Guest DJ Project

KCRW's Guest DJ Project invites an array of cultural icons to share and discuss songs that have inspired and moved them with KCRW DJs. Actors, authors, chefs, athletes, directors, tech entrepreneurs and more share their musical passions, giving deep insight into both their lives and their creative process. Check back each week for new sessions with notable guests in this ongoing exclusive feature.

Natasha Leggero

hosted by Anne Litt
Stand-up comic and actress Natasha Leggero shares her musical alter ego for her Guest DJ Project set. more >>

Jason Sudeikis

Actor and Saturday Night Live cast member Jason Sudeikis talks about the songs that shaped him through his suburban Kansas upbringing. more >>

Sage Vaughn

LA-based artist Sage Vaughn is best known for his wildlife series and many of his paintings are titled after song lyrics. more >>

Five Year Anniversary Episode

hosted by Rachel Reynolds
Tears have been shed, dedications have been made but most of all we’ve heard many moving stories about success, failure, love, loss, regret and joy. more >>

Gary Baseman

hosted by Anthony Valadez
Artist, illustrator, animator, and toy designer Gary Baseman believes strongly that art isn’t precious, it’s magical. more >>

Jonathan Lethem

hosted by Eric J. Lawrence
Critically-acclaimed author and former MacArthur fellow Jonathan Lethem looks for a certain dynamism in his music. more >>

Michael Maltzan

hosted by Anthony Valadez
Architect Michael Maltzan has designed prestigious museums, luxurious private residences and social housing in Downtown LA. more >>

Leslie Ann Jones

hosted by Eric J. Lawrence
Leslie Ann Jones is a multiple Grammy-award winning recording engineer and Director of Music Recording and Scoring at Skywalker Sound. more >>

Demian Bichir

hosted by Raul Campos
Demian Bichiris part of a family that is acting royalty in Mexico and he dedicates much of his Guest DJ set to his artistic upbringing and his loved ones. His tastes range … more >>

Elliott Gould

hosted by Eric J. Lawrence
Actor Elliott Gould shares a set of songs from artists who represent his philosophies about life, from the idealism of Pete Seeger’s folk songs to the political poetry … more >>