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Two years ago, LAUSD funded a plan aimed at closing the achievement gap between Black students and their peers. Now the impact is visible in the high school experiences of two sisters.

Two years ago, LAUSD funded a plan aimed at closing the achievement gap between Black students and their peers. Now the impact is visible in the high school experiences of two sisters.

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Culver City eliminates honors English in attempt to reach racial equity

Culver City has eliminated honors English classes for ninth and 10th graders in an effort to increase racial equity for students. Not all parents are happy.

‘How Do You Measure a Year?’ chronicles a daughter growing up from ages 2 to 18

“How Do You Measure a Year?” is a window into the intimate moments between a parent a child and their love for each other.

Weekend film reviews: ‘Creed III,’ ‘Blueback,’ ‘Operation Fortune’ and more

Critics review the latest film releases: “Creed III,” “Palm Trees and Powerlines,” “Blueback,” and “Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre.”

Global Beat México: Alex Ferreira, Ivana, La Texana

Samba-tinged lullabies from Alex Ferreira, Ivana’s Billie Eilish-esque bedroom pop, and La Texana’s synthpop update via Tijuana.

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 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.

 In-depth interviews with the most innovative & influential people in entertainment, art, and pop culture. Hosted by film critic Elvis Mitchell, at KCRW.com.

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In-depth interviews with the most innovative & influential people in entertainment, art, and pop culture. Hosted by film critic Elvis Mitchell, at KCRW.com.

 Unbelievably true stories of chance encounters that changed the world. A pair of mail-order shoes that led to the film The Outsiders. A secret road to a California paradise.

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Unbelievably true stories of chance encounters that changed the world. A pair of mail-order shoes that led to the film The Outsiders. A secret road to a California paradise.

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Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

A soulful rhythmic journey through time and space... sonic love notes from cities to mountain tops, to the heart of the tropics and into the cosmos.

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FREAKS ONLY

Future beats and a mind-melting mix of fuzz, bass, and funk. Served fresh every weeknight.

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Francesca Harding

Music to make you feel.

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Fanatic! I’m presently in the backstage area of the Kuppelhallen in Stavanger, Norway. The town is a postcard. Blue sky, water, boats, mountains.

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Metropolis playlist February 25, 2023.

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After a year of war and carnage in Ukraine, the fighting continues, and there are no signs of it slowing down.

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Announcing ‘KCRW Series’ at Walt Disney Concert Hall with a cut from Japanese Breakfast’s 2021 opus ‘Jubilee.’

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 Culver City eliminates honors English in attempt to reach racial equity

Culver City eliminates honors English in attempt to reach racial equity

 Greater LA

Blankets, bathrobes … pets? Angelenos are finding creative ways to stay warm

 Greater LA

Bakers, pastry lovers, families: Mark your calendars for PieFest 2023

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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 Sip these favorite soups to keep warm during LA’s unusual storm

Sip these favorite soups to keep warm during LA’s unusual storm

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 COVID might’ve come from a lab leak. Was the conspiracy theory label used too early?

COVID might’ve come from a lab leak. Was the conspiracy theory label used too early?

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If Ron DeSantis enters presidential race, could he beat Trump?

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Why Mexico’s president is trying to undermine fair elections

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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 Global Beat México: Alex Ferreira, Ivana, La Texana

Global Beat México: Alex Ferreira, Ivana, La Texana

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Today’s Top Tune: The Rolling Stones – ‘Miss You’ (Live)

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Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras' playlist, March 2, 2023

 Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

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 Portraying difficult subjects in art can be ‘juicy’ and colorful

Portraying difficult subjects in art can be ‘juicy’ and colorful

 Greater LA

FADE IN: Quentin Tarantino & Pulp Fiction trailer

 FADE IN: Quentin Tarantino & Pulp Fiction

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 ‘How Do You Measure a Year?’ chronicles a daughter growing up from ages 2 to 18

‘How Do You Measure a Year?’ chronicles a daughter growing up from ages 2 to 18

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Weekend film reviews: ‘Creed III,’ ‘Blueback,’ ‘Operation Fortune’ and more

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

‘Stranger at the Gate’: Oscar nominee takes on US veteran PTSD

 Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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Back in 2012, The Stones celebrated their golden anniversary by playing 30 live dates across North America and Europe.

Today’s Top Tune: The Rolling Stones – ‘Miss You’ (Live)

Back in 2012, The Stones celebrated their golden anniversary by playing 30 live dates across North America and Europe.

from Today's Top Tune

Panelists discuss the origins of COVID-19 and misinformation, national implications of Chicago’s mayoral race, and why both political parties should stop freaking out.

COVID might’ve come from a lab leak. Was the conspiracy theory label used too early?

Panelists discuss the origins of COVID-19 and misinformation, national implications of Chicago’s mayoral race, and why both political parties should stop freaking out.

from Left, Right & Center

A soulful rhythmic journey through time and space... sonic love notes from cities to mountain tops, to the heart of the tropics and into the cosmos.

Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras' playlist, March 2, 2023

A soulful rhythmic journey through time and space... sonic love notes from cities to mountain tops, to the heart of the tropics and into the cosmos.

from Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

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, March 2, 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…

from Valida

The world is heavy these days. But art doesn’t have to be when dealing with tough subjects. Two gallery shows up in LA do just that.

Portraying difficult subjects in art can be ‘juicy’ and colorful

The world is heavy these days. But art doesn’t have to be when dealing with tough subjects. Two gallery shows up in LA do just that.

from Greater LA

Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced on Wednesday that it’ll slash the price of insulin. Why does diabetes continue to increase around the globe?

Why is diabetes up? Environment and more obesity, says doctor

Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced on Wednesday that it’ll slash the price of insulin. Why does diabetes continue to increase around the globe?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

As the GOP anticipates Ron DeSantis announcing a 2024 presidential run, KCRW assesses what his campaign could look like, and whether his brand of politics will play as well nationally.

If Ron DeSantis enters presidential race, could he beat Trump?

As the GOP anticipates Ron DeSantis announcing a 2024 presidential run, KCRW assesses what his campaign could look like, and whether his brand of politics will play as well nationally.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Celebrating the lives, profound work, and unparalleled production prowess of two absolute greats — Pulp’s Steve Mackey, and jazz pioneer Wayne Shorter.

MBE playlist Mar. 2: RIP Wayne Shorter and Steve Mackey

Celebrating the lives, profound work, and unparalleled production prowess of two absolute greats — Pulp’s Steve Mackey, and jazz pioneer Wayne Shorter.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

In the tradition of weirdo Britpop, enter trio Pozi, whose restless and playful sound lands somewhere between Television and Wire. Check out “Failing.”

Today’s Top Tune: Pozi – ‘Failing’

In the tradition of weirdo Britpop, enter trio Pozi, whose restless and playful sound lands somewhere between Television and Wire. Check out “Failing.”

from Today's Top Tune

A soulful rhythmic journey through time and space... sonic love notes from cities to mountain tops, to the heart of the tropics and into the cosmos.

Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras' playlist, March 1, 2023

A soulful rhythmic journey through time and space... sonic love notes from cities to mountain tops, to the heart of the tropics and into the cosmos.

from Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

Guest host Valida brings DJ/producer Sweatson Klank’s ‘Reverie,’ and Arlo Parks’ ‘My Soft Machine.’

FREAKS ONLY playlist Mar. 1: Valida guest hosts

Guest host Valida brings DJ/producer Sweatson Klank’s ‘Reverie,’ and Arlo Parks’ ‘My Soft Machine.’

from FREAKS ONLY

The Inflation Reduction Act includes billions of dollars for people to make climate-friendly improvements to their homes. Here’s how to qualify for it.

How to get Inflation Reduction Act money to improve your home

The Inflation Reduction Act includes billions of dollars for people to make climate-friendly improvements to their homes. Here’s how to qualify for it.

from Greater LA

LA has plenty of soups — traditional and unique fusions. Here’s where to get Vietnamese pho, Japanese ramen, clam chowder, vegan pozole, and more.

Sip these favorite soups to keep warm during LA’s unusual storm

LA has plenty of soups — traditional and unique fusions. Here’s where to get Vietnamese pho, Japanese ramen, clam chowder, vegan pozole, and more.

from Greater LA

Staying warm in LA recently hasn’t been easy or cheap. Angelenos share how they’ve been weathering this freezing winter.

Blankets, bathrobes … pets? Angelenos are finding creative ways to stay warm

Staying warm in LA recently hasn’t been easy or cheap. Angelenos share how they’ve been weathering this freezing winter.

from Greater LA

“Stranger at the Gate” focuses on a military veteran who planned to bomb a mosque, but ultimately became its president as he converted to Islam.

‘Stranger at the Gate’: Oscar nominee takes on US veteran PTSD

“Stranger at the Gate” focuses on a military veteran who planned to bomb a mosque, but ultimately became its president as he converted to Islam.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Tens of thousands are protesting an overhaul of Mexico’s election laws that critics say would cripple its independent election watchdog and threaten its democracy.

Why Mexico’s president is trying to undermine fair elections

Tens of thousands are protesting an overhaul of Mexico’s election laws that critics say would cripple its independent election watchdog and threaten its democracy.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

KCRW’s beloved annual event will be on April 30 at UCLA, where bakers, pie aficionados, and families can compete, taste, shop, learn, and hang out.

Bakers, pastry lovers, families: Mark your calendars for PieFest 2023

KCRW’s beloved annual event will be on April 30 at UCLA, where bakers, pie aficionados, and families can compete, taste, shop, learn, and hang out.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

FADE IN is an audio movie about legendary films and TV series and the crazy and talented dreamers who made them.

FADE IN: Quentin Tarantino & Pulp Fiction trailer

FADE IN is an audio movie about legendary films and TV series and the crazy and talented dreamers who made them.

from FADE IN: Quentin Tarantino & Pulp Fiction