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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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President Trump has a proposal to end the war in Ukraine. What does it say and will it work?
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Recent Episodes
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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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Today on AirTalk: Warner Bros. Discovery sale; pending federal court cases; Thanksgiving side dishes; and CBP surveillance.
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Listen 1:39:21Today on AirTalk, we remember baseball legend Willie Mays. Also on the show, CBS Morning Correspondent Mo Rocca drops by to talk about his new book ‘Roctogenarians: Late In Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs;’ we explore why California cannabis products are testing positive for dangerous pesticides; we explore the history of LGBTQ+ cinema with author Alonso Duralde and his book ‘Hollywood Pride;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Today on AirTalk, we remember baseball legend Willie Mays. Also on the show, CBS Morning Correspondent Mo Rocca drops by to talk about his new book ‘Roctogenarians: Late In Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs;’ we explore why California cannabis products are testing positive for dangerous pesticides; we explore the history of LGBTQ+ cinema with author Alonso Duralde and his book ‘Hollywood Pride;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
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Listen 1:39:13Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles Unified School district this morning considers whether to ban cellphones on school campuses. Also on the show, we look into why Americans are holding on to their cars for longer; we preview the latest Imperfect Paradise series ‘Return to Mexico;’ actor Griffin Dunne stops by to talk about his new memoir ‘Friday Afternoon Club;’ and more.Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles Unified School district this morning considers whether to ban cellphones on school campuses. Also on the show, we look into why Americans are holding on to their cars for longer; we preview the latest Imperfect Paradise series ‘Return to Mexico;’ actor Griffin Dunne stops by to talk about his new memoir ‘Friday Afternoon Club;’ and more.
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Listen 1:39:22Today on AirTalk, the latest on the wildfires burning through Southern California and what it means for this year’s fire season. Also on the show, we examine if COVID is exacerbating cancerous cell growth; we visit some of the lesser known LGBTQ+ landmarks and neighborhoods of Los Angeles; we look into the California budget and what to expect for the new fiscal year; and more.Today on AirTalk, the latest on the wildfires burning through Southern California and what it means for this year’s fire season. Also on the show, we examine if COVID is exacerbating cancerous cell growth; we visit some of the lesser known LGBTQ+ landmarks and neighborhoods of Los Angeles; we look into the California budget and what to expect for the new fiscal year; and more.
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Listen 1:39:20Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about a Superior Court judge’s ruling on Thursday against a landlord that sought to carry out one of Los Angeles’ largest mass evictions. Also on the show, we examine regret and its function in human existence; the owners of the soon-to-be open ghost kitchen BOX Chicken gives us a preview of their Japanese-American fried chicken; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Jude Law talks about his new film ‘Firebrand;’ and more.Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about a Superior Court judge’s ruling on Thursday against a landlord that sought to carry out one of Los Angeles’ largest mass evictions. Also on the show, we examine regret and its function in human existence; the owners of the soon-to-be open ghost kitchen BOX Chicken gives us a preview of their Japanese-American fried chicken; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Jude Law talks about his new film ‘Firebrand;’ and more.
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Listen 1:39:28Today on AirTalk, University of Miami President Julio Frenk has been announced as UCLA’s new chancellor. Also on the show, a look into why PTSD is on the rise in college students; how TV sitcoms led the way for queer visibility and gay rights; Jesse Thorn previews tonight’s live taping of ‘Bullseye’ at LAist; Our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Today on AirTalk, University of Miami President Julio Frenk has been announced as UCLA’s new chancellor. Also on the show, a look into why PTSD is on the rise in college students; how TV sitcoms led the way for queer visibility and gay rights; Jesse Thorn previews tonight’s live taping of ‘Bullseye’ at LAist; Our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
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Listen 1:39:34Today on AirTalk, we remember NBA legend Jerry West. Also on the show, how to prepare for a loved one’s final moments; everything you need to know about California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten rollout for 2025-2026; we examine why the FDA overwhelmingly voted against the medical benefits of MDMA; and more.Today on AirTalk, we remember NBA legend Jerry West. Also on the show, how to prepare for a loved one’s final moments; everything you need to know about California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten rollout for 2025-2026; we examine why the FDA overwhelmingly voted against the medical benefits of MDMA; and more.
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Listen 1:39:29Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more.Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more.
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Listen 1:40:07Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and more.Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and more.
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Listen 1:01:00Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.
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Listen 1:00:42Today on AirTalk, the Lakers are reportedly targeting UConn’s Dan Hurley for head coach. Also on the show, a desert town community is upset over the planned destruction of thousands of Joshua Trees for a new solar power project; Knott’s Berry Farm asks visitors to call out line-jumpers; why ‘survive ‘til 25’ has become the new entertainment industry motto; corporate America is tuning out this year’s election; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Today on AirTalk, the Lakers are reportedly targeting UConn’s Dan Hurley for head coach. Also on the show, a desert town community is upset over the planned destruction of thousands of Joshua Trees for a new solar power project; Knott’s Berry Farm asks visitors to call out line-jumpers; why ‘survive ‘til 25’ has become the new entertainment industry motto; corporate America is tuning out this year’s election; our TV critics review the latest shows; 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