‘The Devil Wears Rothko’ traces Knoedler Gallery fake art scandal

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

‘The Devil Wears Rothko’ traces Knoedler Gallery fake art scandal

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Published on Aug 6, 2025, 4:58:59 PM
Total time: 00:49:56

Episode Description

The Trump administration froze UCLA’s roughly 800 grants, covering research into medicine, science, energy, and climate. How are scholars and the university responding?

Luke Farritor, a 23-year-old tech prodigy with no government experience, is at the center of sweeping federal cuts reshaping how government works. 

For about a decade, the director of the Knoedler Gallery ended up buying fake art from a Bonnie and Clyde-like duo. An FBI criminal probe and lawsuits ensued. 

Garlic brings its unique aroma, pungency, heat, and sometimes mellow nuttiness to each dish you’re making.

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