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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 1:35:05
    Today on AirTalk we'll take a look at a San Bernardino County's plan to invoke eminent domain to address the housing bust, talk to our trio of journalists to find out what's happening in Orange County, give you some tips for staying healthy in the summer sun, weigh the pros and cons of Steve Nash coming to the Lakers, and discuss ways to have a successful life without completing college.
    Today on AirTalk we'll take a look at a San Bernardino County's plan to invoke eminent domain to address the housing bust, talk to our trio of journalists to find out what's happening in Orange County, give you some tips for staying healthy in the summer sun, weigh the pros and cons of Steve Nash coming to the Lakers, and discuss ways to have a successful life without completing college.
  • Listen 1:43:13
    Happy Fourth of July from AirTalk. Today, we'll see how the automobile is intrinsically tied to the American Dream, explore the world of Young Adult dystopian literature, figure out if women can really "have it all," and sit down with the creators of the innovative play "War Horse."
    Happy Fourth of July from AirTalk. Today, we'll see how the automobile is intrinsically tied to the American Dream, explore the world of Young Adult dystopian literature, figure out if women can really "have it all," and sit down with the creators of the innovative play "War Horse."
  • Listen 1:32:56
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss the new homeowner's bill of rights and what that means for L.A., a preview of the swimmers for Team U.S.A. in this year's Summer Olympics, what 'too big to fail' means for the big banks today, it's summertime at the Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena and what does Patriotism mean to you?
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss the new homeowner's bill of rights and what that means for L.A., a preview of the swimmers for Team U.S.A. in this year's Summer Olympics, what 'too big to fail' means for the big banks today, it's summertime at the Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena and what does Patriotism mean to you?
  • Listen 1:33:35
    Today on Airtalk we'll discuss the LAPD roundup, senior sexuality in nursing facilities, Senator Mark Leno's bill to allow people to have more than two legal parents, the results of the Mexican presidential election, and David Maraniss' new biography "Barack Obama: The Story."
    Today on Airtalk we'll discuss the LAPD roundup, senior sexuality in nursing facilities, Senator Mark Leno's bill to allow people to have more than two legal parents, the results of the Mexican presidential election, and David Maraniss' new biography "Barack Obama: The Story."
  • Listen 47:38
    Today on AirTalk we'll be discussing the political motivations behind the NRA versus AG Eric Holder, in Houston officials have voted to impose a five dollar tax on strip-club patrons to help fund rape case investigations, President Obama visits Colorado while the state deals with its largest forest fires in its history, TGI Filmweek with Larry and the critics and the 100 greatest cars of film and television with Scott Oldham of Edmunds.com.
    Today on AirTalk we'll be discussing the political motivations behind the NRA versus AG Eric Holder, in Houston officials have voted to impose a five dollar tax on strip-club patrons to help fund rape case investigations, President Obama visits Colorado while the state deals with its largest forest fires in its history, TGI Filmweek with Larry and the critics and the 100 greatest cars of film and television with Scott Oldham of Edmunds.com.
  • Listen 1:34:34
    On today's AirTalk, we'll take a closer look at the Supreme Court's decision to uphold most of the Affordable Care Act and its effects in California and the U.S. in general.
    On today's AirTalk, we'll take a closer look at the Supreme Court's decision to uphold most of the Affordable Care Act and its effects in California and the U.S. in general.
  • Listen 1:35:01
    Today on AirTalk, we'll be discussing the Stockton bankruptcy, the upcoming film "The Citizen" about a Lebanese immigrant who arrives in America the day before 9/11, the new four team college football playoff and how the non-profit microlending organization Kiva is planning to help L.A.'s small businesses. We'll also talk to Henry Crumpton, former operations officer in the CIA’s Clandestine Services, about what exactly modern spies do and what role they play in warfare today.
    Today on AirTalk, we'll be discussing the Stockton bankruptcy, the upcoming film "The Citizen" about a Lebanese immigrant who arrives in America the day before 9/11, the new four team college football playoff and how the non-profit microlending organization Kiva is planning to help L.A.'s small businesses. We'll also talk to Henry Crumpton, former operations officer in the CIA’s Clandestine Services, about what exactly modern spies do and what role they play in warfare today.
  • Listen 1:35:00
    Today on AirTalk we look at Governor Brown's budget deal and its effect on tuition, discuss the sale of the Forum in Inglewood, debate the merits of regulating internet phone service, ask if it's possible for women to "have it all," and invite artists working on the play "War Horse" to talk about their craft.
    Today on AirTalk we look at Governor Brown's budget deal and its effect on tuition, discuss the sale of the Forum in Inglewood, debate the merits of regulating internet phone service, ask if it's possible for women to "have it all," and invite artists working on the play "War Horse" to talk about their craft.
  • Listen 1:34:27
    On today's show we'll take a look at the Supreme Court's newest rulings, Mexico's upcoming presidential election and its effects on the U.S., and boss-less companies.
    On today's show we'll take a look at the Supreme Court's newest rulings, Mexico's upcoming presidential election and its effects on the U.S., and boss-less companies.
  • Listen 1:33:17
    Today on AirTalk we'll look at Gov. Jerry Brown's new CA budget plan, what happens when bullying goes too far, TGIFilmweek and a look at the movie One Day on Earth with director Kyle Ruddick. Plus, the latest news.
    Today on AirTalk we'll look at Gov. Jerry Brown's new CA budget plan, what happens when bullying goes too far, TGIFilmweek and a look at the movie One Day on Earth with director Kyle Ruddick. Plus, the latest news.

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