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Today on AirTalk, Sen. Wiener proposed speed governors legislation . Also on the show, LA County DA candidate Jeff Chemerinsky; remembering filmmaker Norman Jewison; TV-Talk: 4 shows to watch and more.

A recent piece in the Wall Street Journal by Nora Eckert notes that automakers are going all-in on automation as a way to fight rising labor costs. But it’s not as simple as just swapping out humans with robots. For one, there are tasks that robots simply can’t do. And investing in machinery means that companies inherently have less flexibility in their processes, potentially hindering them in a market that requires nimbleness. Additionally, maintaining incredibly complex machinery in good working order is expensive and time-consuming. Even facing these obstacles, some industries have made inroads in automation. Where are the robots gaining a foothold? And what does it look like when automation is introduced into a workplace? Joining us to discuss are David Greenfield, editor in chief of Automation World and Ben Armstrong, executive director and a research scientist at MIT’s Industrial Performance Center, where he coleads the Work of the Future initiative.

With so many streaming platforms for us to choose from, it’s sometimes difficult to decide which subscriptions to hang on to, especially as the cost for streaming continues to rise. Today on AirTalk, we asked listeners to share their streaming choices and current relationship with streaming platforms. Call us at 866-893-5722 or email [email protected].

Today on AirTalk, LAist investigation into OC Supervisor Do. Also on the show, everything you need to know about placenta; California Senate candidate Rep. Adam Schiff; LA Times newsroom layoffs and more.

Today on AirTalk, a look at the nominees for the 2024 Academy Awards. Also on the show, are how retailers are rethinking self-checkout kiosks; an interview with Los Angeles County District Attorney Candidate Lloyd Masson; and more.

Today on AirTalk, CSU faculty launch a weeklong strike. Also on the show, the history of the California Grizzly bear; everything you need to know about migraine headaches; LA County DA candidate Jonathan Hatami and more.

Today on AirTalk, Austin breaks down new state public health guidelines on Covid-19 Isolation. Also on the show, how black investors are dominating the stock market; a taste of Greek cuisine; FilmWeek: ‘The Kitchen,’ ‘Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell,’ ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’ and more.

Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. This week, listeners will get the latest scoop on what’s worth watching with Steve Greene, freelance TV critic, and Melanie McFarland, TV critic for Salon.

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Today on AirTalk, local bookstores Vroman’s and Book Soup go up for sale. Also on the show, LA County DA candidate Eric Siddall; everything you need to know about Guatemala’s new president; fan etiquette and more.

Today on AirTalk, 30th Anniversary of the Northridge quake. Also on the show, Larry talks with LAPD Chief Moore; NPR Science Correspondent Nell Greenfieldboyce on her new book; listeners share memories of the Northridge quake and more.