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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, we will be airing President Joe Biden's press conference as gives his remarks on U.S. citizens evacuating Kabul and special immigrant visas for Afghan citizens. -
Listen 1:40:34Today on AirTalk, we discuss the parallels between the United States' departure from Afghanistan and the United States' withdrawal from Saigon in 1975. Also on the show, we break down the latest COVID-19 news; chat with our FilmWeek critics on what makes a good music biopic; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss the parallels between the United States' departure from Afghanistan and the United States' withdrawal from Saigon in 1975. Also on the show, we break down the latest COVID-19 news; chat with our FilmWeek critics on what makes a good music biopic; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we talk to LAPD chief Michel Moore about the latest news surrounding his department. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; recap Tuesday night's California gubernatorial recall debate; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we give you the latest news going on in Afghanistan and hear from listeners. Also, we answer your COVID-19 questions; speak to tennis legend Billie Jean King about her book "All In;" and more. -
Listen 1:42:42Today in AirTalk, we give you a primer on how to vote during this upcoming recall election and how some county officials are preparing for it. Also on the show, we break down the latest on the United States' evacuation of Afghanistan and get a retired army colonel's reaction; discuss the return of Southern California live theatre during the pandemic; and more.Today in AirTalk, we give you a primer on how to vote during this upcoming recall election and how some county officials are preparing for it. Also on the show, we break down the latest on the United States' evacuation of Afghanistan and get a retired army colonel's reaction; discuss the return of Southern California live theatre during the pandemic; and more. -
Listen 1:42:03Today on AirTalk, we speak to a licensed clinical psychologist to talk about the ways parents can support their child's mental health as they head back to school. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; Larry KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Claudia Puig and Peter Rainer review this week's movie releases; and moreToday on AirTalk, we speak to a licensed clinical psychologist to talk about the ways parents can support their child's mental health as they head back to school. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; Larry KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Claudia Puig and Peter Rainer review this week's movie releases; and more -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we discuss the impact of virtual education on students; chat with Sérgio Mendes on his return to the Hollywood Bowl; and more. -
Listen 1:42:38Today on AirTalk, we break down the passing of the U.S. Senate's $1.2 Billion infrastructure bill. Also on the show, we discuss how the delta variant may affect classrooms and what schools are doing to keep kids safe; discuss the importance of diversity in children's books; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the passing of the U.S. Senate's $1.2 Billion infrastructure bill. Also on the show, we discuss how the delta variant may affect classrooms and what schools are doing to keep kids safe; discuss the importance of diversity in children's books; and more. -
Listen 1:42:48Today on AirTalk, we discuss the shortage of firefighters during the Dixie fire and offer the latest updates on its damage. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the Queen Mary now that the city of Long Beach has full control over the ship; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss the shortage of firefighters during the Dixie fire and offer the latest updates on its damage. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the Queen Mary now that the city of Long Beach has full control over the ship; and more. -
Listen 1:42:29Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest climate assessment report compiled by the United Nations. Also on the show, we talk about the return to in-person learning; sit down with new Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida to talk about his vision for the paper; and more.Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest climate assessment report compiled by the United Nations. Also on the show, we talk about the return to in-person learning; sit down with new Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida to talk about his vision for the paper; 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