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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: Netflix walks away from Warner Bros deal; Does legal sports betting cost us? Food Friday: Natas Pastries; FilmWeek; and a new documentary on Billy Preston
    Today on AirTalk: Netflix walks away from Warner Bros deal; Does legal sports betting cost us? Food Friday: Natas Pastries; FilmWeek; and a new documentary on Billy Preston

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  • Listen 1:42:44
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the approved redistricting map draft for new city council district boundaries in LA. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at Latino college attendance and graduation rates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the approved redistricting map draft for new city council district boundaries in LA. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at Latino college attendance and graduation rates; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the potential impact the massive infrastructure bill approved by congress will have on California. Also on the show, what we know (and don't) about long COVID-19; Griffith Park turns 125; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the potential impact the massive infrastructure bill approved by congress will have on California. Also on the show, what we know (and don't) about long COVID-19; Griffith Park turns 125; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:47
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the budding marijuana industry in California, and the new issues legalization has caused. Also on the show, new use of force guidelines for security guards; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the budding marijuana industry in California, and the new issues legalization has caused. Also on the show, new use of force guidelines for security guards; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:41:05
    Today on AirTalk, we wrap our week of climate change coverage by discussing the impact it has on people's mental health. Also on the show, we bring you the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we wrap our week of climate change coverage by discussing the impact it has on people's mental health. Also on the show, we bring you the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:43
    Today on AirTalk, we check in on the U.N. climate summit and if progress is being made. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; post-high school options for new graduates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we check in on the U.N. climate summit and if progress is being made. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; post-high school options for new graduates; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:26
    Today on AirTalk, we speak with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about the climate crises facing the city. Also on the show, we look at how the extreme heat affects vulnerable Californians; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we speak with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about the climate crises facing the city. Also on the show, we look at how the extreme heat affects vulnerable Californians; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:41
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss how rising sea levels will affect California, as well as potential solutions. Also on the show, a look at lagging Latino representation in TV; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss how rising sea levels will affect California, as well as potential solutions. Also on the show, a look at lagging Latino representation in TV; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:51
    Today on AirTalk, we look at California's seemingly unending drought, and what could be next in the state's response. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; how LA will be affected by climate change; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at California's seemingly unending drought, and what could be next in the state's response. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; how LA will be affected by climate change; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we speak with Dia de los Muertos event organizers about this year's happenings. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a primer for KPCC's "Spooked" marathon; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we speak with Dia de los Muertos event organizers about this year's happenings. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a primer for KPCC's "Spooked" marathon; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at how students are faring in their first semester back on campus. Also on the show, we ask listeners about their Halloween plans; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how students are faring in their first semester back on campus. Also on the show, we ask listeners about their Halloween plans; the latest on COVID-19; 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