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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 1:35:03
    Today on the show, we talk to California insurance commissioner Dave Jones about policy cancellations. Then, Kate Sheehy of the Fronteras Desk reports about the suburbs and America's new poor. Slate's Emily Yoffe joins the show with advice on how to deal with rude people, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we talk to California insurance commissioner Dave Jones about policy cancellations. Then, Kate Sheehy of the Fronteras Desk reports about the suburbs and America's new poor. Slate's Emily Yoffe joins the show with advice on how to deal with rude people, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:37
    Today, we'll start the show with a look into the suspected LAX shooter's belief in the "New World Order" conspiracy. Then, LGBT workplace rights bill moves forward in the Senate, Jezebel founded Anna Holmes joins the show to talk about her new book. Then, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics talk about new tunes by Eminem, Sky Ferreira and more.
    Today, we'll start the show with a look into the suspected LAX shooter's belief in the "New World Order" conspiracy. Then, LGBT workplace rights bill moves forward in the Senate, Jezebel founded Anna Holmes joins the show to talk about her new book. Then, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics talk about new tunes by Eminem, Sky Ferreira and more.
  • Listen 1:34:56
    Today on the show, we'll take a look at the ongoing investigation into the shooting at LAX. Then, KPCC's Alice Walton profiles Nury Martinez, the only woman on LA's City Council. In this week's Picture This, talk to photographer Michael Forster Rothbart's about his work in disaster areas in Chernobyl and Fukushima. Youth football coaches hope 'Heads Up' tackling technique will make the sport safer, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we'll take a look at the ongoing investigation into the shooting at LAX. Then, KPCC's Alice Walton profiles Nury Martinez, the only woman on LA's City Council. In this week's Picture This, talk to photographer Michael Forster Rothbart's about his work in disaster areas in Chernobyl and Fukushima. Youth football coaches hope 'Heads Up' tackling technique will make the sport safer, plus much more.
  • Update on the alleged FBI bribery sting of Sen. Ron Calderon; The pressure's on California House GOP members to act on immigration; Calif. prison realignment: Many women are serving more time in custody (photos); Football coaches hope 'Heads Up' tackling technique will make the sport safer, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:50
    Today on the show, Peter Lee of Covered California on how the state's healthcare exchange differs from healthcare.gov; LA's water wars fictionalized in the iconic 1974 film 'Chinatown'; Owens Valley braces for possible new resource war as LADWP seeks the sun's gold; Major drug trafficking tunnel discovered at US-Mexico border, plus much more.
    Today on the show, Peter Lee of Covered California on how the state's healthcare exchange differs from healthcare.gov; LA's water wars fictionalized in the iconic 1974 film 'Chinatown'; Owens Valley braces for possible new resource war as LADWP seeks the sun's gold; Major drug trafficking tunnel discovered at US-Mexico border, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:22
    Who is being held responsible for Obamacare website issues?; Covered California's enrollment counselor certification is behind schedule; William Mulholland's rise from ditch-digger to controversial LA power player; LA's water department casts its shadow over the Owens Valley; Is there really an impending global wine shortage?, plus much more.
    Who is being held responsible for Obamacare website issues?; Covered California's enrollment counselor certification is behind schedule; William Mulholland's rise from ditch-digger to controversial LA power player; LA's water department casts its shadow over the Owens Valley; Is there really an impending global wine shortage?, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:40
    California, other West Coast states sign climate change pact; Sriracha maker Huy Fong Foods sued as 'public nuisance'; How the LA Aqueduct altered the Owens Valley environment; Pension reform: Long Beach claims leadership in reducing risk; Privacy a major hurdle for states testing 'black box' recorders in cars; Celebrating 100 years of excavation at the La Brea Tar Pits, plus much more.
    California, other West Coast states sign climate change pact; Sriracha maker Huy Fong Foods sued as 'public nuisance'; How the LA Aqueduct altered the Owens Valley environment; Pension reform: Long Beach claims leadership in reducing risk; Privacy a major hurdle for states testing 'black box' recorders in cars; Celebrating 100 years of excavation at the La Brea Tar Pits, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:58
    This week we launch our series on the Los Angeles Aqueduct. First, we hear why building the LA Aqueduct was the city's 'original sin'. Then, producer Meghan McCarty takes us on a trip to the source of LA's water. Later, we discuss whether a little inflation actually be good for the economy?; Latino political donors push GOP to move on immigration reform; The image and influence of California's organized labor; Odd Hollywood Jobs: The spookiest prop house in showbiz; On The Lot: Deadline.com drama, biopics and more.
    This week we launch our series on the Los Angeles Aqueduct. First, we hear why building the LA Aqueduct was the city's 'original sin'. Then, producer Meghan McCarty takes us on a trip to the source of LA's water. Later, we discuss whether a little inflation actually be good for the economy?; Latino political donors push GOP to move on immigration reform; The image and influence of California's organized labor; Odd Hollywood Jobs: The spookiest prop house in showbiz; On The Lot: Deadline.com drama, biopics and more.
  • Listen 1:34:38
    Foreign leaders find NSA spying by US 'an abuse of trust'; Mexico puts a stop to GMO corn production; California issues largest campaign donor violation fine to two groups; Sriracha hot sauce gets its place at the table; Alan Weisman's 'Countdown' explores Earth's population capacity, plus much more. Elizabeth Mitchell takes a new twist on the Christmas album with 'The Sounding Joy', plus much more.
    Foreign leaders find NSA spying by US 'an abuse of trust'; Mexico puts a stop to GMO corn production; California issues largest campaign donor violation fine to two groups; Sriracha hot sauce gets its place at the table; Alan Weisman's 'Countdown' explores Earth's population capacity, plus much more. Elizabeth Mitchell takes a new twist on the Christmas album with 'The Sounding Joy', plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:30
    Today on the show, we hear about how immigration reform activists are turning to more aggressive and risky tactics to get their point across. Plus, California changes guidelines on how to deal with mentally ill inmates. Emily Bazar returns to answer listener questions about Obamacare and taxes, Feral cows are threatening visitors to Chino Hills State Park, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we hear about how immigration reform activists are turning to more aggressive and risky tactics to get their point across. Plus, California changes guidelines on how to deal with mentally ill inmates. Emily Bazar returns to answer listener questions about Obamacare and taxes, Feral cows are threatening visitors to Chino Hills State Park, plus much more.
Episodes
  • 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.
  • Listen 1:00:46
    Today, we begin with a discussion about a new initiative aimed at building a new generation of farmers and ranchers. Then, LGBT seniors struggle to find safe, affordable housing throughout the U.S. Plus, do incidents of anti-gay slurs, racism hint at larger problem in world soccer? Automaker recalls for 2014 already breaking records, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics bring new music from Kitten, Riff Raff and more.
    Today, we begin with a discussion about a new initiative aimed at building a new generation of farmers and ranchers. Then, LGBT seniors struggle to find safe, affordable housing throughout the U.S. Plus, do incidents of anti-gay slurs, racism hint at larger problem in world soccer? Automaker recalls for 2014 already breaking records, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics bring new music from Kitten, Riff Raff and more.
  • Listen 1:00:04
    California is lagging behind its goals for prison reform. Then, a new report points to Thailand, Malaysia as hotbeds of human trafficking, but the U.S. isn't immune. Plus, therapy is key to combating 'toxic stress' in babies, how two Prop 8 plaintiffs became symbols of the gay marriage fight, payday advance companies settle in with Native American tribes and much more.
    California is lagging behind its goals for prison reform. Then, a new report points to Thailand, Malaysia as hotbeds of human trafficking, but the U.S. isn't immune. Plus, therapy is key to combating 'toxic stress' in babies, how two Prop 8 plaintiffs became symbols of the gay marriage fight, payday advance companies settle in with Native American tribes and much more.
  • Listen 57:51
    Today on the show, we start with the news that a state audit has found that illegal sterilizations were done on female inmates. Then, 'Metastasis," the Spanish-language 'Breaking Bad' gets cooking. Plus, how to avoid sharing fraudulent news stories on social media, Juliette Lewis talks family drama and her new film "Hellion" and much more.
    Today on the show, we start with the news that a state audit has found that illegal sterilizations were done on female inmates. Then, 'Metastasis," the Spanish-language 'Breaking Bad' gets cooking. Plus, how to avoid sharing fraudulent news stories on social media, Juliette Lewis talks family drama and her new film "Hellion" and much more.
  • Listen 1:01:09
    American Apparel founder and CEO Dov Charney was voted out by the company's board of directors amid misconduct allegations. Then, if chosen as House Majority Leader, Rep. Kevin McCarthy has a lot to prove. Plus, apps for keeping up with all the World Cup action, Harley Davidson unveils its first electric motorcycle, is L.A. becoming a walkable city? And much more.
    American Apparel founder and CEO Dov Charney was voted out by the company's board of directors amid misconduct allegations. Then, if chosen as House Majority Leader, Rep. Kevin McCarthy has a lot to prove. Plus, apps for keeping up with all the World Cup action, Harley Davidson unveils its first electric motorcycle, is L.A. becoming a walkable city? And much more.
  • Listen 1:34:24
    Today on the show, we start with news that big tobacco is lighting up the e-cigarette market. Then, an analysis by Politico shows oil-train accidents have skyrocketed in last 5 years. Plus, what can 'maker culture' do for the US economy? The energy vampire that lets you watch 'Game of Thrones,' photographer Andrew Burton documents the quiet lives of elderly CA inmates and much more.
    Today on the show, we start with news that big tobacco is lighting up the e-cigarette market. Then, an analysis by Politico shows oil-train accidents have skyrocketed in last 5 years. Plus, what can 'maker culture' do for the US economy? The energy vampire that lets you watch 'Game of Thrones,' photographer Andrew Burton documents the quiet lives of elderly CA inmates and much more.
  • Listen 1:46:01
    Today on the show we start with a look at how the U.S. and Iran are working together to secure Iraq from ISIS fighters. Then, why LGBT immigrants are finding it easier to seek asylum in the U.S. Plus, Hewlett-Packard has a new vision for the future, the Museum of Latin American Art will include Chicano Art, and much more.
    Today on the show we start with a look at how the U.S. and Iran are working together to secure Iraq from ISIS fighters. Then, why LGBT immigrants are finding it easier to seek asylum in the U.S. Plus, Hewlett-Packard has a new vision for the future, the Museum of Latin American Art will include Chicano Art, and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:34
    Today, we hear from a journalist on the ground in Iraq after ISIS militants began their attack on the region. Then, a battle is brewing over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey. Plus, remembering Casey Kasem, Starbucks says it will pay for its employees college education, we learn how climate change is affecting the desert landscape, U.S. coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience at World Cup and much more
    Today, we hear from a journalist on the ground in Iraq after ISIS militants began their attack on the region. Then, a battle is brewing over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey. Plus, remembering Casey Kasem, Starbucks says it will pay for its employees college education, we learn how climate change is affecting the desert landscape, U.S. coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience at World Cup and much more
  • Listen 9:59
    Today we begin with Barack Obama's comments on the unrest in Iraq. Then, we hear from an Iraqi-American concerned about his family back home. Plus, who's killing the peafowl of Rolling Hills Estates? Mexican-American soccer fans view game as 'a culture, a religion,' 'Mad Men''s Rich Sommer joins cast of characters for LA Film Fest table read, Aimee Mann and Ted Leo team up for their new album 'The Both' and more.
    Today we begin with Barack Obama's comments on the unrest in Iraq. Then, we hear from an Iraqi-American concerned about his family back home. Plus, who's killing the peafowl of Rolling Hills Estates? Mexican-American soccer fans view game as 'a culture, a religion,' 'Mad Men''s Rich Sommer joins cast of characters for LA Film Fest table read, Aimee Mann and Ted Leo team up for their new album 'The Both' and more.