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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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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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    We ask if Bernie's fans will follow him to the Clinton camp; we hear from President Obama, live from the Dallas memorial service and take your calls after.
    We ask if Bernie's fans will follow him to the Clinton camp; we hear from President Obama, live from the Dallas memorial service and take your calls after.
  • Listen 1:35:56
    Legal experts debate the Dallas PD's decision to use a bomb-wielding robot to end the standoff with shooting suspect Micah Xavier Johnson; we ask you to weigh in about how you've talked about last week's shootings with friends and family; and an explanation of California's new Racial and Identity Profiling Board
    Legal experts debate the Dallas PD's decision to use a bomb-wielding robot to end the standoff with shooting suspect Micah Xavier Johnson; we ask you to weigh in about how you've talked about last week's shootings with friends and family; and an explanation of California's new Racial and Identity Profiling Board
  • Listen 1:12:47
    Larry Mantle speaks with a panel of experts to discuss last night's attack on Dallas police, plus KPCC film critics Claudia Puig, Charles Solomon and Peter Rainer share their reviews on this week's films including 'The Secret Life of Pets.'
    Larry Mantle speaks with a panel of experts to discuss last night's attack on Dallas police, plus KPCC film critics Claudia Puig, Charles Solomon and Peter Rainer share their reviews on this week's films including 'The Secret Life of Pets.'
  • Listen 1:37:32
    A pair of controversial, fatal shootings of Black men by police has reignited criticism of law enforcement practices - a look at the protocol; Then, the Green Party has picked up momentum - could candidate Jill Stein cast a Nader effect on this year's election; and America's obsession with small talk.
    A pair of controversial, fatal shootings of Black men by police has reignited criticism of law enforcement practices - a look at the protocol; Then, the Green Party has picked up momentum - could candidate Jill Stein cast a Nader effect on this year's election; and America's obsession with small talk.
  • Listen 1:34:57
    Opponents of CA's newly implemented childhood vax law are suing in federal court - we hear from both sides; the state senate is considering a bill aimed at companies boycotting Israel over its policies related to Palestinians - does it infringe on freedom of speech? Automakers worry a fatal Tesla autopilot crash could have a chilling effect on the driverless car industry; Plus, how classic summer BBQ is evolving for vegetarians, the gluten-free, and others on restricted diets.
    Opponents of CA's newly implemented childhood vax law are suing in federal court - we hear from both sides; the state senate is considering a bill aimed at companies boycotting Israel over its policies related to Palestinians - does it infringe on freedom of speech? Automakers worry a fatal Tesla autopilot crash could have a chilling effect on the driverless car industry; Plus, how classic summer BBQ is evolving for vegetarians, the gluten-free, and others on restricted diets.
  • Listen 1:35:03
    Our weekly round table breaks down this morning's remarks from FBI Director James Comey recommending no criminal charges against Hillary Clinton; lawyers debate whether or not charges should still be filed; a new study finds compulsory diversity programs may actually hinder diversity in firms; & Los Angeles Magazine's chief restaurant critic Patric Kuh is in-studio talking about the origins of the "artisanal" food movement and his new book, "Finding the Flavors We Lost"
    Our weekly round table breaks down this morning's remarks from FBI Director James Comey recommending no criminal charges against Hillary Clinton; lawyers debate whether or not charges should still be filed; a new study finds compulsory diversity programs may actually hinder diversity in firms; & Los Angeles Magazine's chief restaurant critic Patric Kuh is in-studio talking about the origins of the "artisanal" food movement and his new book, "Finding the Flavors We Lost"
  • Listen 1:34:46
    Attorney General Loretta Lynch faces bipartisan criticism of her private meeting with Bill Clinton; we look at the slew of gun bills passed by the California Legislature and outline the props that will be on the ballot in November; and KPCC film critics Amy Nicholson, Justin Chang, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases. TGI-FilmWeek!
    Attorney General Loretta Lynch faces bipartisan criticism of her private meeting with Bill Clinton; we look at the slew of gun bills passed by the California Legislature and outline the props that will be on the ballot in November; and KPCC film critics Amy Nicholson, Justin Chang, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases. TGI-FilmWeek!
  • Listen 1:34:56
    Boris Johnson backed out of running for prime minister today, we look at the reasons why and who could be the next leader; the Academy responds to #OscarsSoWhite by bumping the percentage of members of color from 8 percent to 11 percent; and a psychologist shares the pros and cons of being your child's friend
    Boris Johnson backed out of running for prime minister today, we look at the reasons why and who could be the next leader; the Academy responds to #OscarsSoWhite by bumping the percentage of members of color from 8 percent to 11 percent; and a psychologist shares the pros and cons of being your child's friend
  • Listen 1:34:56
    We discuss the aftermath of Istanbul's airport attack and why Turkey is a target; L.A. City Council's vote on rules for Hollywood's street performers; and L.A. city officials and homelessness advocates join AirTalk's homelessness roundtable.
    We discuss the aftermath of Istanbul's airport attack and why Turkey is a target; L.A. City Council's vote on rules for Hollywood's street performers; and L.A. city officials and homelessness advocates join AirTalk's homelessness roundtable.
  • Listen 1:35:01
    Foreign policy experts explain the newly-released Benghazi report; Would temporarily removing guns from those with temporary restraining orders alleviate gun violence?; and Stanford University researches have found an enormous water reservoir in California – will it save the parched Golden State from the drought?
    Foreign policy experts explain the newly-released Benghazi report; Would temporarily removing guns from those with temporary restraining orders alleviate gun violence?; and Stanford University researches have found an enormous water reservoir in California – will it save the parched Golden State from the drought?

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