AirTalk

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to review insurance price increases. Also on the show, we remember composer Richard Sherman and listen back to an interview with Sherman from 2012; we talk with author Grace Jung on her new book ‘K-Drama School;’ Mayor Karen Bass visits us in the studio to talk about the latest happenings in the city; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the MLB’s incorporation of Negro League statistics. Also on the show, how a tiny beetle is threatening California’s giant sequoias; from box-office woes to the potential end to loan outs, we check-in on the entertainment industry; we explore the challenges of aging with down syndrome; Larry interviews the author ‘Facing the Unseen;’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, we dig into a recent study from UC San Francisco on California’s aging homeless population and examine the unique issues facing older populations regarding housing insecurity. Also on the show, everything you need to know about the NCAA agreeing to share revenue with college athletes; we explore a new exhibition showcasing the artistry of lowriders at the Petersen Automotive Museum; Larry interviews the authors of the new book ‘Send Me: The True Story of a Mother at War;’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about the Metro Board’s decision Thursday to increase security on buses and trains. Also on the show, we take a look at the ‘grief tech’ that’ll keep you in touch with your deceased loved ones; we stay cool this summer with La Michoacana’s refreshing paletas; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; live from Vidiots in Eagle Rock, Larry sits down with film critic Claudia Puig and film historians James Ursini and Alain Silver to talk about the film noir classic ‘Double Indemnity;’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Department of Justice’s sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment. Also on the show, why a well known vegan restaurant is introducing meat to its menu; Rick Steves gives us the 411 on summer travel tips; we preview LAist’s newest podcast ‘Inheriting;’ our TV critics review the latest shows on tv and streaming; and more.

Today on AirTalk, we look into how the recent campus protests are affecting alumni and donor relations. Also on the show, we dig into the future of cannabis cafes in California; we look into why fewer men are enrolling in college; former Assemblymember Mike Gatto drops by to discuss his new book ‘Noir By Necessity;’ and more.

Today on AirTalk, we dig into a new LAist analysis that has found that since 2017, 31% of people shot at by police were perceived by LAPD officers at the scene to be struggling with mental illness. Also on the show, everything you need to know about ultra-processed foods; a look into how the California Supreme Court might decide on Prop 22; and more.

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. Also on the show, we explore a new study that found humans prefer AI answers to moral questions; we dive into the history of the Santa Monica Pier; we examine the downsides and upsides of art repatriation; and more.