Press Play with Madeleine Brand
First Steps, Education Lawsuit and The Grammys
On our inaugural broadcast of KCRW's Press Play, Madeleine Brand talks with politicians, musicians, and more about significant "firsts" of their careers.
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenOn our inaugural broadcast of KCRW's Press Play, Madeleine Brand talks with politicians, musicians, TV personalities and all sorts of people about significant "firsts" of their careers. Plus, we find out why so much is at stake in an education lawsuit that goes to LA Superior Court today. Also, Jason Bentley recaps the highs and lows of last night's Grammy Awards.
Banner Image: Pharrell Williams accepts the award for record of the year for Daft Punk for "Get Lucky" at the 56th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California January 26, 2014. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
In this episode
7 storiesFirst Steps
Since this is the very first “Press Play” show, we wanted to talk to people about the first time they did something significant in their life or careers. We hear from L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti, musicians Carrie Brownstein and John Doe, and Project Runway host Tim Gunn.
Read the story6 minIra Glass's First Time
Public radio hero Ira Glass wasn’t always such a public radio hero. In fact, he says, looking back, he wouldn’t even have hired himself as an intern. He plays for us the first public radio story he ever produced.
Read the story9 minOakland Raiders Cheerleaders Sue the Team
The Oakland Raiders cheerleaders - known as the Raiderettes - are suing their team . They say they’re not getting paid on time and sometimes not getting paid for the hours they work. We’ll hear from one of the Raiderettes and her lawyer.
Read the story9 minEducation Lawsuit: Vergara vs. California
Critics of California’s laws regarding teacher retention will get their day in court this morning. The plaintiffs in Vegara vs California say rules that protect teachers are keeping some kids from the education they deserve.
Read the story6 minGrammys
The recording industry celebrated a year in music at the Grammy Awards last night. We turn to our own KCRW Grammy insider, Jason Bentley to talk about who won, who lost, and what it says about the state of the industry.
Read the story10 minPolitics with Matt Miller
KCRW host Matt Miller joins Madeleine for the first of a weekly series featuring Matt’s unique take on the political landscape. Today he previews President Obama’s State of the Union address and what Obama can learn from failed presidential candidate Herman Cain.
Read the story7 minFeedback
Press Play producer Jolie Myers takes a look at listener feedback from Press Play's social media accounts and beyond. Follow us at @KCRWPressPlay and on Facebook at Facebook.com/KCRWPressPlay !
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