Podcasts about Aliso Canyon

Officials will gather this morning to see the former sheriff Jim McDonnell sworn in as the new chief of the LAPD. State utilities regulators are putting out a plan that could lead to the closure of the Aliso Canyon gas storage site in Porter Ranch. Four L.A. area humans have been arrested for allegedly wearing a giant bear costume to commit insurance fraud. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

A Los Angeles County Sheriff Deputy was shot and killed Saturday while on duty in his patrol car near the Palmdale Sheriff Station. A bill awaiting the governor's signature would make it easier for cannabis lounges to serve food. And, an update on the research into the 2015 Aliso Canyon gas blowout and the potential health effects for residents in the community. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

State Senator Shannon Grove comes on the show to talk about SB14 moving forward and it will now be voted on by the full assembly. A Porter Ranch resident comes on the show to talk about the added gas capacity for Aliso Canyon gas fields. Moist Line Rounds 1 & 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California state officials voted on Thursday to allow more fossil gas storage at Aliso Canyon. Advocates push to limit solitary confinement in California jails.

After saying he would shut it down, Gov. Newsom now wants to keep Aliso Canyon open for gas storage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Mateo County Supervisor Dave Canepa comes on the show to talk about his new proposals to target organized retail theft. More on the crime problem in California. Aliso Canyon gas fields wants to increase capacity. German climate control protestors were run over by cars that were fed up with the protestors blocking the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state Public Utilities Commission votes today on whether SoCal Gas can expand storage at Aliso Canyon. What you should know about the latest COVID variant: BA.2.86. Why the price of gasoline is so high this Labor Day holiday. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

SoCalGas wants to expand gas storage capacity again at the site of the largest methane leak in U.S. history. Porter Ranch residents beg the state to say no. LA's universal basic income pilot program “BIG: LEAP” provided a life-changing safety net for many Angelenos. What happens when that money goes away?

An emergency evacuation at White Memorial Hospital after Tropical Storm Hilary. Coachella Valley farmworkers are shut out due to flooded fields. Years after a major gas leak, CA utility commission wants to increase methane gas stored at Aliso Canyon facility.  Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

In this week's episode of Energy West, California Energy Markets Editor Jason Fordney discusses a proposal by state regulators to increase storage levels at the controversial Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility in southern California; an update on how the California grid is holding up this summer; and a plan by the California Department of Water Resources that would keep natural gas-fired once-through-cooling power plants operating past their scheduled retirement dates.

What's happening today: Sheep Fire still relatively small after burning for nearly a full day; Bill to phase out Aliso Canyon gas storage facility pushed back to 2045; The FDA says smaller doses of Pfizer's vaccine safe for children under five; Next hearing by House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol insurrection is set for Wednesday morning. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.   Support the show: https://laist.com

UN Secretary General calls for Orthodox Easter ceasefire in Ukraine. Florida Governor De Santis calls for repeal of Disneyworld self government status. Southern California environmentalists back Aliso Canyon closure bill in legislature. Biden says people on public transportation should make their own choice on whether to mask. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – April 19, 2022 appeared first on KPFA.

Here's your evening news: COVID deaths double in the past week as new hospitalizations tick down; When can you get a booster after recovering from COVID?; Health officials to investigate illnesses near Aliso Canyon natural gas storage site; Two Asian immigrants are the top candidates to represent 40th District. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.   Support the show: https://laist.com

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Support us on Patreon!Subscribe to the LA Newsletter! Read Edition 12 in your browser here.Have a question about LA that you've never had a good answer to? You hear a lot from us, but we want to hear from you, too. Leave us a voicemail with a question, and we'll answer it on the show: 323-250-2106Below you can find links to all subjects discussed on LA Podcast #199.Headlines:Eric Garcetti tests positive for Covid-19, and rehires his old chief of staff.LA City Council Redistricting map changes completely now it's in the hands of the council itself. Some districts still stand to change.Congressional maps are also changing, and LA could lose a Black US Congressmember.Several policing items were discussed, we link here:The dismissal of a case brought by an LASD whistleblower claiming the Compton Executioner deputy gang retaliated against him.An LASD deputy is on trial for manslaughter.Murder-2 chargers filed against Long Beach School Officer who killed 18-year-old.$17 million awarded to family of Kenneth French, the 32-year-old disabled man who was shot and killed in a Costco by an off-duty LAPD officer.Inglewood PD officer indicted for cocaine trafficking.LASD stops and searches bicyclists all the time.New UCLA report says Film and TV representation is still unequal.The Aliso Canyon natural gas field is going to get bigger.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. New Jersey Democrat Phil Murphy wins governor's seat in tight and closely watched race. House Democrats pledge a vote on Build Back Better and bipartisan infrastructure bills by Friday. More than 40 countries pledge to phase out use of coal in the next 10-20 years. 20 nations pledge to stop investing in international fossil fuel projects. Biden administration announces new workplace vaccine mandates go in effect January 4, 2022. World Health Organization warns Europe stands to be epicenter of a new COVID-19 surge. Criticism abounds as one black person chosen for jury of Ahmed Arbury murder trial in Georgia. C.P.U.C. increases gas storage capacity at Aliso Canyon, site of nations largest methane leak in 2015, activists object. California Attorney General to go after local governments failing to meet state housing mandates, amid housing crisis. The post House Democrats pledge a vote on Build Back Better and bipartisan infrastructure bills by Friday; More than 40 countries pledge to phase out coal in the next 10-20 years; Biden administration announces new workplace vaccine mandates go in effect January 4, 2022 appeared first on KPFA.

What's happening today: L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti tested positive for COVID-19; Over 900,000 kids in L.A. now eligible for the vaccine; Biden commits to cutting methane pollution by 2030; State utility commission to vote on whether to increase the amount of gas stored at Aliso Canyon facility; Mary's Kitchen temporarily protected from eviction. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people. Support the show: https://support.laist.com/laistnav

Bill Handel on what caused the massive oil leak off the coast of Huntington Beach. Long after the Aliso Canyon gas rupture, residents still fear the long-term effects on their health. The 'Pandora Papers' show a lot about how powerful people hide their money from public view. And a recent Facebook scandal involving the January 6th insurrection is different than all of the other scandals.

California en alerta por una nueva variante del Covid 19.Una joven recibió disparos de un oficial del distrito escolar de Long Beach.Piden extender la licencia por enfermedad pagada por covid 19.Un hombre muere por disparos de agentes de la patrulla de caminos.Disminuyen drásticamente la inscripción de estudiantes en la LAUSD.Se prevé aumento de precio en el Gas Natural aun invierno frío.Exigen cierre de planta de gas en Aliso Canyon.Se retira la voz de los Dodgers Don Jaime Jarrin.El gobernador Gavin Newsom firma ley para evitar la explotación de trabajadores de fabricas textiles.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Republicans continue to block an increase in the nation's borrowing power. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns failure to raise debt ceiling will result in recession. Governor Gavin Newsom signs package of housing bills to invest $24 billion in 84,000 units. Two fires threaten Sequoia National Forest and surrounding communities. Climate justice activists including Greta Thunberg slam governments for lack of action on climate. Top military officer Mark Milley calls Afghanistan war “strategic failure,” urged keeping troops there. $1.8 billion settlement for victims of Aliso Canyon natural gas well blow out, some say not enough. Photo of the Windy Fire burning in Sequoia National Park, by Mike McMillan with U.S. Forest Service. The post As Democrats and Republicans spar over raising debt ceiling, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns failure to do so will result in recession; Governor Gavin Newsom signs package of housing bills to invest $24 billion in 84,000 units; Two fires threaten giant trees at Sequoia National Forest and surrounding communities appeared first on KPFA.

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Journalist Nathaniel Rich (writer-at-large, New York Times Magazine) believes we can do “great good” with nature. But how? In his brilliantly reported new book, “Second Nature”, he explores the potential of environmental innovations (7:52), the weight of living in an era of “terrible responsibility” (11:00), what a methane leak in Aliso Canyon can teach us about us (14:03), and how he found hope in a Japanese doctor studying immortal jellyfish (22:38). We also discuss the spiritual change needed to address our climate crisis (35:41), and why (better) storytelling may be the most effective way out of this mess (42:51).  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five years ago, an old well casing broke at the SoCalGas-owned Aliso Canyon gas storage facility near Porter Ranch, Los Angeles. Some 100,000 metric tons of methane unfurled into the air. It became the largest gas leak in American history. Many residents believe it led to long-term health effects such as chronic coughs and even cancer. They have unexpectedly become environmentalists, and they want the Aliso Canyon gas facility shut down.

We’re just a few days out from the election -- and how could we talk about anything else? Climate is finally beginning to play the kind of role that we have waited so long for. In this pre-election episode, we’ll recap where things stand: and how energy and climate are playing into late-stage messaging of Biden and Trump. Plus, what are some of the crucial down-ballot races we’re watching election night? And last: Five years have passed since the largest terrestrial natural gas disaster in U.S. history. A methane well in the Los Angeles hills broke open and shot a plume of methane into the air for four months. What’s changed since the Aliso Canyon leak? And how did it accelerate distributed resources in the state?The Energy Gang is brought to you by Sungrow, the leading global supplier of inverter solutions for renewables. During these uncertain times, Sungrow is committed to protecting its employees and continuing to reliably serve its customers around the world. Sungrow has also leveraged its extensive network across the United States to distribute face masks to communities in need.The Energy Gang is also brought to you by KORE Power. Based in the U.S., KORE Power is situated to meet the growing global demand of the energy storage market. KORE Power is building the first large-scale battery cell manufacturing facility in the U.S. owned by an American company. Once it’s operational, the 1-million-square-foot facility will have 12 gigawatt-hours of scalable manufacturing capacity. Learn more.

Carmen Balber is joined by Alex Nagy, California Director for Food & Water Watch, on the 5-year anniversary of the largest natural gas blowout in US history at SoCalGas’s Aliso Canyon storage facility. They discuss a week of action calling on Governor Newsom to meet his promise to members of the community and shut down the facility that is a clear and present danger to public health and California’s climate. Take action at http://fwaction.us/commemorate and www.alisostories.com

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This week we're talking LAPD malfeasance, COVID updates, and we chat with Alexandra Nagy of Food and Water Watch about the ongoing problems at Aliso Canyon.

ANDREW MOLLENBECK - LA Supes to vote on resolution to shut down Aliso Canyon 22 Arrested in Chico in Order to 'Improve Quality of Life' Hunter Biden linked to 2016 identity theft involving deceased brother MillerCoors Brewery Shutting Down in Irwindale; Pabst Could Buy Facility California, Alaska, and Hawaii Ranked as Worst Places to Retire ‘Moms for Housing' and squatting in the Bay Area Soleimani American Dystopia: San Francisco in decline ((AUDIO)) Missile attack on US base in Iraq is revenge for Aaron Katersky on Iran missile attack More on Iran situation OC lifeguards protest union activity Sen Scott Weiner SB 50 returns Brian Claypool on DCFS nonsense Early reports no injuries in Iraq Weinstein had 4 cell phones in court - threatened with jail Trump will not address nation tonight

Handel first goes in-depth into the cartel war for Mexico's multi-billion-dollar avocado company.He then talks about Newsom's exploration into a faster shutdown of the Aliso Canyon natural gas facility.And, Americans are moving at the lowest rate on record! Handel will tell you why.

This week we're talking about local elections across the country, PG&E's future, AirBnB policy changes, some big developments in the LA rental market, and how badly Aliso Canyon is poisoning an LA neighborhood. To get involved: http://GroundGameLA.org To read: http://KNOCK.LA To donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ggla Sources Local elections: https://ourfuture.org/20191106/turning-states-a-bolder-shade-of-blue PG&E: https://www.kqed.org/news/11784972/22-mayors-want-pge-to-become-a-customer-owned-co-op Aliso Canyon: https://laist.com/2019/11/05/aliso-canyon-porter-ranch-gas-leak-blowout-health-benzene-nordella.php Aliso Canyon Slide Deck: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/6540644-What-You-Should-Know-Aliso-Canyon-Blowout.html#document/p3/a534122 Herb Wesson: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2019-10-24/council-president-herb-wesson-son-koreatown-developer CF 19-1362 (Affordable Housing): http://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2019/19-1362_mot_11-05-2019.pdf AirBnB: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50276485 More AirBnB: https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/43k7z3/nationwide-fake-host-scam-on-airbnb CF 18-1245 (Homesharing): CF 19-1362 (Affordable Housing): http://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2019/19-1362_mot_11-05-2019.pdf

Welcome to the Audible Café podcast! Today’s show is a Special Edition tied to an event happening in Pittsfield, Massachusetts on Thursday. Even if you can’t get to the event, I hope you’ll listen, because today we’re talking about the dangers and implications of using fracked gas as an energy source for heating and cooking, and for making electricity. And about one terrible disaster — not the first, unfortunately probably not the last  that resulted from piping fracked gas under extremely high pressure into neighborhoods and homes. In this episode, I speak with Rosemary Wessel of No Fracked Gas in Mass, Logan Malik of BEAT and No Fracked Gas in Mass, and Dr. Curt Nordgaard, a pediatrician who researches and presents on the health impacts of gas.  On September 13, 2018, excessive pressure in natural gas lines owned by Columbia Gas of Massachusetts caused a series of explosions and fires to occur in as many as 40 homes, with over 80 individual fires, in the Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts, towns of Lawrence, Andover, and North Andover. One person was killed and 30,000 were forced to evacuate their homes. The film Under Pressure will be shown this Thursday, November 7th, at Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield. The event, which includes a discussion with experts afterwards, is sponsored by the Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT), 350-Berkshire Node, No Fracked Gas in Mass, Indivisible Pittsfield, and the Massachusetts Sierra Club. Under Pressure is a documentary created by the class of 2019 at Four Rivers Charter Public School, which is quite an impressive feat on its own. The film explores the complex truth of fracked gas as an energy source as well as the struggles of local families and small businesses as they attempt to rebuild their lives after this unprecedented gas distribution system disaster. The discussion following the film will be led by Dr. Curt Nordgaard, a pediatrician from Newton, Mass who for the last several years has been investigating and lecturing on the health impacts of fracked gas infrastructure, and Nathan Phillips, a professor of Earth and Environment at Boston University who has been working with HEET and other organizations to track fracked gas system leaks at Aliso Canyon and in the greater Boston area. I had the pleasure of speaking with Rosemary Wessel, Logan Malik, and Dr. Curt Nordgaard. Unfortunately, because of short notice, I was unable to connect with Professor Nathan Phillips, but I look forward to meeting him on Thursday. So please enjoy this Special Edition of Audible Café! Thank you, Rosemary Wessel, Logan Malik, and Dr. Curt Nordgaard, for being so generous with your time. For those of you in or near the Berkshires, I hope you can make it on Thursday to view this important film and to take part in the discussion. As always, you can learn more and access archives and show notes with lots of resources at audiblecafe.com, or visit the FB page - just search for Audible Café, or follow us on Twitter @audiblecafe. If you listen on iTunes, please subscribe, and leave us a review. It’s helps a lot. We appreciate your feedback. So if you’d like to get directly in touch with us, email listenup@audiblecafe.com. Thanks again, and have a great week! Judy   SHOW RESOURCES Under Pressure Pittsfield Screening Event Page Under Deadline: The Making of the 2018-2019 Energy Documentary (YouTube video) Rosemary Wessel - Director of No Fracked Gas in Mass (a program of Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) Logan Malik - Advocacy Coordinator for BEAT and Deputy Director of No Fracked Gas in Mass Dr. Curtis Nordgaard Professor Nathan Phillips - Boston University Proposed Massachusetts Legislation mentioned in this episode: S.1958 / H.2836 An Act transitioning Massachusetts to 100 per cent renewable energy H.3983, An Act to create a 2050 roadmap to a clean and thriving commonwealth H.2812, An Act Clarifying Authority and Responsibilities of the Department of Public Utilities H.2810 An Act to Promote Green Infrastructure and Reduce Carbon Emissions S.453/H.826 and S.464/H.761 - An Act relative to Environmental Justice

Mayor Garcetti talks about progress on homelessness Councilman Mike Bonin TurnS His Back On Homeless Playing With Fire CNN Criticized for Debate Question About Ellen DeGeneres Democratic Debate Southern California Edison considers power shut-offs ahead of high winds Jerry Brown touted California's ‘own damn satellite.' It may be named for him Son of ‘Tarzan' Actor Ron Ely Allegedly Killed His Mother Before Police Fatally Shot Him in Santa Barbara County Felicity Huffman won't serve her full 14-day prison sentence College cost is crazy Health and Science—mosquito danger ahead More debate clips, Trump says who cares about Turkey vs Syria Flames at Aliso Canyon cause alarm Union rep for Caltrans engineers comes on about where are the new hires and maintenance spending in the state budget as promised under SB 1 conversations with Caltrans officials LA City Council pushes $30/hr. Lyft, Uber wages GUEST: KRIS ANKARLO - Mayor Garcetti talks about progress on homelessness Councilman Mike Bonin TurnS His Back On Homeless Playing With Fire

San Francisco should issue a state of emergency for the vagrant problem Tony Robbins sexual misconduct Gas prices in California Trump administration pulls funding for California high speed rail Government workers get paid more than private sector workers College scandals // Harvard is not allowing Asian students in // People cheat on SAT // Adversity score Germany crossbow deaths Aliso Canyon leak update—So Cal Gas are liars Florida prepares for hundreds of migrants from Mexico being dumped there More stories of convicted death penalty scumbags that Gavin Newsom is protecting Ohio State doctor sex scandal David Ellis, Vista Del Mar Apartment tenant in San Clemente Moist Line!Hack in a Dumpster!

Hosts Gibran Maciel & Scott Lay go over the top news headlines in California politics and policy today. INTRO 2:30 - The Kings this year 
6:30 - Oakland Unified comes to a tentative agreement over the weekend
 9:17 - Teacher compensation - steps & columns 
 11:08 - Charter schools, SB 126, and more bills to come
 17:27 - From a labor perspective, all teachers are equal, but they are not equal in the esteem of their peers and their students. 
 18:06 - Floods, the Russian River, exacerbating the housing crisis and Governor Newsom’s emergency proclamation 
 21:15 - The political implications of wildfire & flooding displacement (Census) 
 22:00 - The sites reservoir fight is about cash 
 23:30 - Special district bureaucrats looking after themselves 
26:30 - PG&E admits that their line probably started the camp fire & the write-down’s
 
28:46 - City of San Francisco looking to dump PG&E and create a publicly owned utility district, but management and labor are opposed 29:37 - San Diego Mayor Faulconer given the authority to start negotiating with surrounding cities for direct-purchase agreements 32:17 - The California Democratic Party picks up 360k right before San Diego considers community choice aggregation and Aliso-Canyon 
 36:00 - Scott’s dismay at the media for not putting the dots together on following the cash in CA politics
 37:02 - The Democratic Party has a fundraising advantage over the Republican Party because donors have more trust that the CDP will act in a transactional nature. 
 39:08 - Bargaining unit 7 the California State Law Enforcement Association (park rangers, fish & game, etc.) seeks a new contract 42:55 - Davita Dialysis drops 200k to the CA Democratic Party, Prop 8 & the dialysis / labor issue in the legislature today
 48:13 - Adam Gray’s ballot measure committee fails to spend money on the water bond, even though it narrowly failed and his backing could have helped…
 50:13 - Davita’s 200k to CDP is an olive branch, potentially seeking an agreement
 54:06 - SB 562 and the Nurses Union 
 55:20 - Governor Newsom Appointments 
 56:30 - Dynamex

The latest updates on the California fires, Andrew Mollenbeck speaks on the settlement reached in massive Aliso Canyon gas leak, Whatcha Watchin' Wednesday with Petros, California lawmakers grill DMV officials over ballooning wait times, Top trending news, Top political news, and listeners call in with their strange business ideas

The suspect in the crazy Silver Lake Trader Joe's shootout has been ID'd, Trump gets in a Twitter feud with Iran, A key witness is going to tell an important part of the Aliso Canyon gas leak story, A methy mug shot of the day, #SwampWatch, #TerrorintheSkies, a look at the markets, and we listen to your craziest Uber/Lyft stories.

Dr. Nguyen will discuss the Aliso Canyon gas blowout, his educational science videos, Cancer InCytes Magazine, and much more! TUNE in to KUCI 88.9fm Monday at 9:30am pst - stream www.kuci.org David H. Nguyen, Ph.D. Affiliate Scientist Division of Molecular Biophysics and Integrated Bioimaging (MBIB) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Principal Investigator David H. Nguyen, Ph.D. will be discussing the following: What motivated you to get involved in the Aliso Canyon gas blowout? What are your goals regarding the educational science videos that you have been making? Are your videos applicable to people outside of the Aliso Canyon gas blowout? You’re the editor-in-chief if Cancer InCytes Magazine. Tell me about Cancer InCytes. What should the poisoning victims in the San Fernando Valley be doing to protect themselves? How can our listeners help your efforts and the people living near Aliso Canyon? About David H. Nguyen, Ph.D. Professional Activities Editor-in-Chief of Cancer InCytes Magazine, a public health e-magazine that talks about the links between childhood trauma, social justice, environmental toxicology, and disease risk: www.CancerInCytes.org Affiliate Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He is part of the Molecular Biophysics and Integrated Bioimaging Division. www.biosciences.lbl.gov/divisions/mbib Principle investigator at Tissue Spatial Geometrics Laboratory: www.tsglab.org Chair of the Environmental & Medical Fallout Task Force about Aliso Canyon Gas Blowout: https://www.cancerincytes.org/task-force-gas-blowout Research Interests Develops mathematical algorithms to measure order and disorder in tumor architecture to better diagnose disease and predict future risk of disease. www.tsg-lab.org Education Studied Molecular & Cell Biology at UC Berkeley for his undergraduate degree. Studied endocrinology and cancer for his PhD at UC Berkeley. Background Grew up in Los Angeles area in a family of Vietnamese immigrants. David H. Nguyen, Ph.D. Tissue Spatial Geometrics Lab (TSG Lab) Lab Website: www.tsg-lab.org Contact Email: DHNguyen@lbl.gov Personal Website: www.d-hh-nguyen.com

We need Democrats to run for office. But if a Democrat is running in a blue state, does it matter? Sure, all elections matter, but does this one actually matter? Does it?? A Democrat held this seat before. (He resigned suddenly #MeToo.) And so a Democrat is very likely going to win this seat again. PLUS it’s for the California State Assembly (lower house in the state legislature), where Democrats already have a supermajority. This is Blue California!! Why does this election in District 45 matter? Ankur Patel will tell you why. He lives in that district. He’s a progressive. And he’s a candidate for that seat. Ankur Patel has worked for LAUSD school board member Scott Schmerelson. He’s also been an organizer with the  National Union of Healthcare Workers, an activist and Volunteer with Food & Water Watch, and is a new member of the Valley Chapter of the Los Angeles Tenants Union. Today’s talking points: Single-payer healthcare in California, fixing the education system and magnet schools, and fighting for families and communities affected by the Aliso Canyon gas leak, the largest natural gas disaster in US history.   LINKS! http://ankurforassembly.com www.schmoliticsshow.com   YOU KNOW WHAT’S COOL!?! SUBSCRIBE and RATE and REVIEWING SCHMOLITICS on Apple Podcasts! Go to Apple Podcasts. Click "Subscribe." Then click "Write a review." And good things happen to you for the rest of the day. It's that easy. We say "Subscribe/Rate/Review" a lot because, really, it’s a thing. Your review is like money to us. But better. And so much more thoughtful. Your "Subscribe/Rate/Review" goes a long way. We thank you in advance.

Southern California Gas Company was responsible for a recent chemical spill in the Rancho Park area of West Los Angeles that caused a strong gas-like odor to blanket surrounding neighborhoods. The Los Angeles City Council directed various agencies to investigate, with area residents and two councilmen voicing heavy criticism of SoCal Gas's handling of post-spill communications. Jack Eidt spoke with three major environmental justice advocates with experience working to protect communities from these health dangers. Andrea Leon-Grossmann is a Southern California Organizer with Food and Water Watch. A resident of the LA neighborhood of Rancho Park, she works on the campaign for a just transition to 100% clean, renewable energy in Los Angeles. Susan Gorman-Chang is a member of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood Council and leader for the community group Save Porter Ranch that has fought to expose the dangers to the community from the Aliso Canyon gas leak. Marta Segura, Climate Law Institute Southern California Engagement Director, builds and strengthens partnerships to protect communities, their health and the environment from oil drilling, oppose oil and gas projects, and support the enforcement of environmental protections in Southern California. Words from the Front was done by Alicia Rivera from Communities for a Better Environment. She spoke on recent fenceline air quality monitoring regulations for petroleum refineries proposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Interview by Jack Eidt from SoCal 350 Climate Action and EcoJustice Radio. Host and Engineer: JP Morris Executive Producer: Mark Morris

Carletta Davis from We Matter Eight Mile in Alabama, and Richard Mathews from Save Porter Ranch, talk with Leah Garland from SoCal 350 on parallel natural gas leak disasters in both Alabama and Southern California. Jane Fowler from Save Porter Ranch gives the Update from the Frontlines on the Aliso Canyon SoCalGas Leak Interview by Leah Garland from EcoJustice Radio. Host and Engineer: JP Morris Executive Producer: Mark Morris This originally aired August 3, 2017 on KPFK 90.7 FM, Pacifica Radio in Los Angeles.

Andrew Krowne, his wife and their 5 young kids have experienced headaches, blurry vision, vertigo and fatigue over the past two years.  They believe it's all a result of the leak at the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility.  Today marks the second anniversary of the leak, and residents continue calling on Governor Brown to shut down the facility.  It is scorching out there!  We talk to climatologist Bill Patzert about why it's so outside this time of year and what the coming La Nina means for California rain.  Justin Timberlake's getting his sexyback--at next year's Super Bowl.  Janet Jackson's fans are angry she hasn't been invited back.  Sports consultant Marc Ganis says it's because Janet's just not as popular as she used to be. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A blown out natural gas well in Los Angeles has been pouring methane into the air for over two months now. It’s estimated that each day the Aliso Canyon leak is adding about as much greenhouse gas to the atmosphere as four and a half million cars on the road. The spewing gas is sparking calls for a new watchdog system for methane.