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    Want to travel during this pandemic summer? Here’s what to know

    After months of stay-at-home orders, people are itching for some kind of summer vacation. KCRW talks about options for getting away, and how to do it safely and responsibly.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jul 22, 2020 • 24m Listen

    After months of stay-at-home orders, people are itching for some kind of summer vacation. KCRW talks about options for getting away, and how to do it safely and responsibly.

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      Want to talk to your dog? This speech language pathologist says you can

      Dogs are known as humans’ best friends, but it’s not like you can talk to them. Well, what if you could?

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      10 min
    2. 9:35

      Drive or fly? Airbnb or tent? Tips for safe summer traveling during COVID-19

      If you need to get away, what are your options? How can you travel safely and responsibly?

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      18 min
    3. 17:40

      Digital billboards might come to the Sunset Strip. West Hollywood hopes they’ll bring in big bucks

      West Hollywood called for artistic digital billboard designs that would generate revenue for the city and improve buildings and public space.

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      7 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

      CultureLos AngelesCoronavirusTravelDesign

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:0010 min

      Want to talk to your dog? This speech language pathologist says you can

    2. 9:3518 min

      Drive or fly? Airbnb or tent? Tips for safe summer traveling during COVID-19

    3. 17:407 min

      Digital billboards might come to the Sunset Strip. West Hollywood hopes they’ll bring in big bucks

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