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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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- 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 results of the New Hampshire Democratic primary. Also on the show, we look at a proposed state school bond; permits for killing mountain lions; and more. -
Listen 1:42:52Today on AirTalk, we look at the new proposal aiming to give cities more control on managing speed limits. Also on the show, we discuss what efforts can be done to recruit more women firefighters; bring together the Triple Play to talk the rumored changes to the MLB playoff season; and more.Today on AirTalk, we look at the new proposal aiming to give cities more control on managing speed limits. Also on the show, we discuss what efforts can be done to recruit more women firefighters; bring together the Triple Play to talk the rumored changes to the MLB playoff season; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable reviews the headlines you might have missed this weekend. Also on the show, we discuss the historic wins at last night's Oscars; bumble bees and California's Endangered Species Act; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss the Iowa caucuses and look ahead to the New Hampshire Democratic debate (with guest host Kyle Stokes). Also on the show, Larry Mantle and the FilmWeek critics preview the Oscars. -
Listen 1:43:33Today on AirTalk, we talk with Rep. Adam Schiff on his thoughts after the Senate voted to acquit the president, bringing to an official end Trump's impeachment trial. Also on the show, we give an update on how Iowa's doing with those votes; remember Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas who died at age 103; and more.Today on AirTalk, we talk with Rep. Adam Schiff on his thoughts after the Senate voted to acquit the president, bringing to an official end Trump's impeachment trial. Also on the show, we give an update on how Iowa's doing with those votes; remember Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas who died at age 103; and more. -
Listen 1:42:08Today on AirTalk, we break down the Betts trade deal getting Dodger fans excited for the season and possibly another try at a World Series title. We're also looking at key takeaways from last night's State of the Union Address; discuss the 'housing first' model proposed by Trump's new homelessness czar; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the Betts trade deal getting Dodger fans excited for the season and possibly another try at a World Series title. We're also looking at key takeaways from last night's State of the Union Address; discuss the 'housing first' model proposed by Trump's new homelessness czar; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, our weekly political political roundtable takes a look at what happened in Iowa. Also on the show, we discuss a proposed state takeover of PG&E; California's mandatory physical education tests; and more. -
Closing arguments in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial unfolded Monday as much for history as any effort to sway votes, one final chance to influence public opinion and set the record ahead of his expected acquittal in the Republican-led Senate. -
Today on AirTalk, we look at what's next for SB50 as it fails to pass for a third time in the California Senate. Also on the show, we preview the Iowa and New Hampshire primaries and talk about a plan to revamp Hollywood Blvd. that aims to make more space for pedestrians. -
Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the protest fighting for homeless encampments at Echo Park. We also talk with listeners about their thoughts on the "American Dirt" controversy.
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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