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AirTalk

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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  • Listen 1:42:49
    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.
    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.
  • Listen 1:42:34
    Today on Airtalk, we look at holiday traditions and the importance they have in our lives. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a replay of KPCC's Frank Stoltze's conversation with D.A. Gascón; and more.
    Today on Airtalk, we look at holiday traditions and the importance they have in our lives. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19; a replay of KPCC's Frank Stoltze's conversation with D.A. Gascón; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:40
    Today on AirTalk, we look at why street upgrades in L.A. take as long as they do. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19 news; life events that got you through 2021; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at why street upgrades in L.A. take as long as they do. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19 news; life events that got you through 2021; and more.
  • Listen 1:24:40
    Today on AirTalk, we debunk common COVID-19 myths and share tips on how to talk to vaccine-hesitant family members. Also on the show, a look at student loan repayments starting back up; Omicron's economic impact; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we debunk common COVID-19 myths and share tips on how to talk to vaccine-hesitant family members. Also on the show, a look at student loan repayments starting back up; Omicron's economic impact; and more.
  • Listen 1:43:13
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the developing situation around the Omicron COVID-19 variant. Also on the show, a look at the future of Banning Ranch; proposed state water restrictions; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the developing situation around the Omicron COVID-19 variant. Also on the show, a look at the future of Banning Ranch; proposed state water restrictions; and more.
  • Listen 1:41:38
    Today on AirTalk, we check in with members of the restaurant industry about how the second year of the pandemic has treated them. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19 news; FilmWeek.
    Today on AirTalk, we check in with members of the restaurant industry about how the second year of the pandemic has treated them. Also on the show, we cover the latest in COVID-19 news; FilmWeek.
  • Listen 1:42:37
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the defunct department stores from L.A. history. Also on the show, we look at the problems with freeway widening; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the defunct department stores from L.A. history. Also on the show, we look at the problems with freeway widening; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:46
    Today on AirTalk, LAPD Chief Michel Moore joins Larry for his monthly interview to discuss the latest in law enforcement. Also on the show, a look at the term Latinx; turning empty offices into housing; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, LAPD Chief Michel Moore joins Larry for his monthly interview to discuss the latest in law enforcement. Also on the show, a look at the term Latinx; turning empty offices into housing; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:37
    Today on AirTalk, we look at Gov. Newsom's proposal for a law targeting assault weapons based off Texas' ban on most abortions. Also on the show we look at what makes holiday rom-coms so good; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at Gov. Newsom's proposal for a law targeting assault weapons based off Texas' ban on most abortions. Also on the show we look at what makes holiday rom-coms so good; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:46
    Today on AirTalk, we look at what consumers need to know about surging inflation. Also on the show, we remember the life of Vicente Fernández; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at what consumers need to know about surging inflation. Also on the show, we remember the life of Vicente Fernández; the latest on COVID-19; and more.

Credits & Support

Larry Mantle, Host
Austin Cross, Host
Lindsey Wright, Senior Producer
Nicolas Perez, Producer
Manny Valladares, Producer
Payton Seda, Associate Producer
Faheem Khan, Associate Producer
Amy Lopez, Apprentice News Clerk
Ava Calbreath, Apprentice News Clerk