The On Deadline Podcast

This week, we take a look at what we can expect concerning U.S. policy and the energy industry under the next Trump administration.

Today On Deadline is looking at what President elect Donald Trump’s proposed policies for the economy and immigration – two areas where he’s expected to make the most sweeping changes – could mean for the United States.

Today On Deadline is examining President Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks as he continues to round out his administration two months before his inauguration.

Today On Deadline is looking for answers to questions that have been left looming following President Elect Donald Trump’s sweeping victory in the 2024 Presidential election.

Today On Deadline is checking our lists, and then our holiday budgets and then checking it all again because we can’t believe how expensive things have gotten!

Today, we tackle former President Donald Trump's win of a second term in the White House with KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Doug Sovern – KCBS Radio’s award-winning political reporter – usually predicts elections currently. This year, the twists and turns of the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have made it challenging for anyone to forecast who might win. On this Election Day episode, Sovern joined Lauren Barry – host of ‘The On Deadline Podcast’ – to break down the 2024 election season, where polling stands in the final stretch, what to expect after ballots are cast and more. (Listen to the end for Sovern’s own prediction!) ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is zeroing in on election integrity. It’s a buzzword that was born in 2020 when Donald Trump began making false claims that election integrity cost him the White House. This year, new threats of election interference from Iran, Russia and elsewhere are causing concern. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is breaking down the latest development in the war between Ukraine and Russia — North Korea entering the fray, leading to new possibilities and concerns about the war expanding. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the issue on just about everyone’s mind heading into the polls this November, our wallets. No matter the poll you read, the news you consume, or the candidate you support, the economy is probably your focus this election. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is giving you an update on the middle east as Israel continues its war against Hamas a year after its Oct 7 attack on Israel sparked a conflict – and a crisis – in the region. Here’s the latest. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is hitting the books as we look at the approaching deadline for college applications in a new world where students aren’t just choosing where to go, they’re deciding whether to go. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is giving you an election check-in less than three weeks away from the big day. As of the time of this recording, Vice President Kamala Harris is continuing to track about three points ahead of former President Donald Trump in most national polls. The same polls find the main issues Americans will be weighing as they head into the voting booth are the economy, democracy, immigration, and health care. But while America decides who gets their vote for the White House, there are several other key senate and house races that could have major implications on who has control in Washington in January. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at a little-discussed consequence of climate change that’s hurting our wallets nationwide. You don’t have to be politically progressive to know that no matter the insurance company you go through, home insurance premiums are becoming more costly. It doesn’t matter where you live or what you do for a living, everyone from farmers to corporate executives are being affected. This is in part thanks to the recent influx in natural disasters that seem like they’re becoming more common and more destructive. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is putting on our true crime hats as we look over the case of the Menendez brothers and their potential release after decades behind bars. If you didn’t watch the trial live on TV, you most likely have seen the numerous documentaries, YouTube conspiracy theories, or dramatic retellings of the story. The latest one is a smash hit on Netflix, “Monsters: the Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.” ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline looking at changes in the world of Artificial Intelligence. AI became a buzzword – embraced by some, criticized by others – and then seems to have stalled in real-world applications. That has left a lot of us wondering – what’s next? Among leading headlines in the world of AI was news that the non-profit Open AI, seen by many as the pioneer of the technology with its massively popular tool ChatGPT, would become a for-profit company. OpenAI announced its plan to remove control of the company from its non-profit board, according to a Reuters report that cited people familiar with the matter. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Hurricane Helene brings death, destruction and concerns about the future

Today On Deadline is holding a funeral service for what we, and all Americans, hope is the death of inflation. Last week was a cause of celebration for our wallets and economic aspirations as the Federal Reserve issued its first rate cut in more than four years, dropping key interest rates a half point from their two-decade high of 5.3%, where they sat for 14 months as the Central bank fought to tame inflation. But, we ask, is inflation really over? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is once again looking to the Middle East. There, Israel has seemingly changed its aim from taking down Hamas to taking down Hezbollah, with a string of recent string of attacks linked to pagers and walkie-talkies. 'On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking flight as we delve into the issues plaguing Boeing. This week, there were reports of bleeding ears and noses on a Boeing plane. In addition to safety issues, last week it was announced that workers at Boeing would go on strike after 30,000 assembly employees rejected a proposed contract. Now work has stopped, marking the first strike at Boeing since 2008. It’s anyone’s guess how long this strike will last. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at last week’s debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as the assassination attempt on Trump's life. As we get closer and closer to the presidential election after an already news-filled campaign season, the polls seem close and every shift has the potential to turn the election. Let's unpack where things sit this week. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking a deep exhale as the Federal Reserve gets ready to cut key interest rates for the first time since they began a historic climb to where they currently sit. These rate cuts have been a long time coming. Inflation first began to run rampant in mid 2021 amidst the changing presidencies, and the COVID-19 pandemic, which stalled the supply chain and threw other wrenches into the economic system. By Early 2022 the Russian invasion of Ukraine became one more factor that created a perfect storm of inflation issues. Here's where things are today. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is again looking at the problem of senseless mass shootings in the United States and asking what we can – and should – do to stop it. Last Wednesday, before most schools in the country had even been open for a full week, a gunman entered Apalachee High School in Georgia and began opening fire, claiming the lives of four and leaving nine others hospitalized. As the school shooting death toll in the U.S. continues to rise, most of us can agree thoughts and prayers aren’t going to cut it anymore. But what will? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at an urgent health crisis in America that’s leaving doctors worried – a mental health crisis. While the COVID-19 pandemic brought the mental health issues of children and teens to the forefront, recent research has found a new crisis emerging among parents and in maternal mental health. Here's the latest. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is diving deeper into the issues that are shaping up as the most divisive in this election season between Democrats and Republicans. Those issues include fracking, IVF, abortion, and the border. Political ads are running on a loop everywhere you consume media with various claims on these issues. Spoiler: Some of the claims are true, and others are not. We'll help you sort it out. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is laying out our outfit, and packing a brown bag lunch as it's back to school season once again. But it’s not all as joyous as Capri Suns, Lunchables and fresh kicks. This back to school season will see the same issues as years past and even some new ones. Staffing shortages, behavioral problems, Artificial intelligence and more are setting up staff and kids for a challenging school year. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at our nation’s political system and asking if there will ever be a prominent third party candidate in a presidential election. Love it or hate it, the two party system has dominated the race for president, and almost every other elected seat, for the majority of our nation’s history. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nephew of former president John F. Kennedy, made a splash this spring with his decision run as a third party option, but he's suspended his campaign. What did it reveal about third party changes in major U.S. elections? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the economic plan put forth by vice president and newly minted Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Since being supported by the major players of the Democratic party as the successor to President Joe Biden, Harris has ridden a wave of popularity to the Democratic National Convention. Now it's time for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, to define their policies and what sets them apart from the GOP contender and former President Donald Trump. Before the Democratic National Convention this week, Harris revealed a plan for the economy that has received mixed reviews. Let's dig in. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are breaking down day four of the Democratic National Convention. They give a rundown of speeches from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the VP candidate, as well as Oprah Winfrey and former President Bill Clinton. After performances by John Legend and Stevie Wonder, they also discuss who might join Pink on the stage Thursday. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are breaking down day three of the Democratic National Convention. Former First Lady Michelle Obama shined in what could have been the best speech of the convention. Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepts the nominee. Will Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz attack Trump or shine as “Americas dad” in his introduction speech. ‘’‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are giving you an on-the-ground look at day two of the Democratic National Convention. Surprise remarks from Vice President Harris almost blew the roof off the United Center. Joe Biden received his roses and has officially passed the torch to Harris. What will crowds get from key speaker former President Barack Obama on day two? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are giving you an on-the-ground look at day one of the Democratic National Convention. Does Joe Biden have any regrets about stepping down? Who will Democrats tap to keep delegates and voters energized for Vice President Kamala Harris? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the housing market, which could be on the verge of offering relief after more than a year of struggle for prospective buyers who’ve had to weather a volatile market with high mortgage rates and record prices. The first step in the positive direction came last week when the average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan fell below 6.5% for the first time in 15 months. But there are still complications, including zombie mortgages and more. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is turning your attention overseas, where we’re eyeing several ongoing and far-reaching conflicts. These include a major prisoner swap with Russia, tension rising in the Middle East, and concerns about how long Ukraine’s offensive can last. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking America’s temperature. You see, things are heating up in the US and around the globe. And not just politically. We mean it literally. Is it hot in here? According to data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service in Europe, Earth experienced its hottest day ever recorded on July 21, with the planet’s average temperature hitting 62.76 degrees Fahrenheit. This new record left climate experts and scientists cautious, and they continue to warn about the dangers of a planet that keeps getting warmer. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today, On Deadline is introducing Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ very own VP pick: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Since President Joe Biden dropped out of the race just a few weeks ago, there has been a whirlwind of speculation about who Harris might pick as her running mate. In addition to Walz, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro appeared to be a strong contender. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker was also in the mix, as well as Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. But, who is Walz? Get to know the Minnesota governor and former high school football coach on this episode. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. This episode is also produced by Joe Hiti and Christy Strawser. Sound design by Zach Clark.

Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic presidential candidate, revealed her running mate this week: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Today, Lauren Barry of the On Deadline Podcast talked with KCBS Radio political reporter Doug Sovern about how Walz beat out other contenders and what the choice means for the 2024 presidential race. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Zach Clark. .

Today On Deadline is looking into the CrowdStrike outage that brought what’s been dubbed the biggest IT outage in history. Workers at hospitals, banks, airlines, 911 services, broadcast news stations, and more were shut down last month when the backbone programs they rely on went dark -- and it couldn’t be fixed by just unplugging it and plugging it back in. What exactly does it do and how could it cause such a wide-reaching problem? Listen to find out. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the latest buzz word taking over headlines and talk shows: Project 2025. While it may sound like science fiction or something that happens at Area 51, it’s actually fairly simple. Project 2025 is a conservative plan authored by the powerful Heritage Foundation meant to be followed by the next Republican president as a blueprint. However, it's been met with criticism and a lukewarm response from former President Donald Trump, the GOP's current candidate. Paul Dans, the project director, even stepped down this week. Here's what you need to know. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking a closer look at Senator J.D. Vance, the 39-year-old Ohio Republican, former Marine, New York Times best-selling author, and now the Republican vice presidential nominee. Last week, the GOP officially selected Former President Donald Trump as their nominee for president. And he picked Vance as his running mate after months of speculation over who would be on the ticket. So, who is Vance? Let's find out. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is pondering what’s next as President Joe Biden is officially no longer seeking reelection, leaving Democrats scrambling less than a month out from their convention and 100 days from the election. That’s never happened before in the United States. Neither has the opponent on the other side narrowly escaped an assassination attempt with a last-second turn of the head 72 hours before his nominating convention. Neither has a Black woman been so close to becoming a major party's presidential candidate. So here we are. Together. In uncharted territory, yet again. Let’s catch up.‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is bringing you breaking news as President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he would no longer seek a second term as president. In this special addition, KCBS Radio’s Doug Sovern joins ‘On Deadline’ to offer insight on why the president made the decision now. Will Vice President Kamala Harris take over as the nominee? Can anyone beat former President Trump? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking a step back from our heated political landscape and asking maybe the most important question of the year – Have the red and blue divisions in the United States created a real threat of politically motivated violence? It is a questions that's been on many minds since former President Donald Trump was the victim of what the FBI deemed an assassination attempt when a 20 year-old nursing home worker opened fire at a campaign rally from a nearby rooftop. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Milwaukee where KNX’s Mike Simpson gets an on-the-ground look at day four of the Republican National Convention from KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern. He gives us a rundown of VP pick J.D. Vance's speech, what it reveals about the "next generation" of the GOP and how that compares to what's happening with Democrats. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Milwaukee where KNX’s Mike Simpson gets an on-the-ground look at day three of the Republican National Convention from KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern. While unity appears to be the theme of this year’s convention, petty rivalries among different factions in the party persist. Will J.D. Vance become the heir of the MAGA movement? He makes his first speech as the VP nominee tonight. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Milwaukee where KNX’s Mike Simpson gets an on-the-ground look at the Republican National Convention from KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern. Is former President Donald Trump a changed man? Will J.D. Vance win over moderates? With tension high after a stressful weekend, we give you inside information into the GOP convention, from what people are talking about to what they're wearing. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is live from Milwaukee where KNX's Mike Simpson gets an on-the-ground look at the Republican National Convention from KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern after a weekend filled with headlines following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. With security on high alert, a VP pick to be made, and many looking forward to hear from the former president, we give you inside information into the GOP convention. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti

Today On Deadline is looking at a new concern in the ever changing world of Artificial Intelligence, as well as growing frustrations with the new technology. Here's rising concern when it comes to AI: our power grid. While the private and public sector are looking to implement AI in their work and everyday lives, heavy use of the technology could create issues for the energy sector and possibly the environment. The real world effects of AI are even being seen by one of the world’s largest tech companies. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the 2024 election and what some experts are saying could become a victory lap for former President Donald Trump… unless Democrats choose a new candidate at the top of their ticket. Two weeks after President Joe Biden’s debate debacle, here’s where we stand. The president has said that short of the “lord almighty’s” intervention nothing will stop him from running for reelection. At the same time, in congress, nearly a dozen House Democrats have called for the president to give up his delegates and let someone else run in his place. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is giving you a closer look at the Supreme Court’s latest ruling on former President Donald Trump and presidential immunity. This 6-3 decision is poised to have an impact on a lot of things. Among them are former President Donald Trump's legal battles, the 2024 presidential election, public opinion of the Supreme Court and the overall future of the United States. 'On Deadline' is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It's also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.