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Critics review the latest film releases: “Death of a Unicorn,” “Grand Tour,” “An Unfinished Film,” and “The Ballad of Wallis Island.”

Critics review the latest film releases: “Death of a Unicorn,” “Grand Tour,” “An Unfinished Film,” and “The Ballad of Wallis Island.”

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Encore: Johnny Carson wasn’t the same on-air and in private, says new book

Johnny Carson was seemingly a friend to millions as the host of "The Tonight Show" for three decades.

Encore: Yacht rock: Inside the appeal and repulsion of ‘70s SoCal music

In the mid-1970s and ‘80s in SoCal, bands like Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, and Toto blended jazz, R&B, and pop to create a new soft style: yacht rock.

Encore: ‘Porcelain War’ juxtaposes war and art in Ukraine

“Porcelain War” is a new documentary that vividly portrays the lives of civilians-turned-soldiers on and off Ukraine’s battlefield against Russia.

Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: Mar. 31, 2025

Chris Douridas guest hosts Morning Becomes Eclectic.

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 This season on Lost Notes: Groupies. Women of the Sunset Strip from the Pill to Punk.

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This season on Lost Notes: Groupies. Women of the Sunset Strip from the Pill to Punk.

 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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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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 Celebrate 38th anniversary of U2 filming rock video atop DTLA building

Celebrate 38th anniversary of U2 filming rock video atop DTLA building

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USC professor’s house burned down, now he’s helping victims test their soil

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 For Eric Adjepong, sharing recipes from Ghana connects his cultural identity to his culinary journey

For Eric Adjepong, sharing recipes from Ghana connects his cultural identity to his culinary journey

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Encore: ‘Porcelain War’ juxtaposes war and art in Ukraine

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 Zach Braff reflects on 20 life changing years of the ‘Garden State’ OST

Zach Braff reflects on 20 life changing years of the ‘Garden State’ OST

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 Weekend film reviews: ‘Death of a Unicorn,’ ‘Grand Tour’

Weekend film reviews: ‘Death of a Unicorn,’ ‘Grand Tour’

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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.

We were excited to meet up with Jacob Alon, a seemingly otherworldy Scottish folk artist, while at SXSW this year.

Today’s Top Tune: Jacob Alon – ‘Fairy In A Bottle’

We were excited to meet up with Jacob Alon, a seemingly otherworldy Scottish folk artist, while at SXSW this year.

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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.

"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 30, 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 30, 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…

from Jason Kramer

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

Jeremy Sole's playlist, March 30, 2025

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

from Jeremy Sole

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 30, 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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New releases in all genres.

Chris Douridas' playlist, March 30, 2025

New releases in all genres.

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Alex Hutchinson, science journalist and endurance athlete, discusses the science that drives human exploration.

Are we wired for discovery? Alex Hutchinson on the explorer’s gene.

Alex Hutchinson, science journalist and endurance athlete, discusses the science that drives human exploration.

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Anthrax – an example of how the US Government has worked to stop the spread of disease

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Anthrax – an example of how the US Government has worked to stop the spread of disease

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Fanatic! I hope you had a great week. All around me leaves are exploding back into existence and the temperature is rising. Some cool records are coming out soon.

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Fanatic! I hope you had a great week. All around me leaves are exploding back into existence and the temperature is rising. Some cool records are coming out soon.

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

Metropolis playlist, March 29, 2025

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

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Unearthing new discoveries, remixes and rarities, b-sides and lost classics.

Dan Wilcox's playlist, March 29, 2025

Unearthing new discoveries, remixes and rarities, b-sides and lost classics.

from Dan Wilcox

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 29, 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…

from Raul Campos

New releases in all genres.

Chris Douridas' playlist, March 29, 2025

New releases in all genres.

from Chris Douridas

Filmmaker Zach Braff visits us ahead of a “Garden State” anniversary concert to discuss the impact of both the film and the soundtrack after 20 years.

Zach Braff reflects on 20 life changing years of the ‘Garden State’ OST

Filmmaker Zach Braff visits us ahead of a “Garden State” anniversary concert to discuss the impact of both the film and the soundtrack after 20 years.

from The Treatment

Cristin Milioti reveals a deep admiration for the songs of Joni Mitchell and Fiona Apple, expressing how their music has been integral to her life.

Cristin Milioti’s intense connection to Joni Mitchell and Fiona Apple

Cristin Milioti reveals a deep admiration for the songs of Joni Mitchell and Fiona Apple, expressing how their music has been integral to her life.

from The Treatment

We chat with author China Miéville about his renowned steampunk novel, “Perdido Street Station,” on the heels of its 25th anniversary limited edition reprint.

Writer China Miéville talks 25 years of ‘Perdido Street Station’

We chat with author China Miéville about his renowned steampunk novel, “Perdido Street Station,” on the heels of its 25th anniversary limited edition reprint.

from The Treatment