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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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  • Chairman Adam Schiff (C), Democrat of California, and Ranking Member Devin Nunes (2nd R), Republican of California, during the first public hearings held by the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence as part of the impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump, with witnesses Ukrainian Ambassador William Taylor and Deputy Assistant Secretary George Kent testifying, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, November 13, 2019. - Donald Trump faces the most perilous challenge of his three-year presidency as public hearings convened as part of the impeachment probe against him open under the glare of television cameras on Wednesday. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / POOL / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the first day of public impeachment hearings. Also on the show, we take a look at how CA home insurance is changing after fires and the LA's Phil's take over of the Ford Theatre.
    What We Learned From The First Day Of Impeachment Inquiry Hearings
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the first day of public impeachment hearings. Also on the show, we take a look at how CA home insurance is changing after fires and the LA's Phil's take over of the Ford Theatre.
  • Immigration rights activists take part in a rally in front of the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC on November 12, 2019. - The US Supreme Court hears arguments on November 12, 2019 on the fate of the "Dreamers," an estimated 700,000 people brought to the country illegally as children but allowed to stay and work under a program created by former president Barack Obama.Known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA, the program came under attack from President Donald Trump who wants it terminated, and expired last year after the Congress failed to come up with a replacement. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the Supreme Court hearing on DACA and what we may expect moving forward. Also on the show, we take a look at the official launch of Disney Plus; talk with listeners about commonly misheard lyrics; and more.
    Recapping The Highlights From This Morning’s Supreme Court Hearing On The Future Of DACA
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the Supreme Court hearing on DACA and what we may expect moving forward. Also on the show, we take a look at the official launch of Disney Plus; talk with listeners about commonly misheard lyrics; and more.
  • US House Intelligence Committee chairman Adam Schiff speaks to the press with other lawmakers following a closed hearing with Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale as part of the impeachment inquiry at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on November 6, 2019. (Photo by NICHOLAS KAMM / AFP) (Photo by NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP via Getty Images)
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    This week on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the headlines you may have missed this week. Also on the show, we look at veterans' grief; the DACA case before the Supreme Court; and more.
    Week In Politics: Impeachment Testimonies, Polls One Year Out, Haley’s New Memoir And More
    This week on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the headlines you may have missed this week. Also on the show, we look at veterans' grief; the DACA case before the Supreme Court; and more.
  • Heavy traffic on Pacific Coast Highway near Sunset Boulevard as drivers try to find alternative ways around the 405 freeway closure during Carmageddon on Sept. 29, 2012 in Los Angeles.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the Southern California Association of Government plan pushing for more coastal housing. Also on the show, we take a look at why so many board and care homes throughout California are shutting down.
    Southern California Votes For More Housing In Coastal Areas. What Now?
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the Southern California Association of Government plan pushing for more coastal housing. Also on the show, we take a look at why so many board and care homes throughout California are shutting down.
  • Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., at an Oakland, Calif., campaign rally this week. Harris says she backs a single-payer health system, but hasn't yet offered details on how she would finance that plan.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Kamala Harris's proposed school bill that aims to extend school day hours. We also celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street; look at how brand loyalty turns into a cult following; and more.
    Should The School Day Be Longer? Kamala Harris Thinks So
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Kamala Harris's proposed school bill that aims to extend school day hours. We also celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street; look at how brand loyalty turns into a cult following; and more.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 01: A marcher carries a sign which translates that the immigrants are not the enemies on May Day, on May 1, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Numerous May Day, or International Workers Day, marches are taking place in the greater Los Angeles area, and in cities across the nation. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we host a statewide call-in special looking at the 25th anniversary of Proposition 187 and its impact on California politics. Also on the show, we discuss a new report on the limitations of Uber's self-driving cars; chat with home cooks about Riverside's ordinance allowing home-operated restaurants; and more.
    Statewide Call-In Special -- Proposition 187: 25 Years Later
    Today on AirTalk, we host a statewide call-in special looking at the 25th anniversary of Proposition 187 and its impact on California politics. Also on the show, we discuss a new report on the limitations of Uber's self-driving cars; chat with home cooks about Riverside's ordinance allowing home-operated restaurants; and more.
  • Teens' use of vape devices is increasing, and they're not always aware if nicotine is in the mix.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at a new study that has found the most popular vaping flavors among teens. Also on AirTalk, we discuss the impact cancel culture; talk about the pros and cons of a 4-day work week; and more.
    New USC Study shows teens actually prefer Mint to fruity vape flavors
    Today on AirTalk, we look at a new study that has found the most popular vaping flavors among teens. Also on AirTalk, we discuss the impact cancel culture; talk about the pros and cons of a 4-day work week; and more.
  • DALLAS, TEXAS - OCTOBER 17: U.S. President Donald Trump arrives for a "Keep America Great" Campaign Rally at American Airlines Center on October 17, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, our 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 take a look at Walter Mercado's legacy; discuss the science of birth control with author Sarah Hill; and more.
    Week In Politics: One Year Out From Election, Impeachment Watch And More
    Today on AirTalk, our 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 take a look at Walter Mercado's legacy; discuss the science of birth control with author Sarah Hill; and more.
  • FLORENCE, SC - OCTOBER 26: Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) addresses a crowd outside of the Francis Marion Performing Arts Center October 26, 2019 in Florence, South Carolina. Many presidential hopefuls campaigned in the early primary state over the weekend, scheduling stops around a criminal justice forum in the state capital. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we break down Elizabeth Warren's recently released healthcare plan. Also on the show, we give an update on the Maria fire that broke out last night; discuss new findings that reveal how kids and teens are interacting with media today; and more.
    Does Warren’s Plan To Pay For Medicare-For-All Add Up?
    Today on AirTalk, we break down Elizabeth Warren's recently released healthcare plan. Also on the show, we give an update on the Maria fire that broke out last night; discuss new findings that reveal how kids and teens are interacting with media today; and more.
  • WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 31: The U.S. House of Representatives votes on a resolution formalizing the impeachment inquiry centered on U.S. President Donald Trump October 31, 2019 in Washington, DC. The resolution, which passed by a 232-196 margin, creates the legal framework for public hearings, procedures for the White House to respond to evidence and the process for consideration of future articles of impeachment by the full House of Representatives. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the House's move forward with a formal vote on the impeachment inquiry. Also on the show, we get the latest on local fires; Twitter's ban on political ads; and more.
    House Moves Forward With Formal Vote On Impeachment Inquiry, So What’s Next
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the House's move forward with a formal vote on the impeachment inquiry. Also on the show, we get the latest on local fires; Twitter's ban on political ads; and 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