Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we discuss why the RMS Queen Mary is in danger of capsizing; review the latest movie releases with our KPCC film critics; and more.
COVID-19 AMA: State Panel Recommends Ditching Workplace Mask Rules If Workers Are Vaccinated
In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with UC Irvine’s Dr. Shruti Gohil.
Topics today include:
Cal/OSHA hears hours of public comment, ultimately votes
CDC report says new increases in teen hospitalization rates underscore need for vaccination
When do COVID-19 vaccines expire?
Plus, we want to hear from you -- what do you think of Cal/OSHA’s recommendation yesterday? How would you feel about returning to your workplace if it lifted its mask rules? Join our live conversation at 866-893-5722.
Guest:
Shruti Gohil, M.D., professor of medicine and associate medical director for epidemiology and infection prevention at UC Irvine’s School of Medicine
The RMS Queen Mary Is In Danger Of Sinking, We Explore How It Got This Way
After years of mismanagement and neglect, the historic RMS Queen Mary is in danger of sinking.
A longtime tourist attraction, The Queen Mary is now in a state of immediate repair. According to an inspection report from city-hired Elliott Bay Design Group; the ocean liner's drastic problems include a hull that has structural issues, an emergency generator in need of repair and a leaky piping issue. The firm estimated that the ship would need $23 million in urgent repairs. However, some experts have noted that the ship’s issues have been going on for more than 20 years, according to numerous reports by former Queen Mary inspector Edward Pribonic.
The ship has been through numerous voyages in its 85-year span - first as an express service, then a troopship during World War II and eventually a passenger service ocean liner until its permanent dock at Long Beach in 1967.
The City of Long Beach owns the ship, but it leases it out to different operators who are in charge of maintaining the Queen Mary. However, its current operator Eagle Hospitality Trust just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January.
Today on AirTalk, we detail the long history of the RMS Queen Mary’s neglect and learn what the future holds for the ship.
We reached out to Urban Commons, the former operator of the ship, for an interview but they were unable to respond to us prior to the segment. If a response is given, this page will be updated.
Guests:
Kelly Puente, reporter for the Long Beach Post who has been covering this story; she tweets
John Keisler, director of economic development for the city of Long Beach; he tweets
Edward Pribonic, professional engineer who has more than 30 years of experience in the amusement park industry; served as an inspector for the Queen Mary from 1996-2020
FilmWeek: ‘The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It,’ ‘Spirit Untamed,’ ‘Edge Of The World’ And More
Larry Mantle and KPCC film critics Amy Nicholson, Wade Major and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms.
"The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It," in wide release & HBO Max
"Spirit Untamed," in wide release
"Edge Of The World," on VOD (including Google Play & FandangoNow)
"All Light, Everywhere," at The Landmark Theater; Laemmle’s Playhouse 7 (Pasadena) on June 11
"City of Ali," Laemmle’s Virtual Cinema; Laemmle’s NoHo 7 on June 17
"Gully," In Select Theaters including Cinemark 18 and XD (Los Angeles), Cinemark 22 and IMAX (Lancaster); VOD (Youtube & Vudu) June 8
"On The Trail Of Bigfoot: The Journey," VOD (including iTunes, Amazon Prime Video, Vudu & FandangoNOW) June 8
"Undine," Laemmle Theaters (Playhouse 7, Newhall, Town Center 5, Royal, Claremont 5); VOD (including iTunes, Vudu, Google Play)
"Grace And Grit," in select theaters & VOD (including FandangoNow, iTunes, Spectrum on Demand)
"Super Frenchie," In select theaters & VOD (including Google Play, iTunes & FandangoNow)
"Bad Tales," In select theaters; Laemmle Virtual Cinema & Monica Film Center; VOD
"Flashback," VOD (including Vudu, FandangoNow & Spectrum on Demand)
Our FilmWeek critics have been curating personal lists of their favorite TV shows and movies to binge-watch during self-quarantine. You can see recommendations from each of the critics and where you can watch them here.
Guests:
Amy Nicholson, film critic for KPCC, film writer for The New York Times and host of the podcast ‘Unspooled’ and the podcast miniseries “Zoom”; she tweets
Wade Major, film critic for KPCC and CineGods.com
Charles Solomon, film critic for KPCC, Animation Scoop and Animation Magazine
Tribute To Animator Marcell Jankovics, Plus Critics Share Their Streaming Recs
FilmWeek’s animation authority, Charles Solomon, remembers the great Hungarian animator Marcell Jankovics, who died on May 29. He died at the age of 79. Our critics also share some of the things they’ve been busy watching on various streaming platforms and why they recommend listeners check them out.
Guests:
Amy Nicholson, film critic for KPCC, film writer for The New York Times and host of the podcast ‘Unspooled’ and the podcast miniseries “Zoom”; she tweets
Wade Major, film critic for KPCC and CineGods.com
Charles Solomon, film critic for KPCC, Animation Scoop and Animation Magazine