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AirTalk Oct. 23, 2026
Today's show: AirTalk host Larry Mantle talks with Rob Bonta about the state's latest litigation, Orange County D.A. on e-bike cases, Taiwanese eatery Little Fatty and FilmWeek.
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Rob Bonta on claims of election fraud, Medi-Cal fraud enforcement, and more
Since President Donald Trump’s return to office, California has sued the Trump administration 100 times. Today on AirTalk, Larry sits down with California attorney general Rob Bonta to get the latest on what the state is litigating.
Guest:
- Rob Bonta, California attorney general
Orange County D.A. announces charges tied to e-bike usage
The Orange County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges against seven parents and relatives of children involved with illegal e-motorcycle usage. The total number of cases, which includes charges filed against the parents of a 13-year-old who died after crashing his e-bike while allegedly traveling over 40 mph, has now reached double digits.
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Guest:
- Todd Spitzer, Orange County District Attorney
Little Fatty in Mar Vista
In the Westside and having trouble finding Taiwanese food? Little Fatty, located in Mar Vista, has become a popular option for those in the area looking for drinks and mapo tofu without stressing as much about parking. Today on AirTalk’s Food Friday, we sit down with owner David Kuo to talk about what he’s been able to achieve with his restaurant.
Guest:
- David Kuo, chef-owner of Little Fatty, a Taiwanese restaurant in Mar Vista
FilmWeek: ‘Clayface,’ ‘Wicker,’ ‘Wildwood’ and more!
Larry Mantle and FilmWeek critics review the latest DC Comics adaptation Clayface starring Tom Rhys Harries and Naomi Ackie along with a lot of gore. They also talk about LAIKA’s stop-motion spectacle Wildwood, the longest stop-motion animation film in history.
Guests:
- Charles Solomon, film critic for LAist, Animation Scoop and Animation Magazine
- Christy Lemire, film critic for LAist, and co-host of the ‘Breakfast All Day’ YouTube and podcast series
- Tim Cogshell, film critic for LAist, Alt-Film Guide and CineGods.com
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