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Venice Pulse is a podcast focusing on news and events in Venice Beach and the surrounding areas. It is hosted by Venice residents Sandy Clark and Chuck Whobrey. Sometimes they have guests. Sandy has been on the cutting edge of both written and televised journalism for the last 30 years. Her credits include NHK, CBC, ABC, BBC, AMI (various publications), the Daily Mail and the Westside Current. Originally from the UK, Chuck was once on the BBC's Newsnight talking about "Ecstasy". Besides that he has no qualifications whatsoever when it comes to hosting a current affairs type show. Intro Music: "Trip" by DJ Nick "Feesch" Wilson

Recent Episodes

The Kelvin Wave Is Coming to Venice + Why Is American Airlines Always Delaying Flights?

After successfully navigating the chaos of American Airlines, Sandy is finally back in Venice — and there’s plenty to catch up on... This week, she and Chuck talk about the Kelvin Wave heading toward the Southern California coast and what it could mean for Venice Beach and the Canals. The duo also look ahead to the 2028 Olympic triathlon - which will race straight through the heart of Venice, before discussing next month's "Venice Afterburn": a Burning Man “pop-up” coming to the Boardwalk. ...

26 MIN

Don’t Call It A Comeback! Venice Pulse Season 2, Episode 1

Don’t Call It A Comeback | Venice Pulse Season 2, Episode 1 They’re back! After a little summer break, Sandy & Chuck return for Season 2 of Venice Pulse. They begin by discussing their trip to New York, and ask which is better: NYC or L.A.? With the World Cup now in the rear view mirror they look forward to the LA Olympics, discuss Harry & Meghan’s impending move and the recent Venice Art Crawl. Chuck’s ongoing battle with Etsy somehow manages to get into the conversation, and they a...

32 MIN

The Odyssey Takes Over L.A. & the World | Fan Reaction with Venice Pulse

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is one of the biggest films of the year, with sold-out IMAX screenings, 70mm showings, and movie fans calling it one of Nolan's greatest achievements. But does it really live up to the hype? In this episode of Venice Pulse, Chuck sits down with his son Alexander—a fan of Greek mythology, Homer's The Odyssey, and Jorge Rivera-Herrans' EPIC: The Musical—to discuss Nolan's latest film. Together they compare the film to the original story, discuss how Nolan brought...

32 MIN

Are They Really Shooting Coyotes on the Venice Beach Canals?

Are They Really Shooting Coyotes on the Venice Beach Canals? A dead coyote found on the Venice Canals has sparked concern, speculation, and even rumors that people may be shooting coyotes in the neighborhood. Sandy and Chuck discuss what happened, the community response and wildlife management efforts. The duo finish the episode by mentioning L.A. World Cup excitement and local summer events . Venice Pulse is a podcast focusing on Venice Beach and beyond. It is hosted by Venice residents Sa...

15 MIN

From Ballot Boxes To Hollywood Boulevard; Venice Pulse

From Ballot Boxes To Hollywood Boulevard; Venice Pulse This week Sandy, Chuck & Jim discuss California’s recent Election Day, diving deep on LA voting centers and why California's vote counting process can take so long. Meanwhile, Sandy reflects on casting her first vote as a new U.S. citizen and what the experience meant to her. The conversation then wanders from local politics to Hollywood history, including Mann's Chinese Theatre, celebrity handprints, classic movie memories, and a r...

50 MIN