Border Crossings Of Migrant Families Increased In August—We Breakdown The Numbers
The Washington Post reported on some preliminary data from the U.S. Border Patrol, which found that at least 91,000 migrants crossed the border illegally in the month of August, a record-high. This follows a year where the Biden Administration dealt with the end of Title 42 immigration policy restrictions, with its expiration in May being related to an easing of COVID-era public health restrictions. So is this increase a result of the limited immigration of years prior and/or are other factors involved?
Today on AirTalk, we dig into these numbers with Washington Post immigration reporter Nick Miroff, who was one of the folks’ breaking the latest news.
The Age Of Avoidance
It seems like everyone is anxious about something these days, but according to a piece in the Washington Post by Luana Marques, there’s a psychological habit that may be making our anxiety worse: avoidance. As Marques puts it, “If our actions aim to squash discomfort hastily, then we’re probably avoiding.” Avoiding what makes us anxious may work in the short term, but it’s a recipe for more anxiety down the road. What does avoidance look like? What is its relationship with anxiety? And what are some strategies folks can use to avoid avoidance? Joining us to talk it through is Luana Marques, associate professor of psychology at Harvard Medical School and author of “Bold Move: A 3-Step Plan to Transform Anxiety into Power.”
Food Friday: What’s Your Favorite BBQ Spot In SoCal?
There’s no disputing that Los Angeles is a great food town. But is it a great barbecue town? A new generation of SoCal smokers are putting their stamp on ribs, slaw, and tender, juicy brisket. One of those upstarts is Winnie Yee-Lakhani, who has been crafting her unique style of barbecue since the pandemic. Known for her smoked whole brisket and pork belly char siu, Yee-Lakhani melds traditional barbecue style with influences from her Chinese and Malaysian heritage. We’ll be tasting her brisket in-studio. Joining us to talk all things ‘cue is Winnie Yee-Lakhani, owner and chef at Smoke Queen BBQ in Orange County.
FilmWeek: ‘The Equalizer 3,’ ‘Fremont,’ ‘The Good Mother,’ ‘King Coal’ And More
Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Wade Major and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms.
- “The Equalizer 3” Wide Release
- “Fremont” Laemmle Glendale & Landmark Nuart Theater [West LA]
- “Our Father, The Devil” Laemmle Royal [West LA]
- “The Good Mother” In Select Theaters
- “Scout’s Honor: The Secret Files Of The Boy Scouts Of America” Streaming on Netflix September 6
- “Before, Now & Then” Laemmle Royal [West LA]
- “A Day And A Half” Streaming on Netflix
- “King Coal” Laemmle Glendale
- “Goldfish” Laemmle Town Center [Encino]
FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle’s Interview With Actress Nancy Olson Livingston
Sunset Boulevard was released in 1950 and has remained one of old Hollywood’s classics. A staple of the noir genre, the film portrays the dark and often obsessive side of fame. Legendary actress Nancy Olson Livingston earned an Academy Award Nomination for her role as Betty Schaefer in Sunset Boulevard, only her second film role at the time. Now, more than 70 years later, Livingston revisits her time as a prominent star in Hollywood’s golden years in her new memoir “A Front Row Seat: An Intimate Look at Broadway, Hollywood and the Age of Glamour.” Today on FilmWeek, Larry Mantle speaks with Academy-award nominated actress, Nancy Olson Livingston, about the legacy of Sunset Boulevard and her long-standing career amongst some of the most iconic American film stars.
