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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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Today on AirTalk: Open AI closes Sora; US at 250; Parenting in year 0; How is the Iran war affecting prices? Homelessness funds on the table; and Marine heatwave.
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Today on AirTalk: Trump endorses Steve Hilton for governor, Mail-in voting, Have video games actually caused violence? And special NPR coverage of Trump's news conference. -
Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.
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Listen 1:09:54Today on AirTalk, we’re asking parents of LAUSD students to weigh in: How did you choose the school where you send your child and what are the factors that go into that decision? We also take a closer look at the New York Times' 1619 project, a series that examines and details the legacy of slavery in America; and more.As LAUSD Students Return To Classes, Parents Weigh In On How And Why They Chose Their Child’s SchoolToday on AirTalk, we’re asking parents of LAUSD students to weigh in: How did you choose the school where you send your child and what are the factors that go into that decision? We also take a closer look at the New York Times' 1619 project, a series that examines and details the legacy of slavery in America; and more. -
Listen 1:36:27Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the headlines you might have missed in political news over the weekend and looks ahead at the stories to come. We also check in on U.S.-China relations as the protests in Hong Kong continue; examine why youth sport participation is declining; and more.Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the headlines you might have missed in political news over the weekend and looks ahead at the stories to come. We also check in on U.S.-China relations as the protests in Hong Kong continue; examine why youth sport participation is declining; and more. -
Listen 1:37:03Today on AirTalk, we examine a recent study that links air pollution to an increase in emphysema and discuss the findings with an author of the study as well as a local expert who’s been researching the effects of pollution. We also take a look at the best options for police when it comes to possible suicide by cop calls; and more.Today on AirTalk, we examine a recent study that links air pollution to an increase in emphysema and discuss the findings with an author of the study as well as a local expert who’s been researching the effects of pollution. We also take a look at the best options for police when it comes to possible suicide by cop calls; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss the recent vote by the LA County Board of Supervisors that canceled a $1.7 billion contract to replace Men’s Central Jail in Downtown Los Angeles. We also take a look at how California and LA prosecute sex trafficking; and more. -
Listen 1:36:41Today on AirTalk, we discuss a recent proposal by LAUSD that would issue ratings to LA schools and charters on a 1 to 5 scale on things like test scores and improvement. We also examine the decline in participation for highschool football across California; interview LA Metro CEO Phil Washington; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss a recent proposal by LAUSD that would issue ratings to LA schools and charters on a 1 to 5 scale on things like test scores and improvement. We also examine the decline in participation for highschool football across California; interview LA Metro CEO Phil Washington; and more. -
Listen 1:36:26Today on AirTalk, we get the latest from Hong Kong as police continue to clash with protesters at the Hong Kong airport. We also discuss President Trump's recent announcement on delaying tariffs against China and take a look at what the move means for U.S. markets; interview Telemundo co-founder Frank Cruz; and more.Today on AirTalk, we get the latest from Hong Kong as police continue to clash with protesters at the Hong Kong airport. We also discuss President Trump's recent announcement on delaying tariffs against China and take a look at what the move means for U.S. markets; interview Telemundo co-founder Frank Cruz; and more. -
Listen 1:36:04Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come. We also discuss the backlash behind a draft for a new ethnic studies curriculum in California and examine how the potential course could be taught; and more.Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come. We also discuss the backlash behind a draft for a new ethnic studies curriculum in California and examine how the potential course could be taught; and more. -
Listen 1:35:54Today on AirTalk, guest host Libby Denkmann sits down with former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe to discuss the factors that led to the attack in Charlottesville, in addition to what could have been done to prevent this and what still needs to be done to prevent the rise of white nationalism and future attacks; and more.Today on AirTalk, guest host Libby Denkmann sits down with former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe to discuss the factors that led to the attack in Charlottesville, in addition to what could have been done to prevent this and what still needs to be done to prevent the rise of white nationalism and future attacks; and more.
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Listen 1:36:24Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom joins us to discuss a wide range of topics including the recently signed bill requiring presidential candidates to disclose their tax returns to appear on the CA ballot. We also examine the allegations of sexual misconduct against USC men's health physician Dr. Dennis Kelly; and more.Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom joins us to discuss a wide range of topics including the recently signed bill requiring presidential candidates to disclose their tax returns to appear on the CA ballot. We also examine the allegations of sexual misconduct against USC men's health physician Dr. Dennis Kelly; and more. -
Listen 1:34:50Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on the factors driving a political change in Orange County; We also check in on the state of recycling and reusables in California after the closure of RePlanet; examine Google's alleged discrimination against pregnant woman; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on the factors driving a political change in Orange County; We also check in on the state of recycling and reusables in California after the closure of RePlanet; examine Google's alleged discrimination against pregnant woman; and more.
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Credits & Support
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