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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 1:37:37
    Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg is introducing a package of policy and budget proposals that address gun laws, mental health care, public safety, among other things. Then, a new study shows that people tend to be less stressed at work than at home. Later, Obama's speech at West Point, and a tribute to poet, actress and activist Dr. Maya Angelou.
    Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg is introducing a package of policy and budget proposals that address gun laws, mental health care, public safety, among other things. Then, a new study shows that people tend to be less stressed at work than at home. Later, Obama's speech at West Point, and a tribute to poet, actress and activist Dr. Maya Angelou.
  • Listen 1:38:00
    The tragic murders that took place last week in Isla Vista have raised difficult questions about identifying possible red flags. What authority do parents or law enforcement officials have to act when they spot a potential red flag? Is the prestige of the Supreme Court Tarnished by partisan politics? Later, could bacteria be the answer to staying clean?
    The tragic murders that took place last week in Isla Vista have raised difficult questions about identifying possible red flags. What authority do parents or law enforcement officials have to act when they spot a potential red flag? Is the prestige of the Supreme Court Tarnished by partisan politics? Later, could bacteria be the answer to staying clean?
  • The tragic murders in Isla Vista last week have raised difficult questions about identifying potential red flags. What authority to do parents and law enforcement officials have to act on when the see a red flag? Is the prestige of the Supreme Court tarnished by partisan politics? Later, could bacteria be the key to staying clean?
  • Listen 1:35:00
    The $2.5 billion plan to offer free preschool to all 4-year-olds in California has been drastically changed to cover only those children whose families make less than twice the federal poverty level. Also, Clippers owner Donald Sterling has reportedly authorized his wife Shelly to sell the team, in an attempt to get the best possible deal out of the sale. Then, California beaches get their Heal the Bay report card, where should you swim?
    The $2.5 billion plan to offer free preschool to all 4-year-olds in California has been drastically changed to cover only those children whose families make less than twice the federal poverty level. Also, Clippers owner Donald Sterling has reportedly authorized his wife Shelly to sell the team, in an attempt to get the best possible deal out of the sale. Then, California beaches get their Heal the Bay report card, where should you swim?
  • Listen 1:37:17
    Orange and Santa Clara counties are suing five large narcotics manufacturers, citing false advertising and unfair business practices. Then, LAPD Chief Beck discusses the Griffith Park attacks and LAPD morale after officer deaths. Later, authors Claire Shipman and Katty Kay explore gender dynamics and confidence in their new book, “The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance--What Women Should Know.”
    Orange and Santa Clara counties are suing five large narcotics manufacturers, citing false advertising and unfair business practices. Then, LAPD Chief Beck discusses the Griffith Park attacks and LAPD morale after officer deaths. Later, authors Claire Shipman and Katty Kay explore gender dynamics and confidence in their new book, “The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance--What Women Should Know.”
  • Listen 1:38:44
    The California High-Speed Rail Authority is holding five community open houses to hear about alignment alternatives for the 60-mile Palmdale to Los Angeles project section of California’s high-speed rail program. Also, The 9/11 Memorial Museum opens to the public tomorrow after years of construction and battles over the museum’s contents.
    The California High-Speed Rail Authority is holding five community open houses to hear about alignment alternatives for the 60-mile Palmdale to Los Angeles project section of California’s high-speed rail program. Also, The 9/11 Memorial Museum opens to the public tomorrow after years of construction and battles over the museum’s contents.
  • Listen 1:38:41
    A group of retired NFL players says in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that the league supplied them with risky narcotics and other painkillers that led to medical complications down the road. Also, what is the future of the electric car? Then, Thai army declares martial law in Thailand, and the author of "Sensation: The New Science of Physical Intelligence" discusses the correlation between the senses and the unconscious mind.
    A group of retired NFL players says in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that the league supplied them with risky narcotics and other painkillers that led to medical complications down the road. Also, what is the future of the electric car? Then, Thai army declares martial law in Thailand, and the author of "Sensation: The New Science of Physical Intelligence" discusses the correlation between the senses and the unconscious mind.
  • Listen 1:38:43
    AT&T agreed to purchase DirecTV for $48.5 billion on Sunday in the latest telecommunications merger. Also, Jonathan Gold shares his list of the 101 top restaurants in Los Angeles. Then, we discuss the legalization of street vendors, Karl Rove comments about how Hillary Clinton's 2012 injury will affect her campaign, and Americans' disdain at being addressed as elderly or as senior citizen.
    AT&T agreed to purchase DirecTV for $48.5 billion on Sunday in the latest telecommunications merger. Also, Jonathan Gold shares his list of the 101 top restaurants in Los Angeles. Then, we discuss the legalization of street vendors, Karl Rove comments about how Hillary Clinton's 2012 injury will affect her campaign, and Americans' disdain at being addressed as elderly or as senior citizen.
  • Listen 1:35:39
    Los Angeles developer Geoffrey Palmer is fighting to erect a walkway between two apartment buildings Downtown, arguing that it would protect future residents from a homeless encampment nearby. Also, a report that links the pumping of groundwater in the Central Valley to earthquakes. Then, Zillow, the real estate database, launched a new service last week predicting how much a home will be worth a year from now.
    Los Angeles developer Geoffrey Palmer is fighting to erect a walkway between two apartment buildings Downtown, arguing that it would protect future residents from a homeless encampment nearby. Also, a report that links the pumping of groundwater in the Central Valley to earthquakes. Then, Zillow, the real estate database, launched a new service last week predicting how much a home will be worth a year from now.
  • Listen 1:38:31
    Today, the FCC voted to move forward with a proposal to allow Internet Service Providers to charge websites for higher quality and faster delivery of their products. Also, The New York Times fired Jill Abramson from the paper’s top position after an alleged pay disparity. Then, we discuss the Medi-Cal sign-up increase, marijuana businesses, and Dr. Ed Catmull's new book: Creativity, Inc.
    Today, the FCC voted to move forward with a proposal to allow Internet Service Providers to charge websites for higher quality and faster delivery of their products. Also, The New York Times fired Jill Abramson from the paper’s top position after an alleged pay disparity. Then, we discuss the Medi-Cal sign-up increase, marijuana businesses, and Dr. Ed Catmull's new book: Creativity, Inc.

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