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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: 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
    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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  • Listen 1:39:12
    Today on AirTalk, the Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Trump from the primary ballot. Also on the show, the future of charter schools on LAUSD campuses; end of the year check in with local restaurateur Tirsa Farah; more men are becoming primary caregivers for their loved ones; California OKs new rules allowing recycled water to be used as drinking water and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Trump from the primary ballot. Also on the show, the future of charter schools on LAUSD campuses; end of the year check in with local restaurateur Tirsa Farah; more men are becoming primary caregivers for their loved ones; California OKs new rules allowing recycled water to be used as drinking water and more.
  • Listen 1:39:20
    Today on AirTalk, California’s rich exodus. Also on the show, an interfaith dialogue on the war in Gaza; everything you need to know about ketamine treatment; listeners share their favorite holiday movies and more.
    Today on AirTalk, California’s rich exodus. Also on the show, an interfaith dialogue on the war in Gaza; everything you need to know about ketamine treatment; listeners share their favorite holiday movies and more.
  • Listen 1:39:33
    Today on AirTalk, the Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples. Also on the show, how are the politics of immigration shifting within the Democratic party; the history of the Jewish community in Los Angeles; Mayor Karen Bass’s housing goal; what does it mean to be a Godparent? and more.
    Today on AirTalk, the Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples. Also on the show, how are the politics of immigration shifting within the Democratic party; the history of the Jewish community in Los Angeles; Mayor Karen Bass’s housing goal; what does it mean to be a Godparent? and more.
  • Listen 1:39:13
    Today on AirTalk, final recommendations made by scholars on how to improve accountability in LA City government. Also on the show, tell us all about your favorite third place; the best places for boba in Los Angeles; FilmWeek: ‘Wonka,’ ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ ‘Godard Cinema’ and more.
    Today on AirTalk, final recommendations made by scholars on how to improve accountability in LA City government. Also on the show, tell us all about your favorite third place; the best places for boba in Los Angeles; FilmWeek: ‘Wonka,’ ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ ‘Godard Cinema’ and more.
  • Listen 1:39:08
    Today on AirTalk, After 110 freeway protest listeners comment on effective protest methods. Also on the show, a new CalMatters piece examines how car insurance rates are impacting drivers; TV-Talk: 6 shows to talk about including ‘The Crown’ Season 6, ‘Jujustu Kaisen’ Season 2, ‘Reacher’ Season 2 and more.
    Today on AirTalk, After 110 freeway protest listeners comment on effective protest methods. Also on the show, a new CalMatters piece examines how car insurance rates are impacting drivers; TV-Talk: 6 shows to talk about including ‘The Crown’ Season 6, ‘Jujustu Kaisen’ Season 2, ‘Reacher’ Season 2 and more.
  • Listen 1:39:19
    Today on AirTalk, Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles to fix defective autopilot system. Also on the show, LA County’s landfill crisis; EU passes landmark legislation regulating AI; singing your baby to sleep could help their language development; tell us about the best (or worst) surprise party you’ve thrown and more.
    Today on AirTalk, Tesla recalls 2 million vehicles to fix defective autopilot system. Also on the show, LA County’s landfill crisis; EU passes landmark legislation regulating AI; singing your baby to sleep could help their language development; tell us about the best (or worst) surprise party you’ve thrown and more.
  • Listen 1:39:30
    Today on AirTalk, LA Controller’s audit of LAPD helicopters questions their use. Also on the show, Gen Z weighs in on their spotify wrapped; everything you need to know about cooking oils and how to use them; takeaways from UN Climate Conference COP28; the debate of free speech troubling college campuses across America and more.
    Today on AirTalk, LA Controller’s audit of LAPD helicopters questions their use. Also on the show, Gen Z weighs in on their spotify wrapped; everything you need to know about cooking oils and how to use them; takeaways from UN Climate Conference COP28; the debate of free speech troubling college campuses across America and more.
  • Listen 1:39:13
    Today on AirTalk, Shohei Ohtani signs a $700 million deal with the Dodgers. Also on the show,  everything you need to know about the Southern California to Vegas high speed rail project; historian Jennifer Burns on her biography of Milton Friedman; the history of the Salton Sea; Taylor Swift course to begin next year at Harvard and more.
    Today on AirTalk, Shohei Ohtani signs a $700 million deal with the Dodgers. Also on the show,  everything you need to know about the Southern California to Vegas high speed rail project; historian Jennifer Burns on her biography of Milton Friedman; the history of the Salton Sea; Taylor Swift course to begin next year at Harvard and more.
  • Listen 1:39:16
    Today on AirTalk, what to know about California’s budget deficit. Also on the show,  a new book from columnist Taylor Lorenz explores the rise of society's online culture; Nancy Silverton shares the cookie that changed her life; FilmWeek: Poor Things,’ ‘Fast Charlie,’ ‘The Peasants’ and more.
    Today on AirTalk, what to know about California’s budget deficit. Also on the show,  a new book from columnist Taylor Lorenz explores the rise of society's online culture; Nancy Silverton shares the cookie that changed her life; FilmWeek: Poor Things,’ ‘Fast Charlie,’ ‘The Peasants’ and more.
  • Listen 1:39:29
    Today on AirTalk, Kevin McCarthy will exit Congress by year’s end. Also on the show, a new Stanford study examines the science of reading; husband and wife duo’s new book questions if we should colonize space; listeners share their favorite Hanukkah traditions; TV-Talk: 7 shows to watch and more.
    Today on AirTalk, Kevin McCarthy will exit Congress by year’s end. Also on the show, a new Stanford study examines the science of reading; husband and wife duo’s new book questions if we should colonize space; listeners share their favorite Hanukkah traditions; TV-Talk: 7 shows to watch and more.

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