AirTalk

After two hikers were found after an extensive search in Trabuco Canyon, another five are reportedly lost in Eaton Canyon. Should there be more signs or other deterrents for hikers? Also, should Obama cut Medicare and Social Security budgets to reduce the federal deficit, and should birth control be over-the-counter for all women, regardless of age? Later, our critics join us to review this week's films and remember Roger Ebert and his influence on film criticism.

Today on AirTalk we'll talk about North Korea's nuclear capabilities, consider whether Consumer Watchdog is the right choice for the insurance commission, and talk about the best way to block robocalls. Later, we'll weight the importance of knowing where your meat comes from, check in on updates to a proposed UN arms treaty, and speak with author Bess Lovejoy about the fates of famous corpses.

Today on AirTalk we'll discuss former Rutgers coach Mice Rice's behavior on and off the court, examine a California hemp farming bill, and consider whether college athletes should be paid. Later, we'll talk about the Affordable Care Act as it applies to healthcare for seniors, look at changes to the housing market, and weigh the implications of AP style changes.

Parental groups are outraged that the FCC may loosen their indecency rules. Also, the L. A. Board of Supervisors may reduce filming fees in the $56-million Grand Park. Will this make affect local residents or make the park a government-subsidized film set? Then, we look at ability grouping and tracking students is gaining popularity again, possibly new cell phone radiation emission standards, the Jackson family lawsuit against AEG and the new Angels that started off with a 13 inning win. Later, a former state representative makes the case for having two presidents.

Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in the case of Aurora shooter James Holmes. We'll discuss the trial and its potential outcomes. We'll also consider mounting tension at Pasadena Community College and talk about the rules that prevent girls from playing flag football in the Foothill Football League. Later, we'll examine New York's new paid sick leave law, check in on updates to the military situation in North Korea, and speak with author Kenneth Cukier about big data and the information age revolution.

Today on AirTalk we'll discuss high-rise buildings in the heart of Hollywood. We'll also examine changes to programming at NPR and the future of the call-in show. Later, we'll consider the gendarmerie in Mexico, and the upcoming baseball season. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's releases, and Tom Folsom joins us to discuss the works of Dennis Hooper.

A federal court ruled that a Lancaster City Council meeting's opening prayer that mentioned "Jesus" was constitutional. If different religions are invited to pray in government meetings, should mentioning religious figures be allowed? We'll also discuss the potential halt of California's $68-billion high-speed rail project due to a financial mismanagement lawsuit. Later, we'll look at why owners are willing to spend so much money on healthcare for pets, examine the weight behind North Korea's threats, and look into how restaurants strike back via Twitter for reservation no-shows. Then, author Shereen El Feki joins AirTalk to discuss changing sexual mores in the Arab world.

Today we'll analyze today's Supreme Court hearing on the Defense of Marriage Act -- will this case add thousands of benefits for married same-sex couples? We'll also discuss changes to funding in state parks. Later, we'll consider later start times in Long Beach middle schools and speak with Freelancer's Bible author Sara Horowitz about the freelancer's union. All that and more, on AirTalk.

AirTalk will broadcast the opening arguments of the U.S. Supreme Court hearing on Hollingsworth v. Perry, California's Proposition 8 case. Larry and Supreme Court experts will analyze what was said during the hearing and take listener calls.

How could marriage equality change this week? We'll preview the Supreme Court's big cases. We'll also discuss Fresh & Easy's failure and what makes a supermarket successful. Later, we'll talk about the Cyprus banking crisis in relation to EU taxes and consider how a reward incentivized active citizenship during the Dorner manhunt. All that and more, on AirTalk.