Lollapalooza begins this weekend. The ‘95 lineup is worth remembering

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Lollapalooza begins this weekend. The ‘95 lineup is worth remembering

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Published on Jul 28, 2025, 8:18:48 AM
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In response to Texas’ plan to redraw its congressional map to add GOP seats, CA Gov. Newsom is threatening to redistrict here to add Democratic seats. Is it legal?

Considered the most powerful psychedelic, 5-MeO DMT causes extreme trips that last only 30 minutes. Two startups are trying to take it to market as a depression treatment. 

Lollapalooza runs July 31 to August 3 in Chicago. Three decades ago, it was the country’s biggest music festival. It peaked with the 1995 lineup, argues NYT culture editor David Malitz.

Last week’s “South Park” season premiere targeted President Trump for his lawsuits against media companies. What’s next for creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone?

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