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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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Listen 1:39:02
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.
    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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  • Listen 1:35:00
    Today we'll debate whether journalists should reveal their sources. We'll also discuss the topless protests organized by FEMEN, and whether they get feminism right. Later, we'll consider Governor Jerry Brown's visit to China, talk about the potential crackdown on Los Angeles street vendors, and examine the significance of the pay gap for college professors. All that and more, on AirTalk.
    Today we'll debate whether journalists should reveal their sources. We'll also discuss the topless protests organized by FEMEN, and whether they get feminism right. Later, we'll consider Governor Jerry Brown's visit to China, talk about the potential crackdown on Los Angeles street vendors, and examine the significance of the pay gap for college professors. All that and more, on AirTalk.
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    Today on AirTalk, we remember Margaret Thatcher and discuss the legacy she left behind. We'll also talk about outdoor hockey and resale of digital products. Later, we'll consider the impact joining the Powerball lottery could have on California, debate the issue of whether to hire smokers, and look at how Annette Funicello went from Mouseketeer to pop culture icon.
    Today on AirTalk, we remember Margaret Thatcher and discuss the legacy she left behind. We'll also talk about outdoor hockey and resale of digital products. Later, we'll consider the impact joining the Powerball lottery could have on California, debate the issue of whether to hire smokers, and look at how Annette Funicello went from Mouseketeer to pop culture icon.
  • Listen 1:34:59
    After two hikers were found after an extensive search in Trabuco Canyon, another five are reportedly lost in Eaton Canyon. Should there be more signs or other deterrents for hikers? Also, should Obama cut Medicare and Social Security budgets to reduce the federal deficit, and should birth control be over-the-counter for all women, regardless of age? Later, our critics join us to review this week's films and remember Roger Ebert and his influence on film criticism.
    After two hikers were found after an extensive search in Trabuco Canyon, another five are reportedly lost in Eaton Canyon. Should there be more signs or other deterrents for hikers? Also, should Obama cut Medicare and Social Security budgets to reduce the federal deficit, and should birth control be over-the-counter for all women, regardless of age? Later, our critics join us to review this week's films and remember Roger Ebert and his influence on film criticism.
  • Listen 1:35:08
    Today on AirTalk we'll talk about North Korea's nuclear capabilities, consider whether Consumer Watchdog is the right choice for the insurance commission, and talk about the best way to block robocalls. Later, we'll weight the importance of knowing where your meat comes from, check in on updates to a proposed UN arms treaty, and speak with author Bess Lovejoy about the fates of famous corpses.
    Today on AirTalk we'll talk about North Korea's nuclear capabilities, consider whether Consumer Watchdog is the right choice for the insurance commission, and talk about the best way to block robocalls. Later, we'll weight the importance of knowing where your meat comes from, check in on updates to a proposed UN arms treaty, and speak with author Bess Lovejoy about the fates of famous corpses.
  • Listen 1:34:50
    Today on AirTalk we'll discuss former Rutgers coach Mice Rice's behavior on and off the court, examine a California hemp farming bill, and consider whether college athletes should be paid. Later, we'll talk about the Affordable Care Act as it applies to healthcare for seniors, look at changes to the housing market, and weigh the implications of AP style changes.
    Today on AirTalk we'll discuss former Rutgers coach Mice Rice's behavior on and off the court, examine a California hemp farming bill, and consider whether college athletes should be paid. Later, we'll talk about the Affordable Care Act as it applies to healthcare for seniors, look at changes to the housing market, and weigh the implications of AP style changes.
  • Listen 1:34:49
    Parental groups are outraged that the FCC may loosen their indecency rules. Also, the L. A. Board of Supervisors may reduce filming fees in the $56-million Grand Park. Will this make affect local residents or make the park a government-subsidized film set? Then, we look at ability grouping and tracking students is gaining popularity again, possibly new cell phone radiation emission standards, the Jackson family lawsuit against AEG and the new Angels that started off with a 13 inning win. Later, a former state representative makes the case for having two presidents.
    Parental groups are outraged that the FCC may loosen their indecency rules. Also, the L. A. Board of Supervisors may reduce filming fees in the $56-million Grand Park. Will this make affect local residents or make the park a government-subsidized film set? Then, we look at ability grouping and tracking students is gaining popularity again, possibly new cell phone radiation emission standards, the Jackson family lawsuit against AEG and the new Angels that started off with a 13 inning win. Later, a former state representative makes the case for having two presidents.
  • Listen 1:34:41
    Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in the case of Aurora shooter James Holmes. We'll discuss the trial and its potential outcomes. We'll also consider mounting tension at Pasadena Community College and talk about the rules that prevent girls from playing flag football in the Foothill Football League. Later, we'll examine New York's new paid sick leave law, check in on updates to the military situation in North Korea, and speak with author Kenneth Cukier about big data and the information age revolution.
    Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in the case of Aurora shooter James Holmes. We'll discuss the trial and its potential outcomes. We'll also consider mounting tension at Pasadena Community College and talk about the rules that prevent girls from playing flag football in the Foothill Football League. Later, we'll examine New York's new paid sick leave law, check in on updates to the military situation in North Korea, and speak with author Kenneth Cukier about big data and the information age revolution.
  • Listen 1:35:15
    Today on AirTalk we'll discuss high-rise buildings in the heart of Hollywood. We'll also examine changes to programming at NPR and the future of the call-in show. Later, we'll consider the gendarmerie in Mexico, and the upcoming baseball season. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's releases, and Tom Folsom joins us to discuss the works of Dennis Hooper.
    Today on AirTalk we'll discuss high-rise buildings in the heart of Hollywood. We'll also examine changes to programming at NPR and the future of the call-in show. Later, we'll consider the gendarmerie in Mexico, and the upcoming baseball season. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's releases, and Tom Folsom joins us to discuss the works of Dennis Hooper.
  • Listen 1:34:53
    A federal court ruled that a Lancaster City Council meeting's opening prayer that mentioned "Jesus" was constitutional. If different religions are invited to pray in government meetings, should mentioning religious figures be allowed? We'll also discuss the potential halt of California's $68-billion high-speed rail project due to a financial mismanagement lawsuit. Later, we'll look at why owners are willing to spend so much money on healthcare for pets, examine the weight behind North Korea's threats, and look into how restaurants strike back via Twitter for reservation no-shows. Then, author Shereen El Feki joins AirTalk to discuss changing sexual mores in the Arab world.
    A federal court ruled that a Lancaster City Council meeting's opening prayer that mentioned "Jesus" was constitutional. If different religions are invited to pray in government meetings, should mentioning religious figures be allowed? We'll also discuss the potential halt of California's $68-billion high-speed rail project due to a financial mismanagement lawsuit. Later, we'll look at why owners are willing to spend so much money on healthcare for pets, examine the weight behind North Korea's threats, and look into how restaurants strike back via Twitter for reservation no-shows. Then, author Shereen El Feki joins AirTalk to discuss changing sexual mores in the Arab world.
  • Listen 1:32:42
    Today we'll analyze today's Supreme Court hearing on the Defense of Marriage Act -- will this case add thousands of benefits for married same-sex couples? We'll also discuss changes to funding in state parks. Later, we'll consider later start times in Long Beach middle schools and speak with Freelancer's Bible author Sara Horowitz about the freelancer's union. All that and more, on AirTalk.
    Today we'll analyze today's Supreme Court hearing on the Defense of Marriage Act -- will this case add thousands of benefits for married same-sex couples? We'll also discuss changes to funding in state parks. Later, we'll consider later start times in Long Beach middle schools and speak with Freelancer's Bible author Sara Horowitz about the freelancer's union. All that and more, on AirTalk.

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