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Take Two

Take Two translates the day’s headlines for Southern California, making sense of the news and cultural events that affect our lives. Produced by Southern California Public Radio and broadcast from October 2012 – June 2021. Hosted by A Martinez.

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Episodes
  • Listen 1:34:31
    On Thursday, Take Two discusses possible actions President Obama could take on immigration and what's at stake for the White House, starfish appear to be coming back after a mysterious disease caused them to melt away, what parents do when there are no child care options available, and much more.
    On Thursday, Take Two discusses possible actions President Obama could take on immigration and what's at stake for the White House, starfish appear to be coming back after a mysterious disease caused them to melt away, what parents do when there are no child care options available, and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:55
    On Wednesday, Take Two discusses the logic behind #ISISMediaBlackout, the child migrant crisis through the eyes of sisters, salvaging and digitizing historic UCLA speeches, how special clinics keep mentally ill patients out of jail and much more.
    On Wednesday, Take Two discusses the logic behind #ISISMediaBlackout, the child migrant crisis through the eyes of sisters, salvaging and digitizing historic UCLA speeches, how special clinics keep mentally ill patients out of jail and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:32
    On Tuesday, Take Two discusses Internet etiquette, how a mental health organization is bringing help to northern Iraq, a new program to help divert youths from extremism, an FBI investigation into leaked celebrity nude photos and why Coachella Valley High School retired its mascot.
    On Tuesday, Take Two discusses Internet etiquette, how a mental health organization is bringing help to northern Iraq, a new program to help divert youths from extremism, an FBI investigation into leaked celebrity nude photos and why Coachella Valley High School retired its mascot.
  • Listen 1:34:37
    On Friday, Take Two discusses punishments for NFL players who commit domestic abuse, preschool education for immigrants, cocktails for kids, the actor playing Latin American icon Cantinflas and a look at the week in news with Friday Flashback.
    On Friday, Take Two discusses punishments for NFL players who commit domestic abuse, preschool education for immigrants, cocktails for kids, the actor playing Latin American icon Cantinflas and a look at the week in news with Friday Flashback.
  • Listen 1:34:28
    Today's edition of Take Two starts out by looking into how why cases stalled before Immigration courts have now reached an all time high. Plus, a look at this weekend's Telluride film festival and the mysterious moving rocks of Death Valley and more.
    Today's edition of Take Two starts out by looking into how why cases stalled before Immigration courts have now reached an all time high. Plus, a look at this weekend's Telluride film festival and the mysterious moving rocks of Death Valley and more.
  • Listen 1:34:27
    Today, we'll take a look at the busiest immigration court in Los Angeles that has been handling the thousands of cases of unaccompanied minors from Central America. Plus, will the cost of the damage in wine country be transferred to the consumer? Then, thousands of children in the foster care system are given psychiatric drugs without oversight, drought in Central America and more.
    Today, we'll take a look at the busiest immigration court in Los Angeles that has been handling the thousands of cases of unaccompanied minors from Central America. Plus, will the cost of the damage in wine country be transferred to the consumer? Then, thousands of children in the foster care system are given psychiatric drugs without oversight, drought in Central America and more.
  • Listen 1:34:27
    Today on the show, Superintendent John Deasy pulls the plug on the $1 billion iPad program, but the bidding process continues. Plus, Mexico's President Enrique Peña Nieto is in town and meeting with Gov. Jerry Brown, we'll have more on their meeting. Then, we look at what one cemetery is doing to be more water-friendly amidst concerns of the drought and 'Breaking Bad' sweeps several Emmys Awards. All this and more.
    Today on the show, Superintendent John Deasy pulls the plug on the $1 billion iPad program, but the bidding process continues. Plus, Mexico's President Enrique Peña Nieto is in town and meeting with Gov. Jerry Brown, we'll have more on their meeting. Then, we look at what one cemetery is doing to be more water-friendly amidst concerns of the drought and 'Breaking Bad' sweeps several Emmys Awards. All this and more.
  • Listen 1:34:33
    Today on the show, we check in on some of the damage caused by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Northern California early Sunday morning. Plus, we'll take a look at the lawyer representing the Michael Brown family, who also represented the Trayvon Martin family. 'The Simpsons' mural makes its way to the real Springfield, the drama surrounding fantasy football and much more.
    Today on the show, we check in on some of the damage caused by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Northern California early Sunday morning. Plus, we'll take a look at the lawyer representing the Michael Brown family, who also represented the Trayvon Martin family. 'The Simpsons' mural makes its way to the real Springfield, the drama surrounding fantasy football and much more.
  • Listen 1:40:56
    Take Two looks at about the negative effects of restricting water in urban environments. We'll also discuss efforts to bring the 1984 Olympic Freeway murals back to life, how seals could have infected early humans with tuberculosis, and we remember the Northridge Earthquake through opera. All this and much more.
    Take Two looks at about the negative effects of restricting water in urban environments. We'll also discuss efforts to bring the 1984 Olympic Freeway murals back to life, how seals could have infected early humans with tuberculosis, and we remember the Northridge Earthquake through opera. All this and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:34
    Today, Take Two looks at recruiting jihadist groups in Iraq and Syria in the context of the death of American journalist James Foley. Also, we look at the racial disparity in Ferguson, Missouri, and actor Alfred Molina stops by to talk about his new film 'Love Is Strange.' All this and much more.
    Today, Take Two looks at recruiting jihadist groups in Iraq and Syria in the context of the death of American journalist James Foley. Also, we look at the racial disparity in Ferguson, Missouri, and actor Alfred Molina stops by to talk about his new film 'Love Is Strange.' All this and much more.
Episodes
  • Listen 1:34:52
    Today, we'll start with a discussion about how Facebook is cracking down on illegal gun sales on its website. Then, we're less than 100 days from Brazil's World Cup. What are the issues? Plus, the College Board announces major changed to the SATs, local Venezuelans react to unrest back home, we dispel recent 'guacpocalypse' panic and much more.
    Today, we'll start with a discussion about how Facebook is cracking down on illegal gun sales on its website. Then, we're less than 100 days from Brazil's World Cup. What are the issues? Plus, the College Board announces major changed to the SATs, local Venezuelans react to unrest back home, we dispel recent 'guacpocalypse' panic and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:47
    Today on the show, we'll start with the LA Fire Commission's audit of recruitment in the LAFD. Then, a Colorado prison director recounts his experience in solitary confinement. Plus, tech companies put big bucks into office space design hoping to foster creativity, artist Daniel Joseph Martinez's 'Ship Of Fools' show comes to LA, San Francisco votes to ban sale of plastic water bottles, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with the LA Fire Commission's audit of recruitment in the LAFD. Then, a Colorado prison director recounts his experience in solitary confinement. Plus, tech companies put big bucks into office space design hoping to foster creativity, artist Daniel Joseph Martinez's 'Ship Of Fools' show comes to LA, San Francisco votes to ban sale of plastic water bottles, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:53
    Today on the show we'll start with an interview with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about his trip to Mexico City and the work he's doing there. Then, President Obama's budget calls on tax cuts for middle class and more funding for the poor. Plus, water witching, the future of Los Angeles, nursing home closure controversy, Filipino art and more
    Today on the show we'll start with an interview with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about his trip to Mexico City and the work he's doing there. Then, President Obama's budget calls on tax cuts for middle class and more funding for the poor. Plus, water witching, the future of Los Angeles, nursing home closure controversy, Filipino art and more
  • Today, we'll take a look at highlights from the Academy Awards with Rebecca Keegan, entertainment reporter for the Los Angeles Times. Plus, we'll examine how close this year's Oscar predictions really were. We’ll also talk about the announcement to incorporate "12 Years a Slave" as part of the curriculum for high schools around the country. And how libraries are celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday. Finally, we'll end the show with Yelp's list of the top 100 restaurants in the country followed by an inside look at the real life superhero movement, "Heroes in the Night.”
  • Today on the show, we'll talk about President Obama's new initiative to empower young men and boys of color. Find out how schools use financial aid as a strategy. Get your weekly recap of major headlines and news during Friday Flashback. Next, we'll take a look at popular venues for watching the Oscars this Sunday, as well as a look back at some of the most memorable Academy Awards bloopers.
  • Listen 1:34:41
    Today on the show, we'll look at suggestions and proposals on how to improve spending when it comes to water in the state. The Legislative Analyst's Office has a new report evaluating Gov. Brown's drought and water conservation proposal. Then, we'll talk Oscar predictions with David Rothchild, a researcher who publishes predictions on the site, PredictWise.
    Today on the show, we'll look at suggestions and proposals on how to improve spending when it comes to water in the state. The Legislative Analyst's Office has a new report evaluating Gov. Brown's drought and water conservation proposal. Then, we'll talk Oscar predictions with David Rothchild, a researcher who publishes predictions on the site, PredictWise.
  • Listen 44:41
    Today on the show, we'll chat with Twitter pal Los Angeles Rain. Then, we'll talk sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky. Plus, the clock is ticking for Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. What will she decide to do with SB 1062? How could protests affect US-Venezuela relations? Find out why sudden rainstorms are bad for drought-stricken land. This and more on Take Two.
    Today on the show, we'll chat with Twitter pal Los Angeles Rain. Then, we'll talk sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky. Plus, the clock is ticking for Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. What will she decide to do with SB 1062? How could protests affect US-Venezuela relations? Find out why sudden rainstorms are bad for drought-stricken land. This and more on Take Two.
  • Listen 1:34:41
    Today on the show, we start with the Dodgers' new SportsNet LA channel. Then, high demand for new WWE network causes tech problems for fans. Plus, the Pentagon proposes a cut to Army funding for 2015, can desalination help relieve drought in California? Native plant gardens can bring more than city rebates to your property, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we start with the Dodgers' new SportsNet LA channel. Then, high demand for new WWE network causes tech problems for fans. Plus, the Pentagon proposes a cut to Army funding for 2015, can desalination help relieve drought in California? Native plant gardens can bring more than city rebates to your property, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:43
    Today, we'll start with an update on the deadly protests in Venezuela. Then, Mexico arrests wanted drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman in a joint effort with the U.S. Plus, Jason Collins becomes first openly gay player in the NBA, we meet the accountants behind the closely guarded Academy Awards votes, and much more.
    Today, we'll start with an update on the deadly protests in Venezuela. Then, Mexico arrests wanted drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman in a joint effort with the U.S. Plus, Jason Collins becomes first openly gay player in the NBA, we meet the accountants behind the closely guarded Academy Awards votes, and much more.
  • Listen 1:35:02
    Today on the show, California Gov. Jerry Brown joins us to discuss the state's water woes. Then, Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson talk about immigration reform and border security. Then, we take a look back at the week's news in the Friday Flashback, aggressive Academy Awards campaigns push for Oscar votes, Safeway may put itself on the auction block and much more.
    Today on the show, California Gov. Jerry Brown joins us to discuss the state's water woes. Then, Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson talk about immigration reform and border security. Then, we take a look back at the week's news in the Friday Flashback, aggressive Academy Awards campaigns push for Oscar votes, Safeway may put itself on the auction block and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:46
    Today on the show, we'll start with Metrolink's new collision avoidance system. Then, how will Gov. Jerry Brown spend $687.4 million on drought relief? Plus, aggressive Academy Award campaigns push for Oscar votes, MillerCoors releases new beer marketed toward Millenials, Egypt's Oscar-nominated 'The Square' tells the story of unfinished revolution and much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with Metrolink's new collision avoidance system. Then, how will Gov. Jerry Brown spend $687.4 million on drought relief? Plus, aggressive Academy Award campaigns push for Oscar votes, MillerCoors releases new beer marketed toward Millenials, Egypt's Oscar-nominated 'The Square' tells the story of unfinished revolution and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:58
    Today, we'll start out with a discussion about Obama's visit to Mexico. Then, changes to the LAPD's deadly force policy will impact how officers deals with the mentally ill. Plus, a salt shortage in Sochi almost impacts the Olympics, Trader Joe's is in the middle of a battle over its popular pretzel snacks, and much more.
    Today, we'll start out with a discussion about Obama's visit to Mexico. Then, changes to the LAPD's deadly force policy will impact how officers deals with the mentally ill. Plus, a salt shortage in Sochi almost impacts the Olympics, Trader Joe's is in the middle of a battle over its popular pretzel snacks, and much more.