Next Up:
0:00
0:00
-
Listen Listen
-
Listen Listen
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).
To comment, contact 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.
To comment, contact 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.
Show Hosts
Featured Episode
-
Today on AirTalk: KNX ending FM simulcast; Prediction markets; How do you view mentorship? Facial recognition tech; and William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Have a question or comment about a segment? Want to pitch us a story?
Fill out the form below, and please include an email address so we're able to follow up if necessary! We're not able to respond to every inquiry, but all submissions are read and reviewed by our production team.
Recent Episodes
-
Today on AirTalk: Pasadena Unified; November ballot proposals; What makes a good biopic? LA Mayor Karen Bass; and political science students on this election.
-
Today on AirTalk: The attack at White House Correspondents’ Dinner; Battery storage; What is Zone Zero? The latest on AI and mental health; abd Bob Baker marionettes!
Show your support for AirTalk today!
-
Listen 1:35:08We'll check in on the Lance Armstrong doping discussion and talk about Armstrong's public apology. We'll also consider the replacement of the TSA's controversial "naked image" scanners and discuss "Aaron's Law," the proposal from California Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren that would change the computer hacking law used to prosecute Reddit co-founder Aaron Swartz. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's new releases, "56 Up," "Broken City," and "Mama." All that and more, today on AirTalk.We'll check in on the Lance Armstrong doping discussion and talk about Armstrong's public apology. We'll also consider the replacement of the TSA's controversial "naked image" scanners and discuss "Aaron's Law," the proposal from California Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren that would change the computer hacking law used to prosecute Reddit co-founder Aaron Swartz. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's new releases, "56 Up," "Broken City," and "Mama." All that and more, today on AirTalk.
-
Listen 1:35:09Today on AirTalk, we'll discuss the mysteries of Manti Te'o and his unreal girlfriend. We'll also consider the ever-pervasive FOMO, or fear of missing out. Later, we'll examine the place of mental illness in the gun violence debate, talk about the ground fleet of Boeing 787s, and weigh in on the intimate scenes in Lena Dunham's "Girls."Today on AirTalk, we'll discuss the mysteries of Manti Te'o and his unreal girlfriend. We'll also consider the ever-pervasive FOMO, or fear of missing out. Later, we'll examine the place of mental illness in the gun violence debate, talk about the ground fleet of Boeing 787s, and weigh in on the intimate scenes in Lena Dunham's "Girls."
-
Listen 1:34:54Today on AirTalk, we'll examine the proposals put forth in President Obama's gun violence speech this morning. How powerful is executive action? We'll also discuss safe sex smartphone apps, personal fitness in public parks, and the salesperson mentality in the American workplace. Later, director Michael Apted speaks with Larry about the "Up" series, his lifelong project.Today on AirTalk, we'll examine the proposals put forth in President Obama's gun violence speech this morning. How powerful is executive action? We'll also discuss safe sex smartphone apps, personal fitness in public parks, and the salesperson mentality in the American workplace. Later, director Michael Apted speaks with Larry about the "Up" series, his lifelong project.
-
Listen 1:34:45Lance Armstrong sat down for an interview with Oprah Winfrey last night and today on AirTalk we're examining what the consequences of his reported doping confession will be. Later, we consider what makes a get-rich idea a pyramid scheme and speak with author Joe Krampner about the economics of peanut butter. All that and more on today's show.Lance Armstrong sat down for an interview with Oprah Winfrey last night and today on AirTalk we're examining what the consequences of his reported doping confession will be. Later, we consider what makes a get-rich idea a pyramid scheme and speak with author Joe Krampner about the economics of peanut butter. All that and more on today's show.
-
Listen 1:33:48Will new gun control legislature make a difference? Can it pass? We'll discuss Vice President Biden's potential plans. We'll also consider a proposed tax that would go toward cleaning up L.A.'s stormwater drains. Later, we'll talk about China's one child policy, California's minimum wage, and Los Angeles' first public fruit park. All that and more, today on AirTalk.Will new gun control legislature make a difference? Can it pass? We'll discuss Vice President Biden's potential plans. We'll also consider a proposed tax that would go toward cleaning up L.A.'s stormwater drains. Later, we'll talk about China's one child policy, California's minimum wage, and Los Angeles' first public fruit park. All that and more, today on AirTalk.
-
Listen 1:34:46Today, we'll discuss the implementation of human growth hormone testing in Major League Baseball. We'll also consider the mysteries and psychology behind juvenile murder cases. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's new releases. Later, we'll talk about how Kickstarter is changing the entertainment business. All that and more, on AirTalk.Today, we'll discuss the implementation of human growth hormone testing in Major League Baseball. We'll also consider the mysteries and psychology behind juvenile murder cases. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's new releases. Later, we'll talk about how Kickstarter is changing the entertainment business. All that and more, on AirTalk.
-
Listen 1:33:21Oscar nominations were announced this morning, and “Lincoln” leads with 12 nominations, including Best Picture and Steven Spielberg for Best Director. Which other films, actors, and filmmakers made the cut and which were left on the cutting room floor? Also, LAPD Chief Charlie Beck stops by to talk with KPCC's Patt Morrison about gun law proposals and more. Plus, Governor Jerry Brown released the new state budget today, but not everyone is happy with the consequences. All that and more on today's AirTalkOscar nominations were announced this morning, and “Lincoln” leads with 12 nominations, including Best Picture and Steven Spielberg for Best Director. Which other films, actors, and filmmakers made the cut and which were left on the cutting room floor? Also, LAPD Chief Charlie Beck stops by to talk with KPCC's Patt Morrison about gun law proposals and more. Plus, Governor Jerry Brown released the new state budget today, but not everyone is happy with the consequences. All that and more on today's AirTalk
-
Listen 1:34:55Joe Biden sets his sights on gun control, hoping to have workable legislation by the end of this month. Also, OC journalists' roundtable talks about beaches, power plants, and parks. The director of "Gangster Squad" tells us about his very LA movie. Plus, weigh in on the rise of single motherhood.Joe Biden sets his sights on gun control, hoping to have workable legislation by the end of this month. Also, OC journalists' roundtable talks about beaches, power plants, and parks. The director of "Gangster Squad" tells us about his very LA movie. Plus, weigh in on the rise of single motherhood.
-
Listen 1:34:45Should the names of mass killers be concealed? That's the ethical question media outlets are asking themselves in the wake of the Sandy Hook shootings. Also, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against environmentalists in a case determining whether Los Angeles County violated the Clean Water Act. Plus, Governor Jerry Brown challenges federal control over California prisons. All that and more on today's AirTalk.Should the names of mass killers be concealed? That's the ethical question media outlets are asking themselves in the wake of the Sandy Hook shootings. Also, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against environmentalists in a case determining whether Los Angeles County violated the Clean Water Act. Plus, Governor Jerry Brown challenges federal control over California prisons. All that and more on today's AirTalk.
-
Listen 1:34:58Today on AirTalk, we'll examine the potential impact of the nomination of Chuck Hagel to the defense secretary position. We'll also discuss Los Angeles road repairs and the pros and cons of telecommuting. Later, we'll consider whether California should pass a "Homeless Bill of Rights," check in with updates on an NHL agreement, and speak with author Jared Diamond about the remnants of our ancestry left over in modern society.Today on AirTalk, we'll examine the potential impact of the nomination of Chuck Hagel to the defense secretary position. We'll also discuss Los Angeles road repairs and the pros and cons of telecommuting. Later, we'll consider whether California should pass a "Homeless Bill of Rights," check in with updates on an NHL agreement, and speak with author Jared Diamond about the remnants of our ancestry left over in modern society.
Explore More Programs
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