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AirTalk

Join Larry Mantle weekdays for lively and in-depth discussions of Los Angeles and Southern California news, politics, science, entertainment, the arts and more. More AirTalk at www.kpcc.org.

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99:34

California to sue over tariffs, Listeners share...

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2025/04/16

Today on AirTalk, what to know about California's plan to sue over President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Also on the show, a proposed state bill aims to provide a short-term fix for unhoused college students; we discuss the latest Imperfect Paradise episode from LAist studios; we check in on efforts to defund public broadcasting; we look at how to navigate grief after the recent wildfires; and more. California to sue over Trump’s tariffs (00:17) New CA bill aims to address unhoused college

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14:30

What’s your most vivid memory of Phys Ed class, good...

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2025/04/16

Physical education classes, whether they made you enthusiastic or not, always held their fair share of memorable moments. It was a class where you could find yourself accidentally kicking a ball at someone’s face, or taking a tetherball right to your own noggin. Some students would be striving for a personal best in the mile, while others purposely moved at a snail’s pace. Given the variety of games and stories that came out of physical education, we thought it’d be worth hearing

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17:24

Why are we drawn to fads and collectibles?

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2025/04/15

If you stopped by Trader Joe's recently, you may have been greeted by a line of customers a block away waiting to get their hands on the new limited edition mini totes. A similar phenomenon happened last year when Stanley released a special Valentine's Day tumbler in collaboration with Starbucks. From totes, to cups, to blind boxes, McDonald's Happy Meal toys, collectibles have always piqued customers' interests. But why? Today on AirTalk, we discuss the reasons why people are drawn to fad

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20:14

Are you for REAL ID? What you need to know about the...

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2025/04/15

After 17 years of delays, the DMV has deemed May 7 as the official deadline for people to get their REAL ID. This deadline was set years ago after the Department of Homeland Security pushed back the prior deadline of May 3, 2023. REAL ID is expected to be important for a lot of residents— other than serving most of the purposes of today’s acceptable forms of identification– these news IDs will also be important for domestic travel. Today on AirTalk, we tell you what you need to

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99:43

How dangerous drivers stay on CA roads, Mid-century...

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2025/04/14

Today on AirTalk, a new CalMatters investigation examines how dangerous drivers are allowed to stay on California roads. Also on the show, we check in on California’s mosquito population; we get the latest on LA28 Olympic games; we look into the history of SoCal’s mid-century modern motels; new book dives into Shohei Ohtani’s historic first season with the Dodgers; and more. Investigation: how dangerous drivers stay on CA roads (00:17) The latest on CA’s mosquito

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100:43

Soil testing after the Eaton and Palisades fires, Le...

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2025/04/11

Today on AirTalk, the Lost Angeles County Department of Public Health have released preliminary soil testing results from areas impacted by January’s wildfires. Also on the show, we look into whether we can change our personality; we get a taste of the all-American diner with Le Hut Dinette for Food Friday; our Filmweek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on their new film ‘Warfare;’ and more. Lead and other contaminants found in soil

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99:24

How trade relations will impact U.S. consumers,...

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2025/04/10

Today on AirTalk, how trade relations with China could affect U.S. consumers. Also on the show, we look at how Gen Z screen habits are impacting legacy media; we celebrate Record Store Day; we discuss the future of LAHSA; the iconic Prue Leith drops in to talk about ‘The Great American Baking Show;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more. How might trade relations with China impact consumers? (00:17) Gen-Z screen habits — should legacy media be concerned? (18:24)

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18:43

TV Talk: ‘The White Lotus,’ The Last of Us,’ ‘Black...

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2025/04/10

Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. This week, listeners will get the latest scoop on what’s worth watching with Dominic Patten, executive editor for Deadline and

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99:20

Trumps Tariffs impact California, New bill would...

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2025/04/09

Today on Airtalk, we get the latest on Trump’s tariffs and how they may impact California. Also on the show, we look at how far California education officials can push back against DEI orders; a new state bill considers extending last call; new Imperfect Paradise episode explores rebuilding in Altadena; listeners share their thoughts on rebuilding after the wildfires; and more. How tariffs will impact California (00:17) Can California K-12 schools push back against DEI orders? (20:25)

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98:09

State Farm seeks rate hikes, Where did all the sound...

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2025/04/08

Today on AirTalk, State Farm looks to justify potential rate hikes this morning at a rare public hearing. Also on the show, we discuss what’s in store for the future of Angel Stadium; Los Angeles sound stage occupancy declines to record lows; we check in on Huntington Beach’s voter ID law; San Francisco modifies its harm reduction policy; and more. State Farm seeks rate hikes in public hearing (00:17) What's the future of Angel Stadium? (15:34) New report finds low sound stage

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100:10

Trump's tariffs hit SoCal, Partnership without...

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2025/04/07

Today on AirTalk, we're checking in on the repercussions from Trump's tariffs on SoCal ports and the stock market. We want to hear from you if you live wth your partner but have no plans to marry. What's the pull, and why does it work for you? Librarian of the year, and LA’s city librarian, John Szabo, talks all things libraries. Tariffs Check-In: Stocks and SoCal ports repercussions (00:17) Why do couples live together and never marry? (32:19) All things libraries with LA’s city

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99:49

Answering personal finance Qs, The California accent,...

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2025/04/04

Today on AirTalk, the DOW average dropped another thousand points this morning, in response to Trump's tariffs. With such volatility in the stock market, many Americans are rushing to 'recession-proof' their portfolios. We have a personal finance expert with us to answer your most pressing questions. What does the Californian accent really sound like? Whether you're from here and can differentiate accents between locales, or you moved here and noticed some heavy accents, you should, like, totally

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30:30

Do Californians, like, really have an accent? Here’s...

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2025/04/04

You know the accent. You’ve heard it exaggerated in The Californians on SNL, slurred by Sean Penn in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and sung by Moon Unit Zappa in the most famous monologue in the San Fernando Valley. The California accent has been parodied in the media for decades. California is the largest state by population, making it one of the most diverse in the nation. So, is there truly an accent that unites all its residents? Today on AirTalk, we are talking about the California

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102:49

The latest on Trump's tariffs, Folk legend Janice...

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2025/04/03

Today on AirTalk, as we watch the stock market react to Trump's tariffs, we'll have economic experts on the show to talk about how this might affect consumers. LA has big plans to recycle more water. LAist reporter joins the show to tell us how the plans are coming along. Your favorite home improvement show takes on the world of radio. We're joined by the host of the program to talk about the new show. An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in the red fire retardant used in wildfires. A new

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15:46

TV Talk: ‘Lazarus,’ ‘Dying for Sex,’ ‘Pulse,’ and...

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2025/04/03

Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. This week, listeners will get the latest scoop on what’s worth watching with Charles Solomon, film critic for LAist, Animation

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99:29

What's next for LAHSA, Rose Bowl swaps fireworks for...

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2025/04/02

Today on AirTalk, LA County strips hundreds of millions from LAHSA, what's next? We have councilmembers, a reporter, and Mayor Bass on the show to talk about the vote. A new bill targets CEQA requirements for infill housing projects. Unrest grows in Central Valley communities due to fear surrounding ICE presence. The Rose Bowl has announced that it will opt for drones this Fourth of July in place of fireworks. What do you think? American Jazz pianist Emmet Cohen talks tour. LA County strips

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99:19

40 Years of AirTalk

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2025/04/01

Today on AirTalk, we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the very first live airing of AirTalk with Larry Mantle. Join us on a journey through the ages as we look back at the show's history and how our coverage has evolved alongside the city of Los Angeles. We'll talk with former and current producers of the show, some of our recurring guests and other fan favorites. We have so much in store for you today, and you won't want to miss this special airing of the show. Evolution of LA history,

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18:40

40 years of AirTalk: The evolution of LA history,...

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2025/04/01

Los Angeles has changed exponentially and in many unexpected ways over the last 40 years. AirTalk has been there to help Southern Californians navigate the latest political, historical, and scientific news. We’re joined by some of the most prominent and long-time guests to join the show and help listeners better understand the different facets of L.A. Joining is Fernando Guerra, professor of political science and Chicana/o Latina/o studies at Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Lucy Jones,

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20:42

40 years of AirTalk: A lot has changed in film and...

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2025/04/01

First it was the pandemic, then the writer’s strike, and now the ever-encroaching threat of AI – Hollywood has had its struggles over the years. But what does the future of the industry hold? Will the industry leave LA in search for better tax breaks? Will AI take jobs away from creatives? And after a bleak first quarter, what does the future of movie-going look like? Joining us to share their take on the industry is Tim Cogshell, film critic for LAist with Alt-Film Guide and

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13:59

40 years of AirTalk: Drew Carey joins Larry Mantle in...

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2025/04/01

There’s nothing like turning on a comforting game show like The Price is Right and seeing a familiar face. For decades, it was host Bob Barker. For the last 18 years, it’s been comedian and actor Drew Carey, who took over for Barker in 2007. So Carey knows a little something about putting together a long-running production. The Price is Right just celebrated its own milestone – 10,000 episodes. Carey is also a long-time listener of AirTalk. He joins Larry in conversation as they

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