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May 01, 2023Airtalk Episode Monday May 1, 2023
Today on AirTalk, the impending WGA strike. Also on the show, the First Republic Bank fails; the LA Memorial Coliseum turns 100; the mislabeling of melatonin supplements; and more.
Hollywood Writers Authorize Strike – What Will Happen To Production? (0:15)
Another Day, Another Bank Failure. What First Republic Collapse Means For Future Banking (19:16)
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary: What’s Your Favorite Memory At The Stadium? (31:24)
Majority Of Americans Think News Media Is Responsible For Dividing Nation (51:32)
A Recent Study Pulled Back The Curtain On Melatonin Supplements – What’s A Bad Sleeper To Do? (1:14:37)
1 hr 40 min
April 28, 2023Airtalk Episode Friday April 28, 2023
Today on AirTalk, the increasing demand for a Supreme Court code of ethics. Also on the show, several bills will allow California lawmakers to forgo in-person meetings; are copyright lawsuits hindering musical creativity?; FilmWeek and more.
Senators Introduce Bill Requiring a Code of Ethics For Supreme Court (0:15)
Lawmakers Want To Keep Dialing Into Meetings – How Might This Affect Public Participation In The Political Process? (17:57)
I’m Just ‘Thinking Out Loud’ But How Do High Profile Copyright Lawsuits Impact Musicians’ Creative Process? (33:31)
FilmWeek: ‘Are You There God? It's Me Margaret,’ ‘Big George Foreman,’ and ‘R.M.N’ (51:25)
John Horn Talks About The Ever-Evolving Film Industry At CinemaCon (1:22:00)
1 hr 40 min
April 27, 2023Airtalk Episode Thursday April 27, 2023
Today on AirTalk, LA’s Al Fresco ordinance may become permanent. Also on the show, General Motors forgoes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for its EVs; California’s snowmelt causes statewide floods; this week’s TV-Talk and more.
A Vote On The Future Of Al Fresco Dining In Los Angeles Is Happening Today (0:15)
GM Cuts Apple CarPlay, Android Auto From Its Electric Vehicles – What Does This Mean For Drivers? (22:40)
How Baby Boomers Changed America and What Comes Next (35:18)
Parts Of Central CA Already Crippled By Flooding Brace For More – Here’s What To Know (51:33)
DACA Recipients Await Ruling Federal Lawsuit That Could Decide Program’s Fate (1:19:22)
TV-Talk: ‘White House Plumbers,’ ‘Love & Death,’ ‘Fatal Attraction’ & More (1:23:39)
1 hr 40 min
April 27, 2023 TV-Talk: ‘White House Plumbers,’ ‘Love & Death,’ ‘Fatal Attraction’ & 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 talks to Consequence senior entertainment editor Liz Shannon Miller and Jen Chaney, television critic for Vulture.
This week’s reviews include:
White House Plumbers (HBO & HBO Max)
Love & Death (HBO Max)
Fatal Attraction (Paramount+)
Awkwafina is Nora From Queens [Season 3] (Comedy Central & Paramount+)
Barry [Season 4, Final Season] (HBO & HBO Max)
Mrs. Davis (Peacock)
17 min
April 26, 2023Airtalk Episode Wednesday April 26, 2023
Today on AirTalk, why California’s cannabis industry has hit a rough patch. Also on the show, the long history of the Hollywood sign; Mayor Bass joins us to discuss the city’s budget; and more.
Why It’s A Tough Time For California’s Cannabis Industry (0:15)
‘Somebody That I Used To Know’: What’s Your Worst Breakup Experience? (29:54)
History Of Hollywood Sign Among Legendary Landmarks Profiled In New PBS Series ‘Iconic America’ (51:38)
Mayor Karen Bass: City Budget Calls For Major Expansion Of 'Inside Safe' Homelessness Program, LAPD Hiring And More (1:15:33)
1 hr 40 min
April 25, 2023Airtalk Episode Tuesday April 25, 2023
Today on AirTalk, we remember singer and activist Harry Belafonte. Also on the show, how body dysmorphia presents in young men; what Dianne Feinstein’s absence means for the senate; how law schools are tackling issues of free speech; and more.
Remembering Entertainer, Actor & Civil Rights Activist Harry Belafonte (0:15)
How Does Body Dysmorphia Affect Young Men & Teens? We Discuss Its Causes, Problems & Solutions (28:29)
As Questions Mount About Dianne Feinstein’s Health, Democrats Search For A Path Forward (51:24)
A New Fungus Arises From Global Warming – How Concerned Should We Be? (1:10:11)
After Stanford Law Students Disruption Of Campus Speaker Draws Memo From Dean, Longtime Law Professors Explore Changing Free Speech Environment In Law Schools (1:19:54)
1 hr 40 min
April 25, 2023 Remembering Harry Belafonte: The Legendary Singer Talked With LAist about his life and career
We’re remembering the late Harry Belafonte with an excerpt of Larry Mantle’s 2011 interview with him.
28 min
April 24, 2023Airtalk Episode Monday April 24, 2023
Today on AirTalk, we break down LA County’s new budget. Also on the show, Tucker Carlson leaves Fox News; Montana moves forward with its bill to ban TikTok; why people are choosing to reverse their cosmetic procedures; and more.
Making Sense Of L.A. County’s Proposed $43 Billion Budget (0:15)
Fox News Announces It’s Parting Ways With Host Tucker Carlson -- How Will (23:20)
Montana Approves A Bill To Ban TikTok – If Passed, How Would It Actually Work? (51:25)
Sex-Specific Brain Signals Drive Obesity Differently In Men And Women, According To New Study (1:07:35)
Are More People Reversing Their Cosmetic Procedures? Plastic Surgery Trends And Why The ‘Natural’ Look Is Having A Moment (1:19:59)
1 hr 40 min
April 24, 2023 NPR Media Critic David Folkenflik On Stunning Firing Of Fox News' Tucker Carlson
13 min
April 21, 2023Airtalk Episode Friday April 21, 2023
Today on AirTalk, California plans to fill 100 percent of the state’s water requests. Also on the show, we discuss the myths surrounding the Millennial generation; how AI is changing aspects of our society and culture; FilmWeek; and more.
For The First Time In 17 Years, CA Is Ready To Fill Everyone's Water Requests – But Isn’t The Future Looking Dry? (0:15)
Are Millennials Really Broke? (19:02)
What Do We Lose, What Do We Gain When We Turn To AI? (35:51)
FilmWeek: ‘Beau Is Afraid,’ ‘Judy Blume Forever,’ and ‘Chevalier’ (51:25)
John Horn’s Interview With The Director and The Subject of New Documentary Film ‘Wild Life’ (1:21:59)
1 hr 40 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.