October Surprise
Episode description
Alissa and Rachel are joined by Mike Bonin, Godfrey Plata, and David Levitus to talk about all the tricks and treats on your ballot, including the key local races in next week’s election, a slew of state props, and very consequential county and city measures. Plus, some exciting changes are in store for the podcast!
"What is LACAHSA and how can it prevent homelessness?" Alissa’s Report Forward piece on the new housing authority funded by Measure A
The "more powerful offspring of Measure H”: read Hayes Davenport on Measure A (bonus: audio discussion with Scott!)
Join us for the LA Forward & LA Podcast Ballot Party in Grand Park on Sunday, November 3, 2-4PM.
Alissa’s new newsletter about LA and mega-events, Torched
What’s Next, Los Angeles? with Mike Bonin featuring interviews with George Gascon and Ysabel Jurado
"Now is the time to keep talking about policing in Los Angeles" from Mike’s newsletter
Let us know what you want to hear on the show! Follow and DM us at @thelapod and @laforward
And be sure to vote by Tuesday, November 5!
Produced by Sophie Bridges.