AirTalk

AirTalk

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  • AirTalk Episode Wednesday June 28, 2023

    Today on AirTalk, why are Californians leaving the state? Also on the show, the next big thing in modern medicine; how to find yourself again after having kids; and more.

    • Over 40% Of California Residents Are Considering Leaving The State, According To A New Poll (0:15)
    • Scientists Agree, We Are Seeing Medical Advances Like Never Before (33:51)
    • Are California’s Dams Prepared To Handle The Sporadic Nature Of Our Changing Climate? (51:24)
    • Listeners Share How They Grappled With Identity After Having Kids And What Made It Better (1:18:46)
    • 1 hr 40 min
    • AirTalk Episode Tuesday June 27, 2023

      Today on AirTalk, a look at a new report on the U.S Government’s role during the capital insurrection. Also on the show, the expansion on the San Gabriel Mountain; how to combat your picky eaters; and more.

      • New Report Finds FBI And Homeland Security Failures Ahead Of Jan. 6 Capitol Attack (0:15)
      • There’s A New California State Budget Deal – We Break It Down (10:27)
      • Escape From The Ivory Tower: Have You Left, Or Are You Thinking About Leaving Academia? (24:45)
      • Will The San Gabriel Mountains National Monument Expand? A New Bid Hopes So (51:25)
      • Why Are Some Kids Picky Eaters And What Should You Do About It? (1:17:36)
      • 1 hr 40 min
      • AirTalk Episode Monday June 26, 2023

        Today on AirTalk, who are the Russia Wagners group? Also on the show, how much is too much grand-parenting?; how toxic are chemicals released by gas stoves?; and more.

        • Latest On Russia After Wagner Group’s 2-Day Rebellion (0:15)
        • Grandparents Are Often The Go-To Babysitters – What Happens When Boundaries Are Crossed? (18:35)
        • Toxins Released By Gas Stoves Are As Bad A Second-Hand Smoke, New Study Finds (51:30)
        • A New Book Traces Far Right Extremism Back To The John Birch Society (1:16:35)
        • 1 hr 40 min
        • AirTalk Episode Friday, June 23, 2023

          Today on AirTalk, why the world became so infatuated in the missing submersible as the search winds down. Also on the show, is ziplining through the woods on your next trip worth the risk?; FilmWeek; and more.

          • How The Titan Submersible Took Over The News Cycle (0:15)
          • The Growing Industry Of Adventure Tourism Comes With Risks And Rewards (18:46)
          • With The American Workplace At A Crossroads, A New Book Seeks To Help Workers Plot A Course To A Meaningful Job (37:21)
          • FilmWeek: ‘No Hard Feelings,’ ‘Desperate Souls, Dark City And The Legend Of Midnight Cowboy,’ ‘After Sherman,’ And More (51:23)
          • The Beloved Video Store VIDIOTS Re-Opens In Eagle Rock (1:21:56)
          • 1 hr 40 min
          • TV-Talk: 6 Show To Check Out This Week Including “The Bear” Season 2 & Marvel’s “Secret Invasion”

            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’re going to 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, Larry Mantle talks television with Angie Han, tv critic for The Hollywood Reporter and Liz Shannon Miller, senior entertainment editor at Consequence.

             

            This week’s shows include:

            • The Bear [Season 2] (Hulu) 
            • Secret Invasion  (Disney+)
            • Glamorous (Netflix)
            • I’m A Virgo (Amazon Prime Video)
            • And Just Like That  [Season 2] (Max)
            • Swagger [Season 2] (Apple TV+) or Black Mirror [Season 6]
            • 16 min
            • AirTalk Episode Thursday, June 22, 2023

              Today on AirTalk, America is getting older– why that’s happening and what you should know. Also on the show, Airtalk listeners share restaurants they regular; TV-Talk; and more.

              • The Average Age Of Americans Is The Highest It's Ever Been, Why? (0:15)
              • A Major New Study On California’s Homelessness Crisis Offers Insights, Recommendations (12:48)
              • Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Celebrating Restaurant Regulars And The Unique Personality They Bring To Their Table (26:27)
              • Less Migrants Are Being Granted Asylum, What’s The State Of Immigration Policy After Title 42? (51:27)
              • When You Were A Student, Was There A Time You Took On Your School And Won? (1:03:55)
              • TV-Talk: 6 Show To Check Out This Week Including “The Bear” Season 2 & Marvel’s “Secret Invasion” (1:23:58)
              • 1 hr 40 min
              • AirTalk Episode Wednesday, June 21, 2023

                Today on AirTalk, the latest update on the search for the OceanGate submarine. Also on the show, LAPD Chief Michel Moore sits down with Larry for his monthly visit; what’s your favorite pride anthem?; and more.

                • Time Is Running Out To Find The Missing Submersible – What’s The Latest? (0:15)
                • LAPD Chief Moore: Catalytic Converters, Street Racing & Mayor Bass’s Budget (15:06)
                • Certificate Program Offer Alternative Pathways To Education & Work—So What Level Of Interest Have They Generated? (51:27)
                • It’s Pride Month, And We Wanna Know: What’s Your Favorite LGBTQ+ Anthem? (1:06:50)
                • 1 hr 40 min
                • AirTalk Episode Tuesday June 20, 2023

                  Today on AirTalk, the future of affirmative action as the Supreme Court makes a decision. Also on the show, how did L.A. residents owe $2.6 billion in medical debt; what is ‘sharenting’ and its impact?; and more.

                  • SCOTUS Round-Up: Indian Child Welfare Act Gets Upheld & Looming Decision On Affirmative Action’s Future (0:15)
                  • Center Theatre Group Will Pause Programming At The Mark Taper Forum Amid Budget Shortfalls (17:06)
                  • Supreme Court’s So-Called ‘Shadow Docket’ And Its Impact On American Rule Of Law (35:14)
                  • LA County Residents Owe At Least $2.6 Billion In Medical Debt – What’s Going On? (51:25)
                  • What’s The Impact Of Sharing Your Kid’s Childhood Online? ‘Social Media Babies’ Are Old Enough To Tell Us (1:07:34)
                  • Pasadena Playhouse’s Producing Artistic Director On What’s Next After Its Tony Win (1:24:00)
                  • 1 hr 40 min
                  • AirTalk Episode Friday, June 16, 2023

                    Today on AirTalk, where does California's dyslexia screening in education stands? Also on the show, Author Héctor Tobar on his new book “Our Migrant Souls”; FilmWeek; and more.

                    • CA Budget Will Make Room For Funding Of Mandatory Dyslexia Screening— We Discuss The Impact (0:15)
                    • What’s It Like To Move Away From Organized Religion But Retain Your Spirituality? (16:24)
                    • What Does It Mean To Be ‘Latino’ Today? Author Héctor Tobar’s New Book “Our Migrant Souls” Explores A Term With Different Meaning To Different People (38:56)
                    • FilmWeek: ‘Asteroid City,’ ‘Elemental,’ ‘The Flash,’ and more (51:54)
                    • Austin Cross’s Interview With Eva Longoria About FLAMIN’ HOT (1:22:31)
                    • 1 hr 40 min

                    About AirTalk

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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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