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Tax Weed? The question of legalizing pot comes up all the time. But if it is legalized some day, should it be taxed? And if so, how much? Then... Larry talks to writer K.C. Cole about her book “Something Incredibly Wonderful Happens: Frank Oppenheimer and the World He Made Up"

Larry talks to experts about the future of NASA's space ambition. Also, Larry has the latest on Michael Vick's return to football. On FilmWeek our reviewers discuss the week's new releases including District 9, The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard, Ponyo, The Time Traveler’s Wife and many more. Then, in light of news that Steven Spielberg will remake the Jimmy Stewart classic film, “Harvey," we open the phones to ask, which films should NOT be re-made? All that and the latest news...

Larry discusses the issues surrounding the current health care debate. Then, AirTalk broadcasts Wednesday evening's Constitutional Convention at the Center for the Preservation of Democracy. Larry Mantle and guests pick apart the present budget system and make specific proposals to change the way California does business.

Larry taks about the Autry museum scrapping its plans for expansion. Then, its the latest news from Afghanistan. And, he discusses Equality California's new plan for legalizing gay marriage. Finally, Larry talks with food writer Russ Parsons about his friendship with Julia Child.

Larry talks about the legal feasibility of prosecutions within the Bush Administration. Then it's the politics of the health care debate. And, he will talk with author William Vollman about his new book, "Imperial" about the Imperial Valley. Finally it is a discussion about the new book by David Mas Masumoto, "Wisdom Of The Last Farmer."

Larry talks about the Governor's Commission on the 21s Century Economy and their efforts to reform California's tax system. Then, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has set an aggressive agenda for his last year as Governor. What can he realistically hope to accomplish during his final term? What would you like to see him try to do? Larry talks about it. And, Larry discusses text books going digital. And, finally, he talks with Rich Cohen about his new book, "Israel is Real: An Obsessive Quest to Understand the Jewish Nation and Its History."

Larry Mantle talks with California historian Kevin Starr about his new book, "Golden Dreams." Then, its FilmWeek with reviews of all the week's new releases including G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra, Julie & Julia, Cold Souls, Paper Heart, Fragments, and A Woman in Berlin, among others. Then, he will talk about the deaths of screenwriter Bud Schulberg and writer/director John Hughes, and take calls from listeners.

Larry talks about the impact of Chief William Bratton's resignation as Police Chief of Los Angeles. Then, he will get all the latest news from Orange County. And, he will talk about the dynamics between nannies and the families they work for.

Larry gets the latest on Los Angeles Police Department Chief, William Bratton's announcement to step down. Then, is the California dream over? Also, a discussion about the release of U.S. Journalists Laura Ling and Euna Lee during former President Clinton’s visit to North Korea. Then, federal judges have ordered California to release 43,000 inmates over the next two years. Finally, Larry talks with jazz icon Herbie Hancock.

Larry talks about the recent study that shows antidepressant use is up 50 percent. Then, a discussion about the latest research on vitamin D, is it the next wonder supplement? And, he will talk about allowing financial incentives to increase the supply of available organs. All that and the latest news.....