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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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Featured Episode
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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 1:39:20
    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown what’s happening in China amidst massive protests over Covid-19 protocols. Also on the show, the major lawsuit filed by veterans in L.A. against the VA; a dormant volcano erupts after nearly 40 years in Hawaii; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown what’s happening in China amidst massive protests over Covid-19 protocols. Also on the show, the major lawsuit filed by veterans in L.A. against the VA; a dormant volcano erupts after nearly 40 years in Hawaii; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:32
    Today on AirTalk, a local doctor answers your health questions on how to stay safe for the holiday season. Also on the show, TV-Talk; FilmWeek; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, a local doctor answers your health questions on how to stay safe for the holiday season. Also on the show, TV-Talk; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:22
    Today on AirTalk, a new study answers what Angelenos want our new mayor to tackle first. Also on the show, school districts are struggling with teacher retention; World Cup 2022 and the many controversies; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, a new study answers what Angelenos want our new mayor to tackle first. Also on the show, school districts are struggling with teacher retention; World Cup 2022 and the many controversies; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:26
    Today on AirTalk, nearly two weeks and still counting– why aren’t all the election ballots counted yet? Also on the show, the latest on student loan forgiveness; how to avoid chaos preparing your Thanksgiving meal; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, nearly two weeks and still counting– why aren’t all the election ballots counted yet? Also on the show, the latest on student loan forgiveness; how to avoid chaos preparing your Thanksgiving meal; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:20
    Today on AirTalk, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is stepping down– what changes that will bring. Also on the show, how Elon Musk created his loyal fanbase; FilmWeek; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is stepping down– what changes that will bring. Also on the show, how Elon Musk created his loyal fanbase; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:26
    Today on AirTalk, the latest from the polls— Congresswoman Karen Bass projected to be the first woman mayor of L.A. Also on the show, the next phase in NASA’s moon exploration; TV-Talk; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the latest from the polls— Congresswoman Karen Bass projected to be the first woman mayor of L.A. Also on the show, the next phase in NASA’s moon exploration; TV-Talk; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:19
    Today on AirTalk, third time’s a charm for Trump? What the future of the Republican Party looks like after his Presidential announcement. Also on the show, the season of struggles for L.A. sports teams; checking in with LAPD Chief Michel Moore; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, third time’s a charm for Trump? What the future of the Republican Party looks like after his Presidential announcement. Also on the show, the season of struggles for L.A. sports teams; checking in with LAPD Chief Michel Moore; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:40
    Today on AirTalk, the control of the House might be in the hands of California— we explain. Also on the show, why are more than 40 thousand UC academic workers on strike?; latest in Covid-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the control of the House might be in the hands of California— we explain. Also on the show, why are more than 40 thousand UC academic workers on strike?; latest in Covid-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:38
    Today on AirTalk, as more ballot results come in for both local and national elections, we’re getting a clearer picture on who’s going to be the winner. Also on the show, the latest on the Russian-Ukraine war; President Biden’s meeting Chinese President Xi; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, as more ballot results come in for both local and national elections, we’re getting a clearer picture on who’s going to be the winner. Also on the show, the latest on the Russian-Ukraine war; President Biden’s meeting Chinese President Xi; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:48
    Today on AirTalk, the inflation on solar energy panels on your roof is angering some climate activists. Also on the show, Caltech Seismology Lab celebrates 100 years; FilmWeek; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the inflation on solar energy panels on your roof is angering some climate activists. Also on the show, Caltech Seismology Lab celebrates 100 years; FilmWeek; 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