Gaza protests and safety at UC campuses, history of ‘80s hair metal

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Gaza protests and safety at UC campuses, history of ‘80s hair metal

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Published on Sep 23, 2024, 6:03:34 PM
Total time: 00:50:03

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As UCLA begins its fall quarter, new rules are in place to prevent future violent confrontations about the Israel-Hamas war. The UC Board of Regents approved extra non-lethal weapons for campus police.

On Friday, the Georgia State Election Board voted 3-2 along partisan lines to require counties to hand-count every ballot cast on Election Day.

Shohei Ohtani became the first MLB player to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in one season. Plus UCLA and USC struggle in Big Ten, and the WNBA announces its MVPs.

A new documentary series examines the world of 1980s hair metal. KCRW talks to director Jeff Tremaine and founding Guns N’ Roses member Tracii Guns. 

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