Our first guest is the film maker, Janice Engel whose newest documentary is a focus on the life and times of Molly Ivins. Molly was a columnist and political commentator who made waves critiquing politicians and elected officials, with a searing whit and a good natured gfaww that made her uniquely Texan. “Raise Hell” is a remarkably good film about an extraordinary woman, whose life and times are strikingly applicable to today. Watch: youtu.be/7h9U0b8SHlU
Nick Melvoin, LAUSD Board VP joins us to talk about guns, vaping, mental health, homelessness, guns and budget. Nick looks back at the good will that was generated after the successful negotiated end to the LA teachers strike in January 2019, and the budgeting windfall from the State that did not happen. Still, the board has made great strides toward improved outcomes, better school safety and a big investment in mental health, with 29 new LAUSD schools having full time health aides now to assist in mental health support. See also: boardmembermelvoin.com
Zaydee Sanchez - an activist and recipient of the Pioneer of the Year award by LA City Councilmember Paul Koretz joins us to talk about what she’s seen south of the border as she visits shelters in Tijuana and migrant detention centers on the US side of the border. Camp and prison like conditions all around, with people eating in limbo for their lives to unfold. Check her out at migrantcrossings.weebly.com
