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AirTalk

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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    Today on AirTalk: The annual LA homeless count has begun; 100 years of Los Angeles Central Library; Community clinics today; and Do you like small talk with strangers?
    Today on AirTalk: The annual LA homeless count has begun; 100 years of Los Angeles Central Library; Community clinics today; and Do you like small talk with strangers?
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    Today on AirTalk: US aggression towards Greenland; ACA health insurance check-in; Political independence; and a new podcast on water in western states.
    Today on AirTalk: US aggression towards Greenland; ACA health insurance check-in; Political independence; and a new podcast on water in western states.

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    Today on AirTalk we ask who is policing hate groups, figure out the status of the 710 freeway expansion, remember Marvin Hamlisch, and take a look at David Wessel's new book 'Red Ink.'
    Today on AirTalk we ask who is policing hate groups, figure out the status of the 710 freeway expansion, remember Marvin Hamlisch, and take a look at David Wessel's new book 'Red Ink.'
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    Today on AirTalk we'll see how the Curiosity landing is putting space exploration back in the spotlight, evaluate NBC's Olympics coverage, gear up for a public hearing in Sherman Oaks regarding helicopter noise, look at the rise of addiction rates in baby boomers, consider the shooting this weekend at a Milwaukee Sikh temple and discuss the evolution of the home.
    Today on AirTalk we'll see how the Curiosity landing is putting space exploration back in the spotlight, evaluate NBC's Olympics coverage, gear up for a public hearing in Sherman Oaks regarding helicopter noise, look at the rise of addiction rates in baby boomers, consider the shooting this weekend at a Milwaukee Sikh temple and discuss the evolution of the home.
  • Listen 1:34:55
    Today on AirTalk we'll listen to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's comments about Mitt Romney's tax returns, examine why teen pregnancy rates are dropping nationally, prepare for the landing of the Curiosity Mars rover on Sunday, review this week's new movies on FilmWeek, and look back at Marilyn Monroe's life and career in light of the 50th anniversary of her death.
    Today on AirTalk we'll listen to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's comments about Mitt Romney's tax returns, examine why teen pregnancy rates are dropping nationally, prepare for the landing of the Curiosity Mars rover on Sunday, review this week's new movies on FilmWeek, and look back at Marilyn Monroe's life and career in light of the 50th anniversary of her death.
  • Listen 1:34:56
    Today on Air Talk we'll look at the protests and support behind the Chick-Fil-A franchises, we'll also invite our distinguished guests who cover the Orange County to recount the week of news in the O.C., the collaboration between USC and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, the other presidential race going on for the most popular candidate on twitter, and beware the internet troll, how anonymity is stirring the pot. Plus, the latest news.
    Today on Air Talk we'll look at the protests and support behind the Chick-Fil-A franchises, we'll also invite our distinguished guests who cover the Orange County to recount the week of news in the O.C., the collaboration between USC and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, the other presidential race going on for the most popular candidate on twitter, and beware the internet troll, how anonymity is stirring the pot. Plus, the latest news.
  • Listen 1:34:51
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss President Obama's edge in swing states, New York City's "Latch On NYC" initiative, the latest Olympic games from London recap, what effect the Affordable Care Act may have on the amount of available doctors, the Supreme court taking on CA's prop 8 and a conversation with KPCC's Matt DeBord about the latest Federal Stimulus proposal. Plus, the latest news
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss President Obama's edge in swing states, New York City's "Latch On NYC" initiative, the latest Olympic games from London recap, what effect the Affordable Care Act may have on the amount of available doctors, the Supreme court taking on CA's prop 8 and a conversation with KPCC's Matt DeBord about the latest Federal Stimulus proposal. Plus, the latest news
  • Listen 1:35:01
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss the GOPs plan for Medi-Cal, why the IOC and the Olympic athletes are at odds over sponsorships, the case of journalist Jonah Lehrer, NBCs newest show "Stars Earns Stripes," what a psychiatrists responsibility to the public good if they have a possibly dangerous patient and a conversation with author Blaine Harden about his new book "Escape From Camp 14." Plus, the latest news.
    Today on Air Talk we'll discuss the GOPs plan for Medi-Cal, why the IOC and the Olympic athletes are at odds over sponsorships, the case of journalist Jonah Lehrer, NBCs newest show "Stars Earns Stripes," what a psychiatrists responsibility to the public good if they have a possibly dangerous patient and a conversation with author Blaine Harden about his new book "Escape From Camp 14." Plus, the latest news.
  • Listen 1:34:57
    On AirTalk today we'll discuss Mitt Romney's controversial remarks in Jerusalem, look into a growing rift surrounding California's state parks, recap the London Olympics thus far, dive into the City of Commerce's new aquatic center and introduce you to author James Mann's take on the changes to American foreign policy under President Barack Obama.
    On AirTalk today we'll discuss Mitt Romney's controversial remarks in Jerusalem, look into a growing rift surrounding California's state parks, recap the London Olympics thus far, dive into the City of Commerce's new aquatic center and introduce you to author James Mann's take on the changes to American foreign policy under President Barack Obama.
  • Listen 1:40:00
    Today on AirTalk we'll look at a study which shows Americans still question the faiths of Barack Obama and Mitt Romney, figure out why Facebook has more users but less profits, examine the world of "doping" and the Olympics, invite our KPCC film critics on to review the new movies this week on FilmWeek and consider the legacy of the Hollywood musical.
    Today on AirTalk we'll look at a study which shows Americans still question the faiths of Barack Obama and Mitt Romney, figure out why Facebook has more users but less profits, examine the world of "doping" and the Olympics, invite our KPCC film critics on to review the new movies this week on FilmWeek and consider the legacy of the Hollywood musical.
  • Listen 1:35:20
    Today on AirTalk the LA Times' David Lazarus pinch-hits for Larry Mantle to discuss the gun control debate making it's way to the presidential election, the latest on the Sacramento water pipeline project, how YouTube wants its users to reveal their real name when commenting on videos, why a Greek Olympic athlete was dismissed from competition and the role of guns in women's self defense. Plus, the latest news
    Today on AirTalk the LA Times' David Lazarus pinch-hits for Larry Mantle to discuss the gun control debate making it's way to the presidential election, the latest on the Sacramento water pipeline project, how YouTube wants its users to reveal their real name when commenting on videos, why a Greek Olympic athlete was dismissed from competition and the role of guns in women's self defense. Plus, the latest news
  • Listen 1:34:35
    Today on Air Talk, the L.A. Times' David Lazarus fills in for Larry Mantle to discuss the latest events in Anaheim, how the Brown act was quietly dissolved and what that means for transparency, the controversial Cadiz water effort, the $14 Billion Sacramento pipeline project, the LA city council's vote to ban pot shops and a conversation with David Browne, author of Fire and Rain: The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, CSNY, and the Lost Story of 1970. Plus, the latest news.
    Today on Air Talk, the L.A. Times' David Lazarus fills in for Larry Mantle to discuss the latest events in Anaheim, how the Brown act was quietly dissolved and what that means for transparency, the controversial Cadiz water effort, the $14 Billion Sacramento pipeline project, the LA city council's vote to ban pot shops and a conversation with David Browne, author of Fire and Rain: The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, CSNY, and the Lost Story of 1970. Plus, the latest news.

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