AirTalk

Larry Mantle has been a radio host in Los Angeles for nearly 40 years. Over the course of hosting his live, daily, public affairs call-in show on LAist 89.3, he’s covered the region’s biggest triumphs and tragedies, hearing from officials and Angelenos alike. Covering the Palisades, Eaton, and other current LA wildfires has been especially trying. “I have never seen in such a short period of time this kind of devastation,” said Mantle. Imperfect Paradise host Antonia Cereijdio and AirTalk’s Larry Mantle take us inside the first five days of the wildfires and how Mantle is helping Angelenos process the devastation throughout Southern California on his show.

Today on AirTalk, we're talking about the fire's possible long term effects on housing in L.A. Many beloved restaurants burnt down in the fires, and the ones that are still standing are doing their part to continue serving their community. We're talking about the special place that these restaurants have in our hearts and where you can get free meals if you have been affected by the fires. In the wake of all the devastation, we want to hear from our listeners about why they love L.A. and what makes the city unlike any other.

Today on AirTalk:

LA wildfire's possible long term effects on housing (0:15)

Restaurants in the wake of the fire (22:23)

Why do you love LA? (36:39)

Today on AirTalk, we're talking to insurance experts to help listeners navigate home insurance after the L.A. wildfires. We'll be checking in on L.A. wildlife and those who are working to save them. Pasadena's Huntington Health was the closest hospital to the fires, we're talking to the CEO to hear about what the doctors and nurses have been dealing with. We'll also be looking into utility companies in SoCal and their tumultuous history with wildfires. For TV Talk, we have The Pitt, Severance season 2, SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night, and more.

Today on AirTalk:

Navigating home insurance after a wildfire

Checking on LA wildlife

Pasadena's Huntington Health impacted by fires

Looking into LA utility companies

TV Talk: ‘The Pitt,’ ‘Severance’ season 2, ‘SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,’ and more

Today on AirTalk, we're looking at the new Red Flag Warnings issued for L.A. and Ventura Counties. Is it possible to build a fireproof home? We'll have an expert on to answer questions about building materials as many people begin the process of rebuilding their homes and businesses. We'll have an open conversation about dealing the grief and loss of the wildfires. Pasadena Humane Society has been working nonstop to care for the animals, both wild and domesticated, that have been displaced by the fires. We'll end the show talking about how children are affected by natural disasters and a free day camp that was created to help them process situations like this.

Today on AirTalk:

Red Flag fire weather warning issued (0:15) 

Fireproof architecture (6:31)

Grieving during a natural disaster (35:11)

Pasadena Humane Society needs your help (51:15)

Camp for kids in disaster zones (1:20:01)

LAist science reporter and host of The Big Burn podcast, Jacob Margolis, takes listener questions and talks with experts about the state of immediate housing, rebuilding and fire resiliency, and he speaks with a survivor of the 2017 Tubbs Fire, which devastated Santa Rosa and the surrounding region.

Today on AirTalk, we'll cover the Red Flag Warning still in effect for LA and Ventura counties and what that means. We're giving updates on everything we know thus far about how the fires started. Will your N95 mask from Covid protect you from the toxins in the air from the L.A. wildfires? Experts weigh in. LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman discusses looting as firefighters get a handle on the spread of the fires. We want to hear from you about the acts of kindness that you have experienced during this crisis.

Today on AirTalk:

Red Flag Warning for LA and Ventura counties (0:15)

Wildfire investigation (22:23)

Air quality update (34:06)

LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman on looting (51:54)

Acts of kindness during the fires (1:19:36)

LAist science reporter, and host of The Big Burn podcast, Jacob Margolis, talks to fire experts for this broadcast special. He discusses what to know about fires, their resulting air quality questions, how to make sense of fire updates, and talks to former firefighters.

Today on AirTalk, as firefighters start to get a handle on the Los Angeles wildfires, we have assembled experts to give the latest updates and answer listener questions. We'll be talking about the fire weather forecast for the coming days, changes in rent prices and CA environmental policy going forward. If you are dealing with the fallout of these fires, call in and share your story.

Today on AirTalk:

LA fire weather forecast (0:15)

Environmental policy in CA post-fires (20:47)

Keeping an eye on rent in LA (51:37)

Local communities dealing with the ongoing fallout from these fires (1:06:37)

Today on AirTalk, we're briefing listeners on the multiple devastating Los Angeles wildfires. We'll talk with listeners for first hand accounts as well as public officials to get all the information we can. We'll talk containment efforts, damage assessment, managing yours and your family's grief and trauma. Reach us at 866-893-5722 or email us at [email protected] with any information or questions.

Today on AirTalk:

Fire updates: containment efforts, damage assessment and more

How to process the grief and trauma during a natural disaster

Ricardo Lara has tips on reimbursement options, what renters and business owners should know, what to do if you're not insured and how to watch for scams.