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Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to complete Senator Dianne Feinstein's term in the Senate. Will she run for the full term?

Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to complete Senator Dianne Feinstein's term in the Senate. Will she run for the full term?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The El Sereno GreenGrocer is a love letter to tienditas

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Broadway hit ‘Hadestown’ returns to LA, where it all began

For just 12 days, Hadestown is returning to Los Angeles, the city where two producers began to develop the original album into a hit musical.

Coming to a theater near you: Beyoncé and Taylor Swift concert films

The Renaissance and Eras Tours are hitting the big screen. It’s an economic boost and a way for fans to access the musicians without spending big bucks on live concerts.

Corinne Bailey Rae’s ‘Black Rainbows’ delights in diaspora

Corinne Bailey Rae talks about Black Rainbows, her most recent album that took seven years to make and was inspired by Chicago artist Theaster Gates.

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Bookworm, a premier literary talk show providing intellectual, accessible, and provocative literary conversations. Hosted by Michael Silverblatt at KCRW.com.

 Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly politics show where we take on the tough, divisive issues you’re afraid to talk about with your own family.

Left, Right & Center

Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly politics show where we take on the tough, divisive issues you’re afraid to talk about with your own family.

 She was the most influential American DJ you’ve never heard of. Deirdre O’Donoghue was a vital force in the musical underground of the 1980s.

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LeRoy Downs

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Jason Kramer

Carefully curated music from around the world.

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Jeremy Sole

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Little Dragon returns to KCRW to rock the Annenberg Performance Studio. Sample cuts from their new LP “Slugs Of Love,” alongside classics like “Ritual Union.”

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Food historian Christina Ward documents the practical and spiritual ways that religion shapes what we eat.

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Reagan’s legacy loomed over this week’s GOP debate. But do candidates’ policies line up with his vision? Plus, Trump and Biden make their pitch to auto workers.

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Let’s go back to August 1977, when Fleetwood Mac returned to their adopted home of Los Angeles to play three sold-out nights at The Fabulous Forum on the Rumours tour for nearly 50,000…

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 Meet the the final four flour and corn contenders in the 2023 Tortilla Tournament

Meet the the final four flour and corn contenders in the 2023 Tortilla Tournament

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The El Sereno GreenGrocer is a love letter to tienditas

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 Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein’s Senate seat. Will she seek full term?

Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein’s Senate seat. Will she seek full term?

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Jordan Brandman blew whistle on Anaheim ‘cabal.’ His death raises questions

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Supreme Court takes up free speech, gun rights

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Today’s Top Tune: Rozi Plain - ‘Painted The Room’

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 ‘The Creator’ director Gareth Edwards on AI, Hollywood, and ‘Rogue One’ drama

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 Broadway hit ‘Hadestown’ returns to LA, where it all began

Broadway hit ‘Hadestown’ returns to LA, where it all began

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‘Across the Spider-Verse’ director Kemp Powers on Charles Johnson’s ‘Middle Passage’

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Jordan Brandman was a former Anaheim City Council member who resigned amid scandal and eventually became a whistleblower. He died over the weekend.

Jordan Brandman blew whistle on Anaheim ‘cabal.’ His death raises questions

Jordan Brandman was a former Anaheim City Council member who resigned amid scandal and eventually became a whistleblower. He died over the weekend.

from Greater LA

The Supreme Court's term begins today, and this year the justices will consider big cases concerning the administrative state, free speech, voting rights, and guns.

Supreme Court takes up free speech, gun rights

The Supreme Court's term begins today, and this year the justices will consider big cases concerning the administrative state, free speech, voting rights, and guns.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, 90, died last week. The centrist sought bipartisan solutions and advocated for gun control, reproductive rights, and environmental issues.

Looking back at Dianne Feinstein’s long legacy in US Senate

U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, 90, died last week. The centrist sought bipartisan solutions and advocated for gun control, reproductive rights, and environmental issues.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Pachyman's vibes are juuuust right to get your week “Switched-On.”

5 Songs to Hear This Week: Pachyman, Laura Misch, Kah-Lo

Pachyman's vibes are juuuust right to get your week “Switched-On.”

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Loving KCRW legacy acts is in the air as we celebrate Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Black Rainbows,” and Mayer Hawthorne’s forthcoming LP “For All Time.”

MBE playlist Oct. 2: Legacy loves: Corinne Bailey Rae and Mayer Hawthorne

Loving KCRW legacy acts is in the air as we celebrate Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Black Rainbows,” and Mayer Hawthorne’s forthcoming LP “For All Time.”

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

Hailing from London’s creative epicenter, Rozi Plain stitches a cosmic sonic quilt on “Painted The Room.”

Today’s Top Tune: Rozi Plain - ‘Painted The Room’

Hailing from London’s creative epicenter, Rozi Plain stitches a cosmic sonic quilt on “Painted The Room.”

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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.

LeRoy Downs' playlist, October 1, 2023

"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…

Jason Kramer's playlist, October 1, 2023

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

A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

Jeremy Sole's playlist, October 1, 2023

A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

from Jeremy Sole

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 October 1, 2023

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…

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House, disco, trip hop, oldies and all of the deep cuts in between.

SiLVA's playlist, October 1, 2023

House, disco, trip hop, oldies and all of the deep cuts in between.

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Author and former professional poker player Annie Duke explores why quitting should be viewed more favorably and shares some strategies on knowing when to walk away.

The art of quitting: Is there wisdom in walking away?

Author and former professional poker player Annie Duke explores why quitting should be viewed more favorably and shares some strategies on knowing when to walk away.

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What drives substance abuse is complex and treatment requires a dual approach

Substance Abuse Part 1

What drives substance abuse is complex and treatment requires a dual approach

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

Nassir Nassirzadeh's playlist, October 1, 2023

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

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Fanatic! I’m sitting on the bus in Stroudsburg, PA. The show concluded a few hours ago. In about three hours, we’re heading for Fairfield, CT.

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Fanatic! I’m sitting on the bus in Stroudsburg, PA. The show concluded a few hours ago. In about three hours, we’re heading for Fairfield, CT.

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Metropolis playlist, September 30, 2023.

Metropolis playlist, September 30, 2023

Metropolis playlist, September 30, 2023.

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Fasten your rocket seat belts - you will be going on a cosmic sonic adventure...From house and electro to world rhythms and beyond, Valida’s mixes are seamless as she takes her…

Valida's playlist, September 30, 2023

Fasten your rocket seat belts - you will be going on a cosmic sonic adventure...From house and electro to world rhythms and beyond, Valida’s mixes are seamless as she takes her…

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A balanced diet of indie grooves, modern psych, alternative R&B and straight up rock and roll.

Tyler Boudreaux's playlist, September 30, 2023

A balanced diet of indie grooves, modern psych, alternative R&B and straight up rock and roll.

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