About this episode

The episode discusses immigration enforcement in LA, the aftermath of the Lineage fire, and reflections on the World Cup.

Alissa, Oscar, and guest co-host Rudy Espinoza discuss accelerating immigration enforcement activity in LA as ICE murders three people in one week nationwide. Then, how an unbearable stench, rats, flies, and extreme heat are impacting the Lineage fire aftermath. And as the 39-day tournament ends, reflections on what LA got wrong and right with the World Cup.

People in this episode

Hosts: Alissa, Oscar

Guest: Rudy Espinoza

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ICE

Places: LA, Lineage

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