http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/ en-us © 2010 Southern California Public Radio KPCC 89.3, Southern California Public Radio The Madeleine Brand Show, exclusively on 89.3 KPCC, 89.1 KUOR and 90.3 KPCV, captures the spirit of the West in a conversational, informal, witty style and examines the cultural issues people are buzzing about. The Madeleine Brand Show, exclusively on 89.3 KPCC, 89.1 KUOR and 90.3 KPCV, captures the spirit of the West in a conversational, informal, witty style and examines the cultural issues people are buzzing about. KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio contact@kpcc.org No Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:24:33 -0800 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum battle for the lead in Arizona. We'll talk to The Arizona Republic's Dan Nowicki about the upcoming debate and primary in the Grand Canyon state. The Supreme Court will take on whether lying about military medals is protected by free speech. It's frowned upon, but is it illegal? Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick joins the show to discuss the case. And Luke Burbank is on the show with "Awesome/Not Awesome." Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum battle for the lead in Arizona. We'll talk to The Arizona Republic's Dan Nowicki about the upcoming debate and primary in the Grand Canyon state. The Supreme Court will take on whether lying about military medals is protected by free speech. It's frowned upon, but is it illegal? Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick joins the show to discuss the case. And Luke Burbank is on the show with "Awesome/Not Awesome." http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120222_mbrand.mp3 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/22/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Michigan and Arizona will have their presidential primaries one week from today. Scott Helman coauthored the new book, "The Real Romney." We'll get his thoughts on the GOP race. You know character actor James Cromwell from "Babe," "Six Feet Under," and his latest work "The Artist." But did you know he once snuck Black Panther members into his parents' upscale Manhattan apartment? We'll talk with him about his career and political past. And Ann Powers joins the show with new music from the band Sleigh Bells and the activist rocker Sinead O'Connor. Michigan and Arizona will have their presidential primaries one week from today. Scott Helman coauthored the new book, "The Real Romney." We'll get his thoughts on the GOP race. You know character actor James Cromwell from "Babe," "Six Feet Under," and his latest work "The Artist." But did you know he once snuck Black Panther members into his parents' upscale Manhattan apartment? We'll talk with him about his career and political past. And Ann Powers joins the show with new music from the band Sleigh Bells and the activist rocker Sinead O'Connor. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120221_mbrand.mp3 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/21/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio It's Presidents' Day - and for retailers that means you should be out shopping. Marshal Cohen is on to explain how the holiday has become a mini Black Friday. Book critic David Kipen thinks that today would be better spent celebrating James Madison. He'll join the show to tell you why. And we talk to Barak Goodman. His new two-part documentary series "Clinton" begins today on PBS. It's Presidents' Day - and for retailers that means you should be out shopping. Marshal Cohen is on to explain how the holiday has become a mini Black Friday. Book critic David Kipen thinks that today would be better spent celebrating James Madison. He'll join the show to tell you why. And we talk to Barak Goodman. His new two-part documentary series "Clinton" begins today on PBS. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120220_mbrand.mp3 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/20/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio We remember journalism great Anthony Shadid, a foreign correspondent for the NY Times. He died yesterday in Syria at age 43. Then, Rupert Murdoch visits the Sun tabloid in London. NPR Media Correspondent David Folkenflik explains the visit. Want to pick the birthday of your future child? Lauren Whaley reports on the popularity – and the risks – of childbirth by appointment. This weekend, bird lovers of all ages will be watching the skies. It’s the "Great Backyard Bird Count." Madeleine talks to Garrison Frost of Audubon California to learn more. We remember journalism great Anthony Shadid, a foreign correspondent for the NY Times. He died yesterday in Syria at age 43. Then, Rupert Murdoch visits the Sun tabloid in London. NPR Media Correspondent David Folkenflik explains the visit. Want to pick the birthday of your future child? Lauren Whaley reports on the popularity – and the risks – of childbirth by appointment. This weekend, bird lovers of all ages will be watching the skies. It’s the "Great Backyard Bird Count." Madeleine talks to Garrison Frost of Audubon California to learn more. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120217_mbrand.mp3 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/17/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Fallout from the housing crisis continues – An audit in San Francisco finds that nearly all of the foreclosures carried out there were done illegally. NY Times financial reporter Gretchen Morgenson tells us more. L.A. County tries to help alcoholics with one very expensive injection. KPCC's Sanden Totten has the details on a new pilot program. We bring you the latest from the world of technology with Marketplace's John Moe. California's prescription drug abuse monitoring program could be threatened with the latest budget cuts. And the Sklar brothers team up to break down sports highlights. Fallout from the housing crisis continues – An audit in San Francisco finds that nearly all of the foreclosures carried out there were done illegally. NY Times financial reporter Gretchen Morgenson tells us more. L.A. County tries to help alcoholics with one very expensive injection. KPCC's Sanden Totten has the details on a new pilot program. We bring you the latest from the world of technology with Marketplace's John Moe. California's prescription drug abuse monitoring program could be threatened with the latest budget cuts. And the Sklar brothers team up to break down sports highlights. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120216_mbrand.mp3 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/16/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Is your cat giving you schizophrenia? A fire broke through an overcrowded Honduras prison, more than 350 prisoners may have died. Luke Burbank is on the show with his weekly "Awesome/Not Awesome" news. Matthew Kroenig comes on the show to discuss the latest Iran/Israel conflict. And author Katherine Boo explains what life is like working in India's garbage dumps in her new book, "Behind the Beautiful Forevers." Is your cat giving you schizophrenia? A fire broke through an overcrowded Honduras prison, more than 350 prisoners may have died. Luke Burbank is on the show with his weekly "Awesome/Not Awesome" news. Matthew Kroenig comes on the show to discuss the latest Iran/Israel conflict. And author Katherine Boo explains what life is like working in India's garbage dumps in her new book, "Behind the Beautiful Forevers." http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120215_mbrand.mp3 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/15/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum has edged ahead of Mitt Romney in a new CBS/New York Times poll. What does it mean for the GOP presidential field? Meanwhile, Newt Gingrich took a break from the campaign trail to visit California for some fundraising. KPCC’s Frank Stoltz has more on the two L.A. stops designed to pump up Gingrich's campaign coffers. Plus, the Roman origins of Valentine's Day aren't so lovey-dovey: the original rites involved lots of booze, nudity and animal pelts. And it's almost Oscar time - the NY Times' award season blogger Melena Ryzik fills us in on this season's campaign tactics. And Drew Tewksbury joins the show with new music reviews. Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum has edged ahead of Mitt Romney in a new CBS/New York Times poll. What does it mean for the GOP presidential field? Meanwhile, Newt Gingrich took a break from the campaign trail to visit California for some fundraising. KPCC’s Frank Stoltz has more on the two L.A. stops designed to pump up Gingrich's campaign coffers. Plus, the Roman origins of Valentine's Day aren't so lovey-dovey: the original rites involved lots of booze, nudity and animal pelts. And it's almost Oscar time - the NY Times' award season blogger Melena Ryzik fills us in on this season's campaign tactics. And Drew Tewksbury joins the show with new music reviews. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120214_mbrand.mp3 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/14/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Need new parenting ideas? Consider the French approach. We talk to Pamela Druckerman about her new book, "Bringing up Bebe." The California Democrats have their convention in San Diego. KQED's John Myers has an update. And love advice from Hollywood, comedian Lew Schneider has tips on what not to buy your sweetheart for Valentine's Day. Need new parenting ideas? Consider the French approach. We talk to Pamela Druckerman about her new book, "Bringing up Bebe." The California Democrats have their convention in San Diego. KQED's John Myers has an update. And love advice from Hollywood, comedian Lew Schneider has tips on what not to buy your sweetheart for Valentine's Day. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120213_mbrand.mp3 Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/13/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio It's been a bad week for former Tour de France winners, but one famous cyclist got some good news: Lance Armstrong's doping case was closed. We'll look back at the investigation. Marketplace Money's Paddy Hirsch is on to explain more on the mortgage abuse settlement. And, Meghan McCarty brings you "Weekly Alibi" including news on the PEZ convention. It's been a bad week for former Tour de France winners, but one famous cyclist got some good news: Lance Armstrong's doping case was closed. We'll look back at the investigation. Marketplace Money's Paddy Hirsch is on to explain more on the mortgage abuse settlement. And, Meghan McCarty brings you "Weekly Alibi" including news on the PEZ convention. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120210_mbrand.mp3 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/10/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Big banks and states settle over mortgages, California alone could receive $18 billion. Students are heading back to the classroom at Miramonte Elementary School. LAUSD has brought in a new staff to try and give the school a fresh start, but not everyone's happy. How much will it all cost? Plus, we take you behind the scenes of the video games you love. Sanden Totten reports on life as a video gamer writer. And the Sklar brothers are on with the latest news in sports. Big banks and states settle over mortgages, California alone could receive $18 billion. Students are heading back to the classroom at Miramonte Elementary School. LAUSD has brought in a new staff to try and give the school a fresh start, but not everyone's happy. How much will it all cost? Plus, we take you behind the scenes of the video games you love. Sanden Totten reports on life as a video gamer writer. And the Sklar brothers are on with the latest news in sports. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120209_mbrand.mp3 Thu, 9 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/09/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Director Oren Moverman talks about his new film, "Rampart." It is set in Los Angeles and stars Woody Harrelson as one very bad cop. GOP voter turnout has been relatively low during this primary season. Professor Michael MacDonald tells us what that could mean for the general election. Parents react to the LAUSD decision to temporary replace the complete staff of Miramonte Elementary School, where two teachers have been arrested for alleged lewd acts with students. Plus, Luke Burbank brings you his weekly news ratings with "Awesome/Not Awesome." Director Oren Moverman talks about his new film, "Rampart." It is set in Los Angeles and stars Woody Harrelson as one very bad cop. GOP voter turnout has been relatively low during this primary season. Professor Michael MacDonald tells us what that could mean for the general election. Parents react to the LAUSD decision to temporary replace the complete staff of Miramonte Elementary School, where two teachers have been arrested for alleged lewd acts with students. Plus, Luke Burbank brings you his weekly news ratings with "Awesome/Not Awesome." http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120208_mbrand.mp3 Wed, 8 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/08/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio A major decision on gay marriage in California - Slate's Dahlia Lithwick has the latest on a federal appeals court's ruling on the legality of Proposition 8 - Love your farmers' market? Think again. We talk to David Owen, author of the new book "The Conundrum," about how good intentions can make our energy problems worse - And, happy birthday Charles Dickens! Book critic David Kipen is on to celebrate the big 200. A major decision on gay marriage in California - Slate's Dahlia Lithwick has the latest on a federal appeals court's ruling on the legality of Proposition 8 - Love your farmers' market? Think again. We talk to David Owen, author of the new book "The Conundrum," about how good intentions can make our energy problems worse - And, happy birthday Charles Dickens! Book critic David Kipen is on to celebrate the big 200. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120207_mbrand.mp3 Tue, 7 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/07/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Violence in Syria escalates and the Obama administration closes the U.S. Embassy in Damascus. The Atlantic's Steve Clemons joins the show with the latest. Fallout continues after news broke that two teachers at Miramonte Elementary School were accused of lewd acts against children. Criminologist Casey Jordan joins the show to explain the challenges of prosecuting cases witnessed by children. Parrots - everywhere! Madeleine talks with ornithologist Kimball Garrett about the habits of the noisy birds in the San Gabriel. And, what makes a marriage last? UCLA professors say it all boils down to one word: commitment. Violence in Syria escalates and the Obama administration closes the U.S. Embassy in Damascus. The Atlantic's Steve Clemons joins the show with the latest. Fallout continues after news broke that two teachers at Miramonte Elementary School were accused of lewd acts against children. Criminologist Casey Jordan joins the show to explain the challenges of prosecuting cases witnessed by children. Parrots - everywhere! Madeleine talks with ornithologist Kimball Garrett about the habits of the noisy birds in the San Gabriel. And, what makes a marriage last? UCLA professors say it all boils down to one word: commitment. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120206_mbrand.mp3 Mon, 6 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/06/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Congressman Kevin McCarthy, the third most powerful Republican in the House, reacts to today's encouraging job numbers. A big reversal from Susan G. Komen for the Cure - after a funding pull from Planned Parenthood received heavy backlash, the organization changes its mind. The Atlantic's Jeffery Goldberg explains the breaking news. Actress Glenn Close talks about her Oscar nominated role in "Albert Nobbs" and what happened after she boiled that bunny in "Fatal Attraction." Superbowl commercials are Sunday's must-see TV. But many directors aren't waiting for the game to show off their new ads. Reporter Drew Tewksbury profiles the man behind a Volkswagen commercial that's already gone viral online. Hate football? Meghan McCarty has some suggestions for your "Weekend Alibi." And the Dinner Party guys are here with your weekly icebreakers. Congressman Kevin McCarthy, the third most powerful Republican in the House, reacts to today's encouraging job numbers. A big reversal from Susan G. Komen for the Cure - after a funding pull from Planned Parenthood received heavy backlash, the organization changes its mind. The Atlantic's Jeffery Goldberg explains the breaking news. Actress Glenn Close talks about her Oscar nominated role in "Albert Nobbs" and what happened after she boiled that bunny in "Fatal Attraction." Superbowl commercials are Sunday's must-see TV. But many directors aren't waiting for the game to show off their new ads. Reporter Drew Tewksbury profiles the man behind a Volkswagen commercial that's already gone viral online. Hate football? Meghan McCarty has some suggestions for your "Weekend Alibi." And the Dinner Party guys are here with your weekly icebreakers. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120203_mbrand.mp3 Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:19:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/03/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Banks who've engaged in mortgage abuses could be in trouble - We talk with Reuters reporter Rick Rothacker about a settlement plan that's in the works. Facebook is going public. The California Report’s Sacramento Bureau Chief John Myers tells us what that means for California. Marketplace tech reporter John Moe is on the show with your weekly technology update. Mitt Romney regains the lead in the GOP presidential race, but many voters and pundits still struggle to find him relatable. And Jason and Randy Sklar join Madeleine with their thoughts on Superbowl XLVI, including why we count them using Roman numerals. Banks who've engaged in mortgage abuses could be in trouble - We talk with Reuters reporter Rick Rothacker about a settlement plan that's in the works. Facebook is going public. The California Report’s Sacramento Bureau Chief John Myers tells us what that means for California. Marketplace tech reporter John Moe is on the show with your weekly technology update. Mitt Romney regains the lead in the GOP presidential race, but many voters and pundits still struggle to find him relatable. And Jason and Randy Sklar join Madeleine with their thoughts on Superbowl XLVI, including why we count them using Roman numerals. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120202_mbrand.mp3 Thu, 2 Feb 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/02/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Tuesday was the deadline for super PACs to file their list of donors. We’ll look into the data. We get "Awesome/Not Awesome" news from Luke Burbank. We look at the film industry's biopic craze. San Francisco Chronicle film critic Mick LaSalle is on the show with more. Then, the man who shares his home with thousands of creepy crawlies - reporter Jennifer Sharpe profiles Hollywood's bug wrangler Steven Kutcher. Tuesday was the deadline for super PACs to file their list of donors. We’ll look into the data. We get "Awesome/Not Awesome" news from Luke Burbank. We look at the film industry's biopic craze. San Francisco Chronicle film critic Mick LaSalle is on the show with more. Then, the man who shares his home with thousands of creepy crawlies - reporter Jennifer Sharpe profiles Hollywood's bug wrangler Steven Kutcher. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120201_mbrand.mp3 Wed, 1 Feb 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/02/01/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Next stop - Nevada. Voters head to the polls in Florida, but the presidential candidates are already looking ahead to Saturday’s Republican caucuses in the silver state. We’ll speak with Jon Ralston, veteran political columnist for the Las Vegas Sun. Plus, community redevelopment agencies disappear thanks to Gov. Jerry Brown. KPCC's Brian Watt explains what that means for Los Angeles. And Drew Tewksbury is on the show with new music from Rodrigo Y Gabriela and Gotye. Next stop - Nevada. Voters head to the polls in Florida, but the presidential candidates are already looking ahead to Saturday’s Republican caucuses in the silver state. We’ll speak with Jon Ralston, veteran political columnist for the Las Vegas Sun. Plus, community redevelopment agencies disappear thanks to Gov. Jerry Brown. KPCC's Brian Watt explains what that means for Los Angeles. And Drew Tewksbury is on the show with new music from Rodrigo Y Gabriela and Gotye. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120131_mbrand.mp3 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/01/31/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio A look at Gov. Jerry Brown's oil battle - we talk to the LA Times' Michael Mishak about his recent investigation. The Superbowl's coming and for some, that means big money is at stake. NPR's Mike Pesca explains football gambling in Vegas. Madeleine tours a new exhibit at LACMA and takes you on a journey through Mexican and American female surrealist artwork of the past. Plus, we check in on the Sundance Film Festival with Vulture's Kyle Buchanan. A look at Gov. Jerry Brown's oil battle - we talk to the LA Times' Michael Mishak about his recent investigation. The Superbowl's coming and for some, that means big money is at stake. NPR's Mike Pesca explains football gambling in Vegas. Madeleine tours a new exhibit at LACMA and takes you on a journey through Mexican and American female surrealist artwork of the past. Plus, we check in on the Sundance Film Festival with Vulture's Kyle Buchanan. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120130_mbrand.mp3 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/01/30/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio GOP candidates face off in Florida. We have the latest from the CNN sponsored presidential debate with Ruben Naverette, a nationally syndicated columnist. Punching bags, camera crews and Parkinson's disease - we talk to superstar boxing trainer Freddie Roach about his career and his experience filming the new HBO documentary mini-series about his life. Meghan McCarty has tips for your Saturday and Sunday with her "Weekend Alibi." Plus, the Dinner Party guys are here with news you can use to entertain your friends. GOP candidates face off in Florida. We have the latest from the CNN sponsored presidential debate with Ruben Naverette, a nationally syndicated columnist. Punching bags, camera crews and Parkinson's disease - we talk to superstar boxing trainer Freddie Roach about his career and his experience filming the new HBO documentary mini-series about his life. Meghan McCarty has tips for your Saturday and Sunday with her "Weekend Alibi." Plus, the Dinner Party guys are here with news you can use to entertain your friends. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120127_mbrand.mp3 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/01/27/ KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Companies like Apple manufacture products in China cheap and fast - but at what cost? New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg is on the show explaining the human dangers involved in making iPads. Marketplace tech reporter John Moe brings you his weekly technology news update. Then, we head under water. Marine biologist Pat Krug is on to explain the world of hybrid sharks. Lost telegraphs from Abraham Lincoln resurface. Daniel Lewis, of The Huntington Library, details the find. You may be giving away more data online than you realize - Steve Proffitt talks with Madeleine about how retailers use what they know about you to set prices. And Jason Sklar joins the show to get you up-to-date on sports news. Companies like Apple manufacture products in China cheap and fast - but at what cost? New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg is on the show explaining the human dangers involved in making iPads. Marketplace tech reporter John Moe brings you his weekly technology news update. Then, we head under water. Marine biologist Pat Krug is on to explain the world of hybrid sharks. Lost telegraphs from Abraham Lincoln resurface. Daniel Lewis, of The Huntington Library, details the find. You may be giving away more data online than you realize - Steve Proffitt talks with Madeleine about how retailers use what they know about you to set prices. And Jason Sklar joins the show to get you up-to-date on sports news. http://media.scpr.org/podcasts/mbrand/20120126_mbrand.mp3 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:59:00 -0800 49:00 KPCC, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/madeleine-brand/2012/01/26/