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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 48:23
    Tom Steyer enters the crowded Democratic field of presidential candidates, the pros and cons of earthquake insurance, a photographer documents the real Hollywood Boulevard.
    Tom Steyer enters the crowded Democratic field of presidential candidates, the pros and cons of earthquake insurance, a photographer documents the real Hollywood Boulevard.
  • Listen 48:28
    Ridgecrest aftermath, Gov. Newsom backs legislation to hold utilities responsible for wildfire-related expenses, LA's Hollyhock House gets a special designation.
    Ridgecrest aftermath, Gov. Newsom backs legislation to hold utilities responsible for wildfire-related expenses, LA's Hollyhock House gets a special designation.
  • Listen 48:41
    Earthquake preparedness tips following the 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Ridgecrest, Joseph Biden and Kamala Harris square off, annual Pageant of the Masters returns to Laguna Beach.
    Earthquake preparedness tips following the 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Ridgecrest, Joseph Biden and Kamala Harris square off, annual Pageant of the Masters returns to Laguna Beach.
  • Listen 48:49
    U.S. Representative Judith Chu's tour of a detention center at the border, Mayor Garcetti's first six years in office, Fireworks' effects on animals.
    U.S. Representative Judith Chu's tour of a detention center at the border, Mayor Garcetti's first six years in office, Fireworks' effects on animals.
  • Listen 48:48
    New Pentagon report says military bases along the coast aren't acting fast enough on climate change, Law enforcement is engaging in Islamophobia on Facebook, M.G. Hennessey talks about "The Echo Park Castaways" book.
    New Pentagon report says military bases along the coast aren't acting fast enough on climate change, Law enforcement is engaging in Islamophobia on Facebook, M.G. Hennessey talks about "The Echo Park Castaways" book.
  • Listen 48:48
    L.A. stands to lose affordable housing units, California's Air Resources Board launches Kicking Gas campaign, Superpower book explores wind energy.
    L.A. stands to lose affordable housing units, California's Air Resources Board launches Kicking Gas campaign, Superpower book explores wind energy.
  • Listen 49:46
    All the highlights from this week's Democratic presidential debates, L.A. Gay rights movements leading up to Stonewall, Koreatown struggles with homelessness.
    All the highlights from this week's Democratic presidential debates, L.A. Gay rights movements leading up to Stonewall, Koreatown struggles with homelessness.
  • Listen 49:54
    Unpacking the implications of the 2020 Census SCOTUS decision, A look at the growing homeless population in Koreatown, a few tips on coyotes.
    Unpacking the implications of the 2020 Census SCOTUS decision, A look at the growing homeless population in Koreatown, a few tips on coyotes.
  • Listen 49:50
    How L.A. stands to be affected by a Supreme Court ruling on the citizenship question, CA law enforcement agencies prepare for body cam law taking effect July 1.
    How L.A. stands to be affected by a Supreme Court ruling on the citizenship question, CA law enforcement agencies prepare for body cam law taking effect July 1.
  • Listen 49:56
    Los Angeles is suing the FAA over airplane noise from changing flight patterns into LAX, Nipsey Hussle's death inspires gang peace talks, "The Hills" returns.
    Los Angeles is suing the FAA over airplane noise from changing flight patterns into LAX, Nipsey Hussle's death inspires gang peace talks, "The Hills" returns.
Episodes
  • Today, we talk with attorney Kenneth Feinberg on how he will decide what GM switch victims' lives are wort. Then, ousted Dov Charney hints at a fight for control of American Apparel. Plus, soccer's rising in the U.S., but can it break into the big leagues? Mosquito-borne Chikingunya virus spreading to the Americas, Brazilian hip-hop artist Emicida captures youth culture in Sao Paulo and much more.
  • Listen 1:34:45
    Today, we start with a discussion about the increase in California's minimum wage to $9/hour. Then, California extends paid family leave benefits. Plus, Robert Townsend on his film "Hollywood Shuffle" and the roles black actors are offered today, President Obama plans to sidestep Congress on Immigration, Prescott community still healing from Yarnell Hill Fire tragedy and much more.
    Today, we start with a discussion about the increase in California's minimum wage to $9/hour. Then, California extends paid family leave benefits. Plus, Robert Townsend on his film "Hollywood Shuffle" and the roles black actors are offered today, President Obama plans to sidestep Congress on Immigration, Prescott community still healing from Yarnell Hill Fire tragedy and much more.
  • 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.