Best Lacma Podcasts (2025)

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Israel-Iran Ceasefire Status, LACMA's New Galleries, Mayor Bass Interview, and More 1:42:51

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Today on AirTalk, Trump claims that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran has been reached, despite initial turbulence; LACMA's newest galleries slated to open in 2026; Popular movies you never got around to watching; Mayor Bass talks about continued response to ICE raids in LA; what is the impact of Roe v. Wade's overturn after three years? and a ne…

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Latest Updates on ICE Raids, the Song of the Summer, Bioplastics in Compost, and more 1:39:11

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Today on AirTalk, latest updates on ICE raids, policy, budget, and more; CA Attorney General releases legal opinion declaring sports betting illegal in the state of CA; what is the song of the summer this year?; the cause and effect of plant-based compost; the history behind Home Run Derby, and a new book about the many lives of James Gandolfini. T…

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Young Men Series: Masculinity, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and More! 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk, an 'inadvertent error' by the LA County Board of Supervisors leads to a repeal of Measure J; how young men in today's age associate themselves with masculinity and how the definition is evoloving; chef and owner of Saucy Chick Indi-Mex Eatery explains an unexpected yet harmonious union of flavors and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk, A …

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Fire Season Preview, Young Men: Religion and Relationships, TV Talk, and More 1:39:17

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Today on AirTalk, what we know about the tunnel collapse; a preview of this year's heatwave and fire season; Young men's turnback to religion; how young men are going about courtship and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk, What we know about the tunnel collapse (00:15) Fire season preview (11:38) Young men series: a turn back to religion (25:26) Young men s…

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Religious Endorsements of Political Candidates, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation Explainer, Cole's French Dip Closure, and More 1:39:18

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Today on AirTalk, the IRS walks back on a curtailment of religious organizational ability to endorse a political candidate; an explainer on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation; DTLA's famous Cole's French Dip is closing; what the status of young men is in today's higher education and employment and how political affiliations affect well-being. Today o…

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Immigration Enforcement in MacArthur Park, CA Air Quality, Young Men & Exercise, and More 1:39:07

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Today on AirTalk, what we know about the ICE raids in MacArthur Park; what will pressure to roll back climate goals look like for CA's air quality?; a new biography details the life of Bella Starr; the experiences of young men in today's gym culture and whatever happened to the kids riding bikes? Today on AirTalk: ICE raid in MacArthur Park (00:15)…

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Six Months Since LA's Devastating Fires, The Future of the LA Zoo, Young Men and Politics, and More 1:39:00

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Today on AirTalk: a check-in on LA County 6 months after the devastating fires; what is the future of the LA Zoo?; how are young men thinking about politics, and whatever happened to kids riding their bikes? Today on AirTalk: Six months since LA's devastating fires (00:15) Future of the LA Zoo (16:25) Young Men Series: Politics (51:14) Visit www.pr…

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ICE's Effect on LA Restaurants, CA Electric Grid Batteries, TV Talk, and more 1:38:54

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Today on AirTalk, LA's culinary scene takes a hit amid ICE raids; CA's electric grid battery systems even out the state's daily power demands; a new book explores the legacy of 'Record Plant Studios,' a legendary music production company; the Pentagon reviews military aid pledged to Ukraine; NASA+ is the newest addition to Netflix, as C-SPAN loses …

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Sheriff Luna Interview, Altadena Oral History Project, an LA Coroner's Memoir, and more 1:39:10

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Today on AirTalk, Sean 'Diddy' Combs is found not guilty on sex trafficking and RICO charges; Sheriff Robert Luna talks ICE enforcement, firework safety, and more; a small group of volunteers attempts to preserve Altadena's history; AI plagiarism detectors and a former LA County coroner shares his experience. Today on AirTalk: Sean 'Diddy' Combs ac…

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Trump Administration's Lawsuit Against LA, the Word 'Like', Summer Travel Season, and More 1:39:15

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Today on AirTalk, President Trump pursues a lawsuit against LA's Sanctuary Laws; the impact of ICE on CA agriculture; the word 'like' and its many applications; CA Environmental Quality Act to be gutted; the travel season ahead, and how some words just cannot be translated Today on AirTalk, Trump v. Sanctuary Cities (00:15) ICE sweeps on CA agricul…

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Higher Gas Prices in CA, Forgotten LA Airports, Homelessness Enforcement Data, and More 1:38:55

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Today on AirTalk, higher costs at the pump in CA will begin on July 1st; LA was home to over a dozen municipal airports that have since been paved over; data indicates a spike in homeless arrests; how an increase in social media addiction and screen time has posed higher risks for kids and a new book critically analyzes the world of self-care. Toda…

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What's next for Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Party, LAPD Drone, Desi Arnaz, and More 1:38:52

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Today on AirTalk, we take a look at what is in store for Zohran Mamdani in NYC and how the Democratic Party may be his biggest roadblock; LAPD to use drones in new pilot program; a look into the life of influential TV great, Desi Arnaz; key SCOTUS decisions continue to loom; CA schools are found to be in violation of Title IX over transgender stude…

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Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez's Controversial Comments, NYC Mayoral Primary, Queer Food, and More 1:39:48

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Today on AirTalk, Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez's controversial comments on LA street gang involvement with ICE; Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's Democratic Mayoral candidate; a new book offers a firsthand account of wildfire fighting; CA's chalks out budget set to go into effect on July 1st; LA County sees a decrease in drug overdose deaths and h…

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US Attack on Iran, Pet Insurance, the Latest on LAist's Investigation into Andrew Do, and More 1:39:20

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Today on AirTalk, we take a look at the US attack on Iran's nuclear facilities as well as how previous international military interventions have panned out for the US; whether or not pet insuance is worth it; the recent popularization of earbuds; the latest on former OC Supervisor Andrew Do; should you know the sex of your baby? and a new memoir of…

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Dodger Stadium, Commencement Speeches, Food Friday, and Filmweek! 1:39:07

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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 S…

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Republicans Split Over US Involvement in Iran, LAUSD Cell Phone Ban, 'Love on the Spectrum,' TV Talk and More 1:39:12

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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 se…

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Appeals Court to hear National Guard Case, Israel's military operations in Iran, LA houseless community services, 'Jaws', and more 1:39:36

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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 t…

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Another Weekend of Protests in LA and Beyond, The Economic Implications of the ICE Raids in CA, CA's Largest LGBTQ+ Archive, and More! 1:39:14

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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…

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LAPD's Violations of California Law During Protests, LA's History as a Testing Ground for Immigrant Rights, Food Friday, and FilmWeek 1:39:15

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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 Ca…

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First Amendment Rights of Protesters, FIFA Club World Cup Explainer, a Neuroscientist on Decision-Making, and more! 1:23:25

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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…

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Updates on LA Protests, Aging and Sex, Rebuilding in Altadena, Art Deco Los Angeles, and more! 1:39:39

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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) S…

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Brian Wilson interview 7:43

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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.By LAist 89.3

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Update on LA protests, Conversation with Mayor Bass, Discussion of Voluntary Celibacy and more! 1:45:10

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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…

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Protesters clash with law enforcement in downtown LA. Hundreds march against Trump's immigration sweeps 1:40:16

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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 b…

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NASA's Reliance on SpaceX, The Future of Gas-Powered Appliances in SoCal, and FilmWeek 1:03:05

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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 th…

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CA's bullet train may come to a halt, The life and legacy of Harvey Milk, TV Talk and more! 1:02:37

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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 compani…

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CA Supreme Court to hear case on subsidised solar panels, How wolves from the Pacific Northwest have made their way to CA and more! 1:02:55

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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 a…

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Disney's latest layoffs, FCC commissioner on state of media, Hollywood Bowl's 2025 lineup and more! 1:03:56

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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…

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How LA responds to Colorado attack, LAist's new watchdog team, CA's quirky little towns and more! 1:03:34

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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.…

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Tinder's newest update, New study mental health in mothers, Filipino-American BBQ and more! 1:39:19

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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 restor…

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Transgender student athletes, Highly skilled immigrants boost CA population, TV Talk and more 1:39:12

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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 …

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CDC changes COVID vaccine recommendations, The rise of OnlyFans, the magic of becoming a US citizen and more! 1:39:08

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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 …

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NPR sues Trump administration, CA's water infrastructure update, why we love off-brand goods and more! 1:40:17

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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 …

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What makes you want to go to the movies?, Prom stories, Oklahoma BBQ and more! 1:39:09

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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. (1…

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Senate rolls back CA emission standard goals, City budget negotiations. Veterinarian shortages and more 1:37:46

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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 award…

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Offshore oil drilling on Santa Barbara, Comedic relief in times of grief, checking in on the Palisades cleanup and more 1:39:15

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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 Bar…

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How listeners handle conversations around Israel-Gaza, Understanding detection of prostate cancer, the history and significance of facial hair and more! 1:39:28

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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 te…

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Following the Palm Springs bombing, Checking in with the Supreme Court's decisions, Childhood memories and more 1:39:09

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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…

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AI in healthcare, Sentimental value in phsyical media, BBQ and FilmWeek 1:39:06

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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 Destin…

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LA city council votes to approve $30 minimum wage for tourism industry, AI and dating apps, 'The Zombies' documentary and more! 1:39:32

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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; Governo…

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Updates on the Tustin Hangar, How AI influences social media, Conspiracy theories and more 1:40:22

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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…

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Gov. Newsom wants to restrict encampments, Pregnancy cravings, AI's intersection with the law and more! 1:39:26

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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…

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US/China halt on tariffs, AI in the college classroom, the historic truce between LA gangs in 1992 and more! 1:39:14

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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…

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What do you think about the new Pope?, Relationships with mothers as we age, BBQ and more! 1:39:06

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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,…

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Sexual health as we age and AirTalk at Dodger Stadium 46:34

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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)By LAist 89.3

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How the Catholic Church has been working through the conclave, The economics of aging, Alcatraz revival and more! 1:39:28

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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…

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CA job market lags behind other states, CEO of Edison discusses Eaton Fire, How we manage pain when we age and more! 1:39:20

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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 bodi…

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Tariffs on Hollywood productions, How to refer to elders, Irvine Strawberry fields and more! 1:39:23

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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 ide…

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California's population bounces back, Austin tries Ray's BBQ, FilmWeek reviews 1:39:13

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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 Tr…

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Food Friday BBQ Series: Ray's BBQ 12:54

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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 Frid…