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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
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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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  • NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 11: Workers clean a subway station in Brooklyn as New York City confronts the coronavirus outbreak on March 11, 2020 in New York City. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday evening that he is restricting passenger travel from 26 European nations to the U.S. in an effort to contain the coronavirus which is rapidly spreading throughout the world and America. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest local and national updates on the novel coronavirus. Also on the show, we review how COVID-19 might change the way Americans vote; how the virus could alter the 2020 Census; and more.
    First Coronavirus Death In Los Angeles County Confirmed, Virus Continues To Spread Nationwide
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest local and national updates on the novel coronavirus. Also on the show, we review how COVID-19 might change the way Americans vote; how the virus could alter the 2020 Census; and more.
  • PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 10: Democratic Presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden addresses the media and a small group of supporters with his wife Dr. Jill Biden during a primary night event on March 10, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Six states - Idaho, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Washington, and North Dakota held nominating contests today. (Photo by Mark Makela/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we review the results of yesterday's Democratic primaries. Also on the show, we discuss updates on COVID-19; the Harvey Weinstein sentencing; and more.
    Big Tuesday Primary Results: Joe Biden Comes Out On Top In Michigan And Beyond
    Today on AirTalk, we review the results of yesterday's Democratic primaries. Also on the show, we discuss updates on COVID-19; the Harvey Weinstein sentencing; and more.
  • L.A. city councilmen Mitch Englander and Joe Buscaino got the OK Wednesday to continue studying a proposed $3 billion bond to fix the city's failing streets.
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    Today on AirTalk, we revisit the FBI investigation into the LA City Council as former city councilman Mitch Englander surrendered to agents yesterday. Also on the show, we get an update on the coronavirus in LA County as the first case of community spread is reported; look into whether babies are altruistic; and more.
    Ex-Los Angeles Councilman Indicted In City Hall Corruption Probe
    Today on AirTalk, we revisit the FBI investigation into the LA City Council as former city councilman Mitch Englander surrendered to agents yesterday. Also on the show, we get an update on the coronavirus in LA County as the first case of community spread is reported; look into whether babies are altruistic; and more.
  • KANSAS CITY, MO - MARCH 07: Democratic Presidential Candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks to a full crowd during the Joe Biden Campaign Rally at the National World War I Museum and Memorial on March 7, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Kyle Rivas/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the novel coronavirus outbreak; the cancellation of Woddy Allen's memoir; and more.
    Week In Politics: Harris And Booker Endorse Biden Plus Michigan Preview
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the novel coronavirus outbreak; the cancellation of Woddy Allen's memoir; and more.
  • Vermont Senator Bernie Sander (L) and former Vice President Joe Biden (R) address their supporters at their respective rallies following Super Tuesday's results.
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    Today on AirTalk, a panelist of political experts join Larry for a special live hour to discuss what California’s primary results could mean come November.
    AirTalk Live: A Postprimary Election Conversation
    Today on AirTalk, a panelist of political experts join Larry for a special live hour to discuss what California’s primary results could mean come November.
  • Democratic White House hopeful Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks to her supporters during a campaign rally on the eve of the California Democratic Primary in Monterey Park, east of Los Angeles, California on March 2, 2020. - Left-leaning California has thrust itself back into the heart of the fight for the presidency in 2020, casting a potentially decisive vote March 3 in the Democratic nominee to face Donald Trump. (Photo by Mark RALSTON / AFP) (Photo by MARK RALSTON/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we give the latest in politics as Elizabeth Warren announces she's suspending her presidential campaign. We also give an update on the coronavirus with LA County of Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer; take a closer look at the sex trafficking lawsuits being filed against major hotel chains; and more.
    Politics Latest: Warren Drops, CA Returns And More
    Today on AirTalk, we give the latest in politics as Elizabeth Warren announces she's suspending her presidential campaign. We also give an update on the coronavirus with LA County of Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer; take a closer look at the sex trafficking lawsuits being filed against major hotel chains; and more.
  • ESSEX JUNCTION, VERMONT - MARCH 03: Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) addresses supporters at his Super Tuesday night event on March 03, 2020 in Essex Junction, Vermont. 1,357 Democratic delegates are at stake as voters cast their ballots in 14 states and American Samoa on what is known as Super Tuesday. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Sanders' California win and Biden's national comeback. Also on the show, we check in on voters' experiences at the polls in Los Angeles County; explore how Bloomberg could continue to influence the election; and more.
    Sanders Takes California And The Primaries Start To Look Like A Two-Man Race
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Sanders' California win and Biden's national comeback. Also on the show, we check in on voters' experiences at the polls in Los Angeles County; explore how Bloomberg could continue to influence the election; and more.
  • Residents cast their ballots during the Democratic presidential primary in Beverly Hills, California on Super Tuesday, March 3, 2020. - Thirteen states and American Samoa are holding presidential primary elections, with over 1400 delegates at stake. Americans vote Tuesday in primaries that play a major role in who will challenge Donald Trump for the presidency, a day after key endorsements dramatically boosted Joe Biden's hopes against surging leftist Bernie Sanders. The backing of Biden by three of his ex-rivals marked an unprecedented turn in a fractured, often bitter campaign. (Photo by Mark RALSTON / AFP) (Photo by MARK RALSTON/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we check in on how voters are faring this Super Tuesday in L.A. County and beyond. Also on the show, we discuss a potential drought; a new bill for adult performers; and more.
    Super Tuesday: L.A. County Voters Cast Their Ballots & Encounter Changes At The Polls
    Today on AirTalk, we check in on how voters are faring this Super Tuesday in L.A. County and beyond. Also on the show, we discuss a potential drought; a new bill for adult performers; and more.
  • NORFOLK, VIRGINIA - MARCH 01: Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks during a campaign event at Booker T. Washington High School March 1, 2020 in Norfolk, Virginia. After his major win in South Carolina, Biden continues to campaign for the upcoming Super Tuesday Democratic presidential primaries. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the novel coronavirus spread; discuss new NCAA regulations; and more.
    Week In Politics: Biden’s South Carolina Win, The Winnowing 2020 Field, Coronavirus And More
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the novel coronavirus spread; discuss new NCAA regulations; and more.
  • UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: A voter prepares her ballot during early voting for the California presidential primary election at a new L.A. County ‘Mobile Vote Center’ outside Universal Studios Hollywood on February 27, 2020 in Universal City, California. Los Angeles County and 14 other counties in California have transitioned from traditional polling places to ‘vote centers’ which allow residents the freedom to vote at any voting center in their county. California is one of 14 states participating in the Super Tuesday vote on March 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, KPCC's Libby Denkman joins us to preview Super Tuesday and give an update on the new voting centers as early voting begins. We're also bringing together the Triple Play to discuss takeaways from the MLB's Spring Training season and chat with Larry about being in the middle of all the baseball action.
    The Denkmann Report: Super Tuesday Super Preview
    Today on AirTalk, KPCC's Libby Denkman joins us to preview Super Tuesday and give an update on the new voting centers as early voting begins. We're also bringing together the Triple Play to discuss takeaways from the MLB's Spring Training season and chat with Larry about being in the middle of all the baseball action.
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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