalism (1:12:40)

How do you spring forward? (1:26:16)

Today on AirTalk, an independent audit exposed inadequate tracking of LA City homelessness spending. How did this happen and what will officials do to rectify it? A new book takes a hard look at the state of mobility and opportunity in the U.S., and asks the question: Is the American dream stalled? We have a very unique Food Friday today in that there won't be food! Join us as we taste a selection of beers from Boomtown Brewery.

Today on AirTalk:

Independent audit exposes inadequate tracking of LA City homelessness spending

Is the American dream stalled? A look at mobility in the U.S.

Brewed Friday? Join us to taste the selection of beers at Boomtown Brewery

Today on AirTalk, LA County, the city of Pasadena and Sierra Madre have announced lawsuits against SoCal Edison over the responsibility for the devastating Eaton Fire. Former National Security Council European Affairs director, Alexander Vindman, on his new book about the U.S. role in Russian-Ukrainian relations. A psychologist is here to talk about validation and why we crave it. What roles do animals play for humans in difficult times? We're talking about the Big Bear eaglets and what it is about stories like theirs that draw us in. Call in and share which shows you just couldn't bring yourself to watch. For TV Talk we're covering Deli Boys, Will Trent, and the future of ceremonies on live TV.

Today on AirTalk:

LA County sues SoCal Edison over Eaton Fire (0:15)

New book on the U.S. role in Russian-Ukrainian relations (16:14)

Why do we crave validation? (34:10)

What draws humans to animals in hard times? (51:49)

TV Shows you couldn't finish (1:08:03)

TV Talk: Deli Boys and more! (1:29:19)

Today on AirTalk, alongside political experts, we're analyzing the key points of Trump's congressional address last night. The White House revoked certain press access and it was met with a lawsuit from the Associated Press. How does Trump's relationship with the media differ from the precedent set by past presidents? Microsoft has decided to shut down Skype to focus on Teams. What are your memories of the video calling app? Some Angelenos want to recall Mayor Bass over her handling of the wildfires. We're looking into how she has been managing the fallout from the disaster. Trump wants a national crypto reserve. What is it and why are constituents concerned? We'll end the show talking about our favorite rom-coms that don't get enough credit. Call in and share yours!

Today on AirTalk:

Analyzing Trump's Congress address (0:15)

Presidential relationship to the press (19:00)

Saying goodbye to Skype (35:50)

Efforts underway to recall LA Mayor over wildfire management (51:21)

State of cryptocurrency (1:08:35)

Best Rom-Com's you forgot about (1:26:16)