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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: $27M property deal funded by taxpayers now under federal investigation, Thanksgiving meal mishaps, TV Talk, FilmWeek, and the Big Lebowski.
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, we discuss the recent anti-camping ordinance passed by the city council. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; breakdown what exactly is climate insurance.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the recent anti-camping ordinance passed by the city council. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; breakdown what exactly is climate insurance.
  • Listen 1:42:39
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest post surrounding governor Gavin Newsom's recall election. Also on the show, we break down the city of Los Angeles requiring employees to provide vaccination proof; talk to Dodgers broadcaster Tim Neverett on his new book "Covid Curveball;" and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest post surrounding governor Gavin Newsom's recall election. Also on the show, we break down the city of Los Angeles requiring employees to provide vaccination proof; talk to Dodgers broadcaster Tim Neverett on his new book "Covid Curveball;" and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, Larry speaks with congressman Adam Schiff about the latest surrounding the January 6 commission. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss the future of fashion as folks go back to their workplaces; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, Larry speaks with congressman Adam Schiff about the latest surrounding the January 6 commission. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss the future of fashion as folks go back to their workplaces; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:42
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest COVID-1`9 news and answer your questions. Also on the show, we discuss the environmental impacts of electric vehicles and the mining for its battery components; speak to Congressman Adam Schiff about the January 6 commission; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest COVID-1`9 news and answer your questions. Also on the show, we discuss the environmental impacts of electric vehicles and the mining for its battery components; speak to Congressman Adam Schiff about the January 6 commission; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:02
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest Olympics news and what SoCal athletes to look out for. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss what benefits (if any) there are in giving tax credits to film and TV studios; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest Olympics news and what SoCal athletes to look out for. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss what benefits (if any) there are in giving tax credits to film and TV studios; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:42
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the process of recycling wastewater and the science behind it. Also on the show, answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the latest news surrounding the capitol insurrection investigation and cases; & more.
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the process of recycling wastewater and the science behind it. Also on the show, answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the latest news surrounding the capitol insurrection investigation and cases; & more.
  • Listen 1:42:42
    Today on AirTalk, we answer your COVID-19 questions and update you on the latest. Also on the show, we discuss the recent trends of retail theft; the latest rules for Olympic athletes that choose to protest; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we answer your COVID-19 questions and update you on the latest. Also on the show, we discuss the recent trends of retail theft; the latest rules for Olympic athletes that choose to protest; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:49
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news and answer your questions. Also on the show, we discuss the future of DACA recipients following a recent District judge ruling; update you on the latest surrounding LAPD's botched firework detonation; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news and answer your questions. Also on the show, we discuss the future of DACA recipients following a recent District judge ruling; update you on the latest surrounding LAPD's botched firework detonation; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:35
    Today on AirTalk, Larry sits down with Eric Garcetti about his tenure as Los Angeles mayor. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss the likelihood and science behind the four-day work week; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, Larry sits down with Eric Garcetti about his tenure as Los Angeles mayor. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss the likelihood and science behind the four-day work week; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show; we analyze LA County's blind removal pilot program; break down the history and future of Southern California's swimming pools; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show; we analyze LA County's blind removal pilot program; break down the history and future of Southern California's swimming pools; 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