Ventura County Alerts Agriculture Community Of HLB Outbreak, We Discuss Its Impacts
Parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties are under quarantine for two highly invasive pests, the Queensland fruit fly and Huanglongbing (HLB) disease, which can infest homegrown fruits and vegetables. Ventura County posted an “urgent agricultural alert” on social media Wednesday warning people not to share or move their homegrown produce.
Today on AirTalk, we explain what HLB is and hear about its impact on farm and home grown crops alike. Joining Austin Cross this morning is Vince Moses, CEO of VinCate and Associates, a museum and preservation consulting firm, and Korrine Bell, Agriculture Commissioner for Ventura County.
With files from LAist
What If ‘Ghosting’ People Isn’t Just Rude, But Psychologically Harmful?
Have you ever “ghosted” someone? Ghosting is where you end a relationship – romantic or platonic – by basically just ceasing communication. The passive break up strategy has become a somewhat common practice, especially among young people. We’re gonna talk about why people ghost, if there’s ever a good time to do it, and whether significant psychological harm comes with it. Have you ever ghosted someone or been ghosted? What was your experience and how’d it impact you? If you were the ghoster, did you feel any guilt or end up following up later? Tell us what happened by calling 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com. Joining the conversation is Theresa DiDonato, professor of psychology and a relationship science expert at Loyola University Maryland.
New Year, New Food: Let’s Talk Healthy Food Substitutions
With a new year typically comes a push by many people to better themselves. Maybe it’s finally sticking to that workout routine you’ve been jumping into and out of for the last few months, maybe it’s pursuing a new skill or hobby that you’ve been wanting to take on for a while. Or maybe it’s trying to eat healthier overall–always a popular New Year’s resolution. But it’s easier said than done! Especially if you’d prefer not to sacrifice some of the flavors, cuisines and meals that you love to eat. This Food Friday, and in light of the new year and the self-improvement push many undertake around this time, we thought it’d be a good chance to look at some healthy food substitutions with Linda Shiue, M.D., a San Francisco-based physician and chef and author of the cookbook “Spicebox Kitchen: Eat Well and Be Healthy with Globally Inspired, Vegetable-Forward Recipes”
Food Friday: Rosca de Reyes, A Cake Fit For Kings
Tomorrow is Dia de los Reyes, or Three Kings Day, the celebration of the Epiphany when–as the story goes–three wise men traveled to Bethlehem to meet the baby Jesus. Celebrated in many Christian traditions across the world, it’s a big holiday in Mexico where, traditionally, folks eat Rosca de Reyes–traditional, circle-shaped desserts garnished with dried fruit. Inside the cake, a baby figurine is hidden, and whoever gets the slice with it must host a gathering on February 2nd, Día de la Candelaria, otherwise known as Candlemas. Joining us to discuss how the cake is made, its history, and its importance to the Mexican community is Heber Lopez Renteria, store merchandising and marketing manager for La Monarca Bakeries.
FilmWeek: ‘Good Grief,’ ‘Mayhem!,’ ‘Occupied City’ And More
Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Wade Major and Andy Klein review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms:
“The Goldfinger” In Select Theaters
“Pianoforte” Available on Digital and VOD Jan. 9th
“Good Grief” Streaming on Netflix
“Race for Glory: Audi vs. Lancia” Lumiere Cinema [Beverly Hills]
“Mayhem!” Laemmle Glendale [Glendale]
“Occupied City” Landmark’s Nuart Theater [West LA]
“Bitconned” Streaming on Netflix
“Ever Deadly” Available on Digital and VOD
“The Bricklayer” Galaxy Mission Grove [Riverside] + Available on Digital and VOD
“He Went That Way” Galaxy Mission Grove [Riverside] + Available on Digital and VOD Jan. 12th
“The Painter” Available on Digital and VOD Jan. 9th
“Roadkill” Lumiere Cinema [Beverly Hills] + Available on VOD
“Man On The Run” Streaming on Netflix
FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Interviews Actor Colman Domingo About His New Film RUSTIN
Bayard Rustin (1912-1987) was an openly gay, civil rights activist, pacifist, and an advisor to Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. While he is best known for being the principal organizer of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom where King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech, he played an active, though often quiet, role in non-violent civil rights activism throughout his life. Now 60 years after the March on Washington, Rustin’s activism and legacy — often produced behind the scenes due to his sexuality — have been highlighted in a new film starring Emmy award-winning actor Colman Domingo.
