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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, guest host Austin Cross looks into the significance of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s stop in Taiwan today. Also on the show, remembering icons Bill Russell and Nichelle Nichols; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Sharon examines California’s gradual shift to a desert climate and what can be done to slow its aridification. Also on the show, unexpected outdoor activities in LA; FilmWeek; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Sharon asks experts about methods to remedy pandemic-induced postpartum depression. Also on the show, COVID-19 updates; kids and their first smartphones; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Sharon looks at two new studies about how and where the spread of COVID-19 first occurred. Also on the show, Russia leaving the ISS; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Sharon looks into a federal housing voucher program the city of Los Angeles is having trouble implementing. Also on the show, the future of college legacy admissions; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, guest host Sharon McNary kicks off the show with an update on the California fire season. Also on the program, COVID-19 news; Orange County Power Authority transparency issues; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, looking into a decline in scam robocalls and an increase in robotexts. Also on the show, rooftop solar recycling in California; COVID-19 updates; FilmWeek; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, previewing the last of the scheduled January 6 Committee hearings. Also on the show, we look into the growth of diversity in major cities; COVID-19 updates; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we look into the rocky opening of the new Sixth Street bridge. Also on the show, an interview with LAPD chief Michel Moore; Biden’s climate plans; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, checking in on what Project Roomkey ending means for the unhoused. Also on the show, gambling propositions on the November ballot; retirees returning to work; and more.
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Credits & Support
Larry Mantle, Host
Austin Cross, Host
Lindsey Wright, Senior Producer
Nicolas Perez, Producer
Manny Valladares, Producer
Payton Seda, Associate Producer
Faheem Khan, Associate Producer
Amy Lopez, Apprentice News Clerk
Ava Calbreath, Apprentice News Clerk