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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 1:34:26After a plane crash that killed two people in San Francisco this weekend, AirTalk discusses how much information pilots should give to passengers in emergencies. As a passenger, how much would you want to know about the situation? Then, we'll have an update on the clashes between protesters in Egypt and talk about how the formation of Asian communities in Southern California differ from the rest of the country. Later, do male victims of sexual harassment experience assault differently than females? Also, how can singing make you happier? To find out, we'll talk to the author of "Imperfect Harmony."After a plane crash that killed two people in San Francisco this weekend, AirTalk discusses how much information pilots should give to passengers in emergencies. As a passenger, how much would you want to know about the situation? Then, we'll have an update on the clashes between protesters in Egypt and talk about how the formation of Asian communities in Southern California differ from the rest of the country. Later, do male victims of sexual harassment experience assault differently than females? Also, how can singing make you happier? To find out, we'll talk to the author of "Imperfect Harmony."
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Listen 1:34:59The Egyptian military has ousted former President Mohamed Morsi. Is this a fresh start for democracy or is it a return to autocracy? Also, since Prop 209, enrollment of black and Latino students has been declining at UC campuses. Should California reconsider affirmative action? Then, how do you leave a party? Is it polite or rude to announce your exit? Later, TGI-Filmweek! Our critics review the latest movies, and Tom Sito looks at memorable film animation.The Egyptian military has ousted former President Mohamed Morsi. Is this a fresh start for democracy or is it a return to autocracy? Also, since Prop 209, enrollment of black and Latino students has been declining at UC campuses. Should California reconsider affirmative action? Then, how do you leave a party? Is it polite or rude to announce your exit? Later, TGI-Filmweek! Our critics review the latest movies, and Tom Sito looks at memorable film animation.
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Facebook says it will try to regulated users on misogynist speech. But how should Facebook define hate speech? Then, we'll explore the great white shark population, just how many are there? Later, we'll take a look at the growth of infidelities in marriage with author Dr. Scott Haltzman.
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Listen 1:34:24The streets of Egypt are once again lined with protesters wanting more from their government. As the Egyptian army has taken over and Morsi's whereabouts are unknown, how can Egypt move forward? Then, the CDC reports a rise in painkiller deaths among women. Are doctors prescribing painkillers too quickly? Next, is cursive still a necessary part of curriculum, and does the LA Sheriff's Department systematically discriminate residents in the Antelope Valley? Later, we'll discuss the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and California's role in the battle, and our film critics take a look at July Fourth openings The Lone Ranger and Despicable Me 2.The streets of Egypt are once again lined with protesters wanting more from their government. As the Egyptian army has taken over and Morsi's whereabouts are unknown, how can Egypt move forward? Then, the CDC reports a rise in painkiller deaths among women. Are doctors prescribing painkillers too quickly? Next, is cursive still a necessary part of curriculum, and does the LA Sheriff's Department systematically discriminate residents in the Antelope Valley? Later, we'll discuss the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and California's role in the battle, and our film critics take a look at July Fourth openings The Lone Ranger and Despicable Me 2.
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Listen 50:09A video is circling the web of a Hawthorne police officer fatally shooting the dog of a man officers were arresting. Was the shooting justified? Then, we'll revisit the question of fetal pain. At what point do fetuses experience pain, if ever? Later, a study has found that young men who grew up with sisters were more likely to be Republican. We'll talk about why that may be and discuss the growing trend of the "actively disengaged worker." Then, we'll take a look at how astronauts' wives defined the face of NASA.A video is circling the web of a Hawthorne police officer fatally shooting the dog of a man officers were arresting. Was the shooting justified? Then, we'll revisit the question of fetal pain. At what point do fetuses experience pain, if ever? Later, a study has found that young men who grew up with sisters were more likely to be Republican. We'll talk about why that may be and discuss the growing trend of the "actively disengaged worker." Then, we'll take a look at how astronauts' wives defined the face of NASA.
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Listen 1:34:35Egyptian protesters are calling for the resignation of President Mohammed Morsi. The military has issued a statement that if the people's demands are not met in 48 hours, then the military will intervene. Also, should Hoag Hospital be allowed to stop offering abortion services? Then, are the Lakers attempts at keeping Dwight Howard embarrassing the team's image, and are student loans leading to a lower rate of home ownership? Later, we discuss how Kickstarter can protect its business model from scams and the uncomfortable truths about air travel.Egyptian protesters are calling for the resignation of President Mohammed Morsi. The military has issued a statement that if the people's demands are not met in 48 hours, then the military will intervene. Also, should Hoag Hospital be allowed to stop offering abortion services? Then, are the Lakers attempts at keeping Dwight Howard embarrassing the team's image, and are student loans leading to a lower rate of home ownership? Later, we discuss how Kickstarter can protect its business model from scams and the uncomfortable truths about air travel.
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Listen 1:02:55The Guardian reported yesterday that the NSA has been collecting Americans' e-mail information for over a decade. We'll talk about that program dubbed "Stellar Wind," the former Marine General who's being investigated for leaking information, the latest on Edward Snowden and more in our roundup of U.S. intelligence news. Then we'll discuss the rising interest rates for student loans and why the Senate has been dragging it's feet in coming up with a deal to help students. On Filmweek, our critics will review "White House Down," "The Heat," "I'm so Excited" and more.The Guardian reported yesterday that the NSA has been collecting Americans' e-mail information for over a decade. We'll talk about that program dubbed "Stellar Wind," the former Marine General who's being investigated for leaking information, the latest on Edward Snowden and more in our roundup of U.S. intelligence news. Then we'll discuss the rising interest rates for student loans and why the Senate has been dragging it's feet in coming up with a deal to help students. On Filmweek, our critics will review "White House Down," "The Heat," "I'm so Excited" and more.
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Listen 1:34:53FTC Commissioner Julie Brill introduced the "Reclaim Your Name” initiative yesterday that would give consumers more information on the data that's collected on them. Will it give consumers more control? Then, should you be able to paint a mural on the front of your house? We'll discuss why you may soon be able to. And we'll talk about when it's appropriate to use deadly force, following reports of the fatal shooting of an intruder in Ontario. Later, is a bike sharing program in LA a good idea? And we'll talk about the demand for fair trade clothing following the Bangladesh factory fire. We'll also talk to the producer and director of "Monsters University" and Tony Award winning singer and actress Bernadette Peters.FTC Commissioner Julie Brill introduced the "Reclaim Your Name” initiative yesterday that would give consumers more information on the data that's collected on them. Will it give consumers more control? Then, should you be able to paint a mural on the front of your house? We'll discuss why you may soon be able to. And we'll talk about when it's appropriate to use deadly force, following reports of the fatal shooting of an intruder in Ontario. Later, is a bike sharing program in LA a good idea? And we'll talk about the demand for fair trade clothing following the Bangladesh factory fire. We'll also talk to the producer and director of "Monsters University" and Tony Award winning singer and actress Bernadette Peters.
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Listen 1:34:06The Supreme Court ruled in a landmark decision today to strike down a key part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). In a 5-4 decision, the justices ruled that married same-sex couples are entitled to federal benefits. The court also effectively allowed same-sex marriage in California. We'll talk about what this means for same-sex couples in the U.S.The Supreme Court ruled in a landmark decision today to strike down a key part of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). In a 5-4 decision, the justices ruled that married same-sex couples are entitled to federal benefits. The court also effectively allowed same-sex marriage in California. We'll talk about what this means for same-sex couples in the U.S.
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Listen 1:34:53The Supreme Court's decision on the Voting Rights Act is in. We'll talk about what the change to the historic act means for voters. Then we'll discuss President Obama's National Climate Plan and we'll look at LA's move to shut down "bandit cabs." Later, who wins in the Coliseum deal between USC and the Exposition Park museums? And we'll discuss whether or not a degree in the liberal arts is still valuable.The Supreme Court's decision on the Voting Rights Act is in. We'll talk about what the change to the historic act means for voters. Then we'll discuss President Obama's National Climate Plan and we'll look at LA's move to shut down "bandit cabs." Later, who wins in the Coliseum deal between USC and the Exposition Park museums? And we'll discuss whether or not a degree in the liberal arts is still valuable.
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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