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Today on AirTalk, we discuss what went down on Thursday afternoon outside Dodger Stadium as protesters and media gathered after a rumor about ICE raids in the stadium circulated; what makes a great commencement speech and what goes into these orations; Pasadena's latest bakery: 'BadAsh Bakes'; FilmWeek and an interview with writer/director Celine Song. Today on AirTalk A tense scene at Dodger Stadium amid ICE raids in Los Angeles (00:15) All the ways you could go about a commencement speech (10:29) Pasadena's newest bakery (33:30) FilmWeek: '28 Years Later,' 'Elio,' and 'Tatami' (51:32) Celine Song talks 'Materialists' (1:21:52)

Today on AirTalk, a split in Republican outlook on US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict; a new bill aims to ban local and state law enforcement from wearing face masks; how a UCLA psychologist inspired Netflix's hit series 'Love on the Spectrum'; an update on the LAUSD cell phone ban; how LAUSD authorized the use of $500 million dollars to settle past sexual abuse claims and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk Republicans split over US involvement in Iran (00:15) New CA bill to bar police from wearing face masks (10:50) How a UCLA psychologist inspired 'Love on the Spectrum' (28:46) Update on LAUSD cell phone ban (50:21) $500 million LAUSD sexual abuse claims (1:15:09) TV Talk (1:27:25)

Today on AirTalk, Trump's appeal to keep CA's National Guard in LA will be heard by a San Francisco court; the latest on Israel's military operations in Iran; specialty ice cream shop Salt and Straw's co-founder Tyler Malek, talks about the mastery behind his craft in a new book; an update into LA's houseless community services; a tribute concert to John Coltrane and the 50th anniversary of 'Jaws.' Today on AirTalk San Francisco court hears Trump's appeal to keep National Guard in LA (00:15) Latest on Israel-Iran and how local Iranians feel (15:48) A new ice cream cookbook (36:16) LA's houseless services check-in (51:48) A tribute concert to John Coltrane (1:09:58) 'Jaws' turns 50 (1:26:08)

Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the 'No Kings' rallies held here in DTLA and across the US; the economic implications of ICE raids; an archive at the USC Libraries preserves decades of LGBTQ+ history; longtime SoCal slumlord has been CA AG Rob Bonta's latest target; Latino politics amidst latest ICE activity and what your relationship with your neighbor is. Today on AirTalk: Over 2,000 'No Kings' rallies were held across the U.S. (00:15) The economic implications of the ICE raids in CA (19:39) CA's largest LGBTQ+ archive (35:51) AG Bonta's recent crackdown on SoCal slumlord (50:23) Latest on CA's Latino politics (1:05:10) What are neighbors for? (1:24:16)

Today on AirTalk, LAPD has violated California law in their latest use of crowd control during the ICE protests; a peek into the history of LA's immigrant rights groups; Food Friday: ube pies and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk: How LAPD's response to the protests breaks CA law (00:15) LA's long history of local immigrant rights groups (17:07) Crème Caramel LA's pies (35:14) FilmWeek: 'How to Train Your Dragon,' 'Materialists,' 'Echo Valley,' 'A Photographic Memory,' and more (51:29) FilmWeek Feature: “What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?” at the Art Theatre of Long Beach (1:21:35)

Today on AirTalk, some demonstrators are charged by federal and local prosecutors, we take a look at the rights of protestors; a preview of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup; a neuroscientist walks us through how and why we make decisions; the legality around the actions of ICE in SoCal; Nation Geographic commemorates Sally Ride—the first American woman to go to space and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: What are the 1st Amendment rights of protesters? (00:15) 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Explainer: What to know about the tournament that’ll make its way to the Rose Bowl (20:20) A neuroscientist's new book reveals how and why we make the decisions we do (34:44) A look at the legality of immigration actions across Southern California (51:33) The first American female astronaut is commemorated in the new NatGeo documentary SALLY (1:13:26) TVTalk was preempted this week by breaking news

Today on AirTalk, how the local community is dealing with the ICE raids and subsequent protests; an expert weighs in on how to stay sexually active as you age; Altadena residents look to sell their properties after the ravaging Eaton fire and LA's architectural era of Art Deco. Today on AirTalk: How Angelenos are dealing with the protests (00:15) Staying sexually active as we age (33:45) Altadena residents put their homes up for sale (51:06) LA's Art Deco scene (1:19:44)

In 2009, Brian Wilson talked to AirTalk about his album That Lucky Old Sun, which critics called his best work in years. Wilson, a legend in the music business, founded The Beach Boys as a teenager growing up in Southern California. He has died at the age of 81.

Today on AirTalk, the latest updates on LA's immigration enforcement, arrests, schools and misinformation; how politics are at play amidst LA's protests; what the OC board of supervisors is going to do to regain the public's trust; LA Mayor Karen Bass joins AirTalk; Funk icon Sly Stone's legacy; are millennials in a midlife crisis? and the positive effects of voluntary celibacy. Today on AirTalk: Latest on LA's immigration raids and protests (0:15) Politics at play amidst LA protests (17:39) OC's trust in county supervisors (35:01) LA Mayor Bass joins AirTalk (51:25) Funk icon Sly Stone dies at 82 (1:02:22) Millennial midlife crisis (1:19:11) Positive effects of voluntary celibacy (1:32:15)

Protesters clash with law enforcement in downtown LA. Hundreds march against Trump's immigration sweeps Federal immigration sweeps that began Friday in Los Angeles have prompted anger, protest and resistance from onlookers and immigrant rights groups that have braced for this type of action for months. Over the weekend, tensions continued to rise between state and local authorities and Trump administration officials, who said they were calling up the National Guard in response to what the White House said were "violent mobs" attacking "ICE Officers and Federal Law Enforcement Agents carrying out basic deportation operations in Los Angeles." Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday afternoon formally asked that President Donald Trump rescind the deployment, which he had ordered Saturday. At an evening news conference, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass said she supported Newsom's request, adding that she had tried to dissuade the Trump administration from sending in soldiers. With files from LAist. Read the full story here. Guests: Frank Stoltze, LAist civics and democracy correspondent Megan Messerly, White House reporter for Politico Justin Levitt, professor of constitutional law at Loyola Marymount Rachel VanLandingham, professor of law at Southwestern Law School in LA and former Air Force attorney Fernando Guerra, professor of political science and Chicana/o Latina/o studies at Loyola Marymount University, where he is also director of the Center for the Study of Los Angeles; Fernando is also an emeritus member of the SCPR board of Trustees Jody Armour, author and professor of law at the University of Southern California Wendy Fry, reporter for CalMatters based at the San Diego/Mexico border, covering immigration and the border region Pratheepan (Deep) Gulasekaram, professor of constitutional law at the University of Colorado Boulder

Southern California air regulators are voting today on two proposed regulations to curb smog and lessen pollution that’s heating up the planet. For nearly two years, the South Coast Air Quality Management District, which regulates air quality across much of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties, has been working to update rules to phase out gas furnaces and water heaters. A recent data analysis by climate think tank Rocky Mountain Institute found that gas-burning equipment in homes and businesses in Greater L.A. produces seven times more smog-forming pollution than the region’s power plants. Environmental advocates say the rules have been watered down significantly and should be stricter, while the gas industry and its partners say the rules will strain the power grid and raise costs for consumers. Today on AirTalk, LAist climate and environment reporter Erin Stone, deputy managing attorney and director of the Right To Zero campaign at Earthjustice Adrian Martinez, and President of the Los Angeles County Business Federation, David Englin, join Larry to discuss the differing arguments in play around these rules. With files from LAist.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s relationship imploded this week like a star going supernova as the two took to social media to take jabs at each other. At stake are the future of Musk’s companies, including electric car company Tesla and rocket manufacturer SpaceX, both of which receive government subsidies or contracts. President Trump took to his social media website, Truth Social, yesterday to threaten subsidies to Musk’s companies. Musk then threatened to decommission SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, which the country’s space agency, NASA, has come to depend on heavily to ferry cargo and astronauts to the International Space Station on a regular basis. Musk later walked back this threat. NASA is said to have few viable alternatives to the Musk-owned company, as many of SpaceX’s competitors are still catching their technology up with the company. Joining Larry to discuss how and why NASA relies so heavily on private contractors is Kenneth Chang, science reporter for The New York Times. With files from the Associated Press.

LAist's Gab Chabrán has been visiting Santa Ana for decades and has always been impressed with the dynamism of the food available there, especially as it's often at a reasonable price that won't break the bank. Everything from tortas ahogadas, a specialty of Guadalajara, served from a food truck on an industrial road, to a Korean-owned establishment serving seriously delicious smashburgers, Santa Ana has something for everyone. Today on Food Friday, LAist’s own associate editor of food and culture Gab Chabrán is taking us to Santa Ana, figuratively of course, to share some of his favorite budget bites. Do you have favorite cheap eats in Santa Ana? Call us 866-893-5722 or email us atcomments@laist.com. Read the full LAist story here.

Today on AirTalk, we're discussing how NASA and private space firms will bear the new and fresh Trump/Musk feud; Southern California air regulators vote on regulations to phase out gas-powered appliances; Santa Ana's diverse array of affordable grub and FilmWeek: ‘The Life of Chuck,’ ‘Ballerina,’ ‘Karate Kid: Legends,’ ‘The Ritual,’ and More How the Trump/Musk feud could affect NASA and private space firms (00:17) SoCal regulators vote on gas-powered appliances (11:15) Santa Ana's delicious eats on a budget! (25:11) FilmWeek: ‘The Life of Chuck,’ ‘Ballerina,’ ‘Karate Kid: Legends,’ and More (33:12)

Today on AirTalk, CA's plan for a high-speed rail system comes under the Trump administration's latest scrutiny; LA dabbles with the idea of a public city bank; how recipe authors do not own the recipes they create; the life and legacy of prominent gay rights activist and Navy veteran Harvey Milk and how streaming services have forced media companies to reconsider their tactics. Today on AirTalk CA's bullet train may come to a halt (0:15) City of LA considers its own public bank (11:51) How recipe authors don't own their own recipes (24:19) The life and legacy of Harvey Milk 31:39 Streaming services are forcing legacy media to think fast (44:18) TV Talk (56:29)

Today on AirTalk, California's Supreme Court begins to hear arguments on whether the state's utility commission should be able to subsidise rooftop solar; Disney's beloved animated series 'Phineas and Ferb' return to TV for the summer; How wolves from Oregon and Washington have made their way to California; LA County's plan to overhaul government and how the Trump administration's revocation of Chinese student visas is impacting California. Today on AirTalk CA Supreme Court to hear case for solar credit system (0:15) Disney's 'Phineas and Ferb' returns for the summer (12:38) CA's growing number of gray wolves (33:11) LA County Government overhaul (44:46) How Trump's move to revoke Chinese student visas impacts CA (57:34)

Today on AirTalk, Disney's latest round of employee layoffs; The Hollywood Bowl's 2025 lineup; Petersen Automotive Museum's '80s and '90s cars exhibit; FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez discusses the current state of the media landscape, and what is considered appropriate office attire today? Today on AirTalk Disney plans to lay off hundreds of employees (0:15) Hollywood Bowl's upcoming 2025 season (11:21) Peterson Automotive Museum's new exhibition (23:31) FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez on the current state of media (34:03) Is it necessary to dress formally at the office? (44:44)

Today on AirTalk, an update on how Los Angeles's public officials are responding to the attack on the gathering in Colorado for Israeli hostages in Gaza; LAist welcomes a new team of watchdog reporters; the historic Salton Sea; Trump's immigration agenda and its affect on community college services and all the charm around CA's quirky little towns. Today on AirTalk How LA is responding to the Colorado attack on a peaceful Israeli gathering (0:15) Introducing LAist's watchdog team (11:22) Major milestones of the Salton Sea (22:53) How community college services like ESL are being impacted under threats to immigration (34:19) CA's quirky little towns (46:03)

Today on AirTalk, Tinder's latest update allows paid users to set height preferences for potential partners; a new study shows a growing number of the mental health of mothres is declining; Johneric Concordia is the chef behind a Filipino-American BBQ restaurant; FilmWeek and 'Killer of Sheep' filmmaker Charles Burnett talks about its new 4K restoration. Today on AirTalk Tinder now lets paid users set a height preference (0:15) Dropoffs in mothers' mental wellness (18:29) Filipino-American BBQ (38:12) FilmWeek: ‘The Phoenician Scheme,’ ‘Bring Her Back' and more (51:33) Charles Burnett talks ‘Killer of Sheep’ (1:22:28)

Today on AirTalk, California high school sports is changing its rules amid controversy over the participation of a transgender student athlete; historic LA roadside attractions are outlined in a new book; how high-skilled immigrant migrations boost California's population; Rite Aids along with their coveted ice cream brand Thrifty are beginning to dissapear, and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk The future for transgender athletes (0:15) Historic LA roadside attractions (35:31) High-skill immigrants play a role in CA population growth (51:18) Rite Aid's Thrifty Ice Cream is starting to disappear (1:10:19) TV Talk (1:25:24)

Today on AirTalk, California television and film has become too costly for production; HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. changes CDC recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines; As tarrifs loom, the Port of LA reduces its activity; the rise and potential sale of the online platform OnlyFans and our very own Suzanne Levy shares what it's like to become a US citizen. Today on AirTalk: CA's entertainment production has become too expensive 0:15 CDC to change COVID-19 vaccine recommendations 17:58 Checking in on the Port of Los Angeles 38:15 The rise and potential sale of OnlyFans 51:25 The excitement around becoming a US citizen 1:21

Today on AirTalk, National Public Radio files a lawsuit against President Trump, arguing that cuts to federal funding would be illegal; will Governor Gavin Newsom run for president in 2028?; a new book about the intersection of art, faith, and controversies during the 1980s; California water infrastructure updates and what your favorite generic or off-brand products are. Today on AirTalk: NPR Sues the Trump administration (0:15) Gov. Newsom's presidential aspirations (16:40) Art, faith, and the 1980s (34:58) State water infrastructure update (51:20) What's your favorite knockoff brand? (1:18:42)

Today on AirTalk, we talk about what drives moviegoers to the theaters, particularly on long weekends like Memorial Day; memories from Prom night; FilmWeek and American Cinematheque's annual Bleak Week kicks off its 4th year. Today on AirTalk What drives you to the theaters this Memorial Day weekend? (0:15) Reminiscing Prom. For better or worse. (15:37) Harry's Oklahoma Style Smoked BBQ (35:15) FilmWeek (1:07:04) American Cinematheque's Bleak Week film festival (1:23:54) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

Today on AirTalk, Republicans vote to roll back California's vehicle emission standards; LA City Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky talks about an array of measures to achieve budget reduction; Herb Alpert talks about playing with the Tijuana Brass again after 40 years; California's veterinary shortage and mental health crisis; LAist's Nick Gerda awarded journalist of the year and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk Republicans voted to roll back California vehicle emission standards (0:15) LA City budget negotiations (20:52) Herb Alpert plays with his band after 40 years (33:43) Checking in on California veterinarians (50:00) LAist's Nick Gerda wins journalist of the year (1:19:00) TV Talk (1:24:26)

Today on AirTalk, an oil operation off the Santa Barbara coast has resumed production after a 10 year idle; a new documentary about the 1975 New York City financial crisis; how you have found comedic relief in times of grief; an update on fire debris removal in the Palisades and grief affects our physical health. Today on AirTalk Offshore Santa Barbara oil platform begins pumping oil after 10 years (0:15) The New York City financial crisis of 1975 (16:19) Comedic relief in grief (34:54) Palisades debris removal update (51:24) How grief affects ur physical health (1:15:38)

Today on AirTalk, Local Angelenos weigh in on how they navigate tough conversations around the Israel-Gaza conflict; understanding the detection process of prostate cancer amidst former President Biden's diagnoses; a new book explores early research of AI; Pasadena Unified School Districts releases soil test results; the FDA approves a new blood test for Alzheimer's and what it means to grow facial hair for men Today on AirTalk, Locals weigh in on how they talk about the Israel-Hamas War (0:15) The process of detecting prostate cancer (17:25) AI's early years of research (34:57) Pasadena school soil testing (51:20) FDA approves test for Alzheimer's (1:09:48) Why men choose to grow out their facial hair (1:23:37)

Today on AirTalk, the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing and how a 'pronatilist' motive drove the attack; checking in with the major decisions yet to be made by the Supreme Court; were COVID-era school closures a failure of policy?; LAist science reporter Jacob Margolis on the latest investigation of illegal dumping in SoCal's high desert; SoCal's history of cults and what science says about early childhood memories. Today on AirTalk: Evolution of fringe beliefs amidst the Palm Springs bombing (0:15) Supreme Court check-in (18:21) A look back at COVID school closures (34:21) LAist reporter Jacob Margolis on illegal dumping in SoCal's high desert (51:18) Cults of SoCal (1:10:00) Early childhood memories (1:26:08)

Today on AirTalk, How AI is being implemented in Healthcare; what piece of physical media have you held on to all your life?; BBQ series: Maple Meat Co; FilmWeek and 'The Zombies' documentary. Today on AirTalk AI Systems in Healthcare (0:15) Sentimental value of physical media (18:32) BBQ series: Maple Block Meat Co. (39:12) FilmWeek: 'Final Destination: Bloodlines, 'Hurry Up Tomorrow,' 'Deaf President Now!,' 'Caught By The Tides,' and more (51:20) 'The Zombies' documentary (1:23:39)

Today on AirTalk, Los Angeles’ city council voted 12-3 on Wednesday to approve a $30 minimum wage for certain workers in the tourism industry; how AI is affecting dating culture and the way we communicate with potential romantic partners; British icons 'The Zombies' reflect on their path from teenage friends to Rock and Roll Hall of Famers; Governor Newsom unveils revised budget amid 12 billion dollar deficit; Questlove on SNL musical talent and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk LA city council votes on $30 minimum wage for tourism industry (0:15) AI in dating apps (17:01) 'The Zombies' documentary (34:04) Gov. Newsom unveils revised budget (51:24) Questlove on SNL musical talent (1:13:09) TV Talk (1:31:52)

Today on AirTalk, LAist reporter Yusra Farzan gives us an update on the Tustin Hangar; how AI influences our social media feeds; the current state of conspiracy theories; Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets gear up for flight; Kogi BBQ founder and LA icon Roy Choi talks about his new cookbook and the pros of couples therapy. Today on AirTalk We check in on the Tustin Hangar (0:15) How does AI influence social media? (15:39) The psychology of conspiracy theories (35:24) Eaglet fledge watch (51:53) L.A. chef Roy Choi talks about his new cookbook (1:02:22) How to succeed at couples therapy (1:25:00)

Today on AirTalk, California Governor Gavin Newsom outlines a new blueprint for the state's cities and counties to restrict houseless encampments; the impact of AI on law and the judicial branch; the science behind pregnancy cravings; more Americans opting for road tripping; is remote work coming back into the office? and LA transplants weigh in on their culture shocks. Today on AirTalk Gov. Gavin Newsom urges cities and counties to restrict encampments (0:15) How AI will be used in a courtroom (16:51) Pregnancy craving facts and myths (35:27) The American road trip comeback (51:26) Is working remotely over? (1:08:55) LA transplant culture shocks (1:21:07)

Today on AirTalk, US and Chinese officials have reached a deal to pause most of their recent tariffs; how college students and professors are interacting with AI in school; the impacts of the 1992 'Watts Truce' between LA gangs and AirTalk at Dodger Stadium. Today on AirTalk: A pause on US/China tariffs, as activity at the Port of Los Angeles slows down (0:15) AI's impact on the college student (21:13) When LA gangs declared the 'Watts Truce' (38:09) Take AirTalk out to the ball game – a special program from Dodger Stadium (51:21)

Today on AirTalk, listeners share their thoughts on the first American Pope, relationships with our mothers as we age, Moo's BBQ, FilmWeek, and California Animation's exodus. Today on Airtalk SoCal listeners share thoughts on the first American Pope (0:15) Aging Series: Relationships with our mothers (18:15) Moo's BBQ (41:09) FilmWeek: ‘Friendship,’ ‘Nonnas,’ ‘Fight or Flight,’ and more! (51:50) Why California's animators are leaving the state (1:22:20)

Today on AirTalk Aging Series: Sex as we age (0:15) Take AirTalk out to the ball game – a special program from Dodger Stadium (13:22)

Today on AirTalk, how the Catholic Church has been working through its process of picking a new pope; the economics of aging; LA's top homeless official engaged in major misconduct; will Alcatraz be reopened as a prison and do people still hitchhike? Today on AirTalk How will the Catholic Church pick a new pope? (0:15) The economics of aging (27:50) LA's top homeless official's major misconduct (52:01) Will Alcatraz be rebuilt into a functional prison? (1:09:56) Is hitchhiking dead? (1:25:33)

Today on AirTalk, California continues to struggle with job creation despite the state becoming the 4th largest economy in the world; Covered California investigated for sharing sensitive information with LinkedIn; How to build effective relationships and credibility at work; CEO of Edison International discusses the Eaton Fire and the way our bodies manage pain with age. Today on AirTalk CA job market idles as state GDP competes on the world stage (0:15) Covered California shares user information with LinkedIn (18:22) How to advocate for yourself at work (32:10) CEO of Edison discusses Eaton Fire (51:22) As we age, how do we manage pain? (1:24:27)

Today on AirTalk, President Trump authorizes 100% tariff on any and all movie productions coming outside of the U.S.; the idea of 'old age'; phonetics-based teaching; NASA's Golden Record exhibit in Santa Barbara and how strawberries took root across the region. Today on AirTalk Trump's latest tariff on all movies made outside the US (0:15) The idea of 'old age' (18:48) Phonics-based teaching in CA (51:27) NASA's Golden Record exhibit (1:13:00) Strawberry fields forever (1:26:23)

Today on AirTalk, new data shows that California's population drain is reversing; can we justify AI-generated mental therapy?; Texas style BBQ; FilmWeek and celebrating movies that have anniversaries this year. California's population bounces back (00:17) Should we trust AI therapists? (19:59) Ray's BBQ (38:25) FilmWeek: ‘Thunderbolts,’ ‘Bonjour Tristesse,’ ‘The Surfer’ And More (51:21) Celebrating movies that have anniversaries this year (1:24:40) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

April showers bring May barbecue? The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer, which means that enjoying a rack of ribs at a weekend family BBQ is a must. Of course when you think of BBQ the next thought is Texas or Louisiana or Tennessee. But LA has some notable smokes of their own. For the whole month of May, AirTalk's Food Friday is showcasing the best that SoCal has to offer. Today, we're joined by Ray's BBQ, a family-run joint in Huntington Park where brothers Sebastian and Raul Ramirez man the grill just as their father taught them.

Today on AirTalk, CA Attorney General Rob Bonta talks about California's efforts to challenge Trump; The Corporation for Public Broadcasting files lawsuit against the President; listeners weigh in on 60 Minutes editing controversy; law enforcement agencies step back from responding to mental health emergencies; and TV Talk. Attorney General Bonta outlines lawsuits against Trump (00:17) The Corporation for Public Broadcasting loses board members (11:18) Listener thoughts on '60 Minutes' editing controversy (29:33) Law enforcement steps back from mental health emergencies (51:21) TV Talk: ‘The Four Seasons,’ ‘St. Denis Medical,’ ‘Dark Winds,’ and more (1:21:01)

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 Saloni Gajjar, staff writer covering TV at the A.V. Club and Marcus Jones, awards editor for TV & Film at IndieWire. TV Shows: The Four Seasons (Netflix) St. Denis Medical (NBC) Dark Winds (AMC) 100 Foot Wave (HBO) Dark Winds (AMC) Love Hotel (Bravo) Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain (CNN)

Today on AirTalk, debris buildup in the catch basins around the fire zones raises concern; tens of thousands of L.A. County workers are on strike; the implementation of Measure HLA; and an expert ways in on intuition. Fire debris buildup raises concern (00:17) LA County workers strike (21:42) Measure HLA (31:26) School choice in California (51:21) Western Dams (1:11:05) An expert on intuition (1:23:54)

Today on AirTalk, an increase in burglary cases in Altadena after wildfires; California becomes the next state to try out robo-trucks; the future of the penny; and the rise of Erotica. Altadena's increase in burglaries (00:17) Robo-trucks in California (16:03) Do we need the penny? (36:37) What do cuts to Medicaid mean for California? (51:24) Erotic novels on the rise (1:22:14)

Today on AirTalk: LA's budget deficit explained (0:15) Are tariffs affecting the win industry (19:55) Embryo and fetus rights (32:42) Latest on deportation Trump's efforts (51:55) Pasadena Playhouse celebrates 100 years (1:10:01) Where is the best place to live in SoCal? (1:26:56)

Today on AirTalk, what will incentivize you to have a baby? Also on the show, can you spend your way out of loneliness?; preparing for the summer heat with Turkish ice cream; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; and we check in on the physical media industry with Dominic Patten, senior editor & tv critic at Deadline and Peter Rainer, who add their insights and discuss their favorite physical media. What will incentivize you to have a baby? (00:17) Can you spend your way out of loneliness? (19:22) Turkish ice cream (37:41) FilmWeek (51:48) Checking in on the physical media industry (1:27:22)

Today on AirTalk, will congestion pricing in New York City last and could LA adopt the same measures? Also on the program, the pros and cons of dating coworkers; how LA's budget shortfall is affecting affordable housing; the benefits of microdosing psychedelics; and more. Will congestion pricing in NYC last? (00:17) Sharing the same job with your partner (36:12) LA budget's shortfall affecting affordable housing (50:54) Microdosing psychedelics (1:11:50) TV Talk (1:22:05)

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 Roxana Hadadi, TV critic for Vulture and Jen Chaney, tv critic for Vulture. TV Shows: Andor (Disney+) The Narrow Road to the Deep North (Amazon Prime Video) Étoile (Amazon Prime Video) The Last of Us (HBO Max)

Today on AirTalk, Tesla faces massive drops in profits as owner Elon Musk plans to dedicate more time to his company by May. A new bill looks to ban teens below a certain height from riding shotgun. Also on the show, author and psychologist Scott Barryt Kaufman discusses his new book; Why LAX isn't growing in passenger count and AirTalk celebrates 20 years of YouTube. Tesla stocks drop by 71% (00:17) New Bill may ban teens from riding shotgun (16:31) New Book 'Rise Above' (34:12) Why LAX is falling off? (51:26) Celebrating 20 years of YouTube (1:17:06)

The weather has been playing with hearts here in LA. There was one week in April that teased us with some warm sunshine, but just as soon as we all reached for our sunblock and shorts, last week rolled in with dreary clouds and a chilly breeze. With all the back and forth, it's hard to keep your mood up. We all know that weather impacts our mental health. Waking up to clear skies and a shining sun can set a positive tone for the rest of the day. Everything seems brighter. But cloud cover with zero chance of rain can have you feeling that there is no point getting out of bed. Today on AirTalk, we hear from listeners about how the weather impacts their moods. Also joining us is Kim Meidenbauer, assistant professor of psychology at Washington State University. Are you happy and more productive when the sun is shining? Or does it make you not want to go to work at all? Do you embrace the rain and seize the day even when the sky is grey? Or feel melancholy as the clouds hang overhead? We want to hear from you! Give us a call at 866-893-5722. Or email us at atcomments@laist.com.

We discuss Pope Francis' legacy after his death. What is the WHO's pandemic treaty, and how can we better prepare for the next global outbreak? Summer camps are expensive. We'll hear from listeners about their trips for finding the best summer programs at lower costs. What is in store for the future of California's FAIR PLAN? We find out how recent college graduates are fairing in the current labor market. And we hear about the history of the Coachella Valley as one of California's major date growers. Pope Francis dies at 88 – how he changed the Catholic church and what he meant to SoCal listeners (0:08) World Health Organization drafts plan to address future pandemics, here’s what you need to know (16:24) Why are summer camps so expensive? (34:04) Is California’s last-resort property insurance known as the FAIR PLAN a goner? (49:23) How are young job seekers reacting to the current labor market? (1:08:50) SoCal History: Coachella is far more than just a music festival location (1:22:21)

Today on AirTalk, we examine why consumer confidence continues to decline. Also on the show, a new book considers the science behind luck; we chow down on some bagels with the beloved Yeastie Boys; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry Mantle speaks with ‘John Wick’ filmmaker Chad Stahelski on the new Best Stunt Design category at the Oscars; and more. Consumer confidence continues to decline – what you need to know (00:17) Do you believe in luck? New book explores the science behind luck (19:08) Food Friday: Yeastie Boys Bagels (40:23) FilmWeek critics review the latest releases (52:44) Feature: Oscars’ add Best Stunt Design (1:25:44) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!