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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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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.
Today on AirTalk:
  • 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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  • Listen 1:41:07
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the tightening water supply across California. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19 and FilmWeek.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the tightening water supply across California. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19 and FilmWeek.
  • Listen 1:09:31
    Today on AirTalk, we look at differing approaches to addressing homelessness in L.A. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at differing approaches to addressing homelessness in L.A. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the takeaways from the Supreme Court hearing arguments on a key abortion case. Also on the show, a look at hazing in high school sports, the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the takeaways from the Supreme Court hearing arguments on a key abortion case. Also on the show, a look at hazing in high school sports, the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:05:51
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Pasadena's plan to implement the gunshot-detection system ShotSpotter. Also on the show, the Tripple Play looks at free agents in the MLB; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Pasadena's plan to implement the gunshot-detection system ShotSpotter. Also on the show, the Tripple Play looks at free agents in the MLB; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:38
    Today on Airtalk, we look at what we do and don't know about the new Omicron coronavirus variant. Also on the show, a look at redistricting in Orange County; USC picks up football coach Lincoln Riley; and more.
    Today on Airtalk, we look at what we do and don't know about the new Omicron coronavirus variant. Also on the show, a look at redistricting in Orange County; USC picks up football coach Lincoln Riley; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:40
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the lasting implications of the Rittenhouse trial and verdict. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; Thanksgiving takeout options for those who'd rather not spend all day cooking; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the lasting implications of the Rittenhouse trial and verdict. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; Thanksgiving takeout options for those who'd rather not spend all day cooking; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:43
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Students Run LA and how they are shaping the next generation of runners. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; it's your yearly chance to do a Turkey Trot; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Students Run LA and how they are shaping the next generation of runners. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; it's your yearly chance to do a Turkey Trot; and more.
  • Listen 1:41:04
    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.
    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.
  • Listen 1:42:52
    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.
    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.
  • Listen 1:42:55
    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.
    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.

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