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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
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State of Affairs: California Appeals Federal Judge's Assault Weapon Ruling, Doing Better by Victims of Intimate Partner Violence, Saying Goodbye to A Martinez
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Is it Safe to Go to Work Without Masks?, Van Nuys Neighborhood Profile, Black Families' Concerns on Return to In-Person School
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Councilman Mike Bonin Talks Homeless Encampment Plans, Pandemic Child Care, Unfiltered, Bachelor Host Chris Harrison Leaving For Good
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Listen 1:33:58Unrest in Egypt continues as President Morsi refuses to step down; The joys and difficulties of becoming an American citizen; SCOTUS rulings open green card doors binational same-sex couples; Anaheim City Council adopts new election model; #ProjectCitizen: Jury duty is one of the few requirements of citizenship, plus much more.Unrest in Egypt continues as President Morsi refuses to step down; The joys and difficulties of becoming an American citizen; SCOTUS rulings open green card doors binational same-sex couples; Anaheim City Council adopts new election model; #ProjectCitizen: Jury duty is one of the few requirements of citizenship, plus much more.
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Listen 1:22:15Today we'll check in on the status of the Yarnell fire and those mourning the loss of 19 firefighters, four of which were from California. Many of the men used fire tents to try and shelter themselves from the fire, but how do they work? Then, SoCal defense contractors may get big payday with border security deal, tattoo legend Ed Hardy inks his life story in 'Wear Your Dreams' and much more.Today we'll check in on the status of the Yarnell fire and those mourning the loss of 19 firefighters, four of which were from California. Many of the men used fire tents to try and shelter themselves from the fire, but how do they work? Then, SoCal defense contractors may get big payday with border security deal, tattoo legend Ed Hardy inks his life story in 'Wear Your Dreams' and much more.
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Listen 1:33:54Deadly Arizona fire claims lives of 19 firefighters. How can fire-prone areas fight wildfires while also ensuring the safety of firefighters?; Rural New Mexico community first to pass county-wide fracking ban; Gov. Brown OKs state's first off-reservation casino deal; California suburbs growing rapidly due to rising Latino population; Why have so many NFL players been arrested this summer? and much more.Deadly Arizona fire claims lives of 19 firefighters. How can fire-prone areas fight wildfires while also ensuring the safety of firefighters?; Rural New Mexico community first to pass county-wide fracking ban; Gov. Brown OKs state's first off-reservation casino deal; California suburbs growing rapidly due to rising Latino population; Why have so many NFL players been arrested this summer? and much more.
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Listen 1:00:59Migrant farmworkers speak up about sexual harassment and rape; Mavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy collaborate on 'One True Vine'; Friday Flashback: SCOTUS decisions, NSA scandal and more; Time is running out for prevention of student loan rate hike; Get ready, Bullseye with Jesse Thorn is coming to KPCCMigrant farmworkers speak up about sexual harassment and rape; Mavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy collaborate on 'One True Vine'; Friday Flashback: SCOTUS decisions, NSA scandal and more; Time is running out for prevention of student loan rate hike; Get ready, Bullseye with Jesse Thorn is coming to KPCC
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Listen 1:32:00Senate poised to pass bipartisan immigration reform bill; What the defeat of DOMA means for gay couples with foreign-born spouses; How is LA County preparing for potential influx of gay marriages?; Prop 8 decision a likely boon for wedding vendors; Picture This: Pej Behdarvand and the world of African body builders; Non-Mexican migrants increasing at the borderSenate poised to pass bipartisan immigration reform bill; What the defeat of DOMA means for gay couples with foreign-born spouses; How is LA County preparing for potential influx of gay marriages?; Prop 8 decision a likely boon for wedding vendors; Picture This: Pej Behdarvand and the world of African body builders; Non-Mexican migrants increasing at the border
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Listen 1:33:52The Supreme Court made historic rulings on both Prop 8 and the Defense Of Marriage Act today. We'll have a full show of analysis, local and national reaction, and we'll hear how this ruling will affect everyday Californians. In addition, we'll take a look at photographer David Guttenfelder's series on the plight of the songbird, and our regular sports roundup.The Supreme Court made historic rulings on both Prop 8 and the Defense Of Marriage Act today. We'll have a full show of analysis, local and national reaction, and we'll hear how this ruling will affect everyday Californians. In addition, we'll take a look at photographer David Guttenfelder's series on the plight of the songbird, and our regular sports roundup.
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Listen 1:32:09SCOTUS rules against key part of Voting Rights Act; President Obama to reveal plan for climate change; Norovirus outbreaks plague Yellowstone, Grand Teton parks; Competition seeks ideas for extreme weather resistant architecture; The Rainbow Flag at 35: Making of a global symbol of gay rights; Arborists attempt to clone John Muir's dying Giant Sequoia; Remembering 'Twilight Zone' writer Richard MathesonSCOTUS rules against key part of Voting Rights Act; President Obama to reveal plan for climate change; Norovirus outbreaks plague Yellowstone, Grand Teton parks; Competition seeks ideas for extreme weather resistant architecture; The Rainbow Flag at 35: Making of a global symbol of gay rights; Arborists attempt to clone John Muir's dying Giant Sequoia; Remembering 'Twilight Zone' writer Richard Matheson
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Listen 1:33:17SCOTUS punts affirmative action case back to lower courts; Immigration reform package's future in House is uncertain; Why is Edward Snowden seeking asylum in Ecuador?; Imperial Courts homicide draws attention to area's transition; #MyName: The importance of names and what they say about you; Hell Is Other People app helps you avoid unwanted run-ins, plus much more.SCOTUS punts affirmative action case back to lower courts; Immigration reform package's future in House is uncertain; Why is Edward Snowden seeking asylum in Ecuador?; Imperial Courts homicide draws attention to area's transition; #MyName: The importance of names and what they say about you; Hell Is Other People app helps you avoid unwanted run-ins, plus much more.
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Listen 1:33:13Senate immigration plan includes increase in border security efforts; World on Wheels roller skating rink gets its final spin; Sentences for white-collar criminals up for review; House rejects $500 billion farm bill; 'Angel Town': The City of LA's long lost official song; Translating mob lingo heard at the Whitey Bulger trial, and much more.Senate immigration plan includes increase in border security efforts; World on Wheels roller skating rink gets its final spin; Sentences for white-collar criminals up for review; House rejects $500 billion farm bill; 'Angel Town': The City of LA's long lost official song; Translating mob lingo heard at the Whitey Bulger trial, and much more.
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Listen 1:35:48Gay 'cure' ministry Exodus International apologizes, shuts down operations; Japanese-Americans seek historic status for Tuna Canyon detention station; Neighborhoods: A feast of history and culture await you in LA's Koreatown; Looming loan rate increase has students worried; Border counties struggle to prosecute drug offenses due to budget cuts; In Phoenix, zombie subdivisions wake from slumber; Hulu series 'East Los High' depicts Latino teen life in Los Angeles, plus much more.Gay 'cure' ministry Exodus International apologizes, shuts down operations; Japanese-Americans seek historic status for Tuna Canyon detention station; Neighborhoods: A feast of history and culture await you in LA's Koreatown; Looming loan rate increase has students worried; Border counties struggle to prosecute drug offenses due to budget cuts; In Phoenix, zombie subdivisions wake from slumber; Hulu series 'East Los High' depicts Latino teen life in Los Angeles, plus much more.
Episodes
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When should popular professional athletes decide to retire, UCLA's study on the struggle of undocumented students, Tuesday Reviewsday.
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President Obama in India, athletes and educators under investigation at big universities, Dame Edna steps off the stage.
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U.S. and Cuban officials hash out details for new diplomatic relations, jury selection in the Aurora theater shooting, boxer Manny Pacquiao.
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Listen 46:59Pam Wald's husband, Ben, utilized the Death with Dignity law in Oregon in 2012. She talks about going through the experience with him. Actress Jennifer Aniston talks about her leading role in the film, 'Cake.' And, Eater LA contributor Lucas Peterson set off a controversy when he wrote a glowing piece about a street vendor in Lincoln Heights who sells corn.Pam Wald's husband, Ben, utilized the Death with Dignity law in Oregon in 2012. She talks about going through the experience with him. Actress Jennifer Aniston talks about her leading role in the film, 'Cake.' And, Eater LA contributor Lucas Peterson set off a controversy when he wrote a glowing piece about a street vendor in Lincoln Heights who sells corn.
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Big Block of Cheese, diversity in Silicon Valley, conservatives power box office for American SniperA 21st century twist on a 19th century tradition - Big Block of Cheese, searching for diversity in the tech world, and conservatives flock to see American Sniper.
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Why U.S. officials quickly blamed North Korea for the Sony hack, evangelical churches change their thoughts toward gay marriage, a push for family leave.
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Cuba travel restrictions loosened, Mexican immigrant birth certificates, mysterious sea bird die-offNew changes are easing travel restrictions to Cuba. Plus, Mexican consulates in the U.S. can now issue birth certificates to its country's immigrants. And, a look at a mysterious die-off of sea birds along the Pacific Coast.
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20 acting nominations, not one goes to an actor of color. Leimert Park, the cultural hub of black Los Angeles, and Chevy's electric Bolt may challenge Tesla.
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Hollywood continues to fail at diversity, Al Qaeda says it was behind the Charlie Hebdo attack, Facebook's own version of Amber Alerts.
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Kamala Harris has announced she will run for Barbara Boxer's open U.S. Senate seat. Target's new Lilly Pulitzer line will offer plus sizes, but only to Internet shoppers. And, a look at how protest music has evolved over the generations.
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In light of the recent terror attacks in France, we get an update the status of counter-terrorism efforts in the U.S. Plus, the highs and lows of Sunday's Golden Globes, and a filmmakers examines what lead him to pull a bank heist at the age of 16.
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Dutch cartoonist Tjeerd Royards discusses the threats cartoonists face around the world,how the music was chosen for 'Selma,' and remembering Andrae Crouch.