Nearly one million Russians have left the country since the start of the war with Ukraine in 2022. In this episode, Karyn Bower and Armand Sicat are joined by Elena Andreeva and Julia Olivares, Russian immigrants and advocates navigating the war's impact on their families and the local Russian community in Orange County and Los Angeles. Andreeva and Olivares are are part of a group organizing rallies for peace to foster community and support for the Russian diaspora and others who oppose the war.

The PACT Act of 2022 expanded health care and benefits to veterans with presumptive conditions from exposure to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. With more than four billion dollars already distributed, the PACT Act is a significant milestone in supporting veterans and survivors. This episode of OC In Focus covers the PACT Act, Veterans Resource Centers on college campuses, how veterans can get connected to benefits beyond education, housing, and mental health services.

In this episode of OC In Focus, we delve into the critical work of supporting survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking in Orange County. We sit down with Dr. Nefta Pereda, Chief Programs Officer at Radiant Futures, an organization working to build safer Orange County communities.

On this episode of OC In Focus, we delve into the complex issue of homelessness in Orange County. Joined by Dr. Pooja Bhalla, CEO of the Illumination Foundation, we explore the critical need for a comprehensive system of care.

This week on OC In Focus we’re joined by Steve Cederquist, the author of "Get Out Alive: Inspiring Journey from Streets to Success."

On this episode of OC In Focus we’re joined by Daniel Kim, co-founder of The Dragon Kim Foundation.