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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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  • Listen 56:09
    Today on AirTalk, we give an update on coronavirus news in California as flights into the state are being diverted and a suspected case is being investigated in San Diego County. We also break down Trump's proposed middle eastern peace plan and get updates on a local fire that broke out this morning.
    Today on AirTalk, we give an update on coronavirus news in California as flights into the state are being diverted and a suspected case is being investigated in San Diego County. We also break down Trump's proposed middle eastern peace plan and get updates on a local fire that broke out this morning.
  • Listen 50:29
    Today on AirTalk, we have a conversation with presidential candidate Joe Biden who's campaigning in Iowa ahead of the primaries next week. We also take a look at the aviation investigation into the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and analyze the San Francisco DA's proposal to end cash bail.
    Today on AirTalk, we have a conversation with presidential candidate Joe Biden who's campaigning in Iowa ahead of the primaries next week. We also take a look at the aviation investigation into the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and analyze the San Francisco DA's proposal to end cash bail.
  • Listen 50:20
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the life of Kobe Bryant, who died at the age of 41 yesterday in a helicopter accident, and talk with listeners about the legacy the basketball star left behind. Also on the show, we give an update on the confirmed coronavirus cases in SoCal.
    Today on AirTalk, we remember the life of Kobe Bryant, who died at the age of 41 yesterday in a helicopter accident, and talk with listeners about the legacy the basketball star left behind. Also on the show, we give an update on the confirmed coronavirus cases in SoCal.
  • Listen 50:34
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the possible sale of the dot-org domain and how nonprofits may be affected. We also discuss Trump's announcement to sue California's over the state's abortion policies; talk about a new change that could be coming to your FICO scores; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the possible sale of the dot-org domain and how nonprofits may be affected. We also discuss Trump's announcement to sue California's over the state's abortion policies; talk about a new change that could be coming to your FICO scores; and more.
  • Listen 50:29
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at a new proposal by the Department of Transportation that could ban all emotional support animals from flying. Also on the show, we analyze new city rental laws being proposed that could change renter-landlord relationships and give an update on impeachment.
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at a new proposal by the Department of Transportation that could ban all emotional support animals from flying. Also on the show, we analyze new city rental laws being proposed that could change renter-landlord relationships and give an update on impeachment.
  • Listen 50:31
    Today on AirTalk, we break down what's going on in the entertainment world as the Weinstein trial begins and Grammys CEO Deborah Dugan alleges discrimination. We also look at the first day of the Senate impeachment trial and talk about what you need to know before CA Primary voting begins next month.
    Today on AirTalk, we break down what's going on in the entertainment world as the Weinstein trial begins and Grammys CEO Deborah Dugan alleges discrimination. We also look at the first day of the Senate impeachment trial and talk about what you need to know before CA Primary voting begins next month.
  • Listen 1:42:45
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the proposal going through the CA legislature that could mean higher taxes for large corporations. Also on the show, we answer your questions about impeachment and break down what to know before the Senate begins its trial.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the proposal going through the CA legislature that could mean higher taxes for large corporations. Also on the show, we answer your questions about impeachment and break down what to know before the Senate begins its trial.
  • Listen 1:43:32
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss with our experts what steps are next for impeachment as it moves to the Senate and new evidence is released. We also take a look at how the HUD plans to work with LA to help the homeless crisis; think about what Girl Scout cookies we want as cookie season approaches; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss with our experts what steps are next for impeachment as it moves to the Senate and new evidence is released. We also take a look at how the HUD plans to work with LA to help the homeless crisis; think about what Girl Scout cookies we want as cookie season approaches; and more.
  • Listen 1:08:35
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the steps ahead for impeachment proceedings. Also on the show, we meet with Chief Michel Moore; discuss a pilot program for traffic violations; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the steps ahead for impeachment proceedings. Also on the show, we meet with Chief Michel Moore; discuss a pilot program for traffic violations; and more.
  • Listen 1:43:13
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Astros-Red Sox sign-stealing scandal and what that means for the Dodgers. We also discuss LAUSD's efforts to sue Juul; look into why marriage proposals have gotten so elaborate; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Astros-Red Sox sign-stealing scandal and what that means for the Dodgers. We also discuss LAUSD's efforts to sue Juul; look into why marriage proposals have gotten so elaborate; 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