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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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  • A Waymo autonomous vehicle on Steiner Street in San Francisco, on November 17, 2023.
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    Today on AirTalk, Waymo's robotaxi service lands in LA. Also on the show, tips to help you recognize burnout; the death of beloved cable networks; TV Talk: Girls5Eva, The Girls On The Bus, Quiet On Set; and more.
    Waymo’s Robotaxi Service Expands Into Los Angeles
    Today on AirTalk, Waymo's robotaxi service lands in LA. Also on the show, tips to help you recognize burnout; the death of beloved cable networks; TV Talk: Girls5Eva, The Girls On The Bus, Quiet On Set; and more.
  • In this photo illustration, the TikTok app is seen on a phone on March 13, 2024.
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    Today on AirTalk, the House passes bill banning TikTok. Also on the show, listeners dish on their book clubs; TikTok and Universal Music Groups beef explained; interview with ‘Battle For The Bird’ author Kurt Wagner; and more.
    House Passes Bill That Would Lead To A TikTok Ban If Chinese Owner Doesn’t Sell
    Today on AirTalk, the House passes bill banning TikTok. Also on the show, listeners dish on their book clubs; TikTok and Universal Music Groups beef explained; interview with ‘Battle For The Bird’ author Kurt Wagner; and more.
  • Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle at night, lit up in pink and purple, with a statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse in front.
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    Today on AirTalk, Disney is one step closer to breaking ground on expansion. Also on the show, a new report on LAPD’s ‘less lethal’ weapons; red wine might not be so good for you after all; AI could help us communicate with animals; and more.
    Disneyland Expansion Clears Anaheim’s Planning Commission
    Today on AirTalk, Disney is one step closer to breaking ground on expansion. Also on the show, a new report on LAPD’s ‘less lethal’ weapons; red wine might not be so good for you after all; AI could help us communicate with animals; and more.
  • Canadian actor Ryan Gosling (C) performs "I'm Just Ken" from "Barbie" onstage during the 96th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 10, 2024.
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    Today on AirTalk, 96th Academy Awards highlights. Also on the show, check up on California almonds; a garbage dump makeover in Sun Valley; everything you need to know about exercise addiction; and more.
    Oppenheimer’s Photo Finish – We Break Down Hollywood's Biggest Night
    Today on AirTalk, 96th Academy Awards highlights. Also on the show, check up on California almonds; a garbage dump makeover in Sun Valley; everything you need to know about exercise addiction; and more.
  • U.S. President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address during a joint meeting of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol on March 07, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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    Today on AirTalk, key takeaways from the State of the Union address. Also on the show, the art of small talk; FilmWeek’s 22nd Annual Academy Awards Preview Show; and more.
    Takeaways From President Biden’s State Of The Union Address
    Today on AirTalk, key takeaways from the State of the Union address. Also on the show, the art of small talk; FilmWeek’s 22nd Annual Academy Awards Preview Show; and more.
  • Defense attorney Jason Bowles redirects blame toward actor Alec Baldwin who held the gun in the Rust movie production shooting during opening arguments in the trial for armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed on charges of involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence in Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer's courtroom at First Judicial District Courthouse on February 22, 2024 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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    Today on AirTalk, ‘Rust’ manslaughter verdict. Also on the show, listeners share  their favorite quintessentially Californian films; history of SoCal Latino politics;TV-Talk: ‘The Gentlemen,’ ‘Elsbeth,’ ‘Completely Made Up Adventures of Dick Turpin’; and more.
    Following Guilty Verdict In Involuntary Manslaughter Trial Of ‘Rust’ Armorer, How Film Sets Have Changed To Guard Against Future Accidents
    Today on AirTalk, ‘Rust’ manslaughter verdict. Also on the show, listeners share  their favorite quintessentially Californian films; history of SoCal Latino politics;TV-Talk: ‘The Gentlemen,’ ‘Elsbeth,’ ‘Completely Made Up Adventures of Dick Turpin’; and more.
  • Election materials sit at the ready atop a table at the California Historical Radio Society on March 5, 2024 in Alameda, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, LAist reporters breakdown LA primary election results. Also on the show, listeners share how they feel about California’s jungle primary; bad movies that you can’t help but love; and more.
    It’s The Day After Primary Elections, What Do The Early Results Look Like In Los Angeles?
    Today on AirTalk, LAist reporters breakdown LA primary election results. Also on the show, listeners share how they feel about California’s jungle primary; bad movies that you can’t help but love; and more.
  • A University Campus. A long outdoor hallway with lights hanging leads to archways with greenery beyond. To the right of the frame are arched stone pillars and a clay roof.
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    The law would ban state financial aid for private universities in California that consider legacy in admissions.
    New Bill Targets Legacy Admissions At Private Colleges
    The law would ban state financial aid for private universities in California that consider legacy in admissions.
  • "I Voted" stickers at the ready atop a table at the Allen Temple Voting Center on March 5, 2024 in Oakland, United States. 15 States and one U.S.
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    Today on AirTalk, Panera Bread wage scandal. Also on the show, listeners share how they vote on Super Tuesday; Hollywood-Burbank Airport gets a facelift ; Larry interviews LA Mayor Karen Bass; and more.
    Mail-In Or March To The Polling Center; How Are You Voting These Days?
    Today on AirTalk, Panera Bread wage scandal. Also on the show, listeners share how they vote on Super Tuesday; Hollywood-Burbank Airport gets a facelift ; Larry interviews LA Mayor Karen Bass; and more.
  • A voter prepares their ballot at a voting booth during early voting
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    Today on AirTalk, Breaking down Tuesday’s local primary elections. Also on the show, a new bill targets legacy admissions in higher education; the future of sports journalism; Larry Interviews Nisha Pahuja on her new documentary ‘To Kill A Tiger’; and more.
    Previewing Tuesday’s Local Primary Elections Across Southern California
    Today on AirTalk, Breaking down Tuesday’s local primary elections. Also on the show, a new bill targets legacy admissions in higher education; the future of sports journalism; Larry Interviews Nisha Pahuja on her new documentary ‘To Kill A Tiger’; and more.
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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