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with Larry Mantle

Larry Mantle hosts lively and in-depth discussions of city news, politics, science, the arts, entertainment, and more. Airs weekdays 9-11am on 89.3 FM and streaming online at LAist.com and the LAist app. Austin Cross hosts AirTalk Fridays — watch the Friday show live on Instagram (@laistofficial).

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    Today on AirTalk, we talk to parents of children 5 and under about how they're managing the complexities of being unable to vaccinate their kids. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Andy Klein and Charles Solomon review this weekend's new movie releases; and more.
    While Vaccines Offer Hope To Most, Parents Of Children Under 5 Grapple With Uncertainty
    Today on AirTalk, we talk to parents of children 5 and under about how they're managing the complexities of being unable to vaccinate their kids. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Andy Klein and Charles Solomon review this weekend's new movie releases; and more.
  • Parents drop their children off for the first day of school in Novi, Mich., on Tuesday.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the influence of Parent-Teacher Associations in LAUSD and California at large. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; take a look at the prep being done at SoFi stadium for the Super Bowl; and more.
    Breaking Down PTA Influence In LAUSD And The Inequities It Reflects On LA’s Education System
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the influence of Parent-Teacher Associations in LAUSD and California at large. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; take a look at the prep being done at SoFi stadium for the Super Bowl; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we check in with how students and teachers are managing the new Omicron surge in schools. Also on the show, discuss the latest COVID-19 news; hear from listeners about unique places they've "worked from home"; and more.
    Checking In On K-12 Schools As Students And Teachers Try To Manage During Omicron Surge
    Today on AirTalk, we check in with how students and teachers are managing the new Omicron surge in schools. Also on the show, discuss the latest COVID-19 news; hear from listeners about unique places they've "worked from home"; and more.
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    Today on Airtalk, we look at how the pandemic has affected people's relationship with religion. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; exploring Gov. Newsom's budget proposal; and more.
    Three In 10 Americans Say They’re No Longer Religiously Affiliated -- What We’re Seeing In Southern California
    Today on Airtalk, we look at how the pandemic has affected people's relationship with religion. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; exploring Gov. Newsom's budget proposal; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:48
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the impact a proposed universal healthcare bill would have on California. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; how civil wars start, and how to prevent them; and more.
    What A New Universal Healthcare Proposal Would Mean For California Residents And Businesses
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the impact a proposed universal healthcare bill would have on California. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; how civil wars start, and how to prevent them; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we remember the life and groundbreaking career of Hollywood star Sidney Poitier. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a look at hospital staffing issues.
    Remembering Sidney Poitier, Groundbreaking Hollywood Star And Oscar Winner
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the life and groundbreaking career of Hollywood star Sidney Poitier. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a look at hospital staffing issues.
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    Today on AirTalk, we remember the Jan. 6 insurrection one year later. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a look at upcoming tech in 2022; and more.
    Remembering The Jan. 6 Insurrection One Year Later, Plus Details On House Committee Investigation
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the Jan. 6 insurrection one year later. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a look at upcoming tech in 2022; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at how domestic extremism has evolved since the Capitol insurrection last year. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a check in on L.A.'s mayoral race; and more.
    The Evolution Of Domestic Extremism In The Year Since The Capitol Insurrection
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how domestic extremism has evolved since the Capitol insurrection last year. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a check in on L.A.'s mayoral race; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at how the Capitol insurrection will affect future elections. Also on the show, we cover the latest COVID-19 headlines; a check in on the state's snowpack levels; and more.
    One Year After The January 6 Attack On The U.S. Capitol, How Have American Democracy And Elections Changed?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how the Capitol insurrection will affect future elections. Also on the show, we cover the latest COVID-19 headlines; a check in on the state's snowpack levels; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the aftermath of last year's insurrection at the Capitol. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; a round up of new state laws; and more.
    Nearly One Year After the Capitol Insurrection, We Review Its Aftermath
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the aftermath of last year's insurrection at the Capitol. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; a round up of new state laws; and more.
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Larry Mantle, Host
Austin Cross, Host
Lindsey Wright, Senior Producer
Lucy Copp, Producer
Nicolas Perez, Producer
Manny Valladares, Associate Producer
Payton Seda, Associate Producer
Faheem Khan, Associate Producer
Courtney Eileen Fulcher, Apprentice News Clerk