Podcast Episodes

Scientists Are Building a 'Noah’s Ark' of California’s Tide Pools

Dinosaur bones and taxidermied animals get most of the attention at the Natural History Museum in LA County. But researchers are excited about a new …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Young People Consider Trades as Cost of College Rises

Central Coast leaders are saying the threat of offshore drilling could extend beyond the environment to the region’s economy.

Reporter: Jillian Smi…

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Demand for Pistachios Clashes With Climate Reality

Demand for pistachios is booming worldwide – from Dubai-inspired chocolate bars to pistachio cookies and lattes. But in the Central Valley, growers a…

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Residents Try to Shut Down South LA Oil Drill Site

Los Angeles is a city. But it’s also an urban oilfield. About a third of L.A. County residents live less than a mile from an active oil drilling site…

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Meta Faces Another Trial Over Alleged Harms of Social Media

Jury selection begins Wednesday in Oakland in a federal trial pitting four state attorneys general, including California's, against Meta. The AGs arg…

2 weeks, 6 days ago

Goats Help Prevent California Wildfires. Wage Disputes Might Interrupt That.

Goats have become a critical tool for wildfire mitigation in California. But grazing companies warn their businesses are at risk now that wage requir…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

What's Behind Steve Hilton's Quick Ascension in California Politics?

Before he jumped into the governor's race, Steve Hilton wasn't exactly a household name here in California. If you had heard of him, it was probably …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Labor Leaders Urge State to Expand Displaced Oil and Gas Workers’ Fund

California’s oil and gas industry is shrinking as the state transitions away from fossil fuels. A state fund is helping displaced workers land well-p…

3 weeks, 4 days ago

California Fails to Fix Warning System for Teacher Misconduct

A California bill meant to keep problematic teachers out of the classroom has collapsed. It would have created a database to allow schools to see if …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Climate Funding Fight to Leave Lawmakers With Tough Spending Choices

California lawmakers are returning to Sacramento from summer recess on Monday -- and a fight is already brewing over the future of the state’s climat…

3 weeks, 6 days ago