Manny Valladares

he/him/his

Producer, AirTalk

What I cover

I cover topics of all kinds, from breaking news broadcasts to lighthearted conversations with filmmakers and Angelenos. I’ve also helped produce LAist live events, including our COVID-19 retrospective and FilmWeek screening series.

My background

I’ve lived in different cities around L.A. County my entire life. I’m an alum of Cerritos College, Long Beach City College and Long Beach State, with a degree in journalism and minor in film.

My goals

I want to cover local stories that matter to Angelenos. I’m always looking for subjects that will get people talking.

Best way to contact me

Email is best: mvalladares@laist.com

Stories by Manny Valladares

Arts & Entertainment

Are You Ready For Some New TV? Check Out These Picks For The Week Ending March 10

This week's television critics on AirTalk's TV-Talk segment offer up their recommendations for what to watch this week.
Health

Want To Understand The Complexities Of Neurodiversity? Start Here

This series from LAist's AirTalk explains the history of our understanding of neurodivergence, the challenges many face getting diagnosed and the complexities of how neurodiverse people engage with the world in their work and home lives.