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How will the fires change Los Angeles?

Our weekly podcast on democracy in America. This week, we look at the ways in which LA can prepare better for future wildfires

The flames are still burning in Los Angeles, as Angelenos start to think about how to rebuild their city. How will the tragedy change LA?

John Prideaux hosts with Charlotte Howard, Adam O’Neal and Aryn Braun. They’re joined by The Economist’s Henry Tricks and professor of architecture Sarah Lorenzen.

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