LA fires: Toxic waste disposal, rebuilding considerations

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

LA fires: Toxic waste disposal, rebuilding considerations

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Published on Jan 30, 2025, 5:42:24 PM
Total time: 00:50:34

Episode Description

The EPA designated two locations for sorting and processing locations for hazardous debris from the Palisades and Eaton Fires. Residents in both areas are concerned. 

We must rethink city planning and development following the LA fires, says UCLA Professor Alex Hall, who advises building homes away from wildlands.

Critics review the latest film releases: “Dog Man,” “Companion,” “Love Me,” and “Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story.”

Eat out to support restaurants that lost business due to the Palisades Fire. Evan Kleiman shares recommendations for west side eateries participating in DineLA, which is happening now.

Using film, models, music, and costumes, artist and futurist Liam Young envisions a world where everyone on earth lives together in a single city. 

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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.