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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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Latest Episode

Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on the global technology outage. Also on the show, we break down former President Donald Trump’s republican nomination acceptance speech from last night’s Republican National Convention; screenwriter turned therapist Phil Stark discusses mental health in the entertainment industry; we preview the upcoming LAist Ice Cream Social; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry talks with director Josh Margolin and actor June Squibb about their new film ‘Thelma;’ and more.
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Join Larry Mantle Monday-Thursday 9-11am and Austin Cross on Fridays on LAist's lively discussion program. Airs on 89.3 FM and streaming on LAist.com and the LAist app.

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Previous Episodes
  • Today on AirTalk, the latest happenings from both the republican and democratic presidential campaigns. Also on the show, LA city leaders announced they’re looking to expand McArthur Park; we examine the latest research coming out on Long COVID; midseason reviews for the Dodgers and Angels; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, Elon Musk announced on Tuesday that he is moving the X and SpaceX headquarters out of California. Also on the show, we examine the science behind breakfast; we discuss this morning’s Emmy nominations; Larry Mantle and his son Desmond preview the latest ‘Passing the Mantle’ podcast episode from LAist Studios; author Albert Camarillo stops by to talk about his new book ‘Compton in My Soul: A Life in Pursuit of Racial Equality;’ and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, former President Donald Trump taps Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. Also on the show, what to do about having too many work meetings; author Paul Haddad stops by to talk about the birth of Los Angeles and his new book ‘Inventing Paradise: The Power Brokers Who Created the Dream of Los Angeles;’ we discuss the etiquette of check splitting at a restaurant; we preview Day 2 of the Republican National Convention; and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on Saturday’s shooting at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania and talk about the response from American leaders, the history of violence in American politics, and how the Republican National Convention is preparing. Also on the show, Larry Mantle talks with author Mark S. Walton on his new book ‘Unretired: How Highly Effective People Live Happily Ever After;’ we examine how summer jobs for teenagers have changed; and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, we explore a new lawsuit that alleges LA city leaders of 'thwarting' a Venice homeless housing development. Also on the show, we look into who best to turn to when seeking advice; we dig into Filipino comfort food with the co-owner of Spoon & Pork; our FilmWeek critics review the latest release; Larry Mantle interviews actor Colman Domingo on his new film ‘Sing Sing;’ and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office filed a lawsuit against an Airbnb influencer for allegedly illegally listing properties on vacation rental platforms. Also on the show, the latest on the Kroger and Albertsons merger; author Nicola Twilley stops by to talk about her new book ‘Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves;’ we rundown what to expect from the upcoming Republican National Convention; our TV critics review the best TV of the year so far; and more.
  • Today on AirTalk, the latest on the Lake Fire in Santa Barbara County and a look at the heat wave hitting Southern California. Also on the show, how a smaller prison population is impacting California’s available firefighters; we get an update on the France and UK elections; we examine why Americans are becoming skeptical of higher education; we explore the evolution of makeup trends throughout history; and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, the latest on the White House response to President Biden’s health. Also on the show, Skydance Media buys Paramount Global; we examine what happened to NYC’s ‘congestion pricing’ system and if there’s been ripple effects; we explore what presidential immunity means; a new study finds a culprit behind declining butterfly populations; new book ‘Our Kindred Creatures: How Americans Came to Feel the Way They Do About Animals’ explains our recent empathy toward animals; and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, we dig into a new proposal that looks to expand the size of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors from five to nine members. Also on the show, we dive into the history of the iconic Valley Girl accent; listeners share their thoughts on President Biden remaining in the 2024 presidential race; Larry Mantle and his son Desmond preview their new LAist podcast ‘Passing The Mantle;’ author Eric Weiner stops by to talk about his book ‘Ben & Me: In Search of a Founder’s Formula for a Long and Useful life;’ and more.
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  • Today on AirTalk, we’re sharing some of the best of Austin Cross on AirTalk Friday. First up, we take a deep dive into the world of hearing aids. Also on the show, author Bethonie Butler talks about her book ‘Black TV: Five Decades of Groundbreaking Television from Soul Train to Black-ish and Beyond;’ chef, baker, and author Nancy Silverton talks with us about life-changing cookies; Larry Mantle and our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; we explore the legacy of Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 classic ‘Seven Samurai;' and more.

AirTalk Weekly

Catch up on the best interviews and segments, handpicked by Larry Mantle and the team. Plus, info on upcoming live events, dispatches from Larry and more!
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Host, AirTalk
Host, All Things Considered, AirTalk Friday
Senior Producer, AirTalk & FilmWeek
Producer, AirTalk with Larry Mantle
Producer, AirTalk with Larry Mantle
Associate Producer, AirTalk & FilmWeek
Apprentice News Clerk, AirTalk
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