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Today on the show, we'll have analysis of President Obama's speech about changes to the NSA. Then, the Sunset Strip venue Whisky A Go Go turns 50 this year. How is it faring in a changing music landscape? Plus, Kenneth Branagh talks "Shadow Recruit," Gov. Brown declares a drought in California, plus much more.

Academy Award nominations were announced today! We'll speak with nominee, screenwriter John Ridley. Plus, we'll look at the economics behind Oscar-bait films. Then Senator Barbara Boxer discusses Congress's failure to extend unemployment benefits, California's ongoing struggle with deadly Valley Fever, and Caltech debunks some common earthquake myths. Finally, Director Wong Kar-wai talks about getting "The Grandmaster" to the big screen and much more.

Today on the show, we'll discuss Obama's upcoming speech on changes to the NSA. Then, the LA Forum is reopening today after a multimillion-dollar renovation. We'll hear from two former Lakers about their favorite memories at the venue. Plus, is our digital-dependent culture vulnerable to earthquakes? Finally, App Chat, 'Las Marthas' documentary and much more.

Today on the show, we'll speak with the father of slain homeless man Kelly Thomas about the not-guilty verdict in his wrongful death trial. Then, the ACA is still struggling to enroll Spanish-speaking people. Plus, the effect of novels on the health of your brain, this week's new music, "Friday Night Tykes" unveils the competitive world of Texas youth football and much more.

First, we'll hear about the changes President Obama wants to make to the NSA. Can he get Congress to agree? Then, we'll hear more about the Target fraud case and whether they could have done more to prevent a cyberattack. Plus, we take a look at California's earthquake warning system, we discuss last night's Golden Globes show and more.

Today, we'll start with a look at Obama's plan to designate "Promise Zones" in cities to combat poverty. Then, Designer Diane von Furstenberg's iconic wrap dress turns 40. We'll take a tour of a local exhibition honoring the design. Then, LA band The Record Company stops by KPCC for an interview and a live set of their new music. Plus, the latest on the Kelly Thomas trial, Jahi McMath, and whale watching in SoCal.

Today, we'll talk to a Colorado pot shop owner to hear how business is booming, one week after the drug was legalized in the state. Also, we'll hear from two chefs about how to incorporate cannabis into meals. Then, Governor Jerry Brown releases his latest budget. We'll learn about what's in it and what it means for California. Then, we'll learn about the public image of Nicaragua's first lady, plus much more.

Today, we'll begin with a look at the war on poverty, 50 years later. Then, who might succeed Lee Baca as LA County Sheriff? We'll also look at his legacy when it comes to immigration. Plus, Slate's Emily Yoffe joins us to offer some advice on dealing with workplace pet peeves, an Airbnb house in Glendale is shut down due to raucous parties, the author of "Trickster's Hat" unleashes our creative mind's potential, and much more.

Today we'll start with the news that L.A. Sheriff Lee Baca is planning to retire. What will that mean for the future of the department? Then, flu season is in full force in the U.S., "Saturday Night Live," hires the first black, female cast member in five years and a Glendale Airbnb house is shut down for noise. Plus, we'll check in on the CES conference in Las Vegas and much more.

A legal challenge is imminent for President Barack Obama's plan to cut emissions, teaching kids to be resilient by failing, new music from Mac DeMarco.

The White House releases a plan for new regulations on greenhouse gas emissions, a social experiment on living tech-free, the new film, 'Dark Places.'

The improbably rise of Bernie Sanders, new clues in last year's disappearance of a Malaysia Airlines jet, Sturgis motorcycle rally turns 75

Could prisoners get Pell Grants back? Miguel Herrera is no longer coach of Mexico's national soccer team, the transgender community weighs in on the notion of a 'movement.'

More agreement that mandatory sentence laws need to be reformed, a study looks at how police treat black women, and Tuesday Reviews Day.

New York Magazine's latest cover features the women who have accused Bill Cosby of sexual crimes, a modeling agency for transgender people in LA.

The latest on a shooting at a theater in Lafayette, Louisiana. Scientists find the most Earth-like planet yet, and a chat with the director of "Unexpected."

A look at hate crime laws in the United States, how having the Internet in your car can lead to hacking, what a 'computer' means to different people.

Calif. Gov. Jerry Brown, in Rome, calls for leaders to "light a fire" against climate change. Why the media loves Donald Trump, and combatting the high cost of birth.

The agency charged with regulating water levies a stiff fine against a water district, why more women are choosing to be childless, Tuesday Reviewsday

The latest on Donald Trump, a lookahead to the Special Olympics, Amy Schumer and 'Trainwreck.'