At 90, father of minimalist music is still performing

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

At 90, father of minimalist music is still performing

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Published on Aug 25, 2025, 5:01:42 PM
Total time: 00:49:53

Episode Description

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was wrongly deported to a Salvadoran prison. Now the Trump administration is trying to send him to Uganda. 

States are redrawing congressional maps in an aggressive battle for control. Texas and California are leading the charge, sparking a partisan fight leading up to the midterm elections. 

President Trump has said he wants to get rid of FEMA and shift relief responsibility to the states. FEMA employees say this leaves the U.S. unprepared for the next Hurricane Katrina. 

Terry Riley is known for creating minimalist music, which influenced artists across genres, including ambient, electronic, pop, and rock. On Sept. 7, the Ford amphitheater will host a concert celebrating his work.

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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.