AirTalk

We'll report the latest updates on the Orange County carjackings and murders and discuss if gun violence is actually on the rise. Also, we'll look at the argument for the medicinal uses of psychedelic drugs, black boxes in cars to track your activity, and if there aren't enough women in comedy. Also, what's going on with Oscars betting? All that and more on AirTalk.

Award-winning journalist David Helvarg examines the California coast’s heritage and impact on the United States in his new book, “The Golden Shore: California’s Love Affair with the Sea.” Also, former Vice President Al Gore discusses six issues causing the degradation of the modern world and education leaders debate the future of public higher education in California. All that and more on today's AirTalk.

Today on AirTalk, we'll discuss the Congressional cliffhangers that the House and Senate will vote on after next week's recess. We'll also speak with Phillip Browning and Zev Yaroslavsky about Child Protective Services. Later, we'll consider the meteor explosion in Russia and check in on updates to the Dorner case. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's releases and we discuss the binge-watching epidemic in the golden age of online streaming.

Today on AirTalk we'll talk transportation: the Carnival cruise gone wrong, and the American Airlines merger. We'll also discuss accommodations for working parents who need more flexible hours and consider the best ways to survive an hypothetical apocalypse. Later, call in to tell us your weirdest or most romantic stories about how you met your mate.

Today on AirTalk, we'll discuss the latest developments in the manhunt for ex-LAPD officer Christopher Dorner, whose wallet was found with an yet-unidentified body in the remains of yesterday's fire. We'll also consider the focuses of President Obama's State of the Union address and the response from Republican Marco Rubio. Later, screenwriter Mark Boal joins Larry to speak about his Oscar-nominated film, "Zero Dark Thirty."

What will President Obama focus on in his State of the Union address tonight? We'll talk about what's on the agenda. We'll also consider online matching of non-romantic co-parents and discuss the disparity between men's and women's profanity use. Later, we'll examine the fight for businesses between Texas and California and examine the California Highway Patrol's new guidelines for lane-splitting motorcyclists. All that and more, today on AirTalk.

We'll announce updates on the manhunt for Dorner and discuss media ethics of releasing his manifesto. Also, LAX is being accused of monopolizing air traffic and groups are calling for locals to take over Ontario airport from LAWA. Then, who might be the next pope? Plus, we'll look at a book on visualization and last night's Grammy winners.

Larry hosts a mayoral debate and questions five candidates concerning pensions and quality of life. Then, Filmweek critics review new movies including "Identity Thief," "Side Effects" and more. Also, Ang Lee tells about "Life of Pi" and former vice president Al Gore speaks about his new book.

Today on AirTalk, we'll follow breaking news as police search for a dangerous former-LAPD gunman.

Should California gun owners be required to purchase liability insurance for their firearms? We'll discuss proposed legislation and what it would mean for Californians. We'll also consider the merit of "backyard chickens" in big cities. Later, we'll talk about the end of USPS Saturday mail delivery and speak with Tim Burton about his work, including the Oscar-nominated Frankenweenie. All that and more, on AirTalk.