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    Dog parks aren’t just for canine socialization during pandemic

    Pandemic or not, being outside is a daily ritual for dog owners. Neighborhood dog parks are one of the few places right now where people can socialize with strangers and build community. KCRW visits one dog park in the San Fernando Valley.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Sep 1, 2020 • 25m Listen

    Pandemic or not, being outside is a daily ritual for dog owners. Neighborhood dog parks are one of the few places right now where people can socialize with strangers and build community. KCRW visits one dog park in the San Fernando Valley.

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    1. 0:00

      Dog parks remain popular — COVID or not

      Genia Ahranian doesn’t know what she would do without her daily trips to the dog park.

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      8 min
    2. 7:40

      Jonny Kim, from Santa Monica high school to NASA space program

      “The one thing I didn't have as a kid was a lot of confidence. And I didn't think being an astronaut was for people like me,” Kim says.

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      DineLA is underway, complete with 3-course meals to-go

      Restaurant weeks are opportunities for people to try out new eateries in their cities, sample interesting cuisines, and maybe discover a new favorite spot. That’s what dineLA has offered for the past 12 years.

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      8 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Jenna Kagel

      Radio producer

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      Kathryn Barnes

      Producer, Reporter

      NewsLos Angeles

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:008 min

      Dog parks remain popular — COVID or not

    2. 7:4010 min

      Jonny Kim, from Santa Monica high school to NASA space program

    3. 17:238 min

      DineLA is underway, complete with 3-course meals to-go

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