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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, 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.
    Back On Campus: A Look At How Students Are Doing In Their First Semester Back For In-Person Learning
    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.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at what's next for the public spaces that once housed statues of Father Junipero Serra. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; the first planet outside our galaxy has potentially been found; and more.
    A Year After Statues Of Junipero Serra Were Toppled, What Should Be Done With The Monuments And Public Places They Occupied?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at what's next for the public spaces that once housed statues of Father Junipero Serra. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; the first planet outside our galaxy has potentially been found; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we talk about USC awarding posthumous degrees to incarcerated Japanese American Students. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at fusion restaurants around LA; and more.
    USC To Award Posthumous Degrees To Incarcerated Japanese American Students
    Today on AirTalk, we talk about USC awarding posthumous degrees to incarcerated Japanese American Students. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at fusion restaurants around LA; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown all the best Halloween attractions this side of the Grapevine. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; how safety protocols fell through on the set of 'Rust'; and more.
    Pandemic Halloween 2021: We Talk The Best Halloween Attractions SoCal Has To Offer
    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown all the best Halloween attractions this side of the Grapevine. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; how safety protocols fell through on the set of 'Rust'; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, the Triple Play reconvenes to discuss the Dodger's 11-2 victory against the Braves in Game 5 of the NLCS. Also on the show, we go over the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Triple Play: Backs To The Wall, Dodgers Send NLCS Back To Atlanta With 11-2 Drubbing Of Braves
    Today on AirTalk, the Triple Play reconvenes to discuss the Dodger's 11-2 victory against the Braves in Game 5 of the NLCS. Also on the show, we go over the latest on COVID-19; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the potential outcomes and alternatives of a plan to expand the LA Zoo. Also on the show, we break down the harassment women at the LAFD say they endure; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    As LA Zoo Plans Controversial Expansion, We Discuss Potential Outcomes And Alternatives
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the potential outcomes and alternatives of a plan to expand the LA Zoo. Also on the show, we break down the harassment women at the LAFD say they endure; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the L.A. City Council's vote to suspend Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas and its potential impact on his district. Also on the show, we explore the superstitions of baseball; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    City Council Votes On Mark Ridley-Thomas Suspension, And What The Move Could Mean For The Councilman’s District
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the L.A. City Council's vote to suspend Councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas and its potential impact on his district. Also on the show, we explore the superstitions of baseball; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
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    Today on Airtalk, we take a look at a class-action complaint against California's independent study framework. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; the Triple Play convenes to discuss the Dodger's lackluster NLCS performance; and more.
    Class-Action Complaint Against CA’s Independent Study Framework Argues Special Ed Students Are Left Out
    Today on Airtalk, we take a look at a class-action complaint against California's independent study framework. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; the Triple Play convenes to discuss the Dodger's lackluster NLCS performance; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we ask listeners to share their thoughts on former joint chiefs chairman Colin Powell, who died Monday of COVID-19 complications. Also on the show, we discuss the latest on the pandemic; how telemetrics could determine auto insurance rates; and more.
    Former Joint Chiefs Chairman Colin Powell Dies Of COVID-19 Complications
    Today on AirTalk, we ask listeners to share their thoughts on former joint chiefs chairman Colin Powell, who died Monday of COVID-19 complications. Also on the show, we discuss the latest on the pandemic; how telemetrics could determine auto insurance rates; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, the Triple Play is back to discuss the Dodgers' victory over the Giants in the NLDS. Also on the show, we go over the latest in COVID-19 news; review the newest movie releases with our KPCC critics.
    Triple Play: Dodgers Beat Out Giants 2-1 In NLDS Game 5, Advance To NLCS
    Today on AirTalk, the Triple Play is back to discuss the Dodgers' victory over the Giants in the NLDS. Also on the show, we go over the latest in COVID-19 news; review the newest movie releases with our KPCC critics.
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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