Press Play with Madeleine Brand
UCLA's Commencement Uproar, L.A. Parking Woes and Jaywalking Downtown
UCLA students are protesting that this year’s commencement speaker is Nathan Myhrvold, an entrepreneur whose track record in the tech industry is tainted by accusations of patent law abuse. We hear from a student, and get a primer on Myhrvold’s career.
By Madeleine Brand • • 39m ListenUCLA students are protesting this year’s commencement speaker. His name is Nathan Myhrvold, an entrepreneur whose track record in the tech industry is tainted by accusations of patent law abuse. We hear from a student, and get a primer on Myhrvold’s career. Then, an urban planner who’s spent his whole career studying parking retires in June. He shares what he’s learned. And finally, why are police cracking down on jaywalking in Downtown L.A.?
Banner Image: Graduating students attend UCLA's commencement ceremony; Credit: Sam Kim
