Facial distortion, genocide in Gaza, future of salmon after dam removal

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Facial distortion, genocide in Gaza, future of salmon after dam removal

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Published on Aug 28, 2024, 4:48:35 PM
Total time: 00:50:06

Episode Description

Imagine looking at a friend’s face — and their eyes, cheeks, and lips begin to distort, instantly or gradually. It’s the result of prosopometamorphopsia (PMO).

In December, a distinguished scholar of genocide told KCRW there wasn’t proof of Israel committing genocide in Gaza. He’s since changed his mind.

AI could make human college counselors obsolete. But it may help students and families who can’t afford a higher education coach.

Along the California-Oregon border, the largest dam removal project in U.S. history finished today. Native tribes spent years pushing for it.

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