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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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President Trump has a proposal to end the war in Ukraine. What does it say and will it work?
Listen 1:39:03
Today on AirTalk: A Ukrainian peace deal? Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? Food Friday: Armenian Bakery; FilmWeek: What should you watch this week; and Renate Reinsve joins the show.
Today on AirTalk:
  • A Ukrainian peace deal?
  • Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods?
  • Food Friday: Armenian Bakery
  • FilmWeek: What should you watch this week
  • Renate Reinsve joins the show

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  • Listen 1:39:34
    Today on AirTalk, what to know about California's plan to sue over President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Also on the show, a proposed state bill aims to provide a short-term fix for unhoused college students; we discuss the latest Imperfect Paradise episode from LAist studios; we check in on efforts to defund public broadcasting; we look at how to navigate grief after the recent wildfires; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, what to know about California's plan to sue over President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Also on the show, a proposed state bill aims to provide a short-term fix for unhoused college students; we discuss the latest Imperfect Paradise episode from LAist studios; we check in on efforts to defund public broadcasting; we look at how to navigate grief after the recent wildfires; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:22
    Today on AirTalk, what you need to know as the Real ID deadline approaches. Also on the show, the Trump Administration freezes Harvard grant funding; new book explores the history of reforming English spelling; we get the latest on L.A. budgets; how tariffs and immigration is impacting local tourism; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, what you need to know as the Real ID deadline approaches. Also on the show, the Trump Administration freezes Harvard grant funding; new book explores the history of reforming English spelling; we get the latest on L.A. budgets; how tariffs and immigration is impacting local tourism; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:43
    Today on AirTalk, a new CalMatters investigation examines how dangerous drivers are allowed to stay on California roads. Also on the show, we check in on California’s mosquito population; we get the latest on LA28 Olympic games; we look into the history of SoCal’s mid-century modern motels; new book dives into Shohei Ohtani’s historic first season with the Dodgers; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, a new CalMatters investigation examines how dangerous drivers are allowed to stay on California roads. Also on the show, we check in on California’s mosquito population; we get the latest on LA28 Olympic games; we look into the history of SoCal’s mid-century modern motels; new book dives into Shohei Ohtani’s historic first season with the Dodgers; and more.
  • Listen 1:40:42
    Today on AirTalk, the Lost Angeles County Department of Public Health have released preliminary soil testing results from areas impacted by January’s wildfires. Also on the show, we look into whether we can change our personality; we get a taste of the all-American diner with Le Hut Dinette for Food Friday; our Filmweek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on their new film ‘Warfare;’ and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the Lost Angeles County Department of Public Health have released preliminary soil testing results from areas impacted by January’s wildfires. Also on the show, we look into whether we can change our personality; we get a taste of the all-American diner with Le Hut Dinette for Food Friday; our Filmweek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on their new film ‘Warfare;’ and more.
  • Listen 1:39:23
    Today on AirTalk, how trade relations with China could affect U.S. consumers. Also on the show, we look at how Gen Z screen habits are impacting legacy media; we celebrate Record Store Day; we discuss the future of LAHSA; the iconic Prue Leith drops in to talk about ‘The Great American Baking Show;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, how trade relations with China could affect U.S. consumers. Also on the show, we look at how Gen Z screen habits are impacting legacy media; we celebrate Record Store Day; we discuss the future of LAHSA; the iconic Prue Leith drops in to talk about ‘The Great American Baking Show;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
  • Listen 1:39:19
    Today on Airtalk, we get the latest on Trump’s tariffs and how they may impact California. Also on the show, we look at how far California education officials can push back against DEI orders; a new state bill considers extending last call; new Imperfect Paradise episode explores rebuilding in Altadena; listeners share their thoughts on rebuilding after the wildfires; and more. 
    Today on Airtalk, we get the latest on Trump’s tariffs and how they may impact California. Also on the show, we look at how far California education officials can push back against DEI orders; a new state bill considers extending last call; new Imperfect Paradise episode explores rebuilding in Altadena; listeners share their thoughts on rebuilding after the wildfires; and more. 
  • Listen 1:38:08
    Today on AirTalk, State Farm looks to justify potential rate hikes this morning at a rare public hearing. Also on the show, we discuss what’s in store for the future of Angel Stadium; Los Angeles sound stage occupancy declines to record lows; we check in on Huntington Beach’s voter ID law; San Francisco modifies its harm reduction policy; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, State Farm looks to justify potential rate hikes this morning at a rare public hearing. Also on the show, we discuss what’s in store for the future of Angel Stadium; Los Angeles sound stage occupancy declines to record lows; we check in on Huntington Beach’s voter ID law; San Francisco modifies its harm reduction policy; and more.
  • Listen 1:40:10
    Today on AirTalk, we're checking in on the repercussions from Trump's tariffs on SoCal ports and the stock market. We want to hear from you if you live wth your partner but have no plans to marry. What's the pull, and why does it work for you? Librarian of the year, and LA’s city librarian, John Szabo, talks all things libraries.
    Today on AirTalk, we're checking in on the repercussions from Trump's tariffs on SoCal ports and the stock market. We want to hear from you if you live wth your partner but have no plans to marry. What's the pull, and why does it work for you? Librarian of the year, and LA’s city librarian, John Szabo, talks all things libraries.
  • Listen 1:39:49
    Today on AirTalk, the DOW average dropped another thousand points this morning, in response to Trump's tariffs. With such volatility in the stock market, many Americans are rushing to 'recession-proof' their portfolios. We have a personal finance expert with us to answer your most pressing questions. What does the Californian accent really sound like? Whether you're from here and can differentiate accents between locales, or you moved here and noticed some heavy accents, you should, like, totally call in and share your experience. For Food Friday, we have the founder and owner of Colossus Bakery with us to talk about the years that go into perfecting a bread recipe and how she achieves quality consistency across multiple locations.
    Today on AirTalk, the DOW average dropped another thousand points this morning, in response to Trump's tariffs. With such volatility in the stock market, many Americans are rushing to 'recession-proof' their portfolios. We have a personal finance expert with us to answer your most pressing questions. What does the Californian accent really sound like? Whether you're from here and can differentiate accents between locales, or you moved here and noticed some heavy accents, you should, like, totally call in and share your experience. For Food Friday, we have the founder and owner of Colossus Bakery with us to talk about the years that go into perfecting a bread recipe and how she achieves quality consistency across multiple locations.
  • Listen 1:42:48
    Today on AirTalk, as we watch the stock market react to Trump's tariffs, we'll have economic experts on the show to talk about how this might affect consumers. LA has big plans to recycle more water. LAist reporter joins the show to tell us how the plans are coming along. Your favorite home improvement show takes on the world of radio. We're joined by the host of the program to talk about the new show. An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in the red fire retardant used in wildfires. A new documentary on folk prodigy Janis Ian explores her life and career. For TV Talk today, the critics share their thoughts on the shows 'Lazarus', 'Pulse', and many more.
    Today on AirTalk, as we watch the stock market react to Trump's tariffs, we'll have economic experts on the show to talk about how this might affect consumers. LA has big plans to recycle more water. LAist reporter joins the show to tell us how the plans are coming along. Your favorite home improvement show takes on the world of radio. We're joined by the host of the program to talk about the new show. An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in the red fire retardant used in wildfires. A new documentary on folk prodigy Janis Ian explores her life and career. For TV Talk today, the critics share their thoughts on the shows 'Lazarus', 'Pulse', and many 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