AirTalk

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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.

  1. 1 HR. AGO

    Election Update, Undiagnosed A.D.H.D., Tiki Culture and more

    Today on AirTalk, we'll hit the presidential campaign trail as the two candidates make closing arguments to voters. Also, our weeklong parenting series continues with a chat about how our childhood affects our parenting style. Plus, we explore the prevalence of undiagnosed ADHD in adults after study found that a quarter of adult Americans believe they have it. And we'll talk with the authors of a new book about Palm Springs' obsession with tiki culture. Today on AirTalk: The home stretch election update (0:15) Parenting Series: How much do our parents shape our child-raising instincts? (18:29) How prevalent is undiagnosed ADHD in adults? (51:00) New book explores Palm Springs tiki culture (1:23:57)

    1h 40m

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Dodgers Take 3-0 Lead, Lack of aid in Gaza, Parenting styles and more

    Today on AirTalk, one year of Israel’s ground invasion of Gaza, we want to know how much aid Palestinians are receiving today. We'll also continue this week’s parenting series by reflecting on how we discipline our children, and how the practice has evolved through generations. Plus, did you know that there is a new initiative that allows California tribes to sue casinos? We'll explain how this works and its potential impact on local communities. We'll also have the founder and artistic director of the all-women's choir VOX Femina, Iris Levine, and we'll hear AirTalk listeners share the scariest movies they've ever seen. Today on AirTalk: Triple Play: Dodgers take 3-0 World Series lead (0:15) How much aid are Palestinians receiving? (14:21) Parenting series: Modern discipline (32:25) New law allows CA tribes to sue casinos (50:24) The story of the VOX Femina all-women's choir (1:07:31) The scariest movie ever (1:17:01)

    1h 40m

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Newsom expands film & TV tax credit, Ridge Route origins, and more.

    Today on AirTalk, we'll find out what to expect from Governor Newsom’s plans to expand the state's tax credit for the film and television industry to $750 million. Plus, tech advances and other societal changes have led to parents being involved with their kids well past childhood — we'll dig into "endless parenting" and get advice for how to avoid overparenting. And we'll learn about the history of Southern California's Grapevine route and talk with author Joel Brokaw, the son of legendary Hollywood agent Norman Brokaw, about his new book Driving Marilyn. Today on AirTalk: Newsom to expand California's film & TV tax credit (0:15) How much parenting is too much? (15:57) SoCal History: How did the Grapevine come to be? (43:05) The book Driving Marilyn is the story of a legendary Hollywood agent (1:13:15)

    1h 32m

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    Menendez Brothers potential resentencing, breakfast sandos and more!

    Today on AirTalk, we will cover the latest developments in the Menendez brothers’ fight for freedom as LA County DA recommends resentencing. We will hear from the son of legendary folk singer Jim Croce, A.J., who is currently on a Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary tour in which he honors his father through music. On this week’s Food Friday, the rivalry between NYC and LA reaches the kitchen with an LA restaurant called Bodega Park making a mean chopped cheese. Today on AirTalk: L.A. County DA announces recommendation of resentencing for the Menendez Brothers. What does this mean? (0:15) A.J. Croce honors his legendary folk singer father, Jim Croce, on tour (17:21) Bodega Park is serving up breakfast sandwiches (42:48)

    50 min

  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    AirTalk Extra: Dodgers broadcaster Jaime Jarrín on Fernando Valenzuela

    Following the death of beloved Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, the team's longtime Spanish language broadcaster Jaime Jarrín, who was Fernando's translator during his days with the team, spoke with AirTalk host Larry Mantle about the loss of his friend and former broadcasting partner, his memories of "Fernandomania," Fernando's importance to Latino and Mexican baseball fans in the U.S. and the indelible mark Fernando left on the Dodgers organization and the entire baseball community.

    16 min

  6. 6 DAYS AGO

    City Council Election, L.A. Times editor resignation, T.V. Talk and more

    Today on AirTalk, we will go over where and how to cast your ballot for the election season. We will get into the context of the LA City Council candidate who said ‘F– the police.’ We will see what there is to learn from the outcome of Argentina repealing rent control. The LA Times owner has decided against endorsing a presidential candidate, we will take a look at the history of newspaper endorsements and their place in politics today. Larry will talk about the season openers for both the Lakers and Clippers. We will end today’s show with TV Taklk which includes reviews of ‘Shrinking,’ ‘What We Do in the Shadows,’ ‘Hysteria.’ Today on AirTalk: Voting FAQ's (0;15) L.A. City Council seats up for grabs (11:36) Takeaways from Argentina's rent control repeal (23:29) Newspaper presidential endorsements (33:03) Previewing Lakers, Clippers seasons (44:32) TV Talk: ‘Shrinking,’ ‘What We Do in the Shadows,’ and more (54:46)

    1h 3m

  7. OCT 23

    Latest on Andrew Do charge, High Travel Rates, tribute to Fernando Valenzuela and more

    Today on AirTalk, we will break down the latest developments in the Andrew Do fraud investigation with the LAist reporter who broke the story,  Nick Gerda. High holiday travel costs have people looking for destination alternatives; we’ll talk about this year’s travel trends. LA and New York NPR teams will be making a bet on the World Series. Call in and tell us what you think the terms should be. Larry and his guests will reflect on the life and legacy of Dodgers pitcher, Fernando Valenzuela. Today on AirTalk: The latest on the Andrew Do fraud investigation (0:15) High travel rates have people looking at alternatives (11:37) LA and New York NPR teams to bet on the World Series, call in and help us set the terms (22:29) The life and legacy of Fernando Valenzuela (31:44)

    1h 31m

  8. OCT 22

    Mental Health workers strike, Chocolate Inflation, Andrew Do Guilty Plea and more.

    Today on AirTalk, we will talk about the SoCal Kaiser mental health worker strike and tell you why it is happening and how it might affect patients. We will get to the bottom of the surge in chocolate prices this holiday season, give updates on the House and Senate races, and cover how holiday travelers are going to alternative destinations due to high travel rates. We will also bring you the latest updates on the Andrew Do fraud investigation after the charges against him were announced this morning. Today on AirTalk: CA's role in the House and Senate races (0:15) Why SoCal Kaiser mental health workers are on strike (11:45) Chocolate prices surge (24:45) Andrew Do agrees to plead guilty to public corruption charges (32:45)

    1h 20m
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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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  • Creator
    LAist 89.3
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2024
  • Episodes
    96
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