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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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99:20

The Google Antitrust Ruling, Lunasia Dim Sum, And...

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2024/08/09

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Google antitrust ruling. Also on the show, we look back on when kids used to play in the street; we enjoy Dim Sum with the managers of Lunasia Dim Sum house; Our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Austin Cross talks with the directors of the new documentary ‘War Game;’ and more. What you need to know about the Google antitrust ruling (00:17) Listeners share their memories of playing in the streets (18:50) We enjoy Dim Sum with the

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17:21

Walking into spider webs? Getting acquainted with the...

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2024/08/09

If you feel like you’ve been running into a lot of spiders recently, you’re not alone. Whether catching a glimpse of them in the corner of your eye or walking straight into a spider web, it’s almost like they’re everywhere at the moment. So what’s going on? After a healthy season of rain the past two years, Los Angeles is welcoming a more robust and flourishing community of our local, arachnid friends. But where are you most likely to run into them? From Jumping Spiders and Orb-Weavers to

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16:59

What is sleep training and how do you find the right...

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2024/08/08

Parenthood comes with many challenges. One of the harder ones is trying to get your six month old to sleep through the night. Parenting experts and pediatricians may recommend sleep training, which is an umbrella term for different methods that parents employ to get their child to fall and stay asleep on their own. Sleep training has developed a bit of a negative connotation with one method becoming synonymous with the practice at large known as “cry it out.” Parents who decide to employ this

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100:12

Checking In On The Salton Sea, What Is Sleep...

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2024/08/08

Today on AirTalk, we check in on what the future holds for the community of the Salton Sea. Also on the show, everything you need to know about the spiders of SoCal; we look into best methods and practices of sleep training your child; Orange County demands millions in refunds for tax dollars given to a nonprofit; we get the latest on the Paris 2024 Olympic Games; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more. Checking in on the Salton Sea (00:17) Getting acquainted with the spiders of SoCal

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15:42

TV-Talk: 'Love Island,' House of the Dragon' season...

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2024/08/08

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 Marcus Jones,

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15:44

The air quality around the Salton Sea is getting...

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2024/08/08

Residents around the Salton Sea have been plagued by persistent foul odors emanating from the lake, along with increased incidences of asthma and other respiratory illnesses. In fact, a soon to be released study by UC Riverside shows that the Salton Sea’s rotting odors have become a yearlong nuisance for people living near the lake. As the Salton Sea continues to shrink and expose more toxic dust, the health risks only grow. Amid these challenges, some see a glimmer of hope in the region’s lithium

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16:59

Walking into spider webs? Getting acquainted with the...

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2024/08/08

If you feel like you’ve been running into a lot of spiders recently, you’re not alone. Whether catching a glimpse of them in the corner of your eye or walking straight into a spider web, it’s almost like they’re everywhere at the moment. So what’s going on? After a healthy season of rain the past two years, Los Angeles is welcoming a more robust and flourishing community of our local, arachnid friends. But where are you most likely to run into them? From Jumping Spiders and Orb-Weavers to

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16:48

Orange County demands millions in refunds for tax...

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2024/08/08

Orange County officials are expanding demands for refunds of millions in tax dollars that county Supervisor Andrew Do gave to a nonprofit his daughter was listed as leading. And they’re threatening to take the group to court. A letter issued Wednesday by the county, obtained by LAist through a public records request, demands Viet America Society return the millions in public funding earmarked to feed needy residents and warns millions more may be at issue. Last Friday, LAist was the first to report

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17:25

Updates from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

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2024/08/08

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are set to wrap up in the next several days. Whether watching on cable, streaming, or TikTok viewers have been treated to a stunning display of athleticism from around the globe. From a controversial opening ceremony to the triumphant return of Snoop Dog, the Paris games have been nothing short of pure entertainment. Today on AirTalk, we are breaking down everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Olympic Games as they come to a close. Joining us to discuss the

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100:15

Update On NASA Boeing Starliner, Checking In With...

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2024/08/07

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the delays and challenges facing the return of the Boeing Starliner crew. Also on the show, we learn about a new peanut allergy treatment that’s been introduced in Australia; we preview the newest episode of LAist’s podcast ‘Imperfect Paradise;’ we check-in with SoCal school districts ahead of the new school year; California State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas talks about the new self-checkout bill; and more. Latest on the NASA Boeing Starliner delays (00:17) An

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99:36

Harris Picks Gov. Tim Walz As VP, The Simpsons...

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2024/08/06

Today on AirTalk, Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Also on the show, we dig into what exactly a Vice President does; we get a behind-the-scenes peek at how ‘The Simpsons’ became so good at predicting the future; we explore how false rumors ignited a weekend of violence in the UK; we check-in with the California legislature as they head back into session; and more. Kamala Harris selects Gov. Tim Walz as running mate (00:17) What exactly does a Vice

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19:52

LAist Studios presents Passing The Mantle: LA changes...

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2024/08/06

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, Desmond and Larry talk about being homegrown Angelenos and how the city has shaped them over the years. 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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99:57

Could We Be Heading Into A Recession Year?, The...

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2024/08/05

Today on AirTalk, what the latest from Wall Street tells us about the possibility of a recession. Also on the show, we look into why U.S. based generic drug manufacturers are struggling to survive; we dive into the history of Southern California’s freeway system and its impact on Los Angeles; what’s behind tech companies scraping subtitles from hundreds of thousands of Youtube videos; listeners tell us about their first cars; and more. Are we heading into a recession? (00:17) Why are U.S. generic

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17:38

A new investigation finds big tech companies scraped...

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2024/08/05

A new investigation finds big tech companies scraped scores of YouTube video subtitles for data The rise of AI means a lot of the things you might do on the internet -- writing emails, posting to Instagram, working in a Google doc, and even posting a video to YouTube -- could be content that a major tech company could use to train its AI. A recent investigation from the nonprofit news organization Proof News and WIRED found that tech giants like Apple, Nvidia and others scraped subtitles from

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99:13

Checking In With LAists David Wagner, Austin Tries...

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2024/08/02

Today on AirTalk, we discuss rent increases in Los Angeles and the current issues facing the infamous Cecil Hotel. Also on the show, we speak with an anger management expert on how to deal with road rage; we talk Yakitori with the owner and chef behind the pop-up Yakitori Cartel; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Austin Cross chats with director Richard Papiatt and the Belfast rap trio Kneecap on their new fictionalized biopic ‘Kneecap;’ and more. Rental roundup: rent increases &

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100:34

The U.S Prisoner Exchange With Russia, History of...

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2024/08/01

Today on AirTalk, US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been released from Russian custody in what is being called one of the largest prisoner exchanges between Russia and the West. Also on the show, we explore the history of political campaign songs and how they affect a candidate's brand; we dive into the history of soap operas; listeners share how homelessness has changed since Mayor Karen Bass took office; the commander of the Mars simulation mission on their one-year mission; our TV critics review

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16:11

TV Talk: ‘Unstable,’ ‘Omnivore,’ ‘Women in Blue’ and...

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2024/08/01

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 Angie Han, TV critic for The Hollywood Reporter, and Cristina Escobar,

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102:13

Disneyland Workers Make A Deal, Are Deepfakes...

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2024/07/31

Today on AirTalk, Disneyland workers have avoided a strike after agreeing to a new deal that will increase wages by 31% and improve sick leave. Also on the show, we check in on the state of the video game industry; we explore the legal gray area of deepfakes and how to safely regulate the technology; we discuss how Vice President Kamala Harris is rebranding herself in her presidential campaign; we check-in with Los Angeles restaurants and get their thoughts on the Al Fresco ordinance extension; and

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95:34

Updates On CA Wildfires, Listeners Share Their...

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2024/07/30

Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the wildfires affecting California communities. Also on the show, we look at how President Biden might utilize his remaining months in office; we explore how technology can be used to help solve Los Angeles’s homeless crisis; directors Pete and Rebecca Davis talk about their new documentary ‘Join or Die;’ why NASA beamed a Missy Elliot song to Venus; and more. The latest on CA wildfires (00:17) A look into President Biden's remaining months (13:24) What fast food

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20:21

LAist Studios presents Passing The Mantle: Has our...

AirTalk ·

2024/07/30

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 discuss how common it is for people today to attach their jobs to their identities, whether that has changed from a few decades ago — and why. 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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