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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 1:36:06AirTalk 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 1:35:13The 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 1:35:52The 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 1:34:27AirTalk 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 1:03:53Yes, 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 1:02:15Many 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 1:01:41A 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 1:36:04With 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. -
Listen 1:35:21AirTalk wants to hear your memories of legendary Southern California sportscaster Dick Enberg, who died Thursday at 82. We also dive into a new age discrimination lawsuit alleging companies like T-Mobile and Amazon are only targeting younger Facebook users with their hiring ads; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.AirTalk wants to hear your memories of legendary Southern California sportscaster Dick Enberg, who died Thursday at 82. We also dive into a new age discrimination lawsuit alleging companies like T-Mobile and Amazon are only targeting younger Facebook users with their hiring ads; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:36:00After a Pew study found that many third and fourth generation Latino immigrants consider themselves non-Hispanic, AirTalk wants to know: how do you embrace your racial or ethnic identity? We also dive into how ecommerce has changed the way we live; LaVar Ball is launching his own league for basketball players who want NBA eligibility without attending college?; and more.After a Pew study found that many third and fourth generation Latino immigrants consider themselves non-Hispanic, AirTalk wants to know: how do you embrace your racial or ethnic identity? We also dive into how ecommerce has changed the way we live; LaVar Ball is launching his own league for basketball players who want NBA eligibility without attending college?; 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