AirTalk

Oscars Recap, The Original Pantry closes, Should we keep our Palm Trees?, and more


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Today on AirTalk, we're reflecting on the most memorable moments of the 2025 Academy Awards last night. An L.A. staple, The Original Pantry Cafe, is set to close its doors after a century of operation. Slate's ICYMI podcast host is here to talk about the lifecycle of a viral meme and everyone's favorite debate...Was the dress black and blue or white and gold? What to know about a proposed CA bill would ban private firefighters from using public infrastructure. For the SoCal history segment, we're looking at an invasive species that became a symbol of Los Angeles: Palm Trees. Help this Instagram account crown the worst parking lot in all of L.A.

Today on AirTalk:


Oscars recap (0:15)


Classic LA diner closes its doors after a century (16:22)


The lifecycle of a viral meme (36:19)


Proposed CA bill targets private firefighters using public utilities (51:17)


SoCal history: Palm Trees (1:06:27)


The award for worst parking lot in LA goes to... (1:27:45)

...more
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