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What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike Bonin episodes
- Isaac Bryan: Determined to Fight
In this episode of "What's Next Los Angeles," Mike talks with Assemblymember Isaac Bryan about recent election results and their impact on the progressive movement. Despite progressives facing some big defeats, Assemblymember Bryan sees signs of hope and expresses his unwavering determination to organize and continue the fight for change.
Join us as Assemblymember Bryan reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead, offering a candid look at the political landscape and the resilience needed to push forward. This episode is for anyone interested in the future of progressive politics and the power of perseverance. Don't miss this conversation about navigating setbacks and the relentless pursuit of a better future for Los Angeles and beyond.
LA Podcast:
Mike's Substack essay, "Looking for a Silver Lining in Los Angeles"What's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
32 min - Progressives in YOUR Backyard
You’ve heard about a new wave of progressives who have won office in the City of Los Angeles, but do you know about the incredible leaders in cities all around LA County? You will after listening to this episode of WNLA. I talk with Santa Monica Councilmember Caroline Torosis and Cudahy Vice Mayor Elizabeth Alcantar about progressive elected officials and candidates in Baldwin Park, Bell Gardens, Burbank, Culver City, Cudahy, Long Beach, Lynwood, Maywood, Montebello, Santa Monica, South Pasadena, West Covina, and West Hollywood.
LA FORWARD PROGRESSIVE VOTER GUIDE
LA PODCASTWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
1 hr 1 min - Prop 32: Raise the Wage
Should California raise its minimum wage? That's the question posed by Proposition 32 on the state ballot. I speak with Saru Jayaraman of One Fair Wage on this episode of What's Next, Los Angeles.
What's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
18 min - Prop 3: The Right to Marriage
For California voters, gay marriage is on the line in this election.
How is that possible? I will discuss why you should vote YES on Proposition 3, with my guest, Assemblymember Rick Zbur, former head of Equality California, the largest statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy group in the country.00:12
this episode of What's Next, Los Angeles.
What's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
27 min - George Gascon: On the Side of Justice:
District Attorney George Gascon is one of the most controversial candidates on your ballot. I talk with him about his record, his thoughts on crime and punishment, what it means to be a progressive prosecutor, and about the Menendez Brothers case, on this episode of What's Next, Los Angeles.
Netflix episodes about Franky Carrillo: https://www.netflix.com/title/80214563 (episodes 4 and 5)
LA FORWARD PROGRESSIVE VOTER GUIDE
LA PODCASTWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
1 hr 4 min - Girl on Fire: Ysabel Jurado
Ysabel Jurado is shaking up Los Angeles politics. A progressive candidate rooted in service to her community, she is taking on an establishment that is fighting back hard and ugly. But she remains joyful and optimistic. Today I talk – and play a game of "Name That Tune" – with Ysabel Jurado – on What's Next, Los Angeles.
Mike’s CD14 Soundtrack
What About US - Pink
The Rent is Too Damn High - Jimmy McMillan
I Can’t Breathe - H.E.R.
Your Racist Friend - They Might be Giants
I’m Coming Out - Diana Ross
Fight the Power - Public Enemy
Girl is on Fire - Alicia Keys –Ysabel's Favorite Campaign Song
Anything Can Happen - Ellie Goulding
LA FORWARD PROGRESSIVE VOTER GUIDE
LA PODCASTWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
1 hr 2 min - Prop 6: Ending Forced Labor in CA
One hundred sixty years after the abolition of slavery, California voters will decide whether to ban forced labor in the Golden State. That's what Proposition 6 on the state ballot is all about. And that's the topic on this episode of What's Next, Los Angeles.
https://voteyesprop6.com/
https://voteyesoncaprop6.com/
CalMatters on Prop 6
Ballotpedia on Prop 6
CA Legislative Analyst on Prop 6
LA Forward Voter GuideWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
26 min - Judicial Candidate George Turner - Superior Court #39
A Superior Court judge has tremendous power – yet the races for judge get very little attention, and one of the most frequent questions I am asked during every election cycle is “What about the judges? Who should I vote for?”
I talk with judicial candidate George Turner, running for Seat 39, on this episode of WNLA.
https://georgeaturner4judge.com/
LA Forward Voter GuideWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
41 min - Judicial Candidate Ericka Wiley - Seat #48
Who should I vote for for judge?
That is one of the most frequent questions I get during election season. Today I talk with judicial candidate Ericka Wiley, running for seat #48, on WNLA.
https://www.wileyforjudge.com/
LA Forward Voter GuideWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
34 min - MEASURE A: Forward or Backward on Homelessness in LA?
Homelessness is the biggest crisis facing Los Angeles County. Can we continue to make progress and really tackle this problem? Or will we backslide and allow another huge and devastating increase in homelessness? That’s what’s at stake as voters consider Measure A on the LA County ballot. I will get into it with my guests today on WNLA: Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell; Veronica Mitchell of HOPICS; and Laura Raymond of ACT-LA.
LAist Voter Game Plan Briefing on Measure A
LA Times explainer on Measure A
LA Times endorsement of Measure A
LA Forward Voter Guide
YesOnA.la
MeasureAFacts.com
County CEO’s report - Measuring Measure H’s ImpactWhat's Next, Los Angeles? is produced and hosted by Mike Bonin, in partnership with LA Forward.
48 min
About What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike Bonin
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Los Angeles is at a turning point. We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. Over the past few years, problems and challenges have shaken this city -- and tremendous…
opportunities for change have presented themselves. How do we rise to this moment and emerge a better place to live? What will it take to create a more just and a more equitable community? Working together, how are we going to create a stronger, forward-thinking Los Angeles? Mike Bonin, writer, teacher, progressive activist and former City Councilmember, looks at the issues and problems facing Los Angeles, examines ideas, and talks with the people who will lead us to a brighter future.
Produced in partnership with LA Forward.
Produced in partnership with LA Forward.
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