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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 talk with legal scholars with differing perspectives on the constitutionality of California's gubernatorial recall. Also on the show, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news; review the newest movie releases with our KPCC film critics; and more. -
Listen 1:02:34Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest in Afghanistan following the Pentagon's confirmation of two blasts occurring at Kabul's airport. Also on the show, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news; discuss how the pandemic has played a role in this year's gubernatorial recall; and more.Today on AirTalk, we update you on the latest in Afghanistan following the Pentagon's confirmation of two blasts occurring at Kabul's airport. Also on the show, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news; discuss how the pandemic has played a role in this year's gubernatorial recall; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we break down the 2003 and 2021 California gubernatorial recalls as ballots begin to be filled out. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; discuss the challenges and long-term impact of postpartum depression; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we conduct a primer on the California gubernatorial recall as well as interview candidates Kevin Faulconer and Kevin Paffrath. Also on the show, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news and talk with listeners on their favorite LA parking hacks. -
Today on AirTalk, we break down the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we discuss the impact of OnlyFans' ban on sexually explicit content; dive into the specifics of California's new housing bills; and more. -
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.
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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