AirTalk LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about Metro’s public emergency announcement and how it addresses safety concerns for bus riders and drivers alike. Also on the show, a look into the current state of retail theft and what companies are doing to thwart would-be thieves; a deep-dive into the vast history of student activism; and more.


What to know about Metro's public emergency (00:17)
What’s going on with retail theft? (22:14)
New book examines our waste problem (37:37)
The history of student protests (51:24)
What are the benefits of cold plunging? (1:09:43)
New book explores the birth of LA's beach culture (1:23:31)

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the charges filed Wednesday against a top aide to Los Angeles DA George Gascón. Also on the show, a conversation with Karla Vasquez on her new cookbook highlighting Salvadoran cuisine; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.


What to know about the charges filed against longtime aide in DA’s office (00:17)
What’s behind the allure of ‘Millenial Gray?’ (16:27)
Karla Vasquez on her new Salvadoran cookbook (41:43)
FilmWeek critics review the latest releases (1:06:27)
FilmWeek Feature: Seven Samurai 70 years later (1:22:27)

Go back to the movies with us!

We're still profiling LA's repertory theaters in Revival House cause there are SO MANY to check out! In this episode, we explore a cool space with some deep, messy history.

Fashion label Brain Dead has taken over a site that some would consider....a little cursed. Originally opened in the 1940s as The Silent Movie Theater on Fairfax, the venue was home to premieres and parties. Until a theft and murder shut the theater down.

In the 2000s, it was taken over by Cinefamily, which programmed in that space until allegations of abuse came to light in 2017.

But today, Brain Dead Studios is keeping the lights on for nerds, artists, and skate punks in Los Angeles -- aiming to create an eclectic community space to inspire creatives and show good movies. Take a listen as we explain the history and present of this theater.

Guests: Professor and historian Ross Melnick, Brain Dead founder Kyle Ng  

Today on AirTalk, the Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case charging him with plotting to overturn the 2020 election. Also on the show, a dive into the history and recent disappearance of TV laugh tracks; our TV critics review the latest releases on streaming and TV; and more.


SCOTUS considers Presidential immunity (00:17)
History of the laugh track  (14:03)
What’s the future for ‘Bluey?’ (28:22)
Our critics review the latest shows (35:52)

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the student camp-in movement and the pro-Palesteinan protests happening across California universities. Also on the show, a look at the Supreme Court case that considers immunity for former President Trump; Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass sits down to talk about her city budget proposal; and more.

 


The latest on the student camp-in movement at CA universities (00:17)
The push to let undocumented students work on campus (21:57)
Retired WaPo editor Marty Baron talks new book (36:12)
What to know about Trump's immunity case (53:25)
Mayor Bass on her city budget proposal (1:03:15)
New photography exhibit looks to project on building (1:32:30)

Today on AirTalk, we take a look at Mayor Bass’ new city budget proposal. Also on the show, a new ‘Mood of the Nation’ poll finds that Americans are more angry than proud when asked about recent news events and American politics; breaking down the concealed carry permit process; and more.

 


A look at Mayor Bass' new budget proposal (00:17)
The latest on Bird Flu cases (17:11)
New 'Mood of the Nation' poll finds an angry America (34:47)
Is 'Broadband for All' working? (51:56)
Breaking down the concealed carry permit process (59:57)
What happens to an unclaimed body? 1:31:24