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Today on AirTalk, Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Also on the show, we dig into what exactly a Vice President does; we get a behind-the-scenes peek at how ‘The Simpsons’ became so good at predicting the future; we explore how false rumors ignited a weekend of violence in the UK; we check-in with the California legislature as they head back into session; and more.Listen • 1:39:35 -
Today on AirTalk, what the latest from Wall Street tells us about the possibility of a recession. Also on the show, we look into why U.S. based generic drug manufacturers are struggling to survive; we dive into the history of Southern California’s freeway system and its impact on Los Angeles; what’s behind tech companies scraping subtitles from hundreds of thousands of Youtube videos; listeners tell us about their first cars; and more.Listen • 1:39:56 -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss rent increases in Los Angeles and the current issues facing the infamous Cecil Hotel. Also on the show, we speak with an anger management expert on how to deal with road rage; we talk Yakitori with the owner and chef behind the pop-up Yakitori Cartel; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Austin Cross chats with director Richard Papiatt and the Belfast rap trio Kneecap on their new fictionalized biopic ‘Kneecap;’ and more.Listen • 1:39:12 -
Today on AirTalk, US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been released from Russian custody in what is being called one of the largest prisoner exchanges between Russia and the West. Also on the show, we explore the history of political campaign songs and how they affect a candidate's brand; we dive into the history of soap operas; listeners share how homelessness has changed since Mayor Karen Bass took office; the commander of the Mars simulation mission on their one-year mission; our TV critics review the latest releases; and more.Listen • 1:40:34 -
Today on AirTalk, Disneyland workers have avoided a strike after agreeing to a new deal that will increase wages by 31% and improve sick leave. Also on the show, we check in on the state of the video game industry; we explore the legal gray area of deepfakes and how to safely regulate the technology; we discuss how Vice President Kamala Harris is rebranding herself in her presidential campaign; we check-in with Los Angeles restaurants and get their thoughts on the Al Fresco ordinance extension; and more.Listen • 1:42:13 -
Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the wildfires affecting California communities. Also on the show, we look at how President Biden might utilize his remaining months in office; we explore how technology can be used to help solve Los Angeles’s homeless crisis; directors Pete and Rebecca Davis talk about their new documentary ‘Join or Die;’ why NASA beamed a Missy Elliot song to Venus; and more.Listen • 1:35:34 -
Today on AirTalk, President Biden unveiled a sweeping proposal on Monday to reform the U.S. Supreme Court, calling for term limits, an enforceable code of ethics, and a limitation on presidential immunity. Also on the show, we look at a new study that examines Gen Z’s cannabis consumption; we explore the history of black women in American politics; we get the latest on HIV/AIDS research; listeners share their favorite Southern California bakeries; and more.Listen • 1:38:49 -
Today on AirTalk, the latest on the 2024 Paris Olympics. Also on the show, listeners share their favorite Olympic memories; we get a taste of Los Angeles breakfast burritos with the co-owners of Cofax Coffee; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle interviews writer-director Sean Wang and actor Izaac Wang on their new film ‘Dìdi (弟弟);’ and more.Listen • 1:39:13 -
Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a sweeping executive order on Thursday that will direct California state officials to dismantle thousands of homeless encampments on state property. Also on the show, we say farewell to retiring LAist hosts Susanne Whatley and Nick Roman; new book ‘California Eden’ maps out California’s horticultural heritage; we explore a new CalMatters investigation that reveals a lack of oversight at California homeless shelters; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Listen • 1:42:48 -
Today on AirTalk, the latest on Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential candidacy and President Biden’s upcoming Oval Office address. Also on the show, we preview the latest season of Imperfect Paradise from LAist Studios; LA County Sheriff Robert Luna stops by to update us on the developments in his department; we examine why the personal check is dying; and more.Listen • 1:40:18
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