AirTalk

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  • AirTalk Episode Wednesday November 16, 2022

    Today on AirTalk, third time’s a charm for Trump? What the future of the Republican Party looks like after his Presidential announcement. Also on the show, the season of struggles for L.A. sports teams; checking in with LAPD Chief Michel Moore; and more.

    • Trump Officially Announces Another Run For President. What Does It Mean For The Republican Party? (0:15)
    • The State Of Groundwater Access Throughout CA As More Wells Dry Up In The Central Valley (17:11)
    • As Rams And Lakers Sputter, The Pros And Cons Of Trading Away The Future To Win Now (37:28)
    • Checking In On Southern California’s Dual Enrollment Programs (51:31)
    • LAPD Chief Michel Moore On DTLA Target Stabbing, Investigation Into Leak Of Racist LA City Council Conversations And More (1:10:21)
    • 1 hr 40 min
    • AirTalk Episode Tuesday November 15, 2022

      Today on AirTalk, the control of the House might be in the hands of California— we explain. Also on the show, why are more than 40 thousand UC academic workers on strike?; latest in Covid-19; and more.

      • The Latest With US Congressional Races And What They Mean For The House, Senate And Beyond (0:15)
      • CalMatters Launches New Database Tracking Police Shootings Of Unarmed Civilians. Here’s What It Shows So Far (21:07)
      • SoCal’s First Winter Storm of The Season Has Passed, But Where Does All That Stormwater Go? (32:28)
      • University of California Academic Workers Go On Strike, We Discuss Negotiations & The Impacts (43:11)
      • Iran Is Cracking Down On Young Protesters (51:36)
      • COVID-19 AMA: Fears Of A Winter “Tripledemic” Rising Alongside Cases, Plus More Insights Into The Long Term Effects of COVID (1:07:48)
      • Maine Man Finds 700 Year Old Document Worth $10,000 At Estate Sale -- What’s Your Best Find? (1:29:20)
      • 1 hr 40 min
      • AirTalk Episode Monday November 14, 2022

        Today on AirTalk, as more ballot results come in for both local and national elections, we’re getting a clearer picture on who’s going to be the winner. Also on the show, the latest on the Russian-Ukraine war; President Biden’s meeting Chinese President Xi; and more.

        • The Latest On Election Results In Los Angeles And Orange County (0:15)
        • Author, Journalist Sam Quinones Returns To Look At Systems That Need Reimagining To Deal With New Wave Of Synthetic Drugs (26:15)
        • Latest From Ukraine: Russian Defenses Retreat Kherson & What A GOP Majority Could Mean For U.S. Aid (51:28)
        • President Biden First Face-To-Face Meeting With Chinese President Xi – What You Need To Know (1:08:12)
        • Albums That Changed Your Life And Why (1:17:58)
        • 1 hr 40 min
        • AirTalk Episode Friday November 11, 2022

          Today on AirTalk, the inflation on solar energy panels on your roof is angering some climate activists. Also on the show, Caltech Seismology Lab celebrates 100 years; FilmWeek; and more.

          • The California Public Utilities Commission Makes Some Waves With New Solar Energy Proposals (0:15)
          • As Caltech’s Seismology Lab Turns 100, What Its Scientists Have Learned So Far And How They Plan To Shake Up The Future Of Seismology (17:18)
          • How Has Military Service In Your Family Shaped Your Life And Values? (37:40)
          • FilmWeek: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” “The Fabelmans” And More (51:56)
          • John Horn’s Interview with James Gray about 'Armageddon Time' (1:22:30)
          • 1 hr 40 min
          • AirTalk Episode Thursday November 10, 2022

            Today on AirTalk, this general election is not over yet as ballots are still being counted in L.A. and Orange County— when the next batch will come in. Also on the show, what to expect at the UN climate conference; meditation is the new anxiety medicine; and more.

            • Had Enough Of Elections Yet? Us Either! Continuing To Follow 2022 Local, State Returns (0:15)
            • Is The ‘Maternal Instinct’ Real? (29:17)
            • What’s Going On At COP 27, The United Nations Climate Change Conference Meets In Egypt (51:30)
            • Could Mindfulness Meditation Be As Effective At Treating Anxiety In Adults As Medication? A New Study (1:23:25)
            • 1 hr 40 min
            • AirTalk Episode Wednesday November 9, 2022

              Today on AirTalk, votes are trickling in from both local and national races. We bring you the latest results in the L.A Mayor and County Sheriff race as well as congressional races in other key states.

              • The Latest On Election Results Across Southern California (0:15)
              • A Closer Look At National Elections Results (51:24)
              • 1 hr 40 min
              • AirTalk Episode Tuesday November 8, 2022

                Today on AirTalk, live updates from voting centers around Southern California— we bring you the latest. Also on the show, what to expect for this winter storm; the steps to get ready for retirement; and more.

                • Election Day 2022: Reporters, Registrars Share Updates Live From The Polls (0:15)
                • A Look At Historical Voting Trends In Los Angeles Communities & How It Can Shape The 2022 Midterms (32:41)
                • Election Day AMA To Answer Your FAQs ASAP (42:42)
                • Election Day 2022 Update: Reporters Live From The Polls (51:25)
                • Winter Storm This Week Puts Out Fires, Brings Rain & Snow To California (54:59)
                • New Book Discusses The Lead-Up To Retirement & How To Make The Most Of It (1:10:00)
                • 1 hr 40 min
                • AirTalk Episode Monday November 7, 2022

                  Today on AirTalk, what to expect for the upcoming midterm election tomorrow– we break it down for you! Also on the show, how will the recent antisemetic incidents affect the election?; a look at the rejected publishing giant merger; and more.

                  • Previewing Election Day 2022, Plus Local Registrars Of Voters Share Last Minute Tips And Answer Voter FAQs (0:15)
                  • How Does The Act Of Voting Make You Feel? (35:55)
                  • Alarming Rise In Antisemitism Is Stoked By Hateful Rhetoric (51:35)
                  • A Judge Blocks Penguin Random House-Simon & Schuster Merger: What Does That Mean For Authors, Readers, And The Future Of The Publishing Industry? (1:15:20)
                  • ‘American Sirens’ Tells The Story Of The Black Men Who Became The First American Paramedics (1:30:19)
                  • 1 hr 40 min
                  • AirTalk Episode Friday November 4, 2022

                    Today on AirTalk, the great Twitter purge as thousands of employees are expected to be laid off today. Also on the show, what makes a song a one-hit wonder?; FilmWeek; and more.

                    • Latest Twitter Update: Layoffs, Misinformation, And A Rise In Misinformation (0:15)
                    • An 1835 Treaty Promised The Cherokee Nation A Non-Voting Congressional Representative— Could This Soon Be Fulfilled? (18:26)
                    • The Wonder Of One-Hit Wonders, And Your Favorites Of All Time (38:09)
                    • FilmWeek: ‘Enola Holmes 2,’ ‘Weird: The Al Yankovic Story,’ ‘Good Night Oppy,’ ‘One Piece Film: Red’  And More (53:01)
                    • John Horn’s Interview about GOOD NIGHT OPPY with director Ryan White (1:23:14)
                    • 1 hr 41 min
                    • AirTalk Episode Thursday November 3, 2022

                      Today on AirTalk, the latest on the races in the Orange County election as the voting deadline slowly approaches. Also on the show, an update on the CBS and LAPD sexual assault allegation cover up; TV-Talk; and more.

                      • Rounding Up Some Of The Most Contentious Races In Orange County (0:15)
                      • Aaron Sorkin, Richard Thomas On Bringing Classic But Controversial Novel “To Kill A Mockingbird To The Theater (27:28)
                      • New York AG Report Shares New Details About CBS, LAPD Effort To Cover Up Sexual Assault Report Against Les Moonves (45:28)
                      • Identity Theft Cases Are On The Rise. Here’s How To Protect Yourself (53:04)
                      • The State Of Air Travel Given More Flexible Work Patterns And A Weird Economy (1:13:11)
                      • TV-Talk: ‘Dangerous Liaisons,’ ‘Blockbuster,’ ‘The Good Fight’ & More (1:28:24)
                      • 1 hr 43 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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