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Long Beach mayor talks pope, Black Panthers documentary, Binge watching
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Sep 24, 2015
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Long Beach mayor talks pope, Black Panthers documentary, Binge watching

Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia talks about the pope's US visit, a new documentary on the Black Panthers, the science of binge watching.

NPR has learned that Netflix's new policy of year-long parental leave applies to employees of its streaming business, but not those in Netflix DVD distribution centers.
NPR has learned that Netflix's new policy of year-long parental leave applies to employees of its streaming business, but not those in Netflix DVD distribution centers.
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Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia talks about the pope's US visit, a new documentary on the Black Panthers, the science of binge watching.

Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, local priest talk Pope Francis visit
Listen • 15:52
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia and local priest Joe Palacios were invited to the White House to welcome Pope Francis on his historic U.S. visit.
The Wheel Thing: Will the VW scam kill the move to diesel in the US?
Listen • 6:42
Automakers have been introducing Americans to diesel powered cars popular in Europe. But the VW scam threw a wrench in those plans. What's next for diesel?
'Blackish' premiere cues conversations about the 'N-word'
Listen • 8:26
The season premiere of ABC's 'Blackish' started with a bang, when young Jack Johnson used the 'N-word' during a school talent show performance.
The lasting legacy of the Black Panther Party
Listen • 11:01
In the turbulent 60's, issues such as poverty, social unrest and police brutality were common.
Netflix and the science of binge watching
Listen • 3:42
How many episodes does it take to get hooked on 'Breaking Bad'? Netflix's Erin Dwyer tells about what the company has learned from studying binge watching.
Former host of 'Meet the Press' David Gregory on family, failure and faith
Listen • 11:28
David Gregory spend his life pursuing his career. When he split with NBC, it was his faith that carried him through.
State of Affairs: Car seats, redevelopment, and right-to-die
Listen • 14:51
Gov. Jerry Brown signs new car seat rules into law, the California Republican Party softens its stance on immigration, and national media organizations weigh in on 'right-to-die.'