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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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Today on AirTalk: The latest on Iran, What's your favorite children's book? Food Friday: Ubefest, FilmWeek, and an interview with the American Cinematheque artistic director. -
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Listen 1:35:15Governor Brown’s $15.5 billion water tunnels plan just got the green light from the state’s environmental impact report – we debate the project; Trump’s cabinet has been called the wealthiest in modern U.S. history – we look at the cabinet, as well as the vetting process; plus, Larry and KPCC film critics review this week’s latest releases, including ‘Sing,’ ‘Passengers’ and more. TGI-FilmWeek!Governor Brown’s $15.5 billion water tunnels plan just got the green light from the state’s environmental impact report – we debate the project; Trump’s cabinet has been called the wealthiest in modern U.S. history – we look at the cabinet, as well as the vetting process; plus, Larry and KPCC film critics review this week’s latest releases, including ‘Sing,’ ‘Passengers’ and more. TGI-FilmWeek! -
Listen 1:35:09We bring you the latest in politics, including Congress' year-end defense bill that's sparked controversy over starting a possible nuclear and space arms race; the British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced it will only nominate films meeting a new diversity threshold for two of its major categories; we want to hear about how you've survived through the holiday season's weirdest gifts; and more.We bring you the latest in politics, including Congress' year-end defense bill that's sparked controversy over starting a possible nuclear and space arms race; the British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced it will only nominate films meeting a new diversity threshold for two of its major categories; we want to hear about how you've survived through the holiday season's weirdest gifts; and more. -
Listen 1:34:28President Obama announced a ban on offshore gas and oil drilling in swaths of the Arctic and Atlantic – how necessary is the ban, and is it truly permanent?; two school districts recently voted to let teachers carry guns on campus – we debate the move and analyze implications and alternatives; plus, the holidays are upon us, and we'll share some delicious and therapeutic recipes to end the year; and more.President Obama announced a ban on offshore gas and oil drilling in swaths of the Arctic and Atlantic – how necessary is the ban, and is it truly permanent?; two school districts recently voted to let teachers carry guns on campus – we debate the move and analyze implications and alternatives; plus, the holidays are upon us, and we'll share some delicious and therapeutic recipes to end the year; and more. -
Listen 1:34:37In response to President-elect Trump's expected immigration policies, the city of Los Angeles has created a $10 million defense fund to provide legal help for immigrants facing deportation; is it too late for the U.S. to intervene in Syria? The latest in Aleppo and responsibilities of the international community; finding the right balance between bragging and humility at a job interview or first date; and more.In response to President-elect Trump's expected immigration policies, the city of Los Angeles has created a $10 million defense fund to provide legal help for immigrants facing deportation; is it too late for the U.S. to intervene in Syria? The latest in Aleppo and responsibilities of the international community; finding the right balance between bragging and humility at a job interview or first date; and more.
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Listen 1:34:09The latest on the assassination of Russia's ambassador to Turkey in Ankara; the 538-member Electoral College officially casts ballots for the president of the United States today - how likely are faithless electors able to change the outcome?; a much needed recap on Russia's hacking scandals in 2016's political climate; we speak with 'La La Land's' score composer and location scout; and more.The latest on the assassination of Russia's ambassador to Turkey in Ankara; the 538-member Electoral College officially casts ballots for the president of the United States today - how likely are faithless electors able to change the outcome?; a much needed recap on Russia's hacking scandals in 2016's political climate; we speak with 'La La Land's' score composer and location scout; and more. -
Listen 1:46:21The U.S. Justice Department launched an investigation of the O.C. district attorney's office over its use of jailhouse informants - are these 'snitches' legally ethical?; President Obama hosts his final press conference; plus Larry and KPCC film critics review the week's newest releases, including 'Rogue One,' 'Collateral Beauty' and more.The U.S. Justice Department launched an investigation of the O.C. district attorney's office over its use of jailhouse informants - are these 'snitches' legally ethical?; President Obama hosts his final press conference; plus Larry and KPCC film critics review the week's newest releases, including 'Rogue One,' 'Collateral Beauty' and more. -
Listen 1:33:51Covered California is extending its enrollment deadline until Saturday, December 17th – we sit down with the head of Covered CA to answer your questions; Bakersfield police shot and killed a 73-year-old man with dementia – we look at the challenges of taking care of older adults with cognitive decline, as well as early signs to watch out for; plus, do dating apps make courtship easier or more exhausting?Covered California is extending its enrollment deadline until Saturday, December 17th – we sit down with the head of Covered CA to answer your questions; Bakersfield police shot and killed a 73-year-old man with dementia – we look at the challenges of taking care of older adults with cognitive decline, as well as early signs to watch out for; plus, do dating apps make courtship easier or more exhausting? -
Listen 1:35:12The U.S. Department of Labor has found evidence that clothing factories in Los Angeles, who supply companies like Ross, TJ Maxx and Forever 21, pay workers as little as $4 an hour; with President-elect Donald Trump vowing to dismantle the Iran nuclear deal, what's next for U.S.-Middle East relations?; we want to hear from AirTalk listeners on how you handle - or forgo - drinking through the holidays; and more.The U.S. Department of Labor has found evidence that clothing factories in Los Angeles, who supply companies like Ross, TJ Maxx and Forever 21, pay workers as little as $4 an hour; with President-elect Donald Trump vowing to dismantle the Iran nuclear deal, what's next for U.S.-Middle East relations?; we want to hear from AirTalk listeners on how you handle - or forgo - drinking through the holidays; and more. -
Listen 1:34:57Trump has chosen Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State and Rick Perry for Energy Secretary – we examine the picks, as well as their likelihood to stand the test of a Senate confirmation; Trump cancelled his Thursday press conference – we look at the precedent and implications of this decision; plus, we bring together Clinton and Trump supporters to #AirTalkItOut.Trump has chosen Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State and Rick Perry for Energy Secretary – we examine the picks, as well as their likelihood to stand the test of a Senate confirmation; Trump cancelled his Thursday press conference – we look at the precedent and implications of this decision; plus, we bring together Clinton and Trump supporters to #AirTalkItOut. -
Listen 1:34:21A CIA report concluded that the Russian government interfered with the 2016 presidential election – we look at the evidence, as well as reactions from Trump, Democrats and the GOP; considering the wide-ranging capabilities of smart phones, will gadgets become obsolete?; Los Angeles is considering legalizing street vendors – we debate the specifics of the plan; and more.A CIA report concluded that the Russian government interfered with the 2016 presidential election – we look at the evidence, as well as reactions from Trump, Democrats and the GOP; considering the wide-ranging capabilities of smart phones, will gadgets become obsolete?; Los Angeles is considering legalizing street vendors – we debate the specifics of the plan; 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