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    Defining ‘essential’ during COVID-19

    A lot of places are closed, and you are likely home. That is unless you work for an “essential’ business.” That word conjures up images of grocery stores and hospitals. But what about horseback riding facilities or private jet companies?

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

    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      What businesses count as essential during COVID-19? Equestrian facilities and private jet companies

      It’s been nearly three weeks since Governor Gavin Newsom ordered all non-essential businesses to temporarily close their doors.

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      8 min
    2. 7:34

      Psychological stress and post-traumatic growth from COVID-19

      This pandemic is stressful for billions of people around the globe. Everyone deals with stress and fear differently.

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      10 min
    3. 17:53

      Turning to Zoom, people adapt funerals to social gathering restrictions

      The COVID-19 pandemic has put much of life on hold. But what’s continuing are family traditions, both joyful and somber.

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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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      Rebecca Mooney

      Producer, The Treatment

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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:008 min

      What businesses count as essential during COVID-19? Equestrian facilities and private jet companies

    2. 7:3410 min

      Psychological stress and post-traumatic growth from COVID-19

    3. 17:538 min

      Turning to Zoom, people adapt funerals to social gathering restrictions

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