Toumani and Sidiki

Amid the drama in the Kevin McCarthy speakership fight, Rep. Katie Porter sat cooly reading Mark Manson’s “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck.” KCRW speaks to the book’s author.

Last week, guitarist Jared Mattson (of The Mattson 2) announced his upcoming solo album dropping at the end of March.

Writer-director Sarah Polley had a successful career as a child actor.

Dr. Robert Waldinger, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, unlocks some of the secrets discovered via 80 years of research on happiness.

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Rogét Chahayed’s work is nominated for six Grammys this year, including Album of the Year for Mary J. Blige’s “Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe).”

New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm.

Will the Academy attract viewers with two nominees having the highest total gross in history? Plus, a look at Oscars surprises and snubs.

“Try Again” is the latest positive anthem from self-made rapper and producer Oddisee.