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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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- Post-fire rebuilding
- Potential congressional review of US military strikes
- Journey across the US by steakhouse
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- L.A. County bans Kratom
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Today on AirTalk: Tenth anniversary of the San Bernardino shooting; Tattoos and health; Celebrities in commercials; New UCLA football coach; and DACA recipients. -
Today on AirTalk: Post-fire rebuilding; Potential congressional review of US military strikes; Journey across the US by steakhouse; ChatGPT turns 3; L.A. County bans Kratom; Best TV and movie titles.
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Listen 1:37:28A Compton School board member wants the district to reverse its decision to allow campus police officers to carry AR-15 semi-automatic weapons. Also, how should the U.S. and Europe handle military and diplomatic actions against ISIL? Is bombing Syria a viable option, or is the situation too complicated? Then, college football kicks off tomorrow.A Compton School board member wants the district to reverse its decision to allow campus police officers to carry AR-15 semi-automatic weapons. Also, how should the U.S. and Europe handle military and diplomatic actions against ISIL? Is bombing Syria a viable option, or is the situation too complicated? Then, college football kicks off tomorrow. -
Listen 1:41:07For the past two days, the shoreline has been hammered by waves peaking at over 20 feet. What kind of risks did lifeguards face these past couple of days? Also, a bill has passed the State Senate that bans the use of suspensions and expulsions for dealing with students who commit defiant and disruptive acts. Then, vasectomies and IUDs: How much do they cost?For the past two days, the shoreline has been hammered by waves peaking at over 20 feet. What kind of risks did lifeguards face these past couple of days? Also, a bill has passed the State Senate that bans the use of suspensions and expulsions for dealing with students who commit defiant and disruptive acts. Then, vasectomies and IUDs: How much do they cost? -
Listen 1:38:15Beverly Hills Unified has recently voted to give schools the authority to penalize families who don’t live in the district for enrolling their kids in its schools. Also, UCLA and Rand Health researchers say critically ill patients receiving “futile care” are creating delays in care for other patients in Intensive Care Units. Then, is In-n-Out’s double double the best burger in LA?Beverly Hills Unified has recently voted to give schools the authority to penalize families who don’t live in the district for enrolling their kids in its schools. Also, UCLA and Rand Health researchers say critically ill patients receiving “futile care” are creating delays in care for other patients in Intensive Care Units. Then, is In-n-Out’s double double the best burger in LA? -
Listen 1:38:38Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent John Deasy has suspended contracts with Apple and Pearson following criticism and investigation into L.A. schools’ use of iPads in the classroom. Also, two committees have recommended a new pilot program that would allow officers to issue fines for neighborhood “quality-of-life” offenses. Then, should the San Gabriel Mountains be named a national monument?Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent John Deasy has suspended contracts with Apple and Pearson following criticism and investigation into L.A. schools’ use of iPads in the classroom. Also, two committees have recommended a new pilot program that would allow officers to issue fines for neighborhood “quality-of-life” offenses. Then, should the San Gabriel Mountains be named a national monument? -
Listen 1:38:21Sunday’s 6.0 earthquake in Northern California dealt a structural blow, with particular impact on Napa Valley. Also, as California’s legislature wraps up its biennial session, important bills are going through final processes towards passage. Then, at this Milken Institute Forum representatives from utilities, advocacy groups, and businesses will discuss the drought’s impact on towns and cities in the region.Sunday’s 6.0 earthquake in Northern California dealt a structural blow, with particular impact on Napa Valley. Also, as California’s legislature wraps up its biennial session, important bills are going through final processes towards passage. Then, at this Milken Institute Forum representatives from utilities, advocacy groups, and businesses will discuss the drought’s impact on towns and cities in the region. -
Listen 1:34:59A report found that LAUSD’s iPad program has issues with planning, transparency, and bidding problems. Also, a draft Environmental Impact Report from the city of Glendale on a proposal to expand the Scholl Canyon landfill has angered residents of Eagle Rock. Then, it's Filmweek on AirTalk! Actor and activist George Takei joins us to talk about his latest documentary, "To Be Takei."A report found that LAUSD’s iPad program has issues with planning, transparency, and bidding problems. Also, a draft Environmental Impact Report from the city of Glendale on a proposal to expand the Scholl Canyon landfill has angered residents of Eagle Rock. Then, it's Filmweek on AirTalk! Actor and activist George Takei joins us to talk about his latest documentary, "To Be Takei."
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Two Americans who were flown to the U.S. after contracting Ebola in Africa have been sent home with a clean bill of health. Also, Facebook thinks we need help in understanding the fine art of satire. Then, how to behave at the beach: an etiquette guide.
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Listen 1:38:51Attorney General Eric Holder arrived in Ferguson, Missouri today to follow up on a pledge that the Justice Department will conduct a fair investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown. Also, Landlords and tenants in Los Angeles are supporting a new plan allowing permits for illegal apartments. Then, are you a digital hoarder?Attorney General Eric Holder arrived in Ferguson, Missouri today to follow up on a pledge that the Justice Department will conduct a fair investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown. Also, Landlords and tenants in Los Angeles are supporting a new plan allowing permits for illegal apartments. Then, are you a digital hoarder?
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Listen 1:38:23Missouri Governor Jay Nixon lifted the curfew in Ferguson, but confusion over restrictions on protests only seemed to fuel frustrations and confusion. Also, New CEO of the Los Angeles Times talks future of the paper, media. Then, farmers, redheads, Jews and microhome-owners: The very big world of niche dating.Missouri Governor Jay Nixon lifted the curfew in Ferguson, but confusion over restrictions on protests only seemed to fuel frustrations and confusion. Also, New CEO of the Los Angeles Times talks future of the paper, media. Then, farmers, redheads, Jews and microhome-owners: The very big world of niche dating. -
Listen 1:38:22Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has activated the National Guard in an attempt to restore order in Ferguson after a week of protests.. Also, there’s a growing division within the Democratic party over how the U.S. should address the crises in Syria and Iraq. Then, how do you identify yourself socioeconomically?Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has activated the National Guard in an attempt to restore order in Ferguson after a week of protests.. Also, there’s a growing division within the Democratic party over how the U.S. should address the crises in Syria and Iraq. Then, how do you identify yourself socioeconomically?
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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