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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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    Today on AirTalk: Mayor Karen Bass’s budget proposal; LAUSD screen time proposal; Civics; and interviews with LA Mayoral candidates Nithya Raman and Rae Huang.
    What is in Mayor Karen Bass’s budget proposal?
    Today on AirTalk: Mayor Karen Bass’s budget proposal; LAUSD screen time proposal; Civics; and interviews with LA Mayoral candidates Nithya Raman and Rae Huang.

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    Today on AirTalk: Downtown L.A.; Student loan repayment; SoCal History: Culver City; E-bikes; California's cannabis industry; and what's your relationship with marijuana?
    As Clifton's plans to shutter its doors, we check in on Downtown LA
    Today on AirTalk: Downtown L.A.; Student loan repayment; SoCal History: Culver City; E-bikes; California's cannabis industry; and what's your relationship with marijuana?
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    Today on AirTalk: New data on young men and religion; Self-storage; Detroit-style pizza; FilmWeek; and What is a film producer?
    Gallup data: young men's religiosity continues to grow
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  • Kyle Rittenhouse puts his hand over his face as he is found not guilty on all counts at the Kenosha County Courthouse on November 19, 2021 in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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    Today on AirTalk, we cover Kyle Rittenhouse being found not guilty on all charges in 2020 Kenosha shootings. Also on the show, a look at Biden's social spending bill; the new multi-state plan for the Colorado river; and more.
    Jury Finds Kyle Rittenhouse Not Guilty On All Charges
    Today on AirTalk, we cover Kyle Rittenhouse being found not guilty on all charges in 2020 Kenosha shootings. Also on the show, a look at Biden's social spending bill; the new multi-state plan for the Colorado river; and more.
  • In the foreground: a sign listing gas prices that are considered high; $4.85 for regular, $5.05 for "plus," $5.25 for "supreme." the sign takes up most of the image, but off to the right where the sign cuts off a woman can be seen about to fuel her car.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at what's behind surges in the price of gas, and what it could mean for the Biden administration. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; we answer your Thanksgiving meal prep questions; and more.
    Gas Prices Are Soaring. Why? And What Could It Mean For The Biden Administration And Dems?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at what's behind surges in the price of gas, and what it could mean for the Biden administration. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; we answer your Thanksgiving meal prep questions; and more.
  • An exterior view of Staples Center on May 05, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the mixed reactions to the Staples Center getting renamed to the Crypto.com Center. Also on the show, an update on the OC oil spill; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    After 22 years, Staples Center Will Soon Be Crypto.com Arena-- Fans Unsurprisingly Don’t Approve
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the mixed reactions to the Staples Center getting renamed to the Crypto.com Center. Also on the show, an update on the OC oil spill; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • A car's back window that is painting with various sigils and signs of their local IATSE union group.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the newly (and narrowly) approved IATSE contract. Also on the show, we discuss the effects of perceived generational differences; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Hollywood Union Members Narrowly Approve New IATSE Contract. We Hear Members’ Reactions
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the newly (and narrowly) approved IATSE contract. Also on the show, we discuss the effects of perceived generational differences; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • A "for sale" stands in the foreground, with the IBuyer company RedFin listed as the seller. In the background, a 20ish unit looking apartment complex that is the property for sale. A pedestrian can be seen nearby walking behind the sign. This is in Monterey Park, California on March 19, 2019.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the practice of iBuying and its effects on the real estate market. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; navigating family conflicts during a pandemic Thanksgiving; and more.
    Are Algorithms Taking Over The Real Estate Market?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the practice of iBuying and its effects on the real estate market. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; navigating family conflicts during a pandemic Thanksgiving; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at a new LAist series highlighting the issues facing unhoused LGBTQ+ identifying people. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at COP26 as it wraps up; and more.
    New LAist Series Highlights The Hardships Faced By Unhoused Members of The LGBTQ+ Community
    Today on AirTalk, we look at a new LAist series highlighting the issues facing unhoused LGBTQ+ identifying people. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at COP26 as it wraps up; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we examine newly changed grading standards in the Los Angeles and San Diego school districts. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; police returning to Pomona schools; and more.
    Southern California Schools Are Changing Attitudes Towards Grading
    Today on AirTalk, we examine newly changed grading standards in the Los Angeles and San Diego school districts. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; police returning to Pomona schools; and more.
  • An aerial view of mostly empty streets and parking lots with the downtown skyline in the background amid the coronavirus pandemic on April 4, 2020 in Los Angeles, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the approved redistricting map draft for new city council district boundaries in LA. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at Latino college attendance and graduation rates; and more.
    Los Angeles City Council Has A New Redistricting Map
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the approved redistricting map draft for new city council district boundaries in LA. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; a look at Latino college attendance and graduation rates; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the potential impact the massive infrastructure bill approved by congress will have on California. Also on the show, what we know (and don't) about long COVID-19; Griffith Park turns 125; and more.
    What Does The Massive Infrastructure Package Mean For California?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the potential impact the massive infrastructure bill approved by congress will have on California. Also on the show, what we know (and don't) about long COVID-19; Griffith Park turns 125; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the budding marijuana industry in California, and the new issues legalization has caused. Also on the show, new use of force guidelines for security guards; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Five Years Ago, California Legalized Marijuana And Created A Whole New Crop Of Issues
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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