AirTalk LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more.


Remembering civil rights leader Reverand James Lawson Jr. (00:17)
What’s behind Gen Z’s interest in the trades? (20:06)
What’s the best city to raise a family? (36:13)
An update on LA rent hikes (51:35)
Is earthquake insurance important? (1:08:37)
Why is Spotify expanding beyond music? (1:29:20)

Originally being an alert system for Angelenos following the attack on Pearl Harbor, civil defense sirens were a device that was meant to warn folks of an incoming disastrous event if one were to happen. Going from the angst of World War 2 to the fears of nuclear war during the Cold War, Angelenos saw more than 200 defense sirens across the town hoisted up in neighborhoods and meant to serve as a warning sign. With the sirens having been around for so long, sporting different looks, we thought it’d be worthwhile to discuss how they came to be and how their testing kept Angelenos alert in a way that was unique to the earthquake drills that exist to this day. Kim Cooper and Richard Schave, co-creators of Esotouric, a niche tour company in Los Angeles, are joining us to provide a primer on LA's civil defense sirens.

 

Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and more.


Are we due for the ‘big one?’ (00:17)
Do theme parks have an annual pass problem? (17:19)
The history of LA’s civil defense sirens (34:54)
The future of nuclear energy (51:28)
What to know about ‘buy now, pay later’ plans (1:09:12)
New study shows there’s less sex in films (1:26:45)

In the classic American steakhouse “employees hone the art of performance,” writes New York Times reporter Rita Bullwinkel in her recent piece. Steakhouses are a beloved iteration of restaurant that we’ve adopted from coast to coast. It’s a distinct genre defined by certain elements, like crisp white linens, wood paneling, and of course, steak. Today on AirTalk, we want to hear from you. What’s your favorite steakhouse and why? Call us at 866-893-5722 or email us at atcomments@laist.com.

Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more.


CA’s early-warning earthquake system gets an update (00:17)
Pat Sajak, host of Wheel of Fortune, retires after 41 seasons (11:41)
Celebrating National Donut Day with LA’s own Monarch Donuts (23:58)
FilmWeek critics review the latest releases  (33:09)

Today on AirTalk, the Lakers are reportedly targeting UConn’s Dan Hurley for head coach. Also on the show, a desert town community is upset over the planned destruction of thousands of Joshua Trees for a new solar power project; Knott’s Berry Farm asks visitors to call out line-jumpers; why ‘survive ‘til 25’ has become the new entertainment industry motto; corporate America is tuning out this year’s election; our TV critics review the latest shows; and more.


Lakers consider UConn's Dan Hurley for head coach (00:17)
Thousands of Joshua Tree's to be removed for new solar power project (6:32)
Knott’s Berry Farm calls out line-jumpers (12:54)
Entertainment’s ‘survive ‘til 25’ strategy (26:24)
Why corporate America is tuning out politics (32:37)
Our TV critics review the latest shows (53:13)