Best LATW Podcasts (2025)

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The Relativity Series Bonus Episode: Interview with Playwright Amanda Quaid 9:52

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3M ago9:52

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Hear our conversation with Amanda Quaid, author of "Circumstances Affecting the Heat of the Sun's Rays." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Relativity Series: Circumstances Affecting the Heat of the Sun's Rays (Part 3) 38:54

4M ago38:54

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You may not know her name, but Eunice Newton Foote made groundbreaking discoveries about the greenhouse effect in the 1850s. Her experiments showed that different gases, including carbon dioxide, absorb and trap heat, an early milestone in the history of climate science. And even though her findings were published in a leading scientific journal – …

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The Relativity Series: Circumstances Affecting the Heat of the Sun's Rays (Part 2) 20:16

4M ago20:16

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You may not know her name, but Eunice Newton Foote made groundbreaking discoveries about the greenhouse effect in the 1850s. Her experiments showed that different gases, including carbon dioxide, absorb and trap heat, an early milestone in the history of climate science. And even though her findings were published in a leading scientific journal – …

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The Relativity Series: Circumstances Affecting the Heat of the Sun's Rays (Part 1) 19:50

4M ago19:50

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You may not know her name, but Eunice Newton Foote made groundbreaking discoveries about the greenhouse effect in the 1850s. Her experiments showed that different gases, including carbon dioxide, absorb and trap heat, an early milestone in the history of climate science. And even though her findings were published in a leading scientific journal – …

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The Relativity Series: Golden Shield (Part 3) 44:26

5M ago44:26

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American lawyer Julie Chen files a class-action lawsuit involving a multinational technology corporation and the Chinese government’s internet firewall, known as Golden Shield. When she hires her strong-minded sister Eva as her translator, what compromises will they make in order to win? And can they put aside their past differences to speak the sa…

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The Relativity Series: Golden Shield (Part 2) 38:41

5M ago38:41

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American lawyer Julie Chen files a class-action lawsuit involving a multinational technology corporation and the Chinese government’s internet firewall, known as Golden Shield. When she hires her strong-minded sister Eva as her translator, what compromises will they make in order to win? And can they put aside their past differences to speak the sa…

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The Relativity Series: Golden Shield (Part 1) 42:49

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American lawyer Julie Chen files a class-action lawsuit involving a multinational technology corporation and the Chinese government’s internet firewall, known as Golden Shield. When she hires her strong-minded sister Eva as her translator, what compromises will they make in order to win? And can they put aside their past differences to speak the sa…

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The Relativity Series Bonus Episode: Interview with Playwright Alexis Zegerman 8:51

9M ago8:51

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Hear our interview with Alexis Zegerman, author of The Fever Syndrome. This interview is part of L.A. Theatre Works’ Relativity Series of science-themed plays. Lead funding for the Relativity Series is provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, bridging science and the arts in the modern world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 6) 27:18

9M ago27:18

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 5) 18:54

9M ago18:54

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 4) 31:30

9M ago31:30

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 3) 31:49

9M ago31:49

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 2) 23:53

9M ago23:53

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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The Relativity Series: The Fever Syndrome (Part 1) 25:46

9M ago25:46

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Professor Richard Meyers, now in his 70s and suffering from advanced Parkinson’s disease, is about to receive a lifetime achievement award for his work in the development of in-vitro fertilization. That calls for a family reunion, and given this high-functioning, dysfunctional family, there’s bound to be trouble ahead. As they gather, old resentmen…

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Numbers: Tempted To Return 6:57

1y ago6:57

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Here are my thoughts after reading the continuing story of God freeing His people from slavery and bondage. Much of the story caused me to ask God to check my heart. What were your thoughts on the stories of God's people as written in the book of Numbers?

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Innocent When You Dream Bonus: Interview with Ken Narasaki 24:09

1y ago24:09

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our conversation with playwright Ken Narasaki. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Innocent When You Dream (Part 3) 26:14

1y ago26:14

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This play is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. 80-something Dan Yamada has been rendered speechless after a stroke, and as he lies in bed, he vivdly recalls his life, from his days in the World War 2-era internment camps, to serving in the US Army, to …

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Innocent When You Dream (Part 2) 21:33

1y ago21:33

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This play is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. 80-something Dan Yamada has been rendered speechless after a stroke, and as he lies in bed, he vivdly recalls his life, from his days in the World War 2-era internment camps, to serving in the US Army, to …

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Innocent When You Dream (Part 1) 35:50

1y ago35:50

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This play is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. 80-something Dan Yamada has been rendered speechless after a stroke, and as he lies in bed, he vivdly recalls his life, from his days in the World War 2-era internment camps, to serving in the US Army, to …

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A Good Day at Auschwitz (Part 2) 38:40

1y ago38:40

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. The extraordinary true story of Abe, a man the playwright met at his synagogue. Abe was a fellow of great humor and heart who not only survived three years at Auschwitz—certainly the worst place on eart…

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A Good Day at Auschwitz (Part 1) 58:56

1y ago58:56

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. The extraordinary true story of Abe, a man the playwright met at his synagogue. Abe was a fellow of great humor and heart who not only survived three years at Auschwitz—certainly the worst place on eart…

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Prayers of The Destitute 6:20

1y ago6:20

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From day to day, and sometimes from moment to moment, we hear the depths of the truthfulness of a psalmist's heart, life, circumstances, thoughts, and feelings. And because there is such raw truth to the words we hear and read, we can get comfort in knowing that just as our foremothers and forefathers of the faith raised the issues of their heart t…

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Looking For The Faithful 2:16

1y ago2:16

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A prayer and encouragement based on Psalm 101 to encourage the hearts of sisters in faith across the world. Read and contemplate on Psalm 101, today. Peace and blessings 🙏🏾

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Disgraced Bonus Interview 28:14

1y ago28:14

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Because of the controversial nature of Disgraced’s portrayal of Islamic Americans, L.A. Theatre Works held panel discussions following performances in Los Angeles in April 2018. We heard a remarkable ra…

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Disgraced (Part 2) 48:25

1y ago48:25

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Amir has left his Pakistani heritage behind in an attempt to make partner at his corporate law firm, but his wife Emily doesn’t share his negative feelings about Islam—she’s encouraged Amir to help with…

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Disgraced (Part 1) 21:55

1y ago21:55

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Amir has left his Pakistani heritage behind in an attempt to make partner at his corporate law firm, but his wife Emily doesn’t share his negative feelings about Islam—she’s encouraged Amir to help with…

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The Grapes of Wrath (Part 4) 23:52

1y ago23:52

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Set during the Great Depression, The Grapes of Wrath tells the powerful story of the Joad family’s trek from the dust bowl of Oklahoma to the promise of a new life in California. But what they find thre…

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The Grapes of Wrath (Part 3) 25:05

1y ago25:05

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Set during the Great Depression, The Grapes of Wrath tells the powerful story of the Joad family’s trek from the dust bowl of Oklahoma to the promise of a new life in California. But what they find thre…

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The Grapes of Wrath (Part 2) 23:31

1y ago23:31

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Set during the Great Depression, The Grapes of Wrath tells the powerful story of the Joad family’s trek from the dust bowl of Oklahoma to the promise of a new life in California. But what they find thre…

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The Grapes of Wrath (Part 1) 32:51

1y ago32:51

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Set during the Great Depression, The Grapes of Wrath tells the powerful story of the Joad family’s trek from the dust bowl of Oklahoma to the promise of a new life in California. But what they find thre…

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Seven Bonus: Interview with Playwrights Paula Cizmar and Susan Yankowitz 31:41

1y ago31:41

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our conversation with playwrights Paula Cizmar and Susan Yankowitz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Seven Bonus: Interview with Activist Marina Pisklakova-Parker 27:51

1y ago27:51

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our interview with Russian activist Marina Pisklakova-Parker. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Seven (Part 3) 28:10

1y ago28:10

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Seven women give voice to the voiceless. Seven is a documentary play created with the support of Vital Voices Global Partnership and is a collaboration between the playwrights and seven female activists…

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Seven (Part 2) 19:20

1y ago19:20

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Seven women give voice to the voiceless. Seven is a documentary play created with the support of Vital Voices Global Partnership and is a collaboration between the playwrights and seven female activists…

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Seven (Part 1) 22:35

1y ago22:35

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Seven women give voice to the voiceless. Seven is a documentary play created with the support of Vital Voices Global Partnership and is a collaboration between the playwrights and seven female activists…

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Chavez Ravine (Part 3) 29:15

1y ago29:15

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. The controversial history of Chavez Ravine, the immigrant community that once existed on the site that is now Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, is explored with humor, brutal honesty, and pulse-racing musi…

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Chavez Ravine (Part 2) 22:21

1y ago22:21

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. The controversial history of Chavez Ravine, the immigrant community that once existed on the site that is now Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, is explored with humor, brutal honesty, and pulse-racing musi…

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Chavez Ravine (Part 1) 26:16

1y ago26:16

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. The controversial history of Chavez Ravine, the immigrant community that once existed on the site that is now Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, is explored with humor, brutal honesty, and pulse-racing musi…

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Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting Bonus: Al Downing Interview 6:15

1y ago6:15

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our conversation with former MLB pitcher Al Downing, talking about Jackie Robinson's impact on baseball. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art…

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Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (Part 4) 21:09

1y ago21:09

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Playwright Ed Schmidt imagines a spring day in 1947, when Branch Rickey, the powerful general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, summons heavyweight champion Joe Louis, tap star Bill ‘Bojangles’ Robinson,…

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Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (Part 3) 28:25

1y ago28:25

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Playwright Ed Schmidt imagines a spring day in 1947, when Branch Rickey, the powerful general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, summons heavyweight champion Joe Louis, tap star Bill ‘Bojangles’ Robinson,…

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Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (Part 2) 22:54

1y ago22:54

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Playwright Ed Schmidt imagines a spring day in 1947, when Branch Rickey, the powerful general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, summons heavyweight champion Joe Louis, tap star Bill ‘Bojangles’ Robinson,…

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Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (Part 1) 25:26

1y ago25:26

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Playwright Ed Schmidt imagines a spring day in 1947, when Branch Rickey, the powerful general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, summons heavyweight champion Joe Louis, tap star Bill ‘Bojangles’ Robinson,…

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In the Name of Security - The Case of J. Robert Oppenheimer 57:55

1y ago57:55

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. At the height of the Cold War, American democracy was challenged by the anti-Communist atmosphere of the McCarthy era. Peter Goodchild combines dramatic re-enactments based on original trial transcripts…

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Boats on a River (Part 4) 29:03

1y ago29:03

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an …

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Boats on a River (Part 3) 18:31

1y ago18:31

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an …

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Boats on a River (Part 2) 28:38

1y ago28:38

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an …

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Boats on a River (Part 1) 17:41

1y ago17:41

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an …

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John Ball's In the Heat of the Night Bonus: Post-Show Discussion 14:58

1+ y ago14:58

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our post-show discussion with director Brian Kite, playwright Matt Pelfrey, and UCLA Professor of Directing and Theater History Michael Hackett See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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John Ball's In the Heat of the Night Bonus: Journalist Todd Purdum 19:01

1+ y ago19:01

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This podcast is sponsored by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program, a state-funded grant project of the California State Library. Hear our post-show discussion about the play with journalist Todd Purdum. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…