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August 02, 2022AirTalk Episode Tuesday August 2, 2022
Today on AirTalk, guest host Austin Cross looks into the significance of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s stop in Taiwan today. Also on the show, remembering icons Bill Russell and Nichelle Nichols; and more.
What Does House Speaker Pelosi’s Taiwan Visit Mean For Future US-China Relations? (0:15)
Honoring The Impact Of Bill Russell & Nichelle Nichols (21:12)
Therapists Have Biases Too. Sometimes That Can Fuel Conflict In Families And Cause More Harm Than Good (38:18)
52 min
July 29, 2022AirTalk Episode Friday July 29, 2022
Today on AirTalk, Sharon examines California’s gradual shift to a desert climate and what can be done to slow its aridification. Also on the show, unexpected outdoor activities in LA; FilmWeek; and more.
As Our Climate Permanently Changes How Is California Fighting Aridification? (0:15)
What’s The Most Unexpected Outdoor Adventure You’ve Experienced In SoCal? (19:33)
A Brief History Of California’s Beloved Mountain Lions, And What Preservationists Are Doing Today To Keep Them Around (35:15)
FilmWeek: ‘Vengeance,’ ‘Sharp Stick,’ ‘My Old School,’ ‘Thirteen Lives,’ And Many More (53:35)
John Horn’s Interview About ‘My Old School’ With Director Jono McLeod (1:24:10)
1 hr 42 min
July 28, 2022AirTalk Episode Thursday July 28, 2022
Today on AirTalk, Sharon asks experts about methods to remedy pandemic-induced postpartum depression. Also on the show, COVID-19 updates; kids and their first smartphones; and more.
Postpartum Depression Rose During The Pandemic, What Care Is Available For New Parents? (0:15)
COVID-19 AMA: Decision Expected Today From LA County Public Health Leaders On Whether To Bring Back Indoor Mask Mandate Amid COVID Surge (17:49)
When Should You Give In And Get Your Kid A Smartphone? A New Questionnaire Aims To Help (34:28)
52 min
July 27, 2022AirTalk Episode Wednesday July 27, 2022
Today on AirTalk, Sharon looks at two new studies about how and where the spread of COVID-19 first occurred. Also on the show, Russia leaving the ISS; and more.
UCLA Study Sheds Light On The Potential Origin Of The Coronavirus Responsible For COVID-19 (0:15)
Migratory Monarchs Now Considered Endangered–How Did We Get Here And What’s Being Done To Conserve Them? (18:27)
Russia May Be Bluffing About Pulling Out Of The International Space Station. But Why? (33:52)
52 min
July 26, 2022AirTalk Episode Tuesday July 26, 2022
Today on AirTalk, Sharon looks into a federal housing voucher program the city of Los Angeles is having trouble implementing. Also on the show, the future of college legacy admissions; and more.
LA Is Attempting To House People Through A Federal Voucher Program. Where Do Things Stand And What Are The Challenges? (0:15)
Legacy Admissions Favors The Affluent, But The Tradition May Soon End (18:10)
Grammy-Winning Bassist Christian McBride Riffs On Being Musical Director For Hollywood Bowl Tribute To Peggy Lee, Frank Sinatra (34:47)
53 min
July 25, 2022AirTalk Episode Monday July 25, 2022
Today on AirTalk, guest host Sharon McNary kicks off the show with an update on the California fire season. Also on the program, COVID-19 news; Orange County Power Authority transparency issues; and more.
As Oak Fire Prompts State Of Emergency, Where Does California Stand This Fire Season? (0:15)
COVID-19 AMA: Potential Mask Mandate Looms, New Cases Flatten In L.A. County, And More (17:33)
Controversy Surrounds Orange County Power Authority. Does That Raise Bigger Questions Over The Community Choice Energy Model? (36:18)
52 min
July 22, 2022AirTalk Episode Friday July 22, 2022
Today on AirTalk, looking into a decline in scam robocalls and an increase in robotexts. Also on the show, rooftop solar recycling in California; COVID-19 updates; FilmWeek; and more.
COVID-19 AMA: Indoor Mask Mandate Seems All But Certain Next Week, Plus The Latest On Monkeypox In SoCal (1:29)
New Study Finds Decline In Phishing Calls, Increase In Texts (21:57)
Solar Panels Are Clean And Green During Their Lifespan, But What About After? (36:09)
FilmWeek: ‘Nope,’ ‘How To Please A Woman,’ ‘My Donkey, My Lover, & I’ And Many More (50:38)
Our Critics Talk About Giving Films A Bad Review, And The Potential For Backlash (1:21:13)
Our Critics Share Their Favorite Films So Far This Year (1:31:40)
1 hr 41 min
July 21, 2022AirTalk Episode Thursday July 21, 2022
Today on AirTalk, previewing the last of the scheduled January 6 Committee hearings. Also on the show, we look into the growth of diversity in major cities; COVID-19 updates; and more.
Looking Ahead To The Final January 6 Committee Hearing (1:10)
A New Study Shows The Richer You Get, The Less You Care About Others (18:19)
Diversity In Major Cities Is Improving – What About Actual Integration Though? (40:49)
COVID-19 AMA: CDC Approves Novavax Vaccine, Which Uses Traditional Technology. (50:40)
Summer Camp Is A Staple Of American Culture – We Want To Hear Your Favorite Memories (1:24:31)
1 hr 42 min
July 20, 2022AirTalk Episode Wednesday July 20, 2022
Today on AirTalk, we look into the rocky opening of the new Sixth Street bridge. Also on the show, an interview with LAPD chief Michel Moore; Biden’s climate plans; and more.
6th Street Bridge Opens But Concerns Remain About Cyclist Safety, Street Takeovers (0:15)
LAPD Chief Michel Moore On Treatment Of Protesters At Abortion Rights Marches, Mid-2022 Crime Trends And More (20:03)
As President Biden To Lay Out Executive Action To Combat Climate Change, What The Scope Of His Executive Powers Will Allow (53:11)
Triple Play: All-Stars Put On A Show At Dodger Stadium, Plus A Preview Of The Second Half Of Baseball Season (1:12:16)
The Inside Story Of Angels Sensation Shohei Ohtani Chronicled In New Book ‘SHO-TIME’ (1:28:01)
1 hr 43 min
July 19, 2022Airtalk Episode Tuesday July 19, 2022
Today on AirTalk, checking in on what Project Roomkey ending means for the unhoused. Also on the show, gambling propositions on the November ballot; retirees returning to work; and more.
Project Roomkey Is Ending – What Happens To The Thousands Of Unhoused People The Program Sheltered? (0:15)
Hospital Workers Say LA’s New Minimum Wage Will Address Severe Staffing Shortages. So Why Do Some Healthcare Systems Want It Repealed? (22:01)
How The Pandemic Changed When And Why People Retire (35:02)
AirTalk Primer: Breaking Down Two California Gambling Propositions On November’s Ballot (53:10)
Multilingual Listeners On Blending Languages And How They Choose Their Words (1:23:14)
1 hr 43 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.