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The latest film releases include “A Haunting In Venice,” “Cassandro,” “Rotting In The Sun,” and “A Million Miles Away.”

The latest film releases include “A Haunting In Venice,” “Cassandro,” “Rotting In The Sun,” and “A Million Miles Away.” Hear from Katie Walsh, film reviewer for the Tribune News Service and the Los Angeles Times; and Witney Seibold, contributor to SlashFilm and co-host of the podcast “Critically Acclaimed.”

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‘Topangry’: Why are local surfers sometimes aggro at Topanga Beach?

Surf culture has an aggressive side, especially at premiere destinations like Topanga Beach. Some folks are working to change that.

Robbie Robertson on fame, God, and American mythology

Unheard since its original 1987 broadcast, discover the first of Robbie Robertson’s many sessions with KCRW. He goes deep with Tom Schnabel following the release of his debut solo LP.

¡Ask a Tortilla Expert!: What's the most famous tortilla ever?

Store-bought corn tortillas are so flat and lifeless while freshly made corn tortillas are fluffy and sensuous. Why?

Tell KCRW: What don’t people know about being on strike?

Whether you’re SAG, WGA, or just feeling its ripple effects, we want to hear your strike stories. What have you lost — and what have you gained?

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 Bookworm, a premier literary talk show providing intellectual, accessible, and provocative literary conversations. Hosted by Michael Silverblatt at KCRW.com.

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Bookworm, a premier literary talk show providing intellectual, accessible, and provocative literary conversations. Hosted by Michael Silverblatt at KCRW.com.

 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.

 She was the most influential American DJ you’ve never heard of. Deirdre O’Donoghue was a vital force in the musical underground of the 1980s.

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New York City’s mayor calls out the White House for not adequately supporting asylum seekers, and an elected judge faces threats of impeachment in Wisconsin.

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Mildlife’s “Return To Centaurus” is officially out now so we’re bumping it loud and proud.

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Killer Mike: KCRW Live from Apogee Studio

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Weekend film reviews: ‘A Haunting in Venice,’ ‘Cassandro’

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These expensive tests have very little benefit and some important risks.

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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.

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.

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Clinical psychologist George Bonanno explores resilience and challenges some traditional notions about trauma. He says we’re much better at coping with adversity than we think.

How increased trauma diagnoses could be impacting our ability to function

Clinical psychologist George Bonanno explores resilience and challenges some traditional notions about trauma. He says we’re much better at coping with adversity than we think.

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Marvin Gaye’s iconic “Let’s Get It On” gets the 50th anniversary deluxe treatment from Universal Music’s Harry Weinger, who wants you to “see the sketches.”

50 years of ‘Let’s Get It On’: Universal Music’s Harry Weinger gives Marvin Gaye the deluxe treatment

Marvin Gaye’s iconic “Let’s Get It On” gets the 50th anniversary deluxe treatment from Universal Music’s Harry Weinger, who wants you to “see the sketches.”

from The Treatment

Mitchell S. Jackson’s “Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion” documents the sartorial expressions of major players like Allen Iverson, Dennis Rodman, and more.

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Director Chad Stahelski used Sergio Leone’s 1966 epic Spaghetti Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” to help him shape and create the hit “John Wick” franchise.

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Director Chad Stahelski used Sergio Leone’s 1966 epic Spaghetti Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” to help him shape and create the hit “John Wick” franchise.

from The Treatment

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.

SiLVA guest hosts FREAKS ONLY.

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As a teenager, Lalo finds work as a dishwasher in an Atlanta kitchen and discovers where he belongs.

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from Good Food

Lalo is deported to Mexico a second time where he considers his options and starts cooking at one of Mexico City's most respected restaurants.

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Lalo is deported to Mexico a second time where he considers his options and starts cooking at one of Mexico City's most respected restaurants.

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Laura Tillman sets the stage for the story of Lalo García, a young boy happy to join his father in the fields.

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Laura Tillman sets the stage for the story of Lalo García, a young boy happy to join his father in the fields.

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Mildlife’s “Return To Centaurus” is officially out now so we’re bumping it loud and proud.

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Mildlife’s “Return To Centaurus” is officially out now so we’re bumping it loud and proud.

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Ever wonder what a pilot does when they are not flying? Michael Gold, former keyboardist for Poolside, makes music as Mirror Tree when he’s not in the cockpit of a 737.

Today’s Top Tune: Mirror Tree - ‘Let It Go’

Ever wonder what a pilot does when they are not flying? Michael Gold, former keyboardist for Poolside, makes music as Mirror Tree when he’s not in the cockpit of a 737.

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New York City’s mayor calls out the White House for not adequately supporting asylum seekers, and an elected judge faces threats of impeachment in Wisconsin.

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Tyler Boudreaux guest hosts FREAKS ONLY.

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