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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.

We discuss the latest on flu shots in LA County, what's happening in the OC's congressional districts and Dodgers advance in World Series.

The latest in CA and national politics, our latest installment of our Race in LA series and what to do this weekend online and in-person with KPCC's Leo Duran.

COVID-19 continues to hit mom and pop shops hard, parents on how remote learning is going and indigenous writers send a message to Hollywood about representation.

L.A. City Council votes to send unarmed civilians for substance abuse calls, Supreme Court will allow Trump to end census early and we check in with Nick Quah.

Vote centers will open soon in L.A. and Orange County, Health officials say crackdowns at workplaces have saved Blacks and Latinos amid COVID-19 and what it's like to be a Californian in Texas.

We discuss yesterday's Armenian solidarity protest, mail in ballots have been sent out to registered voters in the OC and what voting's been like in Indian Country.

Kamala Harris is going to have to turn on a dime from the debate, we gear up to celebrate International Girl's Day and what to do this weekend.

Mayor Eric Garcetti joins Take Two, how the Green New Deal would affect CA and why more and more non-gamers are turning to Twitch during COVID-19.

The Los Angeles District Attorney race is shaping up to be a referendum on criminal justice reform, movie theaters vow to stay open and we check in with Nick Quah.

We discuss the official start of California's election season, bid farewell to rock legend Eddie Van Halen, and explore the new college admissions process.

We discuss the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict and it's impact on Angelenos, say goodbye to Surfer Magazine, and talk about all the good to be found in 'bad TV'.

We discuss President Trump testing positive for COVID-19, how to talk with others about a miscarriage and what to do for Halloween this year.