Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Venice High School Arrests, Wikipedia’s Feminist Makeover and Chinatown
We start today with a look at the sexual assault allegations at Venice High School: A defense lawyer explains the legal issues at play, a teacher at the school describes concerns about the lax security system there, and a we hear from a woman who works with schools on preventing sexual assault.
By Madeleine Brand • • 50m ListenWe start today with a look at the sexual assault allegations at Venice High School: A defense lawyer explains the legal issues at play, a teacher at the school describes concerns about the lax security system there, and a we hear from a woman who works with schools on preventing sexual assault. Then, New York City cops have been editing Wikipedia pages related to the department. Speaking of Wikipedia, “Press Play” producer Matt Holzman recently attended a Wikipedia editathon aimed at getting more women represented in the online encyclopedia. He tells the story, and also speaks to an artist about how her page was created. And finally, a look at how Chinatown is once again a hot L.A. food destination--just not for Chinese food.
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In this episode
5 storiesVenice High School Shaken by Sexual Assault Allegations
Parents and teachers were shocked when an 11th student was arrested, yesterday, at Venice High School for alleged sex crimes. Ten others, all boys from 14 to 17 years old, were arrested Friday, and police are still looking for three other students.
Read the story11 minPreventing High School Sexual Assaults
In the wake of arrests at Venice High School, we look at how campuses can foster safety and curriculum designed to prevent teen sexual violence. From how to draw boundaries with a partner, to respectful use of social media, groups like Break the Cycle talk with teens about healthy romantic and sexual relationships.
Read the story8 minNYPD Edited Controversial Wikipedia Pages
Anonymous edits to Wikipedia pages that deal with the New York Police Department have been traced to computers on NYPD servers. The edits have appeared in entries on pages like the “Death of Eric Garner,” prominent figures in New York police leadership and the NYPD’s controversial stop-and-frisk program.
Read the story10 minInside a Wikipedia Editathon
When you search Google for “George Washington” or “semiconductor,” the Wikipedia entry is the first thing that comes up. That shouldn't be too surprising - Wikipedia is the seventh most visited website in the world. About 100 million Americans visit every month.
Read the story10 minChinatown Rising
L.A.’s Chinatown has ceded most of its food prestige to the San Gabriel Valley over the past few decades. But lately the neighborhood has been getting its cuisine groove back with a spate of new, trendy restaurants like Pok Pok L.A., Chego and Little Jewel. Surprisingly, none of these new restaurants serve Chinese food.
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