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June 06, 2023Airtalk Episode Tuesday June 6 2023
Today on AirTalk, several amendments are being proposed to California’s constitution. Also on the show, Americans are holding onto their cars for longer; Los Angeles council members explore the logistics of requiring indoor cooling for rentals; how LA is preparing for this year’s summer heatwave; and more.
California Constitutional Amendments To Watch For The 2024 Election (0:15)
Why People Are Hanging Onto Their Cars Longer Than Ever (11:15)
Proposed LA City Study Would Explore Cost Of Updating Building Codes To Require Cooling (32:58)
LA’s Chief Heat Officer On How The City Is Preparing For A Longer, Hotter Summer (43:39)
Celebrating The ‘Backbone’ Of LAist: Project Coordinator Jason Georges & Membership Manager Sarah Steinman (52:39)
1 hr 1 min
June 05, 2023Airtalk Episode Monday June 5 2023
Today on AirTalk, the Directors Guild reached a tentative contract agreement. Also on the show, how Los Angeles boxers can access their pensions; the growing symptoms and effects of long COVID; we talk to Council District 6 candidates Imelda Padilla and Marisa Alcaraz; and more.
The Directors Guild Has Reached A Deal With The Studios – How Will This Affect The Writers And Actors Unions? (0:15)
Long Beach & Los Angeles Ports Update As Disruptions Occur Following Rough Labor Negotiations (6:38)
California’s Boxers’ Pension Plan Needs More Boxers To Fight For Their Back Pay (11:45)
Study Shows Insight Into The Significant Health Toll Of Long COVID (23:26)
Council District 6 Candidate Debate: Who Will Replace Nury Martinez? (33:24)
Celebrating The KPCC/LAist “Backbone Staff” -- Chief Engineer Lance Harper (59:16)
1 hr 3 min
June 02, 2023Airtalk Episode Firday June 2, 2023
Today on AirTalk, the California State Legislature considers several bills affecting renters. Also on the show, Las Vegas casinos are making it harder for players to win; the social minefield of being the sober friend; FilmWeek; and more.
The Eviction Protections Renters Should Know About That Are Up For Consideration In The California Legislature (0:15)
What Are The Odds? Not So Good. Vegas Casinos Are Making It Harder To Win According to Experts (18:22)
Teetotal Recall: How Passing On Booze Changes How We Socialize (37:03)
FilmWeek: ‘Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse,’ ‘Past Lives,’ ‘Rise,’ and More (51:00)
Industry Talk: Summer Movies And The Writers’ Strike (1:31:37)
1 hr 39 min
June 01, 2023Airtalk Episode Thursday 06.01.2023
Today on AirTalk, State Farm will no longer offer homeowner insurance to new California customers. Also on the show, how parents can support their children’s coming out; the status of LA County’s juvenile halls; this week’s TV Talk; and more.
State Farm Will No Longer Sell New Home Insurance In California. What Happens Now? (0:15)
The Big Stories We’re Covering In K-12 Education (17:38)
How Parents Can Support Their LGBTQIA+ Child’s Coming Out Process (26:20)
Two LA County Juvenile Halls Are Shutting Down – How Did We Get Here, And What Happens Next? (51:26)
TV-Talk: ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 10, ‘I Think You Should Leave’ Season 3, Recapping Series Finales Galore & More (1:19:35)
1 hr 40 min
June 01, 2023TV-Talk: ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 10, ‘I Think You Should Leave’ Season 3, Recapping Series Finales Galore & More
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 to Vulture television critic Jen Chaney, and Marcus Jones, awards editor for TV & Film at IndieWire.

This week’s reviews include:
Succession [Season 4, Final Season] (HBO & Max)
Vanderpump Rules [Season 10] (Bravo & Peacock)
I Think You Should Leave [Season 3] (Netflix)
With Love [Season 2] (Amazon Prime Video)
Ted Lasso [Season 3] (Apple TV+)
Barry [Season 4, Final Season] (HBO & Max)
21 min
May 31, 2023Airtalk Episode Wednesday May 31, 2023
Today on AirTalk, Leslie Van Houten's potential parole. Also on the show, we discuss India’s caste system; LA County’s drug harm reduction strategy; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s latest; and more.
Rehashing Leslie Van Houten’s Role In Manson Killings And Why Her Parole Is So Controversial (0:15)
Latest On CA Legislature’s Process Of Passing Protections Based Off One’s Caste (29:52)
Why LA County Is Distributing Drug Pipes As Part Of A Harm Reduction Strategy (51:43)
Addressing Los Angeles’ Unhoused Remains Constituents’ Top Priority For Bass Administration, According To New LAist Survey (1:11:57)
Mayor Karen Bass: White House Aid For Homelessness, What Angelenos Want Prioritized, Extreme Summer Heat Prep And More (1:22:57)
1 hr 40 min
May 30, 2023Airtalk Episode Tuesday May 30, 2023
Today on AirTalk, the debt limit deal goes to Congress. Also on the show, Zev Yaroslavsky details his career in LA politics from activist to elected official; should actors get paid for auditions?; and more.
President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy Reach Debt Ceiling Deal. Will Their Colleagues Pass It?(0:15)
A Giant Of Los Angeles Politics Looks Back On His Career (17:29)
An Actor Prepares…And Gets Paid? Exploring The Idea Of ‘Audition Pay’ (52:07)
What's The ‘Wildest’ Encounter You've Ever Had With Your Significant Other's Family? (1:24:51)
1 hr 41 min
May 26, 2023Airtalk Episode Friday May 26, 2023
Today on AirTalk, the debt ceiling inches closer. Also on the show, the first ten words for the upcoming Oxford Dictionary for African American English; is mental health awareness doing more harm than good?; FilmWeek; and more.
Ahead Of The Holiday Weekend, What’s The Latest On The Debt Ceiling Negotiations? (0:15)
The Oxford Dictionary Of African American English Releases Its First 10 Words (15:16)
Does Gen Z Pathologize Their Feelings Too Much – And What Could That Mean For Mental Health Long Term? (40:30)
FilmWeek: ‘The Little Mermaid,’ ‘You Hurt My Feelings,’ ‘Being Mary Tyler Moore,’ and more (50:59)
The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (1:22:03)
John Horn’s Interview with Writer, Director Nicole Holofcener Of “You Hurt My Feelings” (1:28:34)
1 hr 40 min
May 25, 2023Airtalk Episode Thursday May25, 2023
Today on AirTalk, we breakdown the GOP presidential primary candidates. Also on the show, Sheriff Luna joins us to discuss the latest on LA County jails and deputy gangs; Patricia Arquette talks about her new show 'High Desert'; this week's TV Talk; and more.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Joins Crowded GOP Presidential Primary Field. Will This Crop Of Candidates Resonate With California Republicans? (0:15)
One-On-One With LA County Sheriff Robert Luna: Latest On County Jail Conditions, Deputy Gangs Crackdown, Staffing & More (27:39)
The State Of Local News: Strengths, Limitations And Changes In The Industry (51:20)
Oscar & Emmy-Winning Actor Patricia Arquette Talks About Her New Apple TV+ Series, High Desert (1:07:49)
TV-Talk: ‘American Born Chinese,’ ‘Primo,’ ‘Run the World’ & More (1:24:30)
1 hr 40 min
May 25, 2023TV-Talk: ‘American Born Chinese,’ ‘Primo,’ ‘Run the World’ & More
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 to editor-in-chief at Primetimer, Danette Chavez, and Dominic Patten, senior editor & chief tv critic for Deadline.
This week’s reviews include:
American Born Chinese (Disney+)
Primo (Amazon Freevee)
FUBAR (Netflix)
Run the World [Season 2] (Starz)
Being Mary Tyler Moore (HBO & Max)
Bob's Burgers [Season 13] (Fox & Hulu)
Succession [Season 4, Final Season] (HBO & HBO Max)
13 min

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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.