Media business analyst at the Poynter Institute; former Managing Editor of the St. Petersburg Times in Florida
Rick Edmonds on KCRW
More from KCRW
Is the right spearheading a new form of language policing?
PoliticsThe right says it’s pushing back on cancel culture. Are they just redefining it? Plus, the president banishes pennies and paper straws.
Trump muddies disaster responses with theories of his own
PoliticsDonald Trump bashed DEI policies in response to a tragic plane crash. He’s bucked heads with LA’s mayor over the wildfires. Is now the time to focus on policy?
Trump sours on Zelensky amid US talks with Russia
PoliticsDonald Trump points fingers at Volodymyr Zelensky about the war with Russia. Should the president take accountability for the DOJ? Plus, how valuable are political rallies?
Long COVID: Much yet to learn 5 years after pandemic
CoronavirusFive years after the pandemic started, 2 million people still need treatment for long COVID. Doctors say there’s much yet to learn about the condition.
What tone will Donald Trump set on Inauguration Day 2.0?
PoliticsWhat can we expect from President-elect Trump’s inauguration? Will he squander the goodwill of the moment? Plus, KCRW takes pre-inauguration audience questions.
Immigrant families with ICE fears consider care options for kids
ImmigrationLegal advocates are helping families with mixed immigration status make guardianship plans for their children, just in case the adults are detained by immigration authorities.
Carnivorous mystery: Squirrels are eating rodents at CA park
AnimalsSquirrels are omnivores, eating both meat and plants, but for the first time, they’ve been seen hunting and eating voles at Briones Regional Park.
Could new Trump presidency turn OC into a GOP hotbed?
PoliticsDonald Trump has never won Orange County, but new Republican leadership hopes to turn a purple region into a GOP stronghold.
Is the arrest of a pro-Palestine protester a warning shot?
PoliticsThe arrest of a student protester raises questions on free speech. Is the White House picking which speech is illegal, or are they enforcing anti-discrimination laws?