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The authors of “Out of Office” discuss how telecommuting can make people feel an unhealthy need to constantly work, and why it’s problematic to tie so much of your identity to your…

The authors of “Out of Office” discuss how telecommuting can make people feel an unhealthy need to constantly work, and why it’s problematic to tie so much of your identity to your job.

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André Leon Talley schooled Anna Wintour in fashion, showed how clothes can transform lives

André Leon Talley was the first Black man to serve as Vogue’s creative director, pushing for racial and gender diversity in fashion. He died Tuesday at age 73.

How might 5G cellphone towers affect airplane safety?

Today AT&T and Verizon activated 5G service to millions of cellphones in select U.S. cities. But if you live within two miles of an airport, you’re stuck with 4G.

Live from Anne’s Backyard: Damon Albarn

In Damon Albarn’s only in-person interview around his new solo album, the Blur and Gorillaz frontman discusses making “The Nearer the Fountain,” harmonic destinations, and scoring the Icelandic sunrise.

Texas hostage situation is anti-Jew hate, says LA rabbi

Following Saturday’s hostage situation in Texas, LA rabbi Steve Leder shares why local places of worship prioritize security training.

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 Each week, Sam Sanders interviews people in the culture who deserve your attention. Plus weekly wraps of the news with other journalists.

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 Each episode of this documentary series begins with a medical mystery. Sometimes the sickness is in the body, and sometimes the sickness is in the system.

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Bradley Cooper has two films out — “Licorice Pizza” and “Nightmare Alley.” In the first of a two-part interview, Cooper tells KCRW how he prepared for each role.

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Death Cab for Cutie’s Ben Gibbard has been hard at work on “Ocean Child,” his curated tribute compilation to the songs of Yoko Ono, featuring a wide range of guests including We Are…

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 ‘Strangeland’: K-town murders probed by famed interpreter Sharon Choi

‘Strangeland’: K-town murders probed by famed interpreter Sharon Choi

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 KCRW Features

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for January 19, 2022

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 Fufu: How to make, eat, and what to pair with the West African staple

Fufu: How to make, eat, and what to pair with the West African staple

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Rearing its pointy head at the market: Conehead cabbage

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Has California seen the end of gas stoves?

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 CA universal health care: Would you pay more taxes for it?

CA universal health care: Would you pay more taxes for it?

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 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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 KCRW's Top 30: Bonobo ascends, The Weeknd holds, and Moonchild joins the party

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 André Leon Talley schooled Anna Wintour in fashion, showed how clothes can transform lives

André Leon Talley schooled Anna Wintour in fashion, showed how clothes can transform lives

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

2 chromatically different kinds of art: Rodrigo Valenzuela, Katherina Olschbaur

 Greater LA

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All women will eventually go through menopause, which brings hot flashes, impaired sleep, dry skin, weight gain, and more.

Menopause: Massive estrogen withdrawal transforms women’s bodies, what to do about it

All women will eventually go through menopause, which brings hot flashes, impaired sleep, dry skin, weight gain, and more.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

A new nature preserve in the Tehachapi Mountains and Southern Sierra Nevada aims to become a sanctuary for California’s iconic species to adjust to climate change.

Randall Preserve: Expansive wildlife corridor debuts 2 hours from LA

A new nature preserve in the Tehachapi Mountains and Southern Sierra Nevada aims to become a sanctuary for California’s iconic species to adjust to climate change.

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The Biden administration is offering four free antigen COVID tests to each household in the U.S., and signups open today. Test results are available within 30 minutes.

Looking for COVID rapid tests? Sign up for free White House program

The Biden administration is offering four free antigen COVID tests to each household in the U.S., and signups open today. Test results are available within 30 minutes.

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A new podcast spearheaded by renowned interpreter Sharon Choi questions whether justice was served after three people were found murdered in a Koreatown apartment nearly two decades…

‘Strangeland’: K-town murders probed by famed interpreter Sharon Choi

A new podcast spearheaded by renowned interpreter Sharon Choi questions whether justice was served after three people were found murdered in a Koreatown apartment nearly two decades…

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COVID-19 ushered in a wave of changes, and for some, that meant a change of address, as Californians looked to new places for different opportunities.

Moved out of LA due to COVID? KCRW wants to hear from you

COVID-19 ushered in a wave of changes, and for some, that meant a change of address, as Californians looked to new places for different opportunities.

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Assemblymember Ash Kalra defends AB 1400, his bill that would establish California universal health care by taxing businesses and citizens.

CA universal health care: Would you pay more taxes for it?

Assemblymember Ash Kalra defends AB 1400, his bill that would establish California universal health care by taxing businesses and citizens.

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Two very different exhibits recently opened in LA: Rodrigo Valenzuela’s “New Work for a Post-Worker’s World” at Luis de Jesus, and Katherina Olschbaur’s “Live Flesh” at Nicodim.

2 chromatically different kinds of art: Rodrigo Valenzuela, Katherina Olschbaur

Two very different exhibits recently opened in LA: Rodrigo Valenzuela’s “New Work for a Post-Worker’s World” at Luis de Jesus, and Katherina Olschbaur’s “Live Flesh” at Nicodim.

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Today marks one year since President Joe Biden was sworn into office.

Watch live: Biden holds first formal press conference of 2022

Today marks one year since President Joe Biden was sworn into office.

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The threat of war looms along the Russian-Ukrainian border, where nearly 100,000 Russian troops are stationed. The White House says Russia could attack Ukraine at any point.

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The threat of war looms along the Russian-Ukrainian border, where nearly 100,000 Russian troops are stationed. The White House says Russia could attack Ukraine at any point.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Now that we officially have our second Top 30 chart of 2022 posted, the real fun can begin. Who’s up? Who’s down? Who’s brand new to the party?

KCRW's Top 30: Bonobo ascends, The Weeknd holds, and Moonchild joins the party

Now that we officially have our second Top 30 chart of 2022 posted, the real fun can begin. Who’s up? Who’s down? Who’s brand new to the party?

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David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for January 19, 2022.

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for January 19, 2022

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for January 19, 2022.

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Compelling songwriter, guitarist, social activist, and producer Jelly Cleaver has been unifying the London Jazz and DIY indie scene with her own mix of slinky, emotive sizzle, as heard…

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Compelling songwriter, guitarist, social activist, and producer Jelly Cleaver has been unifying the London Jazz and DIY indie scene with her own mix of slinky, emotive sizzle, as heard…

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Music to make you feel.

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Music to make you feel.

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Travis Holcombe's playlist, January 18, 2022

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This week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes Tabitha Jackson, Director of the Sundance Film Festival. This year’s festival has shifted to an online format because of the pandemic.

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This week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes Tabitha Jackson, Director of the Sundance Film Festival. This year’s festival has shifted to an online format because of the pandemic.

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Selections ranging from the return of Bob Moses to down-home bluegrass courtesy of Sad Daddy honor KCRW’s commitment to eclecticism.

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Cutting or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions is the aim of two new developments in Valencia and Tejon Ranch.

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Cutting or eliminating greenhouse gas emissions is the aim of two new developments in Valencia and Tejon Ranch.

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The primary election for Orange County’s next district attorney is in June. Candidates Todd Spitzer and Pete Hardin are already duking it out in the public square.

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The primary election for Orange County’s next district attorney is in June. Candidates Todd Spitzer and Pete Hardin are already duking it out in the public square.

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