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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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  • Listen 1:39:06
    Today on AirTalk: Larry and Nick Roman recap Game 3 of the World Series; more menopausal women are taking testosterone; Dr. Halloween gives his decorating advice; Prop 50 explainer; and a history of cat-human relations.
    Today on AirTalk: Larry and Nick Roman recap Game 3 of the World Series; more menopausal women are taking testosterone; Dr. Halloween gives his decorating advice; Prop 50 explainer; and a history of cat-human relations.
  • Listen 1:39:09
    Today on AirTalk: a New AP-NORC poll on support of Trump among Latino Voter; Roblox launches a parent council amid safety concerns; and the history of smog in LA. Also Triple Play on the World Series; Larry interviews William Shatner about 'Wrath of Khan;' and a new book on the Black Dahlia murder.
        Today on AirTalk: a New AP-NORC poll on support of Trump among Latino Voter; Roblox launches a parent council amid safety concerns; and the history of smog in LA. Also Triple Play on the World Series; Larry interviews William Shatner about 'Wrath of Khan;' and a new book on the Black Dahlia murder.
          • Listen 1:02:49
            Today on AirTalk, we explore the rifts in the Democratic party; should you be able to major in sports?; Triple Play — the Dodgers attempt to repeat in the World Series; and FilmWeek: Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms.
            Today on AirTalk, we explore the rifts in the Democratic party; should you be able to major in sports?; Triple Play — the Dodgers attempt to repeat in the World Series; and FilmWeek: Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms.
          • Listen 1:02:04
            Today on AirTalk, the FBI announces charges tied to an NBA gambling scandal; New research finds almost 70% of U.S. adults are considered obese under a proposed new definition of obesity; Consumer Reports finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes; Larry is joined by LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone to talk about the tenth anniversary of the Aliso Canyon gas leak; and TV Talk.
            Today on AirTalk, the FBI announces charges tied to an NBA gambling scandal; New research finds almost 70% of U.S. adults are considered obese under a proposed new definition of obesity; Consumer Reports finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes; Larry is joined by LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone to talk about the tenth anniversary of the Aliso Canyon gas leak; and TV Talk.
          • We talk to an expert about how to safeguard yourself from those pesky robocalls.
          • Listen 1:03:16
            Today on AirTalk: Changes in the Department of Transportation's policy regarding English proficiency are causing a stir; Public opinion changes around nuclear power; NBA season preview; and the basics of Prop 50.
            Today on AirTalk: Changes in the Department of Transportation's policy regarding English proficiency are causing a stir; Public opinion changes around nuclear power; NBA season preview; and the basics of Prop 50.
          • Listen 48:29
            Today on AirTalk, Warner Bros. Discovery considers a potential sale; an interview with author Jeff Pearlman on his new book about Tupac Shakur; The Dodgers prepare to face off against The Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series; and Cerritos' history as dairy farm country
            Today on AirTalk, Warner Bros. Discovery considers a potential sale; an interview with author Jeff Pearlman on his new book about Tupac Shakur; The Dodgers prepare to face off against The Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series; and Cerritos' history as dairy farm country
          • Listen 1:04:14
            Today on AirTalk: Larry interviews the executive director of Covered California; the deluge of robocalls and robotexts; a check-in on the craft-brewing industry; AI data centers and energy usage; Camp Pendleton and the Interstate 5 shutdown; and real-time translation technology and language learning.
              Today on AirTalk: Larry interviews the executive director of Covered California; the deluge of robocalls and robotexts; a check-in on the craft-brewing industry; AI data centers and energy usage; Camp Pendleton and the Interstate 5 shutdown; and real-time translation technology and language learning.
              • An expert and listeners weighed in on why so many of us are superstitious.
              • Listen 1:01:48
                Today on AirTalk, NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg passed away yesterday; LAist Senior Editor Suzanne Levy joins to talk about her battles with neighborhood squirrel 'Mindy;' we hear from listeners about their own experiences with gardening and wildlife with horticultural consultant Lili Singer; and FilmWeek.
                Today on AirTalk, NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg passed away yesterday; LAist Senior Editor Suzanne Levy joins to talk about her battles with neighborhood squirrel 'Mindy;' we hear from listeners about their own experiences with gardening and wildlife with horticultural consultant Lili Singer; and FilmWeek.

              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