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Critics review the latest film releases: “Black Bag,” “Opus,” “Novocaine,” and “The Electric State.”

Critics review the latest film releases: “Black Bag,” “Opus,” “Novocaine,” and “The Electric State.”

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 Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly politics show where we take on the tough, divisive issues you’re afraid to talk about with your own family.

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Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly politics show where we take on the tough, divisive issues you’re afraid to talk about with your own family.

 Madeleine Brand hosts Press Play, examining the latest ideas and trends shaping our world and Los Angeles. Streaming & podcast daily at KCRW.com.

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 Brown University doctor deported despite visa, court-ordered protection

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Weekend film reviews: ‘Black Bag,’ ‘Opus,’ ‘Novocaine’

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DOJ lawyers accused Rasha Alawieh, a kidney transplant specialist, of having “sympathetic” photos of Hezbollah leaders on her phone.

Brown University doctor deported despite visa, court-ordered protection

DOJ lawyers accused Rasha Alawieh, a kidney transplant specialist, of having “sympathetic” photos of Hezbollah leaders on her phone.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Jennifer Lee’s new album is a tribute to her late best friend.

TOKiMONSTA on friendship, aphasia, being a ‘boundary-pushing’ LA artist

Jennifer Lee’s new album is a tribute to her late best friend.

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Why El Salvador accepted US inmates in its mega-prison

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President Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport more than 200 alleged Venezuelan gang members. But a judge blocked those deportations over the weekend.

Trump defies court order to halt deportations of Venezuelans to El Salvador

President Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport more than 200 alleged Venezuelan gang members. But a judge blocked those deportations over the weekend.

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KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: Mar. 17, 2025

KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Novena Carmel.

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KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

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KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Download “Favorite Kind of People” from Philly-based, self-proclaimed “humanoid alien” Jaco Jaco for instant cool points.

Today’s Top Tune: Jaco Jaco – “Favorite Kind of People”

Download “Favorite Kind of People” from Philly-based, self-proclaimed “humanoid alien” Jaco Jaco for instant cool points.

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"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

LeRoy Downs' playlist, March 16, 2025

"Just Jazz" with LeRoy Downs. Downs' goal is to bring a varied sonic experience to jazz, while blending music, style, and culture.

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Featuring selections that range from carefully curated music from around the world with unique gems and quality tracks that will satisfy the needs of even the most discerning music…

Jason Kramer's playlist, March 16, 2025

Featuring selections that range from carefully curated music from around the world with unique gems and quality tracks that will satisfy the needs of even the most discerning music…

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A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

Jeremy Sole's playlist, March 16, 2025

A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.

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Raul Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, bringing essential cuts from around the world and a little closer to home -- from soulful grooves and fresh remixes…

Raul Campos' playlist, March 16, 2025

Raul Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, bringing essential cuts from around the world and a little closer to home -- from soulful grooves and fresh remixes…

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Philosopher Owen Flanagan talks about life as an alcoholic and offers insights into the brain science and complexities that lead to addiction.

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Philosopher Owen Flanagan talks about life as an alcoholic and offers insights into the brain science and complexities that lead to addiction.

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Data suggests that barriers may exist with adults being aware of this option for care at the end of life.

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Data suggests that barriers may exist with adults being aware of this option for care at the end of life.

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KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Eclectic 24

KCRW's all-music channel blending the collected talents and tastes of all KCRW's DJs into a single voice streaming 24 hours a day.

Fanatic! I hope you had a tremendous week with lots of music and good health. Tonight’s show is definitely a “spring oriented” gathering of tunes. I think it’s a good one.

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Fanatic! I hope you had a tremendous week with lots of music and good health. Tonight’s show is definitely a “spring oriented” gathering of tunes. I think it’s a good one.

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Jason Bentley captures the hypnotic pulse of modern city life on Saturday night.

Metropolis playlist, March 15, 2025

Jason Bentley captures the hypnotic pulse of modern city life on Saturday night.

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