Yiyun Li’s new novel imagines forgotten 18th century prodigies

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Yiyun Li’s new novel imagines forgotten 18th century prodigies

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Published on Nov 10, 2026, 2:56:36 PM
Total time: 00:50:04

Episode Description

Plus, how Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s affair with a suspected Chinese spy could affect Caliofrnia’s economy, and ideas for how to make California’s ballot initiative process less confusing.

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