Palos Verdes Pulse Podcast

Education on the Palos Verdes Peninsula and throughout the South Bay goes far beyond the classroom. It’s a vibrant ecosystem of teachers, artists, scientists, and community organizations working together to inspire the next generation.

In this episode, we explore how Palos Verdes Pulse highlights the programs and people shaping opportunities for young minds across the region. From student art competitions and creative studios to inn...

In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Lianne La Reine, the creator and Editor-in-Chief of Palos Verdes Pulse. Driven by a desire to preserve the rich history and unique beauty of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Lianne launched this award-winning, carbon-neutral digital lifestyle publication to uplift and authentically represent her community.  

We will dive into how she built a collaborative platform featuring over 140 es...

Food tells the story of a community—and on the Palos Verdes Peninsula and across the South Bay, those stories are rich with tradition, family, and flavor.

In this episode, we explore how Palos Verdes Pulse celebrates the region’s vibrant dining scene by spotlighting beloved restaurants, culinary traditions, and the people behind them. From multi-generational family establishments like Gaetano’s Restaurant, marking more than three de...

We’re excited to announce the launch of the Palos Verdes Pulse Podcast—a new audio companion to the Peninsula’s premier digital lifestyle magazine.

For years, Palos Verdes Pulse has shared the stories that define our extraordinary coastal community. Now, those stories are coming to life in a whole new way.

The podcast will explore the people, places, and ideas shaping the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the greater South Bay—from the regi...

The South Bay of Los Angeles contains more than a breathtaking stretch of coastline—it’s a living ecosystem filled with rare wildlife, fragile habitats, and remarkable seasonal wonders.
 
 In this episode, we explore how Palos Verdes Pulse helps educate and inspire the community to better understand and protect the Peninsula’s unique natural environment. As the Premier Peninsula Publication, the Pulse regularly highlights e...

At the heart of every thriving community are the people and organizations working quietly behind the scenes to make a difference.

In this episode, we explore how Palos Verdes Pulse serves as a central platform for the Peninsula and South Bay—shining a spotlight on more than 60 local philanthropies that strengthen the fabric of our community.

From environmental advocates like Paddle Out Plastic, to humanitarian organizations such as t...

For more than a century, the dramatic cliffs and sweeping ocean views of the Palos Verdes Peninsula have quietly played a starring role in Hollywood history.

In this episode, we explore the magical connection between the Peninsula’s breathtaking landscape and the silver screen. From the early silent film era of Mary Pickford and Dolores del Río to modern blockbusters like Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, filmm...

Perched high above the Pacific, the Palos Verdes Peninsula is more than breathtaking coastline—it’s a showcase of architectural vision.

In this episode, we explore the articles on Palos Verdes Pulse that feature the designers who shaped the Peninsula’s distinctive character. From trailblazing architect Paul Revere Williams, who overcame racial barriers to create elegant homes and neighborhoods, to Lloyd Wright’s iconic glass-walled ...

This podcast explores the rich history and enduring legacy of the Point Vicente Lighthouse on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Celebrating it's 100 year anniversary, the podcast talks about its 1926 origins, its service during World War II, and its surprising Hollywood cameos in productions like Wonder Woman, Pearl Harbor, and Dunkirk. It dives into local lore, such as the mysterious "Lady of the Light" ghost, while highl...