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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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99:43

Impact of Trump's tariffs, Changes in Starbucks,...

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2025/02/03

Today on AirTalk, we're going over the economic fallout of Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. What is a Wildlife-Urban Interface and how are the people who live in those areas affected by wildfires? While Northern California may be the first to come to mind when you think of the Gold Rush, down here in the south there is plenty of gold mining history. Patt Morrison of the LA Times is here to give us the details. In recent months, the coffee industry giant Starbucks has made many changes

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99:16

CA Attorney General Rob Bonta, Comfort TV, FilmWeek...

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2025/01/31

Today on AirTalk, California Attorney General Rob Bonta talks price gouging in the wake of the L.A. wildfires and challenging the Trump administration. What TV show do you find yourself returning to again and again for comfort? Call in and share it with us. For Food Friday, we're celebrating Lunar New Year with delicious food from Bone Kettle. California AG on price gouging, challenging Trump and more (00:17)What’s your go-to comfort TV show? (20:41)Food Friday: Celebrating the Lunar New Year

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99:10

Aviation Collision in D.C., LA housing regulations...

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2025/01/30

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the aviation collision in Washington D.C. The L.A. County Board of Supervisors votes to ask the state to suspend some building requirements in areas affected by recent wildfires. Travel writer, Rick Steves, previews his new memoir. Self-censorship in academic faculty poll findings. Going over Grammy nominations and what to expect from this year's awards. This week on TV Talk: ‘Paradise,’ ‘Funny Woman,’ ‘Elsbeth,’ and more! Today on

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99:43

Crenshaw RV lot opens for the unhoused, LA Fire...

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2025/01/29

Today on AirTalk, we're covering the new RV lot that opened in Crenshaw for unhoused people. We're getting into the concept of collective trauma and how the recent wildfires may affect mental health long term. Author Pico Iyer will preview his newest book 'Aflame.' As wildfire debris removal gets underway, concerns about where it will be dumped are raised. A new study looks into the life expectancy of adults with ADHD and finds it to be significantly shorter. Today on AirTalk: RV lot opens in

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99:30

Latest on fire recovery, Digital crowding, Trump's...

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2025/01/28

Today on AirTalk, we'll start by talking to County Supervisors for any fire-related updates. Trump has put a freeze on federal funding, what does that mean for the people who depend on it? An author will be previewing his new book about socializing in a digital age. We're taking a look at the implications of Trump's recent executive order on sex and gender with a legal expert. A new study finds a morning-after pill that can be used, in higher doses, as an abortion drug. We'll end the show talking

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99:47

DeepSeek A.I. , Trump's environmental policies, LA...

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2025/01/27

Today on AirTalk, we're talking about the AI app that has sent U.S. tech stocks reeling in its wake. We'll consult with experts on how Trump's environmental policies might affect CA's goals in that area. We're talking with Bill Deverell, an L.A.-based historian, who wrote an essay on how we can use SoCal history to guide our rebuilding efforts after the fires. We'll be using the Oscar-nominated film The Brutalist to start a larger conversation about the use of AI audio in the film industry. We'll

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49:40

California relief aid, Trump's trip to the Golden...

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2025/01/24

Today on AirTalk, we're breaking down the disaster aid coming to California in response to the wildfires. How much is coming, where is it coming from and why has Trump threatened to withhold it? As President Trump takes the first steps toward ending DEI in the U.S., we're talking about the historical context of DEI practices and getting into what exactly it is. This Food Friday, we're joined by the owners of the popular burger joint, Heavy Handed, who have been serving free food to survivors of the

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102:17

2025 Oscar Nominations, Trump's New immigration...

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2025/01/23

Today on AirTalk, we're going over the surprises and snubs from the Oscar nominations announced this morning. What is 'Stargate' AI, why did Trump invest $5 billion into it, and why is Elon Musk against the decision? We'll check back in with those who lost their homes in the L.A. wildfires to see what the challenges they're facing in the wake of the disaster. We'll look into Trump's new immigration policies as well as how they will affect the overall state of relations between the U.S. and Mexico

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99:30

Wildfire updates, Impact of soCal fires on Vegas and...

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2025/01/22

Today on AirTalk, we're bringing you up to date on all the latest information on the LA wildfires. We are joined by a team from KNPR in Nevada to talk about how wildfires might affect housing in L.A., Vegas, and beyond. We will also hear from both KNPR and LAist listeners about how they've been affected by the fires, so call in and share your story. Larry will have insurance experts along with Ricardo Lara, California’s Insurance Commissioner, to give insight on what might be next for the CA

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99:30

Wildfire debris removal, Trump's plan to change...

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2025/01/21

Today on AirTalk, as officials begin clearing debris in the wake of the L.A. wildfires, we'll get details about the cleanup process. The newly inaugurated U.S. president, Donald Trump, has made his intent to get rid of birthright citizenship very clear with a day-one executive order. What does it say and how might it affect us here in L.A.? For this week's SoCal History lesson, we are looking into Altadena and the Pacific Palisades as an ode to these culturally rich communities that were affected by

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44:07

Imperfect Paradise: The first five days inside LA’s...

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2025/01/17

Larry Mantle has been a radio host in Los Angeles for nearly 40 years. Over the course of hosting his live, daily, public affairs call-in show on LAist 89.3, he’s covered the region’s biggest triumphs and tragedies, hearing from officials and Angelenos alike. Covering the Palisades, Eaton, and other current LA wildfires has been especially trying. “I have never seen in such a short period of time this kind of devastation,” said Mantle. Imperfect Paradise host Antonia

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50:07

The possible long-term effects the LA fires may have...

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2025/01/17

Today on AirTalk, we're talking about the fire's possible long term effects on housing in L.A. Many beloved restaurants burnt down in the fires, and the ones that are still standing are doing their part to continue serving their community. We're talking about the special place that these restaurants have in our hearts and where you can get free meals if you have been affected by the fires. In the wake of all the devastation, we want to hear from our listeners about why they love L.A. and what makes

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100:12

Navigating home insurance after a wildfire, Status...

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2025/01/16

Today on AirTalk, we're talking to insurance experts to help listeners navigate home insurance after the L.A. wildfires. We'll be checking in on L.A. wildlife and those who are working to save them. Pasadena's Huntington Health was the closest hospital to the fires, we're talking to the CEO to hear about what the doctors and nurses have been dealing with. We'll also be looking into utility companies in SoCal and their tumultuous history with wildfires. For TV Talk, we have The Pitt, Severance season

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99:28

The latest on Santa Ana winds and an outlook on fire...

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2025/01/15

Today on AirTalk, we're looking at the new Red Flag Warnings issued for L.A. and Ventura Counties. Is it possible to build a fireproof home? We'll have an expert on to answer questions about building materials as many people begin the process of rebuilding their homes and businesses. We'll have an open conversation about dealing the grief and loss of the wildfires. Pasadena Humane Society has been working nonstop to care for the animals, both wild and domesticated, that have been displaced by the

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53:00

LAist 89.3 Special Part 2: LA County Fires explainer...

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2025/01/14

LAist science reporter and host of The Big Burn podcast, Jacob Margolis, takes listener questions and talks with experts about the state of immediate housing, rebuilding and fire resiliency, and he speaks with a survivor of the 2017 Tubbs Fire, which devastated Santa Rosa and the surrounding region.

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100:38

Red Flag Warnings, Wildfire Investigations, Air...

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2025/01/14

Today on AirTalk, we'll cover the Red Flag Warning still in effect for LA and Ventura counties and what that means. We're giving updates on everything we know thus far about how the fires started. Will your N95 mask from Covid protect you from the toxins in the air from the L.A. wildfires? Experts weigh in. LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman discusses looting as firefighters get a handle on the spread of the fires. We want to hear from you about the acts of kindness that you have experienced during

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43:34

LAist 89.3 Special: LA County Fires explainer with...

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2025/01/14

LAist science reporter, and host ofThe Big Burn podcast, Jacob Margolis, talks to fire experts for this broadcast special. He discusses what to know about fires, their resulting air quality questions, how to make sense of fire updates, and talks to former firefighters.

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100:05

LA fire weather forecast warns of 'particularly...

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2025/01/13

Today on AirTalk, as firefighters start to get a handle on the Los Angeles wildfires, we have assembled experts to give the latest updates and answer listener questions. We'll be talking about the fire weather forecast for the coming days, changes in rent prices and CA environmental policy going forward. If you are dealing with the fallout of these fires, call in and share your story. Today on AirTalk: LA fire weather forecast (0:15) Environmental policy in CA post-fires (20:47) Keeping an eye on

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102:15

Fire updates: containment efforts, damage assessment...

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2025/01/10

Today on AirTalk, we're briefing listeners on the multiple devastating Los Angeles wildfires. We'll talk with listeners for first hand accounts as well as public officials to get all the information we can. We'll talk containment efforts, damage assessment, managing yours and your family's grief and trauma. Reach us at 866-893-5722 or email us at atcomments@laist.com with any information or questions. Today on AirTalk: Fire updates: containment efforts, damage assessment and more How to process the

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26:10

California's insurance commissioner walks fire...

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2025/01/10

Ricardo Lara has tips on reimbursement options, what renters and business owners should know, what to do if you're not insured and how to watch for scams.

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