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Scientists are worried about chemicals from burned materials (heavy metals, plastics, fire retardants) polluting the ocean.

Scientists are worried about chemicals from burned materials (heavy metals, plastics, fire retardants) polluting the ocean. This week’s rain makes it easier for particulates to each the coastline.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Parents and teachers fear kids are ‘back of the bus’ behind fire refugees

A Pacific Palisades school community lost their beloved campus and moved in with a different campus a few miles away. It hasn’t been easy for anyone.

New book ‘Winter’s End’ chronicles dementia and end of life choice

Dan Winter’s advocacy for ending his life is discussed by dementia researcher Lewis Cohen, hospice specialist Jeff Zesiger, and Winter’s husband John Forsgren.

Weekend film reviews: ‘Love Hurts,’ ‘Heart Eyes,’ ‘Parthenope’

Critics review the latest film releases: “Love Hurts,” “Heart Eyes,” “Parthenope,” and “Armand.”

Good Food’s ultimate Super Bowl recipe guide

From Caesar Salad Dip and Chaat Masala "Nachos" to Vegan Cauliflower Wings and Spanakopita Jacket Potatoes, we've got game day recipes!

Featured Shows

Latest DJ Shows

Morning Becomes Eclectic

KCRW's signature daily music show. New releases, live performances, and interviews.

Feb. 06 2 hr, 49 min

Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.

Feb. 05 2 hr

FREAKS ONLY

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

Feb. 05 1 hr, 59 min

José Galván

An infectious harmony of varied sounds and melodies that bridge cultures and genres.

Feb. 03 2 hr

Jason Kramer

Carefully curated music from around the world.

Feb. 02 1 hr, 59 min

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This Week on KCRW

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: February 7, 2025

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Ippei Mizuhara, former translator for LA Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, was sentenced to 57 months in prison and $18.1 million payout in restitution today.

Ohtani's translator sentenced to more than 4 years and $18M

Ippei Mizuhara, former translator for LA Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, was sentenced to 57 months in prison and $18.1 million payout in restitution today.

from KCRW Features

A rolling drumbeat and solid tambourine punctuate Austin-based Charley Crockett’s twang on his slinging new country hit, “Lonesome Drift.”

Today’s Top Tune: Charley Crockett – ‘Lonesome Drifter’

A rolling drumbeat and solid tambourine punctuate Austin-based Charley Crockett’s twang on his slinging new country hit, “Lonesome Drift.”

from Today's Top Tune

On this final episode of the Scheer Intelligence podcast hosted on KCRW but continuing on ScheerPost.com, host Robert Scheer welcomes Larry Gross, author and Professor Emeritus of…

How Zionism went from protecting Jews to threatening them

On this final episode of the Scheer Intelligence podcast hosted on KCRW but continuing on ScheerPost.com, host Robert Scheer welcomes Larry Gross, author and Professor Emeritus of…

from Scheer Intelligence

KCRW unravels a disruptive White House week. Is the president just stirring outrage? Plus, we discuss Elon Musk’s influence on the foreign aid fight.

Can we make sense of Trump and Musk’s political approaches?

KCRW unravels a disruptive White House week. Is the president just stirring outrage? Plus, we discuss Elon Musk’s influence on the foreign aid fight.

from Left, Right & Center

The latest film releases include Love Hurts, Heart Eyes, Parthenope, and Armand.

Weekend film reviews: ‘Love Hurts,’ ‘Heart Eyes,’ ‘Parthenope’

The latest film releases include Love Hurts, Heart Eyes, Parthenope, and Armand.

from Weekend Film Reviews

Mandu. Mante. Pelmeni. Gyoza. Gyoza. Xiao long bao. LA is filled with delicious dumpling spots. Here are a few of the best.

Dozens of dumplings for your dumpling from LA's best dumpling restaurants

Mandu. Mante. Pelmeni. Gyoza. Gyoza. Xiao long bao. LA is filled with delicious dumpling spots. Here are a few of the best.

from Good Food

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

Tyler Boudreaux's playlist, February 6, 2025

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

from Tyler Boudreaux

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

FREAKS ONLY playlist: Feb 6, 2025

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

from FREAKS ONLY

Whether it’s called Chūn Jié in China, Tết in Vietnam, or Seollal in Korea, there are commonalities to the Lunar New Year celebrations.

Celebrate Year of the Snake with sticky rice

Whether it’s called Chūn Jié in China, Tết in Vietnam, or Seollal in Korea, there are commonalities to the Lunar New Year celebrations.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Department of Government Efficiency infiltrated the Treasury and other agencies after Trump’s inauguration, according to the Washington Post.

Fed employees say Musk’s AI plans are a big security risk

The Department of Government Efficiency infiltrated the Treasury and other agencies after Trump’s inauguration, according to the Washington Post.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: February 6, 2025

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

The title track to Salami Rose Joe Louis (aka Lindsay Olsen’s) new album “Arm fell asleep” came to her when she felt that familiar numbing feeling.

Today’s Top Tune: Salami Rose Joe Louis – ‘Arm fell asleep’

The title track to Salami Rose Joe Louis (aka Lindsay Olsen’s) new album “Arm fell asleep” came to her when she felt that familiar numbing feeling.

from Today's Top Tune

Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.

Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras' playlist, February 5, 2025

Music to lift your spirits. An expansive sonic journey featuring new and classic rhythms from all over the globe.

from Ro "Wyldeflower" Contreras

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

FREAKS ONLY playlist: Feb 5, 2025

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.

from FREAKS ONLY

President Trump’s executive order seeks to cut federal funding for gender transition medical procedures. KCRW hears from a mom of a 17-year-old who’s been transitioning since age 4.

Denying gender-affirming care will cost lives, says mom and author

President Trump’s executive order seeks to cut federal funding for gender transition medical procedures. KCRW hears from a mom of a 17-year-old who’s been transitioning since age 4.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

In 1966, Leonard Bernstein gave Orin O’Brien a spot on the New York Philharmonic.

Encore: ‘Only Girl in the Orchestra’: Orin O’Brien spent 55 years with NY Phil

In 1966, Leonard Bernstein gave Orin O’Brien a spot on the New York Philharmonic.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Can LeBron James whip Luka Doncic into shape following the Lakers’ blockbuster trade for the young point guard from the Dallas Mavericks?

Luka Doncic needs to pick up his work ethic now that he’s a Laker

Can LeBron James whip Luka Doncic into shape following the Lakers’ blockbuster trade for the young point guard from the Dallas Mavericks?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand