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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    California's highest court takes aim at gig economy

    More than 12 million Americans work in the gig economy, including Uber drivers and freelance writers.

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    By Madeleine Brand • May 1, 2018 • 48m Listen

    California Supreme Court in San Francisco, CA by Wyn Lok.

    In this episode

    5 stories
    1. 0:00

      Is Austin Beutner the right pick to lead LA's public schools?

      Austin Beutner is the new chief of the Los Angeles public school system. Beutner is a philanthropist, former deputy mayor, former LA Times publisher.

      Read the story
      12 min
    2. 12:33

      California court decision could change future of independent contractors

      More than 12 million Americans work in the gig economy, including Uber drivers and freelance writers.

      Read the story
      7 min
    3. 19:57

      Unapologetic blackness is key to the success of 'Atlanta'

      We talk about why the FX TV show ‘Atlanta’ is so unusual and so good. Donald Glover created the show. Now in its second season, it’s darker, weirder and more violent. Scenes from the TV series "Atlanta." Credit: FX Networks.

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      16 min
    4. 35:49

      Mexican craft breweries are coming to LA

      San Diego craft brewer Border X is planning to open a new location in LA this fall. The people behind the brews put a Mexican spin on traditional beers.

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      7 min
    5. 42:34

      Few people are doing all 5 lifestyle habits that promote longevity

      A new study says five lifestyle habits can extend our lives. No surprises there: eat a healthy diet, keep a healthy weight, exercise, don’t smoke, and don’t drink too much.

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      6 min
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      Madeleine Brand

      Host, 'Press Play'

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      Gina Pollack

      Producer

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      Sarah Sweeney

      Vice President of Talk Programming, KCRW

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      Michell Eloy

      Former Producer/Line Editor, Press Play

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    In this episode

    5 stories
    1. 0:0012 min

      Is Austin Beutner the right pick to lead LA's public schools?

    2. 12:337 min

      California court decision could change future of independent contractors

    3. 19:5716 min

      Unapologetic blackness is key to the success of 'Atlanta'

    4. 35:497 min

      Mexican craft breweries are coming to LA

    5. 42:346 min

      Few people are doing all 5 lifestyle habits that promote longevity

    Back to Press Play with Madeleine Brand