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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: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.
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Recent Episodes
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Today on AirTalk: LA28; Microplastics; The hidden power of heat; The latest on the Artemis launch; Video game adaptations; and TV Talk. -
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Today on AirTalk, the vote on a new housing ordinance in Huntington Beach. What is it and what to expect. Also on the show, the latest on former L.A. politician Mark Ridley-Thomas’ trial; the rise in colon cancer among young people; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, the Biden administration might be resurrecting a controversial immigration order. What does this mean for our border? Also on the show, the underlying racism in water rights; why break-up songs are such bops; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, illegal casino operations are everywhere L.A. Why you don’t see or know about them. Also on the show, how U.S sanctions are actually affecting Russia’s economy; how to extend your friendship with your work spouse?; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, the new bill implementing even more restrictions on TikTok. Also on the show, how mass layoffs are affecting diversity in companies; why are students not majoring in English anymore?; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, how religious is the younger generation? We find out. Also on the show, the benefits and challenges of ‘buying American.’; FilmWeek; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, should LAPD limit taking non-emergency 911 calls? We explain. Also on the show, what to expect in the next SoCal storm; Tv-Talk; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we explain the new theory on covid virus origins and check in with a local doctor on the latest pandemic updates. Also on the show, how fast can car companies transition to EV?; why is hemp so popular? ; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, the latest update on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness. Also on the show, how residents of San Bernardino County are surviving the storm; the truth about coding bootcamps; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, the impact and recovery of California’s record snow and rain with even more on the way. Also on the show, how should city council re-tackle redistricting?; the latest on LAUSD’s database breach; and more. -
Bay Area Congresswoman Barbara Lee On Why She’s Entering The Race For Dianne Feinstein’s Senate SeatToday on AirTalk, Congresswoman Barbara Lee speaks on her plans running for Senate. Also on the show, an in-depth look at a year into the Ukraine-Russia war; FilmWeek; and more.
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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