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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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  • WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 13: Committee Chairman U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) (L) and ranking member Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) (R) participate in a markup hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee September 13, 2018 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. A request during the hearing by the Democrats to subpoena documents on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's job as staff secretary in the George W. Bush administration was rejected by the Republicans. Chairman Grassley announced that the committee will hold its final vote on the nomination on September 20, 2018. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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    AirTalk discusses the ongoing negotiations between the Senate Judiciary Committee and Blasey Ford's attorneys. We also examine a new study that investigates the efficacy of educational apps for preschoolers; reflect on #MeToo a year after its launch; and more.
    Political strategy, criminal trial and Title IX analogies: We analyze the terms Blasey Ford set for Senate testimony
    AirTalk discusses the ongoing negotiations between the Senate Judiciary Committee and Blasey Ford's attorneys. We also examine a new study that investigates the efficacy of educational apps for preschoolers; reflect on #MeToo a year after its launch; and more.
  • NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 3: The Star of David stands atop the Park East Synagogue, March 3, 2017 in New York City. Earlier on Friday morning in St. Louis, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) authorities arrested Juan Thompson, who is alleged to have recently made numerous threats against Jewish community centers, Jewish schools, a Jewish museum and the Anti-Defamation League. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
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    AirTalk examines the federal government's decision to reopen a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic incident at New Jersey’s Rutgers University. We also check in on Kavanaugh; discuss how candy and snack food companies are targeting international audiences; and more.
    How will Trump administration’s new definition of anti-Semitism affect students’ rights on college campuses?
    AirTalk examines the federal government's decision to reopen a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic incident at New Jersey’s Rutgers University. We also check in on Kavanaugh; discuss how candy and snack food companies are targeting international audiences; and more.
  • County workers clear and raze a homeless encampment beside the Santa Ana River on February 20, 2018 in Anaheim, California. Officials in Orange County began moving homeless transients out of the homeless tent encampments to shelters or motels as part of the settlement worked out by homeless advocates and the county under supervision of a federal court judge. / AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)
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    Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is facing criticism for overlooking people who might have been homeless for a short period of time. We analyze a new report that re-examines LAHSA's 2017 numbers. We also discuss Kavanaugh's continuing investigation; look into the expansion of CBD and THC-infused drinks; and more.
    Discussing methodologies: A nonprofit estimates that LA’s homeless numbers are significantly higher than suggested by the homeless count
    Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is facing criticism for overlooking people who might have been homeless for a short period of time. We analyze a new report that re-examines LAHSA's 2017 numbers. We also discuss Kavanaugh's continuing investigation; look into the expansion of CBD and THC-infused drinks; and more.
  • CHEVY CHASE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh (R) leaves his home September 18, 2018 in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Kavanaugh is scheduled to appear again before the Senate Judiciary Committee next Monday following allegations that have endangered his appointment to the Supreme Court. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
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    AirTalk discusses Kavanaugh's scheduled appearance next Monday amid allegations of sexual misconduct. We also examine if you need a college degree to become a CEO; discuss handling #MeToo in the fast food industry; and more.
    Kavanaugh hearing likely set for Monday. We dive into protocols and the reverberations of Anita Hill
    AirTalk discusses Kavanaugh's scheduled appearance next Monday amid allegations of sexual misconduct. We also examine if you need a college degree to become a CEO; discuss handling #MeToo in the fast food industry; and more.
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    Thursday’s scheduled vote on judge Brett Kavanaugh’s supreme court nomination is up in the air, as the judge is accused of sexual assault. We’ll look at the many complex aspects of this development. We also examine why so many Californians don’t have earthquake insurance; and more.
    Week in politics: Allegation of sexual misconduct derails Kavanaugh confirmation
    Thursday’s scheduled vote on judge Brett Kavanaugh’s supreme court nomination is up in the air, as the judge is accused of sexual assault. We’ll look at the many complex aspects of this development. We also examine why so many Californians don’t have earthquake insurance; and more.
  • NEW YORK, NY - JULY 3: A new U.S. citizen holds a flag to his chest during the Pledge of Allegiance during a naturalization ceremony at the New York Public Library, July 3, 2018 in New York City. 200 immigrants from 50 countries became citizens during the ceremony, one day before America's Independence Day. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
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    Yesterday, the Census Bureau released new data showing that the percentage of foreign-born residents is the highest its been since 1910, with the largest demographic coming from Asia.We also examine an algorithm that might be able to predict suicide; review this weekend’s new movie releases; and more.
    New census data: Asians lead rise of foreign-born immigrants
    Yesterday, the Census Bureau released new data showing that the percentage of foreign-born residents is the highest its been since 1910, with the largest demographic coming from Asia.We also examine an algorithm that might be able to predict suicide; review this weekend’s new movie releases; and more.
  • NEW YORK, NY - JULY 25: U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry listens as UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon speaks before a meeting of the UN Security Council on July 25, 2013 in New York City. At the meeting Kerry expressed American support for the the Secretary General's Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images)
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    John Kerry’s life poignantly reflects the life of America. We discuss his latest book, this time a memoir, in which Kerry shares some of his toughest moments as a diplomat. We also take a look at the ensuing backlash from a Brown University study; examine the future of the URL; and more.
    After 50 years of public service, John Kerry shares revealing new memoir
    John Kerry’s life poignantly reflects the life of America. We discuss his latest book, this time a memoir, in which Kerry shares some of his toughest moments as a diplomat. We also take a look at the ensuing backlash from a Brown University study; examine the future of the URL; and more.
  • Lab assistant Dave Ferguson holds up stem cell cultures in a lab at the Reeve-Irvine Research Center at the University of California, Irvine.
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    In 2004, Proposition 71 passed with nearly 60 percent approval. We debate whether or not the initial $3 billion bond measure for stem cell science paid off. We also discuss the potential FDA ban on flavored e-cigs; check in on Hurricane Florence; and more.
    14 years after stem cell research bond measure passed, is California getting a return on investment?
    In 2004, Proposition 71 passed with nearly 60 percent approval. We debate whether or not the initial $3 billion bond measure for stem cell science paid off. We also discuss the potential FDA ban on flavored e-cigs; check in on Hurricane Florence; and more.
  • Chief Scientific Officer Swetha Kaul examines various forms of tested marijuana products inside the Cannalysis Laboratory in Santa Ana, California, June 20, 2018. Starting July 1, all marijuana sold in California needs to be tested in a licensed lab.
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    AirTalk discusses why nearly 20 percent of marijuana products in California have failed tests for potency and purity. We also examine a new FDA approved birth control app; attempt to answer the often awkward question, ‘Who Pays on a Date?’; and more.
    Puff, puff, pass/fail: why almost 20 percent of cannabis products have failed state testing
    AirTalk discusses why nearly 20 percent of marijuana products in California have failed tests for potency and purity. We also examine a new FDA approved birth control app; attempt to answer the often awkward question, ‘Who Pays on a Date?’; and more.
  • ANAHEIM, CA - SEPTEMBER 08: Former U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee rally at the Anaheim Convention Center on September 8, 2018 in Anaheim, California. This is Obama's first campaign rally for the 2018 midterm elections. (Photo by Barbara Davidson/Getty Images)
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    AirTalk’s political experts recap last week in political news and look ahead to this week in Washington D.C. We also examine employment standards regarding registered sex offenders in light of the Olivia Munn ‘Predator’ controversy; discuss a new study regarding teens and social media; and more.
    Week in politics: How effective former President Obama will be for Dems on the campaign trail, who gets credit for recent US economic success and more
    AirTalk’s political experts recap last week in political news and look ahead to this week in Washington D.C. We also examine employment standards regarding registered sex offenders in light of the Olivia Munn ‘Predator’ controversy; discuss a new study regarding teens and social media; 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