Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Defining the 'alt-right,' and how teachers explain politics
There’s been a lot of discussion about the term “alt-right,” and some say journalists shouldn’t use the term because it disguises the true nature of who’s behind it. Two Los Angeles teachers share how they’re helping their students navigate life after the election.
By Madeleine Brand • • 52m ListenThere’s been a lot of discussion about the term “alt-right,” and some say journalists shouldn’t use the term because it disguises the true nature of who’s behind it.
Two Los Angeles teachers share how they’re helping their students navigate life after the election.
Californians voted to speed up executions for prisoners on death row, so we look at how the new law will work.
Critics review Disney’s new “Moana,” the thriller “Allied,” and “Rules Don’t Apply,” which tells the story of Howard Hughes.
The long holiday retail weekend starts earlier now -- on Gray Thursday. But is it worth it for customers and retailers?
Banner Image: KKK flags in front of Pennsylvania Capitol. photo: Paul Weaver
In this episode
5 storiesWhat does 'alt-right' actually mean?
The alt-right, once a fringe movement, has stepped into the spotlight with this year’s presidential election. There’s been a lot of discussion about the term “alt-right.” Some say journalists shouldn’t use the term because it disguises the true nature of who’s behind it.
Read the story8 minHow history teachers handle lessons from this election
Teachers have spent the last two weeks explaining this election to kids. Two Los Angeles teachers share how they’re helping their students navigate life after the election. Los Angeles teachers Elana Goldbaum and Reina Roberts at KCRW. Photo: Amy Ta
Read the story12 minImplementing California's new death penalty law
Californians voted to speed up executions for prisoners on death row. Prop 66 was narrowly approved by a little more than 51 percent of voters. What happens next?
Read the story8 minThe Rock as a Polynesian god in Disney's 'Moana'
Our critics review Disney’s new “Moana,” which has music by “Hamilton” star Lin-Manuel Miranda; “Allied,” a thriller starring Brad Pitt; “Rules Don’t Apply,” which tells the story of Howard Hughes; and more.
Read the story15 minShopping on Thanksgiving: good idea or end of civilization?
The long holiday retail weekend starts earlier now -- on Gray Thursday . But is it worth it for customers who are trying to save money? Is it worth it for retailers who have to pay their workers extra?
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