Curious about how the city of LA is preparing for the security and population challenges of hosting the Olympics, and the concerns that have been raised by community members and activists?

In this episode of Young People to the Front, hosts Tonny, Robin and Fatine are joined by journalist and host of the LA Podcast, Alissa Walker. They discuss various topics related to the Olympics in Los Angeles, including the history of the 1932 and 1984 Olympics, the impact of the Olympics on the city, the over-policing and security concerns, the use of private contractors for security, and the challenges of hosting major events in terms of infrastructure and community impact.

Key topics discussed in the episode include:

The history of the 1932 and 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles and the transformation of the city during those times.

The impact of the Olympics on residents, particularly in terms of security and over-policing.

The role of private security contractors and their potential impact on communities.

The challenges of hosting major events like the Olympics, including infrastructure and community concerns.

The upcoming World Cup and Super Bowl in 2026 and 2027, and the potential implications for security and community impact.

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