David Wagner

Join reporters David Wagner, Mia Sato, and Maria Hollenhorst as they explore the future of the job market and economic trends. Wagner discusses LA’s new rent control regulations and the impact on tenants and landlords. Sato reveals how influencer culture drives consumer behavior through 'shopaganda' and the rise of de-influencing. Hollenhorst highlights the booming tribute band scene as an affordable live entertainment option. Together, they dissect how these dynamics shape the economy moving towards 2026.

Mitchell Hartman, a Marketplace reporter specializing in labor and employment, dives into the shifting job market outlook for 2026. David Wagner, an LAist reporter, discusses Los Angeles' new rent control regulations and their impact on tenants. Mia Sato from The Verge explores the intriguing concept of 'shopaganda' and how influencers are changing consumer habits. Finally, Maria Hollenhorst sheds light on the economic rise of tribute bands, revealing how they thrive amid rising concert prices and challenging market conditions.

David Wagner, a reporter focused on homelessness in Los Angeles, highlights the startling surge of homelessness in the Antelope Valley, a stark contrast to the urban narratives often discussed. He shares the personal story of a 61-year-old man grappling with loss and housing insecurity. Wagner discusses alarming statistics on rising rents and a dire lack of affordable housing. Innovative solutions, like leveraging drone technology for census data, are explored as communities seek urgent responses to this escalating crisis.