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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Madeleine Brand

Booking Overview

A daily news-and-culture interview show focused on Los Angeles, with external guests appearing across literature, food, music, film, and other cultural subjects alongside reported current-affairs coverage. Credible pitches include authors, artists, musicians, filmmakers, cultural leaders, and expert commentators with a timely project or clear Los Angeles connection; booking difficulty is medium because the program seeks recognizable, newsworthy voices.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 516.0k subscribers

Instagram: 249.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

kcrwwebmaster@gmail.com

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Host

Madeleine Brand - Award-winning journalist and longtime public radio host known for covering news, politics, culture, and Los Angeles.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established authors, musicians, artists, filmmakers, culinary figures, civic leaders, and subject-matter experts with recognized expertise, a notable project, or a timely connection to Los Angeles and current events.
Required Achievements:  
Published acclaimed books, Released or created notable artistic work, Built a recognized career in a cultural field, Provided authoritative commentary on a timely public issue

Recent Guest Discussions

Min Jin Lee - Betrayal, Class Struggle, And The Korean Diaspora.

Evan Kleiman - Cheese And Food Culture.

Jarvis Cocker - Pulp's Comeback.

Recent Topics

News, Los Angeles, Politics, Film, Immigration

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
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Steve Hilton on affordability, homelessness, and yes…that ad

October 15, 2026

Plus, our weekend film reviews, including the Elizabeth Holmes documentary that had a surprise premiere at Telluride, and Evan Kleiman on how to make and where to find the best bento box.

Shiny ceilings. Flavortown! Burbank airport’s new terminal opens

October 15, 2026

Plus, LA’s mayoral candidates try to appeal to the large chunk of undecided voters, the state warns LAUSD it may take over the district if it can’t balance its budget, and fall book recommendations.

“Lazy, unfunny, sexist.” Shane Gillis’ SNL monologue sparks outrage

October 13, 2026

Plus, Elon Musk spends hundreds of millions to elect Republicans, Gov. Gavin Newsom ponders commuting death sentences, and three new exhibitions explore architect Paul R. Williams’ life and work.  

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Press Play with Madeleine Brand?

Press Play with Madeleine Brand is hosted by Madeleine Brand. Its publicly listed email is kcrwwebmaster@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Press Play with Madeleine Brand?

The publicly listed email for Press Play with Madeleine Brand: kcrwwebmaster@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Press Play with Madeleine Brand have?

Podseeker estimates Press Play with Madeleine Brand reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Press Play with Madeleine Brand?

Press Play with Madeleine Brand typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established authors, musicians, artists, filmmakers, culinary figures, civic leaders, and subject-matter experts with recognized expertise, a notable project, or a timely connection to Los Angeles and current events. Common among recent guests: Published acclaimed books; Released or created notable artistic work; Built a recognized career in a cultural field. Recent guests include Min Jin Lee, Evan Kleiman, and Jarvis Cocker.

How hard is it to get booked on Press Play with Madeleine Brand?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Press Play with Madeleine Brand cover?

Recent episodes cover News, Los Angeles, Politics, Film, and Immigration. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

kcrwwebmaster@gmail.com

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