Latest Episodes

Episode Jason Kramer's playlist, November 17, 2024
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 aficionados. Find me on Twitter.
Episode Jeremy Sole's playlist, November 17, 2024
A sonic trip through the past, present and future of roots music.
Episode Raul Campos' playlist, November 17, 2024
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 to Latin rhythms and indie rock.
Episode Chris Douridas' playlist, November 17, 2024
New releases in all genres.
Episode x-conference/x-cooltalk Leah Penniman and Reverend Lennox Yearwood on food, farming, faith, and hip-hop
Leah Penniman and Reverend Lennox Yearwood share their passion for farming and explore the shifting landscape in the fight for environmental and racial justice.
Episode The importance of standing tall
Slouching has a rich history, but its medical consequences need to be better understood.
Episode Nassir Nassirzadeh's playlist, November 17, 2024
Indie found sounds, nostalgic guilty pleasures, and introspective piano solos to help you feel deeply and move freely through life.
Episode KCRW Broadcast 815
Fanatic! I hope your week was buoyant and full of music. I’ve been getting in good vinyl sessions after work every single night.
Episode Metropolis playlist, November 16, 2024
Jason Bentley captures the hypnotic pulse of modern city life on Saturday night.
Episode Dan Wilcox's playlist, November 16, 2024
Unearthing new discoveries, remixes and rarities, b-sides and lost classics.
Episode Raul Campos' playlist, November 16, 2024
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 to Latin rhythms and indie rock.
Episode Anne Litt's playlist, November 16, 2024
Anne Litt hosts unexpected choices in progressive pop and new rhythms.
Episode Troff document (with manpage macros) Malcolm Washington, Glenn Kenny, and Susie Essman on The Treat
Filmmaker Malcolm Washington speaks on adapting August Wilson, film critic Glenn Kenny shares insights from his book on the story of “Scarface,” and Susie Essman has The Treat.
Episode SiLVA's playlist, November 15, 2024
House, disco, trip hop, oldies and all of the deep cuts in between.
Episode FREAKS ONLY playlist: Nov 15, 2024
New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.
Episode Disney shares big profits + a streaming boost; Director Edward Berger talks ‘Conclave’
Disney’s streaming numbers soar as announced in the company’s earnings report earlier this week, but questions remain in the ongoing search for a new CEO. Also, what’s next for the company’s Film and Parks divisions?
Episode Troff document Wild turkey, baking ingredients, Chinese breakfast
Austin-based chef Jesse Griffiths is on the hunt for the majestic wild turkey. Pastry chef Nicola Lamb sifts through the essential ingredients of baking — flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. Memo Torres runs down his top five tacos in Los Angeles.
Episode Josh Kun: KCRW Guest DJ Set
Music historian Josh Kun shares heady selects connected to PST Art: A Day of Quantum Listening with Claire Chase — free event happening Sunday Nov. 16.
Episode Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: November 15, 2024
Chris Douridas guest hosts Morning Becomes Eclectic.
Episode Troff document Weekend film reviews: ‘Red One,’ ‘All We Imagine as Light’
This week’s movie releases include Red One, The World According to Allee Willis, All We Imagine as Light, and Hot Frosty.
Episode Warm Sound: ‘Moons’
Feeling restless? Austin-based duo Warm Sound are back with a new song today — just in time for the full moon(!). This new phase sees them emerging from their downtempo, electronic psychedelia into a more optimistic register.
Episode Dr. Warren Hern: Abortion in the age of unreason
The election came and went, and despite Democrats’ heavy emphasis on abortion rights, the election of Donald Trump makes it clear that the rights of women across the country are in grave danger.
Episode What does Trump stand to gain from appointing Matt Gaetz for AG?
KCRW examines Donald Trump’s cabinet picks. Is the GOP misreading an immigration “mandate” from voters? Plus, is America just not ready for a woman president?
Episode Tyler Boudreaux's playlist, November 14, 2024
A balanced diet of indie grooves, modern psych, alternative R&B and straight up rock and roll.
Episode FREAKS ONLY playlist: Nov 14, 2024
New music. Emerging artists. No boundaries. Served fresh every weeknight, 8-10pm, only on FREAKS ONLY by Travis Holcombe.
Episode Trump cabinet picks, Thanksgiving takeout spots, film reviews
President-elect Trump has nominated former Florida Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz to lead the Department of Justice, the most notable in a string of controversial Cabinet picks.
Episode Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: November 14, 2024
Chris Douridas guest hosts Morning Becomes Eclectic.
Episode Jessica Pratt: KCRW Live from HQ
LA-native Jessica Pratt brings twisted psych-folk sounds to the Annenberg Performance Studio via performances of 2024’s “Better Hate” and 2019’s “Poly Blue.”
Episode Maribou State: ‘Otherside’ (feat. Holly Walker)
Labyrinthian electronics, organic live instrumentation and sublime vocals are the ingredients that make up Maribou State ’s “Otherside” — a track which also features their long-time collaborator, singer Holly Walker.
Episode Ballona Wetlands trips get generations of LA kids into nature
Field trips to the Ballona Wetlands bring environmental education to kids who might not spend time in nature.