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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: Trump's primetime speech; Can romantasy save your sex life? What can LA learn from the Twin Cities? Holiday movies: What to watch; and Advices from kids
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Today on AirTalk: Holiday storm? SoCal restaurant industry check-in; When did you first start feeling “old?” LAist year in review; TV Talk.
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Today on AirTalk: New LAist/USC study on street takeovers; What words do you have trouble spelling? The Palisades fire report weakened; Robby Hoffman; and Is VistaVision back?
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Listen 1:39:20Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about a Superior Court judge’s ruling on Thursday against a landlord that sought to carry out one of Los Angeles’ largest mass evictions. Also on the show, we examine regret and its function in human existence; the owners of the soon-to-be open ghost kitchen BOX Chicken gives us a preview of their Japanese-American fried chicken; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Jude Law talks about his new film ‘Firebrand;’ and more.Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about a Superior Court judge’s ruling on Thursday against a landlord that sought to carry out one of Los Angeles’ largest mass evictions. Also on the show, we examine regret and its function in human existence; the owners of the soon-to-be open ghost kitchen BOX Chicken gives us a preview of their Japanese-American fried chicken; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Jude Law talks about his new film ‘Firebrand;’ and more.
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Listen 1:39:28Today on AirTalk, University of Miami President Julio Frenk has been announced as UCLA’s new chancellor. Also on the show, a look into why PTSD is on the rise in college students; how TV sitcoms led the way for queer visibility and gay rights; Jesse Thorn previews tonight’s live taping of ‘Bullseye’ at LAist; Our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Today on AirTalk, University of Miami President Julio Frenk has been announced as UCLA’s new chancellor. Also on the show, a look into why PTSD is on the rise in college students; how TV sitcoms led the way for queer visibility and gay rights; Jesse Thorn previews tonight’s live taping of ‘Bullseye’ at LAist; Our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
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Listen 1:39:34Today on AirTalk, we remember NBA legend Jerry West. Also on the show, how to prepare for a loved one’s final moments; everything you need to know about California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten rollout for 2025-2026; we examine why the FDA overwhelmingly voted against the medical benefits of MDMA; and more.Today on AirTalk, we remember NBA legend Jerry West. Also on the show, how to prepare for a loved one’s final moments; everything you need to know about California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten rollout for 2025-2026; we examine why the FDA overwhelmingly voted against the medical benefits of MDMA; and more.
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Listen 1:39:29Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more.Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more.
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Listen 1:40:07Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and more.Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and more.
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Listen 1:01:00Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.
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Listen 1:00:42Today on AirTalk, the Lakers are reportedly targeting UConn’s Dan Hurley for head coach. Also on the show, a desert town community is upset over the planned destruction of thousands of Joshua Trees for a new solar power project; Knott’s Berry Farm asks visitors to call out line-jumpers; why ‘survive ‘til 25’ has become the new entertainment industry motto; corporate America is tuning out this year’s election; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.Today on AirTalk, the Lakers are reportedly targeting UConn’s Dan Hurley for head coach. Also on the show, a desert town community is upset over the planned destruction of thousands of Joshua Trees for a new solar power project; Knott’s Berry Farm asks visitors to call out line-jumpers; why ‘survive ‘til 25’ has become the new entertainment industry motto; corporate America is tuning out this year’s election; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
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Listen 1:08:58Today on AirTalk, LA isn’t detailing how homeless dollars are spent. Also on the show, Austin talks with LAPD Interim Police Chief Choi; everything you need to know about the U.S Supreme court cases currently on the docket; the lawsuit that could change reggaeton music; and more.Today on AirTalk, LA isn’t detailing how homeless dollars are spent. Also on the show, Austin talks with LAPD Interim Police Chief Choi; everything you need to know about the U.S Supreme court cases currently on the docket; the lawsuit that could change reggaeton music; and more.
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Today on AirTalk, Biden plans to block migrants from Asylum at the US-Mexico border. Also on the show, What’s up with the new Real ID Deadline; listeners share their favorite beaches; the challenges facing Highway 1; and more.
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Today on AirTalk, we look ahead into when Californians should expect that summer heat to arrive and get an update on Mosquito season. Also on the show, Marqueece Harris-Dawson drops by to talk about his recent nomination as the next LA City Council president and the future of Los Angeles; we dive into the historic election of Claudia Sheinbaum, the first woman to be elected president in Mexico; everything you need to know about COVID-19 this summer; and more.
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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