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Allison Russell ‘Cold April (Feat. Denitia, Kara Jackson, & Explore! Pop Choir)

Today’s Top Tune: Allison Russell ‘Cold April (Feat. Denitia, Kara Jackson, & Explore! Pop Choir) Allison Russell leans into the healing power of music on “Cold April.” Joined by Kara Jackson, Denitia, and the Explore! Pop Choir, the track isn’t about dwelling on hard times—it’s about finding renewal through song. With voices lifted together, Russell channels resilience, community, and the strength to keep moving forward. (Fantasy Records / Concord Label Group)

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3 min
07/06/2023

The Fight for Abortion Training

The overturning of Roe v. Wade has severely restricted how doctors can access training in abortion care and it's already having a devastating ripple effect on patients seeking all kinds of reproductive care. Two medical residents in abortion-restricted states fight for training and for the future health of their patients. Plus, the centuries-long battle over who gets access to abortion training in the first place. Transcript at kcrw.com/bodies.

07/06/2023

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41 min
SEASON 5, EPISODE 1

Lori Lightning and the Baby Groupies

In 1973, the Sunset Strip was the epicenter of the rock n roll universe, where rockstar mythology was being built in real time. This is where fourteen-year old Valley girl Lori Lightning found herself, along with her clique of Sable Starr and Queenie Glam, known as the Baby Groupies, as they became the teenage rulers of the Hollywood music scene.

S5, E1

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35 min
1 JAN

Host Brian Reed Confronts his Toughest Critic

We’re taking a quick break for the holidays, but in the spirit of New Year reflection, we’re sharing our very first episode of Question Everything. Brian talks to fellow journalist, Gay Alcorn, who called his most well-known work – the hit podcast S-Town – “morally indefensible.” You can read Gay’s column here. Subscribe to our newsletter to read Gay’s full reaction to this episode. You can listen to S-Town here. If you’re having thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help by dialing 988 or clicking here. “Question Everything” is a production of KCRW and Placement Theory. This episode originally aired on September 11th, 2024.

1 Jan

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48 min
10 FEB

Why Are Movie Wigs Still So Bad?!

As awards season grinds on, we're revisiting a topic that really irks Sam – bad wigs on the big screen. Why do sooo many wigs look so wrong? Here to break down what’s going on is Hollywood hairstylist and wigmaker Dawn Dudley. Her work has been seen in A Star is Born, Rob Zombie’s The Munsters, HBO’s Westworld and tons more. She breaks down what’s really happening on Hollywood sets and says it’s often not the hairstylist’s fault. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. And please take our survey! We want to know more about you and what you love about the show. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

10 Feb

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16 min
27 MAR

How Did Wordle Become a Pop Culture Icon?

A great piece of pop culture often includes cheating scandals, obsessed fans and some serious competition. We’re not talking about 'The Real Housewives'… But the NYT Games app! Everdeen Mason leads the Games Team at 'The New York Times.' She tells Sam about what goes into making Wordle, Connections, The Crossword and so much more. She also breaks down the challenge of keeping millions of players satisfied. Plus, Everdeen shares what she really thinks about cheating at Wordle. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

27 Mar

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51 min
1 FEB · BONUS

The Millennial Internet, from Buzzfeed Quizzes to Filming ICE

Today we’re sharing Sam’s episode from The Assignment with Audie Cornish. This year marks a milestone for Millennials: the youngest of the cohort finally turns 30. So what comes next for the first generation of true digital natives now that they have achieved “unc” status? Audie talks with Sam Sanders about the generation that watched media transform from Buzzfeed quizzes into AI slop. They also discuss Millennial activism taking over the generation’s Instagram feed as ICE protests continue in Minneapolis. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

1 Feb · Bonus

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28 min
25/03/2023

Nature’s gifts: The hidden life of trees and the joy of animals

German forester and author Peter Wohlleben explains how trees have a sophisticated method of communication and the ability to feel and heal. Author Susan Orlean talks about our love and relationship with animals, and what our fascination with them tells us about ourselves. Get full access to Life Examined at lifeexamined.substack.com/subscribe

25/03/2023

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44 min
3 FEB

Can Bad Bunny Save America?

From the Grammys to the Super Bowl, this is Bad Bunny’s world… We’re just lucky to live in it. But his presence goes far beyond music. Dr. Nate Rodriguez, professor of journalism and media studies at San Diego State University, teaches a course all about Bad Bunny’s influence on media, identity and global culture. Sam and Dr. Nate dive into the contrast of Bad Bunny’s success, while ICE is flooding American cities. They also discuss what the NFL gains from broadcasting his message to the world. Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

3 Feb

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28 min
15/09/2016

Is Putin a presidential role model for Trump?

Unlike Republicans before him — or Democrats, for that matter — White House candidate Donald Trump has been full of praise for the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. What's the attraction? And how is it resonating in this year's presidential campaign?

15/09/2016

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54 min

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