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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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Recent Episodes
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    Today on AirTalk: Trump endorses Steve Hilton for governor, Mail-in voting, Have video games actually caused violence? And special NPR coverage of Trump's news conference.
    Today on AirTalk: Trump endorses Steve Hilton for governor, Mail-in voting, Have video games actually caused violence? And special NPR coverage of Trump's news conference.
  • Listen 1:39:06
    Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.
    Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director.

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  • Listen 1:49:43
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas yesterday. Also on the show, how special education in Los Angeles is motivating voters; the Angel Stadium deal falls through; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the latest on a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas yesterday. Also on the show, how special education in Los Angeles is motivating voters; the Angel Stadium deal falls through; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:41
    Today on AirTalk, what could mandatory water cuts mean for Southern California residents? Also on the show, how to deal with ADHD symptoms; Anaheim’s Mayor Sidhu resigns; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, what could mandatory water cuts mean for Southern California residents? Also on the show, how to deal with ADHD symptoms; Anaheim’s Mayor Sidhu resigns; and more.
  • Listen 2:13:44
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at how to support mothers nursing in the workplace. Also on the show, Biden’s comments on Taiwan; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at how to support mothers nursing in the workplace. Also on the show, Biden’s comments on Taiwan; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • Listen 1:40:59
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how differences in tax policy for single and married individuals affect how they vote. Also on the show, California gas rebates; FilmWeek; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how differences in tax policy for single and married individuals affect how they vote. Also on the show, California gas rebates; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:44
    Today on AirTalk, California gas prices rise above six dollars for the first time, how is it impacting Los Angeles residents? Also on the show, TikTok self-diagnoses; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, California gas prices rise above six dollars for the first time, how is it impacting Los Angeles residents? Also on the show, TikTok self-diagnoses; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:41
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the major uptick of road deaths in America. Also on the show, LA housing difficulties; a projected drop in school enrollment; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the major uptick of road deaths in America. Also on the show, LA housing difficulties; a projected drop in school enrollment; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:42
    Today on AirTalk, we dig into what California’s budget surplus means for the state. Also on the show, California electrical grid stressors; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we dig into what California’s budget surplus means for the state. Also on the show, California electrical grid stressors; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:40
    Today on AirTalk, taking a look at two mass shootings that took place this past weekend. Also on the show, what to do about the baby formula shortage in America; COVID updates; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, taking a look at two mass shootings that took place this past weekend. Also on the show, what to do about the baby formula shortage in America; COVID updates; and more.
  • Listen 1:40:55
    Today on AirTalk, looking at the California Coastal Commission’s rejection of a desalination plant in Huntington Beach. Also on the show, we hear about UCLA’s new Hip Hop Initiative; FilmWeek; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, looking at the California Coastal Commission’s rejection of a desalination plant in Huntington Beach. Also on the show, we hear about UCLA’s new Hip Hop Initiative; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:40
    Today on AirTalk, we look ahead to what states are planning for the future of reproductive rights. Also on the show, a preview of LAist’s Voter Game Plan; Encore Careers; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look ahead to what states are planning for the future of reproductive rights. Also on the show, a preview of LAist’s Voter Game Plan; Encore Careers; and more.

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