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LA City Council approves a budget that will add hundreds of police officers. Meanwhile, LA Unified eliminates hundreds of positions. LA Metro sues Burbank over a NoHo to Pasadena bus route. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
On the Contacts Coaching podcast, Duarte High School athletic director and PE teacher Coach Perry Skaggs shares his path from LA Unified student and Fairfax High alumnus to coaching and athletic administration across private and public schools, including Pilgrim, Viewpoint, Flintridge Prep, Westmark, and LAUSD sites before landing at Duarte eight years ago. He explains why he moved between sectors—job security, parent access, and career stability—and why Duarte feels like a “small town” community where relationships drive athletics. Skaggs discusses lessons from eight-man football, emphasizing coaching adaptability and culture, and outlines Duarte's multi-sport philosophy and sport offerings, including additions like girls flag football, stunt, and boys volleyball based on student interest. He also describes evolving from dogmatic coaching to more collaborative communication and focusing programs on positive student-athlete experiences over championships.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:55 Coaching Roots and Early Stops02:37 Flintridge Prep to Westmark Shift03:44 Westmark Lessons and Eight Man Success04:40 Back to Public and Finding Duarte07:05 Private vs Public Realities13:02 Why Duarte Feels Like Family17:36 Stepping Into the AD Role21:51 Eight Man vs Eleven Man Football25:42 Eight Man Culture and Community28:04 Eight Man Football Shift28:44 Selling Multi Sport Culture30:32 Cutting And Adding Sports34:27 New Programs And Tradeoffs36:23 Do New Sports Hurt Others37:50 Culture Over Championships41:57 Post COVID Team Mindset46:30 Changing Coaching Style50:15 Staying Old School Tools53:02 Final Wrap And Thanks
Mayor Bass takes on Councilmember Raman in a one-on-one debate, and the kid gloves were off. President Trump was a frequent target in last night's CA Governor debate. The feds launch an investigation into LA Unified. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
LA Unified approves screentime limits for students. California hits historic lows for gun violence. New research shows some SoCal counties are among the most polluted in the country. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
LA Mayor Karen Bass drops the latest city budget. The newest poll in the Governor's race shows two Republicans still leading. LA Unified considers screen time limits for students. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
LA County declares a public health crisis over housing insecurity. Angelinos say their quality of life is among the worst on record. Teachers' new contract at LA Unified gives them an essential benefit for the very first time. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
An overnight deal avoids a strike and keeps LA Unified schools open. Eric Swalwell has quit Congress, but new misconduct allegations may still be on the way. LA County unveils a nearly $50 billion dollar budget. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Two out of three unions reach a tentative deal with LA Unified, but the picket lines are still a possibility. Eric Swalwell is out of the Governor's race following allegations of sexual assault. It's a happy homecoming for one of the first families to rebuild from the 2024 Mountain Fire. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Hackers access sensitive LAPD data. Three unions return to the bargaining table with LA Unified, just days before a potential strike. The woman who dealt the drugs that killed Matthew Perry is about to learn her fate. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Congressional Democrats are in LA to put a spotlight on mid-term election security. Mayor candidate Spencer Pratt lashes out over claims he's not an LA resident. LA Unified teachers are prepping for a strike, and even sympathetic parents want compromise. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Los Angeles Unified School District could face an open-ended strike if multiple labor deals are not made by April 14. The potential strike comes at a time when the district faces significant challenges, including a budget deficit and a superintendent under FBI investigation. LAist K-12 Education Senior Reporter Mariana Dale breaks down how we got here and the consequences for the district's 400,000 students, their families, teachers, and staff. Read Mariana’s full report at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
Los Angeles Unified School District could face an open-ended strike if multiple labor deals are not made by April 14. The potential strike comes at a time when the district faces significant challenges, including a budget deficit and a superintendent under FBI investigation. LAist K-12 Education Senior Reporter Mariana Dale breaks down how we got here and the consequences for the district's 400,000 students, their families, teachers, and staff. Read Mariana’s full report at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/join
Los Angeles Unified School District could face an open-ended strike if multiple labor deals are not made by April 14. The potential strike comes at a time when the district faces significant challenges, including a budget deficit and a superintendent under FBI investigation. LAist K-12 Education Senior Reporter Mariana Dale breaks down how we got here and the consequences for the district's 400,000 students, their families, teachers, and staff. Read Mariana’s full report at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
Los Angeles Unified School District could face an open-ended strike if multiple labor deals are not made by April 14. The potential strike comes at a time when the district faces significant challenges, including a budget deficit and a superintendent under FBI investigation. LAist K-12 Education Senior Reporter Mariana Dale breaks down how we got here and the consequences for the district's 400,000 students, their families, teachers, and staff. Read Mariana’s full report at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
Gates are going up along the 101 to keep tomorrow's "No Kings" protests off the freeway. A former LA Unified employee is accused of being part of the one of the largest money laundering schemes in district history. UCLA sues to stop the Riverside County Sherriff's investigation into the Prop 50 election. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
What happens when failure becomes leverage?In this Wacky Wednesday episode, Chad Law breaks down the most insane trend in modern America: systems that underperform… and then demand MORE.From Los Angeles schools threatening strikes despite collapsing outcomes, to colleges producing debt instead of success, to unions negotiating higher pay while service declines—this isn't a coincidence.It's a model.A system where:Results don't matterAccountability disappearsAnd “something for nothing” becomes the expectationWe expose:LA Unified's shocking performance vs. funding realityThe union incentive loop driving policy and spendingWhy colleges like NYU charge more while delivering lessHow UPS, TSA, and government unions are shifting costs onto YOUThe dangerous rise of pressure-based fundingThis isn't just bad policy.It's a mindset—and it's spreading everywhere.Chapters00:00 Cold Open – “Demanding a Raise After Failure”04:30 Break + CTA05:07 Episode Intro + Housekeeping06:00 Segment 1 – LA Schools: Failing Upward14:50 COVID Learning Loss & Trust Collapse20:30 Segment 2 – Colleges: Paying More for Less23:00 Portland Community College Breakdown24:30 NYU: $300K Degrees, Less Teaching27:10 Segment 3 – Unions & The “Failure = Leverage” Model27:15 UPS & Teamsters Pay Explosion29:10 Government Union Incentive Loop30:10 TSA Chaos & Pay Demands31:00 Segment 4 – How They Pay for It34:00 Billionaire Tax Origins & Union Influence36:00 The Incentive Loop Explained39:30 DHS / TSA Funding Chaos41:45 Reagan Reminder – The Grace Commission43:00 Final Thesis + CloseIf you see us—share us.Follow on X for daily breakdowns.Subscribe on Substack for quick-hit episode notes.Join the debate on Instagram.
What happens when failure becomes leverage?In this Wacky Wednesday episode, Chad Law breaks down the most insane trend in modern America: systems that underperform… and then demand MORE.From Los Angeles schools threatening strikes despite collapsing outcomes, to colleges producing debt instead of success, to unions negotiating higher pay while service declines—this isn't a coincidence.It's a model.A system where:Results don't matterAccountability disappearsAnd “something for nothing” becomes the expectationWe expose:LA Unified's shocking performance vs. funding realityThe union incentive loop driving policy and spendingWhy colleges like NYU charge more while delivering lessHow UPS, TSA, and government unions are shifting costs onto YOUThe dangerous rise of pressure-based fundingThis isn't just bad policy.It's a mindset—and it's spreading everywhere.Chapters00:00 Cold Open – “Demanding a Raise After Failure”04:30 Break + CTA05:07 Episode Intro + Housekeeping06:00 Segment 1 – LA Schools: Failing Upward14:50 COVID Learning Loss & Trust Collapse20:30 Segment 2 – Colleges: Paying More for Less23:00 Portland Community College Breakdown24:30 NYU: $300K Degrees, Less Teaching27:10 Segment 3 – Unions & The “Failure = Leverage” Model27:15 UPS & Teamsters Pay Explosion29:10 Government Union Incentive Loop30:10 TSA Chaos & Pay Demands31:00 Segment 4 – How They Pay for It34:00 Billionaire Tax Origins & Union Influence36:00 The Incentive Loop Explained39:30 DHS / TSA Funding Chaos41:45 Reagan Reminder – The Grace Commission43:00 Final Thesis + CloseIf you see us—share us.Follow on X for daily breakdowns.Subscribe on Substack for quick-hit episode notes.Join the debate on Instagram.
Activist Dolores Huerta's breaking her silence after allegations of sexual assault against labor leader Cesar Chavez. The leader of LA Unified says keeping schools open could be nearly impossible if staff walk out next month. And it's a new era of transparency for LA County, when it comes to executive payouts. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Local and state leaders are already promising action in the wake of damning allegations about Cesar Chavez. LA Unified teachers and service workers set a strike date. SoCal enters day three of a dangerous heatwave. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
This week's heat wave is becoming increasingly dangerous and is shattering records across the Southland. LA Unified's largest teacher and staff unions are planning a major rally downtown this afternoon, and they could name a strike date. There's a lot of red at the top of the latest poll in the California governor race. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The squad navigates a "wonky" Homie Helpline for Gracie, a 40-year-old lunch lady who is terrified of starting over in communications but quickly finds herself debating the merits of breast implants versus a new hair color to jumpstart her career. The "studious fools" also roast Ice Cube for winning a Razzie Award for "Worst Actor" for a movie where his entire performance consisted of making an "angry face" at a computer screen while his son got kidnapped by aliens. Chapters (00:00) Don't You Know I'm Local: Kobe's Mural (2:48) Chisme: Rihanna's Stalker (5:21) Rap Sheet: Ice Cube Razzie Award (9:46) Monday Mashup: TI and Walk It Out (12:27) Petty Police: Chalamet Avoids Steven Spielberg (15:51) Scrolling: Fake '90's Challenge Photos (21:05) The Weather: High Temperatures! (22:00) Homie Helpline: Career Advice for a 40-year-old Mother (44:33) Ticket Giveaway: Naming Award Shows for Tix (49:59) Don't You Know I'm Local: Tire Shop Fam Wins Oscar (52:29) Chisme: Michael B Jordan eats In-N-Out (58:39) Rap Sheet: Fans predict Iceman release date (1:01:22) LAFC Game Recap (1:04:06) Money Moves: Santa Monica Beach House Rental (1:06:12) Studious Foo: Discussion on Polyamory (1:08:07) Play Ball: MJF roasts Vic on air (1:11:42) LA Unified guest speaker from SEIU 99 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
LA's heatwave hits a second day and HVAC repair pros are staffing up. Folks in LA County are dying younger than they were a decade ago. LA Unified's acting superintendent commits to supporting immigrant families. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
A police surge is coming to Downtown LA. LA City Council signs the check on a $107 million contract, despite the City Attorney's wishes. The embattled LA Unified superintendent claims his innocence in the face of FBI raids. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The LA Unified board meets behind closed doors to discuss the future of Superintendent Alberto Carvalho. LA leaders want to delay a new state law that will put more homes near train stops. The LA homeless services CEO accused of stealing millions is set to enter a plea. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
What the partial government shutdown could mean for funding for LA Fire survivors. LA Unified approves millions in bonds to pay victims of abuse. Legendary coach Pat Riley honored with new statue from the Lakers. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
San Bernardino Fire crews are searching for a driver who was swept away in last night's storm. LA Unified is cutting more than 650 job positions. Mark Zuckerberg takes the stand in downtown LA. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
LA Unified educators are one step closer to striking after voting in favor of a work stoppage this week. ICE protests continue in the region, after Angelenos flooded Downtown L.A. yesterday as part of a national day of opposition to federal immigration operations. Exploring the legacy of the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles. Plus, more Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
A rally against the Iranian government erupts in chaos, when someone drives a U-Haul into a crowd. LA Unified students return to school while the district and union return to the bargaining table. "Hamnet" pulls off a surprise Best Drama win at the Golden Globes. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The latest update on the Christmas storm over LA. A new way to reduce postage costs during the holidays. Cheaper stamps at the post office. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
A group of Eaton Fire survivors say a proposed compensation plan from SoCal Edison lowballs survivors. LA Mayor Karen Bass wants to give Palisades fire survivors a tax break. The report card is in for LA Unified students. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
LA County considers a new program to help wildfire survivors and ICE victims pay their rent. A school emergency alert system for immigration sweeps goes before the State Assembly. It's time for parents to start researching LA Unified's specialized programs for next year. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
A judge has ruled the California FAIR Plan's smoke damage policy is illegal. LA Unified has approved its budget for its next fiscal year. We have details of a video showing a man being arrested at a routine immigration check-in. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
High levels of mercury and lead are showing up in the blood of Eaton and Pacific Palisades firefighters. LA Unified teachers are looking for some big raises. Mookie Betts considers joining Dodgers at the White House. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Another measles case has been reported in Southern California - others may have been exposed at different spots around L.A. County. Heavy rain tomorrow means officials are bracing for debris flows. LA Unified sets the district's calendar for the next 3 years. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
School board members from the Los Angeles Unified School District, the second-largest district in the nation, voted 5-2 to move forward on a resolution Tuesday to ban cell phones during the school day. Guest Co-Host: Diane Pearce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LA Unified proposes student cellphone ban amid distracted kids. Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and severe. Should FEMA recognize heat and wildfire smoke as ‘major disasters? ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.' Mike talks about warning labels for social media and the slowest electric vehicle currently on sale from a major automaker.
The LAUSD board voted to develop a policy to ban student cellphone and social media use. A proposal to outsource management of Huntington Beach's city library system is off the table. Do you know the history behind LA City Hall? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com
There are big changes in leadership for programs to help unhoused Angelenos. The teachers union at LA Unified is considering whether to drop an endorsement for a school board candidate. A big snow storm is headed toward California from Alaska. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com
LA City Council's Curren Price pleads not guilty to felony corruption charges. LA Unified students return to school amid a COVID, RSV, & flu surges. An El Segundo company gets the US back into the Moon rocket business for the first time in nearly 52 years. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com
Andre Jennings is a military brat who moved all over the country before settling in South Central Los Angeles. Surrounded by gang culture, he was pushed in another direction and found his passion in law enforcement. Find out more about Sergeant Andre Jennings' journey in this in-person conversation.
The Writers Guild of America has reached a tentative agreement with the AMPTP after months of strikes. What does that mean for SAG-AFTRA? The LA Unified school board is voting on a policy that could prevent charter schools from moving onto the campuses of some traditional public schools. Mooncakes are traditionally eaten to celebrate the annual Mid-Autumn Festival, one of the key holidays in Chinese culture. Here's where you can buy them in LA.
California puts some muscle into the effort to solve problems at LA County juvenile halls; Lawmakers consider allowing undocumented immigrants to get unemployment; It's signup time for LA Unified summer programs, offering a range of options. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join Support the show: https://laist.com
More than two years after it went up, the chainlink fence around Echo Park Lake is down; waiting for a verdict in the corruption trial of veteran LA politicians Mark Ridley-Thomas and for the LA Unified school board and union workers at the school district to ratify a new contract; and a new federal program that aims to repair the damage done by freeway traffic gets a workout in the LA area. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join Support the show: https://laist.com
After three days of no classes - tomorrow is “back to school” day at the LAUSD; The three-day strike by LA Unified employees gave parents a chance to teach their kids about real-life subjects not in textbooks; March Madness continues with the UCLA men's and women's basketball teams still chasing tournament titles – plus one more team from the Inland Empire, and more. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join Support the show: https://laist.com
Joyce talks about the sexual harassment lawsuit former Fox producer Abby Grossberg filed against Tucker Carlson. She talks about COVID-19, the hatred for Donald Trump that the left has sowed into society, and California attempting to make tech giants pay journalist for the articles their websites put ads on.Joyce also talks about the, LA Unified school district closed for three days due to a worker's strike. Feed children in school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Joyce talks about the sexual harassment lawsuit former Fox producer Abby Grossberg filed against Tucker Carlson. She talks about COVID-19, the hatred for Donald Trump that the left has sowed into society, and California attempting to make tech giants pay journalist for the articles their websites put ads on. Joyce also talks about the, LA Unified school district closed for three days due to a worker's strike. Feed children in school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Unified School District workers have begun a three day strike on Tuesday, a labor action that will affect hundreds of thousands of students and families across the city. Reporter: Saul Gonzalez, The California Report The 12th atmospheric river this winter is set to once again pummel California. During past storms, washed out roads and fallen trees have isolated many residents in rural communities. But that hasn't stopped emergency responders from rescuing people. Reporter: Lesley McClurg, KQED
One of the unions for LA Unified employees announces its plans for a three-day strike; President Biden pays a visit to Monterey Park to talk about gun violence; L.A. County files charges against a senior care facility over a number of patient deaths early in the pandemic. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/joinSupport the show: https://laist.com
Today on Sojourner Truth our Friday roundtable is back. Each of our panelists select people they'd like to honor as we kick off the month of African American History. Our panelists are: journalist Laura Carlsen, LA Unified school board member Jackie Goldberg and Dr. Gerald Horne, Moores Professor of History and African-American Studies. We cover a wide range of topics including: figures from curriculum, history and in particular Black history under attack in Conservative states across the country, international affairs in China, as well as the forces at play regarding the recent rise in violence in Israel-Palestine conflict.
In this hour, LA Unified's Woke Ideology, Resting Bitch Face, Housing Shortages, and Tim Sandefur on Fighting the Nanny State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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