Today is Giving Tuesday!

Give back to local trustworthy news; your gift's impact will go twice as far for LAist because it's matched dollar for dollar on this special day. 
A row of graphics payment types: Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay and PayPal, and  below a lock with Secure Payment text to the right
Audience-funded nonprofit news
radio tower icon laist logo
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
Subscribe
  • Listen Now Playing Listen

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.

Show your support for Take Two

LAist relies on your listener support to power the shows you love. Your donation today enables us to create more great programs for you.
A row of graphics payment types: Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay and PayPal, and  below a lock with Secure Payment text to the right
Episodes
  • Listen 1:29:15
    How California is turning unusually windy days into green power; Emily Rapp discusses her memoir "Still Point of the Turning World"; Tuesday Reviewsday takes a look ahead to Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival; Vandals strike again in Joshua Tree National Park; San Bernardino eyes bankruptcy as city officials resign, plus much more.
    How California is turning unusually windy days into green power; Emily Rapp discusses her memoir "Still Point of the Turning World"; Tuesday Reviewsday takes a look ahead to Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival; Vandals strike again in Joshua Tree National Park; San Bernardino eyes bankruptcy as city officials resign, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:29:17
    The U.S. Senate returns from recess to consider proposals for gun control; Julia Sweeney's discusses her new memoir "If It's Not One Thing It's Your Mother"; Announcing the winner of the Public Radio Bracket Madness; Why is Hollywood leaving sex scenes on the cutting room floor?; Filmmaker Eugene Jarecki addresses drug law reform in Sacramento, and much more.
    The U.S. Senate returns from recess to consider proposals for gun control; Julia Sweeney's discusses her new memoir "If It's Not One Thing It's Your Mother"; Announcing the winner of the Public Radio Bracket Madness; Why is Hollywood leaving sex scenes on the cutting room floor?; Filmmaker Eugene Jarecki addresses drug law reform in Sacramento, and much more.
  • Listen 1:29:52
    Reflections on the life and legacy of film critic Roger Ebert; California considers instituting official guidelines for fracking; Mexican cowboys practice their vaquero traditions in Los Angeles; Magicians prepare for their Academy Awards show, and much more.
    Reflections on the life and legacy of film critic Roger Ebert; California considers instituting official guidelines for fracking; Mexican cowboys practice their vaquero traditions in Los Angeles; Magicians prepare for their Academy Awards show, and much more.
  • Listen 1:29:48
    Why the U.S. oil boom hasn't lowered gas price at the pump; 'Tattoo Nation' explores body art's rise from taboo to commonplace; 'Laugh In' announcer Gary Owens weighs in on 'Tonight Show''s move to New York; UCLA scientists test possible 'cure' for meth addiction, and much more.
    Why the U.S. oil boom hasn't lowered gas price at the pump; 'Tattoo Nation' explores body art's rise from taboo to commonplace; 'Laugh In' announcer Gary Owens weighs in on 'Tonight Show''s move to New York; UCLA scientists test possible 'cure' for meth addiction, and much more.
  • Listen 1:27:56
    President Obama heads to San Francisco for fundraising events; Glendale is criticized for nixing Spanish and Korean-language ballots; What Angelenos in 1988 got right and wrong about LA life in 2013; Student veterans look for a place of their own; The best and worst baseball movies of all time, and much more.
    President Obama heads to San Francisco for fundraising events; Glendale is criticized for nixing Spanish and Korean-language ballots; What Angelenos in 1988 got right and wrong about LA life in 2013; Student veterans look for a place of their own; The best and worst baseball movies of all time, and much more.
  • Listen 1:36:57
    Today on the show, we'll look at student veterans as they struggle to go back to school and move on with their lives; Residents of Hinkley, Ca are moving away in droves due to continued toxicity; OC Register's university ad deal raises ethics and credibility questions; What does it mean for our state capitol if the Sacramento Kings move to Seattle? Plus much more.
    Today on the show, we'll look at student veterans as they struggle to go back to school and move on with their lives; Residents of Hinkley, Ca are moving away in droves due to continued toxicity; OC Register's university ad deal raises ethics and credibility questions; What does it mean for our state capitol if the Sacramento Kings move to Seattle? Plus much more.
  • Listen 1:28:40
    Mexican drug cartels are sending agents to run operations deep inside the US; Mark Zuckerberg joins other tech leaders to form multimillion-dollar super PAC; Update on the murder trial of Rockefeller impostor Christian Gerhartsreiter; Stealth fees drive up college costs, plus much more.
    Mexican drug cartels are sending agents to run operations deep inside the US; Mark Zuckerberg joins other tech leaders to form multimillion-dollar super PAC; Update on the murder trial of Rockefeller impostor Christian Gerhartsreiter; Stealth fees drive up college costs, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:31:53
    President Obama makes an appearance on Spanish-language TV, and the latest in immigration news; Critics protest Obama's "protection" of Monsanto; A Judge rules that private Manson tapes can be released to authorities; Derek Cianfrance joins the show to talk about "The Place Beyond The Pines," plus much more.
    President Obama makes an appearance on Spanish-language TV, and the latest in immigration news; Critics protest Obama's "protection" of Monsanto; A Judge rules that private Manson tapes can be released to authorities; Derek Cianfrance joins the show to talk about "The Place Beyond The Pines," plus much more.
  • Listen 1:27:41
    StingRay surveillance technology is raising privacy and constitutionality concerns; Tess Vigeland explores Leimert Park; Should fossil fuel subsidies come to an end?; Mexico's Semana Santa celebration brings shoppers to the U.S.; California smokers could pay higher health care costs under Obamacare, and much more.
    StingRay surveillance technology is raising privacy and constitutionality concerns; Tess Vigeland explores Leimert Park; Should fossil fuel subsidies come to an end?; Mexico's Semana Santa celebration brings shoppers to the U.S.; California smokers could pay higher health care costs under Obamacare, and much more.
  • Listen 1:26:26
    Today we'll take a look at the status of DOMA and the latest news coming out of the Supreme Court. Then, most drug busts at the US-Mexican border involve American citizens, Bridal Brokerage helps take the financial pain out of cancelled weddings and much more.
    Today we'll take a look at the status of DOMA and the latest news coming out of the Supreme Court. Then, most drug busts at the US-Mexican border involve American citizens, Bridal Brokerage helps take the financial pain out of cancelled weddings and much more.
Episodes
  • Listen 1:34:36
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion of President Obama's trip to California, during which he will tout renewable energy initiatives. Then, new NPR president Jarl Mohn talks about what's next for the network. Plus, City Council could ban new strip clubs and liquor stores in the Valley, 'Palo Alto' marks Gia Coppola's directorial debut, Attorney General Kamala Harris announces program to curb recidivism in LA, 'Documented' profiles award-winning reporter's revelation of illegal status, plus much more
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion of President Obama's trip to California, during which he will tout renewable energy initiatives. Then, new NPR president Jarl Mohn talks about what's next for the network. Plus, City Council could ban new strip clubs and liquor stores in the Valley, 'Palo Alto' marks Gia Coppola's directorial debut, Attorney General Kamala Harris announces program to curb recidivism in LA, 'Documented' profiles award-winning reporter's revelation of illegal status, plus much more
  • Listen 1:34:33
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about Obama's fundraising visit to L.A. Then, Michael Sam, the first openly gay player in the NFL Draft, awaits a new football home. Plus, can a social media campaign #BringBackOurGirls?, Jet magazine enters an all-digital era, we discuss your suggestions for LA's tagline, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about Obama's fundraising visit to L.A. Then, Michael Sam, the first openly gay player in the NFL Draft, awaits a new football home. Plus, can a social media campaign #BringBackOurGirls?, Jet magazine enters an all-digital era, we discuss your suggestions for LA's tagline, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:48
    Today on the show, U.S. officials announce new rules for H1B visas. Then, Chinese online marketplace, Alibaba, is set to offer its IPO. Then, Stanford announces divestment from coal, the Guardian ranks L.A. as the city with the best urban brand, high-speed rail plan brings up concerns of Valley Fever, the latest in sports and more.
    Today on the show, U.S. officials announce new rules for H1B visas. Then, Chinese online marketplace, Alibaba, is set to offer its IPO. Then, Stanford announces divestment from coal, the Guardian ranks L.A. as the city with the best urban brand, high-speed rail plan brings up concerns of Valley Fever, the latest in sports and more.
  • Listen 1:34:56
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about which Latino leaders from California got endorsements from Eva Longoria's Latino Victory Project. Then, a look at teacher diversity in the US. Plus, 60 years since Roger Bannister ran the four-minute mile, Nancy Silverton wins big James Beard award, Beverly Hills Hotel under fire for ties to sharia law-following Sultan of Brunei and much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about which Latino leaders from California got endorsements from Eva Longoria's Latino Victory Project. Then, a look at teacher diversity in the US. Plus, 60 years since Roger Bannister ran the four-minute mile, Nancy Silverton wins big James Beard award, Beverly Hills Hotel under fire for ties to sharia law-following Sultan of Brunei and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:20
    Today, we'll start with a discussion of Target CEO's resignation amid the data breach scandal. Then, charities struggle with decision to keep or return donations given by Clippers owner Donald Sterling. Plus, the NHL season gets exciting in California, The Headshot Truck hopes to take the hassle out of actors' headshots, new study suggests that snobby people make better salespeople for luxury good, and much more.
    Today, we'll start with a discussion of Target CEO's resignation amid the data breach scandal. Then, charities struggle with decision to keep or return donations given by Clippers owner Donald Sterling. Plus, the NHL season gets exciting in California, The Headshot Truck hopes to take the hassle out of actors' headshots, new study suggests that snobby people make better salespeople for luxury good, and much more.
  • Listen 1:33:32
    Today, we start with a discussion about the resignation of LA's NAACP president Leon Jenkins. What does this mean for the organization and what is its role in modern day America? Then, a couple big anniversaries this week: Union Station turns 75 and LA's Groundlings improv company turns 40. Plus, California Chrome hopes to win big at the Kentucky Derby this weekend, Carlene Carter's new album pays tribute to her musical family and more.
    Today, we start with a discussion about the resignation of LA's NAACP president Leon Jenkins. What does this mean for the organization and what is its role in modern day America? Then, a couple big anniversaries this week: Union Station turns 75 and LA's Groundlings improv company turns 40. Plus, California Chrome hopes to win big at the Kentucky Derby this weekend, Carlene Carter's new album pays tribute to her musical family and more.
  • Listen 1:34:58
    Today, we'll start with an update on the meeting between Rep. Paul Ryan and Black Caucus. Then, teens tackle tough topics at a Tuscon poetry slam. Plus, touring the San Gabriel Mission, how an Afghan 'torturer in chief' ended up in an L.A. suburb, farmers forcast less rice and higher prices because of drought, plus much more.
    Today, we'll start with an update on the meeting between Rep. Paul Ryan and Black Caucus. Then, teens tackle tough topics at a Tuscon poetry slam. Plus, touring the San Gabriel Mission, how an Afghan 'torturer in chief' ended up in an L.A. suburb, farmers forcast less rice and higher prices because of drought, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:34:37
    Today on the show, we'll look at the next steps after Clippers owner Donald Sterling's lifetime ban from the Clippers. Also, why hadn't Sterling's past transgressions spurred a reaction from the NBA? Then, the US Army is reviewing earlier women's hairstyle guidelines after criticism that it discriminated against black women. Plus, why are book subtitles getting longer? A new study says mice fear male researchers more than female researchers, and much more.
    Today on the show, we'll look at the next steps after Clippers owner Donald Sterling's lifetime ban from the Clippers. Also, why hadn't Sterling's past transgressions spurred a reaction from the NBA? Then, the US Army is reviewing earlier women's hairstyle guidelines after criticism that it discriminated against black women. Plus, why are book subtitles getting longer? A new study says mice fear male researchers more than female researchers, and much more.
  • Listen 1:35:01
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about Clippers owner Donald Sterling's history of sexism. Then, the White House is set to announce guidelines for college campuses to combat sexual assault. Plus, Toyota's move from Torrance to Texas strikes a blow to Southern California, The New Yorker's cartoon editor talks about his life in comics, science might help streamline the airplane boarding process, plus much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about Clippers owner Donald Sterling's history of sexism. Then, the White House is set to announce guidelines for college campuses to combat sexual assault. Plus, Toyota's move from Torrance to Texas strikes a blow to Southern California, The New Yorker's cartoon editor talks about his life in comics, science might help streamline the airplane boarding process, plus much more.
  • Listen 1:33:54
    Today on the show, we'll start with an update on the controversy surrounding alleged racist comments allegedly made by Clippers owner Donald Sterling. What role to NBA team owners play? Then, the origin of corporate buzzwords. Plus, voice recognition is getting better, Mexican drug cartels are driving up the prices for limes, and much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with an update on the controversy surrounding alleged racist comments allegedly made by Clippers owner Donald Sterling. What role to NBA team owners play? Then, the origin of corporate buzzwords. Plus, voice recognition is getting better, Mexican drug cartels are driving up the prices for limes, and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:52
    Today on the show, we start with a discussion about President Obama's visit to Malaysia. Then, a huge settlement was just reached in a tech industry anti-trust lawsuit. Plus, how the sharing economy has grown into such a huge industry, One Day In L.A. storytelling event brings together filmmakers from 11 cities, the latest in California's drought news, the Paris Photo exhibit features rare photos from the LAPD's crime scene archives and much more.
    Today on the show, we start with a discussion about President Obama's visit to Malaysia. Then, a huge settlement was just reached in a tech industry anti-trust lawsuit. Plus, how the sharing economy has grown into such a huge industry, One Day In L.A. storytelling event brings together filmmakers from 11 cities, the latest in California's drought news, the Paris Photo exhibit features rare photos from the LAPD's crime scene archives and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:52
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about how the FDA wants to regulate electronic cigarettes. Then, how is California's new Transitional Kindergarten plan shaping up? Then, NOAA researchers find a 19th Century shipwreck near the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Filipino gun culture has deep roots in Los Angeles, and much more.
    Today on the show, we'll start with a discussion about how the FDA wants to regulate electronic cigarettes. Then, how is California's new Transitional Kindergarten plan shaping up? Then, NOAA researchers find a 19th Century shipwreck near the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Filipino gun culture has deep roots in Los Angeles, and much more.