AirTalk

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the 2024 Paris Olympics. Also on the show, listeners share their favorite Olympic memories; we get a taste of Los Angeles breakfast burritos with the co-owners of Cofax Coffee; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle interviews writer-director Sean Wang and actor Izaac Wang on their new film ‘Dìdi (弟弟);’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a sweeping executive order on Thursday that will direct California state officials to dismantle thousands of homeless encampments on state property. Also on the show, we say farewell to retiring LAist hosts Susanne Whatley and Nick Roman; new book ‘California Eden’ maps out California’s horticultural heritage; we explore a new CalMatters investigation that reveals a lack of oversight at California homeless shelters; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.

Today on AirTalk, the latest on Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential candidacy and President Biden’s upcoming Oval Office address. Also on the show, we preview the latest season of Imperfect Paradise from LAist Studios; LA County Sheriff Robert Luna stops by to update us on the developments in his department; we examine why the personal check is dying; and more.

Today on AirTalk, we take a deeper look into Vice President Kamala Harris’ background as a prosecutor in California, how her policy stances have evolved over time, and how these merge into her presidential candidacy. Also on the show, listeners share their favorite California swimming holes to beat the heat; we examine how President Biden stepping down might impact voter turnout; listeners share their favorite objectively touristy activity to do in Los Angeles; and more.

Today on AirTalk, President Biden announced on Sunday that he would be ending his 2024 reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to lead the ticket for the Democratic party. With only a little more than 100 days until the election, democrats have a challenging path ahead. Today we’re dedicating the full two hours to analyze Biden’s decision, what happens next and to hear from listeners.

Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on the global technology outage. Also on the show, we break down former President Donald Trump’s republican nomination acceptance speech from last night’s Republican National Convention; screenwriter turned therapist Phil Stark discusses mental health in the entertainment industry; we preview the upcoming LAist Ice Cream Social; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry talks with director Josh Margolin and actor June Squibb about their new film ‘Thelma;’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, the latest happenings from both the republican and democratic presidential campaigns. Also on the show, LA city leaders announced they’re looking to expand McArthur Park; we examine the latest research coming out on Long COVID; midseason reviews for the Dodgers and Angels; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.

Today on AirTalk, Elon Musk announced on Tuesday that he is moving the X and SpaceX headquarters out of California. Also on the show, we examine the science behind breakfast; we discuss this morning’s Emmy nominations; Larry Mantle and his son Desmond preview the latest ‘Passing the Mantle’ podcast episode from LAist Studios; author Albert Camarillo stops by to talk about his new book ‘Compton in My Soul: A Life in Pursuit of Racial Equality;’ and more.

A new book explores how food gets from a farm to your table, and how it changed how produce thrives in California.

Today on AirTalk, former President Donald Trump taps Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. Also on the show, what to do about having too many work meetings; author Paul Haddad stops by to talk about the birth of Los Angeles and his new book ‘Inventing Paradise: The Power Brokers Who Created the Dream of Los Angeles;’ we discuss the etiquette of check splitting at a restaurant; we preview Day 2 of the Republican National Convention; and more.