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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 1:39:18Today on AirTalk, we discuss the charges against La City Councilmember Curren Price. Also on the show, how colleges and universities are fairing in our growing culture war; why more and more news organizations are cutting staff; how to confront a friend about their hurtful behavior; and more.Today on AirTalk, we discuss the charges against La City Councilmember Curren Price. Also on the show, how colleges and universities are fairing in our growing culture war; why more and more news organizations are cutting staff; how to confront a friend about their hurtful behavior; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, California’s wildfire season has begun. Also on the show, why some people of color find themselves on the far-right; how effective are gun buyback programs?; the rise of Emo music in the early 2000s; and more. -
Listen 1:39:29Today on AirTalk, Reddit’s new fees are charging third party developers. Also on the show, the risks many LGBTQ+ travelers face when vacationing abroad; what being waitlisted means for prospective college students; where we are in our advancement of virtual reality technology; and more.Today on AirTalk, Reddit’s new fees are charging third party developers. Also on the show, the risks many LGBTQ+ travelers face when vacationing abroad; what being waitlisted means for prospective college students; where we are in our advancement of virtual reality technology; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, former President Donald Trump faces indictment for mishandling classified documents. Also on the show, a new California bill would allow motorcyclists to forgo helmets for religious reasons; FilmWeek; and more. -
Listen 1:02:12Today on AirTalk, the latest on Ukraine’s Kakhovka dam’s destruction and its impact on the Russia-Ukraine war. Also on the show, a new book explores the history of Los Angeles’ automobile industry; California’s public transit faces potential budget cuts amid calls for improvements; this week’s TV Talk; and more.Today on AirTalk, the latest on Ukraine’s Kakhovka dam’s destruction and its impact on the Russia-Ukraine war. Also on the show, a new book explores the history of Los Angeles’ automobile industry; California’s public transit faces potential budget cuts amid calls for improvements; this week’s TV Talk; and more. -
Listen 1:03:52Today on AirTalk, a new study shows a correlation between a dry Salton Sea and the lack of large earthquakes. Also on the show, what congestion pricing would look like on Los Angeles freeways; Broadway star Bernadette Peters joins us to discuss ‘High Desert’ and her upcoming show in Pasadena; why do we describe disease like we’re waging war?; and more.Today on AirTalk, a new study shows a correlation between a dry Salton Sea and the lack of large earthquakes. Also on the show, what congestion pricing would look like on Los Angeles freeways; Broadway star Bernadette Peters joins us to discuss ‘High Desert’ and her upcoming show in Pasadena; why do we describe disease like we’re waging war?; and more. -
Listen 1:00:39Today on AirTalk, several amendments are being proposed to California’s constitution. Also on the show, Americans are holding onto their cars for longer; Los Angeles council members explore the logistics of requiring indoor cooling for rentals; how LA is preparing for this year’s summer heatwave; and more.Today on AirTalk, several amendments are being proposed to California’s constitution. Also on the show, Americans are holding onto their cars for longer; Los Angeles council members explore the logistics of requiring indoor cooling for rentals; how LA is preparing for this year’s summer heatwave; and more. -
Listen 1:02:45Today on AirTalk, the Directors Guild reached a tentative contract agreement. Also on the show, how Los Angeles boxers can access their pensions; the growing symptoms and effects of long COVID; we talk to Council District 6 candidates Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz; and more.
Today on AirTalk, the Directors Guild reached a tentative contract agreement. Also on the show, how Los Angeles boxers can access their pensions; the growing symptoms and effects of long COVID; we talk to Council District 6 candidates Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, the California State Legislature considers several bills affecting renters. Also on the show, Las Vegas casinos are making it harder for players to win; the social minefield of being the sober friend; FilmWeek; and more. -
Today on AirTalk, State Farm will no longer offer homeowner insurance to new California customers. Also on the show, how parents can support their children’s coming out; the status of LA County’s juvenile halls; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
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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