Press Play with Madeleine Brand
KCRWHost Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1104 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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- Taylor Lorenz??? REALLY?
I’m sorry, but having on Taylor Lorenz—a known liar and hack—who has turned chicanery and gaslighting into an (albeit bumpy) career path has destroyed my respect for this show. Listening to her try to gaslight and shame us into denying our own critical thinking skills is audience abuse and I won’t take it. I’m so sick of being spoken down to by professional trolls like Taylor. Respect your audience and their intellect.
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United Statesa year ago - Great show, love KCRW, can’t go wrong!!
Great show, love KCRW, can’t go wrong!!
Apple Podcasts5ZephyrDogTownUnited States3 years ago - Madeleine Bernadotte??
Love the show! It’s my favorite show! But has anyone noticed that it says the host is Madeleine Bernadotte at Apple Podcast??
Apple Podcasts5Allen in the hillsUnited States3 years ago - A Must Listen for Californians and beyond
Love Madeline and Press Play! A must listen to be plugged into everything LA and California.
Apple Podcasts5SonmonGoodMonUnited States4 years ago - Interview with Adrian Bonnenberger (military)
I really appreciate hearing the interview with the army officer who is trying to get his interpreter out. This is a humanitarian catastrophe which will be forgotten unless Biden takes more action.
Apple Podcasts5ZozobuttUnited States5 years ago
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What is Press Play about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A city-focused current events show that blends hard news, cultural analysis, and policy context through interviews with journalists, policymakers, artists, and thinkers. Episodes often pair LA-area concerns—homelessness, public safety, local governance, and economic issues—with broader national and international angles, thanks to a mix of guests who provide on-the-ground reporting, historical perspective, and cultural insight. Regular conversations with high-profile guests are balanced by locally grounded reporting, making the program a go-to for listeners who want thoughtful, context-rich dialogue about California and its place in global trends. A standout pattern is the thoughtful host-driven interview style that surfaces nuanced viewpoin... more
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2. The New Yorker Radio Hour
3. The Daily
4. Fresh Air
5. KCRW's Left, Right & Center
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Recent guests on Press Play include:
1. Arturo Sandoval
2. Tori Sandoval
3. India Mandelkorn
4. Fernando Guerra
5. Jessica Meany
6. Geraldo Kadava
7. EJ. Dixon
8. Sarah Kaplan
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