On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with California Post senior reporter Jeremy Louwerse for a revealing conversation on the stories shaping Los Angeles and beyond. Drawing from his on-the-ground reporting, Louwerse details the increasingly organized nature of recent protests, including a violent rally in Los Angeles that led to dozens of arrests and raised serious questions about coordination and intent.
The conversation then turns to a major corruption case involving the Los Angeles school system, where an IT staffer allegedly facilitated millions in kickbacks tied to a Texas-based technology contract worth tens of millions. Louwerse breaks down how the scheme unfolded and what it says about oversight failures inside public institutions.
He also discusses the role of LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, highlighting efforts to crack down on crime and restore accountability in the region. Amanda and Jeremy also preview the high-stakes Los Angeles mayoral race, where Spencer Pratt has entered the contest against incumbent Karen Bass, setting the stage for a closely watched and unconventional political showdown.
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