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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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President Trump has a proposal to end the war in Ukraine. What does it say and will it work?
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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 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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  • Sen. Sherrod Brown (R) (D-OH) speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol February 8, 2022 in Washington, DC. Members of Congress spoke out on renewing the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit during the press conference. Also pictured (L-R) are Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Rep. Rosa DeLauro and Sen. Michael Bennett (D-CO).
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at how differences in tax policy for single and married individuals affect how they vote. Also on the show, California gas rebates; FilmWeek; and more.
    The Pros And Cons Of Being Single V. Married When It Comes To Tax Policy  
    Today on AirTalk, we look at how differences in tax policy for single and married individuals affect how they vote. Also on the show, California gas rebates; FilmWeek; and more.
  • A customer pumps gas into their car at a gas station on May 18, 2022 in Petaluma, California. Gas prices in California have surpassed $6.00 per gallon for the first time ever. The average price per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in California is at $6.05 and $6.29 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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    Today on AirTalk, California gas prices rise above six dollars for the first time, how is it impacting Los Angeles residents? Also on the show, TikTok self-diagnoses; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    California Gas Prices Hit Record High Average. How Are You Being Impacted?
    Today on AirTalk, California gas prices rise above six dollars for the first time, how is it impacting Los Angeles residents? Also on the show, TikTok self-diagnoses; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • An officer drives his cruiser to a car accident involving a drunk driver on Broadway, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, on May 14, 2022.
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    Today on AirTalk, we break down the major uptick of road deaths in America. Also on the show, LA housing difficulties; a projected drop in school enrollment; and more.
    United States Saw Close To 43,000 Road Deaths In 2021, Its Highest Total In 16 Years
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the major uptick of road deaths in America. Also on the show, LA housing difficulties; a projected drop in school enrollment; and more.
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom looks on during a press conference at The Unity Council on May 10, 2021 in Oakland, California. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a $100 billion economic recovery package for the state.
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    Today on AirTalk, we dig into what California’s budget surplus means for the state. Also on the show, California electrical grid stressors; COVID-19 updates; and more.
    California Has Historic Budget Surplus–How Will It Be Spent?
    Today on AirTalk, we dig into what California’s budget surplus means for the state. Also on the show, California electrical grid stressors; COVID-19 updates; and more.
  • Police tape blocks off the scene of a shooting at the Geneva Presbyterian Church on May 15, 2022 in Laguna Woods, California. According to police, the shooting left one person dead, four critically wounded, and one with minor injuries.
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    Today on AirTalk, taking a look at two mass shootings that took place this past weekend. Also on the show, what to do about the baby formula shortage in America; COVID updates; and more.
    Following Shooting In Buffalo– How Is Racist Ideology Fueling Hate Crimes?
    Today on AirTalk, taking a look at two mass shootings that took place this past weekend. Also on the show, what to do about the baby formula shortage in America; COVID updates; and more.
  • A view of the Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant in Playa Del Rey, California, on July 14, 2021.
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    Today on AirTalk, looking at the California Coastal Commission’s rejection of a desalination plant in Huntington Beach. Also on the show, we hear about UCLA’s new Hip Hop Initiative; FilmWeek; and more.
    California Coastal Commission Unanimously Rejects Poseidon’s Proposal For Desalination Plant
    Today on AirTalk, looking at the California Coastal Commission’s rejection of a desalination plant in Huntington Beach. Also on the show, we hear about UCLA’s new Hip Hop Initiative; FilmWeek; and more.
  • Protesters with abortion-rights and anti-abortion groups stand in front of the U.S. Supreme Court Building on May 10, 2022 in Washington, DC.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look ahead to what states are planning for the future of reproductive rights. Also on the show, a preview of LAist’s Voter Game Plan; Encore Careers; and more.
    Senate Bill To Codify Roe Blocked–What Does The Future Of Reproductive Rights Look Like? 
    Today on AirTalk, we look ahead to what states are planning for the future of reproductive rights. Also on the show, a preview of LAist’s Voter Game Plan; Encore Careers; and more.
  • An aerial view of homes in one of the many cities in Southern California where residents will be limited to one day per week of outdoor watering on May 6, 2022 in Agoura Hills, California. A water shortage emergency has been declared in Southern California with water restrictions beginning June 1st for 6 million residents amid drought conditions.
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    Today on AirTalk, we have a panel on to discuss further California water restrictions. Also on the program, household labor during the pandemic; COVID updates; and more.
    LADWP Restricts Outdoor Water To Twice-A-Week, How Should Angelenos Prepare?
    Today on AirTalk, we have a panel on to discuss further California water restrictions. Also on the program, household labor during the pandemic; COVID updates; and more.
  • The manager of BioArt Fertility Clinics lab analyses a sample of sperm as part of an in-vitro fertilisation process in Johannesburg, on February 22, 2022.
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    Today on AirTalk, we look at the coverage of IVF costs in California. Also on the program, is ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ a viable alternative to credit; COVID updates; and more.
    IVF Is Expensive. Should Insurers Be Required To Cover Costs In California?
    Today on AirTalk, we look at the coverage of IVF costs in California. Also on the program, is ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ a viable alternative to credit; COVID updates; and more.
  • People enter the University Bookstore at the California State University Long Beach (CSULB) campus on August 11, 2021 in Long Beach, California.
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    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the value of four year colleges in California. Also on the program, checking in on Roe and the midterms; COVID updates; and more.
    As Costs Grow, How Important Is A 4-Year Degree?
    Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the value of four year colleges in California. Also on the program, checking in on Roe and the midterms; COVID updates; 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