Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest on an oil spill off the Orange County coast. Also on AirTalk, we look at the latest COVID-19 headlines; how the Supreme Court's shadow docket functions; a podcast on the impact of severe illness on relationships; and more.

The Latest On The OC Oil Spill, What We Know About The Cause, Regulatory Questions And More (0:00)

COVID-19 AMA: AstraZeneca Antibody Drug Submitted to FDA, Southwest Vaccine Requirement For Employees & More (19:25)

Supreme Court “Shadow Docket” 101 (36:42)

Orange County Oil Spill Creates Concern About Wildlife Health, Severe Ecological Effects (55:59)

ChemoSkinny Podcast Explores The Impact Of Severe Illness On A Relationship (1:19:55)

Today on AirTalk, we examine the oil spill off the Orange County coast and its potential impact on Southern California. Also on Airtalk, we examine the latest COVID-19 headlines; Instagram's effect on teens; and more.

A Big Oil Spill Off the Orange County Coast Closes Beaches and Endangers Habitats 

COVID-19 AMA: U.S. “Turning A Corner” On Surge, J&J To Seek Booster Authorization & More (0:00)

Supreme Court Meets To Set New Docket Of Potentially Major Cases (17:25)

What We Know About The Offshore Oil Platform Owner And What Caused Major Spill (35:28)

Results Are In From IATSE’s Strike Authorization Vote (50:05)

Recapping The Latest Backlash Against Facebook And Why There’s Growing Concern About Teens And Social Media (55:51)

Breaking Down The Implications & Impact Of Newsom’s Recent Vaccine Mandate For Students (1:12:55)

Today on AirTalk, we speak with KPCC/LAist criminal justice reporter Emily Elena Dugdale about her year of reporting on sheriffs in Antelope Valley Schools. Also on Airtalk, we look at the rise of parasocial relationships; the latest COVID-19 headlines.

In the Antelope Valley, Sheriff’s Deputies Settle Schoolyard Disputes. Black Teens Bear the Brunt (0:00)

COVID-19 AMA: Merck Develops Experimental Pill, More Parents Willing To Vaccinate Their Children & More (11:47)

Why Do We Love TV Characters Like Our Own Friends? How ‘Parasocial Relationships’ Shape Our Bonds (33:38)

FilmWeek: ‘The Many Saints Of Newark,’ ‘Venom,’ ‘Old Henry,’ And More (51:24)

FilmWeek Flashback: Larry’s Interview With James Gandolfini Of The Hit Series ‘The Sopranos’ (1:32:00)

Today on AirTalk, we discuss SB 2, a bill Gov. Newsom is expected to sign that would reform policing in California, and the impending deadline for L.A. County workers to get vaccinated. Also on the show, we look at land acknowledgments; Machiavelli For Women; an upcoming Sumo Wrestling tournament, and more.

COVID-19 AMA: CDC Urges Those Pregnant To Get Vaccine, Deaths Expected To Decrease & More (0:00)

What Renaissance Philosopher Machiavelli Can Teach 21st Century Women in the Workforce (33:12)

Police Reform in California and Vaccine Deadline for L.A. County Workers. We Get the Latest With KPCC’s Frank Stoltze (51:28)

Land Acknowledgment: What You Need To Know (1:08:45)

US Sumo Open Returns to Los Angeles This Weekend (1:25:26)

KPCC Reporter Sharon McNary On Her New Beat: How Los Angeles Plays (1:34:52)

Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the upcoming strike among Hollywood crew union members. Also on the show, we take a look at the latest on Covid-19; Mortarium lapse on wildfire insurance; Workers struggle with overtime amid labor shortage, and more.

COVID-19 AMA: YouTube Bans Vaccine Misinformation, 400,000 Boosters Administered & More (0:00)

Previewing Thursday’s Strike Vote Among Hollywood Crew Union Members (33:28)

Moratorium Lapses For Wildfire Insurance in Pasadena and Los Angeles Foothills. What’s Next? (51:39)

Los Angeles Is Considering A Vaccine Mandate For Indoor Restaurants, Salons And More. What Would It Mean? (1:09:05)

Companies Don’t Have Enough Workers. The Ones That Are Left Are Struggling To Keep Up With the Overtime (1:26:52)

Today on AirTalk, we answer questions tenants and landlords may have heading into the end of eviction protections. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; talk to Evan Osnos on his book "Wildland"; and more.

COVID-19 AMA: Hospitals Concerned Of Staffing Issues, Vaccine Data For Children & More (0:00)

Dangerous Air: As California Burns, America Breathes Toxic Smoke (33:14)

As CA Tenant Protections Come To An End October 1, We Answer Your Questions (51:24)

SoCal Gas To Pay Up To $1.8 Billion In Aliso Canyon Gas Leak Settlement (1:20:48)

How Did Our Country Become So Polarized? “Wildland” Tries to Answer the Question of Our Times (1:29:35)

Today on AirTalk, we discuss the current state of the Los Angeles mayoral race. Also on the show, we break down the latest COVID-19 news; check in on what bills are being discussed in Congress; and more.

COVID-19 AMA: County Infections Decline, Tips For At-Home Test Usage & More (0:00)

Representative Karen Bass Announces Mayoral Campaign (34:23)

Congressional Check In: Government Spending, Infrastructure, Debt Ceiling And More (52:09)

The Triple Play: Rams Take Down Super Bowl Champs, Chargers Conquer Chiefs And The Dodgers Win Their 100th (1:10:46)

New Research Shows Humans Arrived To North America Earlier Than Previously Thought (1:30:37)

Today on AirTalk, we speak with residents from Inglewood about how the publicly re-opened SoFi stadium is affecting their city; look into what a recent decision from an appeals court means for the homeless people living on Skid Row; discuss the latest Covid-19 headlines; review the newest movie releases with our KPCC critics; and more.

An Appeals Court Struck Down A Judge’s Order to House the Homeless on Skid Row by October. What Happens Now? (0:00)

COVID-19 AMA: CDC Director Adds Recommendations To Vaccine Booster Guidance, California’s Push To Get People Boosters And More (17:30)

With NFL Football, Events In Full Swing At SoFi Stadium, Local Stakeholders Talk Economic Impact Of Stadium On Inglewood (34:05)

FilmWeek: ‘The Guilty,’ ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Live At Mr. Kelly’s’ And More (52:33)

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Writer Screenwriter On Adapting A Hit Broadway Musical For The Big Screen (1:33:10)

Today on AirTalk, the California drought is getting worse but our water usage hasn’t been leveling off; invasive mosquitoes are making a new home in Southern California; Flight attendants are reporting increased occurrences of AirRage; the history of LA’s Mexican-American baseball teams; Dr. Sam Torbati comes on to discuss Covid-19 questions and headlines; and more!

COVID-19 AMA: FDA Approves Pfizer Booster For Older, At-Risk Americans; LA County Records Big Drop In Hospitalizations And More (0:00)

California’s Drought Is Worsening, But Water Usage In The State Has Hardly Dropped (33:17)

Congress is Hearing From Flight Attendants About Air Rage and Unruly Passengers. We Get The Latest (53:30)

Invasive Mosquito Species, Known As ‘Ankle-Biters’ Finds A Foothold In California (1:10:20)

The Long, Rich History Of Mexican-Americans And Baseball In Los Angeles (1:27:05)

Today on AirTalk, a conversation with the author of a new book about the Supreme Court and its history of ruling on police; Firefighters are getting injured--sometimes fatally--during training; a discussion about College partying and concerns over campus assaults doubling this year; a look into what’s going on with all those Robocalls; a Doctor takes on the latest Covid-19 questions and headlines; and more!

COVID-19 AMA: CDC Panel To Decide Who Should Get Boosters, Pressure on U.S. To Share Vaccine Tech And More (0:00)

Rikki, Please Lose That Number: New Report Finds Phone Companies Failing To Comply With Federal Robocall Mandate (34:34)

California Firefighters Keep Getting Injured During Training. Some Have Died. (51:27)

As Students Return To Campus, Advocates Predict An Increase In Partying And Sexual Assaults. (1:03:05)

Has the Supreme Court Failed to Police the Police? (1:25:37)