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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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  • In this file photo taken on January 24, 2019, the California Compassionate Care Network (CCCN) marijuana dispensary's grow operation is one of the stops on the cannabis tour organized by L.A.-based Green Tours, in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, why California’s cannabis industry has hit a rough patch. Also on the show, the long history of the Hollywood sign; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s budget; and more.
    Why It’s A Tough Time For California’s Cannabis Industry
    Today on AirTalk, why California’s cannabis industry has hit a rough patch. Also on the show, the long history of the Hollywood sign; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s budget; and more.
  • Larry Mantle (L) with Harry Belafonte at KPCC.
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    Today on AirTalk, we remember singer and activist Harry Belafonte. Also on the show, how body dysmorphia presents in young men; what Dianne Feinstein’s absence means for the senate; how law schools are tackling issues of free speech; and more.
    Remembering Entertainer, Actor & Civil Rights Activist Harry Belafonte
    Today on AirTalk, we remember singer and activist Harry Belafonte. Also on the show, how body dysmorphia presents in young men; what Dianne Feinstein’s absence means for the senate; how law schools are tackling issues of free speech; and more.
  • A construction worker pushes his wheelbarrow past a homeless man sleeping on a Hollywood sidewalk on January 20, 2023 in Hollywood, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, we break down LA County’s new budget. Also on the show, Tucker Carlson leaves Fox News; Montana moves forward with its bill to ban TikTok; why people are choosing to reverse their cosmetic procedures; and more.
    Making Sense Of L.A. County’s Proposed $43 Billion Budget
    Today on AirTalk, we break down LA County’s new budget. Also on the show, Tucker Carlson leaves Fox News; Montana moves forward with its bill to ban TikTok; why people are choosing to reverse their cosmetic procedures; and more.
  • In this aerial photo, water is released from Lake Oroville down a spillway in Oroville, California, on April 16, 2023
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    Today on AirTalk, California plans to fill 100 percent of the state’s water requests. Also on the show, we discuss the myths surrounding the Millennial generation; how AI is changing aspects of our society and culture; FilmWeek; and more.
    For The First Time In 17 Years, CA Is Ready To Fill Everyone's Water Requests – But Isn’t The Future Looking Dry?
    Today on AirTalk, California plans to fill 100 percent of the state’s water requests. Also on the show, we discuss the myths surrounding the Millennial generation; how AI is changing aspects of our society and culture; FilmWeek; and more.
  • US President George W. Bush (R) receives a cowboy hat from Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan (L) and his wife Nancy Daly (C) after arriving at Los Angeles International Airport 28 May 2001 in California.
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    Today on AirTalk, former LA Mayor Richard Riordan dies at 92. Also on the show, the CDC approves a new COVID booster for spring; California proposes income based utility rates; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
    Reflecting On Former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan And What He Did For The City
    Today on AirTalk, former LA Mayor Richard Riordan dies at 92. Also on the show, the CDC approves a new COVID booster for spring; California proposes income based utility rates; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
  • The sun rises behind the U.S. Supreme Court Building on April 19, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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    Today on AirTalk, the supreme court is expected to reach a ruling on the use of the abortion pill mifepristone. Also on the show, LAPD Chief Moore joins us; how does federal security clearance work; what food best represents the state of California; and more.
    What To Know About The Supreme Court’s Expected Ruling Today On Most Common Abortion Drug, Mifepristone
    Today on AirTalk, the supreme court is expected to reach a ruling on the use of the abortion pill mifepristone. Also on the show, LAPD Chief Moore joins us; how does federal security clearance work; what food best represents the state of California; and more.
  • A homeless encampment along a street in Skid Row on Dec. 14, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Two days earlier, LA Mayor Karen Bass declared a state of emergency regarding homelessness in the city, where an estimated 40,000 residents are unhoused.
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    Today on AirTalk, we break down Mayor Bass’ State of the City address. Also on the show, the best books to read about Los Angeles; UTLA reaches a tentative agreement with LAUSD; the latest California’s reparations efforts ; and more.
    People Want To Know What Mayor Bass Is Going To Do About Homelessness. Here’s What She Said During The State Of The City Address
    Today on AirTalk, we break down Mayor Bass’ State of the City address. Also on the show, the best books to read about Los Angeles; UTLA reaches a tentative agreement with LAUSD; the latest California’s reparations efforts ; and more.
  • Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass speaks at the podium at the Lorena Plaza affordable housing project site
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    Today on AirTalk, what to expect from Mayor Karen Bass’s first State of the City Address. Also on the show, how the heavy rain has been affecting California’s bees; what a new survey on the decline in school violence tells us; what does it mean to be an American living in Los Angeles; and more.
    Mayor Karen Bass Will Deliver Her First State Of The City Address Tonight
    Today on AirTalk, what to expect from Mayor Karen Bass’s first State of the City Address. Also on the show, how the heavy rain has been affecting California’s bees; what a new survey on the decline in school violence tells us; what does it mean to be an American living in Los Angeles; and more.
  • The Twitter logo at their offices in New York City
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    Today on AirTalk, how NPR’s decision to leave Twitter is affecting the platform. Also on the show, how countries like China are dealing with declining birth rates; Disney says goodbye to Splash Mountain; FilmWeek; and more.
    Is Twitter A Lost Cause? We Discuss How Recent Decisions Might Impact The Platform’s Future
    Today on AirTalk, how NPR’s decision to leave Twitter is affecting the platform. Also on the show, how countries like China are dealing with declining birth rates; Disney says goodbye to Splash Mountain; FilmWeek; and more.
  • A view of the National Public Radio (NPR) headquarters on North Capitol Street in Washington, DC.
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    Today on AirTalk, NPR and its affiliate stations are leaving Twitter. Also on the show, California journalists experience limiting government access; spring is here and so is allergy season; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
    The Latest Controversies Surrounding Twitter After NPR And Affiliates Step Away From The Platform
    Today on AirTalk, NPR and its affiliate stations are leaving Twitter. Also on the show, California journalists experience limiting government access; spring is here and so is allergy season; this week’s TV Talk; 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