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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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    Today on AirTalk: California's snowpack; New UCLA study on pollutants in burn area homes; Is it cringe to dance now? GLP-1 check-in; and Is being late an ADHD symptom?
    Today on AirTalk: California's snowpack; New UCLA study on pollutants in burn area homes; Is it cringe to dance now? GLP-1 check-in; and Is being late an ADHD symptom?

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  • Listen 1:35:10
    We update you on the latest in politics, including the new head of the DNC and the upcoming State of the Union; last week, Trump blasted the media's use of anonymous sources - we debate the ethics of the practice; what were your reactions to the 2017 Oscars?; and more.
    We update you on the latest in politics, including the new head of the DNC and the upcoming State of the Union; last week, Trump blasted the media's use of anonymous sources - we debate the ethics of the practice; what were your reactions to the 2017 Oscars?; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:06
    Press Secretary Sean Spicer said Trump would not follow Obama’s permissive approach to marijuana, alarming the pot industry – we look at what that means for CA; plus, our annual Oscar preview ahead of Sunday’s award show. TGI-FilmWeek!
    Press Secretary Sean Spicer said Trump would not follow Obama’s permissive approach to marijuana, alarming the pot industry – we look at what that means for CA; plus, our annual Oscar preview ahead of Sunday’s award show. TGI-FilmWeek!
  • Listen 1:35:19
    The ACLU sent a letter Thursday asking law enforcement to stop ICE from using ruses when investigating undocumented immigrants; we dispel some common misconceptions about the Constitution; a look at the race for DNC Chair; we want to hear about which LA coffee shops have the coolest spaces; and more.
    The ACLU sent a letter Thursday asking law enforcement to stop ICE from using ruses when investigating undocumented immigrants; we dispel some common misconceptions about the Constitution; a look at the race for DNC Chair; we want to hear about which LA coffee shops have the coolest spaces; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:39
    We look at a CA bill that proposes universal state healthcare, as well as Rep. Issa’s repeal plan; LA’s March 7th elections are approaching – we do a primer on Measures S, H, M and N; according to a new report, millennials aren’t migrating as much as previous generations – we explore the trend; and more.
    We look at a CA bill that proposes universal state healthcare, as well as Rep. Issa’s repeal plan; LA’s March 7th elections are approaching – we do a primer on Measures S, H, M and N; according to a new report, millennials aren’t migrating as much as previous generations – we explore the trend; and more.
  • Listen 1:34:59
    We round up the latest in politics - President Trump's extensive plan on immigration enforcement, his new pick for National Security Advisor, SCOTUS hearings and more; how hackers can steal personal data while you charge your phone in public; we talk to Tony Fletcher about the life of singer Wilson Pickett; and more.
    We round up the latest in politics - President Trump's extensive plan on immigration enforcement, his new pick for National Security Advisor, SCOTUS hearings and more; how hackers can steal personal data while you charge your phone in public; we talk to Tony Fletcher about the life of singer Wilson Pickett; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:23
    The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating ways to repeal DACA; with the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Japanese Internment Executive Order coming up on Sunday, we look back and remember; plus, Larry and film critics review the week’s latest releases, including “A Cure for Wellness” and “The Great Wall.” TGI-FilmWeek!
    The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating ways to repeal DACA; with the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Japanese Internment Executive Order coming up on Sunday, we look back and remember; plus, Larry and film critics review the week’s latest releases, including “A Cure for Wellness” and “The Great Wall.” TGI-FilmWeek!
  • Listen 1:35:06
    We discuss the new Labor Secretary choice, as well as the latest leaks coming from D.C.; whether you're participating or intentionally not participating in the #DayWithoutImmigrants, we want to hear from you; plus, limited endorsement and new guidelines on human gene editing; and more.
    We discuss the new Labor Secretary choice, as well as the latest leaks coming from D.C.; whether you're participating or intentionally not participating in the #DayWithoutImmigrants, we want to hear from you; plus, limited endorsement and new guidelines on human gene editing; and more.
  • Listen 1:34:08
    Almost 24 hours after Gen. Flynn’s resignation, it was alleged that Trump’s campaign had repeated contact with senior Russian intelligence - we dive into what's going on; police have detained a woman for the alleged assassination of Kim Jong-nam, half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jung-un; we check in with LAPD Chief Beck on policing undocumented immigrants; and more.
    Almost 24 hours after Gen. Flynn’s resignation, it was alleged that Trump’s campaign had repeated contact with senior Russian intelligence - we dive into what's going on; police have detained a woman for the alleged assassination of Kim Jong-nam, half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jung-un; we check in with LAPD Chief Beck on policing undocumented immigrants; and more.
  • Listen 1:35:10
    National Security Advisor General Michael Flynn resigned Monday – what happened and who will fill his position?; the Oroville dam incident begs a look at the history of dam failures in SoCal; and whether it’s the statue of limitations or curling up in the feeble position, we want to hear your uses and misuses of common phrases; and more.
    National Security Advisor General Michael Flynn resigned Monday – what happened and who will fill his position?; the Oroville dam incident begs a look at the history of dam failures in SoCal; and whether it’s the statue of limitations or curling up in the feeble position, we want to hear your uses and misuses of common phrases; and more.
  • Listen 1:34:54
    We check in on the weekend’s latest politics, including White House National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s potential sanction discussions with Russia; Trump affirms “One China” policy – what that means for U.S.-China relations; how can scientists lower the temperature of L.A. by three degrees?; and more.
    We check in on the weekend’s latest politics, including White House National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s potential sanction discussions with Russia; Trump affirms “One China” policy – what that means for U.S.-China relations; how can scientists lower the temperature of L.A. by three degrees?; and more.

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