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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: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms and Larry speaks with film historian Kim Luperi co-author of the book Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era (1930-1934).
    Economy roundup: interest rates, job market, and more
    Today on AirTalk: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms and Larry speaks with film historian Kim Luperi co-author of the book Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era (1930-1934).

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  • LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 10: Victor Torres wears a face mask in front of the store where he works, now protected by plastic due to the coronavirus pandemic, on April 10, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Residents of Los Angeles and workers are required by law to wear masks or other face coverings at 'essential' businesses to protect against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on COVID-19. Also on the show, we talk to listeners about how they celebrated Easter; review the latest political headlines with our weekly roundtable; and more.
    LA County Posts Largest Single Day COVID-19 Death Toll Over Easter Weekend As Stay At Home Orders Extend To Mid-May
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on COVID-19. Also on the show, we talk to listeners about how they celebrated Easter; review the latest political headlines with our weekly roundtable; and more.
  • BERLIN, GERMANY - MARCH 25: Felix, owner of Süssfein, packs ice cream into containers to be delivered for online orders on March 25, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. Small business are trying to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic with online, pick up or take-away orders. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we learn more about how small businesses are navigating emergency loan applications. Also on the show, our FilmWeek critics tell us what they've been watching; we get the latest on COVID-19; and more.
    How Small Businesses Are Navigating Emergency Loan Apps And Unemployment Questions
    Today on AirTalk, we learn more about how small businesses are navigating emergency loan applications. Also on the show, our FilmWeek critics tell us what they've been watching; we get the latest on COVID-19; and more.
  • LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 08: A person in a face covering rollerblades on a crosswalk during the coronavirus pandemic on April 08, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. COVID-19 has spread to most countries around the world, claiming almost 70,000 lives with infections nearing 1.3 million people. (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we continue our daily AMA with a medical expert. Also on the show, we discuss how teenagers how handling an increased amount of anxiety; talk with listeners with joint custody over their children how they're coordinating between households; and more.
    COVID-19: LA County Death Rate Rises, Cases Worldwide Grow
    Today on AirTalk, we continue our daily AMA with a medical expert. Also on the show, we discuss how teenagers how handling an increased amount of anxiety; talk with listeners with joint custody over their children how they're coordinating between households; and more.
  • BURLINGTON, VERMONT - MARCH 04: Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) speaks to members of the media during a news briefing at his campaign office March 4, 2020 in Burlington, Vermont. Sen. Sanders discussed various topics including the differences between his and former Vice President Joe Biden’s agenda, after Biden’s victories on Super Tuesday. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Sen. Bernie Sanders decision to end his campaign for president, leaving a path for former VP Joe Biden to secure the Democratic nomination. We also speak with Rep. Adam Schiff on the federal pandemic response; look at how the UC system is adjusting their application process; and more.
    Feel The Bern: Sanders Suspends Presidential Campaign
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  • LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 06: Certified medical assistant Yatziri Perez conducts a test for COVID-19 at a drive-up testing station in the parking lot of UNLV Medicine on April 6, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. UNLV Medicine, the clinical arm of the UNLV School of Medicine, has tested more than 2,000 pre-screened people since beginning its free curbside testing operation on March 23rd, but currently has only enough test kits to continue through tomorrow due to the national shortage of kits. The school will continue or restart testing if it is able to procure more kits. The World Health Organization declared the coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic on March 11th. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we continue our medical specialist AMA as LA County announces that this week will be critical as the virus hits a new milestone. We also talk with Supervisor Kathryn Barger on what's being done to help tenants and the homeless; chat with listeners about what new recipes they're trying at home; and more.
    COVID-19: A Critical Week In LA, Antibodies Study Looks Promising And More
    Today on AirTalk, we continue our medical specialist AMA as LA County announces that this week will be critical as the virus hits a new milestone. We also talk with Supervisor Kathryn Barger on what's being done to help tenants and the homeless; chat with listeners about what new recipes they're trying at home; and more.
  • WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 05: Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, speaks alongside U.S. President Donald Trump at a press briefing with members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force on April 5, 2020 in Washington, DC. On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a recommendation that all Americans should wear masks or cloth face coverings in public settings. (Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the city's ports; talk with listeners about the loss of graduation ceremonies; and more.
    Week In Politics: White House Clashes With States, A Virtual Presidential Convention? And More
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable discusses the headlines you might have missed. Also on the show, we check in on the city's ports; talk with listeners about the loss of graduation ceremonies; and more.
  • NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 03: Mt. Sinai medical workers attends a protest on April 3, 2020 in New York City. Medical workers are protesting the lack of personal protective equipment during a surge in coronavirus cases. (Photo by Stephanie Keith/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we answer your questions about COVID-19; plus, our FilmWeek critics discuss what they're watching; and more.
    Q&A With Medical Expert: New Guidance On Face Masks And More, Plus Have You Experienced COVID-19?
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  • ALSIP, ILLINOIS - MARCH 30: A worker at NorthCape, an outdoor furniture manufacturer, sews personal protective equipment (PPE) on March 30, 2020 in Alsip, Illinois. The company, after learning of a need for protective masks and hospital gowns to help in the battle against the coronavirus COVID-19, called back their skilled workforce and transitioned the factory from making furniture cushions to the PPE. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we speak with listeners about how they are grappling with job loss. Also on the show, we discuss physical distancing conflicts in the home; the grocery supply chain; and more.
    You’re Not Alone: AirTalk Listeners Share COVID-19 Job Sagas As Record Number Of Americans Apply For Unemployment
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  • A closed restaurant in West Hollywood during the Covid 19 crisis as California is under orders to stay home, March 31, 2020. (Photo by VALERIE MACON / AFP) (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk with guest host A Martínez, we see how the restaurant industry is faring. Also on the show, we take a look at commercial landlords and tenants; discuss a new survey about Latinos and COVID-19; and more.
    A Check In With The Restaurant And Service Industry: Will The Stimulus Package Help?
    Today on AirTalk with guest host A Martínez, we see how the restaurant industry is faring. Also on the show, we take a look at commercial landlords and tenants; discuss a new survey about Latinos and COVID-19; and more.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 27: California Governor Gavin Newsom listens as Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti speaks in front of the hospital ship USNS Mercy that arrived into the Port of Los Angeles on Friday, March 27, 2020, to provide relief for Southland hospitals overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo by Carolyn Cole-Pool/Getty Images)
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    Today on AirTalk, we talk with Mayor Garcetti about the city's response to COVID-19. Also on the show, our weekly political round table discusses the latest headlines; we talk to listeners about working from home; and more.
    COVID-19: Check In With Mayor Garcetti, More Than 330 New LA County Cases
    Today on AirTalk, we talk with Mayor Garcetti about the city's response to COVID-19. Also on the show, our weekly political round table discusses the latest headlines; we talk to listeners about working from home; and more.
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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