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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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Today on AirTalk: A Ukrainian peace deal? Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? Food Friday: Armenian Bakery; FilmWeek: What should you watch this week; and Renate Reinsve joins the show.
Today on AirTalk:
  • A Ukrainian peace deal?
  • Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods?
  • Food Friday: Armenian Bakery
  • FilmWeek: What should you watch this week
  • Renate Reinsve joins the show

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  • Writers on the picket line on the fourth day of the strike by the Writers Guild of America march past Netflix in Hollywood, California, on May 5, 2023
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    Today on AirTalk, the Directors Guild reached a tentative contract agreement. Also on the show, how Los Angeles boxers can access their pensions; the growing symptoms and effects of long COVID; we talk to Council District 6 candidates Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz; and more.
    The Directors Guild Has Reached A Deal With The Studios – How Will This Affect The Writers And Actors Unions?
    Today on AirTalk, the Directors Guild reached a tentative contract agreement. Also on the show, how Los Angeles boxers can access their pensions; the growing symptoms and effects of long COVID; we talk to Council District 6 candidates Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz; and more.
  • The California State Capitol building in Sacramento
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    Today on AirTalk, the California State Legislature considers several bills affecting renters. Also on the show, Las Vegas casinos are making it harder for players to win; the social minefield of being the sober friend; FilmWeek; and more.
    The Eviction Protections Renters Should Know About That Are Up For Consideration In The California Legislature
    Today on AirTalk, the California State Legislature considers several bills affecting renters. Also on the show, Las Vegas casinos are making it harder for players to win; the social minefield of being the sober friend; FilmWeek; and more.
  • A man looks around property where a house was destroyed by the McKinney Fire in the Klamath National Forest near Yreka, California, on August 3, 2022
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    Today on AirTalk, State Farm will no longer offer homeowner insurance to new California customers. Also on the show, how parents can support their children’s coming out; the status of LA County’s juvenile halls; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
    State Farm Will No Longer Sell New Home Insurance In California. What Happens Now?
    Today on AirTalk, State Farm will no longer offer homeowner insurance to new California customers. Also on the show, how parents can support their children’s coming out; the status of LA County’s juvenile halls; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
  • Sheron Lawin (L), a member of the Board of Prison Terms commissioners, listens to Leslie Van Houten (R), after her parole was denied 28 June 2002 at the California Institution for Women in Corona, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, Leslie Van Houten's parole decision. Also on the show, we discuss India’s caste system; LA County’s drug harm reduction strategy; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s latest; and more.
    Rehashing Leslie Van Houten’s Role In Manson Killings And Why Her Parole Is So Controversial
    Today on AirTalk, Leslie Van Houten's parole decision. Also on the show, we discuss India’s caste system; LA County’s drug harm reduction strategy; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s latest; and more.
  • The sun rises behind the U.S. Capitol Building on May 30, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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    Today on AirTalk, the debt limit deal goes to Congress. Also on the show, Zev Yaroslavsky details his career in LA politics from activist to elected official; should actors get paid for auditions?; and more.
    President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy Reach Debt Ceiling Deal. Will Their Colleagues Pass It?
    Today on AirTalk, the debt limit deal goes to Congress. Also on the show, Zev Yaroslavsky details his career in LA politics from activist to elected official; should actors get paid for auditions?; and more.
  • U.S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) speaks to reporters as he arrives at the U.S. Capitol on May 25, 2023 in Washington, DC. McCarthy spoke on the ongoing debt limit negotiations.
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    Today on AirTalk, the debt ceiling inches closer. Also on the show, the first ten words for the upcoming Oxford Dictionary for African American English; is mental health awareness doing more harm than good?; FilmWeek; and more.
    Ahead Of The Holiday Weekend, What’s The Latest On The Debt Ceiling Negotiations?
    Today on AirTalk, the debt ceiling inches closer. Also on the show, the first ten words for the upcoming Oxford Dictionary for African American English; is mental health awareness doing more harm than good?; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during an Iowa GOP reception on May 13, 2023 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown the GOP presidential primary candidates. Also on the show, Sheriff Luna joins us to discuss the latest on LA County jails and deputy gangs; Patricia Arquette talks about her new show 'High Desert'; this week's must watch with TV Talk; and more.
    Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Joins Crowded GOP Presidential Primary Field. Will This Crop Of Candidates Resonate With California Republicans?
    Today on AirTalk, we breakdown the GOP presidential primary candidates. Also on the show, Sheriff Luna joins us to discuss the latest on LA County jails and deputy gangs; Patricia Arquette talks about her new show 'High Desert'; this week's must watch with TV Talk; and more.
  • Transit passengers wear face masks as they disembark the Metro C Line, formerly Green Line, light rail train alongside the 105 Freeway at the Judge Harry Pregerson Interchange during rush hour traffic in Los Angeles, California on July 16, 2021.
    Listen 1:39:32
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    Today on AirTalk, what to expect from the Metro regional connector opening in June. Also on the show, is jury duty really that bad?; the investigation into LA County’s deputy gangs; the common fear of public speaking; and more.
    Metro Regional Connector, Connecting Azusa To Long Beach And Santa Monica To East LA, Opens Next Month
    Today on AirTalk, what to expect from the Metro regional connector opening in June. Also on the show, is jury duty really that bad?; the investigation into LA County’s deputy gangs; the common fear of public speaking; and more.
  • U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) (R) and Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-NC) exit the West Wing after meeting with President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House on May 22, 2023 in Washington, DC.
    Listen 1:39:22
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    Today on AirTalk, the latest on Biden and McCarthy's debt ceiling discussions. Also on the show, the climate-resistant crops sprouting up in California; states reach a deal for the Colorado River; we honor Vietnam POWs on their 50th anniversary of returning home; and more.
    Latest On Debt Ceiling As June Approaches And No Deal Set Made
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on Biden and McCarthy's debt ceiling discussions. Also on the show, the climate-resistant crops sprouting up in California; states reach a deal for the Colorado River; we honor Vietnam POWs on their 50th anniversary of returning home; and more.
  • Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates his run with Max Muncy #13 from a Will Smith #16 single, to take a 4-2 lead over the San Diego Padres, during the third inning at Dodger Stadium on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, the controversy over the Dodgers’ Pride Night honorees. Also on the show, the latest on California’s snowpack; undocumented students may be able to work on UC campuses; a new California bill may require universities to share revenue with athletes; and more.
    The Dodgers Uninvited An LA LGBTQ+ Nuns Group From Pride Night. Thoughts?
    Today on AirTalk, the controversy over the Dodgers’ Pride Night honorees. Also on the show, the latest on California’s snowpack; undocumented students may be able to work on UC campuses; a new California bill may require universities to share revenue with athletes; 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