What The Hal? is a podcast where we talk in depth with newsmakers and public figures on significant topics that are relevant to our Los Angeles audience. This podcast is a more intimate conversation with the guests that appear on the FOX 11 News In Depth show that airs Sunday mornings on FOX 11.
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Hal Eisner is joined by Congressman Brad Sherman to talk about the impact of the dispute over raising the U.S. debt ceiling. Hal also speaks to dog trainer Larua Nativo and Lindsey Wolko, the founder of the Center for Pet Safety about ways to keep our pets safe.
Hal Eisner is joined by songwriter Diane Warren, who has been nominated for an Oscar for best song for the 14th time. Then, Amanda Salas and Jenn Lahmers join Hal to talk about their picks for the Oscars.
Hal Eisner speaks with Dr. Shaun Hussain, an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at UCLA. Then he's joined by Francesca Calloway, whose daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy shortly after birth. Hal also speaks with Dr. Laura Lubbers, the Chief Scientific Officer for the organization "CURE Epilepsy."
Hal visits Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum at the Compton/Woodley Airport, which serves as both a display of Black aerial history, but also as a classroom for training in aeronautics and other STEM subjects.
Hal Eisner is joined by Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger to talk about the firearm and ammunition restrictions passed by the Board this week and what impact they might have on violent crime in L.A. County.
Hal Eisner is joined by pulmonologist Martin Schlusselberg, M.D, Long COVID sufferer Joey Jones, and Survivor Corps founder Diana Guthe to talk about the mysterious ailment known as "Long COVID."
Hal Eisner is joined by Christina Yang, the general counsel and pro bono director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice in Southern California. She talks about how the Monterey Park community is coping with the impact of this mass shooting.
This week, Hal Eisner is joined by Joanna Linkchorst, the President of Friends of Rockhaven.
Hal talks with teachers and students about the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning, as well as the CEO of a software company aimed at tutoring children.
Marla Tellez fills in for Hal Eisner. She is joined by Attorney Ugo Lord to discuss some of California’s new laws for 2023.
The holiday season is upon us, a season of cheer, gift-giving, and time spent with family. But this year, threats lurk around every corner. This week on “FOX 11 News In Depth,” Hal Eisner explores the best ways to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
Hal Eisner looks back at the positive stories covered by "In Depth" over the past year and shares some good news for the holiday season.
Hal is joined by family members of young people who have died from fentanyl. They share their emotional stories of how the synthetic opioid took their lives.
Hal is joined by Scott Keyes, the founder of ScottsCheapFlights.com to discuss travel during the upcoming holiday season. Also, the two discuss whether business travel is keeping pace with vacation travel.
Hal talks with local experts about the mental health of young people after a new study revealed the mental health of kids as young as 13 has taken a serious hit since the start of the pandemic. Also, hear from a teen mental health expert and advocate who runs the Wellness Department at Geffen Academy at UCLA.
Hal talks about all things Halloween fun for the entire family. Special guests include 'Descanso Gardens' director Somer Sherwood-White and David Markland, the creator of Cemetery Lane. Plus, illusionist David Carlo performs a couple of tricks for Hal.
In this week's episode, Hal talks with local leaders about propositions on the November ballot, Hurricane Ian and LA Red Cross volunteers whose mission it is to assist in many ways.
Hal looks into two of the most talked-about propositions on the November ballot and how they could change gambling in California.
Hal discusses how Southern California prepares for fire season, the health effects of living near fire areas, and more.
Hal is joined by Return Home CEO Micah Truman to talk about human composting. Then, Pisces Aquamation CEO Christopher Taktak talks to Hal about the Aquamation process. Also, Celestis CEO Charles Chafer joins Hal to talk about the company which launches ashes, DNA or other mementos into space.
Hal is joined by Dr. Ziva Cooper to talk about the UCLA Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoids. Also, Hal speaks to Lauren Fontein, the founder of The Artist Tree Studio Lounge.
Hal is joined by Author Mimi Slawoff, who wrote the book "Oldest Los Angeles." They discuss some of LA's oldest treasured spaces such as the oldest sanitarium and the oldest pharmacy in LA County.
Hal is joined by filmmaker Zoey Tur and CalFire Battalion Chief Isaac Sanchez to discuss Tur’s upcoming documentary on the 2020 August Complex fire in Northern California and the lightning storm that sparked it. Then, KTTV Meteorologist Rick Dickert talks with Hal about the causes and types of lightning. Also, Dr. Meg Haworth joins Hal to talk about her personal experience as a lightning strike victim.
Alan Collinge, the founder of Student Loan Justice, joins Hal to talk about the growing problem of student loans in the U.S. Then, Lisa Ansell with the USC Casden Institute alks to Hal about the impact of student loans on California students. Finally, hear from Dr. Liz Maines, a psychotherapist who finds herself crippled by student loan debt.
Hal is joined by UCLA Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Matt Waxman to talk about Monkeypox. Then, Dr. Gregory Sorensen, Founder and CEO of DeepHealth Radnet, Inc. joins Hal to talk about new Artificial Intelligence software that helps doctors read screening images more accurately and identify abnormalities more effectively. Also, Todd Bernhardt, Senior Director of Global Communications for International Medical Corps, describes what the situation is like on the ground in Ukraine.
Hal is joined by Peter Beck, the CEO of Long Beach based Rocket Lab. They talk about how the recent “space race” is affecting Southern California, which used to be the base of the aerospace industry during the boomtimes of the 1940’s thorough the 1970’s. Also, Dr. Tiffany Kataria, with Exoplanet Discovery and Science at JPL joins Hal to talk about the recent images sent from the James Webb telescope back to Earth.
Hal is joined by Dr. Anthony Cardillo, the CEO and owner of the Mend Urgent Care Centers. He and Hal discuss Hal’s bout with COVID-19. Also, Dr. Cardillo is back with Hal to talk about some of the new vaccines and treatments for COVID-19. Then, Dr. Abbas Ardehali, the Director of the UCLA Heart, Lung Transplant Program joins Hal to talk about the impact the pandemic has had on transplantation.
Bob DeCastro guest hosts for Hal. Joining him is Cat Darst, an Assistant Field Supervisor for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Ventura, and Antonio Sanchez, with the Santa Monica Mountains Fund. Also, Christina Angeles with the Regional Park and Open Space District joins Bob to talk about Measure A. Then, Mercy Santoro, the Deputy Director of L.A. County Department of Parks and Recreation joins Bob to discuss the programs that are available at County parks this summer.
Marla Tellez guest hosts for Hal. She is joined by Los Angeles ' first-ever City Heat Officer Marta Segura. Then, California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday joins Marla to talk about the open applications for California Climate Action Corps. Also, hear from pediatrician Dr. Lauren Crosby on how to keep kids safe during dangerous heat waves.
In this week's In Depth, Marla Tellez guest hosts for Hal. She talks with experts about travel woes amid the summer vacation season.
