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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    What does Ryan Adams scandal say about abuse of power in the music industry?

    The New York Times published an investigation this week detailing singer Ryan Adams’ history of alleged sexual misconduct and emotional abuse.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Feb 15, 2019 • 1 min read

    The New York Times published an investigation this week detailing singer Ryan Adams’ history of alleged sexual misconduct and emotional abuse. He’s accused of engaging in a sexually explicit online relationship with a minor, which the FBI is investigating. And several women accused him of emotional abuse and damaging their music careers. His latest studio album is on hold.

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    Trump declares national emergency, California sues
    1. 0:00California sues Trump hours after he declares a national emergency
    2. 11:46Learning to live with the trauma of gun violence
    3. 24:02What does Ryan Adams scandal say about abuse of power in the music industry?You’re reading this
    4. 34:49James Cameron’s ‘Alita:’ Great visuals but no payoff
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