In Depth: Retail Theft
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur talks with Hal about the newly-formed Select Committee on Retail Theft. Then, hear from Sergeant Ron Salary of the Torrance PD and Lieutenant Mike McComas of the LAPD about the law enforcement role in battling retail theft. Also, retail entrepreneur Rick Caruso joins Hal to talk about the retail perspective on these thefts.
In Depth: Culture and Institutions
In segment one, Speaker Emeritus Anthony Rendon and artist Rey Sepúlveda join Hal to talk about the creation of the SELA Cultural Center. Then, learn about the renovation of the Warner Grand theater as well as Wilmington's Banning Museum.
In Depth: Fentanyl, Snapchat, and Social Media Dangers
In segment one, Sam Chapman, Perla Mendoza and Matt Capelouto join Hal to talk about the parents’ suit against Snapchat over the deaths of their children from fentanyl poisoning. Then, hear from DEA LA Head Bill Bodner on the fight against fentanyl. Finally, Dr. Michele Nealon of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology about the recent change by Meta.
In Depth: New Laws
From minimum wage changes to new concealed carry restrictions, California has a host of new laws in effect. Hal speaks with attorney Ugo Lord about the Golden State's new laws for the new year.
In Depth: CARE Court
In segment one, LACDMH Director Lisa Wong and the Honorable Samantha P. Jessner of the California Superior Court join Hal to talk about LA County's CARE Court. Then, Public Defender Ricardo D. Garcia discusses how the Public Defender's office will be assisting people who are referred to the system. Also, Diego Cartagena, Bet Tzedek CEO joins Hal to talk about the 50 years of free legal assistance the organization has provided to vulnerable Angelenos.
In Depth: Organ Transplants
Hal speaks with Steve Kammerer Jr., who received a heart transplant about two years ago. Hear from Dr. Irene Kim about the Cedars-Sinai Comprehensive Transplant Program. Then, E’Tiffany Jones joins Hal to talk about the nonprofit tasked with the challenging but important role of sourcing organs for transplantation.
In Depth: Thanksgiving Special
In segment one, In Depth looks back at the good news over the past year. Then, Marla Tellez is joined by Nick Kush, the co-founder of Legacy Expeditions. Also, take a look back at Debbie Pearl with Dream Fetchers.
In Depth: Scams and hacks
Hal talks to cybercrime experts and the Better Business Bureau about how scams and hacks can affect business, kids, and you.
In Depth: NASA Techrise and Wisk Air Taxi
In segment one, Hal is joined by Anh Nguyen, Technical Lead for NASA Techrise. Then, Hal speaks to a student group from Connecticut who were one of last year’s winners of the Techrise challenge. Also, hear from Becky Tanner, the Chief Marketing Officer for Wisk Aero.
In Depth: Farms
In segment one, Hal is joined by Ben Collier, CEO of The Farmlink Project. Then, Hal speaks to Mary Maranville, the founder and CEO of SEEAG, which stands for Students for Eco-Education & Agriculture. Finally, Hal talks with Chris Sayer, the Manager of Petty Ranch. They are one of the participants in Ventura County Farm Day.
In Depth: Icons of LA
Hal talks with Jeff Zarrinnam about the history of the Hollywood Sign. Then, hear from Dedan Brozino about how the Venue Restoration and Resiliency act will benefit the Rose Bowl and other venues. Also, Hal speaks with the President of Magic Castle Enterprises, Erika Larsen.
In Depth: October Events
Hal is joined by Rick Polizzi, creator of Boney Island, to talk about its return to the Natural History Museum. Then, Hal speaks to Angie Jimenez, the Altar director for Hollywood Forever’s Dia De Los Muertos event. Also, Babette Pepaj discusses the Bake Camp competition.
In Depth: Doing Good: Teeth, Adaptive Sports, Music
Hal is joined by Dr. Jay Grossman, the founder and CEO of Homeless Not Toothless, as well as Andrew Skinner, the founder of Triumph Foundation. Also, Hal speaks with Marcy Sudock, the founding director of Musique Sur La Mer, which offers lessons and an opportunity to make music for both children and adults.
In Depth: Animal Rescues, Rock & Roll Radio Theater
In segment one, Hal speaks with Brittany Thorn, executive director of Best Friends Animal Society about the local crisis involving homeless pets. Then, hear from Jennifer sims, a volunteer who assists dogs and cats on Skid Row. Finally, Hal speaks with Maureen Davis about a project to get money into the pockets of striking actors and writers.
In Depth: Student Loans, Green Dot Schools
Hal speaks with Amber Miller of Greenpath Financial Wellness about repaying student loans. He also discusses charter schools with Cristina de Jesus, the president and CEO of Green Dot Schools.
In Depth: Suicide Prevention Month
Hal is joined by Shari Sinwelski, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Vice President of Crisis Care for Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, and Karla Zenteno, a Bilingual Spanish Program Coordinator and 988 Crisis Counselor for Didi Hirsch. They talk about the impact the 988 Suicide Hotline has had over the past year.
In Depth: Alzheimers and Music
Hal is joined by neuroradiologist Dr. Suzie Bash of RadNet, Inc. They talk about the new Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi. Then, Dr. Dale Bredesen discusses things that work on Alzheimer’s disease even better than drugs. Finally, Allen Sanford joins Hal to discuss next month’s Beachlife Festival in Redondo Beach.
In Depth: LAX Modernization
Hal is on location at LAX. He is joined by LA World Airports CEO Justin Erbacci, who gives us an overview of the $30 billion Capital Improvement project that will transform LAX.
In Depth: LA Metro
In segment one, Hal is joined by LA Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins to talk about some of the recent changes and challenging issues affecting the Metro. Then, Metro Art Executive Officer Maya Emsden joins Hal to talk about the art sponsored by the transit agency.
In Depth: Gas Stoves
Hal is joined by Yannai Kashtan, a Ph.D. candidate in Earth System Science at Stanford, to talk about a recent study that showed the dangers in the emissions from gas stoves. Then, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, Internal Medicine Physician and Managing Director at Big Bold Health, talks to Hal about indoor pollution and how it differs from outdoor air pollution, as well as the health impact of food and beverage we consume everyday.