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Austin Cross
Associate Producer, Take Two
Austin Cross is an Associate Producer for KPCC's Take Two program.
Austin came to KPCC from CBS Radio where he worked for both KNX and KFWB, booking and producing news segments and programs on myriad topics, from finance and technology to culture and issues of race.
Austin is a Southern Californian and graduated from Azusa Pacific University. In addition to producing, he has guest hosted on KFWB.
Stories by Austin Cross
Could some sweet Steyer cash give Kevin de León a much-needed boost?
Steyer will have to break off a fat stack if de Leon hopes to compete with Sen. Dianne Feinstein's $10 million war chest.
Sensuous soul with an edge? Look no further...
Every week, Take Two gets in the groove with the latest cuts from some of the most soulful singers in the Southland and beyond.
A California lawmaker with ties to Trump could be eyeing Paul Ryan's gig
Here's a hint: The Washington Post once called him President Trump's "fixer, friend and candy man."
When Republicans resist: Sanctuary state edition
California's sanctuary laws could be handing the state's GOP a cause to rally behind.
In the eugenics era, Mexican American women were prime targets of sterilization in California
Eight decades on, a Southern California family is still haunted by what happened at a Pomona institution in the 1930s.
Mexican American musicians tackle the Dreamer debate through song
The song "Muro" by a band called The Mexican Standoff criticizes President Donald Trump and chronicles the lives of dreamers.
Sanctuary law? Feds say no, state says yes, OC says no
County officials voted to join a federal lawsuit against California and its "sanctuary laws." Now President Trump is calling them brave.
These LA hip-hop artists aren't afraid to get deep, y'all
Rappers from across LA articulate the struggles of everyday living in these new releases.
Don't worry, GOP, the Governator is here to help
Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger outlined his vision for a new CA GOP Wednesday. By his side: centrist Republican Chad Mayes and Ohio Gov. John Kasich.
Triple Beam Pizza brings Roman-style pies to Highland Park
The chefs behind Mozza have joined forces to bring authentic, Roman-style pizza to a rapidly-evolving foodie-friendly neighborhood.
The soul music scene is alive and well in the UK
Old school blends with new in this week's music selections. Building on the work of past jazz and soul greats, these artists show us that the kids might be alright.
Anyway, here's border wall: Trump comes to CA
If you were playing Trump-in-California bingo, you could mark "blast Governor Brown" on your card.
LA traffic is so bad this man wants to solve it with a boat
A short sea voyage instead of a gridlocked drive on the 405 — does the idea hold water?
Beyond road closures: The intense security behind Trump's CA trip
Earthquakes, wildfires, and protests are just a few of the factors that Secret Service agents have considered ahead of Trump's trip Tuesday.
What to expect when you're expecting President Trump
President Trump comes to California next week. The visit comes days after the administration sued the Golden State for its immigration laws.
