The podcast opens with a discussion about the wildfires in Los Angeles, highlighting their scale, impact, and potential to be one of the costliest natural disasters in US history. The discussion also touches on the political implications of disaster relief funding.
The Eaton and Palisades fires killed 25 people and destroyed over 12,000 structures.
Estimated costs range up to $275 billion, potentially the most expensive wildfire in US history.
Political debate surrounds tying wildfire aid to the debt limit.
Public opinion is divided on the role of climate change, with slight majorities believing it was a factor.