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  • AirTalk Episode Monday March 28, 2022

    Today on AirTalk, we look at both the big winners and big events at the 94th Academy Awards. Also on the show, the latest news on COVID-19; celebrating some of KPCCs great staff; and more.

    • Oscars 2022 Made Several Historic Firsts, But Will Smith Slapping Chris Rock On Stage Dominated The Conversation (0:00)
    • Ariana DeBose, Summer Of Soul, CODA And More. Recapping The Big Oscar Winners (22:04) 
    • COVID-19 AMA: Only 30 Percent of L.A. County Kids Vaccinated, How To Assess Your Risk As Restrictions End, And More (42:09)
    • Celebrating The KPCC/LAist “Backbone Staff”(53:55)
    • 1 hr 4 min
    • Introducing The Academy Museum Podcast, by LAist Studios
      The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and LAist Studios present a new multi-season audio series that examines the myriad of stories of our cinematic history. Jacqueline Stewart, Chief Artistic and Programming Officer of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and a MacArthur Fellow, hosts the series. 
      The Academy Awards have been a source of iconic moments and cultural impact since the award ceremony began in 1929. The awards often reflect and amplify the political, economic, and the cultural movements of the time, and that’s what season 1 of this podcast (“And the Oscar Goes To…”) is all about. 
      “And The Oscar Goes To…”premieres on Friday, March 25. This 10-episode season goes behind the scenes of touchstone years of the Academy AwardsⓇ, probing key social and cultural moments that have come to define the film industry and the broader artistic community. Episodes include revelatory interviews and in-depth conversations with Oscar winners, film artists, industry leaders, activists, and scholars, as well as archival audio and other exclusive content that will only be accessible through the podcast.
      Academy Museum digital engagement platforms, including this podcast, are sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
      Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.
      This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
      37 min
    • AirTalk Episode Friday March 25, 2022

      Today on AirTalk, we look at a California bill designed to help close the gender pay gap. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; FilmWeek; and more.

      • Census Data: Los Angeles, San Francisco Metro Areas Saw Significant Population Decline During First Year Of COVID (1:41)
      • The Gender Pay Gap Still Exists, But A New California Bill Aims To Close It (12:15)
      • COVID-19 AMA: Experts Worry About Next COVID-19 Surge, Airlines Push For End Of Mask Mandates, And More (21:47)
      • FilmWeek: ‘The Lost City,’ ‘Writing With Fire,’ ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once,’ And More (31:20)
      • 1 hr 3 min
      • AirTalk Episode Thursday March 24, 2022

        Today on AirTalk, we look at Gov. Newsom's plan to help Californians at the pump. Also on the show, we look at Citizen's plan to supply private security through its app; the latest on COVID-19; and more.

        • Governor Newsom Unveils His Tax Rebate Plan To Help Californians At The Gas Pump
        • COVID-19 AMA: Moderna Seeks Authorization For Pediatric Vaccine, One In Three U.S. Cases Now BA.2 Omicron Subvariant, And More
        • Baby Tech: The Balance Between Caring For Your Child And Data Overload
        • Celebrating The KPCC/LAist “Backbone Staff”
        • 37 min
        • AirTalk Madeleine Albright Memorial Interview 3.24.22

          Madeleine Albright, a child refugee from Nazi- and then Soviet-dominated Eastern Europe who rose to become the first female secretary of state and a mentor to many current and former American statesmen and women, died Wednesday of cancer, her family said. She was 84.

          Albright also became famous for her "pin diplomacy," using pins and brooches to convey diplomatic messages. Larry Mantle spoke with Albright in 2009 about her book, "Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat's Jewel Box," her distinguished service, and the state of the world.

          14 min
        • AirTalk Episode Monday March 21, 2022

          Today on AirTalk, we preview Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearings. Also on the show, we cover the latest on Ukraine; our daily COVID-19 update; and more.

          • Previewing Confirmation Hearings For Supreme Court Nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson (1:15)
          • The Latest In Ukraine Plus China’s Role In The War And What It Could Mean For US Relations (26:56)
          • March Madness: Sweet 16 Preview And Seeing Who From SoCal Is Left Standing (42:38)
          • COVID-19 AMA: BA.2 Omicron Subvariant’s Recent Success, The Unclear Future Of Additional Booster Shots, And More (52:43)
          • Californians Didn’t Meet Their Water Conservation Target – Is A Mandate Next (1:10:52)
          • The Most “LA” Driving Habits We See On SoCal Streets (1:32:30)
          • 1 hr 43 min
          • AirTalk Episode Friday March 18, 2022

            Today on AirTalk, we look at the role TikTok is playing in the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Also on the show, we cover the latest on COVID-19; FilmWeek; and more.

            • As Russia Continues Its Invasion Of Ukraine, What Role Is TikTok Playing In The Information Battle? (0:44)
            • COVID-19 AMA: Moderna Wants A Second Booster For All Adults, What Europe’s Rise In Omicron Cases Means For The U.S., And More (21:05)
            • Can Deepfakes Help Us Grieve The Loss Of Loved Ones? The Jury Is Out (33:49)
            • FilmWeek: ‘The Outfit,’ ‘Phoenix Rising,’ ‘Deep Water’ And More (52:14)
            • 20th Annual FilmWeek Oscar Preview Show (1:23:16)
            • Director, Star Of ‘Master’ On How The Film Reflects Today’s Society And The Use Of Horror To Tell Stories About Race (1:24:02)
            • 1 hr 42 min
            • AirTalk Episode Thursday March 17, 2022

              Today on AirTalk, we cover the latest on Ukraine and explore the history of Russia-Ukraine relations. Also on the show, we look at Netflix limiting account sharing; our daily COVID-19 update; and more.

              • Latest On Ukraine And Diving Into The History of Russia-Ukraine Relations (1:18)
              • Why California And The City Of Pasadena Are At Odds Over A Housing Ordinance (21:54)
              • L.A. Loses A Jazz Legend – Barbara Morrison (34:59)
              • COVID-19 AMA: Deaths Fall Worldwide But Cases Are Rising, Scientists Propose Rebooting Goal Of Vaccinating 70% Of World, And More (52:06)
              • Netflix To Test Limiting Account Freeloading — We Ask Listeners If They’re Cool Or Snitches (1:10:06)
              • Colburn School Unveils Frank Gehry-Designed Campus Expansion, The Latest Addition To Downtown LA’s Cultural Corridor (1:23:54)
              • 1 hr 43 min
              • AirTalk Episode Wednesday March 16, 2022

                Today on AirTalk, we cover the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Also on the show, we discuss the pros and cons of year round daylight saving time; our daily COVID-19 update; and more.

                • Zelensky Asks Congress For More Help As European Leaders Travel To Ukraine. Plus, The U.S. Veteran Who’s Sending Hollywood Gear To Help Ukrainians (0:03)
                • Could The Clock Be Running Out On Daylight Saving Time? The Senate Just Passed A Bill To Get Rid Of It Permanently (12:36)
                • What Should Be Considered For A Potential COVID-19 Memorial In Los Angeles & SoCal? (31:05)
                • COVID-19 AMA: Europe Surge Is A Warning To California, What We’re Learning From Sewer Data, And More (45:50)
                • What Do Doulas Do? And How Can You Find One In LA? (1:05:55)
                • Maria Schneider And Her Orchestra Return To The Walt Disney Concert Hall (1:21:30)
                • 1 hr 37 min
                • AirTalk Episode Tuesday March 15, 2022

                  Today on AirTalk, we cover the latest on Ukraine and look into whether Russia is committing war crimes in the country. Also on the show we hash out March Madness; our daily COVID-19 update; and more.

                  • The Latest On Ukraine, Plus Whether Russia Is Committing War Crimes (2:16)
                  • Census Data Shows Black Populations Moving From Cities To The Suburbs. What Trends Are We Seeing In SoCal? (18:42)
                  • March Madness: SoCal Edition -- How The Bruins, Trojans And Titans Might Fare Plus Tips For Filling Out Your NCAA Tournament Bracket (38:13)
                  • COVID-19 AMA: Pfizer Says 4th Dose of COVID Shot Will Be Needed, Cases Surge Abroad, And More (53:47)
                  • Masks Are Now Optional In Many SoCal School Districts. We Ask Listeners How Their Student’s First Mask-Free Day In Two Years Went (1:10:50)
                  • We Ask Listeners How They’re Adjusting To Getting Back To “Normal” (1:27:52)
                  • 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.

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