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   E82 · 12 Oct 2026 · 10 min

   Dodgers Debate NLCS Game 1: Great pitching but no offense

   The Los Angeles Dodgers struck first, but not enough, losing Game 1 of the NLCS to the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke breakdown what went wrong and how the team can bounce back in Game 2.

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   E81 · 8 Oct 2026 · 9 min

   Dodgers Debate NLDS GAME 4: The Dodgers ADvance to the NLCS

   The three-peat is still on as the Los Angeles Dodgers won Game 4 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson discuss how the team dominated the Braves and what is ahead as the Dodgers try to get to the World Series.

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   E80 · 7 Oct 2026 · 13 min

   Dodgers Debate NLDS Game 3: Yamamoto Dominates, October Kiké arrives

   The Los Angeles Dodgers won Game 3 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves 3-1, but the story is the pitching domination by Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson discuss that and Kiké Hernández’s October arrival.

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   E79 · 5 Oct 2026 · 8 min

   Dodgers Debate NLDS Game 2: Bats go cold

   The Atlanta Braves took Game 2 of the NLDS, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2. The series heads to Atlanta tied, with the Braves’ best pitchers looming. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at what went wrong and what the team has to be concerned about.

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   E78 · 4 Oct 2026 · 10 min

   Dodgers Debate: Tarik Skubal dominates as bats come alive

   The Los Angeles Dodgers take defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in NLDS Game 1. Tarik Skubal dominated and the Dodgers hit 3 home runs. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson break down what the team did right to take Game 1.

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   E76 · 29 Sep 2026 · 16 min

   Dodgers Debate: Who do the Dodgers want in the NLDS?

   The Dodgers are in the playoffs. Shocking, breaking news. They did get a first round bye which, snark aside, is sort of shocking. Now, they wait to find out who they play in the NLDS. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee pick which team, the Chicago Cubs or the San Diego Padres, they hope the Dodgers play.

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   E75 · 22 Sep 2026 · 16 min

   Introducing: House of Troy

   House of Troy is a new podcast from LA Times Studios tracing the rise and fall of USC football, from coach Pete Carroll’s back-to-back national titles in the 2000s, to the Reggie Bush scandal, to the series of missteps that followed. It’ll feature exclusive interviews with coaches, players, and USC officials who saw it all up close — and shine new light on how a college football dynasty came undone.

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   E74 · 18 Sep 2026 · 21 min

   Dodgers Debate: Playoff bound! But, World Series bound?

   In news that you knew was coming, the Dodgers won the NL West. Now, the team is still fighting for that first round bye they definitely need as many on the team heal up. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at their possible postseason roster.

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   E72 · 4 Sep 2026 · 17 min

   Dodgers Debate: Can this team turn it around in a month?

   Shohei Ohtani is hurt. The Dodgers’ rotation is injured. The team is in a fairly long slump and a first round bye isn’t remotely guaranteed. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at what the team needs to do right now (hint: shut Ohtani down from everything) to get ready for the postseason.

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    E71 · 27 Aug 2026 · 17 min

    Dodgers Debate: There's hope! The Dodgers have big names coming back

    It’s hot. It’s not great for the Dodgers. They’ve looked a bit lost since the All-Star break. But, rejoice! Will Smith is coming! Shohei Ohtani, as a pitcher, is returning! Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson talk about Tarik Skubal's Detroit return and how the Dodgers are adjusting to getting players back and ready for the postseason.