Today on AirTalk, we look at the CA ballot counting process and ask listeners how it can be improved. We also talk to experts about the merits and pitfalls of getting election information via podcasts and social media influencers. We’ll define sanctuary cities and examine the future of immigration as it comes into question under a second Trump presidency. A study says L.A’.s rezoning plan doesn’t provide an adequate solution to the housing shortage. The coauthor of the study tells us why. Were joined by NCIS actor Mark Harmon and a real-life former special agent to tell us about their new book titled Ghosts of Panama, which tells a real life story about a dangerous NCIS mission.\

Today on AirTalk:

• Ballot counting process opinions (0:15)

• Voters are getting election info from podcasts (17:44)

• Why do ppl climb mountains? (34:36)

• LA's future as a sanctuary city (51:30)

• Study: Rezoning won’t fix housing shortage (1:10:49) 

• 'NCIS' actor and a former special agent talk new book (1:24:00)