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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, 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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Today on AirTalk, we wrap our week of climate change coverage by discussing the impact it has on people's mental health. Also on the show, we bring you the latest on COVID-19; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we check in on the U.N. climate summit and if progress is being made. Also on the show, the latest on COVID-19; post-high school options for new graduates; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we speak with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about the climate crises facing the city. Also on the show, we look at how the extreme heat affects vulnerable Californians; the latest on COVID-19; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss how rising sea levels will affect California, as well as potential solutions. Also on the show, a look at lagging Latino representation in TV; the latest on COVID-19; and more.
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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