Take Two

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.

CA's Revised Budget is out, doctors across the country report links between Kawasaki-like disease and COVID-19 and surfers head back to the beaches.

The impact COVID-19 has had on Californians in different industries, answers to your concerns around antibody tests and how Hollywood is coping with the pandemic.

Guidelines to reopen restaurants, how effective digital contact tracing could contain coronavirus and how a new owner saved the Mountain Messenger.

Gov. Newsom signed an executive order requiring voters receive mail-in ballots, women are among the hardest hit by the pandemic and the state of local news.

New taxes, education cuts, pensions, are all on the table for CA, Congressman Schiff joins to discuss Russia probe transcripts and an ER nurse shares her experience

CA’s budget deficit is upwards of $54 billion, experts on how much screen time kids should have during the pandemic and one LA City Councilman on state of South LA.

CA to train 20,000 people to trace the spread of the virus, LASD faces budget cuts and a historical look into the U.S's federal music project.

Gov. Newsom moves CA to a new phase of reopening and masks become a point of contention, relationship dynamics during the pandemic and a new city nature challenge.

LAUSD announced that classes will resume in the fall, an ICU nurse recounts her experiences amid the pandemic and CA's tourism industry has been hit hard by the pandemic.

Gov. Newsom moves to close the OC's beaches, how retail might look after the pandemic and the Autry Museum is preserving moments of history amid COVID-19.

CA's Lieutenent Governor on how to get the state's economy running, how distance teaching is going for one LAUSD high school teacher and a trip back to CA's past.

L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger on the economy, how border cities are coping with the pandemic and travel restrictions and what's happening in Hollywood.