Conversations

What does democracy look like to you? Nadiia talks to Ed about what American democracy feels like through the eyes of a Ukrainian immigrant.

Ed covers a range of topics with 5th District Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley concerning Laguna Beach residents, about the county’s work in building a safer, healthier, economically thriving Laguna Beach community.

What can we learn from how Newport Beach is managing the homelessness issue, and are there opportunities for Laguna Beach to partner with others to address the issue here?

Mo won the binding arbitration, was awarded $9M in legal fees, and is now fighting for his properties that Continuum Analytics/MOM Llc has put into bankruptcy. Ed talks to Mo about the current status, and the timeline for a final resolution.

Julia talks with Ed about her debut novel, Swimming in the Sun, a fantastical dystopian novel, and her book signing event at Barnes & Noble on Thursday.

Fire in My Head / Flame in My Heart is a powerful and timely climate lament in which Ellen Girardeau Kempler’s fierce and fearlessly honest poems push us beyond denial to meet the dangers of our climate crisis head-on.

Brad Barber, Executive Director at The Tesla Academy, shares his insights on a topic that many parents and educators are struggling to navigate: AI in education. This rapidly evolving phenomenon is reshaping learning, and many are ill-equipped to address its challenges and opportunities. We can’t hide from AI—we must face it head-on to ensure the next generation is prepared, not left jobless, brainless, or hopeless.

Professor of Psychology and Happiness Facilitator Melissa Harris talks about how we are impacted by our relationships.

“Eros: Different, Not Less – A Story About Autism” is a heartfelt journey into the mind of a child who experiences the world through a different lens, inviting readers to see beyond behavior and into intention. Written and illustrated by Nyx Sanguino, a mother, artist, and passionate advocate for neurodiversity, this book was created to shine a light on children like her son Eros—brilliant, sensitive, and often misunderstood. Told through poetic language and vibrant artwork, this book is not just about autism—it’s about perception, patience, and the power of being seen for who we truly are.

Immigration Attorney Richa Puri explains the state of the immigration process today, and changes we’ve seen in the process with this new administration.