Palos Verdes Pulse Podcast

This episode explores how the Palos Verdes Pulse highlights the importance of environmental conservation and the celebration of nature on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. They detail the vital work of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, including habitat restoration projects aimed at protecting endangered species like the Palos Verdes blue butterfly. The writers emphasize that humans must actively manage the landscape by removing invasive plants and planting native species to restore ecological balance. Learn about volunteer efforts, generous local donors, and creative partnerships like providing removed acacia branches to the Los Angeles Zoo. Beyond scientific preservation, the text explores the spiritual and physical benefits of connecting with the outdoors through photography, gardening, and seasonal rituals. Ultimately, the collection serves as a guide for residents to become conservation heroes while finding personal joy in the region's vibrant biodiversity.

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 innovative STEM initiatives like PVNet’s satellite tracking projects, the Pulse celebrates the many ways local educators and organizations nurture curiosity, creativity, and discovery.We’ll also look at programs that open doors for students of all abilities, including organizations like Mychal’s Learning Place, which helps young adults develop life and job skills through hands-on training and mentorship.Along the way, we reflect on the traditions and community spirit that define Peninsula schools—from historic campus landmarks to the educators and leaders guiding students toward bright futures.Together, these stories reveal how education, creativity, and opportunity continue to shape the character of the South Bay and the lives of the young people who call it home.🌊 The People • The Places • The Peninsula

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 esteemed contributors—including Emmy winners, Grammy nominees, and local historians—and how she continues to foster local connection through her engaging "Lectures with Lianne" series, which has hosted over 400 presentations. Discover how Lianne’s dedication to curiosity, coastal elegance, and the art of living well has transformed Palos Verdes Pulse into the heartbeat of the South Bay.

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 region’s Hollywood history and architectural legacy to the restaurants, nonprofits, artists, and conservationists who continue to shape the community today.Through engaging, story-driven episodes, listeners will discover the natural beauty of the Peninsula, the spirit of local philanthropy, the flavors of its dining scene, and the cultural traditions that make this coastal region so special.Whether you’re a longtime resident or discovering the Peninsula for the first time, the Palos Verdes Pulse Podcast invites you to experience the stories behind the headlines.🌊 The People • The Places • The Peninsula

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 decades of hospitality, to Giorgio’s, continuing a legacy that began in 1972, the Pulse captures the spirit of restaurants that have become part of the Peninsula’s cultural fabric.We’ll also look at major culinary gatherings, including the Food & Wine Festival at Terranea Resort, where top regional restaurants and California wineries come together in a celebration of coastal cuisine.Along the way, the Pulse helps preserve local culinary history—sharing treasured recipes from legendary establishments like Admiral Risty, exploring the Hollywood connections of The Red Onion, and guiding readers toward new discoveries, from the fun and funky eateries of San Pedro to Blue Zone-inspired healthy dining and classic South Bay roadside diners.Because on the Peninsula, great food isn’t just a meal—it’s a story, a tradition, and a way of bringing the community together.🌊 The People • The Places • The Peninsula

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 experts, conservation leaders, and scientists working to safeguard the region’s biodiversity.  We’ll dive into the efforts of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy to restore habitat for the rare coastal cactus wren, and how residents can participate as citizen scientists to help monitor endangered species.  You’ll also learn how simple actions—like planting native milkweed for monarch butterflies, supporting pollinators such as bees, or even participating in the wild foraging of invasive mustard—can make a meaningful impact on the Peninsula’s delicate ecosystem.  From innovative land stewardship using goat herds for fire prevention, to the awe-inspiring sight of grunion runs and passing orcas, this episode celebrates the natural wonders that make the Peninsula truly extraordinary.  Because protecting the Peninsula’s wild beauty begins with understanding it.

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 the Union Rescue Mission, the Pulse helps amplify the voices of groups dedicated to service, conservation, education, and compassion.We’ll also look at how storytelling turns into action—highlighting local events like the National Charity League’s Mother-Daughter Tea and Beacon House’s culinary fundraisers, where community members come together to support meaningful causes.Because sometimes a story does more than inform—it inspires people to show up, give back, and make a difference.

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, filmmakers have long been drawn to this cinematic coastline.Along the way, we’ll step inside the lives of legendary residents such as Buddy Ebsen, Myrna Loy, and Dana Andrews, whose stories are woven into the cultural fabric of this remarkable place.Discover how this “place set apart” has inspired directors, actors, and storytellers for generations—and why the Peninsula continues to captivate Hollywood today.

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 Wayfarers Chapel, these structures reflect a remarkable fusion of creativity and landscape.We’ll also uncover the Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial influences seen throughout Malaga Cove and Portuguese Bend, and the “garden city” vision of landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., who imagined a community where architecture and nature exist in harmony.Discover how these visionary designers transformed rugged coastline into one of Southern California’s most beautiful and thoughtfully planned communities.

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 highlighting the natural beauty of the area and modern conservation efforts by community groups like the Friends of the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Los Serenos docents.

This podcast takes a snapshot of March 2026 articles from Palos Verdes Pulse - our articles on the Longevity and Wellness, our featured writers, and our impact on the community.

On this episode of Palos Verdes Pulse, we explore a captivating intersection of Hollywood history and our own Peninsula through the life of silent film star Barbara La Marr and the dedicated work of actress and biographer Sherri Snyder

This monthly highlight touches on the vibrant and diverse art scene across the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the broader South Bay area. They feature profiles on unique local artists, art shows and some very interesting historical finds!