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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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    Coping with life-altering violence; Can you actually stick to a New Year’s resolution; Food Friday: ramen; FilmWeek: What to watch; Interview with Brendan Fraser and HIKARI
    When you’ve experienced life-altering violence, how do you carry on?
    Coping with life-altering violence; Can you actually stick to a New Year’s resolution; Food Friday: ramen; FilmWeek: What to watch; Interview with Brendan Fraser and HIKARI

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    Today on AirTalk, why are school officials hopeful in LAUSD enrollment rates even though a new report shows that number has dropped again? Also on the show, an interview with LAPD Chief Michel Moore; is AI in the future of our education?; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, what would happen if more seats are added into the L.A City Council? Also on the show, recapping the Dodgers vs Padres’ game; breaking down the Kroger-Albertson merger; and more.
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    Today on AirTalk, We cover L.A City Council President Nury Martinez’s resignation after leaked conversations with other Councilmembers making racist remarks. Also on the show, California’s proposition 1 on reproductive rights; the fight to save Salton Sea; and more.
    Nury Martinez Resigns As City Council President After Leaked Recordings Of Racist Comments
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    Today on AirTalk, the long awaited Metro K-Line opens today. Also on the show, a deep dive into Prop 29; FilmWeek; 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