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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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President Trump has a proposal to end the war in Ukraine. What does it say and will it work?
Today on AirTalk:
- A Ukrainian peace deal?
- Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods?
- Food Friday: Armenian Bakery
- FilmWeek: What should you watch this week
- Renate Reinsve joins the show
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Recent Episodes
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Today on AirTalk: A Ukrainian peace deal? Have you stopped eating ultraprocessed foods? Food Friday: Armenian Bakery; FilmWeek: What should you watch this week; and Renate Reinsve joins the show. -
Today on AirTalk: a new jobs report; What to know about LAX ahead of Thanksgiving travel; Are California facilities handling toxins are at risk for flooding? PUSD budget; Mexico protests; and TV Talk.
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Today on AirTalk, the latest as Israel and Hamas war enters its fourth day. Also on the show, how American theaters are fighting financial hardship post pandemic; ad-based streaming is picking up steam; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Israel declares state of war following Hamas attack; exploring the history of Southern California’s Indigenous People; horror stories from landlords and tenants; and more. -
Listen 1:39:27Today on AirTalk, New data suggests that violent crime is on the rise despite strict gun restrictions in California; young adults are living with their families and they like it, a taste from Pasadena’s first culinary festival; FilmWeek: ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ ‘The Royal Hotel,’ “Dicks: The Musical,’ ‘Strange Way of Life’ and more.Today on AirTalk, New data suggests that violent crime is on the rise despite strict gun restrictions in California; young adults are living with their families and they like it, a taste from Pasadena’s first culinary festival; FilmWeek: ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ ‘The Royal Hotel,’ “Dicks: The Musical,’ ‘Strange Way of Life’ and more. -
Today on AirTalk, The future of U.S aid to Ukraine; Also on the show an LAist investigation into foul smelling rendering plants; listeners share what the American flag means to them, the making of a new city; TV Talk: Is Peak TV dead?; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, Across the U.S Kaiser healthcare workers strike; Also on the show the significance of this week's Vatican synod; weighing the pro’s and con’s of Metro-Micro, Mayor Bass on the talk of the city; and more. -
Listen 1:39:27Today on AirTalk, SF considers no right on red. Could LA be next? Also on the show, CARE Courts in LA county; Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep on his new book Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America; a review of the biggest cases on the Supreme Court docket this term , West Hollywood Drivers Can Now Video Chat with the Deputies with a new app; and more.
Today on AirTalk, SF considers no right on red. Could LA be next? Also on the show, CARE Courts in LA county; Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep on his new book Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America; a review of the biggest cases on the Supreme Court docket this term , West Hollywood Drivers Can Now Video Chat with the Deputies with a new app; and more. -
Listen 1:39:59Today on AirTalk, U.S Government narrowly avoided a shutdown over the weekend. Also on the show, Governor Newsom’s pick to replace Senator Feinstein; SAG-AFTRA resume negotiations today; Jeopardy contestant Amy Schneider on her new book, In the Form of a Question: The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life; and more.
Today on AirTalk, U.S Government narrowly avoided a shutdown over the weekend. Also on the show, Governor Newsom’s pick to replace Senator Feinstein; SAG-AFTRA resume negotiations today; Jeopardy contestant Amy Schneider on her new book, In the Form of a Question: The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, The legacy of trailblazing democratic politician Dianne Feinstein who passed away at age 90. Also on the show, FilmWeek: Larry and LAist film critics review new releases this week; an interview with TV and Film Producer Carol Baum. -
Today on AirTalk, Could Congress save struggling theaters? Also on the show, Simi Valley GOP debate recap; Roxy celebrates 50 years; a preview of Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me at the Greek from host Peter Segal; TV Talk 7 shows to watch and more. -
Today on AirTalk, The WGA’s deal with the AMPTP. Also on the show, the true story of the AR-15 Rifle in America; the latest on the explosion in Nagorno- Karabakh Region; comedian Tim Meadows on the truthfulness of standup; 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