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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Is Venice Losing Its Soul?

    The Venice Boardwalk is one of LA's most popular tourist attractions, but recently it's been the scene of high profile crimes. Last summer, a car was driven past a barrier post and killed a woman on the pedestrian walkway. In December, a homeless man was beaten on Ocean Front Walk.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    The Venice Boardwalk is one of LA's most popular tourist attractions, but recently it's been the scene of high profile crimes. Last summer, a car was driven past a barrier post and killed a woman on the pedestrian walkway. In December, a homeless man was beaten on Ocean Front Walk. The LAPD has announced a three-month pilot program, including the increased presence of officers on bicycles. Is Venice's unique culture a still going on or is it a thing of the past?

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    Gentry Battles Gonzo in a Changing Venice
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Benjamin Gottlieb

      Reporter, Fill-in Host

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      Caitlin Shamberg

      KCRW

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      Jenny Hamel

      KCRW

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      Mike Bonin

      Executive Director of the Pat Brown Institute for Public Affairs

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      Mark Ryavec

      Venice Stakeholders Association

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      Tibby Rothman

      LA Weekly

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    The full episode

    1 of 2
    Gentry Battles Gonzo in a Changing Venice
    1. 0:00Is Venice Losing Its Soul?You’re reading this
    2. 16:28Diablo Canyon and the Future of Fault Line Nuclear Plants
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