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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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21:48

OC Supervisor Andrew Do speaks out. Here’s what he...

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2024/08/26

Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do, the central figure in an unfolding corruption scandal that saw his home searched by FBI and IRS agents last week, has for months declined to comment to English-language news outlets. Last week, he spoke out on Vietnamese-language radio, according to a recording of the remarks that LAist had translated. The broadcast took place a few hours after LAist broke the news on Aug. 15 that county officials filed a fraud lawsuit against his daughter, Rhiannon Do, and others

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16:59

A dog rescue in Downtown LA is the subject of a new...

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2024/08/26

The wellbeing of animals, pets in particular, is inextricably tied to the wellbeing of humans. In the U.S. nearly 20 million pets live in poverty alongside their owners. There is a narrative that most stray pets and rescues come from owners who beat and neglected them. While this is certainly true in many cases, there is another story that a new book seeks to shed light on. That story is about underserved communities who may love their animals deeply, but cannot always afford to care for them. This

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23:29

A Riverside football team gets national attention and...

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2024/08/26

Last November, a parade was held for Riverside's California School for the Deaf’s football team who had just won their state championship. The victory was triumphant and an unlikely turn of events for a team that had long been outcasted as the underdogs. In the new book "The Boys of Riverside,” New York Times reporter Thomas Fuller follows the team on their two year journey from hardly ever winning to having an undefeated season. The book takes a closer look at the team’s players, their dynamic head

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111:41

VP Harris' DNC Speech Recap, A Slice Of NY Pizza, And...

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2024/08/23

Today on AirTalk, we dig into the final night of the DNC and Vice President Kamala Harris’ first speech as the democratic nominee. Also on the show, we talk about love and AI companionship; we chow down on some New York style pizza with the chef and owner of Danny Boy’s Pizza; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle interviews Boston Globe film critic Odie Henderson on his new book ‘Black Caesars and Foxy Cleopatras: A History of Blaxploitation Cinema;’ and more. Recap: Vice

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97:16

The California Journalism AI Deal, Larry Mizell, And...

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2024/08/22

Today on AirTalk, California partners with Tech companies to fund AI research and local journalism. Also on the show, how to support LGBTQ+ students heading back to school; author Molly A. Schneider talks about her new book ‘Gold Dust on the Air: Television Anthology Drama and Midcentury American Culture;’ we dig into the convenience and concerns surrounding digital driver’s licenses; Larry Mantle interviews Larry Mizell and Adrian Younge on the upcoming “Jazz Is Dead” concert series at The Ford;

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12:47

TV Talk: ‘Homicide’ streaming release, ‘Pachinko,’...

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2024/08/22

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 Roxana Hadadi, TV critic for Vulture, and Liz Shannon Miller, senior

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99:43

CA Rising Electric Bills, The 60th Anniversary Of The...

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2024/08/21

Today on AirTalk, a new report finds electricity bills continue to rise. Also on the show, we remember The Beatles pivotal 1964 Hollywood Bowl performance; what to know about a new policy change that could impact real estate commissions; we get the latest on the weight loss medication shortage and alternative drugs; author and roboticist Daniela Rus talks about her new book ‘The Mind’s Mirror: Risk and Reward in the Age of AI;’ and more. CA electric bills are rising (00:17) Remembering The Beatles

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17:18

Students face new protest restrictions on college...

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2024/08/20

As college students get ready to head back to campus, the Cal State and UC’s have both issued policies that promise to enforce harder restrictions on protest demonstrations and encampments. This comes after the string of pro-Palestian protests that spread across the nation’s colleges and universities last spring. Cal State issued their revamped protest policy on Thursday. Included among the restrictions were bans on encampments and overnight demonstrations. UC President Michael Drake put out a

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99:26

How Long Beach Is Approaching Homelessness, Triple...

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2024/08/20

Today on AirTalk, the city of Long Beach began clearing out unhoused encampments this week, joining a list of cities who say they’ll ticket unhoused people for camping or sleeping in public. Also on the show, the latest on the Israel-Gaza war; New York Times contributing opinion writer Frank Bruni on his new book ‘The Age of Grievance;’ Cal State and UC systems announce ban on encampments; we get the latest in baseball and the 2028 Olympic sports; and more. How Long Beach is addressing homelessness

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14:34

Why swearing doesn’t feel like such a big deal anymore

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2024/08/20

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Larry and Desmond talk about how swearing has changed over the years... becoming more common, less taboo, and moving the dial on what it means to be vulgar today. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

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99:26

The Latest On OC Supervisor Do, What To Know About...

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2024/08/19

Today on AirTalk, the latest on Orange County suing a non profit connected to Supervisor Andrew Do. Also on the show, what you need to know about the recent social security data breach; we explore the world of grizzly bears with Kevin Grange, author of the book “Grizzly Confidential: An Astounding Journey into the Secret Life of North America’s Most fearsome Predator;” we look at the research, evidence and processes of gender-affirming care, explaining what it is and shining a light on

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99:18

MPOX Global Emergency, Austin Tries Mezcal, And FilmWeek

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2024/08/16

Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about the World Health Organization declaring a global health emergency for mpox. Also on the show, we breakdown perfectionism with a psychologist; we explore the world of Mezcal with the chef and owner of Oaxacan restaurant and mezcaleria Madre; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; FilmWeek presents ‘The Fast and the Furious’ post-screening conversation with Larry Mantle, Amy Nicholson, Christy lemire, and special guests; and more. WHO declares

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97:28

Updates From Ukraine, The History Of Hanna-Barbera...

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2024/08/15

Today on AirTalk, we get the latest on Ukraine’s surprise incursion into Russia. Also on the show, Paramount Global begins restructuring, cuts 15% of their workforce; author Greg Ehrbar drops by to talk about his new book “Hanna-Barbera: The Recorded History From Modern Stone Age to Meddling Kids;” we look into how Los Angeles World Airports is addressing raid hailing concerns at LAX; we get a preview of next week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago; out TV critics review the latest shows;

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13:05

TV-talk: ‘Emily in Paris,’ ‘Chimp Crazy,’ ‘Bel-Air’...

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2024/08/15

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 Whitney Friedlander, freelance entertainment writer, and Steve

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15:09

COVID has been designated as ‘endemic’. What does...

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2024/08/14

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16:54

Gov. Newsom threatens to redirect funding if cities...

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2024/08/14

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99:24

Encino Burglary Updates, The History of Synchronized...

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2024/08/14

Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the recent string of property crime hitting Encino residents and neighboring communities. Also on the show, we explore what undecided voters are feeling about Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy; we dig into the history of synchronized swimming in Vicki Valosik’s new book “Swimming Pretty: The Untold Story of Women in Water;” Governor Gavin Newsom threatens to redirect funds if cities don’t remove homeless encampments; COVID has been designated as an ‘endemic;’

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99:10

Earthquake Updates, LAX's Rideshare Problem, And...

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2024/08/13

Today on AirTalk, after yesterday’s 4.4 magnitude quake near Highland Park, we learn about the Puente Hills fault. Also on the show, we check-in with Mayor Karen Bass; we look at ways LAX can improve its ride sharing infrastructure; we examine the six California district races that could impact who controls Congress; listeners share the best scenic running routes in SoCal; and more. Dr. Lucy Jones on origin of Monday quake (00:17) Mayor Bass reflects on Paris Olympics, looks to LA's (12:34) How to

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19:27

LAist Presents Passing The Mantle: Why is Gen Z so...

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2024/08/13

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. From free love to STDs, Larry and Desmond unpack how attitudes toward sex have shifted over the years as young people express more reluctance to get involved than the generations before them. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

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99:34

Capturing LA In 2028, The History of Newport Harbor,...

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2024/08/12

Today on AirTalk, with the 2024 Paris Olympics games wrapped, we reflect on how Los Angeles is prepared to bring the essence of California to the 2028 games. Also on the show, we take a look at how the U.S. economy is fairing after a tumultuous last week; we dig into the history of Newport Harbor; we check-in on parents on the first-day back to school for LAUSD; listeners share their most sublime and perfect moments of their lives; and more. How do we bring the essence of CA to the 2028 Olympic

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