Today on AirTalk, after yesterday’s 4.4 magnitude quake near Highland Park, we learn about the Puente Hills fault. Also on the show, we check-in with Mayor Karen Bass; we look at ways LAX can improve its ride sharing infrastructure; we examine the six California district races that could impact who controls Congress; listeners share the best scenic…

Underwater… empty nesters?!By LAist 89.3

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. From free love to STDs, Larry and Desmond unpack how attitudes toward sex have shifted over the years as young people express more reluctance to get involved than the generations before them. Support fo…

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. From free love to STDs, Larry and Desmond unpack how attitudes toward sex have shifted over the years as young people express more reluctance to get involved than the generations before them. Support fo…

Today on AirTalk, with the 2024 Paris Olympics games wrapped, we reflect on how Los Angeles is prepared to bring the essence of California to the 2028 games. Also on the show, we take a look at how the U.S. economy is fairing after a tumultuous last week; we dig into the history of Newport Harbor; we check-in on parents on the first-day back to sch…

Remember… BACTERIA never forget!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Google antitrust ruling. Also on the show, we look back on when kids used to play in the street; we enjoy Dim Sum with the managers of Lunasia Dim Sum house; Our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Austin Cross talks with the directors of the new documentary ‘War Game;’ and more. What…

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer and Claudia Puig review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Cuckoo” Wide Release “Borderlands” Wide Release “Good One” Landmark Sunset “War Game” Landmark Nuart “Daughters” In Select Theaters | Streaming on Netflix August 14 “The Long Walk of Carlos Guerrero” Laem…

In prior interviews with documentary filmmaker Jesse Moss on FilmWeek, we’ve spoken to him about what it’s like following kids simulating our branches of government— but in “War Game,” him and co-director Tony Gerber get into a much heavier look at American democracy. The documentary follows former and current public officials, as well as national …

If you feel like you’ve been running into a lot of spiders recently, you’re not alone. Whether catching a glimpse of them in the corner of your eye or walking straight into a spider web, it’s almost like they’re everywhere at the moment. So what’s going on? After a healthy season of rain the past two years, Los Angeles is welcoming a more robust an…

Is what’s good for the goose… good for the farmer?By LAist 89.3

Parenthood comes with many challenges. One of the harder ones is trying to get your six month old to sleep through the night. Parenting experts and pediatricians may recommend sleep training, which is an umbrella term for different methods that parents employ to get their child to fall and stay asleep on their own. Sleep training has developed a bi…

Today on AirTalk, we check in on what the future holds for the community of the Salton Sea. Also on the show, everything you need to know about the spiders of SoCal; we look into best methods and practices of sleep training your child; Orange County demands millions in refunds for tax dollars given to a nonprofit; we get the latest on the Paris 202…

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…

Residents around the Salton Sea have been plagued by persistent foul odors emanating from the lake, along with increased incidences of asthma and other respiratory illnesses. In fact, a soon to be released study by UC Riverside shows that the Salton Sea’s rotting odors have become a yearlong nuisance for people living near the lake. As the Salton S…

Orange County officials are expanding demands for refunds of millions in tax dollars that county Supervisor Andrew Do gave to a nonprofit his daughter was listed as leading. And they’re threatening to take the group to court. A letter issued Wednesday by the county, obtained by LAist through a public records request, demands Viet America Society re…

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are set to wrap up in the next several days. Whether watching on cable, streaming, or TikTok viewers have been treated to a stunning display of athleticism from around the globe. From a controversial opening ceremony to the triumphant return of Snoop Dog, the Paris games have been nothing short of pure entertainment. To…

Did you hear that SCREECH?By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the delays and challenges facing the return of the Boeing Starliner crew. Also on the show, we learn about a new peanut allergy treatment that’s been introduced in Australia; we preview the newest episode of LAist’s podcast ‘Imperfect Paradise;’ we check-in with SoCal school districts ahead of the new school year; Ca…

This’ll put some hair on your…. heart?!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Also on the show, we dig into what exactly a Vice President does; we get a behind-the-scenes peek at how ‘The Simpsons’ became so good at predicting the future; we explore how false rumors ignited a weekend of violence in the UK; we check-in with …

Making a STINK about safety?By LAist 89.3

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Desmond and Larry talk about being homegrown Angelenos and how the city has shaped them over the years. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believ…

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Desmond and Larry talk about being homegrown Angelenos and how the city has shaped them over the years. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believ…

Today on AirTalk, what the latest from Wall Street tells us about the possibility of a recession. Also on the show, we look into why U.S. based generic drug manufacturers are struggling to survive; we dive into the history of Southern California’s freeway system and its impact on Los Angeles; what’s behind tech companies scraping subtitles from hun…

A new investigation finds big tech companies scraped scores of YouTube video subtitles for data The rise of AI means a lot of the things you might do on the internet -- writing emails, posting to Instagram, working in a Google doc, and even posting a video to YouTube -- could be content that a major tech company could use to train its AI. A recent …

Looking for a stylish new handbag? On to the produce aisle!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we discuss rent increases in Los Angeles and the current issues facing the infamous Cecil Hotel. Also on the show, we speak with an anger management expert on how to deal with road rage; we talk Yakitori with the owner and chef behind the pop-up Yakitori Cartel; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Austin Cross chats w…

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt, Andy Klein, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Trap” Wide Release “Kneecap” In Select Theaters “The Instigators'' In Select Theaters | Streaming on Apple TV+ August 9th “Harold and the Purple Crayon” Wide Release “Sebastian” Landm…

Written and directed by Richard Pappiatt, ‘Kneecap’ tells the fictionalized origin story of Belfast rap trio Kneecap, with the rappers playing themselves in their feature film debut. Through drugs, rap music, and a whole lot of trouble the trio fight to save the Irish language in a place with less than 80,000 native speakers. The film made a splash…

Is it a fruit? Is it a vegetable? Or…a superhero?!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been released from Russian custody in what is being called one of the largest prisoner exchanges between Russia and the West. Also on the show, we explore the history of political campaign songs and how they affect a candidate's brand; we dive into the history of soap operas; listeners share how …

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…

Feeling di-STRAW-t over ocean pollution? Listen up.By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, Disneyland workers have avoided a strike after agreeing to a new deal that will increase wages by 31% and improve sick leave. Also on the show, we check in on the state of the video game industry; we explore the legal gray area of deepfakes and how to safely regulate the technology; we discuss how Vice President Kamala Harris is r…

Bad work environment? Someone’s gotta speak up, but who?By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we check-in on the wildfires affecting California communities. Also on the show, we look at how President Biden might utilize his remaining months in office; we explore how technology can be used to help solve Los Angeles’s homeless crisis; directors Pete and Rebecca Davis talk about their new documentary ‘Join or Die;’ why NASA b…

Get ready to be knocked out!By LAist 89.3

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Larry and Desmond discuss how common it is for people today to attach their jobs to their identities, whether that has changed from a few decades ago — and why. Support for this podcast…

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Larry and Desmond discuss how common it is for people today to attach their jobs to their identities, whether that has changed from a few decades ago — and why. Support for this podcast…

It sure feels like a massive feat for Vice President Kamala Harris to be headed toward the Democratic presidential nomination. It’s re-energizing a lot of the Black community, particularly, Black women. Most of the 30 Black women in Congress have promised their support to Harris. But many Black women paved the way in politics. Today on AirTalk, we …

Today on AirTalk, President Biden unveiled a sweeping proposal on Monday to reform the U.S. Supreme Court, calling for term limits, an enforceable code of ethics, and a limitation on presidential immunity. Also on the show, we look at a new study that examines Gen Z’s cannabis consumption; we explore the history of black women in American politics;…

Ew… this sponge smells FISHY!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the 2024 Paris Olympics. Also on the show, listeners share their favorite Olympic memories; we get a taste of Los Angeles breakfast burritos with the co-owners of Cofax Coffee; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle interviews writer-director Sean Wang and actor Izaac Wang on their new film ‘Dì…

It’s hard to make a city like Paris, France any more of a spectacle than it already is. But tonight, at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic games, it will attract billions of viewers from around the world, and millions of in-person spectators. Behind the scenes, barricades and checkpoints have turned the city into a fortress as the city prepar…

The Olympic games date back 3,000 years to Ancient Greece, with the first broadcast beginning in 1936 for the Berlin games. Ever since, the global sporting event has created moments that have lodged themselves in our collective memory. Like during the 2008 games when Michael Phelps took home the most gold medals in Olympic history, or in 1996 when …

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Amy Nicholson and Claudia Puig review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Deadpool & Wolverine” Wide Release “Dìdi (弟弟)” In Select Theaters “The Fabulous Four” Laemmle Newhall | Laemmle Town Center 5 | Laemmle Claremont 5 “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa” In Selec…

It’s certainly a challenge to hit all the right notes for a coming-of-the-age film, but new films certainly have had issues in the past with folding in our new virtual-savvy lives; however Sean Wang’s feature directorial debut “Dìdi (弟弟)” manages this through inventive visuals and a great performance from the film’s teenage lead Izaac Wang. Set in …

Run, run! I can almost see the CHEESE at the end of the tunnel?!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a sweeping executive order on Thursday that will direct California state officials to dismantle thousands of homeless encampments on state property. Also on the show, we say farewell to retiring LAist hosts Susanne Whatley and Nick Roman; new book ‘California Eden’ maps out California’s horticultura…