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  • AirTalk Episode Wednesday August 18, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we talk to LAPD chief Michel Moore about the latest news surrounding his department. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; recap Tuesday night's California gubernatorial recall debate; and more.
    DOC AMA: Booster Shot To Be Offered To Fully Vaccinated Americans, LAUSD Back-To-School Cases And More (0:00)
    LAPD Chief Moore On Violence At Recent Protests, South LA Fireworks Explosion And More (17:20)
    Highlights From Tuesday Night’s Recall Candidate Debate (51:32)
    Almost Three Years Later, We Revisit The Camp Fire And The Town Of Paradise (1:16:11)
    1 hr 43 min
  • AirTalk Episode Tuesday August 17, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we give you the latest news going on in Afghanistan and hear from listeners. Also, we answer your COVID-19 questions; speak to tennis legend Billie Jean King about her book "All In;" and more.
    COVID AMA: United States To Advise Booster Shots For Most Americans, A Surprising Disease Detection Tool And More (0:00)
    “All In” With Tennis Legend Billie Jean King (29:49)
    Foreign Policy Outlook Amid Uncertainty In Afghanistan, Plus Local Reaction (52:23)
    What The Colorado River Water Shortage Means For SoCal And The West (1:32:47)
    1 hr 44 min
  • AirTalk Episode Monday August 16, 2021
    Today in AirTalk, we give you a primer on how to vote during this upcoming recall election and how some county officials are preparing for it. Also on the show, the latest on the United States' evacuation of Afghanistan and a retired army colonel's reaction; discuss the return of Southern California live theatre during the pandemic; and more.
    Reaction As Taliban Takes Over Afghan Capital Following US Troop Withdrawal, Government Collapse (0:00)
    Live Theatre Is Returning To Stages Big And Small In SoCal -- What Will It Look Like? (26:40)
    Recall Ballots Must Be Mailed Today -- Here's What You Need To Know About Voting In The Election (51:30)
    DOC AMA: Kids Head Back To In-Person Classes, U.S. Considers Vaccine Boosters For Elderly And More (1:21:19)
    1 hr 43 min
  • AirTalk Episode Friday August 13, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we speak to a licensed clinical psychologist to talk about the ways parents can support their child's mental health as they head back to school. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; Larry KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Claudia Puig and Peter Rainer review this week's movie releases; and more
    COVID-19 AMA: Booster Vaccines, Proof of Vaccinations And More (0:00)
    Back-To-School: How Can Parents Support Their Child’s Mental Health As They Head To In-Person School? (33:04)
    FilmWeek: ‘CODA,’ ‘The Lost Leonardo,’ ‘Respect’ And More (52:31)
    Why The Long-Awaited ‘Evangelion’ Finale Is A Big Moment For Fans, Plus Does The Ending Meet Expectations? (1:23:35)
    ‘CODA’ Director On Challenging Her Own Gaze And How Some Of The Most Important Scenes Came Together (1:28:38)
    1 hr 43 min
  • AirTalk Episode Thursday August 12, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the latest COVID-19 news. Also on the show, we discuss the impact of virtual education on students; chat with Sérgio Mendes on his return to the Hollywood Bowl; and more.
    COVID-19 AMA: FDA’s Authorization For Immunocompromised People, More Vaccine Mandates And More (0:00)
    Back-To-School: Virtual Education Left Many Students With Gaps In Their Learning. How Can Schools Meet Them Where They Are? (34:12)
    After ‘Jeopardy!’ Announces New Hosts, A Look At The Art Of Game Show Hosting (51:40)
    The Tensions And Strengths Of Couples Who Come From Different Economic Backgrounds (1:16:07)
    Legendary Brazilian Bandleader Sérgio Mendes Returns to the Hollywood Bowl (1:33:19)
    1 hr 43 min
  • AirTalk Episode Wednesday August 11, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we break down the passing of the U.S. Senate's $1.2 Billion infrastructure bill. Also on the show, we discuss how the delta variant may affect classrooms and what schools are doing to keep kids safe; discuss the importance of diversity in children's books; and more.
    COVID-19 AMA: WHO Tests Drugs For Ill Patients, 3 Airlines Not Mandating Employee Vaccinations And More (0:00)
    Back-To-School: What Risks Does The Delta Variant Pose To Children And How Can Schools Keep Students And Staff Safe? (33:38)
    US Senate Passes $3.5T Budget Blueprint -- What’s In It For Californians And What Happens Next (51:37)
    The Importance Of Diversity In Children’s Books, What Publishers And Bookstores Can Do To Help And More (1:16:04)
    1 hr 43 min
  • AirTalk Episode Tuesday August 10, 2021
    Today on AirTalk, we discuss the shortage of firefighters during the Dixie fire and offer the latest updates on its damage. Also on the show, we answer your COVID-19 questions; update you on the Queen Mary now that the city of Long Beach has full control over the ship; and more.
    New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Resignation (0:00)
    COVID-19 AMA: Vaccinate Mandate, Vaccination Rates And More (5:41)
    The Latest On The Queen Mary As The City Of Long Beach Takes Full Control Of The Ship (33:25)
    The Latest On The Dixie Fire And The Outlook On Resources And Challenges For Fighting Fires In The West (51:29)
    Back-To-School: SoCal School Leaders On Transitioning Back To The Classroom, Keeping Kids And Educators Safe And More (1:20:14)
    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.

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