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Airtalk
CDC changes COVID vaccine recommendations, The rise of OnlyFans, the magic of becoming a US citizen and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 99:08


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

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NPR sues Trump administration, CA's water infrastructure update, why we love off-brand goods and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 100:17


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)

Airtalk
What makes you want to go to the movies?, Prom stories, Oklahoma BBQ and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 99:09


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!

Airtalk
Senate rolls back CA emission standard goals, City budget negotiations. Veterinarian shortages and more

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 97:46


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)

Airtalk
Offshore oil drilling on Santa Barbara, Comedic relief in times of grief, checking in on the Palisades cleanup and more

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 99:15


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)

Airtalk
How listeners handle conversations around Israel-Gaza, Understanding detection of prostate cancer, the history and significance of facial hair and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 99:28


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)

Airtalk
Following the Palm Springs bombing, Checking in with the Supreme Court's decisions, Childhood memories and more

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 99:09


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)

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AI in healthcare, Sentimental value in phsyical media, BBQ and FilmWeek

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 99:06


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)

Airtalk
LA city council votes to approve $30 minimum wage for tourism industry, AI and dating apps, 'The Zombies' documentary and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 99:32


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)

Airtalk
Updates on the Tustin Hangar, How AI influences social media, Conspiracy theories and more

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 100:22


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)

Airtalk
Gov. Newsom wants to restrict encampments, Pregnancy cravings, AI's intersection with the law and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 99:26


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)

Airtalk
US/China halt on tariffs, AI in the college classroom, the historic truce between LA gangs in 1992 and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 99:14


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)

Airtalk
What do you think about the new Pope?, Relationships with mothers as we age, BBQ and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 99:06


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)

Airtalk
Sexual health as we age and AirTalk at Dodger Stadium

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 46:34


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)

Airtalk
How the Catholic Church has been working through the conclave, The economics of aging, Alcatraz revival and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 99:28


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)

Airtalk
CA job market lags behind other states, CEO of Edison discusses Eaton Fire, How we manage pain when we age and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 99:20


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)

Airtalk
Tariffs on Hollywood productions, How to refer to elders, Irvine Strawberry fields and more!

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 99:23


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)

Airtalk
Food Friday BBQ Series: Ray's BBQ

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 12:54


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.

Airtalk
California's population bounces back, Austin tries Ray's BBQ, FilmWeek reviews

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 99:13


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!

Airtalk
CA Attorney General Rob Bonta, Listeners thoughts on '60 Minutes' editing controversy, and TV Talk: Shows to watch

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 99:21


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)

Airtalk
Fire debris raise concern, School choice in California, Can you trust your gut?

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 99:22


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)

Airtalk
Altadena sees increase in burglaries, the point of the penny, the rise of romantasy

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 100:12


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)

Airtalk
What will incentivize you to have a baby, Austin tries Turkish ice cream, FilmWeek reviewsFilmWeek

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 99:41


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)

Airtalk
Congestion pricing in New York, Sharing the same job with your partner, and TV Talk: shows to watch

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 99:33


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)

Airtalk
Tesla stocks drop, Why LAX isn't growing in passenger count, 20 years of Youtube

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 99:15


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)

Airtalk
Do April showers make you feel dour

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 14:18


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.

Airtalk
Yeastie Boys brings the LA bagel to Coachella

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 11:50


Coachella’s final weekend kicks off today, and if you didn’t manage to get a ticket you may be scrolling social media right now trying to catch snippets of the live performances. But Coachella is much more than just a music festival. It has also become known for its food vendors, many of them some of LA’s most beloved restaurants. Today on AirTalk, we’re bringing Coachella to you with LA’s very own Yeastie Boys Bagels, who debuted their food truck at the music festival back in 2015. Owner Evan Fox joins us to talk about how one little truck became an LA institution and to settle the debate on what makes a good bagel

Airtalk
Consumer confidence is at a low, Yeastie Boys, Oscars' add Best Stunt Design

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 100:38


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!

Airtalk
Quality of Life Index report, TV Talk, Road to Recovery: An AirTalk Event

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 100:34


Today on AirTalk, a new UCLA Quality of Life Index report shows cost of living, fire recovery, and deportation concerns are high for Angelenos. Also on the program, we check in on The Broad museum and its new expansion; we get the latest with the NBA Playoffs; our TV critics review the latest shows; we broadcast our April 16th special in-person conversation ‘Road to Recovery: An AirTalk Event;’ and more. Today on AirTalk: New Quality of Life report: cost of living remains high concern for L.A. residents (00:17) Joanne Heyler talks about The Broad Museum expansion (15:16) Latest on the NBA Playoffs (25:34) Our TV critics review the latest shows (36:16) Road to Recovery: An AirTalk Event (51:22) 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!

Airtalk
California to sue over tariffs, Listeners share memories from PE, Navigating grief after the fires

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 99:34


Today on AirTalk, what to know about California's plan to sue over President Trump's sweeping tariffs. Also on the show, a proposed state bill aims to provide a short-term fix for unhoused college students; we discuss the latest Imperfect Paradise episode from LAist studios; we check in on efforts to defund public broadcasting; we look at how to navigate grief after the recent wildfires; and more. California to sue over Trump’s tariffs (00:17) New CA bill aims to address unhoused college students (17:38) What's you’re most memorable PE moment? (36:30) New Imperfect Paradise episode (51:38) Latest on efforts to defund public media (1:09:18) Navigating grief after the fires (1:22:21) 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!

Airtalk
Are you for REAL ID? What you need to know about the DMV's official REAL ID deadline

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 20:14


After 17 years of delays, the DMV has deemed May 7 as the official deadline for people to get their REAL ID. This deadline was set years ago after the Department of Homeland Security pushed back the prior deadline of May 3, 2023. REAL ID is expected to be important for a lot of residents— other than serving most of the purposes of today’s acceptable forms of identification– these news IDs will also be important for domestic travel. Today on AirTalk, we tell you what you need to know about REAL ID with Leslie Josephs, airline reporter for CNBC, and Steve Gordon, director of the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Join the conversation: give us your question by calling 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com.

Airtalk
Why are we drawn to fads and collectibles?

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 17:24


If you stopped by Trader Joe's recently, you may have been greeted by a line of customers a block away waiting to get their hands on the new limited edition mini totes. A similar phenomenon happened last year when Stanley released a special Valentine's Day tumbler in collaboration with Starbucks. From totes, to cups, to blind boxes, McDonald's Happy Meal toys, collectibles have always piqued customers' interests. But why? Today on AirTalk, we discuss the reasons why people are drawn to fad collectibles, even to the degree of waiting outside the store a day in advance, with Aaron Ahuvia, professor of marketing at University Michigan-Dearborn. We also want to hear from you! Have you ever tried to collect a limited edition item? How far did you go to get your hands on it? Do you still have that collectors item now? Give us a call at 866-893-5722 or email us at atcomments@laist.com.

Airtalk
How dangerous drivers stay on CA roads, Mid-century motels, Shohei Ohtani's first Dodger season

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 99:43


Today on AirTalk, a new CalMatters investigation examines how dangerous drivers are allowed to stay on California roads. Also on the show, we check in on California’s mosquito population; we get the latest on LA28 Olympic games; we look into the history of SoCal’s mid-century modern motels; new book dives into Shohei Ohtani’s historic first season with the Dodgers; and more. Investigation: how dangerous drivers stay on CA roads (00:17) The latest on CA’s mosquito population (20:37) Should you lend money to friends? (36:28) Update: LA28 Olympic games (51:08) SoCal History: Mid-century motels (1:11:16) New book on Shohei Ohtani’s first Dodgers season (1:26:36)

Airtalk
Soil testing after the Eaton and Palisades fires, Le Hut Dinette, FilmWeek reviews

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 100:43


Today on AirTalk, the Lost Angeles County Department of Public Health have released preliminary soil testing results from areas impacted by January’s wildfires. Also on the show, we look into whether we can change our personality; we get a taste of the all-American diner with Le Hut Dinette for Food Friday; our Filmweek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on their new film ‘Warfare;’ and more. Lead and other contaminants found in soil after recent wildfires (00:17) Can we change our personality? (19:11) We get a taste of the All-American diner with Le Hut Dinette (40:30) LAist film critics review this weekend’s new movie releases (52:49) Directors Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza discuss ‘Warfare’ (1:15:23)

Airtalk
How trade relations will impact U.S. consumers, listeners share favorite record store memories, TV Talk: shows to watch

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 99:24


Today on AirTalk, how trade relations with China could affect U.S. consumers. Also on the show, we look at how Gen Z screen habits are impacting legacy media; we celebrate Record Store Day; we discuss the future of LAHSA; the iconic Prue Leith drops in to talk about ‘The Great American Baking Show;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more. How might trade relations with China impact consumers? (00:17) Gen-Z screen habits — should legacy media be concerned? (18:24) What’s your favorite record store memory? (38:04) What’s in store for the future of LAHSA? (51:25) The iconic Prue Leith talks new show (1:09:05) TV Talk: shows to watch (1:23:13)

Airtalk
Trumps Tariffs impact California, New bill would extend last call, Rebuilding after the fires

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 99:20


Today on Airtalk, we get the latest on Trump’s tariffs and how they may impact California. Also on the show, we look at how far California education officials can push back against DEI orders; a new state bill considers extending last call; new Imperfect Paradise episode explores rebuilding in Altadena; listeners share their thoughts on rebuilding after the wildfires; and more. How tariffs will impact California (00:17) Can California K-12 schools push back against DEI orders? (20:25) New state bill would extend last call (37:15) Imperfect Paradise: rebuilding Altadena’s Black community (51:23) Wildfire survivors on whether or not to rebuild (1:18:15)

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State Farm seeks rate hikes, Where did all the sound stages go, Best fries in SoCal

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 98:09


Today on AirTalk, State Farm looks to justify potential rate hikes this morning at a rare public hearing. Also on the show, we discuss what’s in store for the future of Angel Stadium; Los Angeles sound stage occupancy declines to record lows; we check in on Huntington Beach’s voter ID law; San Francisco modifies its harm reduction policy; and more. State Farm seeks rate hikes in public hearing (00:17) What's the future of Angel Stadium? (15:34) New report finds low sound stage occupancy (31:54) The latest on Huntington Beach’s voter ID law (49:51) San Francisco changes harm reduction policy (1:07:14) Best fries in SoCal (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!

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Trump's tariffs hit SoCal, Partnership without marriage, Listeners share their love of libraries

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 100:10


Today on AirTalk, we're checking in on the repercussions from Trump's tariffs on SoCal ports and the stock market. We want to hear from you if you live wth your partner but have no plans to marry. What's the pull, and why does it work for you? Librarian of the year, and LA’s city librarian, John Szabo, talks all things libraries. Tariffs Check-In: Stocks and SoCal ports repercussions (00:17) Why do couples live together and never marry? (32:19) All things libraries with LA’s city librarian, John Szabo (50:59)

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Do Californians, like, really have an accent? Here's what the research says

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 30:30


You know the accent. You’ve heard it exaggerated in The Californians on SNL, slurred by Sean Penn in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and sung by Moon Unit Zappa in the most famous monologue in the San Fernando Valley. The California accent has been parodied in the media for decades. California is the largest state by population, making it one of the most diverse in the nation. So, is there truly an accent that unites all its residents? Today on AirTalk, we are talking about the California accent. Has living in California impacted your accent? Give us a call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@laist.com. Joining us to discuss is Norma Mendoza-Denton, professor of anthropology at UCLA and creator of the Los Angeles Speaks project. Professor Mendoza-Denton is seeking participants who grew up & currently live in all parts of Los Angeles County to help with the study. Participants must be over 18 and speak English as a dominant language (began learning before age 8 or at 3rd grade). Researchers will come to your neighborhood and interview you for 60-90 minutes about living in LA. You may be asked to complete a brief mapping task. To ask questions or volunteer to participate please call the dedicated number for this project ‪(805) 826-3568 or email losangeles.speaks@gmail.com. Learn more about the project here. Guest:

Airtalk
Answering personal finance Qs, The California accent, and FilmWeek critics review the latest releases

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 99:49


Today on AirTalk, the DOW average dropped another thousand points this morning, in response to Trump's tariffs. With such volatility in the stock market, many Americans are rushing to 'recession-proof' their portfolios. We have a personal finance expert with us to answer your most pressing questions. What does the Californian accent really sound like? Whether you're from here and can differentiate accents between locales, or you moved here and noticed some heavy accents, you should, like, totally call in and share your experience. For Food Friday, we have the founder and owner of Colossus Bakery with us to talk about the years that go into perfecting a bread recipe and how she achieves quality consistency across multiple locations. Q&A on preparing personal finances for a possible recession (00:17 What does the California accent really sound like? (20:20) Food Friday: Founder and owner of Colossus Bakery talks bread quality and consistency (38:58) FilmWeek critics review the latest releases (51:56) Feature: Favorite fight scenes (1:24:45)

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The latest on Trump's tariffs, Folk legend Janice Ian, TV Talk: shows to watch

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 102:49


Today on AirTalk, as we watch the stock market react to Trump's tariffs, we'll have economic experts on the show to talk about how this might affect consumers. LA has big plans to recycle more water. LAist reporter joins the show to tell us how the plans are coming along. Your favorite home improvement show takes on the world of radio. We're joined by the host of the program to talk about the new show. An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in the red fire retardant used in wildfires. A new documentary on folk prodigy Janis Ian explores her life and career. For TV Talk today, the critics share their thoughts on the shows 'Lazarus', 'Pulse', and many more. Trump tariffs and the stock market (00:17) LA wants to recycle more water (21:24) This Old House Radio Hour (32:28) Toxic heavy metals found in red fire retardant used in wildfires (51:18) New doc on folk prodigy Janis Ian (1:06:14) TV Talk: Lazarus, Pulse, and more (1:26:23) 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!

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What's next for LAHSA, Rose Bowl swaps fireworks for drones, Pianist Emmet Cohen

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 99:29


Today on AirTalk, LA County strips hundreds of millions from LAHSA, what's next? We have councilmembers, a reporter, and Mayor Bass on the show to talk about the vote. A new bill targets CEQA requirements for infill housing projects. Unrest grows in Central Valley communities due to fear surrounding ICE presence. The Rose Bowl has announced that it will opt for drones this Fourth of July in place of fireworks. What do you think? American Jazz pianist Emmet Cohen talks tour. LA County strips hundreds of millions from LAHSA (00:17) New bill targets CEQA housing requirements (27:29) Supervisor Lindsey Horvath on LAHSA vote (41:04) ICE unrest in Central Valley communities (50:58) Rose Bowl opts for 4th of July drones (1:11:05) Jazz pianist Emmet Cohen (1:30:10) 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!

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40 Years of AirTalk

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 99:19


Today on AirTalk, we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the very first live airing of AirTalk with Larry Mantle. Join us on a journey through the ages as we look back at the show's history and how our coverage has evolved alongside the city of Los Angeles. We'll talk with former and current producers of the show, some of our recurring guests and other fan favorites. We have so much in store for you today, and you won't want to miss this special airing of the show. Evolution of LA history, politics, science (00:17) AirTalk's early days (19:25) Events throughout the years (38:28) Drew Carey joins Larry Mantle in conversation (50:13) A lot has changed in film and entertainment (1:04:13) Senior Producers go behind the scenes (1:25:27)

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40 years of AirTalk: Drew Carey joins Larry Mantle in conversation

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 13:59


There’s nothing like turning on a comforting game show like The Price is Right and seeing a familiar face. For decades, it was host Bob Barker. For the last 18 years, it’s been comedian and actor Drew Carey, who took over for Barker in 2007. So Carey knows a little something about putting together a long-running production. The Price is Right just celebrated its own milestone – 10,000 episodes. Carey is also a long-time listener of AirTalk. He joins Larry in conversation as they discuss what it’s like being a host of two very different but staple shows.

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40 years of AirTalk: A lot has changed in film and entertainment

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 20:42


First it was the pandemic, then the writer’s strike, and now the ever-encroaching threat of AI – Hollywood has had its struggles over the years. But what does the future of the industry hold? Will the industry leave LA in search for better tax breaks? Will AI take jobs away from creatives? And after a bleak first quarter, what does the future of movie-going look like? Joining us to share their take on the industry is Tim Cogshell, film critic for LAist with Alt-Film Guide and CineGods.com and Dominic Patten, executive editor for Deadline Hollywood.

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40 years of AirTalk: The evolution of LA history, politics and science

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 18:40


Los Angeles has changed exponentially and in many unexpected ways over the last 40 years. AirTalk has been there to help Southern Californians navigate the latest political, historical, and scientific news. We’re joined by some of the most prominent and long-time guests to join the show and help listeners better understand the different facets of L.A. Joining is Fernando Guerra, professor of political science and Chicana/o Latina/o studies at Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Lucy Jones, seismologist and founder and chief scientist at the Lucy Jones Center for Science & Society, a natural disaster risk reduction research organization, and Zev Yaroslavsky, director of the Los Angeles Initiative at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and former L.A. city councilmember and county supervisor.

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Trump's looming tariffs, Listeners share their childhood dream jobs, New book on the Manson tunnel murder

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 100:25


Today on AirTalk, Trump's looming tariffs have caused a stock market downturn. How else will consumers be affected? As HHS closes its COVID office, what do we know about Long Covid? Call in and tell us what your childhood dream job was and what profession you ended up in. With the recent arrests of noncitizens with Green Cards and Visas by ICE, what are your rights as a Green Card and Visa holder? UCLA makes the women's NCAA final four. Authors preview a new book on the Manson Tunnel Murder. Trump's looming tariffs cause stock market downturn (00:17) What is known about Long Covid? (16:21) Childhood dream jobs vs. reality (36:16) What are your rights as a Green Card and Visa holder? (51:55) UCLA makes women's NCAA final four (1:08:34) New book on Manson tunnel murder (1:34:50)

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HHS cuts 10k jobs, The Triple Play returns, TV Talk: Shows to watch

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 99:37


Today on AirTalk, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 jobs. What jobs will be cut and how might the cuts affect public health? LA County Supervisors approve $908 million for homeless services. AirTalk turns 40 this year! What's your favorite moment in the show's history? As Trump's 25% auto tariff takes effect, we're monitoring the impact on our economy and auto industry. The Dodgers have their home opener today. Join us for a Triple Play as we talk about what to expect. Director RJ Cutler previews a new documentary series on 2024 World Series. Don't miss TV Talk! We're talking The Studio, No Taste Like Home, Mythic Quest, and more. HHS plans to cut 10,000 jobs (00:17) LA County approves $908 million for the homeless (17:41) Best AirTalk moments (34:23) Fallout of Trump's 25% auto tariff (49:47) Triple Play: Dodgers' home opener (1:03:33) RJ Cutler previews doc series on 2024 World Series (1:12:50) Don't miss TV Talk (1:26:05)

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23&Me files for bankruptcy, the rise of Tesla vandalism, Listeners share their nickname stories

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 99:23


Today on AirTalk, the genetic testing company 23&Me has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and it's looking to sell your genetic data. Data experts urge customers to delete their data on 23&Me before it is sold, as it is unclear what comes next. We'll hear about a new technology for water desalination and learn how it turns salt water into drinking water. A new book takes a fresh look at the nature vs. nurture debate through the lens of genetic engineering. Why is the Federal Bureau of Investigation looking at the widespread Tesla vandalism as 'domestic terrorism?' We're asking listeners to call in and share the story of how they got their nickname. 23&Me files for bankruptcy. What will happen to your genetic data? (00:17) New water desalination tech (16:14) New perspective on the nature vs. nurture debate (34:57) FBI looks into Tesla vandalism as 'domestic terrorism' (51:17) What's the story behind your nickname? (1:22:44)

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CEOs of NPR and PBS testify before DODGE, Detailed U.S. war plans leaked in a group chat, New book on the history of NPR

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 99:14


Today on AirTalk, we're watching the CEOs of NPR and PBS as they testify before the DOGE committee in defense against the FCC's claims of political bias. We'll debrief after the hearing about what might be next for public media. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth leaked detailed war plans in a group chat that included an editor from The Atlantic. The messages have since been released to the public, and we're left wondering: how did this happen? Billions of dollars have gone into preserving the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe, but how has the funding been used, and what are the results? We're joined by an author whose new book details and gives context to the history of National Public Radio. NPR and PBS CEOs testify before DOGE committee (00:17) Detailed U.S. war plans leaked in a group chat (34:32) Investigation into the billions of dollars that go into preserving Lake Tahoe (50:45) New book on the history of National Public Radio (1:16:30)