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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 1:35:15Larry sits down with LAPD Chief Charlie Beck for his monthly check in, diving into the influx of high-profile sexual assault investigations, security in LA after terrorist attacks in New York and Sutherland Springs, and a new Text 9-1-1 system. We also discuss the deductions the GOP tax plan will axe next year; bring you tips on how to travel with kids this holiday season; and more.Larry sits down with LAPD Chief Charlie Beck for his monthly check in, diving into the influx of high-profile sexual assault investigations, security in LA after terrorist attacks in New York and Sutherland Springs, and a new Text 9-1-1 system. We also discuss the deductions the GOP tax plan will axe next year; bring you tips on how to travel with kids this holiday season; and more. -
Listen 1:36:18AirTalk discusses the California effect of repealing the ACA’s individual mandate with the tax plan — plus, will you sign up? We also sit down with California’s pot czar, Lori Ajax, before legal marijuana goes into effect Jan. 1; dive into the history and decline of the power suit; and more.AirTalk discusses the California effect of repealing the ACA’s individual mandate with the tax plan — plus, will you sign up? We also sit down with California’s pot czar, Lori Ajax, before legal marijuana goes into effect Jan. 1; dive into the history and decline of the power suit; and more. -
Listen 1:35:51AirTalk brings you President Trump’s national security speech live, plus analysis and a debate with our experts on his position. We also parse through this week’s political news; dive into the future of workplace romances as high-profile sexual misconduct scandals continue to make headlines; and more.AirTalk brings you President Trump’s national security speech live, plus analysis and a debate with our experts on his position. We also parse through this week’s political news; dive into the future of workplace romances as high-profile sexual misconduct scandals continue to make headlines; and more. -
Listen 1:35:35AirTalk debates creating savings accounts for LAUSD students in hopes of increasing college attendance after the City Council voted to hire a consultant on the idea. We also dive into how the Disney-Fox deal could change how Angelenos watch local sports; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more.AirTalk debates creating savings accounts for LAUSD students in hopes of increasing college attendance after the City Council voted to hire a consultant on the idea. We also dive into how the Disney-Fox deal could change how Angelenos watch local sports; review this week’s movie releases on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:35:23AirTalk dives into the implications and logistics of this morning’s announcement that Disney will be buying a majority of 21st Century Fox for around $52.4 billion. We also parse through the Republican tax bill’s possible effects on California; has the economy reached ‘full employment?’; and more.AirTalk dives into the implications and logistics of this morning’s announcement that Disney will be buying a majority of 21st Century Fox for around $52.4 billion. We also parse through the Republican tax bill’s possible effects on California; has the economy reached ‘full employment?’; and more. -
Listen 1:35:01AirTalk parses through the implications of Roy Moore’s loss last night, making Doug Jones the first Democratic senator elected in Alabama since the early 1990s. We also sit down with Tom Steyer, the billionaire and environmentalist leading the “impeach Trump” movement; what has your experience been sharing custody with a former spouse?; and more.AirTalk parses through the implications of Roy Moore’s loss last night, making Doug Jones the first Democratic senator elected in Alabama since the early 1990s. We also sit down with Tom Steyer, the billionaire and environmentalist leading the “impeach Trump” movement; what has your experience been sharing custody with a former spouse?; and more. -
Listen 1:35:38AirTalk wants to hear your thoughts and memories of Ed Lee, the first Asian-American mayor of San Francisco, who passed away unexpectedly early this morning. We also parse through a study that shows a connection between teen depression and increased screen time; how should the money donated for victims of the Las Vegas shooting be distributed?; and more.AirTalk wants to hear your thoughts and memories of Ed Lee, the first Asian-American mayor of San Francisco, who passed away unexpectedly early this morning. We also parse through a study that shows a connection between teen depression and increased screen time; how should the money donated for victims of the Las Vegas shooting be distributed?; and more. -
Listen 1:35:11Early this morning, a man detonated a pipe bomb strapped to his chest in a New York City subway terminal. We check in with an NYC reporter for updates. We also update listeners on the Thomas Fire in Ventura County; host our weekly round table discussion on politics; and more.Early this morning, a man detonated a pipe bomb strapped to his chest in a New York City subway terminal. We check in with an NYC reporter for updates. We also update listeners on the Thomas Fire in Ventura County; host our weekly round table discussion on politics; and more. -
Listen 1:35:53AirTalk brings you the latest on the Thomas fire, the biggest of many wildfires raging across Southern California this week. We also debate whether the infamous cryptocurrency Bitcoin is a good investment or a bubble waiting to burst as prices continue to rise; review this week’s new releases on FilmWeek; and more.AirTalk brings you the latest on the Thomas fire, the biggest of many wildfires raging across Southern California this week. We also debate whether the infamous cryptocurrency Bitcoin is a good investment or a bubble waiting to burst as prices continue to rise; review this week’s new releases on FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:37:49AirTalk brings you the latest on the SoCal fires, including how the state is using smartphone emergency alerts to keep locals up to date. We also discuss Senator Al Franken’s resignation this morning after eight women accused him of sexual misconduct; what California can learn from pioneering states Colorado and Washington about legalizing recreational cannabis?; and more.AirTalk brings you the latest on the SoCal fires, including how the state is using smartphone emergency alerts to keep locals up to date. We also discuss Senator Al Franken’s resignation this morning after eight women accused him of sexual misconduct; what California can learn from pioneering states Colorado and Washington about legalizing recreational cannabis?; and more.
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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