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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: Trump's primetime speech; Can romantasy save your sex life? What can LA learn from the Twin Cities? Holiday movies: What to watch; and Advices from kids
    Today on AirTalk: Trump's primetime speech; Can romantasy save your sex life? What can LA learn from the Twin Cities? Holiday movies: What to watch; and Advices from kids

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  • Listen 50:29
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at a new proposal by the Department of Transportation that could ban all emotional support animals from flying. Also on the show, we analyze new city rental laws being proposed that could change renter-landlord relationships and give an update on impeachment.
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at a new proposal by the Department of Transportation that could ban all emotional support animals from flying. Also on the show, we analyze new city rental laws being proposed that could change renter-landlord relationships and give an update on impeachment.
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    Today on AirTalk, we break down what's going on in the entertainment world as the Weinstein trial begins and Grammys CEO Deborah Dugan alleges discrimination. We also look at the first day of the Senate impeachment trial and talk about what you need to know before CA Primary voting begins next month.
    Today on AirTalk, we break down what's going on in the entertainment world as the Weinstein trial begins and Grammys CEO Deborah Dugan alleges discrimination. We also look at the first day of the Senate impeachment trial and talk about what you need to know before CA Primary voting begins next month.
  • Listen 1:42:45
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the proposal going through the CA legislature that could mean higher taxes for large corporations. Also on the show, we answer your questions about impeachment and break down what to know before the Senate begins its trial.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the proposal going through the CA legislature that could mean higher taxes for large corporations. Also on the show, we answer your questions about impeachment and break down what to know before the Senate begins its trial.
  • Listen 1:43:32
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss with our experts what steps are next for impeachment as it moves to the Senate and new evidence is released. We also take a look at how the HUD plans to work with LA to help the homeless crisis; think about what Girl Scout cookies we want as cookie season approaches; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss with our experts what steps are next for impeachment as it moves to the Senate and new evidence is released. We also take a look at how the HUD plans to work with LA to help the homeless crisis; think about what Girl Scout cookies we want as cookie season approaches; and more.
  • Listen 1:08:35
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the steps ahead for impeachment proceedings. Also on the show, we meet with Chief Michel Moore; discuss a pilot program for traffic violations; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the steps ahead for impeachment proceedings. Also on the show, we meet with Chief Michel Moore; discuss a pilot program for traffic violations; and more.
  • Listen 1:43:13
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Astros-Red Sox sign-stealing scandal and what that means for the Dodgers. We also discuss LAUSD's efforts to sue Juul; look into why marriage proposals have gotten so elaborate; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the Astros-Red Sox sign-stealing scandal and what that means for the Dodgers. We also discuss LAUSD's efforts to sue Juul; look into why marriage proposals have gotten so elaborate; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:26
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the major political news you may have missed over the weekend. Also on the show, Steve Inskeep joins us to discuss his new book; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, our weekly political roundtable recaps the major political news you may have missed over the weekend. Also on the show, Steve Inskeep joins us to discuss his new book; and more.
  • Listen 1:42:38
    Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on national and international politics. Also on the show, we discuss the SoCal voters in the Taiwan election; car thefts in Los Angeles; the weekend film releases; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on national and international politics. Also on the show, we discuss the SoCal voters in the Taiwan election; car thefts in Los Angeles; the weekend film releases; and more.
  • Listen 1:43:13
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Gov. Newsom's executive order pushing $750 million to tackle California's homelessness crisis. We also look into a new Caltech study on the use of AI against online trolls; talk about LA native Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to step away from the royal family; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss Gov. Newsom's executive order pushing $750 million to tackle California's homelessness crisis. We also look into a new Caltech study on the use of AI against online trolls; talk about LA native Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to step away from the royal family; and more.
  • Listen 1:43:11
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and where the conflict may go from here. We also take a look at the California Green New Deal introduced this week; talk about whether the growing trend of platonic co-parenting might be right for you; and more.
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and where the conflict may go from here. We also take a look at the California Green New Deal introduced this week; talk about whether the growing trend of platonic co-parenting might be right for you; and more.

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