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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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Latest Episode

Today on AirTalk, CA passes SB79; Triple Play; New book explores Rodney King beating; Check in on fire recovery efforts; CA nursing shortages and HAMMER Museum's latest exhibition.
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    About the Show

    Join Larry Mantle Monday-Thursday 9-11am and Austin Cross on Fridays on LAist's lively discussion program. Airs on 89.3 FM and streaming on LAist.com and the LAist app.

    Meet the AirTalk team

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    Previous Episodes
    • Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Department of Justice’s sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment. Also on the show, why a well known vegan restaurant is introducing meat to its menu; Rick Steves gives us the 411 on summer travel tips; we preview LAist’s newest podcast ‘Inheriting;’ our TV critics review the latest shows on tv and streaming; and more.
      Listen 1:37:08
    • Today on AirTalk, we look into how the recent campus protests are affecting alumni and donor relations. Also on the show, we dig into the future of cannabis cafes in California; we look into why fewer men are enrolling in college; former Assemblymember Mike Gatto drops by to discuss his new book ‘Noir By Necessity;’ and more.
      Listen 1:39:31
    • Today on AirTalk, we dig into a new LAist analysis that has found that since 2017, 31% of people shot at by police were perceived by LAPD officers at the scene to be struggling with mental illness. Also on the show, everything you need to know about ultra-processed foods; a look into how the California Supreme Court might decide on Prop 22; and more.
      Listen 1:39:24
    • Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. Also on the show, we explore a new study that found humans prefer AI answers to moral questions; we dive into the history of the Santa Monica Pier; we examine the downsides and upsides of art repatriation; and more.
      Listen 1:40:58
    • Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about Friday morning’s high-speed car chase that ended abruptly and violently on the 405. Also on the show, we finish our week-long series on neurodiversity, today focusing on how to navigate challenges in relationships; we dig into listeners’ favorite ice cream spots with Pasadena’s Kinrose Creamery; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; we remember filmmaker Roger Corman with director Alex Stapleton and film critic Wade Major; and more.
      Listen 1:39:19
    • Today on AirTalk, we look into why UC workers authorized a strike over campus protests and get the latest on Wednesday’s UCI student encampment clear-out. Also on the show, we check in on LA restaurants and why so many are currently struggling; we continue our week-long series on neurodiversity, today looking at neurodiversity and mental health challenges; our TV critics review the latest in streaming and TV; and more.
      Listen 1:39:14
    • Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about LA City Council’s approval of a package of ethics reforms designed to fight corruption. Also on the show, we examine California Highway Patrol’s reaction to the UCLA student protests; we continue our week-long series on neurodiversity, today looking at neurodiversity in the workplace; and more.
      Listen 1:39:28
    • Today on AirTalk, we look into how a long-standing environmental law has affected California housing projects. Also on the show, we examine some of the risks associated with taking supplements; we continue our conversation on neurodiversity, looking into the history of diagnosis; AirTalk listeners who are expats and transplants share what they love about SoCal; and more.
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    • Today on AirTalk, we remember longtime KTLA entertainment reporter Sam Rubin and his impact on the greater Los Angeles community. Also on the show, we begin our weeklong conversation on neurodiversity in adults; we dive into a new LAist guide on the dos and don’ts of recycling in Los Angeles; we look at the historical context behind the beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar; and more.
      Listen 1:39:15
    • Today on AirTalk, we dig into a new report from College Futures Foundation that examined how long it took California college students to receive a return on their academic investment. Also on the show, we explore the phenomena of children who claim to recall their past lives; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews the author of a new book that uncovers the creative and comedic spirit behind the iconic film ‘The Blues Brothers;’ and more.
      Listen 1:39:08

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    Host, AirTalk
    Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
    Senior Producer, AirTalk with Larry Mantle
    Producer, AirTalk with Larry Mantle
    Producer, AirTalk with Larry Mantle
    Associate Producer, AirTalk & FilmWeek
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    Apprentice News Clerk, FilmWeek