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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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  • SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 20: A view of power lines during a Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) public safety power shutoff on November 20, 2019 in Santa Rosa, California. PG&E has cut power to over 450,000 residents throughout Northern California as extremely windy and dry conditions are increasing the risk of catastrophic wildfires. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we look into the state's findings of PG&E's mismanagement and investigation of the Camp Fire. Also on the show, we look ahead to tomorrow's impeachment hearing led by the House Judiciary Committee; discuss how warehousing is affecting public health in the Inland Empire; and more.
    State Investigation: Lax PG&E Maintenance Behind Behind Deadly Camp Fire
    Today on AirTalk, we look into the state's findings of PG&E's mismanagement and investigation of the Camp Fire. Also on the show, we look ahead to tomorrow's impeachment hearing led by the House Judiciary Committee; discuss how warehousing is affecting public health in the Inland Empire; and more.
  • WEST DES MOINES, IOWA - NOVEMBER 25: Guests wait for Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) to speak at a campaign stop at the Val Air Ballroom on November 25, 2019 in West Des Moines, Iowa. The 2020 Iowa Democratic caucuses will take place on February 3, 2020, making it the first nominating contest for the Democratic Party in choosing their presidential candidate. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
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    AirTalk’s weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come. We also give an update on what's happening in Hong Kong and Iran; talk about how political beliefs can influence shopping choices; and more.
    Week In Politics: Impeachment Hearing Wednesday, More Tariffs, What Happened To The Anxiety About White Working Class Men And More
    AirTalk’s weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come. We also give an update on what's happening in Hong Kong and Iran; talk about how political beliefs can influence shopping choices; and more.
  • Shoppers rush to get in a BestBuy store at 5 a.m. on November 28, 2008 in Los Angeles, California, a day after Thanksgiving. Thousands of shoppers queued up for hours outside many retailers to open to take advantage of "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving ,which is considered the traditional kick-off for the Christmas shopping season. With special promotions and deep discounts, most of the year's sales in retail are made during the four weeks leading up to the annual 25 December holiday. AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD (Photo credit should read JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the new ways consumers are shopping for holiday sales. Also on the show, we discuss the 8th and 13th Amendments; the weekend's film releases; and more.
    Black Friday’s Three-Pronged Offensive: Which Side Will You Join?
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the new ways consumers are shopping for holiday sales. Also on the show, we discuss the 8th and 13th Amendments; the weekend's film releases; and more.
  • Cloud seeding is a process that helps to yield more moisture from the sky during storms.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the weather and travel forecasts ahead of the holiday weekend. Also on the show, we discuss the Cave Fire; the fraught history of Thanksgiving; and more.
    Weather, Travel And Fire Outlooks Ahead Of The Holiday Weekend
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the weather and travel forecasts ahead of the holiday weekend. Also on the show, we discuss the Cave Fire; the fraught history of Thanksgiving; and more.
  • WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 28: U.S. House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) speaks to members of the media outside a closed session before the House Intelligence, Foreign Affairs and Oversight committees at the U.S. Capitol on October 28, 2019 in Washington, DC. Also pictured are (L-R) Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY), Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA). (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
    Listen 1:43:31
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    AirTalk’s weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead on the week to come. Also on the show, Rep. Adam Schiff joins us to discuss the latest in impeachment; we take a look at the 18th Amendment's impact on California; and more.
    Week In Politics: Impeachment Hearings Recap, Bloomberg Enters 2020 And More
    AirTalk’s weekly political roundtable recaps the major headlines you might’ve missed in politics news over the weekend and looks ahead on the week to come. Also on the show, Rep. Adam Schiff joins us to discuss the latest in impeachment; we take a look at the 18th Amendment's impact on California; and more.
  • WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 21: Fiona Hill, the National Security Council’s former senior director for Europe and Russia, arrives to testify before the House Intelligence Committee in the Longworth House Office Building on Capitol Hill November 21, 2019 in Washington, DC. The committee heard testimony during the fifth day of open hearings in the impeachment inquiry against U.S. President Donald Trump, whom House Democrats say held back U.S. military aid for Ukraine while demanding it investigate his political rivals. (Photo by Matt McClain-Pool/Getty Images)
    Impeachment Hearings Are Done For Now So What Comes Next?
    Today on AirTalk, we review the impeachment hearings and look ahead at what's to come with the process. Also on the show, we discuss the democratic debates; the weekend's film releases; and more.
  • Fiona Hill, the former top Russia expert on the National Security Council, and David Holmes(C), a State Department official stationed at the US Embassy in Ukraine are sworn-in before they testify during the House Intelligence Committee hearing as part of the impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump on Capitol Hill in Washington,DC on November 21, 2019. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP) (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we recap the fifth day of impeachment hearings with our political analysts.
    Impeachment Hearing: Day 5 With Fiona Hill and David Holmes
    Today on AirTalk, we recap the fifth day of impeachment hearings with our political analysts.
  • Former US Ambassador to the Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch is sworn in before the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence as part of the impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump, on Capitol Hill on November 15, 2019 in Washington DC. - Public impeachment hearings resume Friday with the testimony of former ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch, who says she was ousted because the Trump administration believed she would not go along with plans to pressure Ukraine to investigate Democrat Joe Biden, a potential Trump White House rival in 2020. (Photo by Alex Wong / POOL / AFP) (Photo by ALEX WONG/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, our roundtable political commentators discuss the headlines you may have missed. Also on the show, we discuss the market for harassment training videos; new health care rules; and more.
    Week In Politics: Intimidation? Bribery? Recapping Impeachment And Looking Ahead
    Today on AirTalk, our roundtable political commentators discuss the headlines you may have missed. Also on the show, we discuss the market for harassment training videos; new health care rules; and more.
  • WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 15: Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch testifies before the House Intelligence Committee in the Longworth House Office Building on Capitol Hill November 15, 2019 in Washington, DC. In the second impeachment hearing held by the committee, House Democrats continue to build a case against U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to link U.S. military aid for Ukraine to the nation’s investigation of his political rivals. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Marie Yovanovitch's testimony at the impeachment hearings. Also on the show, updates on the Saugus High shooting; FilmWeek; and more.
    Impeachment Hearing: Day 2 With Marie Yovanovitch
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Marie Yovanovitch's testimony at the impeachment hearings. Also on the show, updates on the Saugus High shooting; FilmWeek; and more.
  • People react near Central Park after a shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, California on November 14, 2019. - At least four people were injured in a shooting at a high school north of Los Angeles Thursday, triggering a police hunt for the suspect who was later taken into custody.One female was killed Thursday, hospital officials said. The suspect was in custody and taken to a hospital for treatment, while at least three others were injured in the shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, 40 miles (65 kilometers) north of Los Angeles."One female deceased patient. Two critical male patients. One male patient in good condition," tweeted the nearby Henry Mayo Hospital in Valencia.No further details of the deceased were provided. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we get more information on the Saugus High School shooting this morning. Also on the show, we discuss Sen. Warren's proposed Wealth Tax, Deval Patrick's presidential run, & more.
    The Latest Updates On The Saugus High School Shooting
    Today on AirTalk, we get more information on the Saugus High School shooting this morning. Also on the show, we discuss Sen. Warren's proposed Wealth Tax, Deval Patrick's presidential run, & more.
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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