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Left, Right & CenterOil Markets Hang On Trump’s Every Word About Iran
What does responsible leadership look like when oil and stock prices shift on the President’s word? One of his former advisors suggests he’s manipulating the markets. Plus, the state of America’s national security because of the war and Kristi Noem’s ousting as Homeland Security secretary.
The TreatmentActress Erika Alexander on flexing her comedic muscles in ‘Reggie Dinkins’
The multi-faceted actress talks about her evolution from ‘Living Single’ to ‘Reggie Dinkins.’
The Sam Sanders ShowWhat If You Could Change Your Race? w/ Amy Wang
A new film tackles body horror and belonging.
Weekend Film ReviewsWeekend Film Reviews: ‘Undertone,’ 'Slanted,’ 'Reminders of Him’
A24's 'Undertone' wants to scare you with sound.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandWhat makes good casting as the Oscars add a new category
Plus, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s first public statement raises questions about the health of Iran’s supreme leader. And our weekend film reviews include a Colleen Hoover drama all about yearning.
KCRW ReportsA 2,600-pipe organ keeps the silent movie era alive in SoCal
The vintage Mighty Wurlitzer is still mighty at Old Town Music Hall in El Segundo.
Good FoodMaking Khmer food accessible to everyone
Plus: Cultivating tiny gardens, tomatoes with a surprising shelf life, English peas at the farmers market.
The Sam Sanders ShowKate Hudson: Who Gets to Be Taken Seriously?
From rom coms to songwriting, the actor shares her passions.
Question EverythingAre We Captured Yet? Now Trump’s Pals Are Taking Over CNN
What it means that the American media is being gobbled up by friends of the president.
The TreatmentThe Treat: Matt Wolf
The ‘Pee-wee as Himself’ director celebrates a book about a tragic ‘60s icon.
Left, Right & CenterTrump Goes to War While Congress Sits Back
President Trump launched the U.S. into war with Iran, but the reasons keep shifting. We look at the stakes for Iran, for the region, and for Trump’s presidency. Also, congressional Democrats failed in their effort to check the president’s war powers, and how the midterm elections are shaping up after this week’s first primaries in Texas and more.
Weekend Film ReviewsWeekend Film Reviews: ‘Hoppers,’ ‘The Bride!’
Pixar’s animated film ‘Hoppers’ channels its inner 'Looney Tunes.'
The TreatmentDirector’s Cut: Guillermo del Toro on running toward the fear
The Oscar-winning director explains why he has to do something that scares him in every project.
Good FoodThe struggle to save wine from wildfires
Plus: Nepali dumplings, Somali cuisine, and why flour is the secret to award-winning pies.
The BusinessA check-in with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin
Kim Masters speaks with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin about stepping into the job during a rough year for Hollywood. Plus, Masters and Matt Belloni dig into David Ellison’s plans for HBO Max and Paramount+.
Question EverythingThe Talented Ms. Goldiee
An editor’s quest to uncover the truth about a freelance writer.
Press Play with Madeleine BrandLA has a trash problem. The meth crisis is a big part of it
Plus, the CIA has been secretly arming the Kurds, possibly encouraging them to mount a revolution in Iran, our weekend film reviews, and Evan Kleiman expresses her love for an ugly vegetable.
KCRW ReportsMonterey Park takes some big steps toward a data center ban
Since December, residents and activists have urged Monterey Park's city council to reject a proposed hyperscale data center project.
KCRW ReportsNowruz takes on new meaning for Iranian-Americans
As the U.S. wages a war in Iran, and the Persian New Year approaches, local Iranian-Americans reflect on the holiday.
Latest Playlists
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Tyler "Boogie" BoudreauxWelcoming the season of long days with hot new releases
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat.
Dan WilcoxShake off the time change with a brew of present & future classics
New discoveries, remixes, rarities, b-sides, and classics.
Francesca HardingA set of high energy indie, delectable disco, & groovy Ethio-jazz
Music to make you feel.
Ro "Wyldeflower" ContrerasPsychedelic cumbias, jazz, and 18 years of ZZK Records
Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: New Pearl & The Oysters, Thundercat feat. WILLOW & Rostam
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Haute & Freddy Live from + Arlo Parks Premiere of "Get Go"
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: One of David Gilmour's favorite Pink Floyd Songs
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Raul CamposMusic from Mitzki, Crooked Man, Grace Jones and more, on this LA marathon weekend (March 8, 2026)
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock.- Dan Wilcox
Shake off the time change with a brew of present & future classics
New discoveries, remixes, rarities, b-sides, and classics. - Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux
A Sunday kind of love for the runners & dreamers
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat.
SiLVABreaks, UK bassline and trippy disco with sounds from DJ Minx, Ultra Naté and Sidney Charles (March 7, 2026)
A dance-forward mix spanning all genres.- Raul Campos
It's a weekend groove with music from lovetempo, Kraak & Smaak, Poolside and more (March 7, 2026)
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock. 
John TejadaShape shifting frequencies and an acid attack. Music from Boards of Canada, Cobblestone Jazz and more (March 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.
Anne LittPass the Honey Dijon, and sip The Champagne Supernova with music from Oasis, lovetempo and Tom Misch (March 7, 2026)
New rhythms. Sonic memory lanes. Everything else in between.
LUXXURYThis radio show has opened my eyes (March 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: Asha Puthli & Say She She's Powerful Collaboration for Int'l Women's Day
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
- Francesca Harding
A set of high energy indie, delectable disco, & groovy Ethio-jazz
Music to make you feel. - Morning Becomes Eclectic
Morning Becomes Eclectic: Haute & Freddy Live from + Arlo Parks Premiere of "Get Go"
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Resident DJRESIDENT DJ 022: ADRIAN SHERWOOD
For more than four decades, Adrian Sherwood has been consistently breaking new ground, and has developed a cult-like following via his experiments in dub, reggae, punk, post-punk and bass music. As the founder of the fiercely independent On-U Sound label, he has brought the attention of artists like New Age Steppers, Mark Stewart, African Head Charge, Dub Syndicate, Creation Rebel and Tackhead (feat. Doug Wimbish and Skip Macdonald from the original Sugarhill Gang house band) to the world. Unsurprisingly, Adrian has produced and remixed everyone from The Slits to Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode to The Fall, Blur to Einsturzende Neubauten, Primal Scream and more.
Adrian Sherwood joins KCRW as our Resident DJ for March 2026. This is his first mix in the series.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Arlo Parks Special Guest
KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: World Premiere of Joshua Idehen's redemption song
Anne Litt guests hosts KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Morning Becomes EclecticMorning Becomes Eclectic: Weval Guest DJ Set feat. unreleased edits of Billie Eilish, Madonna & Mk.gee
Anne Litt guests hosts KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Tyler "Boogie" BoudreauxBoogie Boudreaux celebrates the Blood Moon + a guest DJ set from Dee Diggs
Part wax. Part digital. Pure heat.- Dan Wilcox
Dan Wilcox spins global classics and hot new collaborations
New discoveries, remixes, rarities, b-sides, and classics.
- LUXXURY
LUXXURY presents: Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Post-Punk Before Midnight (February 27, 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. - Raul Campos
Raul Campos brings the indie dance and global vibes with music from José Gonzales, LCD Sound System and Bonobo (February 28, 2026)
Soulful grooves, fresh remixes, Latin rhythms, and rock. - John Tejada
John Tejada is bringing a breaker's revenge soundtrack to your speakerbox, with music from Newcleus, L.A. Dream Team and New Order
John Tejada crafts seamless journeys through electronic music, blending deep cuts and future sounds to connect the underground's past with its evolving future. - Anne Litt
Anne Litt plays indie progressive tunes from Moby, Arlo Parks and Beatrix (February 28, 2026)
New rhythms. Sonic memory lanes. Everything else in between. - SiLVA
Toy Tonics label founder KAPOTE, takes over with a guest mix. SiLVA spins new music from Azzecca, Barry Can't Swim and O'Flynn
A dance-forward mix spanning all genres.
- Morning Becomes Eclectic
Morning Becomes Eclectic: Weval Guest DJ Set feat. unreleased edits of Billie Eilish, Madonna & Mk.gee
Anne Litt guests hosts KCRW’s signature music program — defying format since 1977.
Music Shows & DJs
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Resident DJ
Legendary producer Adrian Sherwood drops original mixes just for KCRW. Every Friday in March.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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