News & Observations
Yes, Ed has a lot of opinions...hear some of his most interesting observations, and current news items, and see what you agree with, and what you don't...from the "mundane" to the serious, it's always thought-provoking.
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Episodes
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Dirty Deeds
Friday, November 6, 2026
Ed brings to light some questionable actions by the City
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What is Laguna Beach communicating?
Friday, October 30, 2026
Ed questions how the current communications contract was awarded.
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Dark Money in Politics
Monday, October 26, 2026
Ed questions if a newly seated Congress will address dark money and corruption.
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PAC Hypocrisy
Monday, October 12, 2026
Ed opines on the reactions to the sudden appearance of a new PAC supporting the Laguna Beach City Council incumbents
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Christa Pike MUST Die
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Ed opines on the botched execution of Christa Pike
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Lori is the new Karen
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Video of a Laguna Beach woman goes viral with her racist rant
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I am Jane Doe
Monday, October 5, 2026
Ed provides his thoughts on responses he has seen on the current movement
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Pops
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Ed honors his father on his birthday
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Beyond Plastics to Starbucks - Ditch the Plastic
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
A nationwide "Week of Action" involving demonstrations at 22 Starbucks stores across 11 states.
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Lisa's Journey
Friday, August 21, 2026
Lisa fills us in on what she's been up to this summer.
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Mean Girls and Local Politics
Monday, August 10, 2026
Ed addresses toxicity already appearing in local politics
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Ariana Grande
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Ed points the finger back at us, for all the unfair speculation and body shaming of Ariana Grande
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Better Late than Never
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Ed addresses members of the community finally acknowledging errors in judgment.
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Festival of Arts vs. Terra Laguna Beach
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Ed breaks down the ruling just handed down on the lawsuit filed by the Festival of Arts.
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The Most and Least affordable cities in California
Friday, July 24, 2026
Ed breaks down the most and least affordable communities in California to purchase a home.
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Cancer in Children in Ladera Ranch
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Ed examines the unusually high childhood cancer rate in Ladera Ranch
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Mo Washing
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Ed comments on former Laguna Beach Councilmember George Weiss' opinion piece.
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Political Cowardice
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Courage is missing in today's politicians.
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TV is the problem
Monday, June 29, 2026
The dumbing down of society
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Juneteenth
Friday, June 19, 2026
Ed explains the importance of Juneteenth.
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Tree, and Communication, Failure
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Ed explains the current Laguna Beach Promenade tree issue
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FCC (Empty) Threats
Monday, March 16, 2026
Voice of Laguna is UNAFRAID...and others should follow suit
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Homeless Vets
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Ed opines on what he views is the ONLY thing this administration has done right.
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Cost of War
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Pentagon officials told lawmakers Wednesday that the cost of the first six days of the war against Iran exceeded $11.3 billion
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AI Dangers
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
New report says some AI chatbots are helping users plan violent acts
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Distraction War
Monday, March 2, 2026
Inept attack on Iran is a costly distraction
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Presidents
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
On this Presidents Day, Ed compares the current POTUS to those that have shaped our history.
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Project 2028
Friday, January 30, 2026
If Democrats regain control, Ed gives the case on the importance of prosecuting the current administration
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NFL Substitute Quarterbacks
Friday, January 23, 2026
Ed previews the weekend's NFL championship games
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Vegas versus California
Friday, January 2, 2026
Ed shares some thoughts to consider when you plan the destination for your next trip
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