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A Developing Story.
by Santa Monica Daily Press
A DEVELOPING STORY is a narrative podcast series from Santa Monica Daily Press. In each episode, award-winning filmmaker and journalist Brian Peter Falk explores housing development in Santa Monica one story at a time and tries to figure out what those stories tell us about the future – and ourselves. This is a local series with national resonance, fueled by the reporting of Santa Monica Daily Press, Santa Monica's most trusted news source. Restaurant reviews, fine arts, and just about everything you need to be informed on the Westside of LA. Subscribe!
Episodes
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Sam Stein - the Bulwark
Ross sits down with Sam Stein, managing editor of The Bulwark, ahead of their live show at the Novo in downtown LA on May 21st. Two veteran news folks for the price of none — they get into the Bulwark community in SoCal, why live shows are suddenly everywhere, the food-and-comedy-to-politics...
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 6: THE CRYSTAL BALL
As California's current high-speed rail fiasco attests, big and ambitious public projects are hard. California's biggest project of all is housing development. Will it suffer the same fate? In this final episode, Brian explores the impediments to success, including the increasingly caustic...
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 5: THREE PROJECTS
In this episode, Brian examines three housing development projects in Santa Monica – all of which have courted controversy. One is a large development that could replace a beloved grocery store, another is a supportive housing project a block from the city's shopping promenade, and the third is a...
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 4: THE $25 BURGER
Building affordable housing is a big priority in Santa Monica. This episode investigates how affordable housing is built, and what "affordability" even means as the nationwide cost of living rises. Many fear that the push to build more affordable housing is leading to gentrification instead.…
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 3: A BRUSH WITH DENSITY
Santa Monica, like much of Los Angeles County, is a city dominated by neighborhoods of low-density, single-family homes. But low density has played a role in California's housing crisis. The state is responding with "Density Bonuses" for developers, which encourage more building, but at what…
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 2: THE LOOPHOLE
Delays in the approval of Santa Monica's housing element lead to a historic punishment for the city: activation of a loophole called "The Builder's Remedy." Developers are now able to flood Santa Monica with construction – and the city is powerless to stop it. Santa Monica Daily Press Links:...
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A DEVELOPING STORY - EPISODE 1: THE NUMBERS GAME
In the first episode of A Developing Story, host Brian Peter Falk introduces the idyllic beach city of Santa Monica, California and explores how a controversial state wide development mandate called "The Housing Element" is forcing the city to allow the construction of nearly 9,000 new…
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Entertainment Zone
Santa Monica plans to allow open-container drinking on its promenade as part of a new entertainment zone, following the passage of California Senate Bill 969. The idea was initially proposed for a few events but the city council wants to make it more permanent, from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m., tied to...
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Olympic Volleyball - Unforced Error
Santa Monica will not host Olympic beach volleyball in 2028 despite initial plans. LA 28 approached Santa Monica due to its iconic beach and pier, and the city’s claim to inventing beach volleyball. The Olympic Committee covers costs directly tied to the games, but Santa Monica sought additional...
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Toxic Tide?
https://smdp.com/news/environment/wildfire-debris-build-up-on-our-beaches-could-equate-to-an-ecological-disaster/
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Fire waste disposal on the beach? Plus Din Tai Fung opening!
Din Tai Fung link for soft opening: https://www.yelp.com/reservations/din-tai-fung-santa-monica-coming-soon-santa-monica?from_reserve_now=1
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After the Fire: will local businesses survive?
The January fire in Pacific Palisades is having a significant economic impact on Santa Monica businesses. On this episode, Daily Press publisher Ross Furukawa and host Brian Peter Falk discuss how the fire, road closures, and beach shutdowns have led to decreased foot traffic, with some…
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Palisades Fire: Unforced Errors? Pickleball Brawls
**Podcast Summary:** On this episode of *Inside the Daily Press*, we bring you the latest updates on the Palisades fire recovery efforts, including the lifting of evacuation orders and the start of the cleanup phase. We discuss the reported missteps in fire preparedness and response, from...
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Palisades Fire Conspiracy Theories
To report price gouging visit Attorney General Rob Bonta's site OR BY CALLING (800) 952-5225
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Palisades Fire price gouging
Fire resources and information referenced in the episode Price gouging crowd sourced data: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1RXWxLqTyWvAuq8A0PgaBuWeEn_G6qTLyTZ8lzfNEaNw/htmlview# Where to report rental price gouging:...
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Palisades Fire Looting and updates
Inside the Daily Press provides crucial updates on the Palisades Fire, which has burned 23,713 acres and is 14% contained. Hosts Brian Peter Falk and Matt Hall discuss the lifting of Santa Monica evacuation orders and address widespread looting concerns in evacuation zones. They highlight a...
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Palisades Fire burning
Host Ross Furukawa and journalist Brian Peter Falk discussed the ongoing Palisades Fire on January 10th, 2025. Cal Fire reported the fire has burned 21,317 acres with 8% containment and threatens 11,171 structures, while warning about false social media posts claiming cleanup work opportunities.…
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John Putnam for Santa Monica City Council
Hear from Candidate John Putnam for his run for Santa Monica City Council.
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Ericka Lesley for City Council
Hear from Candidate Ericka Lesley for her run for Santa Monica City Council.
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Ellis Raskin for Santa Monica City Council.
Hear from Ellis Raskin about his run for City Council.
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Natalya Zernitskaya for Santa Monica City Council
Hear from Candidate Natalya Zernitskaya for her run for Santa Monica City Council.
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Dan Hall for Santa Monica City Council.
Hear from Candidate Dan Hall about his run for Santa Monica City Council.
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Phil Brock about his run for Santa Monica City Council.
Hear from Candidate Phil Brock about his run for Santa Monica City Council.
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Barry Snell run for Santa Monica City Council.
Hear from Barry Snell about his run for City Council.
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Oscar de la Torre for Santa Monica City Council.
Hear from Candidate Oscar de la Torre about his run for City Council.
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A crime by any other name
Santa Monica is about to change the way it records crimes
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Moving the needle
A needle exchange program in local parks is causing controversy.
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Back to the real news
After a day of jokes, catch up on what you need to know to start the month.
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Boys and Girls Club moving out
Downtown land will be put up for sale
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Last chance to vote for Most Loved!
We get back on track this week after a rain delay
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Save the animals!
Local shelter is at capacity for dogs.
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Who Do You Love?
Voting is now open to determine Santa Monica’s Most Loved businesses https://smdp.com/mostloved2024/
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Record rainfall
Double density for some housing projects
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Man killed in shooting near Ocean Park Blvd.
Voting opens for Most Loved
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It’s time for the Homeless Count
More scooter riders mean more injuries on local roads
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Long awaited transport van will tackle mental illness
The new service will replace police or fire for some calls.
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Controversy at a commission
Members of the police oversight commission level serious accusations against the police union and earthquake safety tips.
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Welcome to the New Year
Continue the holiday fun with the Polar Bear Plunge this weekend or visit the Galley just because it’s great.
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Eat, Drink and be Merry
A brief rundown of some restaurants you might want to visit.
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Starbucks accused of squashing union efforts
The coffee giant could be forced to reopen several stores, including one in Santa Monica
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SMC Under Investigation
A conflict over student clubs and ongoing discussions of free speech drew the ire of federal officials.
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REI is closing
The once popular outdoor retailer will leave Santa Monica at the end of February leaving locals with the recently opened location in Marina Del Rey.
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Affordable housing shortage undermines local zoning rules
Affordable housing shortage undermines local zoning rules
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New laws fight fake news
New laws fight fake news.
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A real estate roundup and it’s Ice time in Santa Monica
A real estate roundup and it’s Ice time in Santa Monica
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SMC shoots for the stars
SMC shoots for the stars
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evacuation drill
Pier evacuated days before scheduled evacuation drill
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A DEVELOPING STORY is a narrative podcast series from Santa Monica Daily Press. In each episode, award-winning filmmaker and journalist Brian Peter Falk explores housing development in Santa Monica one story at a time and tries to figure out what those stories tell us about the future – and ourselves. This is a local series with national resonance, fueled by the reporting of Santa Monica Daily Press, Santa Monica's most trusted news source. Restaurant reviews, fine arts, and just about everything you need to be informed on the Westside of LA. Subscribe!
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