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The Supreme Court today overturned the nationwide right to an abortion. Congressman Adam Schiff says the court’s opinion could lead to other rights being taken away.

The Supreme Court today overturned the nationwide right to an abortion. Congressman Adam Schiff says the court’s opinion could lead to other rights being taken away. Law professor Jessica Levinson says in the short term, the feds could cut regulations on abortion pills.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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Midterm elections: Will Dems benefit from SCOTUS overturning Roe?

KCRW looks at the potential political impact of the Supreme Court’s abortion decision, and what may happen during the midterm elections.

Tell KCRW: How will your life change by SCOTUS striking down Roe v. Wade?

KCRW wants to know: How will the elimination of federally-protected abortion rights change your life?

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Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the Roe decision, here are key takeaways of what to expect for abortion in California.

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 Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly civilized yet provocative confrontation over politics, policy and pop culture.

Left, Right & Center

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Fanatic! I hope you had a great week. I’ve been checking out some records over the last few days. These two were excellent.

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As a bassist to the stars, you won’t find many solos on Saya Gray’s debut album “19 Masters.”

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"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

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"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

from LeRoy Downs

Featuring selections that range from carefully curated music from around the world with unique gems and quality tracks that will satisfy the needs of even the most discerning music…

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Featuring selections that range from carefully curated music from around the world with unique gems and quality tracks that will satisfy the needs of even the most discerning music…

from Jason Kramer

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Raul Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, bringing essential cuts from around the world and a little closer to home -- from soulful grooves and fresh remixes…

Raul Campos' playlist, June 26, 2022

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Chris Douridas' playlist, June 26, 2022

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KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

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KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Fanatic. In tough times, keep the music playing. I am grateful for the opportunity to gather all these tunes for you and I hope the show allows you some enjoyment.

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Fanatic. In tough times, keep the music playing. I am grateful for the opportunity to gather all these tunes for you and I hope the show allows you some enjoyment.

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Metropolis playlist, June 25, 2022.

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Indie found sounds, nostalgic guilty pleasures, and introspective piano solos to help you feel deeply and move freely through life.

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Cultural historian Siva Vaidhyanathan says shame can be used as an instrument for social justice, but that, like any instrument of social control, it can also be abused and can have…

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from Life Examined

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from Life Examined

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

A one world celebration - truly global grooves from all decades and all corners of the earth.

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