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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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Today on the show we'll take an in-depth look at Prop 8, from the history of the movement to it's current status in the Supreme Court. Then, Sequestration hits home for low-income Angelenos, we ask whether Sunset's Tower Records should become a landmark, and much more.
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On today's show, why campaign cash could flow into the coffers of Republicans who support gay marriage. Also, picturing the price of war, Latinos trying to change how Hollywood depicts them, telling stories of illegal border crossings as part of your family's history, trying to cut your toddler off from the iPad, and much more.
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Listen 1:28:56Today on the show, we'll look at both sides at the Prop 8 debate, days before it heads to the Supreme Court. Then, "The Big Lebowski" turns 15, part two of Patt Morrison's interview with LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, tackling asian stereotypes in film and TV, announcing the winner of the Toyota Avalon pledge prize and much more.Today on the show, we'll look at both sides at the Prop 8 debate, days before it heads to the Supreme Court. Then, "The Big Lebowski" turns 15, part two of Patt Morrison's interview with LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, tackling asian stereotypes in film and TV, announcing the winner of the Toyota Avalon pledge prize and much more.
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Today on the show, Patt Morrison interviews outgoing LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa about the ups, downs and legacy of his mayorship. Plus, Sumo oranges make a big splash in California, the LA Times brings back its Homicide Report blog and much more.
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Listen 1:28:40Today, we'll hear about an Iraqi translator who's adjusting to his new life in the U.S. Plus, California raisin farmers get their day in the high court against the USDA, U.S. attorneys general meet with their Mexican counterpart to discuss drug and human trafficking, and much more.Today, we'll hear about an Iraqi translator who's adjusting to his new life in the U.S. Plus, California raisin farmers get their day in the high court against the USDA, U.S. attorneys general meet with their Mexican counterpart to discuss drug and human trafficking, and much more.
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Listen 1:28:34Today we'll look at how women's issues are taking the immigration reform spotlight. Then, the trial of former Guatemalan dictator begins, Iraqi immigrants refugees struggle to adjust to life in Orange County, we look at the state of African-American newspapers, and much more.Today we'll look at how women's issues are taking the immigration reform spotlight. Then, the trial of former Guatemalan dictator begins, Iraqi immigrants refugees struggle to adjust to life in Orange County, we look at the state of African-American newspapers, and much more.
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Listen 25:33Today, we'll talk about how court budget cuts are threatening the 50-year-old Gideon v. Wainwright decision guaranteeing a right to counsel. Then, photographer David Gilkey shares his photos and experience as one of the first embedded journalists during the Iraq War. Plus, the Dodgers/Time Warner deal, Villaraigosa's legacy and much more.Today, we'll talk about how court budget cuts are threatening the 50-year-old Gideon v. Wainwright decision guaranteeing a right to counsel. Then, photographer David Gilkey shares his photos and experience as one of the first embedded journalists during the Iraq War. Plus, the Dodgers/Time Warner deal, Villaraigosa's legacy and much more.
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Today, we take a look at how conservatives are discussing the issue of immigration at the annual CPAC meeting. Then, concussion businesses are growing out of the NFL's increased concern about head injuries, Tess Vigeland explores Boyle Heights and much more.
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Listen 1:28:26Today we'll take a look at the new pope and how Latinos are reacting. Then, Cal Tech earthquake early warning system predicts Monday's quake, Rina Palta fills us in on the new chief of jails, soft drink companies worry about the growing popularity of the Soda Stream, a 'Veronica Mars' movie is a go after successful Kickstarter campaign, and more.Today we'll take a look at the new pope and how Latinos are reacting. Then, Cal Tech earthquake early warning system predicts Monday's quake, Rina Palta fills us in on the new chief of jails, soft drink companies worry about the growing popularity of the Soda Stream, a 'Veronica Mars' movie is a go after successful Kickstarter campaign, and more.
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Today we find out what California Dems can do with their regained supermajority in the state legislature. Then, we visit a high school for teen parents, we hear what's next in the Miramonte School child abuse case, and much more.
Episodes
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A cartoonist for the International New York Times discusses his reaction to the killings at Charlie Hebdo. Andrew Young, chair of the Andrew Young Foundation and friend of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., talks about the new film 'Selma.' Plus, wearable fitness trackers are popular these days. Tech writer Dave Pogue discusses what is done with the data that is collected, and if it's even accurate.
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Talking to kids about race, is the legal immigration system biased, the high-tech home of the futureTalking to kids about race, does the legal immigration process discriminate against Latin Americans, and connected gadgets in the house of the future.
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A grand juror in the Michael Brown case wants to speak out, Mexico's president meets with Obama, and new releases from Kanye West and Madonna.
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A new year means new laws, but how many immigrants are seizing the opportunity for a driver’s licenses or college loans? A preview of Gov. Jerry Brown's State of the State address, and talks continue to swirl over whether an NFL team will really come to L.A. PROGRAMMING NOTE: This episode of Take Two airs for one hour, instead of two, due to Gov. Brown's address.
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New questions about whether or not North Korea was really involved in the Sony hack. A look ahead to 2015 food trends. Plus, after cancer diagnosis, guitarist Wilko Johnson is Going Back Home.
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Listen 46:57A Mendocino High School athlete speaks out after he and his teammates wore 'I Can't Breathe' shirts during practice. A check in on search efforts 10 months after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared. Plus, Luke Zamperini talks about filling in for his father, Louis, in the 2015 Rose Parade.A Mendocino High School athlete speaks out after he and his teammates wore 'I Can't Breathe' shirts during practice. A check in on search efforts 10 months after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared. Plus, Luke Zamperini talks about filling in for his father, Louis, in the 2015 Rose Parade.
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Journalist Hermione Gee gives an update on the rise of Islamist militants in Iraq and Syria and the group calling itself the Islamic State, who caught the world's attention in 2014. A new study says the advice dished out by TV doctors is wrong, and a check-in with a couple who hit the road to live in a tiny house.
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What L.A. could expect with the release of the Ezell Ford autopsy report. A check-in on Ebola conditions in Liberia, and 'The Wild Truth' explains the story behind why a young man ventured off into the Alaskan wilderness, as depicted in the movie 'Into the Wild.'
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The contribution women make in the military, bassist Flea produces a movie about a junked-out jazz pianist, artichoke joins the legion of flavored waters for sale.
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Laemmle co-owner Greg Laemmle talks about the decision to screen "The Interview." A new app keeps drivers in the know about U.S.-Mexico border traffic, and a travel writer speaks in defense of parents flying with children.
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A woman who was involved in a police shooting in the 1970s and fled to Cuba could now face capture. New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor talks about the gender gap in the Silicon Valley, and the gift concierge shares her ideas for last-minute holiday shoppers.
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North Korea's once thriving film industry falters, finding security and privacy in the always-connected world, sorting out the villians in the Sony hack.