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Desert Oracle Radio is a weekly road trip through the weird American desert from the publisher of Desert Oracle, the pocket-sized field guide published in Joshua Tree, California. Hear tales of mysterious lights, missing tourists, lost mines, venomous creatures, weird history and weirder people. Hosted by editor Ken Layne and featuring a cast of intriguing mystics, oddballs, scientists and artists, Desert Oracle Radio is your soundtrack for a desert night. The program is broadcast on Friday ...
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Mojave Desert Tracks

Mojave National Preserve

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Singing sand dunes, volcanic cinder cones, and the world’s largest and densest Joshua tree forest are just a few highlights of this 1.6 million-acre national parkland. Visitors to Mojave’s canyons, mountains, and mesas will encounter thousands of years of history, profound solitude, and truly dark night skies. Join the National Park Service and Partners as we explore Mojave in this series of audio and video programs from and about this special place.
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Welcome to Locations Unknown, a podcast that dives into the mysteries of America's wilderness. Join hosts Mike & Joe as they explore the stories of those who have vanished without a trace in some of the country's most remote and treacherous landscapes. Each episode, we uncover the details of these disappearances, examine the investigations that followed, and discuss theories about what might have happened. From national parks to remote deserts, our journey takes you to the heart of the unkno ...
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Meet our narrators, Donovan Smith and Ian Chadwick, as they explore some of the park's unique and special resources through interviews with experts in the field. The episodes cover various topics, from night skies to wildlife and so much more. The podcast's title, "Where Two Deserts Meet," refers to the transition zone between the Colorado and the Mojave Deserts within Joshua Tree National Park. Listen in and explore the wonders of the deserts and ways we can help preserve them for future ge ...
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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Susanne Whatley in the morning and Nick Roman in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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Join us for the latest updates in National Park news. This episode covers the collapse of a popular double arch in Glen Canyon, the establishment of the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument, and new features on Recreation.gov for park entry bookings. You’ll also hear about recent lightning strike incidents at Horseshoe Bend, prohibited base…
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The Line Fire in San Bernardino County has grown to more than 17,000 acres. About 50,000 LADWP customers have lost power throughout the current heatwave. And maybe you've seen the autonomous Waymo e-taxis around town, but what's it like calling one? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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The National Weather Service says the end of our heatwave is in sight ... but you'll have to bear with it through Monday. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called a special session of the legislature to find a way to lower gas prices. And Shohei Ohtani is close to setting a first-ever MLB record. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…
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July 24th, 1989: The police in Hokkaido, Japan dispatched a helicopter to the Daisetsuzan National Park to search for two lost hikers that had been reported missing. The searchers rescued the two hikers but what brought them to their location in the first place is where the real mystery begins. Join us this week as we investigate the Mount Asahidak…
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It's the hottest day of the SoCal heatwave and some L.A. mountains are now under a red flag warning. Some older Angelenos looking for help to beat the heat can get free portable air conditioning units next week. Some dinner inspiration for this hot weather. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…
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A heatwave is already bringing dangerous temperatures, and it's going to get worse before it gets better. How the entertainment industry is faring with TV shows production out of LA. Libby Rainey explains why video game performers are out on strike. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Extreme heat has triggered a fire weather watch for L.A .county mountains -- is your to go-bag ready in case of a wildfire? Former slave turned prominent L.A. landowner Biddy Mason gets her flowers. The latest efforts to get lead out of tap water in Watts. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…
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Orange County cuts ties with a nonprofit after an audit shows they failed to properly supervise mental health staff. Huntington Beach City Council calls for Supervisor Do to resign. An overview of the LAUSD school board races. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: http…
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Get ready for excessive heat over the next few days as dangerous heatwave raises temps to the 100s. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency yesterday in the city of Rancho Palos Verdes as hundreds of homes are without power. LAist's latest season of Imperfect Paradise dives into L.A. District Attorney George Gascón's reelection bid. Plus more…
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Some 250 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes lack power due to land movement. First OC city to vote on whether to call for embattled supervisor to resign. Correspondent Frank Stoltze explains a measure to create an independent redistricting commission. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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Nearly 250 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes are now without power or will soon see power turned off. LA City council is cracking down on copper wire thieves in the Southland. Have you ever wanted to own a piece of Game of Thrones history? Soon you could. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Land movement in a part of Rancho Palos Verdes has now cut off power to hundreds of homes. As Southern California heads into another heatwave, we look at a cooler way to cook at home. Wilmington celebrates its 45th annual Labor Day parade. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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SoCal Edison shuts off power for residents in the Portugese Bend area of Rancho Palos Verdes. Better healthcare could help improve absenteeism at Southern California schools. Linda Deutsch, a veteran courts reporter for the AP, died Sunday. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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Power will be shut off at noon today in Rancho Palos Verdes due to faster land movement. Younger Asian Americans more likely to report experiencing anti-Asian discrimination than their parents and grandparents - why? We give you updates on some of the bills passed at the end of this legislative session, from initiatives on tiny homes for the unhous…
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Forest ranger, park ranger, Navy sailor, lumberjack, and cowboy — those were some of the jobs Stanley Jones worked before accidentally becoming a movie actor and composer of classic western music. PLUS: Weird Annie had a bunch of weird raven children. Deus Pascit Corvus. New sounds by RedBlueBlackSilver. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/de…
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Today on the LA Report, a new California legislature bill could require insurance providers to cover infertility diagnoses and services. Huntington Beach is prepared to fight a ban on library book bans. And teachers struggle to make the cell phone ban work. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://la…
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Some Allstate homeowners face a 30% insurance rate hike. Disgraced councilmember José Huizar was supposed to turn himself in for tax evasion & racketeering, but it was delayed. Happy hour tips from Gab Chabrán. 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…
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A federal judge wants to know what happens to millions of dollars of homelessness funding in L.A. Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu could soon get speed cameras to catch bad drivers. Seafood anyone? This Food Friday, we're taking a trip to the 626. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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From rumored Bigfoot sightings to a vanishing island, there is no shortage of mystery in the waters of Crater Lake. At 1,943 feet, the lake is the seventh deepest in the world and is best known for its sapphire blue color and astonishing size. Visitors can marvel at the massive crater formed thousands of years ago in a volcanic eruption and enjoy m…
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A federal judge expresses frustration with L.A. homelessness officials. A broken sewer line is the latest casualty of a quick-moving landslide in Rancho Palos Verdes. Shohei Ohtani bobbleheads are reselling for a pretty penny. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: http…
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L.A. is trying to figure out how to more quickly hire police officers. State lawmakers are considering a bill to crackdown on speeding drivers. Shohei Ohtani mania at Dodger Stadium last night -- did you get your bobblehead? Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https:/…
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In a survey meant to inform reparations policies, many Black Angelenos said city policies & law enforcement practices negatively impacted them. More efforts to clean up the smelly Chiquita Landfill. Board-and-care providers want a cut of Prop 1 funding. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…
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O.C. Board of Supervisors meets for the first time since FBI raided the home of embattled member Andrew Do. L.A. Mayor Bass relocated some Asian antiquities at City Hall and community leaders aren't happy. We got you covered on where to find a good happy hour. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://…
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Money used in Kevin de León's run for re-election raises eyebrows. We speak with correspondent Frank Stoltze. Orange County Supervisors met today amid calls for Andrew Do to resign. Progress on a plan to turn a former oil field into a nature preserve. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…
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There are growing calls for O.C. Supervisor Andrew Do to resign as questions remains about what happened to millions of dollars he sent to a nonprofit. L.A. is expanding a program that sends mental health professionals to some 911 calls instead of police. Britpop band Oasis says today is gonna be the day they're gonna throw it back to us. Plus more…
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Orange County supervisors Vicente Sarmiento & Katrina Foley say their colleague Andrew Do should resign immediately. Researchers want to know why brown pelicans are dying of starvation. Former head coach Pete Carroll is coming back to USC. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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It's the first day of classes at most Cal State universities, but the threat of budget cuts looms over the new start. About $1 million was supposed to go toward a Vietnam Memorial in Fountain Valley, but it's nowhere to be found. Brown pelicans are alright after a troubling spate of die-offs. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.…
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Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has spoken out for the first time since county officials sued alleging millions of dollars of tax money was misspent. A proposed state bill would designate some tribal law enforcement officers as state peace officers. And what do lawmakers leaving the state legislature have to report about their next jobs? Plus, m…
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The Orange County Democratic Party has called on Supervisor Andrew Do to resign, which follows an FBI raid earlier this week connected to an LAist investigation into misuse of county funds. The Intuit Dome might get an exception from the state to serve alcohol until 4am. And we take you to Orange County's annual "living pictures" event, the Pageant…
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We speak with reporter Nick Gerda on the raids on multiple properties connected to OC Supervisor Andrew Do and a fraud investigation. California agencies want to improve the state's response to heatwaves. An Angeleno wins a swimming race at 102. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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The FBI raided the Orange County homes of Supervisor Andrew Do and his daughter Rhiannon Do, as well as several other locations in connection with the Viet America Society yesterday. Newsom clashes with the city of Beverly Hills over the construction of a 165-unit affordable housing complex. Parts of Joshua Tree shut down due to bee activity. Suppo…
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On February 23rd 2019, after embarking on a solo 10 day trek through the Sierra Nevadas via the Sierra High Route, a 1st Division Marine with mountaineering and survival training never returned. Multiple agencies searched for more than a week but found no clues. Join us this week as we investigate the disappearance of Matthew Kraft. Learn more abou…
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Agents search the homes of OC Supervisor Andrew Do and his daughter. Details from LAist reporter Nick Gerda. CA officials say Beverly Hills "is in violation of state housing law” over an apartment building project. LAUSD looks to add school wellness centers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://l…
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A nonprofit in Watts has found some homes in the area with lead in their tap water and many residents report symptoms of exposure. Five students are suing UC Irvine, alleging they’re being given harsher punishment for leading pro-Palestine campus protests. Many court proceedings lack a written record because of a court reporter shortage. Support Th…
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Rancho Palos Verdes discovers a second, deeper landslide. We speak with reporter Makenna Sievertson. UC Irvine students sue over treatment for protesting the Gaza war on campus. We check in on new L.A. County wellness centers near schools. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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Ranchos Palos Verdes City Council votes to expand emergency plans in response to rapidly shifting land in the peninsula. A mobile pilot program for storing your California ID on your phone launches for an initial 1.5 million people. LAist Higher Education Correspondent Adolfo Guzman-Lopez gets reactions from students on the new UC anti-protest rule…
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Another nonprofit tied to OC Supervisor Andrew Do faces legal trouble. Rancho Palos Verdes says some areas are moving faster. Reporter Frank Stoltze breaks down the ballot measure to expand the LA County Board of Supervisors. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https…
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The Orange County Board of Supervisors are requesting money back from the Hand to Hand Relief Organization, a non-profit connected to Supervisor Andrew Do. A California legislature bill for new housing on the coast is being pulled by its author. New UC rules on protesting announced ahead of the arrival of students on campus. Plus, more. Support The…
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UC President Michael Drake announced updated policies for campus protests in the wake of last spring's protests against the war in Gaza. Farmers agree to get by with less water from the Colorado River. The moon will be a sight to behold tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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California now has a package of new laws to combat "smash-and-grab" robberies. Some SoCal young people are jazzed for Harris-Walz ticket as the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago. It's Hello Kitty Night at Dodger Stadium and early bird fans will get a freebie. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by …
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Long Beach reportedly plans to start sweeping encampments of unhoused people this week. More than 400,000 students have signed up to ride the L.A. Metro bus and rail system for free, according to the transit agency. And it’s now been one year since L.A. County’s guaranteed income program, Breathe, expanded to include former foster youth - we check …
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We bring you the latest on the lawsuit against a nonprofit run by Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do's daughter. Farmers in the Imperial Valley of southern California, who use the most Colorado River water of anyone, have agreed this week to cut their water use significantly in a new deal struck with the federal government. Plus, more. Support The …
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Lawmakers respond after Orange County sues a nonprofit linked to Supervisor Andrew Do's daughter. Gov. Newsom signs retail theft bills. We check in with the California Coastal Commission about public access to the coast. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://la…
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OC Supervisors want their money back from a non-profit that received $10.4 million in taxpayer dollars. Five people have been charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry. This Food Friday we bring you some of the best spots in LA to refresh with cold drinks. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …
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Long Beach says it will ticket unhoused people for sleeping in public. Five people charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry. Reporter Elly Yu on a recent law narrowing the definition of child neglect. 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…
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The way LA County teachers report suspected child abuse could change. Some Orange County supervisors want to know what happened to millions of dollars directed to a non-profit. And Covid-19 is now endemic, but it's the variants that have experts concerned. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…
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Orange County leaders ask prosecutors to look into how millions of taxpayer dollars were spent. The archdiocese announces plans to build affordable housing in L.A. We speak with reporter Mariana Dale on how parents can engage with their kids' education. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…
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