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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
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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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 assemble our political panel to break down last night's fourth democratic debate. Also on the show, we check in with LAPD Chief Michel Moore; take a look at USC's new survey on livability in LA County; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we give an update on the Saddle Ridge fire and take a look at the criticisms against PG&E's power shutoffs. We also discuss high-functioning addiction; talk about LA's home sharing ordinance about to go into affect for Airbnb hosts; 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 discuss the new legislation signed into law in California, gender etiquette and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we bring you updates on the Saddleridge fire as it moves through the San Fernando Valley. -
Today on AirTalk, we talk about the Dodgers' disappointing defeat in Game 5. Also on the show, we have a conversation with Democratic presidential candidate Tom Steyer; look into how group living rentals are growing in popularity; and more. -
Listen 1:36:32Today on AirTalk, we talk about the Golden State residents that may have their power cut to prevent wildfires. Also on the show, we take a look at the Dodgers ahead of Game 5; discuss Metrolink's new proposal to divert funds for a high speed rail line from Burbank to Anaheim; and more.Today on AirTalk, we talk about the Golden State residents that may have their power cut to prevent wildfires. Also on the show, we take a look at the Dodgers ahead of Game 5; discuss Metrolink's new proposal to divert funds for a high speed rail line from Burbank to Anaheim; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we talk about the ballot measures gaining strength ahead of the 2020 elections. Also on the show, we take a look at the controversy surrounding the NBA and China; impeachment latest; and more. -
Listen 1:36:10Today 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 discuss how California is dealing with rising sea levels; examine the new ban on political deepfakes within 60 days of an election; 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 discuss how California is dealing with rising sea levels; examine the new ban on political deepfakes within 60 days of an election; and more. -
Listen 1:36:16Today on AirTalk, we discuss whether or not social media data should be encrypted in the wake of a New York Times investigation into a growing number of child abuse and exploitation images on Facebook Messenger. We also examine the new curbside pickup restrictions at LAX; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss whether or not social media data should be encrypted in the wake of a New York Times investigation into a growing number of child abuse and exploitation images on Facebook Messenger. We also examine the new curbside pickup restrictions at LAX; and more. -
Listen 1:36:18Today on AirTalk, we discuss new polls that reveal how the attitudes and concerns of California voters are changing. Also on the show, we give a round up of cases to watch out for as the Supreme Court enters a new term; talk about the how the Dodgers match up in the postseason; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss new polls that reveal how the attitudes and concerns of California voters are changing. Also on the show, we give a round up of cases to watch out for as the Supreme Court enters a new term; talk about the how the Dodgers match up in the postseason; and more.
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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