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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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Los Angeles among major metros to see flight reductions due to government shutdown
Today on AirTalk:
- Flight reductions
- Pelosi retirement
- Chat-GPT erotica
- New response to homelessness in OC
- Interview with Blumhouse CEO
- TV Talk
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Today on AirTalk: flight reductions; Nancy Pelosi's retirement, ChatGPT erotica, a new response to homelessness in OC, an interview with Blumhouse CEO, and TV Talk -
Listen 1:39:02Today on AirTalk, we discuss the early results for Proposition 50; the implications of the NYC mayoral race; an interview with historian Richard Bell on his new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World; an interview with LA County's probation chief; and how to restore your mental state after a chaotic dayToday on AirTalk, we discuss the early results for Proposition 50; the implications of the NYC mayoral race; an interview with historian Richard Bell on his new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World; an interview with LA County's probation chief; and how to restore your mental state after a chaotic day
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Today on AirTalk, Election day: Prop 50; Gen Z nostalgia; Rose Bowl/UCLA lawsuit; AI drug development, and What to do when your friend cheats. -
Today on AirTalk, the Dodgers are back-to-back World Champs; Iron fence proposal for MacArthur Park; Best TV shows to watch with your kids; Dodger history; SoCal Edison recovery program; German exiles in the Palisades and Dodger Parade Live. -
Listen 1:39:03Today on AirTalk: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms and Larry speaks with film historian Kim Luperi co-author of the book Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era (1930-1934).
Today on AirTalk: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms and Larry speaks with film historian Kim Luperi co-author of the book Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era (1930-1934). -
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Today on AirTalk, Triple Play: The Dodgers fall behind in Game 5 of the World Series; A decline in the number of Catholic priests; and the government shutdown puts SNAP recipients at risk. Later, we check in on Southern California rehab centers and TV Talk. -
Today on AirTalk: The CEO of SoCal Edison’s parent company announces Eaton fire recovery program; the Norton Simon Museum celebrates 50 years; the donors behind the Prop 50 campaigns; and Paramount lays off 1,000 workers amid interest in Warner Bros. merger. -
Today on AirTalk: Larry and Nick Roman recap Game 3 of the World Series; more menopausal women are taking testosterone; Dr. Halloween gives his decorating advice; Prop 50 explainer; and a history of cat-human relations. -
Listen 1:39:09Today on AirTalk: a New AP-NORC poll on support of Trump among Latino Voter; Roblox launches a parent council amid safety concerns; and the history of smog in LA. Also Triple Play on the World Series; Larry interviews William Shatner about 'Wrath of Khan;' and a new book on the Black Dahlia murder.Today on AirTalk: a New AP-NORC poll on support of Trump among Latino Voter; Roblox launches a parent council amid safety concerns; and the history of smog in LA. Also Triple Play on the World Series; Larry interviews William Shatner about 'Wrath of Khan;' and a new book on the Black Dahlia murder. -
Listen 1:02:49Today on AirTalk, we explore the rifts in the Democratic party; should you be able to major in sports?; Triple Play — the Dodgers attempt to repeat in the World Series; and FilmWeek: Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms.Today on AirTalk, we explore the rifts in the Democratic party; should you be able to major in sports?; Triple Play — the Dodgers attempt to repeat in the World Series; and FilmWeek: Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms. -
Listen 1:02:04Today on AirTalk, the FBI announces charges tied to an NBA gambling scandal; New research finds almost 70% of U.S. adults are considered obese under a proposed new definition of obesity; Consumer Reports finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes; Larry is joined by LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone to talk about the tenth anniversary of the Aliso Canyon gas leak; and TV Talk.Today on AirTalk, the FBI announces charges tied to an NBA gambling scandal; New research finds almost 70% of U.S. adults are considered obese under a proposed new definition of obesity; Consumer Reports finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes; Larry is joined by LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone to talk about the tenth anniversary of the Aliso Canyon gas leak; and TV Talk. -
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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