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Yes, Ed has a lot of opinions...hear some of his most interesting observations, and current news items, and see what you agree with, and what you don't...from the "mundane" to the serious, it's always... more
FAQs about Observations:How many episodes does Observations have?The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.
March 24, 202562 DaysTrouble keeping up with the daily news on what has happened since Trump started his second term 62 days ago? Ed boils it down....more23minPlay
March 04, 2025Honarkar v. MOM LLCs: The VerdictLaguna Beach has been in the center of a high-profile dispute regarding control of several properties, including the iconic Hotel Laguna, that involved armed takeovers. After years in the courts, there is finally a decision, completely in the favor of Mo Honarkar, calling out wrongful acts by other parties, including the City of Laguna Beach and the primary financial institution involved with the joint venture....more57minPlay
January 20, 2025Press ResponsibilitiesIf the press is to reclaim its credibility and role as democracy’s watchdog, it must show resilience and responsibility. Because the goal isn’t to tell “both sides” of a lie. It’s to tell the truth. Its job isn’t to be liked—it’s to hold power accountable. And history is clear: When the Fourth Estate bends, democracy breaks. The future of journalism belongs to those unafraid to challenge power—including their own. That’s the standard we should set, and that's the standard Voice of Laguna always meets....more7minPlay
December 16, 2024The Fury about U.S. Healthcare SystemThe fury over the state of U.S. health care isn't going away. Health insurance companies govern the care that patients receive, and navigating those huge and opaque companies can be maddening at best. Ed talks about a recent denial of treatment he received from his insurance, and how these all-too-common occurrences are causing people to reach their boiling point....more13minPlay
December 12, 2024Recent Tragedies and the Failure of Politics in AmericaTwo 26-year-olds: one killed a homeless man, another killed a healthcare CEO. The system that produced a behemoth health insurance company that haphazardly denies thousands of healthcare claims is the same that brought a homeless man with schizophrenia and depression to bounce between subway cars. Ed gives his thoughts....more7minPlay
November 20, 2024AccountabilityAt least two members of Congress have had their ethics inquiries published after leaving the House: former Reps. Bill Boner and Mark Foley as well as former Sen. John Ensign. Will the Ethics Committee release its report on Gaetz, information that could be relevant to the question of Gaetz’s confirmation as the next Attorney General of the United States, the nation’s top law enforcement position?...more12minPlay
November 11, 2024Value of WaterJust like a bottle of water can be priced differently depending on where you buy it (cheap at the grocery store, expensive at an airport), your personal value can be perceived differently depending on the situation or who you're with; essentially, your worth is not solely defined by a single price tag, and you should seek environments that recognize your true value...more6minPlay
October 10, 2024Prisoner LaborEd provides unbiased summaries of each Proposition, but sometimes he also needs to share his own personal thoughts on issues that come before voters. When it comes to the treatment of prisoners, Ed has his own view...do you agree with him? We'll find out in less than a month if the majority of California voters do, or don't!...more5minPlay
July 22, 2024Leadership ExemplifiedEd opines on Biden's decision to withdraw his campaign for re-election....more7minPlay
July 08, 2024Bow Out BidenWith concerns growing about Biden's ability to defeat Trump, Ed argues how Kamala Harris and Gretchen Whitmer could make a winning ticket for Democrats....more13minPlay
FAQs about Observations:How many episodes does Observations have?The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.