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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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Inside a $27M property deal funded by taxpayers now under federal investigation
Today on AirTalk:
- Taxpayer-funded $27M property deal under investigation
- What are your Thanksgiving meal mishaps?
- TV Talk: What to watch
- FilmWeek: What to watch
- Why does everyone love The Big Lebowski?
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Today on AirTalk: $27M property deal funded by taxpayers now under federal investigation, Thanksgiving meal mishaps, TV Talk, FilmWeek, and the Big Lebowski. -
Today on AirTalk: Thanksgiving travel check-in; AI and the music industry; 2025 resolutions; Forestry Service check-in; MAGA accounts overseas; and how to talk politics at Thanksgiving.
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Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we discuss the impact of virtual education on students; chat with Sérgio Mendes on his return to the Hollywood Bowl; and more. -
Listen 1:42:38Today on AirTalk, we break down the passing of the U.S. Senate's $1.2 Billion infrastructure bill. Also on the show, we discuss how the delta variant may affect classrooms and what schools are doing to keep kids safe; discuss the importance of diversity in children's books; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the passing of the U.S. Senate's $1.2 Billion infrastructure bill. Also on the show, we discuss how the delta variant may affect classrooms and what schools are doing to keep kids safe; discuss the importance of diversity in children's books; and more. -
Listen 1:42:48Today on AirTalk, we discuss the shortage of firefighters during the Dixie fire and offer the latest updates on its damage. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the Queen Mary now that the city of Long Beach has full control over the ship; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss the shortage of firefighters during the Dixie fire and offer the latest updates on its damage. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the Queen Mary now that the city of Long Beach has full control over the ship; and more. -
Listen 1:42:29Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest climate assessment report compiled by the United Nations. Also on the show, we talk about the return to in-person learning; sit down with new Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida to talk about his vision for the paper; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest climate assessment report compiled by the United Nations. Also on the show, we talk about the return to in-person learning; sit down with new Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida to talk about his vision for the paper; and more. -
Listen 1:41:57Today on AirTalk, we hear reactions from businesses about an LA city motion that would require vaccine proof at indoor public spaces. Also on the show, we analyze Apple's move to scan iPhones for child abuse imagery; review the newest movie releases with out KPCC film critics; and more.Today on AirTalk, we hear reactions from businesses about an LA city motion that would require vaccine proof at indoor public spaces. Also on the show, we analyze Apple's move to scan iPhones for child abuse imagery; review the newest movie releases with out KPCC film critics; and more. -
Listen 1:42:32Today on AirTalk, we talk about yesterday's recall debate and what it means for California politics as we inch closer to the September 14th recall. Also on the show, we discuss the latest report on the LAPD's handling of the Echo Park encampment sweep; answer your COVID-19 questions; and more.Today on AirTalk, we talk about yesterday's recall debate and what it means for California politics as we inch closer to the September 14th recall. Also on the show, we discuss the latest report on the LAPD's handling of the Echo Park encampment sweep; answer your COVID-19 questions; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we have a one-on-one interview with Congressman Adam Schiff; learn of the history of C-Sections and the impact the procedure has on mental health; and more. -
Listen 1:42:39Today on AirTalk, we break down the water quality issues that have arisen in the Hyperion Water Treatment Plant. Also on the show; we discuss the approval of a proposed tamal cart for Los Angeles County street vendors; we hear about your favorite California-related songs; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the water quality issues that have arisen in the Hyperion Water Treatment Plant. Also on the show; we discuss the approval of a proposed tamal cart for Los Angeles County street vendors; we hear about your favorite California-related songs; and more. -
Listen 1:42:38Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest on the end of the federal eviction moratorium and discuss how it may affect Californians and Angelenos. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; we discuss the city of Los Angeles' plans for redrawing its districts' boundaries; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest on the end of the federal eviction moratorium and discuss how it may affect Californians and Angelenos. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; we discuss the city of Los Angeles' plans for redrawing its districts' boundaries; and more. -
Today on AirTalk we discuss the future of the Crenshaw Mall following its bidding war. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; breakdown Scarlett Johansson's lawsuit against Disney; 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