Top Stories & Episodes
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The BusinessPalme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi on ‘It Was Just an Accident’ and returning to Iran under legal threat
Kim Masters talks with Academy Award nominated Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi about his Palme d’Or winning film It Was Just an Accident. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni report on the latest developments in the Warner Bros. sale.
KCRW ReportsFender is transforming Altadena’s burned trees into guitars
Fender plans to craft four unique guitars and auction them off for charity. The first guitar sold for $13,700.
The TreatmentThe Treat: Josh Safdie
The Oscar nominated director talks about a formative film that mirrored the personal drama of his childhood.
Second OpinionWhy Dying Needs More Than Medicine
Dying is hard to accept. End-of-life doulas want to help.
Left, Right & CenterTexas Dems are stuck on identity politics with Senate race at stake
Will intraparty fighting blow up the Texas Senate primary for both Democrats and Republicans? Plus, the House just passed a bipartisan housing package. Are real solutions to the affordability crisis on the horizon?
KCRW ReportsGustavo Arellano: Nithya Raman is no Zohran Mamdani
The councilwoman progressive history is compared with the popular newly elected East Coast mayor.
KCRW ReportsHollywood production booms ... vertically
KCRW visited an Encino-based production company on set as they filmed a vertical microdrama - a bright spot for Hollywood production.
Good FoodNew Orleans street food lets the good times roll
Plus: Asian heritage chefs in the White House, thickening agents in pies and the fight to prevent tainted baby formula.
The Sam Sanders ShowNia DaCosta: Why is Real Life Scarier Than Horror Films?
The director speaks on the art of gore and the horrors of Hollywood.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandSki patrol deaths at Mammoth Mountain prompt scrutiny
Plus, how Infinite Jest is not just a novel for pretentious guys (according to one female novelist at least), our weekly film reviews, and a new Stanford dating app may be the antidote to swiping.
The TreatmentChloé Zhao on showing all the seasons of life in her work
The Oscar-winning director talks about what Sundance has meant to her.
Weekend Film ReviewsWeekend Film Reviews: 'Wuthering Heights,' 'Crime 101'
Wuthering Heights is "deliciously entertaining ... and not as sexy as it could have been."
Question EverythingThe Dangers of Being a Journalist
What the Question Everything team is reporting on, and living through.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandHow ICE is defying court orders to release immigrants
Plus, what a rollback of a landmark environmental policy could mean, how peptides became the “it drug” in the wellness world, and the history of romcoms from the screwball era to today.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandHumanity’s first trip to the moon in 53 years is weeks away
Plus, new reporting from The New York Times reveals Jeffrey Epstein had hidden cameras in his homes, ICE is recording and identifying people to be deported with technology that’s far from reliable, and Evan Kleiman has a can’t-miss Valentine’s Day idea.
KCRW ReportsLong Beach embraces cosmic manufacturing
With companies building everything from space stations to satellites that can fight other satellites, "Space Beach" is planning for a zero-gravity future.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandDecoding the political messages in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show
Plus, a last-minute addition upends the LA mayor’s race, Instagram and YouTube face accusations their algorithms are addictive, and Tesla kills its iconic models S and X in favor of…humanoid robots.
The TreatmentYorgos Lanthimos on not giving all the answers in Bugonia
The director talks about his origins as a filmmaker and embracing ambiguity.
The BusinessSteamrollers, record breakers, and late surges: Inside the 2026 Oscar nominees
Kim Masters and The Hollywood Reporter’s Scott Feinberg break down the 2026 Oscar nominees. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni dig into the power shifts at Disney, including Josh D’Amaro’s appointment as CEO.
The TreatmentThe Treat: Guillermo del Toro
The Oscar-winning director celebrates a controversial filmmaker whose work went deeper than the scandal.
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Follow the Money: What Super Bowl Health Ads Really Sell
Most medical commercials aren't made in the name of public health. 
Left, Right & CenterCongress takes up ICE reforms, Trump calls to “nationalize” voting
Democrats say they won’t fund the Department of Homeland Security without restrictions on federal immigration agents. Plus, does Trump’s call to “nationalize” voting threaten a free and fair midterm election?
Good FoodOur PieFest & Contest is back!
Plus: A powerful pie documentary, Puerto Rican party food, a loverly chocolate tart, the best Mexican restaurants, and hydroponic tomatoes at the farmers market.
Weekend Film ReviewsWeekend Film Reviews: 'Pillion,' 'Dracula'
A vampire flick, a BDSM rom-com, and a movie about a possessed vacuum cleaner?
Press Play with Madeleine BrandChuck Klosterman argues football’s hold on America will fade away
Plus, more candidates consider running for LA mayor after a critical Los Angeles Times story about Mayor Karen Bass, and our film critics tackle a man in love with vacuum cleaner and a BDSM “dom-com.”
The Sam Sanders ShowHow Did Therapy Change Sherry Cola’s Comedy?
How comedian Sherry Cola learned to laugh through the pain.
KCRW ReportsBehind those 'WE BUY SOULS' signs you’ve seen all over town
The artist who posted the signs now has an art exhibit that explores capitalism, religion, and the toll these systems take on our souls.
KCRW ReportsHow a rent control battle turned WeHo into a city
A new book explains how a grassroots group of “LGBTQ community members, renters, and old, lefty seniors” led the charge to incorporate West Hollywood in 1984.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandLAPD won’t enforce ICE mask ban. Is it legal?
Plus, the latest Epstein files include LA28 chairman Casey Wasserman, LA County reports two measles cases as an outbreak surges in South Carolina, and how to create music kids and their parents will like.
KCRW ReportsSouth LA eatery returns with a speakeasy twist
Harun Coffee in Leimert Park is back, complete with live music and entertainment.
KCRW ReportsO.C. students in red districts protest ICE
Hundreds of high schoolers held walkouts recently in conservative cities.
Latest Playlists
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Raul CamposRaul Campos' playlist: February 15, 2026
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock.
John TejadaJohn Tejada Spins Nothing But Love Songs (February 14, 2026)
John Tejada spins nothing but love songs this Valentine's Day.
LUXXURYLUXXURY’s Valentine’s Eve "A Whole Lotta Love & Anti-love Songs" (February 13, 2026)
LUXXURY presents his Valentine’s Eve show, "A Whole Lotta Love & Anti-love Songs"
SiLVASiLVA's Love is the Drug Valentine's Day Show (February 14, 2026)
SiLVA celebrates Valentine's Day with classic house and deep breaks to get your heart pumping. Enjoy the sounds of Deee-Lite, Roni Griffith, Cassius and many more.
Anne LittAnne Litt's playlist: February 14, 2026
New rhythms. Sonic memory lanes. Everything else in between.
Tyler "Boogie" BoudreauxBoogie Boudreaux celebrates Mardi Gras anthems and love jams
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat.
Resident DJRESIDENT DJ 019: POLO & PAN
Polo & Pan, the Paris-born electronic duo of Paul Armand-Delille and Alexandre Grynszpan, are known for their dreamy blend of house, disco, and global rhythms. With hits like “Canopée” and “Ani Kuni,” they return with their new album 22:22. They join KCRW as our Resident DJ for February 2026.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: A special remix for bday twins D'Angelo & Brandy
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Special Guest Matt Helders (Arctic Monkeys) + Tapestry turns 55
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Remembering The Highlife of Ebo Taylor
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Chris DouridasChris Douridas soundtracks a noble quest for the loving and the lyrical
Genre-defying sounds, from fresh cuts to timeless gems.- Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux
Boogie Boudreaux rocks flavors of darkwave, trip hop, post-punk & funk
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat. - Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux
Boogie Boudreaux shares sunny electronic grooves & hypnotic indie pop
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat. Filling in for Raul Campos.
Dan WilcoxDan Wilcox Celebrates 20 Years of 'Donuts'
New discoveries, remixes, rarities, b-sides, and classics. This week, Dan Wilcox dips into a masterpiece celebrating a 20-year anniversary: J Dilla's Donuts.
LeRoy DownsLeRoy Downs presents Black His Story from back in the day to today
Exploring the multitudes contained within jazz.
Raul CamposRaul Campos provides beam of musical sunshine on a warm winter Saturday afternoon! (February 7, 2026)
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock.- John Tejada
John Tejada's playlyst: February 7, 2026
John Tejada crafts seamless journeys through electronic music, blending deep cuts and future sounds to connect the underground's past with its evolving future. 
SiLVAClaptone takes over the airwaves with SiLVA for a guest mix (February 7, 2026)
A dance-forward mix spanning all genres.
Anne LittAnne Litt's playlist: February 7, 2026
New rhythms. Sonic memory lanes. Everything else in between.- LUXXURY
LUXXURY's playlist: February 6, 2026
LUXXURY plays a mix of post-punk and proto-punk from disco to dub new wave to darkwave and from stoner rock to rocksteady. 
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Oscar de Jong (Kraak & Smaak) Special Guest DJ Set
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Jason Bentley's MetropolisMetropolis: Groove Armada, Polo & Pan remixed, Apparat, Claptone
Jason Bentley captures a hypnotic pulse of modern city life.
Jason Bentley's MetropolisMetropolis: New Snakehips, Claptone, Apparat, and Happy Mondays remixed!
Jason Bentley captures a hypnotic pulse of modern city life.
- Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux
Boogie Boudreaux raids the music library & spins grunge and global grooves
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat. - Resident DJ
RESIDENT DJ 018: POLO & PAN
Polo & Pan, the Paris-born electronic duo of Paul Armand-Delille and Alexandre Grynszpan, are known for their dreamy blend of house, disco, and global rhythms. With hits like “Canopée” and “Ani Kuni,” they return with their new album 22:22. They join KCRW as our Resident DJ for February 2026. 
Ro "Wyldeflower" ContrerasWildflower serves up a set of rare, obscure, and mindfully curated music
Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: A Valley Hip Hop Classic + The Pointer Sisters Pinball Number Count
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
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Morning Becomes Eclectic: The Impact of Fleetwood Mac's Rumours, 49 years later
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Chuck Negron's iconic delivery of "Jeremiah Was A Bullgfrog"!
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Music Shows & DJs
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Resident DJ
Polo & Pan drop original mixes just for KCRW. Every Friday in February.
LUXXURY
LUXXURY plays a mix of post-punk and proto-punk from disco to dub new wave to darkwave and from stoner rock to rocksteady.John Tejada
John Tejada crafts seamless journeys through electronic music, blending deep cuts and future sounds to connect the underground's past with its evolving future.
Peanut Butter Wolf
Peanut Butter Wolf digs through his crates of over 50,000 records, as well as digital crates of tons of unreleased music, to favor the underdog.
Morning Becomes Eclectic
Novena Carmel hosts KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Henry Rollins
A mix of all kinds, from all over and all time.
Jason Bentley's Metropolis
Capturing the hypnotic pulse of modern city life.Anne Litt
New rhythms. Sonic memory lanes. Everything else in between.
Chris Douridas
Genre-defying sounds, from fresh cuts to timeless gems.
Raul Campos
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock.
SiLVA
A dance-forward mix spanning all genres.Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat.Dan Wilcox
New discoveries, remixes, rarities, b-sides, and classics.
LeRoy Downs
Exploring the multitudes contained within jazz.Francesca Harding
Music to make you feel.
Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras
A globe-trotting journey through new and classic rhythms.
KCRW Original Shows & Podcasts
Left, Right & Center
Different takes. Same table.
Good Food
We’ll feed your belly and your curiosity.
The Sam Sanders Show
Big questions & hot takes on pop culture.
Question Everything
Fight for the truth. New episodes every Thursday.
The Business
Inside Hollywood with all the deals, drama, and decision-makers.
The Treatment
The most interesting and influential figures in entertainment.
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.
KCRW Reports
Original reporting and interviews bring you the stories of LA.
Lost Notes
This season on Lost Notes: Groupies. Women of the Sunset Strip from the Pill to Punk.
Weekend Film Reviews
The best film reviewers in the business give you recommendations on what to see and what to skip each week.
Bodies
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. Once you peel back the layers, more questions emerge. Created by Allison Behringer and supported by KCRW.
Life Examined
KCRW's Life Examined is a one-hour weekly show exploring science, philosophy, faith — and finding meaning in the modern world. The show is hosted by Jonathan Bastian. Please tune in Sundays at 9 a.m., or find it as a podcast.
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5 Things To Do This Week
What to do with your free time in LA.
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5 Songs to Hear This Week
Must-hear tracks, curated by KCRW’s music team.
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Local Newsletter
From Santa Barbara to Orange County, Los Angeles to Riverside — and points between — get the best local stories to your inbox every week.
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Music Insider
New tracks, free music downloads, and live performances, curated by legendary KCRW DJ Anne Litt.
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Art Insider
Let KCRW's art expert Carolina A. Miranda share where and how art and design are transforming LA's cultural landscape.
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The Good Food Newsletter
Weekly food recommendations and story roundups from the Good Food podcast. Written by Evan Kleiman.
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Entertainment Newsletter
A look into who and what’s shaping the entertainment we consume.
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Sam Sanders Newsletter
Find out what pop culture Sam can’t stop thinking about, plus behind-the-scenes tidbits that didn’t make the show.
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Design & Architecture Newsletter
Frances Anderton's dispatches on the world of design and architecture, and a roundup of related events.
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KCRW Insider
The best of KCRW – new music, new podcasts, events, and more.
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Top 30 Albums Of The Week
A list of the top 30 albums in KCRW’s on-air rotation.
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Second Opinion
Dr. Michael Wilkes offers an alternative perspective on medical ideas.
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No Strings Attached with Big Black Delta
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The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, Living Hour, Le Pain
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