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This Week: As the school year begins across many parts of America, we welcome back our long time friend of the show and middle school literacy coach extraordinaire Genevieve DeBose. With some fascinating new survey data out from the Rand Corp. showing modest improvements in teachers' plans to remain in the profession, but persistent job related stress, we talk about how wily vets are staying motivated, engaged, and continuing to find joy in the work. Plus, with so much swirling around schools -- from fears of ICE and LAUSD making strong efforts to keep kids and families safe, livestreamed genocide on kids phones, and the constant authoritarian creep dominating the headlines -- we discuss how to talk about the world with students today. Manuel, Jeff, and Genevieve discuss!  MAXIMUM WOKENESS ALERT -- get your All of the Above swag, including your own “Teach the Truth” shirt! In this moment of relentless attacks on teaching truth in the classroom, we got you covered. https://all-of-the-above-store.creator-spring.com Watch, listen and subscribe to make sure you don't miss our latest content!Listen on Apple Podcast and Spotify Website: https://AOTAshow.comStream all of our content at: linktr.ee/AOTA  Watch at: YouTube.com/AlloftheAboveFollow us at: LinkedIn, Facebook.com/AOTAshow, Twitter.com/AOTAshow

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Thoughts on the Los Angeles Unified School Districts fight to protect students by limiting immigration enforcement AND Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to enact redistricting in California - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Thursday, August 14th, 2025Today, it appears that Russia is responsible for the hack of the federal court system; the US deficit has increased to $291B despite Trump's tariff promises; immigration agents on Monday detained a disabled 15-year-old student at gunpoint outside a Los Angeles high school; the bench trial in the case brought by Gavin Newsom alleging the Trump administration has violated the Posse Comitatus Act has ended and Judge Breyer should issue a ruling soon; the president says he will ask Congress for a long term extension of the federal occupation of the District of Columbia; Gavin Newsom will give a press conference today at 1130 AM Pacific Time regarding redistricting; the Congressional Budget Office is out with a score on the Billionaire Bailout Bill and it's just as we suspected; Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer called my reporting a rumor on twitter, and i have a response; and Allison and Dana read your Good News.Thank You, Daily LookFor 50% off your first order, head to DailyLook.com and use code DAILYBEANS.  Thank You, Fast Growing TreesGet 15% off your first purchase. FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeans. Community Support Sign-up - UTLAStoriesLive updates: Trump says he will request a 'long-term extension' of D.C. police takeover | NBC NewsTrump's tax law will mostly benefit the rich, while leaving poorer Americans with less, CBO says | NBC NewsUS deficit grows to $291 billion in July despite tariff revenue surge | ReutersAgents detain student at gunpoint near school; safe zones to be expanded around LAUSD campuses | Los Angeles TimesCommunity Support Sign-up - UTLATrump Administration Can Withhold Billions in Foreign Aid, Appeals Court Rules | The New York TimesGood Trouble Today's good trouble comes from Isaiah Martin, candidate for congress in Texas' 18th district. “Texas Republicans have now set up a TIP LINE to rat out the Texas Democrats. So PLEASE, for the sake of the public, DO NOT FLOOD THIS NUMBER with tips on Bigfoot sightings, UFO sightings, or asking why Trump is on "the list" 1-866-786-5972Texas House speaker creates 'tip line' to narc on missing Democrats - Raw StoryFrom The Good NewsIn this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Dr. Paul R. Lawrence is joined by DHS Deputy Secretary Troy Edgar to discuss career... - VA FacebookWeatherly Heights Baptist ChurchReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beans Federal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts

LAUSD went back to school today - what's on students and immigrant families' minds? The Port of LA had its busiest month ever this July. Governor Newsom is speaking out about his redistricting plan. 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

It's the first day of school at L-A Unified, and teachers are on the lookout for ICE agents. Governor Newsom is ready to re-write California's Congressional maps. LA County's top judge is denouncing courthouse immigration detainments. 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

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at the new LAUSD “safe zones” designed to keep students safe from ICE raids, the first official Dog Park in Burbank AND which state is ranked number one in the nation for seeing shooting stars - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Today on AirTalk, fast food chains are starting to see a decline in revenue; the superior court struck down the LAUSD charter school system policy; a new book connects environmental impacts to serial killers in the west; the latest on Andrew Do; AOL shuts down; and the 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion. Today on AirTalk, Fast food sales decline (0:15) LAUSD charter school policy struck down (20:01) Environmental impacts may be connected to serial killings (37:11) Latest on Andrew Do (50:51) AOL shuts down (1:05:58) 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion (1:26:29) 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!

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. National Guard Memorial Building Trump's Washington DC takeover begins, sparking criticism of growing authoritarianism; SF labor activists raise funds for Palestine Federation of Trade Unions to protect rights of workers; ICE arrest of disabled high school student triggers creation of safety zones at LA schools; Water diversions from Mono Lake to LA endangering gulls in sensitive ecosystem; Netanyahu in talks with South Sudan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza; Federal court in SF hearing case on National Guard in LA, with implications for deployments in other cities; Trump considering 600-strong National Guard “quick reaction force” to quell protests in cities The post Trump's Washington DC takeover begins as National Guard arrives; ICE arrest of disabled high school student triggers LAUSD moves to protect students- August 12, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

LAUSD starts its new academic term a week from today. Superintendent Alberto Carvalho talks about student proficiency in math and reading, enrollment, and protecting kids from ICE raids.  Writer Peter Beinart says American Jews need to reckon with Israel’s conduct in the war in Gaza, and they should support equality for Palestinians. Critics review the latest film releases: “Freakier Friday,” “It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley,” “Weapons,” and “Souleymane’s Story.”

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Updates on the LADWP service outage…PLUS – A look at the top stolen vehicles in the United States AND the Los Angeles Unified School District's fleet of all-electric buses, complete with Wi-Fi - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Boil water notices are still in place for parts of Porter Ranch, Granada Hills and Malibu following a water outage. LAUSD has new electric buses, so get used to how they sound. For all the musicians out there, we'll tell you about a new practice space you can use - in animal shelters, 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

Coming up on today's Local: the water is still shut off for people in Granada Hills & Porter Ranch ... thieves target popular dolls in La Puente ... and can LAUSD cafeteria food pass the Pete Demetriou taste test?

Why ‘Mandatory Reporting' Failed to Stop Devil's Den Killer-Teacher Welcome to the teaser episode of Classroom Coverup, a 10-part true crime podcast series that exposes the disturbing practice known as "passing the trash," where schools allow teachers accused of predatory behavior—such as grooming, inappropriate touching, or sexual comments toward students—to resign quietly without reporting to authorities or documenting issues in their records. Often, these educators receive neutral or even positive references, enabling them to move to new districts or states and continue endangering children. Drawing on court documents, survivor accounts, news reports, and verified statistics, this episode introduces the series by highlighting the most shocking cases and the systemic failures that allow them to persist. We cover cases like Andrew McGann, whose alleged favoritism toward young girls went unreported as he moved across states, culminating in a 2025 double murder; Gary Gregor's decades-long abuse spree across Utah, Montana, and New Mexico, ending in a 2022 conviction for child rape; and Jon White's horrific acts in Illinois, feeding semen-laced snacks to second-graders after a misleading reference. From impregnating a teen in California's elite schools to recent 2024-2025 cases involving cheer coaches and Scientology-linked cover-ups, the allegations are staggering: molestation, rape, and even murder tied to unchecked escalation. Why does this happen? Schools prioritize avoiding lawsuits, union pressures protect teachers, and administrators choose silence to preserve reputations. The impact is devastating: 10% of K-12 students face misconduct (Shakeshaft 2004), with Texas logging 4,300 unreported educator exits since 2017 against 2,500 charges. Victims suffer lifelong PTSD, while districts like LAUSD pay out $1.4 billion in settlements. Reforms like Texas' SB 571 and New Jersey's hush bans offer hope, but gaps remain. This teaser breaks down what happened, why it matters, and how to fight back with advocacy and awareness. On X, #EndPassingTheTrash is gaining traction. Listen, share, and join the movement—kids' safety depends on it! (Word count: 324) Hashtags: #ClassroomCoverup #PassingTheTrash #SchoolPredators #TrueCrimePodcast #ProtectOurKids #EducatorAbuse #SchoolScandals #MandatoryReporting #StopTheShuffle #VictimJustice Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Why ‘Mandatory Reporting' Failed to Stop Devil's Den Killer-Teacher Welcome to the teaser episode of Classroom Coverup, a 10-part true crime podcast series that exposes the disturbing practice known as "passing the trash," where schools allow teachers accused of predatory behavior—such as grooming, inappropriate touching, or sexual comments toward students—to resign quietly without reporting to authorities or documenting issues in their records. Often, these educators receive neutral or even positive references, enabling them to move to new districts or states and continue endangering children. Drawing on court documents, survivor accounts, news reports, and verified statistics, this episode introduces the series by highlighting the most shocking cases and the systemic failures that allow them to persist. We cover cases like Andrew McGann, whose alleged favoritism toward young girls went unreported as he moved across states, culminating in a 2025 double murder; Gary Gregor's decades-long abuse spree across Utah, Montana, and New Mexico, ending in a 2022 conviction for child rape; and Jon White's horrific acts in Illinois, feeding semen-laced snacks to second-graders after a misleading reference. From impregnating a teen in California's elite schools to recent 2024-2025 cases involving cheer coaches and Scientology-linked cover-ups, the allegations are staggering: molestation, rape, and even murder tied to unchecked escalation. Why does this happen? Schools prioritize avoiding lawsuits, union pressures protect teachers, and administrators choose silence to preserve reputations. The impact is devastating: 10% of K-12 students face misconduct (Shakeshaft 2004), with Texas logging 4,300 unreported educator exits since 2017 against 2,500 charges. Victims suffer lifelong PTSD, while districts like LAUSD pay out $1.4 billion in settlements. Reforms like Texas' SB 571 and New Jersey's hush bans offer hope, but gaps remain. This teaser breaks down what happened, why it matters, and how to fight back with advocacy and awareness. On X, #EndPassingTheTrash is gaining traction. Listen, share, and join the movement—kids' safety depends on it! (Word count: 324) Hashtags: #ClassroomCoverup #PassingTheTrash #SchoolPredators #TrueCrimePodcast #ProtectOurKids #EducatorAbuse #SchoolScandals #MandatoryReporting #StopTheShuffle #VictimJustice Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Why ‘Mandatory Reporting' Failed to Stop Devil's Den Killer-Teacher Welcome to the teaser episode of Classroom Coverup, a 10-part true crime podcast series that exposes the disturbing practice known as "passing the trash," where schools allow teachers accused of predatory behavior—such as grooming, inappropriate touching, or sexual comments toward students—to resign quietly without reporting to authorities or documenting issues in their records. Often, these educators receive neutral or even positive references, enabling them to move to new districts or states and continue endangering children. Drawing on court documents, survivor accounts, news reports, and verified statistics, this episode introduces the series by highlighting the most shocking cases and the systemic failures that allow them to persist. We cover cases like Andrew McGann, whose alleged favoritism toward young girls went unreported as he moved across states, culminating in a 2025 double murder; Gary Gregor's decades-long abuse spree across Utah, Montana, and New Mexico, ending in a 2022 conviction for child rape; and Jon White's horrific acts in Illinois, feeding semen-laced snacks to second-graders after a misleading reference. From impregnating a teen in California's elite schools to recent 2024-2025 cases involving cheer coaches and Scientology-linked cover-ups, the allegations are staggering: molestation, rape, and even murder tied to unchecked escalation. Why does this happen? Schools prioritize avoiding lawsuits, union pressures protect teachers, and administrators choose silence to preserve reputations. The impact is devastating: 10% of K-12 students face misconduct (Shakeshaft 2004), with Texas logging 4,300 unreported educator exits since 2017 against 2,500 charges. Victims suffer lifelong PTSD, while districts like LAUSD pay out $1.4 billion in settlements. Reforms like Texas' SB 571 and New Jersey's hush bans offer hope, but gaps remain. This teaser breaks down what happened, why it matters, and how to fight back with advocacy and awareness. On X, #EndPassingTheTrash is gaining traction. Listen, share, and join the movement—kids' safety depends on it! (Word count: 324) Hashtags: #ClassroomCoverup #PassingTheTrash #SchoolPredators #TrueCrimePodcast #ProtectOurKids #EducatorAbuse #SchoolScandals #MandatoryReporting #StopTheShuffle #VictimJustice Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

 Why are some groups upset about LAUSD's new $18.8 billion budget? Teachers are frustrated over the lack of future raises, and activists oppose continued funding for school police instead of more educational staff. Although a few demands were met, major disputes over salaries and policing remain unresolved. 

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As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids ramp up across California, so have reports of family members — and sometimes students themselves — being detained or deported. Listen to how immigration enforcement is affecting families, how teachers are stepping up to help, and what school staff need to keep in mind. Guests: Rosa and Miguel Lopez, Parents fighting deportation Laura Brown, Special education teacher, Granada High School, Livermore Betty Márquez Rosales, Reporter, EdSource Read more from EdSource: Trauma, upheaval, fear: Students and families caught in the crosshairs of immigration enforcement LAUSD condemns immigration raids as one unfolds next to a school ‘Happy, but tense': LAUSD graduations continue safely amid regional ICE activity What rights do immigrant students and families have in California schools and colleges? | Quick Guide Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald. Subscribe: Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube

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

The Los Angeles Dodgers will donate $1 million to supporters of illegal immigration. The Ninth Circuit halts Attorney General Rob Bonta's effort to limit gun purchases to one per month. California can't kick its foreign-oil addiction. Bonus! Dr. Kurt Miceli explains Do No Harm's lawsuit alleging that UCLA's medical school rejects highly qualified Asian and white students in favor of less-qualified applicants. Music by Metalachi.Email Us:dbahnsen@thebahnsengroup.comwill@calpolicycenter.orgFollow Us:@DavidBahnsen@WillSwaim@TheRadioFreeCAShow Notes:On War Powers, Nancy Pelosi Is a Ridiculous HackVice President JD Vance rips Newsom, Bass and mocks Padilla during visit to Los AngelesCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom challenges Vice President JD Vance to debate: 'How about saying it to my face?'The Dodgers were about to break their silence on Trump's immigration crackdown. Then federal agents showed upTrump suggests farmers may get to keep undocumented workers after all9th Circuit affirms San Diego judge's ruling that California's ‘one-gun-a-month' law is unconstitutionalCalifornia is to examine its Amazon oil ties following pleas from Indigenous leaders from EcuadorTurlock story (under headline on Iranian reaction to Israel war) LAUSD agrees to fund $500 million to settle sexual assault lawsuitsLong Beach City Council votes to mandate more staffing at self-checkout lanesKurt Miceli, Do No Harm: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine: Lawsuit: UCLA used race in rejecting highly qualified Asian, white students over less-qualified applicants

Pasadena protesters hit the streets to denounce ICE arrests. There's justice for taxpayers in the aftermath of the Andrew Do scandal. And now that the school year is over, the verdict seems to be in on L-A Unified cell phone ban. 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

Today on AirTalk, a split in Republican outlook on US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict; a new bill aims to ban local and state law enforcement from wearing face masks; how a UCLA psychologist inspired Netflix's hit series 'Love on the Spectrum'; an update on the LAUSD cell phone ban; how LAUSD authorized the use of $500 million dollars to settle past sexual abuse claims and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk Republicans split over US involvement in Iran (00:15) New CA bill to bar police from wearing face masks (10:50) How a UCLA psychologist inspired 'Love on the Spectrum' (28:46) Update on LAUSD cell phone ban (50:21) $500 million LAUSD sexual abuse claims (1:15:09) TV Talk (1:27:25)

(June 17,2025)Big changes are coming to Disneyland: ‘Monsters' is out, ‘Avatar' is in. Disney rides have come and gone. Faced with paying hundreds of sex abuse claims, LAUSD authorizes up to $500MIL in bonds.

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The White House’s immigration crackdown, the protests, the mobilization of the National Guard and Marines have all reignited the personal feud between President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom, and the White House versus California. LAUSD officials are deploying school police to create "perimeters of safety” around graduation ceremonies and campuses where federal immigration agents have been detected.  ICE is looking to spend as much as $45 billion on private prisons and related infrastructure over the next two years. Border czar Tom Homan says he wants 100,000 detention beds. Kenny Scharf has painted mischievous-looking cartoons on about 300 cars, most of them in LA. He talks about making art accessible, plus his relationships with Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Andy Warhol. 

The White House's immigration crackdown, the protests, the mobilization of the National Guard and Marines have all reignited the personal feud between President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom, and the White House versus California. LAUSD officials are deploying school police to create "perimeters of safety” around graduation ceremonies and campuses where federal immigration agents have been detected.  ICE is looking to spend as much as $45 billion on private prisons and related infrastructure over the next two years. Border czar Tom Homan says he wants 100,000 detention beds. Kenny Scharf has painted mischievous-looking cartoons on about 300 cars, most of them in LA. He talks about making art accessible, plus his relationships with Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Andy Warhol. 

The Marines are making their way to LA. Senators demand answers over the arrest of a union leader. LA Unified School District is on the lookout for ICE agents on its last day of school. 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

The Los Angeles Unified School District created its own 457(b) plan, and it's excellent. It has won not one, but two awards. We speak with two members of the LAUSD Retirement Investment Advisory Committee who were and are instrumental to its success.   LAUSD 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Fund Lineup Learned by Being Burned (short pod series about K-12 403(b) issues) 403bwise.org Meridian Wealth Management Nothing presented or discussed is to be construed as investment or tax advice. This can be secured from a vetted Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). 

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at the heatwave coming to Southern California that's going to be so hot it has the potential to put people in the hospital…PLUS – Thoughts on a new study that reveals “LAUSD students don't feel safe riding L.A. Metro” AND the Delta flight inbound to Loa Angeles that had to be diverted due to a dog experiencing a medical emergency - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

News Whip: California home prices hit a new record high. Spain Orders Airbnb to Take Down 66,000 Rental Listings. Partially popped corn nuts. Irvine 2nd best parks in the NATION! // Queen Mary summer series! // Westwood residents fed up! Residents have seen public urination, drug activity, intruders climbing over fences and breaking into the home, squatters, possible prostitution and massive piles of garbage outside the property. Neighbors outraged as L.A. ‘Hell house' #Westwood #Prostitution #viral // Group calling on LAUSD board to bring police back on campuses. Student at Valenica H.S. arrested in connection to explosion in Plum Canyon. Investigation into Palisades fire that it may have been started by reignited ember. #PalisadesFire #Fireworks #LAUSD #Campuspolice #RefundPolice  

The L.A. County Department of Public Health is offering free soil testing downwind of the Eaton Fire. Updated toilet training requirements are changing the game for LAUSD preschools. The last elephants at the L.A. Zoo have now been moved to Tulsa. 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

Show Summary:In this episode, Natasha chats with UCLA researchers Dr. Jean Ryoo and Dr. Jane Margolis—leaders on the frontlines of broadening K–12 computer science education. Their research inspired Power On!, a graphic novel that follows four high school students confronting technology's harmful impact, urging young readers to evolve into critical creators rather than passive users. Dr. Ryoo champions culturally responsive computing by amplifying minoritized student voices, while Dr. Margolis—an advocate for equity since 1994 and a White House Champion of Change honoree—brings decades of experience to the conversation. Tune in for a dynamic discussion on empowering students to thoughtfully navigate and shape the future of technology.About Dr. Ryoo: Dr. Jean Ryoo is the Director of Research at UCLA's Computer Science Equity Project, championing equity in STEM by amplifying minoritized voices. Her work transforms research into action—highlighted by Power On!, a graphic novel published by MIT Press—and she collaborates with initiatives like Girls Who Code and the Exploratorium's Tinkering Studio. An AERA Jan Hawkins Early Career Award honoree with support from NSF, the Gates Foundation, and others, she earned her Ph.D. from UCLA, her Master's in Teaching from Hawai'i, and her Bachelor's from Harvard.About Dr. Margolis: Dr. Jane Margolis is a transformative leader in equitable computer science education. As a Senior Researcher Emerita at UCLA, she's been challenging the status quo since 1994 by championing the inclusion of women and students of color. Co-author of Power On! and the groundbreaking texts Unlocking the Clubhouse and Stuck in the Shallow End, she helped launch the UCLA CS Equity Project and build a lasting partnership with LAUSD. Named a White House Champion of Change in 2016, Margolis's work continues to redefine who gets to shape our digital future.Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes180. The Secret to Loving Math ft. Nichole Austion of the National Math and Science Initiative178. Getting Kids to Think164. STEM Overload: A STEM Space Q&AVivify STEM Blog PostsHow to Host a Debate in Your Science Classroom10 Simple Summer STEM ActivitiesEngineer a New Fruit! Genetics STEM Lab ActivityVivify STEM LessonsFREE! - Grocery Store STEM Scavenger HuntManipulating Genetics: GMO STEM Unit + Classroom Debate (5E Model)Other STEM ResourcesNGS MagnifiedScience in the Wild: 52 Fun Projects and Activities to Explore, Discover, and Learn from Nature | Book by Dr. Erica ColónThe STEM Space at Home Series | Vivify YouTubeAccess 200+ STEM Lessons when you become a member of The STEM Space!THE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE

The Supreme Court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. The White House is asserting its power to say “no.”  Immigration agents visited two South LA schools recently, looking for five students they said were undocumented. School officials turned them away in a test of LAUSD’s policy of noncooperation with ICE. An autocracy journalist discusses the rise of authoritarianism in Hungary and sees parallels in some recent actions by the Trump administration. In the 1970s and 80s, Jeff Bridges recorded songs with his childhood buddies in his West LA neighborhood. Now those songs are in the new album “Slow Magic, 1977-1978.”

 George Lee Jr., an LA elementary school teacher, shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Koreatown to becoming an influential educator. He discusses the importance of mentorship, understanding students' backgrounds, and the impact of education on personal development. George emphasizes the need for teachers to connect with their students beyond academics and to create a safe and supportive environment. He also shares memorable teaching experiences, his daily routine, and advice for aspiring educators, highlighting the significance of digital literacy in today's educational landscape.Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Background(10:03) Upbringing in Koreatown(20:07) School Experiences and Challenges(27:12) The Impact of Trauma on Learning(30:17) The Role of Teachers as Mentors(32:44) Building Relationships with Students(35:07) Creating Opportunities Beyond the Classroom(41:24) Becoming the Teacher You Never Had(46:38) The Responsibility of Educators in Underserved Communities(54:43) Memorable Teaching Experiences(57:09) Cultural Relevance in Curriculum(01:00:26) Advocacy for Students(01:01:38) Advice for Aspiring Educators(01:07:56) Daily Life of a Teacher(01:15:48) Recognition and Impact in Teaching

LAUSD confirms that federal agents were denied entry to two elementary schools this week — we bring you the details. LA is facing its first lawsuit over a voter-approved transportation safety initiative. The Academy's adding a new category. 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

Homeland Security agents were turned away while trying to enter two South L.A. elementary schools without warrants. Big changes are coming to PCH – but are they really enough to improve safety? And more than 100 girls got the prom dresses of their dreams with the help of a local charity. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.

Hollywood could be caught in the crossfires of President Trump's trade war. A new land acknowledgement that some indigenous people say is long overdue. Lebron gets a Barbie-inspired makeover. 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

Send us a textBrent Bushnell is an entrepreneur and engineer focused on experiences for entertainment and learning. He's the founder of Two Bit Circus, a live entertainment company that builds and exhibits all-ages, social attractions. He's chairman of the non-profit Two Bit Foundation which uses games and play to inspire students about invention. Brent is a Sir Edmund Hillary Fellow, a supporter of Clowns Without Borders and publishes on social media @brentbushnell.

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – An intervention for Mark with the hopes of getting him to stop issuing “Rahners” on the road…PLUS – A look at all the ways in-which students are getting around the LAUSD cellphone ban AND thoughts on the increase in the Southern California fire danger zone – on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

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

Twenty-one DOGE staffers resigned this week, citing the agency's meddling in the federal government. Meanwhile, top DOGE Elon Musk was brandishing a chainsaw onstage at CPAC. And closer to home, a new armed-driver app purports to be “Uber with guns.” Jon and Max sift through it all, translate Musk's claim that, “I am become meme,” and debate whether he intends to train Grok on the private data he's stolen. But it's not all bad news! AI is warpspeeding disease research, and has even discovered an antibiotic that seems to be effective against drug-resistant bacteria. And LA Public schools are doing their own version of the Offline Challenge, with a new cellphone ban being rolled out in classrooms across the district.

Notes and Links to Raúl Perez's Work   Raul Pérez is an Associate Professor of Sociology at University of La Verne. He is also the author of The Souls of White Jokes: How Racist Humor Fuels White Supremacy (Stanford University Press, 2022).    Buy The Souls of White Jokes   Raul Perez's University of LaVerne Website   Book Review from Oxford Review: The Souls of White Jokes     At about 1:50, Raúl talks about his early language and reading journeys At about 5:15, Raúl notes the greatness and importance and multi-generational pull of LAUSD's coffee cake for the Perez family At about 6:40, Raúl details his high school academic journey and some early inspiring reads-shout out, Mr. Taylor!  At about 9:05, Raúl talks about how college social scene readings and class discussions and formative and transformative professors changed his mindset  At about 12:45, Raúl shouts out Netflix's Mo as a really “engaging…springboard for discussion” At about 16:45, Raúl responds to Pete's questions about how humor and its study made its way into his reading and scholarship At about 23:00, Raúl talks about seeds for his writing about humor and race and graduate school goals At about 24:45, Raúl responds to Pete's question about being able to watch comedy without analyzing it At about 25:50, Raúl recounts stories of his experience taking an ethnography class of humor/standup comedy, including the ways in which race and racism affects standup comedy   At about 27:50, Pete asks Raúl what he might do if he had a few minutes to do standup, and Raúl talks about racialized humor foisted upon him and others in a previous standup class At about 32:00, Raúl reflects on comedians who successfully put in the work and “exercis[e] the funny bone” and “find the funny in everything” At about 33:50, The two reflect on Dave Chappelle's work and he and Bill Burr and others and how they deal with difficult/traumatic “material” At about 38:00, Raúl and Pete talk about terminology n hs book and Raúl expands on his choice to avoid using the infamous hateful epithet  At about 40:50, Raúl talks about racism “behind-the-scenes” among police officers, sometimes with officers of color targeting Black officers At about 42:15, Raúl talks about Latinos and Mexicans and conversations about anti-Blackness and Afro-Latinos role in these discussions  At about 44:35, Raúl talks about “cancelled” humor and skits on Saturday Night Live, including a legendary skit with Richard Pryor and Chevy Chase, and a pendulum effect with racial and racist humor At about 49:00, Raúl segues into talking about Tom Metzger and WAR's racist cartoons and Raúl's book censoring racist language  At about 50:40, Pete outlines the book's chapter titles and asks Raúl about licensing of racist cartoons used in his book; Raúl expands on Metzger's and others usage  At about 54:40, Raúl details a controversial NY Post cartoon that depicted President Barack Obama At about 56:15, Raúl responds to Pete's question about connections between the racist humor towards President Obama and “whitelash” from recent years to the early years of the United States as a country, with President Trump a natural consequence  At about 1:04:25, Pete notes Raúl's coined term of “amused contempt” and states his thesis of racist humor and its “social power” At about 1:05:30, Raúl discusses the significance of the book's title and connections to W.E. DuBois' famous The Souls of White Folk At about 1:10:10, Raúl reflects on the significance of minstrel and its racist legacy and ideas of shared humor at the “expensive of the racialized group” At about 1:12:20, Pete recounts the book's opening with the story of Cleon Brown and compliments Raúl's tracing such a long history with the book At about 1:15:00, Raúl talks about how sees Trump's upcoming presidency and its connections to racist “humor” and how he is an avatar for those who have tired of “wokeism” At about 1:17:00, Raúl expands on Trump 2.0 and those like Elon Musk who use meme culture and racist/”anti-PC” culture to ”weaponize humor” At about 1:21:10, Raúl gives background on the study of “disparagement humor” and its effects, as studied by Thomas E. Ford  At about 1:24:00, Raúl talks about future writing subjects, including the “weaponization of humor in warfare,” like with the IDF in Gaza    You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. This week, his conversation with Episode 265 guest Carvell Wallace is up on the website. A big thanks to Rachel León and Michael Welch at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, his DIY podcast and his extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode will feature an exploration of the wonderful poetry of Khalil Gibran. Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.    This is a passion project of Pete's, a DIY operation, and he'd love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 274 with Annell López, winner of Louise Meriwether First Book Prize and the author of the short story collection I'LL GIVE YOU A REASON. She is a Peter Taylor Fellow at Kenyon Review Writers Workshops, and her work has appeared in American Short Fiction, Michigan Quarterly Review, and Refinery29, among others. The episode airs on March 4.

Germans head to the polls Sunday at a time of increasing popularity for far-right politicians and Europe at a crossroads over Ukraine.  Trump wants to stop funding schools with diversity initiatives. LAUSD officials fear losing more than a billion dollars in federal funding. Critics review the latest film releases: “Old Guy,” “The Monkey,” “Picnic at Hanging Rock,” “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.” Two foods that are fun to make and satisfying to eat: onigiri (Japanese rice balls) and spring rolls. Both involve steamed rice wrapped in seaweed sheets or rice paper, and a wide variety of fillings.  The Museum of Jurassic Technology has recreated a meditative space from medieval Andalusia as part of the Getty’s region-wide PST Art event. 

Guest: Alex Stone on the growing number of school districts and states are coming up with rules and laws banning cell phones during the school day.  LAUSD, the second largest district in the country with around 785 schools and nearly 500,000 students, are now implementing its cell phone ban. // Delta plane crash survivor details his experience from the accident in Toronto. // Paul Pelosi has a kidney transplant, thanks to his daughter. // Residents physically blocking debris trucks this morning in Calabasas landfill/ The Office star, Mindy Kaling who plays Kelly Kapoor gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame/ Grocery Outlet in Altadena to reopen for first time since Eaton Fire. 

ICYMI: Hour Two of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at where SoCal lands on the list of “the best beaches in America” … PLUS – Thoughts on the new California law aimed at curbing fraternity hazing practices known as “Tyler's Law,” named after Tyler Hilliard, a former UC Riverside student that died after being hazed by members of his fraternity AND an update on LAUSD's “cellphone ban” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

Today on AirTalk, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, slams President Trump for his comments on Russia negotiations, accusing him of spreading disinformation about the conflict. Trump has given U.S. schools 14 days to end DEI programs or risk losing federal funding. How are LAUSD schools handling the ultimatum? The California Latino Legislative Caucus has historically been made up of Democrats. As CA politics change, is it time to admit GOP members? We're taking a look at how the California agriculture industry may be affected by Trump's second term trade decisions. L.A. breakfast and brunch restaurants are making a killing. How will their business be affected by egg prices? Today on AirTalk: Zelenskyy slams Trump for Russia conflict disinformation (0:15) Countdown to end DEI in schools or risk federal funding (20:12) Should the CA Latino Caucus admit GOP members? (34:01) Four-year CA agriculture forecast (51:31) L.A. breakfast spots face steep egg prices (1:23:21)

(Tuesday 02/18/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Topics include: yesterday's Delta plane crash at Toronto Pearson airport, Russian and US officials meet in Saudi Arabia to talk about an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, LAUSD cellphone ban goes into effect today, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco enters the CA Governor's race, Israel is set to receive the remains of 4 hostages, The Social Security head steps down over DOGE access concerns, and pressure is increasing on Governor Hochul to push for Mayor Eric Adams to resign his office. 

Today on AirTalk, what do students and parents need to know about the Los Angeles Unified School District cellphone ban and how has rollout been on the first day of implementation? Location sharing has become very popular in relationships. What do you think, is it a must for trust or a violation of privacy? We're also looking back at the biggest weather events in SoCal history. For today's Tripleplay, we're talking season outlooks from the Dodger's spring training. The author of a new book on Dodger's legend, Don Drysdale, joins us for a preview. Today on AirTalk: LAUSD cellphone ban begins today (0:15) The pleasures and pitfalls of location sharing with partners (30:08) SoCal History: Major weather events (51:01) Tripleplay: Dodgers Spring Training season outlooks (1:09:56) New book on the legacy of Dodger Legend Don Drysdale (1:25:30)

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at the latest passenger plane crash juxtaposed against the decision to fire hundreds of FAA workers by the Trump administration AND Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco's entry into the 2026 California Governor race…PLUS – Thoughts on practicality of the LAUSD cellphone ban - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

(February 12, 2025)LAUSD is accused of misusing millions meant for arts instruction. The switcheroo that left Kanye West advertise swastika shirts during the Super Bowl. Amid Trump's tariff threats, Canadians boycott all things American. Disabled Disneyland visitor sues over new, stricter DAS pass.