Yikes! When is the city gonna do something about these potholes?By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about this morning’s U.S. Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity. Also on the show, how a hill in Irvine is providing us a glimpse into California’s drought-ridden future; we explore the rise of ‘micro-cheating;’ we breakdown the new California laws going into effect this month; Eric Sprankle talks a…

Cheating as a concept is well known, and as a behavior it’s probably been around since the beginning of time. But in the past couple years, the term “micro-cheating” has been popping up, but in what contexts exactly? And what does the term mean? Some therapists loosely define it as a small act of betrayal. The term has taken off on social media, wh…

Don't WEIGHT for better sleepBy LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about this morning’s Supreme Court decision allowing cities to enforce laws restricting homeless encampments. Also on the show, we debrief the first 2024 presidential debate; author Jane Kamensky drops by to talk about her new book “Candida Royalle and the Sexual Revolution: A History from Below;’ our F…

Griffin Dunne grew up in the lap of luxury as the child of Hollywood producer turned investigative journalist Dominick Dunne. In his new memoir “Friday Afternoon Club,” the younger Dunne recounts stories about growing up alongside the rich and famous while also navigating the troubled waters of a family burdened by trauma, mental illness and the mu…

Julia Paskin and LAist film critics Lael Loewenstein and Peter Rainer review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “A Quiet Place: Day One” Wide Release “Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1” Wide Release “Janet Planet” Wide Release “Green Border” Laemmle Royal [Sawtelle] “Daddio” In Select Theaters “A Family Affair…

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s SUPER cell!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the Gallery Association Los Angeles’s 4th annual Gallery Weekend. Also on the show, we touch on embracing your LGBTQ+ identity later in life; NPR music critic Ann Powers stops by to talk about her new book ‘Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell;’ we take a deep-dive into Los Angeles’s Tiki cultu…

Joni Mitchell's life and career is legendary. Part of the music renaissance of the 1960s and additionally known for her connection to Laurel Canyon, her personal lyrics resonated deeply with fans. She's had a renaissance of her own in recent years, playing at festivals and lighting up stadiums. Ann Powers, NPR music critic and correspondent, attemp…

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’re going to 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…

Most coming out stories, in books, in movies, in life, happen when the person is a teen or young adult. Adolescence and youth are defined as times to explore, take risks, discover who you are. But people can come out at any age. People can "discover" who they are after decades of living as someone else. Identity is not on a set timeline. And for th…

Who rocks the most fashionable hats! 06/27/24By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we check-in on Hollywood and how it has found itself in an economic slowdown with few job openings. Also on the show, a new report from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) looks at how retailers aren’t stocking shelves with sustainable products; we recap Governor Gavin Newsom’s State of the State; New York Times journalis…

Wanna better cup of joe?By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, after the violence that broke out at a Los Angeles synagogue over the weekend, Mayor Karen Bass talks about placing regulations on masks at public demonstrations. Also on the show, a new petition aims to classify extreme heat as a natural disaster; we examine the current and future state of California’s dams; a look into how AI is…

Pfft! Anyone can navigate with a smartphone… Try a compass!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, Los Angeles has added two venues to the 2028 Summer Olympics games – we look into the new venues and the history behind LA’s oldest stadium. Also on the show, a new bill looks to utilize the DMV to automatically register California voters; how Inland Empire’s warehouse development is impacting the local community; Larry Mantle int…

What’s more exhausting: meetings on zoom, or in person?By LAist 89.3

In a surprise announcement following the success of his film “Poor Things,” which received 11 nominations at this year’s Academy Awards and was awarded 4, director Yorgos Lanthimos took no time to announce his new film “Kind of Kindness.” The film is an anthology, telling 3 distinct stories about love, through the dry and dark humor that many have …

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Andy Klein and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Kinds of Kindness,” In Select Los Angeles and New York Theaters; in Wide Release next week “The Bikeriders” Wide Release “Thelma” In Select Theaters “Fancy Dance” Laemmle Noho 7 [North Hollywood] | Stream…

Today on AirTalk, comedian Amber Ruffin stops by to talk about her new musical ‘Bigfoot!’ Also on the show, with a heat wave hitting Southern California this weekend, we look into how heat affects our brains; we chow down on some Vegan Burgers with the general manager of Beelman’s; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle inter…

Why did the water cross the membrane? To get to the other side of course!By LAist 89.3

The days are longer and the nights are shorter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get cozy for summer’s best new television series. Each week, we 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, we discuss with Jen Chaney, television crit…

Today on AirTalk, we remember baseball legend Willie Mays. Also on the show, CBS Morning Correspondent Mo Rocca drops by to talk about his new book ‘Roctogenarians: Late In Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs;’ we explore why California cannabis products are testing positive for dangerous pesticides; we explore the history of LGBTQ+ cinema with au…

A cure for diabetes? So you’re telling me there’s a chance?By LAist 89.3

Is your hairstyle … HAZARDOUS?!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles Unified School district this morning considers whether to ban cellphones on school campuses. Also on the show, we look into why Americans are holding on to their cars for longer; we preview the latest Imperfect Paradise series ‘Return to Mexico;’ actor Griffin Dunne stops by to talk about his new memoir ‘Friday Aft…

Lights out! You’re killing the ocean VIBES, man!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the wildfires burning through Southern California and what it means for this year’s fire season. Also on the show, we examine if COVID is exacerbating cancerous cell growth; we visit some of the lesser known LGBTQ+ landmarks and neighborhoods of Los Angeles; we look into the California budget and what to expect for t…

Carol Kwang Park was 12 years old, working as a cashier at her family’s gas station in Compton, California, when the 1992 LA Uprising forever changed her life. Her mom was at the gas station that day and Carol was unsure if she’d even make it home. At the time, she didn’t understand why tensions came to a head in Los Angeles, following the acquitta…

Oof! Was that a kick? Or a GUT feeling?By LAist 89.3

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Claudia Puig and Wade Major review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Inside Out” Wide Release “Brats” Streaming on Hulu “The Grab” Laemmle Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] | Available on VOD Platforms “Firebrand” In Select Theaters “Fresh Kills” In Select Theaters “Tuesday”…

In the new film ‘Firebrand,’ viewers are transported to a more than 500-year-old story, at a time when King Henry VIII ruled England and kept that authoritative approach to his marriages as well. In the case of ‘Firebrand’ we find an older King Henry VIII in his marriage to his sixth wife, Katherine Parr; Parr endures the loss of a friend at the ha…

Today on AirTalk, what you need to know about a Superior Court judge’s ruling on Thursday against a landlord that sought to carry out one of Los Angeles’ largest mass evictions. Also on the show, we examine regret and its function in human existence; the owners of the soon-to-be open ghost kitchen Chicken BOX gives us a sample of their Japanese-Ame…

Wait, what did you SQUAWK? I didn’t quite catch that!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, University of Miami President Julio Frenk has been announced as UCLA’s new chancellor. Also on the show, a look into why PTSD is on the rise in college students; how TV sitcoms led the way for queer visibility and gay rights; Jesse Thorn previews tonight’s live taping of ‘Bullseye’ at LAist; Our TV critics review the latest shows;…

The days are longer and the nights are shorter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get cozy for summer’s best new television series. Each week, we 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, we discuss with Melanie McFarland, TV criti…

Soup or Salad? Give me two of the same!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we remember NBA legend Jerry West. Also on the show, how to prepare for a loved one’s final moments; everything you need to know about California’s Universal Transitional Kindergarten rollout for 2025-2026; we examine why the FDA overwhelmingly voted against the medical benefits of MDMA; and more. We remember NBA legend Jerry West…

Jerry West, who was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame three times in a storied career as a player and executive, and whose silhouette is considered to be the basis of the NBA logo, died Wednesday morning, the Los Angeles Clippers announced. He was 86. West, nicknamed “Mr. Clutch” for his late-game exploits as a player, was an NBA champion who…

We are aliveeee with the sooounds of our boooodiess!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, we remember civil rights leader Reverend James M. Lawson Jr. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s behind Gen Z’s rising interest in blue-collar careers; everything you need to know about earthquake insurance; we examine Spotify’s gamble on raising prices and expanding beyond music; and more. Remembering civil rights leader R…

Bad day? If you’re a Jellyfish, WATER you gonna do about it?By LAist 89.3

Originally being an alert system for Angelenos following the attack on Pearl Harbor, civil defense sirens were a device that was meant to warn folks of an incoming disastrous event if one were to happen. Going from the angst of World War 2 to the fears of nuclear war during the Cold War, Angelenos saw more than 200 defense sirens across the town ho…

Today on AirTalk, after a string of earthquakes have rattled Southern California, we look into if we’re due for the next big one. Also on the show, we take a look at what’s in store for the future of nuclear energy; we toggle the pros and cons of ‘buy now, pay later’ plans; we examine a new study that shows a decline in sexual content in films; and…

In the classic American steakhouse “employees hone the art of performance,” writes New York Times reporter Rita Bullwinkel in her recent piece. Steakhouses are a beloved iteration of restaurant that we’ve adopted from coast to coast. It’s a distinct genre defined by certain elements, like crisp white linens, wood paneling, and of course, steak. Tod…

I would walk five hundred miles …. with robotic help?!By LAist 89.3

Today on AirTalk, California’s early-warning alert system for earthquakes gets an update. Also on the show, beloved “Wheel of Fortune” host Pat Sajak retires after 41 seasons; Monarch Donuts chef and owner Jonathan Ung joins us for National Donut Day; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and more. CA’s early-warning earthquake system ge…

Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Manuel Betancourt and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on demand platforms. “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” Wide Release “Robot Dreams” In Select Theaters “Am I Ok?” Streaming On Max “Flipside” Laemmle Glendale [Glendale] |Laemmle Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] “The Watchers” In S…