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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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  • The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington where the justices ruled that the government can detain certain immigrants without bond hearings.
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    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the big stories you might’ve missed over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come in national political news. We also examine the role of Facebook as an arbiter vs. a platform; and more.
    Week In Politics: The Latest SCOTUS Ruling Sidesteps Abortion, potential DOJ versus CIA Face-Off, Pelosi Deepfakes And More
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the big stories you might’ve missed over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come in national political news. We also examine the role of Facebook as an arbiter vs. a platform; and more.
  • Logo on LAPD motorcyle
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on Assembly Bill 392, a bill that would give California a new and tougher legal standard to justify the use of deadly force by police. We also examine Washington's legalization of the composting of human remains and the alternatives to traditional burial and cremation; and more.
    What’s In The Police Use-Of-Force Bill That Is Expected To Pass In California
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on Assembly Bill 392, a bill that would give California a new and tougher legal standard to justify the use of deadly force by police. We also examine Washington's legalization of the composting of human remains and the alternatives to traditional burial and cremation; and more.
  • PHILADELPHIA, PA - JULY 27: Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) delivers remarks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center, July 27, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton received the number of votes needed to secure the party's nomination. An estimated 50,000 people are expected in Philadelphia, including hundreds of protesters and members of the media. The four-day Democratic National Convention kicked off July 25. (Photo by Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we examine if the hypocrisy of liberalism is to blame for our housing crisis; interview Governor Newsom about his recently launched housing task force; and more.
    Interview With Governor Newsom On Fixing California’s Housing Problem
    Today on AirTalk, we examine if the hypocrisy of liberalism is to blame for our housing crisis; interview Governor Newsom about his recently launched housing task force; and more.
  • A woman holds a sign during a press conference where activist delivered a computer flash drive to lawmakers at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, May 9, 2019. - The drive contains 10 million signatures on a petition urging the US Congress to begin impeachment proceedings against US President Donald Trump. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss if pursuing impeachment is a wise move for the Democrats ahead of 2020 presidential race. We also take a look at the legal and bioethical questions involved in posthumous reproduction; debate the single use plastic bills moving through the state legislature; and more.
    Some Dems Are Calling For Impeachment. Is This A Wise Strategy Ahead Of 2020?
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss if pursuing impeachment is a wise move for the Democrats ahead of 2020 presidential race. We also take a look at the legal and bioethical questions involved in posthumous reproduction; debate the single use plastic bills moving through the state legislature; and more.
  • Altamonte Springs, Fla., is helping pay for Uber rides that begin and end in the city. The city is the first in the country to partially subsidize Uber fares.
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    Today on AirTalk, we explore the pros and cons of Uber's new "quiet mode" feature and hear reactions from Uber drivers and frequent users. We also examine how sports teams should handle unconfirmed allegations of domestic violence; discuss the most surprising niche magazines you've ever seen; and more.
    Shut Up And Drive: Riders And Drivers React To New Uber Feature That Lets You Pay For A Silent Ride
    Today on AirTalk, we explore the pros and cons of Uber's new "quiet mode" feature and hear reactions from Uber drivers and frequent users. We also examine how sports teams should handle unconfirmed allegations of domestic violence; discuss the most surprising niche magazines you've ever seen; and more.
  • Several hundred spirited protestors marched through the Country Club Plaza Sunday, May 19, 2019, in response to the near-total abortion ban passed last week by Missouri legislators. The group then gathered at the J.C. Nichols fountain to hear speakers.
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    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the big stories you might’ve missed over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come in national political news. We also discuss whether or not the U.S. is ready for an atheist in the oval office; and more.
    Week In Politics: How The New Wave Of Abortion Laws Will Play In 2020, The First Republican Calls For Trump Impeachment, New Presidential Candidate Announcements And More
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the big stories you might’ve missed over the weekend and looks ahead to the week to come in national political news. We also discuss whether or not the U.S. is ready for an atheist in the oval office; and more.
  • A rendering of what a high-speed rail train would look like traversing California's desert.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on the Trump administration's cancellation of nearly $1 billion in federal money for California's high-speed rail project. We also examine the tabling of state senator Scott Weiner's controversial housing bill; check in on Boeing and the FAA; and more.
    The End Of The End? Trump Pulls High-Speed Rail Funding
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on the Trump administration's cancellation of nearly $1 billion in federal money for California's high-speed rail project. We also examine the tabling of state senator Scott Weiner's controversial housing bill; check in on Boeing and the FAA; and more.
  • MONTGOMERY, AL - MAY 15: The Alabama State Capitol stands on May 15, 2019 in Montgomery, Alabama. Today Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a near-total ban on abortion into state law. (Photo by Julie Bennett/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on Alabama's new abortion law as well as the spate of new restrictive abortion laws from other states and their impact on Roe v. Wade. We also examine President Trump's new immigration plan; take a look at the future of TV sitcoms after The Big Bang Theory's finale; and more.
    Why Alabama’s New Abortion Law Probably Won’t Reach The Supreme Court
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on Alabama's new abortion law as well as the spate of new restrictive abortion laws from other states and their impact on Roe v. Wade. We also examine President Trump's new immigration plan; take a look at the future of TV sitcoms after The Big Bang Theory's finale; and more.
  • Los Angeles police Chief Michel Moore briefs the media on April 29, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore joins Larry Mantle for his monthly check-in. We also discuss the recent LA Times report on the more than 12,200 reported sexual abuse victims within the Boy Scouts; and more.
    LAPD Chief Moore: Civilian Disciplinary Review Panel, New LAPD Officer-Involved Shooting Stats And More
    Today on AirTalk, Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore joins Larry Mantle for his monthly check-in. We also discuss the recent LA Times report on the more than 12,200 reported sexual abuse victims within the Boy Scouts; and more.
  • Heather Repenning (left) and Jackie Goldberg (right) are running against each other in a special election for an open seat on the L.A. Unified School Board covering northeast and southeast L.A. Election Day is May 14.
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    Today on AirTalk, KPCC education reporter Kyle Stokes dives deeper into what’s at stake the Board District 5 race and the potential widespread impact of the parcel tax vote next month. We also discuss the latest on the Hollywood boycott of Georgia after the signing of the fetal heartbeat bill; and more.
    What You Need To Know About Today’s LAUSD Runoff Election And The Upcoming Parcel Tax Vote
    Today on AirTalk, KPCC education reporter Kyle Stokes dives deeper into what’s at stake the Board District 5 race and the potential widespread impact of the parcel tax vote next month. We also discuss the latest on the Hollywood boycott of Georgia after the signing of the fetal heartbeat bill; 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