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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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Listen 1:36:15AirTalk dives into the latest on yesterday’s mass shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, including the threatening messages gunman Devin Kelley sent his mother-in-law, who attended the targeted church. We also parse through the political news you need to know this week and more.AirTalk dives into the latest on yesterday’s mass shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, including the threatening messages gunman Devin Kelley sent his mother-in-law, who attended the targeted church. We also parse through the political news you need to know this week and more. -
What will the new tax plan mean for California? We discuss its local implications and effects. We also dive into new research on heart stents; review the latest movies coming out this weekend on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:36:07AirTalk brings you three analysts across the political spectrum to parse through the details of the House tax plan; plus, what are its chances of passing? We also mourn last night’s painful Dodger loss, resulting in the Astros’ first World Series win in franchise history; has the #MeToo hashtag gone too far?; and more.AirTalk brings you three analysts across the political spectrum to parse through the details of the House tax plan; plus, what are its chances of passing? We also mourn last night’s painful Dodger loss, resulting in the Astros’ first World Series win in franchise history; has the #MeToo hashtag gone too far?; and more. -
Listen 1:36:08Yesterday's terror attack was the first in New York since 9/11, and suspected culprit Sayfullo Saipov has claimed influence from ISIS as a motive. We update you with the latest from the city and shed insight on the aftermath. In light of Nov. 1, we also outline the basics on Covered CA; bid "adieu" to the millennial generation as the youngest Gen Z-er's turn 18; and more.Yesterday's terror attack was the first in New York since 9/11, and suspected culprit Sayfullo Saipov has claimed influence from ISIS as a motive. We update you with the latest from the city and shed insight on the aftermath. In light of Nov. 1, we also outline the basics on Covered CA; bid "adieu" to the millennial generation as the youngest Gen Z-er's turn 18; and more. -
Listen 1:36:05More than 300 women working in Sacramento have signed a letter denouncing the culture of sexual harassment in state politics – AirTalk dives into the latest on the complaint, including the Senate hearings coming up next month. We also ask callers to share the most offensive Halloween costumes they’ve ever seen ahead of tonight’s festivities; should CA prisoners be allowed to vote?; and more.More than 300 women working in Sacramento have signed a letter denouncing the culture of sexual harassment in state politics – AirTalk dives into the latest on the complaint, including the Senate hearings coming up next month. We also ask callers to share the most offensive Halloween costumes they’ve ever seen ahead of tonight’s festivities; should CA prisoners be allowed to vote?; and more. -
Listen 1:37:15AirTalk dives into the latest on the Russia probe, including this morning’s indictment of former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort and revelations of Democratic ties to the company behind the Trump dossier. We also reflect on last night’s heart-stopping Dodger loss; what did you think of Kevin Spacey’s response to the allegations of sexual misconduct?; and more.AirTalk dives into the latest on the Russia probe, including this morning’s indictment of former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort and revelations of Democratic ties to the company behind the Trump dossier. We also reflect on last night’s heart-stopping Dodger loss; what did you think of Kevin Spacey’s response to the allegations of sexual misconduct?; and more. -
Listen 1:03:02AirTalk dives into the latest on JFK after the federal government released thousands of previously classified files on the 1963 assassination. We also parse through the possible effects of CVS’ plans to buy health insurance company Aetna; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.AirTalk dives into the latest on JFK after the federal government released thousands of previously classified files on the 1963 assassination. We also parse through the possible effects of CVS’ plans to buy health insurance company Aetna; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:03:35In response to recent student protests and reactions against campus Republicans, the UC system has developed the National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement to better define student attitudes towards the 1st amendment. We discuss the controversies and origins of this venture; we also tease out the 49er's announcement that they are advocating against gun accessories; and more.In response to recent student protests and reactions against campus Republicans, the UC system has developed the National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement to better define student attitudes towards the 1st amendment. We discuss the controversies and origins of this venture; we also tease out the 49er's announcement that they are advocating against gun accessories; and more. -
Listen 1:03:06AirTalk looks ahead after Arizona senator Jeff Flake announced his retirement yesterday in a speech clearly denouncing Trump’s leadership of the GOP. We also discuss Iran’s recent nuclear decertification with a former U.S. ambassador; dive into a potentially groundbreaking lawsuit that could make street art legally protected from destruction; and more.AirTalk looks ahead after Arizona senator Jeff Flake announced his retirement yesterday in a speech clearly denouncing Trump’s leadership of the GOP. We also discuss Iran’s recent nuclear decertification with a former U.S. ambassador; dive into a potentially groundbreaking lawsuit that could make street art legally protected from destruction; and more. -
Listen 1:02:57T minus 7 hours until Game 1 of the World Series and the pressure is on to find that perfect viewing situation. No plans yet? No problem. Get inspired as we open the phones to hear how listeners will be watching the Dodgers (or, okay, the Astros) tonight. We also speak with renown restaurant critic Jonathan Gold regarding his latest "101 Best Restaurants" list; debate the methods used in gun violence studies; and more.T minus 7 hours until Game 1 of the World Series and the pressure is on to find that perfect viewing situation. No plans yet? No problem. Get inspired as we open the phones to hear how listeners will be watching the Dodgers (or, okay, the Astros) tonight. We also speak with renown restaurant critic Jonathan Gold regarding his latest "101 Best Restaurants" list; debate the methods used in gun violence studies; 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