Mike Newport

If you can believe it, it’s August! Kick off the new month with us as we explore new artists, listen to classic gems, and revisit some our favorites.

Activist Achal Prabhala speaks to Robert Scheer about the wealthy countries’ reluctance to end global vaccine apartheid.

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

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for July 30, 2021.

Colombia, with its Carribean and Pacific coasts and Andres mountain ridges, has vast climates and Indigenous communities that influence its regional cuisines and flavors.

Unearthing new discoveries, remixes and rarities, b-sides and lost classics.

"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

Scarlett Johansson, star of “Black Widow,” is suing Disney over the release of the Marvel film.

For KCRW’s “Private Playlist,” Walt McClements pilots an ambient excursion from Allen Toussaint to Mary Lattimore.