Members Only #179 – The Late Richard Riordan and the Never-Launched L.A. Examiner

Discussion on the challenges faced in starting a newspaper with Richard Riordan. A career-changing phone call redirected the speaker's path in journalism. The life and career of Richard Riordan, including his role in reforming Los Angeles. Exploring political friction and dealmaking in the LA County Board. Origins of laexaminer.com and desire for an LA version of the New York Observer.