Micah Ali

Compton Unified School District

Guest

President of the Board of Trustees of Compton Unified School District

Micah Ali on KCRW

Serena Williams is chasing her first Grand Slam: winning all four major tennis tournaments in the same year. Her latest obstacle? Her older sister, Venus Williams.

How Serena and Venus Williams' Grew Up Playing Tennis in Compton

Serena Williams is chasing her first Grand Slam: winning all four major tennis tournaments in the same year. Her latest obstacle? Her older sister, Venus Williams.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

More from KCRW

The latest film releases include Moana 2, Queer, Maria, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig.

from Weekend Film Reviews

Hamas is reportedly willing to let Israel stage troops temporarily in Gaza as part of a ceasefire agreement. Could it lead to annexation of the Palestinian territory?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Writer and psychologist Andrew Solomon shares his research about the impact of social media on the escalating youth suicide crisis.

from Life Examined

KCRW’s Jonathan Bastian talks with renowned Buddhist teacher and psychologist Tara Brach about meditation, mindfulness, and trusting our “inner gold.”

from Life Examined

Threatened by the Franklin Fire, Pepperdine University Professor Joel Johnson says his wife’s quick thinking and a baby monitor powering off helped them evacuate in less than an hour.

from KCRW Features

Syrian rebels have taken Damascus. Their leader says he will protect minorities. What does the future look like in the war-torn state?

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

From easy, creative meals to the science of flavor to the best baking, these cookbooks cover a diverse array of topics — and they make great gifts.

from Good Food

Syrian rebels are advancing on Hama after capturing Aleppo, the country’s second-largest city. They’re challenging President Assad. Russia has joined the regime in counterstrikes.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Will Donald Trump reduce U.S. interventionism? Did President Biden open a can of worms by pardoning his son Hunter? Plus, KCRW looks at what justice means post-election.

from Left, Right & Center