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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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Listen 1:35:55The LA Times will return to local ownership for the first time in 18 years after billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong purchased the paper and its sister publication, The San Diego Union-Tribune. We also dive into the symbolism behind President Trump’s request for a military parade; where’s the DACA deal in Congress’ budget?; and more.The LA Times will return to local ownership for the first time in 18 years after billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong purchased the paper and its sister publication, The San Diego Union-Tribune. We also dive into the symbolism behind President Trump’s request for a military parade; where’s the DACA deal in Congress’ budget?; and more. -
Listen 25:21AirTalk weighs preserving the Mojave desert against energy development after the Trump administration announced plans to get rid of California’s Desert Renewable Energy Conservation plan. We also dive into what the stock market swings mean for your wallet; what was your experience going to college at an older age?; and more.AirTalk weighs preserving the Mojave desert against energy development after the Trump administration announced plans to get rid of California’s Desert Renewable Energy Conservation plan. We also dive into what the stock market swings mean for your wallet; what was your experience going to college at an older age?; and more. -
Listen 1:35:13California Legislature released documents outlining a slew of sexual harassment incidents, including the names of accused lawmakers and details into how the cases were handled. We explore the content and impact of these documents. We also look into Amazon's latest patent; the week in politics; and more.California Legislature released documents outlining a slew of sexual harassment incidents, including the names of accused lawmakers and details into how the cases were handled. We explore the content and impact of these documents. We also look into Amazon's latest patent; the week in politics; and more. -
Listen 1:37:39AirTalk brings you the latest after the Nunes memo dropped this morning: what will its effect be on the FBI, the Mueller investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the election and general politics in DC? We also review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek – plus, a dive into how much Oscar campaigns really influence Academy voters.AirTalk brings you the latest after the Nunes memo dropped this morning: what will its effect be on the FBI, the Mueller investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the election and general politics in DC? We also review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek – plus, a dive into how much Oscar campaigns really influence Academy voters. -
Listen 1:36:02With two Republican Representatives eschewing reelection, Democrats in Orange County are pushing hard for a November win, but the question remains whether traditionally conservative O.C. will bite. Today's show also addresses new info on the Russian probe; debates the legitimacy of "fancy tacos"; and more.With two Republican Representatives eschewing reelection, Democrats in Orange County are pushing hard for a November win, but the question remains whether traditionally conservative O.C. will bite. Today's show also addresses new info on the Russian probe; debates the legitimacy of "fancy tacos"; and more. -
Listen 1:34:45AirTalk walks you through Trump’s first State of the Union speech last night – plus, the Democratic rebuttal from Massachusetts Rep. Joe Kennedy. We also dive into new research suggesting repeated hits to the head could be just as dangerous as concussions in developing CTE; should a teacher’s anti-military comments get him fired?; and more.AirTalk walks you through Trump’s first State of the Union speech last night – plus, the Democratic rebuttal from Massachusetts Rep. Joe Kennedy. We also dive into new research suggesting repeated hits to the head could be just as dangerous as concussions in developing CTE; should a teacher’s anti-military comments get him fired?; and more. -
Listen 1:35:53AirTalk looks ahead to the future of the U.S. healthcare industry after news that Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan are teaming up to create an independent health care company for their employees. We also speak with newly named editor-in-chief of the Los Angeles Times, Jim Kirk; how will Facebook’s new algorithm affect your newsfeed?; and more.AirTalk looks ahead to the future of the U.S. healthcare industry after news that Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan are teaming up to create an independent health care company for their employees. We also speak with newly named editor-in-chief of the Los Angeles Times, Jim Kirk; how will Facebook’s new algorithm affect your newsfeed?; and more. -
Listen 1:35:57The LA Times has been making headlines of its own recently, with the development of a new union and lots of shuffling around in its top positions – AirTalk walks you through the latest. We also give you the week’s news in politics ahead of Trump’s State of the Union address tomorrow; what’s a supertaster and how can you tell if you’re one of them?; and more.The LA Times has been making headlines of its own recently, with the development of a new union and lots of shuffling around in its top positions – AirTalk walks you through the latest. We also give you the week’s news in politics ahead of Trump’s State of the Union address tomorrow; what’s a supertaster and how can you tell if you’re one of them?; and more. -
Listen 1:36:31AirTalk brings you the latest on news that Trump wanted to fire Russia investigation special counsel Robert Mueller in June – could this information strengthen an obstruction of justice case? We also dive into the conservative and liberal criticism of Trump’s new immigration proposal; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.AirTalk brings you the latest on news that Trump wanted to fire Russia investigation special counsel Robert Mueller in June – could this information strengthen an obstruction of justice case? We also dive into the conservative and liberal criticism of Trump’s new immigration proposal; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:37:47AirTalk brings you four-term California Governor Jerry Brown’s last State of the State live – plus, what will he be remembered for? We also dive into a new bill hoping to make surfing California’s official state sport; did the judge sentencing U.S. Olympic doctor Larry Nassar speak out of line?; and more.AirTalk brings you four-term California Governor Jerry Brown’s last State of the State live – plus, what will he be remembered for? We also dive into a new bill hoping to make surfing California’s official state sport; did the judge sentencing U.S. Olympic doctor Larry Nassar speak out of line?; 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