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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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Today on AirTalk: State of the Union; What are 5200 holds? Decorating as a couple; New research on how Black Americans define family; and Healing from sibling sexual abuse.
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Listen 1:25:54Today on AirTalk, The latest on the I-10 freeway closure. Also on the show, looking back at five years since the Woolsey Fire; Professor Molly Manning on her new book The War of Words; the importance of the Tustin Hangars; navigating family gatherings during the holidays and more.Today on AirTalk, The latest on the I-10 freeway closure. Also on the show, looking back at five years since the Woolsey Fire; Professor Molly Manning on her new book The War of Words; the importance of the Tustin Hangars; navigating family gatherings during the holidays and more. -
Listen 1:39:19Today on AirTalk, Veteran Series: the issues facing millions of women who return home from service. Also on the show, celebrating Diwali with these sweet treats; how this viral test tells if your relationship is meant to last; FilmWeek: ‘The Marvels’ ‘Your Lucky Day,’ ‘Bella’ and more.Today on AirTalk, Veteran Series: the issues facing millions of women who return home from service. Also on the show, celebrating Diwali with these sweet treats; how this viral test tells if your relationship is meant to last; FilmWeek: ‘The Marvels’ ‘Your Lucky Day,’ ‘Bella’ and more. -
Listen 1:39:27Today on AirTalk, Hollywood strikes end as SAG-AFTRA reaches a deal with studios. Also on the show, author Sarah Royal discusses her biography A.K.A. Lucy: The Dynamic And Determined Life Of Lucille Ball; Veterans Series IV: Kai Ryssdal discusses his experience as a U.S. Navy veteran; TV-Talk: 6 Shows To Watch Including ‘The Curse,’ ‘For All Mankind,’ ‘Everyone Else Burns’ and more.
Today on AirTalk, Hollywood strikes end as SAG-AFTRA reaches a deal with studios. Also on the show, author Sarah Royal discusses her biography A.K.A. Lucy: The Dynamic And Determined Life Of Lucille Ball; Veterans Series IV: Kai Ryssdal discusses his experience as a U.S. Navy veteran; TV-Talk: 6 Shows To Watch Including ‘The Curse,’ ‘For All Mankind,’ ‘Everyone Else Burns’ and more. -
Listen 1:39:30Today on AirTalk, new research from UCLA examines the conditions of young California workers. Also on the show, how deepfake AI pornography is influencing your life; an interview with The Doors drummer John Densmore on his new book ; Veteran Series: understanding VA benefits and more.Today on AirTalk, new research from UCLA examines the conditions of young California workers. Also on the show, how deepfake AI pornography is influencing your life; an interview with The Doors drummer John Densmore on his new book ; Veteran Series: understanding VA benefits and more. -
Today on AirTalk, CalMatters investigation into EDD. Also on the show, SCOTUS hears arguments today on Second Amendment gun rights; a new book examines the life of Mollie Moon; Veteran Series: mental health and PTSD. -
Listen 1:39:20Today on AirTalk, SAG-AFTRA reviewing ‘Last, Best, and Final Offer’ from studios. Also on the show, theoretical physicist Kip Thorne and artist Lia Halloran on their new book The Warped Side of Our Universe; introducing the Veterans Series: taking a look at the challenges vets face in Southern California; the history of SoCal programmatic architecture and more.Today on AirTalk, SAG-AFTRA reviewing ‘Last, Best, and Final Offer’ from studios. Also on the show, theoretical physicist Kip Thorne and artist Lia Halloran on their new book The Warped Side of Our Universe; introducing the Veterans Series: taking a look at the challenges vets face in Southern California; the history of SoCal programmatic architecture and more. -
Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Cedar Fair and Six Flags merger. Also on the show, radio's wartime role; testing bargain burgers for food friday; FilmWeek: ‘Fingernails,’ ‘Four Daughters,’ ‘Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project’ and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Local safety concerns amid the war in Gaza. Also on the show, our hangup with the word cougar; everything you need to know about the Beatles new ai song; TV-Talk: 6 Shows To Watch Including ‘Bodies’ & ‘Invincible;’ Talking The Latest TV News and more. -
Today on AirTalk, People with foreign passports enter Rafah crossing. Also on the show, SCOTUS to hear Vidal v Elster trademarking case; the history of gossip; Olympic gold medalist Caster Semenya discusses her new memoir and more. -
Today on AirTalk, CSU faculty voted to strike if necessary. Also on the show, author David Kipen discusses his new book on California; a new study finds a link between joint bank accounts and happy marriages; using sick days for time off 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