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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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Checking in on the CA Gubernatorial race as new faces enter a wide-open race
Today on AirTalk:
- The CA gubernatorial race heats up
- How do periods affect our brains?
- Our expert vet answers your questions
- Check-in on the US-China tech war
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Recent Episodes
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Today on AirTalk: The CA gubernatorial race; how periods affect our brains; our expert vet answers your questions; and a check-in on the US-China tech war.
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Today on AirTalk: Weather update; Can regular gun range use lead to brain damage? Could your gut hold potential cures? UC schools in the Trump era; the worst box office in years; and best buys abroad.
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Listen 31:25Today on AirTalk, attorneys have descended upon Los Angeles in the wake of the devastating wildfires. Law firms have been rolling out massive marketing campaigns in search of names to add to their lawsuits. If you lost your home in the fires, have you been contacted by a lawyer for representation? If so, call us, we want to hear about your experience. Though today's Food Friday happens to land on Pi Day, we like to keep you on your feet, so we're having cobbler. Listen in as we try some slices from a legendary Pasadena bakery.Today on AirTalk, attorneys have descended upon Los Angeles in the wake of the devastating wildfires. Law firms have been rolling out massive marketing campaigns in search of names to add to their lawsuits. If you lost your home in the fires, have you been contacted by a lawyer for representation? If so, call us, we want to hear about your experience. Though today's Food Friday happens to land on Pi Day, we like to keep you on your feet, so we're having cobbler. Listen in as we try some slices from a legendary Pasadena bakery.
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Listen 57:19Today on AirTalk, The Environmental Protection Agency announced major rollbacks of two dozen climate initiatives yesterday. How will these changes in federal environmental policy affect us in California? We're checking in the Los Angeles Lakers with a reporter who has been closely following their season. The astronomical rise of Substack subscribers brings alternative media to the forefront. We're taking a look at how Substack gained popularity and what is it about Substack that draws people in? Call in and tell us about your experience with the subscription platform. AMC's CEO stated that the company may revisit and reconsider its 2020 decision to shorten theatrical releases. What's next for the film distribution industry? For TV Talk today, we're discussing 'Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,' 'Dope Thief,' and 'Adolescence.'Today on AirTalk, The Environmental Protection Agency announced major rollbacks of two dozen climate initiatives yesterday. How will these changes in federal environmental policy affect us in California? We're checking in the Los Angeles Lakers with a reporter who has been closely following their season. The astronomical rise of Substack subscribers brings alternative media to the forefront. We're taking a look at how Substack gained popularity and what is it about Substack that draws people in? Call in and tell us about your experience with the subscription platform. AMC's CEO stated that the company may revisit and reconsider its 2020 decision to shorten theatrical releases. What's next for the film distribution industry? For TV Talk today, we're discussing 'Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,' 'Dope Thief,' and 'Adolescence.'
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Listen 1:40:10Today on AirTalk, in the wake of Gene Hackman and his wife's death, we're taking a look at the role of the caregivers who aid their family members with dementia. We'll hear from a caregiving expert who has experience providing care for a family member with dementia. What are your thoughts on 'meeting culture' in the office, and how productive are those meetings you sit through all day? The first part of a two-part Imperfect Paradise podcast episode came out this morning. The episode covers the state of AI in Hollywood, with the first part looking into Hollywood animators and AI. Actor Mark Duplass is in the studio today to talk about his new limited series, 'Good American Family.' The U.S. military has faced low recruitment for years, and while there was an uptick in 2024, the future is still uncertain.Today on AirTalk, in the wake of Gene Hackman and his wife's death, we're taking a look at the role of the caregivers who aid their family members with dementia. We'll hear from a caregiving expert who has experience providing care for a family member with dementia. What are your thoughts on 'meeting culture' in the office, and how productive are those meetings you sit through all day? The first part of a two-part Imperfect Paradise podcast episode came out this morning. The episode covers the state of AI in Hollywood, with the first part looking into Hollywood animators and AI. Actor Mark Duplass is in the studio today to talk about his new limited series, 'Good American Family.' The U.S. military has faced low recruitment for years, and while there was an uptick in 2024, the future is still uncertain.
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Listen 1:39:02Today on AirTalk, we are talking about the lasting impacts of the Coronavirus on this, the 5-year anniversary of WHO declaring a pandemic. A green card-holding student leader at Columbia University was detained by ICE due to his role in Pro-Palestine protests, now he's facing deportation. What are your rights as a green card holder and what are the implications of this arrest? A new bill challenges California's version of the 'Stand Your Ground' law in an effort to push back on vigilantism. A new documentary released today covers the Alec Baldwin on-set shooting tragedy.Today on AirTalk, we are talking about the lasting impacts of the Coronavirus on this, the 5-year anniversary of WHO declaring a pandemic. A green card-holding student leader at Columbia University was detained by ICE due to his role in Pro-Palestine protests, now he's facing deportation. What are your rights as a green card holder and what are the implications of this arrest? A new bill challenges California's version of the 'Stand Your Ground' law in an effort to push back on vigilantism. A new documentary released today covers the Alec Baldwin on-set shooting tragedy.
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Listen 1:39:19Today on AirTalk, the U.S. Supreme Court has taken up a Colorado case that will decide whether child conversion therapy should be banned by the state or federal government. For our SoCal history deep-dive, we're reflecting on California's National Parks. Did you go on the same family vacation every year growing up? Where would you go and would you recommend a recurring location? We're looking at what the implications may be of CA Governor Gavin Newsom's commentary on trans female athletes. The pronatalist movement is gaining traction in the U.S., what is it? Call in and tell us about your daylight savings "spring forward" experiences.Today on AirTalk, the U.S. Supreme Court has taken up a Colorado case that will decide whether child conversion therapy should be banned by the state or federal government. For our SoCal history deep-dive, we're reflecting on California's National Parks. Did you go on the same family vacation every year growing up? Where would you go and would you recommend a recurring location? We're looking at what the implications may be of CA Governor Gavin Newsom's commentary on trans female athletes. The pronatalist movement is gaining traction in the U.S., what is it? Call in and tell us about your daylight savings "spring forward" experiences.
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Listen 49:35Today on AirTalk, an independent audit exposed inadequate tracking of LA City homelessness spending. How did this happen and what will officials do to rectify it? A new book takes a hard look at the state of mobility and opportunity in the U.S., and asks the question: Is the American dream stalled? We have a very unique Food Friday today in that there won't be food! Join us as we taste a selection of beers from Boomtown Brewery.Today on AirTalk, an independent audit exposed inadequate tracking of LA City homelessness spending. How did this happen and what will officials do to rectify it? A new book takes a hard look at the state of mobility and opportunity in the U.S., and asks the question: Is the American dream stalled? We have a very unique Food Friday today in that there won't be food! Join us as we taste a selection of beers from Boomtown Brewery.
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Listen 1:39:20Today on AirTalk, LA County, the city of Pasadena and Sierra Madre have announced lawsuits against SoCal Edison over the responsibility for the devastating Eaton Fire. Former National Security Council European Affairs director, Alexander Vindman, on his new book about the U.S. role in Russian-Ukrainian relations. A psychologist is here to talk about validation and why we crave it. What roles do animals play for humans in difficult times? We're talking about the Big Bear eaglets and what it is about stories like theirs that draw us in. Call in and share which shows you just couldn't bring yourself to watch. For TV Talk we're covering Deli Boys, Will Trent, and the future of ceremonies on live TV.Today on AirTalk, LA County, the city of Pasadena and Sierra Madre have announced lawsuits against SoCal Edison over the responsibility for the devastating Eaton Fire. Former National Security Council European Affairs director, Alexander Vindman, on his new book about the U.S. role in Russian-Ukrainian relations. A psychologist is here to talk about validation and why we crave it. What roles do animals play for humans in difficult times? We're talking about the Big Bear eaglets and what it is about stories like theirs that draw us in. Call in and share which shows you just couldn't bring yourself to watch. For TV Talk we're covering Deli Boys, Will Trent, and the future of ceremonies on live TV.
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Listen 1:38:53Today on AirTalk, alongside political experts, we're analyzing the key points of Trump's congressional address last night. The White House revoked certain press access and it was met with a lawsuit from the Associated Press. How does Trump's relationship with the media differ from the precedent set by past presidents? Microsoft has decided to shut down Skype to focus on Teams. What are your memories of the video calling app? Some Angelenos want to recall Mayor Bass over her handling of the wildfires. We're looking into how she has been managing the fallout from the disaster. Trump wants a national crypto reserve. What is it and why are constituents concerned? We'll end the show talking about our favorite rom-coms that don't get enough credit. Call in and share yours!Today on AirTalk, alongside political experts, we're analyzing the key points of Trump's congressional address last night. The White House revoked certain press access and it was met with a lawsuit from the Associated Press. How does Trump's relationship with the media differ from the precedent set by past presidents? Microsoft has decided to shut down Skype to focus on Teams. What are your memories of the video calling app? Some Angelenos want to recall Mayor Bass over her handling of the wildfires. We're looking into how she has been managing the fallout from the disaster. Trump wants a national crypto reserve. What is it and why are constituents concerned? We'll end the show talking about our favorite rom-coms that don't get enough credit. Call in and share yours!
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Listen 1:40:03Today on AirTalk, Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico go into effect this morning. We'll talk about how this will impact U.S. trade. Some education experts say it's time we let go of the letter grade system in schools. We'll discuss why the letter grade may do more harm than good and explore alternate approaches to grading. The viral Big Bear eagles are gaining traction once again this morning as their long-awaited eaglets began to hatch. The LA Times rolled out a new AI tool for some of their articles. We'll ask our listeners what they think about this new feature. As Ramadan begins, we're checking on Houses of Worship in the aftermath of the L.A. wildfires. And, what's in a name? Call in and tell us the story behind yours.Today on AirTalk, Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico go into effect this morning. We'll talk about how this will impact U.S. trade. Some education experts say it's time we let go of the letter grade system in schools. We'll discuss why the letter grade may do more harm than good and explore alternate approaches to grading. The viral Big Bear eagles are gaining traction once again this morning as their long-awaited eaglets began to hatch. The LA Times rolled out a new AI tool for some of their articles. We'll ask our listeners what they think about this new feature. As Ramadan begins, we're checking on Houses of Worship in the aftermath of the L.A. wildfires. And, what's in a name? Call in and tell us the story behind yours.
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Listen 1:39:10Today on AirTalk, we're reflecting on the most memorable moments of the 2025 Academy Awards last night. An L.A. staple, The Original Pantry Cafe, is set to close its doors after a century of operation. Slate's ICYMI podcast host is here to talk about the lifecycle of a viral meme and everyone's favorite debate...Was the dress black and blue or white and gold? What to know about a proposed CA bill would ban private firefighters from using public infrastructure. For the SoCal history segment, we're looking at an invasive species that became a symbol of Los Angeles: Palm Trees. Help this Instagram account crown the worst parking lot in all of L.A.Today on AirTalk, we're reflecting on the most memorable moments of the 2025 Academy Awards last night. An L.A. staple, The Original Pantry Cafe, is set to close its doors after a century of operation. Slate's ICYMI podcast host is here to talk about the lifecycle of a viral meme and everyone's favorite debate...Was the dress black and blue or white and gold? What to know about a proposed CA bill would ban private firefighters from using public infrastructure. For the SoCal history segment, we're looking at an invasive species that became a symbol of Los Angeles: Palm Trees. Help this Instagram account crown the worst parking lot in all of L.A.
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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