Conversations

Doug Pagitt—author, progressive Christian pastor, and executive director of Vote Common Good—is one of the central figures featured in the film Who’s the We?, which chronicles an extraordinary 3,200-mile bicycle journey along the U.S.-Mexico border.

We welcome Professor of Psychology Melissa Harris back in studio for this fascinating discussion.

Research underscores how awareness and verification can help seniors navigate misinformation and emerging AI-driven risks.

Janet Evans, widely regarded as one of the greatest distance swimmers in history, chatted about her career in and out of the pool, and her role as Chief Athlete Officer for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Dr. Awadalla and Ed talked about surgical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, laser dermatology, and how Dr. Awadalla and Skincredible dermatology have taken all the guesswork out of skin care.

National Small Business Month is a chance to highlight the critical role small businesses play in local economies. In today’s digital-first environment, small businesses can only grow as fast as their technology and connectivity allow. Wendy explains how Cox Business is helping local companies modernize operations, scale efficiently, and stay competitive.

PAWP Water is a line of science-backed, functional hydration drinks for dogs, co-founded by entrepreneur Gila Leibovitch and her daughter, Nicole. Inspired by their own dog, Chloe, they designed the odor-free, clear water additives and premade drinks to support everyday canine wellness without using pills or messy powders. Go to Gila's retail store Melrose Place on Forest Ave. in Laguna Beach and...

After successfully winning a $1.4 BILLION judgment from the court, and exposing fraudsters here in Laguna Beach, Mo Honarkar joins Ed for the exclusive conversation.

In 2012 at the age of 3, Ryan went along with his dad to the local recycling center and cashed in a few small bags of cans and bottles and decided that recycling was in his future, leading to the start of Ryan's Recycling. In 2020, he founded Project3R, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to recycling and environmental awareness/education around the world. Project3R hosts environmental cl...

On Wednesday, April 29, the community is invited to attend a screening of The Plastic Detox at the Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center. Susan Keefe, Southern California Director of Beyond Plastics, will introduce the film, and following the screening, Ed Steinfeld, the Voice of Laguna, will lead a community discussion with Susan and additional panel participants.

With his 15th album and debut memoir, piano-playing singer-songwriter Mike Maimone memorializes the profound love story he shared with his late husband, legendary publicist Howard Bragman—whose groundbreaking career empowered countless LGBTQ+ people to live openly and authentically. On his release tour, Maimone invites audiences—especially those navigating grief—to remain open to connection, embra...

The true meaning of WHATRR is an acronym for “We Have Agency to Restore & Reimagine," to change the world one bottle at a time. Proprietary mixtures in the bottle accelerate the natural biodegradation of the inner green barrier in biologically active landfills and anaerobic digesters as validated by independent certified laboratories using ASTM International test methods. Independent third-party t...

After you hear her take, you'll want to see them all!

Ed talks to Diane Dixon about her current role in office, and her decision to run for OC Supervisor.

Microbiology Professor Atousa Doust shares what inspired her to write historical romance novel “In the Shadow of the Revolution,” a story of two young people that fall in love in post-revolution Iran.

Terry continues his fascinating story with more details about how a difficult, poverty-stricken childhood in Liverpool, England, led to extraordinary armer robberies and spectacular escapes, his "transition" to employment as a Hollywood butler for Hollywood’s top stars including Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds, and Joan Rivers.

Dr. Patel is a double board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and the founder of Lotus Care Psychiatry, where she provides thoughtful, evidence-based care for children, teens, and adults. Dr. Patel specializes in ADHD, anxiety disorders, OCD (including ERP), parent coaching, and crisis stabilization. She has a particular passion for supporting individuals navigating autoimmune an...

A moment to reflect. A legacy to honor.

Ed catches up with Marcella and Chris Dornin about the current status of their lawsuit with the city, and about the launch of Marcella's new podcast, Unmasked. Check out the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, and YouTube.

On his first time out as a commercial fisherman, Alec's boat sank, his captain died, and he was left adrift and alone in the Pacific. Alec talks to Ed about his life leading up to the fateful trip, the details of his harrowing experience, and how that experience changed him.

Derek Davis, founder of GreenGrowth CPAs, chats with Ed about his firm's expert tax, audit and financial services for diverse US industries, particularly the cannabis industry.

California's 47th District Congressional Representative Dave Min is volunteering at various food banks where the needs continues to grow as a result of the ongoing government shutdown. Representative Min talks to Ed about the situation, and why he feels Proposition 50 is a necessary step for California.

He’s won every case. The arbitration award is certified. And now, Mo Honarkar steps back into the studio for a tell-all conversation about the long-running legal battle with the group that took his properties. We’ll ask the tough questions — foreclosures, property ownership, and of course… what’s really going to happen with Hotel Laguna?

Scammers are more sophisticated...so beginning this quarter, COX will launch Internet Threat Blocker, which proactively blocks access to malicious websites that host phishing, ransomware, and other threats. The service will be included, at no additional charge, with all of COX's commercial internet service offerings

Hear the conversation of this exclusive interview with Chris & Marcella Dornin, as they open up about their lawsuit against the City of Laguna Beach over some Temple Hills properties. Hear their story and the details behind the case, and what public officials are involved.