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Passengers ride a cable car that links downtown La Paz with El Alto, Bolivia, in September. The trip costs about 40 cents and takes 10 minutes — compared to 35 cents and a half-hour by minibus.

High In The Andes, Bolivia's Gondolas-In-The-Sky Ease Congestion

One of Latin America's poorest countries is building the world's longest urban cable car system. The aim is to transform the lives of commuters who battle chronic traffic problems.

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Airs Friday, November 14, 2014 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

'All Grown Up' Is The Picture Of Someone Who Isn't (And A Voice That's Nothing New)

Jamie Attenberg's newest novel follows a woman living her life unapologetically, and on her own terms. But that kind of life can is not necessarily a good one.

Des McAnuff and the cast in rehearsal for La Jolla Playhouse’s world-premiere production of "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots" based on the album by alt-rockers The Flaming Lips.

New Musical Based On Flaming Lips Album

A new musical at the La Jolla Playhouse was inspired by the music of alternative rock band The Flaming Lips. KPBS arts reporter Angela Carone says" Jersey Boys" director Des McAnuff worked with the band to translate "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots" to the stage.

Between 2006 and 2010, Jason Hamacher made many trips to Syria to photograph and record ancient chants.

Before War, A Punk Drummer Preserved Syrian Chants

Jason Hamacher wasn't trained as a photographer, a musicologist or a member of a religious community. The former Frodus drummer simply felt compelled to document this music.

San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers throws a pass, Sept. 14, 2014.

San Diego Chargers Avoid First Broadcast Blackout Of 2014 Regular Season

The Chargers say sponsors have guaranteed the purchase of several thousand tickets for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, so the game will appear on local television.

Members of Suede in 1993, left to right: Simon Gilbert, Bernard Butler, Brett Anderson, Matt Osman.

The Mix: Britpop At 20

The phenomenon known as Britpop took shape in 1993 after the success of Suede's self-titled debut album. Twenty years later, we look back at the era's best songs and speak with musicians who witnessed it firsthand.

From left to right, Ben Lovett, Marcus Mumford, Winston Marshall, Ted Dwane. The 1920s glamour of the Belasco Theater in downtown Los Angeles provides a stunning setting for a triumphant performance by Mumford & Sons. The band delivers songs from its recent Number One album, "Babel," along with such hits as “Little Lion Man” and “I Will Wait.” Mumford & Sons thrills the invitation-only crowd of 800 throughout its rousing set, closing the evening with a blistering rendition of “The Cave” from the classic, multi-platinum debut "Sigh No More."

LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN: Mumford & Sons

Airs Friday, January 2, 2015 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV

Ron Nine, Mitch Ebert, Eden Schwartz, Fiia McGann and Gretta Harley perform in <em>These Streets</em>, a new play based on a series of interviews with Seattle musicians.

Women Of Grunge Reclaim Rock History In 'These Streets'

Two years ago, the 20th anniversary of Nirvana's Nevermind sparked a slew of retrospectives about the Seattle grunge scene. But those narratives left something out: the influence of women. A new play by Gretta Harley and Sarah Rudinoff aims to update the historical record.

If you think this movie supports Nazism, you are sorely mistaken.

A Lack Of Comprehension

I was surprised by swastika tattoos and Nazi salutes at a progressive punk concert. It was a complete departure from the band's message, and I was left wondering -- did these people realize where they were?

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