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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: Future of CA AI regulations; Profanity in politics? Food Friday: Genghis Cohen; FilmWeek: What to watch; and The King of Color Documentary.
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Today on AirTalk, we talk with local leaders about the "Stay At Home" ordinances. Also on the show, our FilmWeek critics review new digital releases and discuss the best films to cozy up with inside. -
Listen 1:43:47Today on AirTalk, we talk with listeners in the restaurant industry on how they're doing since all bars and restaurants were forced to close. Also on the show, we take a look at how hospitals are navigating the outbreak and talk about what people are doing to help each other during this stressful time.Today on AirTalk, we talk with listeners in the restaurant industry on how they're doing since all bars and restaurants were forced to close. Also on the show, we take a look at how hospitals are navigating the outbreak and talk about what people are doing to help each other during this stressful time. -
Listen 1:44:05Today on AirTalk, we hear from gig economy workers who are continuing to work through the outbreak and the challenges they're facing. Also on the show, we talk with listeners about how the virus is affecting their personal relationships; discuss the impact healthcare workers are feeling; and more.Today on AirTalk, we hear from gig economy workers who are continuing to work through the outbreak and the challenges they're facing. Also on the show, we talk with listeners about how the virus is affecting their personal relationships; discuss the impact healthcare workers are feeling; and more. -
Listen 1:44:10Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the Bay Area as they instate a "shelter in place" order for residents to slow the outbreak. Also on the show, we talk with Mayor Garcetti on what the order might mean for LA; discuss how you can still plan for retirement; speak with listeners on how their handling kids staying at home; and more.Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the Bay Area as they instate a "shelter in place" order for residents to slow the outbreak. Also on the show, we talk with Mayor Garcetti on what the order might mean for LA; discuss how you can still plan for retirement; speak with listeners on how their handling kids staying at home; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we talk with workers about the city's order to close all restaurant, bar and entertainment establishments. Also on the show, we discuss mental health and COVID-19; last night's Democratic debate; and more. -
Listen 1:10:11Today on AirTalk, we talk with parents about the decision to close down LAUSD schools starting Monday due to the coronavirus. Also on the show, we continue to answer questions you may have about COVID-19 and take a look at the impact the pandemic is having on the entertainment industry.Today on AirTalk, we talk with parents about the decision to close down LAUSD schools starting Monday due to the coronavirus. Also on the show, we continue to answer questions you may have about COVID-19 and take a look at the impact the pandemic is having on the entertainment industry. -
Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest local and national updates on the novel coronavirus. Also on the show, we review how COVID-19 might change the way Americans vote; how the virus could alter the 2020 Census; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, we review the results of yesterday's Democratic primaries. Also on the show, we discuss updates on COVID-19; the Harvey Weinstein sentencing; and more. -
Listen 1:43:38Today on AirTalk, we revisit the FBI investigation into the LA City Council as former city councilman Mitch Englander surrendered to agents yesterday. Also on the show, we get an update on the coronavirus in LA County as the first case of community spread is reported; look into whether babies are altruistic; and more.Today on AirTalk, we revisit the FBI investigation into the LA City Council as former city councilman Mitch Englander surrendered to agents yesterday. Also on the show, we get an update on the coronavirus in LA County as the first case of community spread is reported; look into whether babies are altruistic; 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 novel coronavirus outbreak; the cancellation of Woddy Allen's memoir; 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