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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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  • Listen 1:35:49
    Rainy weather has sparked severe concern regarding mudslides in fire-affected areas. We update you on how Southern California is fairing through this wet bout. We also debate Apple's responsibility regarding childhood phone addiction; whether or not you still pay your grown children's bills; and more.
    Rainy weather has sparked severe concern regarding mudslides in fire-affected areas. We update you on how Southern California is fairing through this wet bout. We also debate Apple's responsibility regarding childhood phone addiction; whether or not you still pay your grown children's bills; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:38
    AirTalk dives into the chances of a future presidential run for Oprah after her stirring speech accepting the Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award last night. We also look ahead to the future of LAUSD after superintendent Michelle King announced plans to resign; preview this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas; and more.
    AirTalk dives into the chances of a future presidential run for Oprah after her stirring speech accepting the Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award last night. We also look ahead to the future of LAUSD after superintendent Michelle King announced plans to resign; preview this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas; and more.
  • Listen 1:36:06
    AirTalk dives into the local impact of the Trump administration’s move to expand offshore drilling yesterday; plus, can California counter it? We also debate a new state bill that would allow for denser and taller housing around major transit routes and stations; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.
    AirTalk dives into the local impact of the Trump administration’s move to expand offshore drilling yesterday; plus, can California counter it? We also debate a new state bill that would allow for denser and taller housing around major transit routes and stations; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:13
    The largest wildfire in state history is 92 percent contained, but the recovery is far from over – for those of you impacted, how are you coping? We also dive into the political and economic implications of a proposal that would allow Californians to work around the new cap on state and local tax deductions; our microprocessors are compromised, so what now?; and more.
    The largest wildfire in state history is 92 percent contained, but the recovery is far from over – for those of you impacted, how are you coping? We also dive into the political and economic implications of a proposal that would allow Californians to work around the new cap on state and local tax deductions; our microprocessors are compromised, so what now?; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:52
    The fight against workplace harassment continues with the introduction of a new California bill requiring that hotels provide panic buttons for employees who work alone in guests' rooms. We debate the pro's and con's. We also examine the efficacy of college interviews; analyze the latest out of North Korea; and more.
    The fight against workplace harassment continues with the introduction of a new California bill requiring that hotels provide panic buttons for employees who work alone in guests' rooms. We debate the pro's and con's. We also examine the efficacy of college interviews; analyze the latest out of North Korea; and more.
  • Listen 1:34:27
    AirTalk previews the year in politics, including what to expect in immigration, infrastructure and the economy. We also take a look at why women may decide not to have a reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy; dive into the legal implications of the prank “swatting” in Kansas that turned fatal; and more.
    AirTalk previews the year in politics, including what to expect in immigration, infrastructure and the economy. We also take a look at why women may decide not to have a reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy; dive into the legal implications of the prank “swatting” in Kansas that turned fatal; and more.
  • Listen 1:03:53
    Yes, pot will be legal in California beginning January 1, but Los Angeles isn't accepting business applications to sell weed until January 3. We talk with one of the only 42 licensed marijuana dealers in the city. We also circle back on the #MeToo movement; discuss 2017's best films with our FilmWeek critics; and more.
    Yes, pot will be legal in California beginning January 1, but Los Angeles isn't accepting business applications to sell weed until January 3. We talk with one of the only 42 licensed marijuana dealers in the city. We also circle back on the #MeToo movement; discuss 2017's best films with our FilmWeek critics; and more.
  • Listen 1:02:15
    Many homeowners are rushing to prepay their property taxes before the tax overhaul kicks in. But the Internal Revenue Service has just announced that only some prepayments could be deducted. We'll discuss. Plus, a look at the state of talk therapy, and an interview with local band Chicano Batman.
    Many homeowners are rushing to prepay their property taxes before the tax overhaul kicks in. But the Internal Revenue Service has just announced that only some prepayments could be deducted. We'll discuss. Plus, a look at the state of talk therapy, and an interview with local band Chicano Batman.
  • Listen 1:01:41
    A new study finds that more pregnant women are using marijuana to alleviate nausea, aches and pains. We discuss the study's details and implications. We also examine recent criticism that the FDA lags in removing unsafe products off store shelves, and interview renown news anchor Dan Rather on his new book.
    A new study finds that more pregnant women are using marijuana to alleviate nausea, aches and pains. We discuss the study's details and implications. We also examine recent criticism that the FDA lags in removing unsafe products off store shelves, and interview renown news anchor Dan Rather on his new book.
  • Listen 1:36:04
    With Trump having signed the GOP's tax reform legislation this past Friday, we'll discuss reactions on both sides of the aisle along with what to expect in the coming years. We'll also explore a new project aimed at teens in response to the #MeToo campaign; and invite listeners to share unique holiday traditions on-air.
    With Trump having signed the GOP's tax reform legislation this past Friday, we'll discuss reactions on both sides of the aisle along with what to expect in the coming years. We'll also explore a new project aimed at teens in response to the #MeToo campaign; and invite listeners to share unique holiday traditions on-air.

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