How another Trump administration may impact California: Education
Among his campaign promises, Trump has vowed to dismantle the Department of Education, stating his intention to shift control of education back to the states. Additionally, he has proposed withholding funding from schools that recognize transgender students and deporting undocumented students. This week, he announced the nomination of Linda McMahon, a billionaire wrestling executive, as secretary of education. McMahon, who has limited experience in education, is described by the President-elect as a strong advocate for parental rights. Can Trump dismantle the Department of Education? What policy changes can the Trump administration set for California? Joining us to discuss is Julie Marsh, professor of education policy at the Rossier School of Education and Matthew Chingos, Vice President, Education Data & Policy at the Urban Institute.
Actor John C. Reilly talks ‘An Almost Christmas Story’ and one-man show ‘Mister Romantic’
In case you missed out during its run earlier this year, John C. Reilly's one-man show "Mister Romantic" is coming to Largo in West Hollywood tonight! While Reilly is probably best known for his roles in comedies like "Step Brothers," "Talladega Nights" and "Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story," he's among the most versatile actors in Hollywood with his background in stage acting and music. Reilly shows off his full suite of acting talents in "Mister Romantic," in which Reilly describes himself as a "Mister Cellophane" character who sings songs about love and falling in love, backed by a crackerjack quartet. In addition to his one-man show, Reilly is also getting into the holiday season as he stars in a new Disney+ short An Almost Christmas Story, which features two original songs performed by Reilly, who also narrates the short in the style of Burl Ives. Today on AirTalk, Reilly joins Austin to talk about the return of Mister Romantic and the debut of An Almost Christmas Story
Mister Romantic is at Largo in West Hollywood tonight, Friday November 22. For tickets and more information, click here. An Almost Christmas Story is available to stream now on Disney+
A transplant Thanksgiving and the memories that come with it
If you’re an American who was born here, your first Thanksgiving memory is likely buried with other baby neurons in your brain, completely forgotten except for the photos of your parents putting a “baby’s first thanksgiving” bib around your neck.
For immigrants like LAist senior editor Suzanne Levy (she came from the U.K.) there really is such a thing as a first Thanksgiving. Suzanne remembers that day many decades ago and she detailed it in an essay titled Why Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. She joins Austin to share her experience and we ask listeners to share as well! Are you a transplant who remembers your first holiday experience? Or maybe one year you had to spend the holiday away from home or family and it led to a particularly memorable experience? Did strangers welcome you in? Were you caught in a snowstorm? Share your stories by calling 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.
With files from LAist. Read Suzanne Levy’s essay here
We give thanks to Thanksgiving's most treasured dessert – the pie
Thanksgiving is a holiday to give thanks. But it is also a day to feast. Turkey, mashed potatoes, yams, cream corn, stuffing. And pie! How can we forget about the pie? Is there any holiday more pie-centric than Thanksgiving? But, prepping a whole Thanksgiving spread can be exhausting and stressful. Luckily, there are many restaurants in L.A. that offer Thanksgiving meals to order so you can feast without the stress. Today on AirTalk, we're joined by Barbara Monderine, owner and baker at The Village Bakery and Cafe in Atwater, where they offer Thanksgiving meals to-go. What makes their Thanksgiving meals different is their hand-made pies made to order even on Thanksgiving day, so you don't have to show up to the family gathering empty-handed.
