Today on AirTalk, the Supreme Court is set to hear arguments and take another look at flavored vape regulations due to an appeal by the FDA. As mistrust in science-backed medicine grows, we're talking about what the future of public health might look like under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. For our weekly dive into SoCal History, we'll go back in time to prehistoric L.A. by discussing the La Brea Tar Pits. Rashida Jones and Will McCormack, the creators of the LA Times short film A Swim Lesson join us for a preview alongside the star of the film— a swim instructor. And, we want to hear from listeners about some common challenges they faced while learning to swim.

Today on AirTalk:

- Supreme Court hears FDA appeal on flavored vape regulations (0:15)

- Science mistrust & the future of public health (15:19)

- Black American influence on pop culture and mainstream media (33:06)

- Prehistoric wildlife in LA (51:55)

- Rashida Jones' short doc: A Swim Lesson (1:09:05)

- What challenges did you face when you learned to swim? (1:19:49)

Today on AirTalk, in the wake of an audit that found misuse of funding within the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, the LA Board of Supervisors approved a new department to oversee homeless response efforts. We all have that one book that turned us into readers for life. Call in and tell us about yours! And, we're exploring nativeness in the U.S. with the author of a new book titled The Indian Card: Who Gets to Be Native in America.

Today on AirTalk:

- LA Board of Supervisors approves proposal to explore a new homeless oversight department (0:15)

- What book turned you into a reader? (19:40)

- Who gets to call themselves Native in America? (37:05)

Today on AirTalk, as Thanksgiving approaches we want to know if you are talking politics at the table this year. And, with so many different formats for reading, call in and tell us how you like to read. We're going over the annual LAist holiday gift guide. After the 2024 election, LAist's Imperfect Paradise team asked high school students how they felt. We're talking about what they heard. We're telling you everything you need to know about at-home STI testing. And, for TV Talk, we're discussing A Man on the Inside, Get Millie Black, and more.

Today on AirTalk:

- Thanksgiving politics (0:15)

- LAist gift guide (21:31)

- Do people read physical books anymore? (36:28)

- LA high schoolers react to election (51:52)

- At-home STI testing (1:09:17)

- TV Talk (1:25:15)

Today on AirTalk, Governor Newsom plans to offer electric vehicle rebates if Trump eliminates federal tax credits. We talk to educators about why students are reading less in class. We’ll lay out the Port of LA’s history. We have chefs in the studio to answer your Thanksgiving cooking questions. We talk to an author about her new book highlighting LGBTQ+ legal history.

Today on AirTalk:

- Newsom's electric vehicle rebate (0:15)

- Why aren’t students reading anymore? (17:35)

- SoCal history: Port of LA (37:13)

- Answering your Thanksgiving cooking Qs (52:22)

- New book tracks the major legal milestones for LGBTQ+ rights (1:26:03)

Today on AirTalk, we are finishing off our week-long series on how the incoming Trump administration might impact California by discussing the future of education here in the Golden State. Actor John C. Reilly is also with us to talk about his one-man show, Mister Romantic, which is described as a vaudeville-themed “evening of love and longing” as well as his new short film, An Almost Christmas Story. With Thanksgiving coming up, we want to hear from immigrants about their first Thanksgiving experience or anyone who has spent the holiday away from home. For this week’s Food Friday, we are in for a Thanksgiving-themed treat with a selection of pies made by the baker and owner of The Village Bakery and Cafe in Atwater.

Today on AirTalk:

- How another Trump admin may impact CA education (0:15)

- John C. Reilly new holiday short An Almost Christmas Story (16:30)

- Have you ever spent Thanksgiving away from home? (27:38)

- Food Friday: Pies from The Village Bakery and Cafe in Atwater (38:05)

Today on AirTalk, we’re taking a look at why the liberal CA Prop 6, which would have banned mandatory work for prisoners, did not pass. The South Korean 4B movement, a feminist movement from the 2010s in which women collectively swore off men, has gained a small amount of traction in the U.S. since Trump’s election. A new book titled Cowpuppy reveals the interior lives of cows. For the penultimate day of our series on how another Trump administration may impact climate change policy in California. A Georgia woman was arrested this week because her son was reported walking to the store alone. We want to hear from listeners on how they feel about this arrest and how parenting has changed since they were kids. For TV Talk we’re discussing A Man on the Inside, Landman, Yellowstone and more.

Today on AirTalk:

• Why didn’t CA Prop 6 pass? (0:15)

• 4B Movement explained (20:13)

• Cowpuppy: a look inside the mind of a cow (33:59)

• How another Trump administration may impact California: climate change (51:14)

• Would you let your kid walk alone in public? (1:10:17)

• TV Talk: Yellowstone and more (1:26:16)

 

Today on AirTalk, we'll dig into a new audit of the L.A. County Homeless Services Agency that found misuse and poor tracking of taxpayer money. We'll also continue our weeklong series about what the incoming Trump administration's federal agenda might mean for California with a look at water policy. With holiday gift-giving season on the horizon, listeners share how they handle the tricky politics of gift-giving. Also, Comcast announced this morning that they will spin off CNBC, MSNBC and other cable channels — we'll find out why. We'll also hear some tips on how to get the best deals out of the complex world of travel credit cards and frequent flier programs. And actor Tim Matheson joins us to talk about his new memoir Damn Glad To Meet You and reminisce on his seven decades acting in Hollywood.

Today on AirTalk:

• Audit of LAHSA found misuse of funds (0:15)

• How another Trump administration may impact California: Water Policy (17:35)

• The politics of presents (35:54)

• Comcast spinoff (51:54)

• Making the most of travel rewards programs (1:06:18)

• Actor Tim Matheson on his new memoir (1:22:25)

Today on AirTalk, we look at the CA ballot counting process and ask listeners how it can be improved. We also talk to experts about the merits and pitfalls of getting election information via podcasts and social media influencers. We’ll define sanctuary cities and examine the future of immigration as it comes into question under a second Trump presidency. A study says L.A’.s rezoning plan doesn’t provide an adequate solution to the housing shortage. The coauthor of the study tells us why. Were joined by NCIS actor Mark Harmon and a real-life former special agent to tell us about their new book titled Ghosts of Panama, which tells a real life story about a dangerous NCIS mission.\

Today on AirTalk:

• Ballot counting process opinions (0:15)

• Voters are getting election info from podcasts (17:44)

• Why do ppl climb mountains? (34:36)

• LA's future as a sanctuary city (51:30)

• Study: Rezoning won’t fix housing shortage (1:10:49) 

• 'NCIS' actor and a former special agent talk new book (1:24:00)

Today on AirTalk, President Biden has authorized Ukraine to use longer-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia — how will this shift in policy affect military operations on the ground? Also, a new UCLA study says L.A.’s plan to invest in wastewater recycling could be just what we need to prevent future water shortages — its authors explain why. For today’s look into SoCal history; Motown Records and their move to Los Angeles in the early 70s. Podcast host Nate DiMeo joins us to preview his new book named after his long-running podcast, The Memory Palace. And AirTalk listeners share their favorite live music bars in SoCal.

Today on AirTalk:

• Ukraine-Russia war latest (0:15)

• How your wastewater could prevent L.A. water shortages (18:16)

• Motown’s move to Hollywood (35:32)

• Future of CA federal aid under Trump (50:54)

• The Memory Palace podcast host Nate DiMeo on new book (1:07:38)

• Best live music bars in L.A. (1:27:00)

Today on AirTalk, as public school enrollment declines and districts like Inglewood Unified have been forced to close schools, we'll talk about what goes into the decision to close a public school campus. Plus, do you have trouble finding the line between oversharing and healthy vulnerability? You’re not alone. We’ll get into the psychology of oversharing and how to connect with others without making your trauma theirs. And the owner of the iconic Los Angeles institution Randy’s Donuts joins us for Food Friday.

Today on AirTalk:

• Is there a good way to equitably close a public school? (0:15)

• Did you just overshare or were you being vulnerable? A therapist shares the difference. (16:47)

• Food Friday: L.A. institution Randy's Donuts is opening a new location (39:30)