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Iraq latest, Tennessee whiskey battle, desert climate change, Casey Kasem and more
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Jun 16, 2014
Listen • 1:34:34
Iraq latest, Tennessee whiskey battle, desert climate change, Casey Kasem and more

Today, we hear from a journalist on the ground in Iraq after ISIS militants began their attack on the region. Then, a battle is brewing over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey. Plus, remembering Casey Kasem, Starbucks says it will pay for its employees college education, we learn how climate change is affecting the desert landscape, U.S. coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience at World Cup and much more
An Iraqi security officer stands guard outside the Church of the Virgin Mary in the northern town of Bartala, on June 15, 2012, east of the northern city of Mosul as some Iraqi security stayed in the town to protect the local churches and community.
An Iraqi security officer stands guard outside the Church of the Virgin Mary in the northern town of Bartala, on June 15, 2012, east of the northern city of Mosul as some Iraqi security stayed in the town to protect the local churches and community.
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Today, we hear from a journalist on the ground in Iraq after ISIS militants began their attack on the region. Then, a battle is brewing over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey. Plus, remembering Casey Kasem, Starbucks says it will pay for its employees college education, we learn how climate change is affecting the desert landscape, U.S. coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience at World Cup and much more

The ISIS insurgency continues in Iraq
Listen • 5:00
Hermione Gee, a reporter currently based in Northern Iraq, joins Take Two to describe the scene on the ground in several cities in the country as this insurgency continues to build.
SoCal vets express frustration with unrest in Iraq
Listen • 2:59
Southern Californian veterans of the Iraq War have seen the progress they made largely reversed as militants overrun many of Iraq’s cities.
If baristas finish college, Starbucks will pick up the tab
Listen • 5:34
Starbucks will announce today that it will pay for employees who work twenty hours to finish up their degrees online at Arizona State University.
World Cup 2014: US coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience
Listen • 4:18
If you tune in to see the U.S. play Ghana today, you may be watching more than just an opening game: you could be getting a glimpse at the future of U.S. soccer.
LAUSD teachers confused over changing arts education plans
Listen • 4:22
As the school year draws to a close, many teachers, principals, parents and school board members have found themselves stuck in a whirlwind of confusion. The subject: arts access.
On The Lot: World Cup effect, Hollywood internships, Kate Mantilini closes and more
Listen • 7:49
The World Cup steals the world moviegoers, a Beverly Hills industry hot spot closes down, and "If you build it they will keep coming...for 25 years. LA Times film reporter Rebecca Keegan joins Take Two for the latest movie news.
World Cup 2014: European upsets, grudge matches, and what's coming up
Listen • 7:01
It's now day 5 of the World Cup 2014 in Brazil. This weekend was rife with upsets, and this week looks to bring more exciting games for the U.S., Mexico, and others.
How climate change is affecting the desert landscape
Listen • 9:20
It can be hard to imagine that, in the deserts of the American Southwest, a few degrees hotter can drastically affect a place that's already hot.
Close Calls: Hikers survive Grand Canyon rock slide
Listen • 4:47
Ferris and his friend Dennis Foster were on a nine-day backcountry trip in the Grand Canyon in March 2010. Both are middle aged and pretty fit. Foster has done more than 300 trips in the canyon. He heard this particular route was menacing.
Why mental health training for law enforcement isn't enough
Listen • 4:34
Ventura County has given numerous law enforcement officers 40 hours of training in how to deal with the mentally disturbed. But there are still cracks in the system.
Scientists discover evidence of vast reservoir of water deep below Earth's surface
Listen • 5:54
After decades of searching, scientists have discovered evidence of a vast underground reservoir, with three times the water of all the Earth's oceans combined.
Battle rages on over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey
Listen • 4:23
There's a battle brewing in Tennessee between rival distillers over what makes a true 'Tennessee Whiskey.'
Remembering Casey Kasem, host of American Top 40
Listen • 4:41
Casey Kasem, the host of American Top 40, died yesterday at 82 years old. Kasem will always be remembered for that voice, but he was more than just a pretty voice. Pop Music Critic Randall Roberts wrote about Kasem's legacy for the LA Times and he joins us now.
CDC Survey: Teen smoking down, but other risky behaviors remain
Listen • 4:52
A new survey by the Center for Disease Control shows today's teens are making healthier choices than they did back in 1991, at least when it comes to certain behaviors.
Suzi Yoonessi wins LA Film Festival's 'Make 'em LAFF' competition
Listen • 5:16
The L.A. Film Festival this year joined forces with the comedy video website Funny or Die in a talent search for diverse, unique and authentic voices in the comedy world.