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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 1:38:38Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent John Deasy has suspended contracts with Apple and Pearson following criticism and investigation into L.A. schools’ use of iPads in the classroom. Also, two committees have recommended a new pilot program that would allow officers to issue fines for neighborhood “quality-of-life” offenses. Then, should the San Gabriel Mountains be named a national monument?Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent John Deasy has suspended contracts with Apple and Pearson following criticism and investigation into L.A. schools’ use of iPads in the classroom. Also, two committees have recommended a new pilot program that would allow officers to issue fines for neighborhood “quality-of-life” offenses. Then, should the San Gabriel Mountains be named a national monument? -
Listen 1:38:21Sunday’s 6.0 earthquake in Northern California dealt a structural blow, with particular impact on Napa Valley. Also, as California’s legislature wraps up its biennial session, important bills are going through final processes towards passage. Then, at this Milken Institute Forum representatives from utilities, advocacy groups, and businesses will discuss the drought’s impact on towns and cities in the region.Sunday’s 6.0 earthquake in Northern California dealt a structural blow, with particular impact on Napa Valley. Also, as California’s legislature wraps up its biennial session, important bills are going through final processes towards passage. Then, at this Milken Institute Forum representatives from utilities, advocacy groups, and businesses will discuss the drought’s impact on towns and cities in the region. -
Listen 1:34:59A report found that LAUSD’s iPad program has issues with planning, transparency, and bidding problems. Also, a draft Environmental Impact Report from the city of Glendale on a proposal to expand the Scholl Canyon landfill has angered residents of Eagle Rock. Then, it's Filmweek on AirTalk! Actor and activist George Takei joins us to talk about his latest documentary, "To Be Takei."A report found that LAUSD’s iPad program has issues with planning, transparency, and bidding problems. Also, a draft Environmental Impact Report from the city of Glendale on a proposal to expand the Scholl Canyon landfill has angered residents of Eagle Rock. Then, it's Filmweek on AirTalk! Actor and activist George Takei joins us to talk about his latest documentary, "To Be Takei."
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Two Americans who were flown to the U.S. after contracting Ebola in Africa have been sent home with a clean bill of health. Also, Facebook thinks we need help in understanding the fine art of satire. Then, how to behave at the beach: an etiquette guide.
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Listen 1:38:51Attorney General Eric Holder arrived in Ferguson, Missouri today to follow up on a pledge that the Justice Department will conduct a fair investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown. Also, Landlords and tenants in Los Angeles are supporting a new plan allowing permits for illegal apartments. Then, are you a digital hoarder?Attorney General Eric Holder arrived in Ferguson, Missouri today to follow up on a pledge that the Justice Department will conduct a fair investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown. Also, Landlords and tenants in Los Angeles are supporting a new plan allowing permits for illegal apartments. Then, are you a digital hoarder?
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Listen 1:38:23Missouri Governor Jay Nixon lifted the curfew in Ferguson, but confusion over restrictions on protests only seemed to fuel frustrations and confusion. Also, New CEO of the Los Angeles Times talks future of the paper, media. Then, farmers, redheads, Jews and microhome-owners: The very big world of niche dating.Missouri Governor Jay Nixon lifted the curfew in Ferguson, but confusion over restrictions on protests only seemed to fuel frustrations and confusion. Also, New CEO of the Los Angeles Times talks future of the paper, media. Then, farmers, redheads, Jews and microhome-owners: The very big world of niche dating. -
Listen 1:38:22Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has activated the National Guard in an attempt to restore order in Ferguson after a week of protests.. Also, there’s a growing division within the Democratic party over how the U.S. should address the crises in Syria and Iraq. Then, how do you identify yourself socioeconomically?Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has activated the National Guard in an attempt to restore order in Ferguson after a week of protests.. Also, there’s a growing division within the Democratic party over how the U.S. should address the crises in Syria and Iraq. Then, how do you identify yourself socioeconomically? -
Listen 1:34:41Police in St. Louis identified Darren Wilson as the officer who shot 18-year-old Michael Brown, whose death sparked sustained protests in the Missouri suburb of Ferguson that at times turned violent. Also, Los Angeles Ethics Commission wants to pay you to vote. Would these incentives lure uninformed voters? Then, do movie leaks hurt filmmakers?Police in St. Louis identified Darren Wilson as the officer who shot 18-year-old Michael Brown, whose death sparked sustained protests in the Missouri suburb of Ferguson that at times turned violent. Also, Los Angeles Ethics Commission wants to pay you to vote. Would these incentives lure uninformed voters? Then, do movie leaks hurt filmmakers? -
Listen 1:41:01As the nation keeps a watchful eye on protests in Ferguson, Missouri more questions arise. Also, six public parks in the Los Angeles area are about to get a bit more connected and will have free WiFi. Then, we take a look at the future of philanthropy through the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, Movember and Kickstarter.As the nation keeps a watchful eye on protests in Ferguson, Missouri more questions arise. Also, six public parks in the Los Angeles area are about to get a bit more connected and will have free WiFi. Then, we take a look at the future of philanthropy through the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, Movember and Kickstarter. -
Listen 1:37:14Baby boomers between the ages of 45 and 64 are committing suicide at an increasing rate. What are the factors behind this phenomenon? What can be done to reverse it? Also, two powerful Sacramento lawmakers are proposing that a battery plant for "green" auto manufacturer Tesla be partially exempted from California Environmental Quality Act regulations. Then, drought watch: The case for and against ripping out LA’s public lawns.Baby boomers between the ages of 45 and 64 are committing suicide at an increasing rate. What are the factors behind this phenomenon? What can be done to reverse it? Also, two powerful Sacramento lawmakers are proposing that a battery plant for "green" auto manufacturer Tesla be partially exempted from California Environmental Quality Act regulations. Then, drought watch: The case for and against ripping out LA’s public lawns.
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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