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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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Listen 1:34:28At just 11.45 percent, the March 7 Los Angeles election turnout was historically low – what happened?; we look at how the House GOP’s plan to replace the Affordable Care Act could impact enrollees in California; how does using voice assistants like Siri and Alexa in the home impact child development?; and more.At just 11.45 percent, the March 7 Los Angeles election turnout was historically low – what happened?; we look at how the House GOP’s plan to replace the Affordable Care Act could impact enrollees in California; how does using voice assistants like Siri and Alexa in the home impact child development?; and more. -
Listen 1:34:55Eric Garcetti was overwhelmingly reelected as mayor – we talk to him about his win and what’s next for LA; WikiLeaks released information about the CIA’s strategies for hacking personal devices – we discuss the implications of the info dump; you’ve encountered logical fallacies when arguing with friends and family – now we want you to share them with AirTalk; and more.Eric Garcetti was overwhelmingly reelected as mayor – we talk to him about his win and what’s next for LA; WikiLeaks released information about the CIA’s strategies for hacking personal devices – we discuss the implications of the info dump; you’ve encountered logical fallacies when arguing with friends and family – now we want you to share them with AirTalk; and more. -
Listen 1:33:30House Republicans have finally revealed their legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act - we dive into the "American Health Care Act;" we check in with Metro CEO Phil Washington on the latest measures and changes; Wendy's is replacing workers with self-serving kiosks - pros and cons?; and more.House Republicans have finally revealed their legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act - we dive into the "American Health Care Act;" we check in with Metro CEO Phil Washington on the latest measures and changes; Wendy's is replacing workers with self-serving kiosks - pros and cons?; and more. -
President Trump just signed a new executive order regarding immigration – will this version of the travel ban withstand legal challenge?; what’s the future of the CA high-speed rail after Trump’s blocked key funding?; plus, we look at the history of sleep and insomnia. -
Listen 1:35:21Attorney General Jeff Sessions recused himself yesterday - but some are calling for the use of a special prosecutor; Trump signaled he might shift to merit-based immigration - how that would be reflected in an executive order; plus Larry and KPCC critics review the week's latest films, including "Logan" and "Before I Fall," as well as the best social thrillers. TGI-FilmWeek!Attorney General Jeff Sessions recused himself yesterday - but some are calling for the use of a special prosecutor; Trump signaled he might shift to merit-based immigration - how that would be reflected in an executive order; plus Larry and KPCC critics review the week's latest films, including "Logan" and "Before I Fall," as well as the best social thrillers. TGI-FilmWeek! -
We bring you the latest on Attorney General Jeff Sessions' Russia allegations; plus, AirTalk's voter cram session is here to prep you on L.A.'s March 7 primary and May 16 general election, including a deep dive on Measure S and Measure H. -
Listen 1:35:22It wasn't a "State of the Union," but a joint Congress heard President Trump's address Tuesday night - we recap and breakdown the highlights; Mitchell Schwartz is LA Mayor Eric Garcetti's biggest contender for the upcoming election - what is his vision for LA and how would he accomplish it?; you can teach your kids to be financially savvy, even if you're not; and more.It wasn't a "State of the Union," but a joint Congress heard President Trump's address Tuesday night - we recap and breakdown the highlights; Mitchell Schwartz is LA Mayor Eric Garcetti's biggest contender for the upcoming election - what is his vision for LA and how would he accomplish it?; you can teach your kids to be financially savvy, even if you're not; and more. -
Listen 1:34:36President Trump will address his first joint session of Congress tonight; LA Mayor Eric Garcetti is campaigning for reelection - what has his tenure achieved for Angelenos so far? He stops by AirTalk's studio; we check in with Sheriff McDonnell on the latest issues LASD is tackling, including Metro's new security plan; and more.President Trump will address his first joint session of Congress tonight; LA Mayor Eric Garcetti is campaigning for reelection - what has his tenure achieved for Angelenos so far? He stops by AirTalk's studio; we check in with Sheriff McDonnell on the latest issues LASD is tackling, including Metro's new security plan; and more. -
We update you on the latest in politics, including the new head of the DNC and the upcoming State of the Union; last week, Trump blasted the media's use of anonymous sources - we debate the ethics of the practice; what were your reactions to the 2017 Oscars?; and more. -
Press Secretary Sean Spicer said Trump would not follow Obama’s permissive approach to marijuana, alarming the pot industry – we look at what that means for CA; plus, our annual Oscar preview ahead of Sunday’s award show. TGI-FilmWeek!
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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