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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: 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.
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
  • What are the best tv & movie titles?

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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.
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    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.
    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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    Orange County is considering a Megan's Law-style website for dogs considered dangerous. Sound like a good idea? Then, we're talking about the situation in Miami that's sparked up conversations about bullying in the NFL. Then, we'll find out how to trick our brains into eating healthier this holiday season. Later, we'll discuss the pros and cons of building a desalination plant in Huntington Beach and talk about the humanization of robots. Then, Beetles or Stones? Mick and Keith or John and Paul? Let us know which bands or artists compete to be your favorite!
    Orange County is considering a Megan's Law-style website for dogs considered dangerous. Sound like a good idea? Then, we're talking about the situation in Miami that's sparked up conversations about bullying in the NFL. Then, we'll find out how to trick our brains into eating healthier this holiday season. Later, we'll discuss the pros and cons of building a desalination plant in Huntington Beach and talk about the humanization of robots. Then, Beetles or Stones? Mick and Keith or John and Paul? Let us know which bands or artists compete to be your favorite!
  • Listen 1:35:05
    After Friday's shooting at LAX, debates have arisen over whether TSA agents should be armed. We'll talk about what kind of security changes, if any, should take place at airports. Then, is the limit for non-economic malpractice damages too low? The Supreme Court's review of prayers before government meetings and Marvin Gaye's family's lawsuit against Robin Thicke over his song "Blurred Lines." Do they have a case? Later, we're talking to the author of a biography of Jim Henson, the man behind the muppets.
    After Friday's shooting at LAX, debates have arisen over whether TSA agents should be armed. We'll talk about what kind of security changes, if any, should take place at airports. Then, is the limit for non-economic malpractice damages too low? The Supreme Court's review of prayers before government meetings and Marvin Gaye's family's lawsuit against Robin Thicke over his song "Blurred Lines." Do they have a case? Later, we're talking to the author of a biography of Jim Henson, the man behind the muppets.
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    Today we are airing KPCC's continued coverage of the shooting at Los Angeles International Airport.
    Today we are airing KPCC's continued coverage of the shooting at Los Angeles International Airport.
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    The FAA relaxes its policy on the use of gadgets on planes. What do you think of the new regulations? Then, a woman received a citation for driving while wearing Google Glasses. Should Google Glass be banned from the car? Next, are Halloween costumes getting a little too gory and racy? Then, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But, have corporate sponsors and stunts derailed the message of Breast Cancer Awareness? A new report found that helmets don't necessarily reduce injury risk for young athletes. What can be done to ensure greater safety for kids? Lastly, we'll talk with author Stephen Jimenez about the murder of Matthew Shepard.
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    John Deasy will stay on as LAUSD Superintendent through June 2016. Do you think his contract should have been extended? Next, a proposal could change the carpool lanes on I-405 into pay-as-you-go toll lanes. Is this a good idea? Then, we feature our OC Roundtable to talk about issues facing residents in Orange County. Next, are police policies endangering the public? And what do you call your significant other who you're not married to? Lastly, we'll talk about Halloween costumes. Just how politically correct must we be?
    John Deasy will stay on as LAUSD Superintendent through June 2016. Do you think his contract should have been extended? Next, a proposal could change the carpool lanes on I-405 into pay-as-you-go toll lanes. Is this a good idea? Then, we feature our OC Roundtable to talk about issues facing residents in Orange County. Next, are police policies endangering the public? And what do you call your significant other who you're not married to? Lastly, we'll talk about Halloween costumes. Just how politically correct must we be?
  • Listen 1:34:21
    As Obamacare continues to roll out, some people will lose their current insurance. What impact will this have on people signing up? Then, LAUSD Superintendent John Deasy will get his annual review today. Do you think he is doing a good job? Next, we'll preview the upcoming game of the Lakers versus the Clippers, and do clutch athletes really exist? Then, how much did President Obama really know about spying on foreign leaders? Next, Christmas decorations are already up in stores. Why is this happening earlier each year? Lastly, we talk with Peter Mullin about the new program at the Art Center College of Design.
    As Obamacare continues to roll out, some people will lose their current insurance. What impact will this have on people signing up? Then, LAUSD Superintendent John Deasy will get his annual review today. Do you think he is doing a good job? Next, we'll preview the upcoming game of the Lakers versus the Clippers, and do clutch athletes really exist? Then, how much did President Obama really know about spying on foreign leaders? Next, Christmas decorations are already up in stores. Why is this happening earlier each year? Lastly, we talk with Peter Mullin about the new program at the Art Center College of Design.
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    Univision and ABC are launching a new network, Fusion, aimed at reaching young Latinos. How will this network be different? Then, journalists Glenn Greenwald and Bill Keller debated if news can be impartial. Is there still a place for advocacy journalism? Next, do men and women look for different things when they date online? Which dating apps have you tried? Then, the FDA wants to restrict access to addictive painkillers. Will this drop the rate of abuse? Lastly, we talk with conductor David Lockington about Pasadena Symphony's new season, and we look at new changes at the Skirball Cultural Center.
    Univision and ABC are launching a new network, Fusion, aimed at reaching young Latinos. How will this network be different? Then, journalists Glenn Greenwald and Bill Keller debated if news can be impartial. Is there still a place for advocacy journalism? Next, do men and women look for different things when they date online? Which dating apps have you tried? Then, the FDA wants to restrict access to addictive painkillers. Will this drop the rate of abuse? Lastly, we talk with conductor David Lockington about Pasadena Symphony's new season, and we look at new changes at the Skirball Cultural Center.
  • Listen 1:35:02
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    Rumors are circulating that LAUSD Superintendent John Deasy may resign from his post of the second largest school district in the country. Do you think he should step down? Next, the tech industry still remains a heavily male dominated field. What is it like being a woman in the tech industry? Then, TGIF it's Filmweek with our critics talking about "The Counselor," American Promise," and more! Lastly, we'll talk with author David Thomson about moments that make the movies.
  • Listen 1:35:07
    The contractors for the Affordable Care Act website have some explaining to do. How long will it take to fix the glitches in the site? Then, Rep. Darrell Issa is planning to introduce new immigration legislation. What are the chances it passes? And is it time for Newport Beach’s “blackball” flag to come down for good? Later, we'll talk about accusations that the US has been tapping into German Chancellor Angela Merkel's phone. And Starbucks is trying to make tea relevant. Can it do what it did with coffee in the states? Then, we'll find out why we all love social media so much.
    The contractors for the Affordable Care Act website have some explaining to do. How long will it take to fix the glitches in the site? Then, Rep. Darrell Issa is planning to introduce new immigration legislation. What are the chances it passes? And is it time for Newport Beach’s “blackball” flag to come down for good? Later, we'll talk about accusations that the US has been tapping into German Chancellor Angela Merkel's phone. And Starbucks is trying to make tea relevant. Can it do what it did with coffee in the states? Then, we'll find out why we all love social media so much.
  • Listen 1:35:04
    The Bart strike may be over, but the strike forced many commuters to seek alternative transportation. Should public transit workers be banned from striking? Then, White House staffer Jofi Joseph was fired from his post as senior National Security Council because of his anonymous twitter account. Should he have been fired? Next, should news organizations shut out extreme alternative voices in debates? Then, what are the pros and cons of working with your spouse? Lastly, we talk with author Linda Robinson about her book that gives an intimate look at the U.S. Special Ops in Afghanistan.
    The Bart strike may be over, but the strike forced many commuters to seek alternative transportation. Should public transit workers be banned from striking? Then, White House staffer Jofi Joseph was fired from his post as senior National Security Council because of his anonymous twitter account. Should he have been fired? Next, should news organizations shut out extreme alternative voices in debates? Then, what are the pros and cons of working with your spouse? Lastly, we talk with author Linda Robinson about her book that gives an intimate look at the U.S. Special Ops in Afghanistan.

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