Propagandist? Truth teller? Influencer? Question Everything unravels the contested work of journalists and the moral complexities surrounding the stories that impact us all. Hosted by Brian Reed (S-Town, This American Life, The Trojan Horse Affair). For outtakes and an inside peek inside the editorial conundrums that confront journalists every day, sign up for our newsletter at www.kcrw.com/questioneverything. Question Everything is a production of KCRW and Placement Theory.
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Everything you wanted to know about good cooking and good eating from LA chef, author, radio host and restaurateur Evan Kleiman.
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A free weekday download of standout songs, including advance releases, exclusive live tracks recorded at KCRW, remixes, and an introduction to new artists on our radar.
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Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly civilized yet provocative confrontation over politics, policy and pop culture.
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An examination of medical ethics and the practitioners who define them. Sign up to receive the Second Opinion topics in newsletter form at kcrw.com/newsletters .
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Life Examined is a one-hour weekly podcast exploring psychology, philosophy, spirituality — and finding meaning in the modern world. The show is hosted by Jonathan Bastian.
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The best film reviewers in the business give you recommendations on what to see and what to skip each week.
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This season on Lost Notes: Groupies. Women of the Sunset Strip from the Pill to Punk. From KCRW and Golden Teapot.
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The Treatment is a compelling listen to the vital conversations about the catalysts of creative inspiration. Following some of the most interesting, influential, and crossover creators in the world of entertainment, fashion, sports, and the arts, we hear from tastemakers who are the very fabric that forms popular culture.
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Lively banter about entertainment industry news and in-depth interviews with directors, producers, writers and actors, hosted by award-winning journalist Kim Masters of The Hollywood Reporter.
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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.
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The Sam Sanders Show from KCRW is your guide to entertainment. Find out what makes your favorite artists tick, dissect the trends that shape our culture, or just make sense of that random meme you can’t stop thinking about. Join us every week to unpack the pop culture we love. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. Sam Sanders is an award-winning podcast and radio host. He’s been named best podcast host by both The Ambies and the iHeart Po ...
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Intellectual, accessible, and provocative literary conversations.
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A commentary on sports.
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Kim Masters, host of KCRW’s The Business, breaks down Hollywood's top stories.
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A recording from KCRW's showcase at Riot, LA's newest comedy festival.
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The week's top stories in LA media, politics and culture.
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The stories shaping California's Central Coast, hosted by Jonathan Bastian.
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Host Steve Chiotakis connects you to the people and places of Southern California.
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Steve Chiotakis talks to Los Angeles journalists about the week's leading news stories.
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A weekly tour of the real Orange County, warts and all, with reporter Gustavo Arellano
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Tanis is a bi-weekly podcast from the Public Radio Alliance, and is hosted by Nic Silver. Tanis is a serialized docudrama about a fascinating and surprising mystery: the myth of Tanis. Tanis is an exploration of the nature of truth, conspiracy, and information. Tanis is what happens when the lines of science and fiction start to blur... Support TANIS to hear exclusive MINI and BONUS EPISODES and more! http://patreon.com/tanispodcast Please rate and review on iTunes if you enjoy TANIS! http:/ ...
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Sonic Trace is KCRW's story-telling project that begins in the heart of Los Angeles and crosses into Mexico and across Latin America.
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Go behind the gates of America’s largest port complex for an intimate and unflinching look at the lives riding the waves of supply and demand.
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Celestial Blood is a bilingual radionovela about love and secrets in the family of twins Sol and Mundo Lucero. It’s narrated by Mexican actress Kate del Castillo.
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Chi-town indie artist Kai Slater records their quirky, nostalgic, lo-fi ditties under the moniker Sharp Pins. They also produce a rad ‘zine called HALLOGALLO. If you’re a Connie Converse or Big Star fan, download “Sycophant” immediately.
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Mayor Bass looks to slow runaway production, Trump DOJ aids convicted LASD deputy
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55:26Mayor Bass issues executive order meant to slow runaway film and TV production. It’s part of broader efforts in Sacramento with the same goal. Is it too little, too late? Trump’s DOJ intervenes in excessive force case against LASD deputy convicted of restraining, pepper-spraying innocent woman New documentary ‘Art for Everybody’ charts painter Thom…
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Explaining ‘Anti-Natalism,’ LAPD Chief McDonnell discusses recruitment challenges
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55:29The suspect in the bombing of a Palm Springs fertility clinic held views that were against human procreation. He likely suffered from “profound psychological distress.” He was the only person killed in the attack. Five years since the George Floyd protests, has policing changed in Los Angeles? Chief Jim McDonnell sits down for a wide-ranging interv…
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Unprofessional Behaviors: Catching Bad Habits Early
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4:57Medical schools must address unprofessional behavior early, as student misconduct often predicts future disciplinary issues and patient harm.
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Amy Sherman-Palladino, Dan Palladino, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor on The Treat
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52:34This week on The Treatment, Elvis has an extended conversation with the Emmy-winning creators of the Prime Video series Etoile: Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino. On The Treat, Oscar-nominated actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor tells us about a book that spoke to her.
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The joy of cooking with Roy Choi... Kogi king Roy Choi has health on his mind in a new collection of recipes How do you become a restaurant critic? Besha Rodell explains in her memoir Marie Mitchell shares dishes from the Caribbean and its diaspora It's cherry season at the farmers market and which means the lines are long at the Murray Family Farm…
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Ramy Youssef on why ‘#1 Happy Family USA’ had to be animated; WBD puts the ‘HBO’ back in ‘HBO Max’
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30:02Warner Bros. Discovery has renamed its streaming service once again. Beginning in the summer of 2025, “Max” will be “HBO Max” again. The company dropped “HBO” from its name in 2023, a move which was widely recognized as the company’s attempt to become more competitive with a company like Netflix in its programming variety. The name change signals a…
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Can Hollywood Learn from Its Biggest Bombs?
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52:11Some movies are so bad, they become iconic. Think Cats, Joker: Folie à Deux, Madame Web, and The Flash—massive flops that cost studios millions and spark endless debate. Sam breaks down why these high-profile films failed – and whether Hollywood is learning anything from its most embarrassing box office bombs. Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer o…
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GOP infighting creates a big, beautiful nightmare
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50:34The House of Representatives began debating sprawling new tax legislation in Congress this week. President Trump touted it as “one big, beautiful bill” that will address spending, taxes, and national security. It focuses on extending the tax cuts created during President Trump’s first term, increasing defense funding, and slashing federal spending …
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Weekend film reviews: ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines,’ ‘Magic Farm’
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18:15The latest film releases include Final Destination: Bloodlines, Magic Farm, Caught by the Tides, and Hurry Up Tomorrow. Weighing in are Alonso Duralde and Dave White, film critics and co-hosts of the movie podcast Linoleum Knife.
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Birthright citizenship SCOTUS case, widespread starvation in Gaza
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55:26The Supreme Court heard arguments today about whether lower court federal judges should have the power to block President Trump’s policies nationwide. To put pressure on Hamas, Israel has blocked aid from entering Gaza since early March. International groups say that’s a war crime. Critics review the latest film releases: “Final Destination: Bloodl…
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‘Trump slump’ in CA, Black actors ‘at the top of the call sheet’
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53:06Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state’s budget problems are largely a result of volatility in the stock market, caused by President Trump’s tariffs. Newsom calls it the “Trump Slump.” Far-right blogger Curtis Yarvin thinks democracy is outdated and wants to restore a monarchy to the U.S. Among his followers is Vice President JD Vance. The person who usu…
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Ocean Vuong is a Vietnamese American poet, essayist, novelist and professor of modern poetry and poetics at New York University. Some of you may already be familiar with his best-selling debut novel, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, which received a MacArthur “Genius” grant and was nominated for the National Book Award for Fiction in 2019. Vuong’s …
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Trump’s business deals in Persian Gulf, refugee status for white South Africans
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54:11Qatar plans to give President Trump a plane to use as Air Force One, which even some supporters say crosses a line. But the appearance of corruption doesn’t stop there. The Trump administration gave refugee status to white South Africans, despite no evidence they face more danger than Black South Africans. “Uptown Girl” Christie Brinkley is out wit…
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Surgeon general nominee, power of lower courts, Tennis’ final album
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50:37As surgeon general, Casey Means would be able to advocate for alternative medicine that may not have been scientifically vetted. On May 15, the Supreme Court takes up President Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship for certain children of immigrants, but this case is really about the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunct…
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That Message to Your Doctor Might Come With a Price Tag
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4:46Digital communications are playing a larger role in health care, but transparency and equity are being forgotten.
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Kerry Washington, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, and James Mangold on The Treat
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52:34This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with Emmy winning actress Kerry Washington about her new action thriller Shadow Force. Then, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck — the directing team behind Freaky Tales — stop by to talk about making this new film that’s a return to Oakland in 1987. And on The Treat, Oscar-nominated director James Mangold talks about…
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