KCRW's Which Way, LA?
Summary: Award-winning moderator Warren Olney leads lively. thoughtful and provocative discussion on the issues Southern Californians care about. Which Way. L.A.? draws from newsmakers around Los Angeles, the state, North America, and from around the world to present all sides of the issues.
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Podcasts:
There's been oil drilling in LA for more than 100 years. Fracking could make some inactive ones gush again. We hear the pros and cons of a proposed ban or a moratorium.
In a eight-year period, California lost 11% of its jobs in film and TV, while New York gained 25%. We have the latest on runaway production.
Superintendent Deasy called their record of improving student performance " unassailable." But the LA School Board voted to close two charter schools anyway.
Coke, Pepsi and other beverage companies are fighting a proposed mandate in California for labels warning that sugary soft drinks increase the risk of childhood obesity.
Boosters of growth in Hollywood have suffered a setback, while opponents of increased density have scored a victory. This time, it's not all about earthquake faults.
State policy requires a transition to renewables, but frustrated local homeowners accuse utilities of dragging their feet because alternative power costs them money.
Five LA City Council members want workers at hotels near LAX paid more than $15 an hour -- the highest minimum wage in the nation. We hear the pros and cons.
A federal appellate court says California's law against openly carrying guns in public has an unintended consequence. The case could be on its way to the Supreme Court.
Pete Wilson joins two other former Governors supporting a November ballot initiative to speed up executions in California. We hear the arguments on both sides.
Since his surprise resignation, candidates have been lining up to replace Congressman Henry Waxman. We hear from Democrats Ted Lieu and Wendy Greuel.
A new state law says that chefs must wear disposable gloves each time they touch raw food. Despite the risk of food-borne illness, is this a case of over-protection?
Will LA's Wilshire Grand Tower be the tallest building in the western United States?
With LA facing a $250 million deficit, Mayor Garcetti wants to get rid of the business tax. Also, LA is replacing street lamps with LED bulbs to save energy and money.
A trial in Los Angeles could make it easier to fire incompetent teachers. Also, why do we care if elected officials don't live in the districts they represent?
Gentrification and commercialization of Venice Beach have led to a culture clash. Is its laid-back culture of tolerance still alive or is it a thing of the past?
