Austin Cross
What I cover
I help listeners understand how decisions about housing, homelessness, law, and local government shape everyday life in Southern California. I also unpack the bigger themes — from identity and culture to the way media narratives shape our perception of the world. And every Friday on AirTalk, I bring Angelenos together around one of our favorite topics: food.
My background
I’m a native Angeleno and Golden Mike Award-winning journalist who hosts Morning Edition and AirTalk Fridays on LAist 89.3, as well as The L.A. Report A.M. Edition. I started in LA radio at KNX in 2010 and joined LAist (then KPCC) in 2014. Along the way, I’ve also contributed to APM’s Marketplace and was a longtime producer and reporter for Take Two with A Martinez. As a second-generation Los Angeles radio host, I take pride in delivering crucial information while showcasing the many sides of Southern California.
My goals
My goal is to give Angelenos the clarity and context they need to navigate life in one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Whether it’s a challenging conversation with a policymaker, a deep dive into housing policy, or a lighter moment on Food Friday, I aim to make news accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking.
Best way to reach me
I’d love to hear from you if you have feedback, story ideas, or want to connect. You can reach me at across@laist.com. You can also follow me on Instagram and TikTok at @AustinCrossTalk.
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The ban was overturned and marriage equality is now law of the land, but in some black communities, acceptance has been slow-going. -
For starters, the number of polling places will be cut by about 75 percent and voters will have more days to cast ballots at voting centers. -
Voters in the 25th Congressional District are passionate about several issues, but analysts say that one in particular could hit residents in the wallet. -
The L.A.-based physician spent $500 million for the newspaper, ending its rocky relationship with parent company Tronc, which owns the Chicago Tribune. -
It got heated — and personal — when the six major candidates met on stage at USC to discuss the issues facing California.
