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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.
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  • 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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    Today on AirTalk, we are continuing our series on The State of California Prisons. Today we discuss the ethics of solitary confinement and the impacts on mental health. Also on the show, school district representatives respond to why students’ test scores are not released yet; the latest on Covid-19 in LA county; and more.
    The State May Delay The Release Of School Test Scores — How Would Learning Be Impacted?
    Today on AirTalk, we are continuing our series on The State of California Prisons. Today we discuss the ethics of solitary confinement and the impacts on mental health. Also on the show, school district representatives respond to why students’ test scores are not released yet; the latest on Covid-19 in LA county; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, where is Governor Gavin Newsom at on those new legislation bills? He has 500 more to decide in just five days. Also on the show, we breakdown the latest on prisons in California; NASA is bringing sci-fi fantasy to life today; and more.
    To Sign Or To Veto? That Is Gov. Newsom’s Question, Plus Could We Soon See A Workers Comp Overhaul?
    Today on AirTalk, where is Governor Gavin Newsom at on those new legislation bills? He has 500 more to decide in just five days. Also on the show, we breakdown the latest on prisons in California; NASA is bringing sci-fi fantasy to life today; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, the latest on LAUSD’s plan to combat the ongoing drug crisis on school campuses. This comes after seven reported overdoses within the last month. Also on the show, why are nuclear threats so common?; FilmWeek; and more.
    After Slew Of Overdoses, LAUSD Will Distribute Opioid Reversal Treatment Narcan In Schools
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on LAUSD’s plan to combat the ongoing drug crisis on school campuses. This comes after seven reported overdoses within the last month. Also on the show, why are nuclear threats so common?; FilmWeek; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, a recap on last night’s L.A Mayoral and County Sheriff debate— what the candidates said and how it will impact the polls. Also on the show, coastal fogs and the significance to our state’s ecosystem; the latest in Iran; and more.
    Recapping Wednesday Night’s Mayoral, Sheriff Debates
    Today on AirTalk, a recap on last night’s L.A Mayoral and County Sheriff debate— what the candidates said and how it will impact the polls. Also on the show, coastal fogs and the significance to our state’s ecosystem; the latest in Iran; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, the latest on supervisor Sheila Kuehl's investigation as the case is being taken over by the state. Also on the show, an updated on diesel trucks; the increase of return-to-office workers; SoCal coyotes; and more.
    AG’s Office Takes Over LASD’s Investigation Into Supervisor Sheila Kuehl — What Happens Now?
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on supervisor Sheila Kuehl's investigation as the case is being taken over by the state. Also on the show, an updated on diesel trucks; the increase of return-to-office workers; SoCal coyotes; and more.
  • Erica Suter, director of the Innocence Project Clinic at the University of Baltimore School of Law and Adnan Syed's attorney, speaks outside a courthouse in Baltimore, Maryland, September 19, 2022.
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    Today on AirTalk, the latest on Adnan Syed’s famous ‘Serial’ case as he is released from prison. Also on the show, the past and future of EVs; difficult name pronunciation and employment; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    Adnan Syed Of ‘Serial’ Has Been Released From Prison – What Does This Mean And How Did The Podcast Contribute To His Freedom?
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on Adnan Syed’s famous ‘Serial’ case as he is released from prison. Also on the show, the past and future of EVs; difficult name pronunciation and employment; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl is seen at the AIDS Monument Groundbreaking on June 05, 2021 in West Hollywood, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, an update on the Sheriff’s investigation into Supervisor Kuehl. Also on the program, human composting in California; parents and college drop offs; the Queen is laid to rest; and more.
    Latest On Sheriff’s Department’s Probe Into LA County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl
    Today on AirTalk, an update on the Sheriff’s investigation into Supervisor Kuehl. Also on the program, human composting in California; parents and college drop offs; the Queen is laid to rest; and more.
  • LA County Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas attends LA Promise Fund's Annual Summit at USC Galen Center on September 28, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, a former USC Dean of Social Work will plead guilty to an LA County bribery scandal. Also on the program, staying friends with an ex; cybersecurity in education; FilmWeek; and more.
    Former USC Dean Will Plead Guilty To Bribing Then LA County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas
    Today on AirTalk, a former USC Dean of Social Work will plead guilty to an LA County bribery scandal. Also on the program, staying friends with an ex; cybersecurity in education; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Governor of California Gavin Newsom speaks onstage during Vox Media's 2022 Code Conference
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at what’s in store for the newly signed CARE courts law. Also on the program, a railroad strike breakdown; Los Angeles street psychiatry; and more.
    Gov. Newsom Signs Controversial CARE Courts Bill Into Law
    Today on AirTalk, we look at what’s in store for the newly signed CARE courts law. Also on the program, a railroad strike breakdown; Los Angeles street psychiatry; and more.
  • Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl is seen at the AIDS Monument Groundbreaking on June 05, 2021 in West Hollywood, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, the latest on the Los Angeles Sheriff’s deputies search warrant for the home of Los Angeles Supervisor Sheila Kuehl. Also on the program, gasoline prices; gambling proposition ads; and more.
    LA Sheriff’s Deputies Search Home Of Supervisor Sheila Kuehl
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on the Los Angeles Sheriff’s deputies search warrant for the home of Los Angeles Supervisor Sheila Kuehl. Also on the program, gasoline prices; gambling proposition ads; 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