With the race for President coming to a head next month, we thought it important to focus our attention on current events more than ever before. Tonight, we discuss Trump's latest embarrassment to the GOP, the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew on Haiti, and share a poetic essay on tone policing inspired by true life. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

This week we explore male aggression, both as a psychological facet and a growing national endemic. We examine the statistics on male-perpetrated violence, the sociological implications, and societal ramifications of the continuation of a male-dominated world. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

As adults, we’ve all felt the crushing weight of responsibility. Sometimes balancing work life, home life, and a multitude of other tasks can grow to be overwhelming. In Episode 21 we explored meditation, in an effort to continue contributing to mindfulness this episode is structured on a lack of structure. Join us to examine the benefit of procrastination and learning to take life a little slower. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

We interviewed actor and noir fiction writer, Michael Falls for this week’s episode of Sound Off LA. Tune in for an introduction to his novel: The Debt, a discussion on the creative writing process, the growth of publishing, and of course, the upcoming election. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

To help soothe society in the wake of the recent tragedies and ubiquitous injustices making the news (as well as the day to day struggle of simply surviving in Los Angeles), we’ve decided to dedicate this episode to the art of meditation. Unwind with us as we guide you through a 20 minute session, featuring binaural beats (Alpha and Theta waves).

In wake of the most recent violent deaths of Black Americans at the hands of police, we decided it only appropriate for a poignant conversation about the black community and its relationship with law enforcement. Returning to the show as our Chief White Consultant is my boyfriend, film editor, Tom Pearce. We delve into Black Lives Matter and reactions to that movement, the importance of solidarity, and come up with a few ways we can all come together. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

Social Media is undisputedly the most influential medium of contemporary communication. The depth and meaning of said communication, however, is contentious at best. Further still, we must consider the adverse effects this new wave of communication has on modern intimacy. To properly evaluate this from all perspectives, we welcome author/sexpert, Nicole Delacroix, to the show. Nicole engages us in a frank discussion of her latest book (Sexual Confessional: Confidential Admissions from Social Media), sexual repression, and presents ways to develop a healthier sexual mindset. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

This week we discuss what was arguably the most prevalent topic among youth of the 1980s and 90s - Peer Pressure. Behind the political rhetoric is a web of real, live, intricate issues. When troubled kids  grow up to become troubled adults, the consequences can be grave, and it impacts everyone in society. In order to properly dissect the evolution of peer pressure and how it affects one’s journey into adulthood, we called upon 19-year-old author and illustrator Brett T. Brown. At the tender age of 10, the native Chicagoan finished Haley’s Comet, an empowering children’s book, complete with his own illustrations. Brett joins the show live via phone from his home in Cleveland, Ohio. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

We took time off for Memorial Day, but like the unsettling uncertainty over the nation's future that permeated the 70s, we’re back! Walter Romeo is also back on the show for perhaps our most candid and rowdy episode yet. We’re joined by Walter’s Cold Movement teammate: rapper/producer, RoseGold. Walter and RoseGold share their unique insight concerning creative growth, dealing with rejection, and balancing the business end with creative side of the craft; all while trying to make it in one of LA’s most demanding industries. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)

We have creatives on the podcast all the time. While we plug their work and provide their links in the episode descriptions, we didn’t feel that did anyone enough justice. Since one of the founding intentions of Sound Off LA is to promote LA artists (alongside LA issues), we are proud to present our first official artist profile! Audio engineer and rapper, Will Santos joins the show via skype to discuss the recording industry. Will was recommended by our good friend, rapper Walter Romeo (of the unforgettable Episode 4). We tackle the rise of streaming music, personalization vs. marketing, legendary beefs, Kesha’s current ordeal, and get into some cold hard stats. Will also shares his experiences in the industry thus far and provides sage advice for neophytes. (Links and other info mentioned in this episode are archived at sealedinink.wordpress.com/solanotes)