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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 1:24:33
    Today, we'll start with a look at what the Honduran government is doing to try and keep child migrants home. Then, J.K.Rowling thrills fans with "Harry Potter" update. Plus, the impact of Mexico's immigration policy on unaccompanied minor crisis, drought to blame for rise in fast food prices, former national team player John O'Brien on the future of US soccer, Yuna talks music and much more.
    Today, we'll start with a look at what the Honduran government is doing to try and keep child migrants home. Then, J.K.Rowling thrills fans with "Harry Potter" update. Plus, the impact of Mexico's immigration policy on unaccompanied minor crisis, drought to blame for rise in fast food prices, former national team player John O'Brien on the future of US soccer, Yuna talks music and much more.
  • Listen 1:28:28
    Today, we start with a discussion about the LAPD's plan to require judicial oversight for ICE holds. Then, community organizations provide aid to busloads of undocumented immigrants in Murrieta. Plus, Washington State's legal pot shops open for business — we talk to Seattle sole pot shop owner, a new memoir tells the untold story of drug kingpin 'Freeway' Rick Ross, LAPD Museum houses history of city's dark side, Tuesday Reviewsday and much more.
    Today, we start with a discussion about the LAPD's plan to require judicial oversight for ICE holds. Then, community organizations provide aid to busloads of undocumented immigrants in Murrieta. Plus, Washington State's legal pot shops open for business — we talk to Seattle sole pot shop owner, a new memoir tells the untold story of drug kingpin 'Freeway' Rick Ross, LAPD Museum houses history of city's dark side, Tuesday Reviewsday and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:27
    Today, we start with a discussion about the conditions deported youth face in Honduras. Then, grooming remains one of the most resilient industries despite the recession. Plus, Edan Lepucki's debut novel 'California' builds buzz before release, a new free 'Good and Cheap' cookbook for the $4 a day SNAP budget, shark attacks on the rise in Southern California, and much more.
    Today, we start with a discussion about the conditions deported youth face in Honduras. Then, grooming remains one of the most resilient industries despite the recession. Plus, Edan Lepucki's debut novel 'California' builds buzz before release, a new free 'Good and Cheap' cookbook for the $4 a day SNAP budget, shark attacks on the rise in Southern California, and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:54
    Today on the show we begin by saying goodbye to 'Unbroken' Olympian and WWII hero Louis Zamperini. Then, we take a look at U.S. flag etiquette ahead of the July 4th holiday. Plus, we meet the Griffith, LA's new signature cocktail, Migrants say dire conditions in Central America reason for rise in crossings, we reveal the winner of our best sausage in SoCal contest and more.
    Today on the show we begin by saying goodbye to 'Unbroken' Olympian and WWII hero Louis Zamperini. Then, we take a look at U.S. flag etiquette ahead of the July 4th holiday. Plus, we meet the Griffith, LA's new signature cocktail, Migrants say dire conditions in Central America reason for rise in crossings, we reveal the winner of our best sausage in SoCal contest and more.
  • Today, we talk with attorney Kenneth Feinberg on how he will decide what GM switch victims' lives are wort. Then, ousted Dov Charney hints at a fight for control of American Apparel. Plus, soccer's rising in the U.S., but can it break into the big leagues? Mosquito-borne Chikingunya virus spreading to the Americas, Brazilian hip-hop artist Emicida captures youth culture in Sao Paulo and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:45
    Today, we start with a discussion about the increase in California's minimum wage to $9/hour. Then, California extends paid family leave benefits. Plus, Robert Townsend on his film "Hollywood Shuffle" and the roles black actors are offered today, President Obama plans to sidestep Congress on Immigration, Prescott community still healing from Yarnell Hill Fire tragedy and much more.
    Today, we start with a discussion about the increase in California's minimum wage to $9/hour. Then, California extends paid family leave benefits. Plus, Robert Townsend on his film "Hollywood Shuffle" and the roles black actors are offered today, President Obama plans to sidestep Congress on Immigration, Prescott community still healing from Yarnell Hill Fire tragedy and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:52
    Today, the Supreme Court ruled that religious institutions do not have to pay for access to birth control. Plus, U.S. border patrol agents turn to webcams to aid in monitoring. Plus, Yosemite turns 150, but preservationists still face challenges, 'Code Black' doc takes us inside the nation's busiest emergency room, fans of the Mexico World Cup team mourn their loss to the Netherlands and much more.
    Today, the Supreme Court ruled that religious institutions do not have to pay for access to birth control. Plus, U.S. border patrol agents turn to webcams to aid in monitoring. Plus, Yosemite turns 150, but preservationists still face challenges, 'Code Black' doc takes us inside the nation's busiest emergency room, fans of the Mexico World Cup team mourn their loss to the Netherlands and much more.
  • Listen 1:00:41
    Today on the show, we start with the news that the L.A. County Metro board approved plans to move forward on a new train station and monorail this week. Then, a guide to hosting and attending a same-sex wedding. Plus, Director David Wain on new rom-com spoof 'They Came Together,' the federal government explores Hawaiian sovereignty, the evocative songs of 'Ghost the Musical' and much more.
    Today on the show, we start with the news that the L.A. County Metro board approved plans to move forward on a new train station and monorail this week. Then, a guide to hosting and attending a same-sex wedding. Plus, Director David Wain on new rom-com spoof 'They Came Together,' the federal government explores Hawaiian sovereignty, the evocative songs of 'Ghost the Musical' and much more.
  • Listen 58:47
    First, California officials like Gov. Jerry Brown are gathering near San Diego to discuss boosting Latino voting. Then, USA faces off against Germany today in the World Cup. Plus, there's an effort underway to bring LGBT centers to more diverse communities, Rio's favela residents protest police action during World Cup, musician Ceci Bastida on starting her career in Mexico's first punk rock band and much more.
    First, California officials like Gov. Jerry Brown are gathering near San Diego to discuss boosting Latino voting. Then, USA faces off against Germany today in the World Cup. Plus, there's an effort underway to bring LGBT centers to more diverse communities, Rio's favela residents protest police action during World Cup, musician Ceci Bastida on starting her career in Mexico's first punk rock band and much more.
  • Listen 7:04
    Today on the show we start with the ruling that the TV streaming service Aereo's business model is illegal. Then, In the next installment of our series "After I Do," we take a look at the challenges faced by LGBT children of Asian immigrants. Plus, California public universities get a failing grade on handling sexual assault reports, a new study shows that 3-D mammograms might be more effective at detecting breast cancer and British DJ Quantic is back with a new album, Magnetica.
    Today on the show we start with the ruling that the TV streaming service Aereo's business model is illegal. Then, In the next installment of our series "After I Do," we take a look at the challenges faced by LGBT children of Asian immigrants. Plus, California public universities get a failing grade on handling sexual assault reports, a new study shows that 3-D mammograms might be more effective at detecting breast cancer and British DJ Quantic is back with a new album, Magnetica.
Episodes
  • Listen 50:30
    As Uber goes public its drivers go on strike, should state or individuals be compensated for their private data? The number of census offices slashed.
    As Uber goes public its drivers go on strike, should state or individuals be compensated for their private data? The number of census offices slashed.
  • Listen 49:44
    The latest on the Exide cleaning efforts, Veterans are protesting the renaming of Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, a visit to LA's Republique bakery.
    The latest on the Exide cleaning efforts, Veterans are protesting the renaming of Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, a visit to LA's Republique bakery.
  • Listen 48:49
    How California will be affected by a lack of biodiversity in the future, California Highway Patrol fires officers for abusing overtime, Pho 79 wins a James Beard award.
    How California will be affected by a lack of biodiversity in the future, California Highway Patrol fires officers for abusing overtime, Pho 79 wins a James Beard award.
  • Listen 48:44
    The week in California politics, what to expect during this year's fire season, LA Metro pilots new system to help visually impaired navigate Union Station.
    The week in California politics, what to expect during this year's fire season, LA Metro pilots new system to help visually impaired navigate Union Station.
  • Listen 48:41
    Infants and toddlers historically undercounted, California population growth has slowed to its lowest level in history, why some LA freeways have slowed.
    Infants and toddlers historically undercounted, California population growth has slowed to its lowest level in history, why some LA freeways have slowed.
  • Listen 48:45
    LA City Council votes on sexual harassment policy, how LA's street vending system is working out for vendors, why so many bills aren't being heard.
    LA City Council votes on sexual harassment policy, how LA's street vending system is working out for vendors, why so many bills aren't being heard.
  • Listen 47:53
    Secretary of State Alex Padilla talks about California's role in the 2020 Census, the role of social media in terror attacks, the lack of caregivers for seniors.
    Secretary of State Alex Padilla talks about California's role in the 2020 Census, the role of social media in terror attacks, the lack of caregivers for seniors.
  • Listen 48:41
    More details on the Southern California terror plot that was thwarted, Manzanar survivors revisit the Japanese internment camp, John Singleton's LA legacy.
    More details on the Southern California terror plot that was thwarted, Manzanar survivors revisit the Japanese internment camp, John Singleton's LA legacy.
  • Listen 48:41
    This week in California politics, a local man who served in Vietnam is finally being laid to rest, why so many L.A. elevators have expired inspection certificates.
    This week in California politics, a local man who served in Vietnam is finally being laid to rest, why so many L.A. elevators have expired inspection certificates.
  • Listen 48:43
    A California bill pushes to strengthen current immunization laws, more seniors are working by necessity and choice, meet L.A. Poet Laureate Robin Coste Lewis.
    A California bill pushes to strengthen current immunization laws, more seniors are working by necessity and choice, meet L.A. Poet Laureate Robin Coste Lewis.
  • Listen 48:44
    The science behind measles, at the scene of the Armenian Genocide Remembrance day march in Glendale, opioid prescription guidelines.
    The science behind measles, at the scene of the Armenian Genocide Remembrance day march in Glendale, opioid prescription guidelines.
  • Listen 48:43
    Supreme Court takes up the citizenship question on the 2020 Census today, LAUSD budget could be improved with cost-cutting, Taiwanese street food in Highland Park.
    Supreme Court takes up the citizenship question on the 2020 Census today, LAUSD budget could be improved with cost-cutting, Taiwanese street food in Highland Park.