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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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    Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.
    Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.

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  • Listen 1:36:58
    AirTalk discusses the major cases that Supreme Court watchers are keeping an eye on this term and how being down a justice might impact how the court rules in certain cases. We also examine a new UC study on SAT and ACT tests; take a look at what the reworked NAFTA deal means for California; and more.
    AirTalk discusses the major cases that Supreme Court watchers are keeping an eye on this term and how being down a justice might impact how the court rules in certain cases. We also examine a new UC study on SAT and ACT tests; take a look at what the reworked NAFTA deal means for California; and more.
  • Listen 1:36:50
    AirTalk recaps the headlines in national political news you might’ve missed over the weekend, plus we’ll tell you what to watch for this week. We also examine the implications of California's net neutrality law; discuss a new study that says millennials are causing the divorce rate in the U.S. to drop; and more.
    AirTalk recaps the headlines in national political news you might’ve missed over the weekend, plus we’ll tell you what to watch for this week. We also examine the implications of California's net neutrality law; discuss a new study that says millennials are causing the divorce rate in the U.S. to drop; and more.
  • Listen 1:45:29
    AirTalk recaps the testimonies from yesterday and covers the Judiciary Committee vote live.
    AirTalk recaps the testimonies from yesterday and covers the Judiciary Committee vote live.
  • AirTalk is carrying the live broadcast of the Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford hearing in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
  • Listen 1:37:07
    Twelve propositions have earned a spot on the November ballot, where Californians will consider a host of changes. We also discuss a third accusation against Kavanaugh; examine the newly created CA Office of Election Cybersecurity; and more.
    Twelve propositions have earned a spot on the November ballot, where Californians will consider a host of changes. We also discuss a third accusation against Kavanaugh; examine the newly created CA Office of Election Cybersecurity; and more.
  • Listen 1:37:42
    Governor Jerry Brown has until Sunday to decide whether to sign or veto any legislation that remains on his desk from the most recent legislative session. We also examine President Trump's speech to the United Nations; discuss Brett Kavanaugh's interview with Fox News; and more.
    Governor Jerry Brown has until Sunday to decide whether to sign or veto any legislation that remains on his desk from the most recent legislative session. We also examine President Trump's speech to the United Nations; discuss Brett Kavanaugh's interview with Fox News; and more.
  • Listen 1:37:48
    Rod Rosenstein has reportedly resigned as Deputy Attorney General. We examine the impact of his resignation and the potential effect it may have on the Muller investigation. We also discuss the latest developments in Kavanaugh's sexual assault allegations; analyze a new Yale-MIT study; and more.
    Rod Rosenstein has reportedly resigned as Deputy Attorney General. We examine the impact of his resignation and the potential effect it may have on the Muller investigation. We also discuss the latest developments in Kavanaugh's sexual assault allegations; analyze a new Yale-MIT study; and more.
  • Listen 1:36:43
    AirTalk discusses the ongoing negotiations between the Senate Judiciary Committee and Blasey Ford's attorneys. We also examine a new study that investigates the efficacy of educational apps for preschoolers; reflect on #MeToo a year after its launch; and more.
    AirTalk discusses the ongoing negotiations between the Senate Judiciary Committee and Blasey Ford's attorneys. We also examine a new study that investigates the efficacy of educational apps for preschoolers; reflect on #MeToo a year after its launch; and more.
  • Listen 1:36:54
    AirTalk examines the federal government's decision to reopen a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic incident at New Jersey’s Rutgers University. We also check in on Kavanaugh; discuss how candy and snack food companies are targeting international audiences; and more.
    AirTalk examines the federal government's decision to reopen a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic incident at New Jersey’s Rutgers University. We also check in on Kavanaugh; discuss how candy and snack food companies are targeting international audiences; and more.
  • Listen 1:37:27
    Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is facing criticism for overlooking people who might have been homeless for a short period of time. We analyze a new report that re-examines LAHSA's 2017 numbers. We also discuss Kavanaugh's continuing investigation; look into the expansion of CBD and THC-infused drinks; and more.
    Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is facing criticism for overlooking people who might have been homeless for a short period of time. We analyze a new report that re-examines LAHSA's 2017 numbers. We also discuss Kavanaugh's continuing investigation; look into the expansion of CBD and THC-infused drinks; and more.

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