Justice in Mexico and US, PST ART, ‘History of House’ music

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Justice in Mexico and US, PST ART, ‘History of House’ music

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Published on Sep 16, 2024, 5:35:46 PM
Total time: 00:49:53

Episode Description

Under President Obrador’s new constitutional amendment, thousands of appointed judges will lose their jobs and face election. Opponents fear a threat to democracy.

Chief Justice John Roberts penned three Supreme Court rulings related to January 6 that benefit former President Trump. His role is the focus of a New York Times investigation.

“Art and science collide” is the theme of this year’s PST ART, a Getty-sponsored event featuring more than 800 artists and at least 70 art institutions around SoCal. 

The Soweto Gospel Choir of South Africa’s latest album reimagines popular dance tracks of the last 50 years. Some of the lyrics are in Zulu, and traditional house beats are subbed for African rhythms.

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