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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.

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Oscars move reveals what YouTube always wanted: to replace TV

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Dec 18, 2025 • 49m Listen

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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.

Show Credits

Madeleine BrandHost, 'Press Play'

Brian HardzinskiManaging Producer, Press Play

Angie PerrinProducer, Press Play

Robin EstrinSenior Producer, Press Play

Jack RossProducer, Press Play

Nihar PatelSenior Producer, Press Play