Lifeguards rescue thousands at CA beaches, dining solo, LAX people mover, road trip stops and more
Summary
Host Josie Huang discusses the LA Sheriff’s Civilian Oversight Commission’s six-year struggle to enforce subpoena power against the department, citing resistance from labor unions and conflicts of interest. The episode also covers dangerous beach conditions caused by Hurricane Genevieve’s swells, with experts warning about rip currents and recent rescue surges. Finally, Washington Post food critic Eleazar Sontag joins to advocate for the joys of solo dining, discussing how eating alone as a way to appreciate food and listener experiences.
Topics discussed
Sheriff's Civilian Oversight Commission subpoena disputes
Beach safety: Rip currents and large swells
The rise and experience of solo dining
LAX automated people mover delays and lawsuit
Christopher Nolan's Odyssey and classic adaptations
Roadside America: Weird attractions and road trips
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