http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/ Join Larry Mantle weekdays for lively and in-depth discussions of Los Angeles and Southern California news, politics, science, entertainment, the arts and more. More AirTalk at www.kpcc.org. KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Join Larry Mantle weekdays for lively and in-depth discussions of Los Angeles and Southern California news, politics, science, entertainment, the arts and more. More AirTalk at www.kpcc.org. KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio contact@kpcc.org no KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates at record lows. How will this affect the economy? Also, the city of San Jose is suing the MLB over the Oakland Athletics and Time Warner Cable is being sued for making customers pay for Dodgers and Lakers games. Then, LA Police Chief Charlie Beck answers some hard questions about recent scandals, we discuss if the U.S. should engage in talks with the Taliban on Thursday, and we also look at how much voice-activated technology distracts drivers. Later, Lauren Sandler's new book claims "only child syndrome" is a myth. The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates at record lows. How will this affect the economy? Also, the city of San Jose is suing the MLB over the Oakland Athletics and Time Warner Cable is being sued for making customers pay for Dodgers and Lakers games. Then, LA Police Chief Charlie Beck answers some hard questions about recent scandals, we discuss if the U.S. should engage in talks with the Taliban on Thursday, and we also look at how much voice-activated technology distracts drivers. Later, Lauren Sandler's new book claims "only child syndrome" is a myth. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/19/ Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:56:00 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/19/ 5645 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio A new study slams California training programs as being one of the worst in the nation. Is the study an accurate reflection of the quality of training in the state? Then, after eight years in office LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is due to step down. Larry talks to him about what's next. Later, should obesity be considered a disease? And we'll talk about TCA's controversial 241 Toll Road extension and a bill in the state senate that could slow public records requests. Then, we'll discuss "After the Grizzly" and the 40-year-old Endangered Species Act. A new study slams California training programs as being one of the worst in the nation. Is the study an accurate reflection of the quality of training in the state? Then, after eight years in office LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is due to step down. Larry talks to him about what's next. Later, should obesity be considered a disease? And we'll talk about TCA's controversial 241 Toll Road extension and a bill in the state senate that could slow public records requests. Then, we'll discuss "After the Grizzly" and the 40-year-old Endangered Species Act. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/18/ Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:51:41 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/18/ 5696 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Another day, another government surveillance secret leaked by Edward Snowden. Does Snowden's latest leak reveal anything about his motivations? Then, we'll talk to Covered California's Peter Lee, who can answer your questions about the Affordable Care Act. Later, how does restaurant tip-pooling affect service, and will Iran's new president be a catalyst for change in the country? And we'll talk to the author of "The Spectacular Few," a book that looks into whether prison overcrowding leads to prisoner radicalization. Another day, another government surveillance secret leaked by Edward Snowden. Does Snowden's latest leak reveal anything about his motivations? Then, we'll talk to Covered California's Peter Lee, who can answer your questions about the Affordable Care Act. Later, how does restaurant tip-pooling affect service, and will Iran's new president be a catalyst for change in the country? And we'll talk to the author of "The Spectacular Few," a book that looks into whether prison overcrowding leads to prisoner radicalization. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/17/ Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:56:39 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/17/ 5466 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The White House has announced that Syria crossed the "red line" by using chemical weapons in its civil war. In what ways should the U.S. intervene in Syria? Then, should members of Congress be accountable when their children tweet racist language? Later, Jonathan Alter discusses his new book on President Obama's campaigns and presidency, and our critics join us to review the new Superman movie and more on Filmweek. Also, director Morgan Neville and singer Judith Hill tell the stories of back-up singers. The White House has announced that Syria crossed the "red line" by using chemical weapons in its civil war. In what ways should the U.S. intervene in Syria? Then, should members of Congress be accountable when their children tweet racist language? Later, Jonathan Alter discusses his new book on President Obama's campaigns and presidency, and our critics join us to review the new Superman movie and more on Filmweek. Also, director Morgan Neville and singer Judith Hill tell the stories of back-up singers. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/14/ Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:40:05 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/14/ 5717 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The Supreme Court ruled unanimously today to disallow patenting on human genes. We'll talk about what that means, and we'll take a look at parking in Venice. Will the city decide to put restrictions on overnight street parking? Then, what role do California water boards play in local politics? And we'll discuss the latest on the NSA surveillance scandal. Later, how long should movie trailers be? And we'll find out how parents choose the perfect name for their babies. The Supreme Court ruled unanimously today to disallow patenting on human genes. We'll talk about what that means, and we'll take a look at parking in Venice. Will the city decide to put restrictions on overnight street parking? Then, what role do California water boards play in local politics? And we'll discuss the latest on the NSA surveillance scandal. Later, how long should movie trailers be? And we'll find out how parents choose the perfect name for their babies. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/13/ Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:50:26 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/13/ 5619 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Although it's illegal to assemble a gun in California, how easy is it to acquire the components? Also, the prices for electric cars are dropping; why are consumers still not buying in? Then, would you go to a "bookless" digital library, what are the words to "Louie, Louie," and how young is too young to recruit athletes? Later, are Asian Americans changing the Asian stereotype, and should people take a class in dressing for work? All that and more, today on AirTalk. Although it's illegal to assemble a gun in California, how easy is it to acquire the components? Also, the prices for electric cars are dropping; why are consumers still not buying in? Then, would you go to a "bookless" digital library, what are the words to "Louie, Louie," and how young is too young to recruit athletes? Later, are Asian Americans changing the Asian stereotype, and should people take a class in dressing for work? All that and more, today on AirTalk. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/12/ Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:01:09 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/12/ 5604 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Jury selection has begun for the George Zimmerman trial. We'll talk about what type of juror is each side looking for. Then, is it really dangerous to use electronic devices on planes during takeoff and landing? And we'll discuss the media's reluctance to air gory images. Later, are people okay with government surveillance because of who the president is? Finally, we'll take a look at the evolution of Chinatown and preview Yes, Prime Minister, a British play that's coming to L.A. Jury selection has begun for the George Zimmerman trial. We'll talk about what type of juror is each side looking for. Then, is it really dangerous to use electronic devices on planes during takeoff and landing? And we'll discuss the media's reluctance to air gory images. Later, are people okay with government surveillance because of who the president is? Finally, we'll take a look at the evolution of Chinatown and preview Yes, Prime Minister, a British play that's coming to L.A. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/11/ Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:57:41 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/11/ 5605 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Edward Snowden has come forward as the source of leaks regarding secret government surveillance programs. We'll talk about his search for asylum in Hong Kong and also discuss a growing debate in the world of high tech intellectual property: "patent trolls." Then, with growing tensions between Washington and the media, should we be worried about the fate of freedom of the press? Later, what are some of the challenges of having a boss who's younger than you? And we'll take a look at some of Southern California's up-and-coming neighborhoods. Edward Snowden has come forward as the source of leaks regarding secret government surveillance programs. We'll talk about his search for asylum in Hong Kong and also discuss a growing debate in the world of high tech intellectual property: "patent trolls." Then, with growing tensions between Washington and the media, should we be worried about the fate of freedom of the press? Later, what are some of the challenges of having a boss who's younger than you? And we'll take a look at some of Southern California's up-and-coming neighborhoods. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/10/ Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:56:36 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/10/ 5671 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The San Onofre nuclear power plant is officially shutting down for good. How much is it going to cost, and what will it mean for customers? Also, Justice Department's Andre Birotte answers questions about everything from the Patriot Act and surveillance to marijuana laws. Then, NSA's monitoring of Americans far exceeds Verizon customers and includes information from Microsoft, Yahoo, Google, Facebook and more. Has your trust been breached or are you not surprised? Lastly, Tim Cogshell and Andy Klein review The Internship, The Purge and more for Filmweek. The San Onofre nuclear power plant is officially shutting down for good. How much is it going to cost, and what will it mean for customers? Also, Justice Department's Andre Birotte answers questions about everything from the Patriot Act and surveillance to marijuana laws. Then, NSA's monitoring of Americans far exceeds Verizon customers and includes information from Microsoft, Yahoo, Google, Facebook and more. Has your trust been breached or are you not surprised? Lastly, Tim Cogshell and Andy Klein review The Internship, The Purge and more for Filmweek. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/07/ Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:12 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/07/ 4275 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The NSA has ordered Verizon to turn over millions of phone records. Privacy groups are up in arms about data being indiscriminately collected. What's the NSA doing with the data, and are Americans comfortable giving up this level of privacy in exchange for protection against terrorism? Also, a Stanford student has analytically determined that basketball should have 13 positions, and President Obama will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss cyber-espionage. Then, Daniel Bergner scientifically studied female sexuality to answer the age-old question, "What do women want?". The NSA has ordered Verizon to turn over millions of phone records. Privacy groups are up in arms about data being indiscriminately collected. What's the NSA doing with the data, and are Americans comfortable giving up this level of privacy in exchange for protection against terrorism? Also, a Stanford student has analytically determined that basketball should have 13 positions, and President Obama will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss cyber-espionage. Then, Daniel Bergner scientifically studied female sexuality to answer the age-old question, "What do women want?". http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/06/ Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:50:39 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/06/ 3706 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Amazon may begin delivering groceries, including fresh produce, to Los Angeles. The company, known as AmazonFresh, has been operating in Seattle for some time, but will this expansion into L.A. succeed? Also, about 20 players may be suspended from the MLB for doping, education reform activist Michelle Rhee discusses her new memoir and current battles in improving schools, and actor and director Dustin Hoffman talks about his new film and role with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. All that and more, today on AirTalk. Amazon may begin delivering groceries, including fresh produce, to Los Angeles. The company, known as AmazonFresh, has been operating in Seattle for some time, but will this expansion into L.A. succeed? Also, about 20 players may be suspended from the MLB for doping, education reform activist Michelle Rhee discusses her new memoir and current battles in improving schools, and actor and director Dustin Hoffman talks about his new film and role with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. All that and more, today on AirTalk. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/05/ Wed, 05 Jun 2013 17:57:42 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/05/ 3565 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Today on AirTalk, a new ACLU report shows racial bias in marijuana arrests. Also, should politicians not be allowed to fund raise when Legislature is in session? Then, bystanders have been recently killed in police pursuits. Is there a way to make these chases safer? Later, should companies be allowed to "hack back," and is Los Angeles a "walkable" city? All that and more, today on AirTalk. Today on AirTalk, a new ACLU report shows racial bias in marijuana arrests. Also, should politicians not be allowed to fund raise when Legislature is in session? Then, bystanders have been recently killed in police pursuits. Is there a way to make these chases safer? Later, should companies be allowed to "hack back," and is Los Angeles a "walkable" city? All that and more, today on AirTalk. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/04/ Tue, 04 Jun 2013 17:55:09 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/04/ 3608 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio The Supreme Court has ruled that law enforcement agencies can collect DNA of people arrested for "serious" crimes without waiting for a conviction. How did the justices make their 5-4 ruling? Then, should we have an all-out ban on killer robots or research the technology before someone else does? Also, the trial begins today to determine if Bradley Manning should be charged with Espionage for leaking military documents to Wikileaks, and LAUSD wants high school students to get tested for STDs and get texted the results. Later, a judge allows the Fort Hood shooting suspect represent himself in court. All that and more, on AirTalk. The Supreme Court has ruled that law enforcement agencies can collect DNA of people arrested for "serious" crimes without waiting for a conviction. How did the justices make their 5-4 ruling? Then, should we have an all-out ban on killer robots or research the technology before someone else does? Also, the trial begins today to determine if Bradley Manning should be charged with Espionage for leaking military documents to Wikileaks, and LAUSD wants high school students to get tested for STDs and get texted the results. Later, a judge allows the Fort Hood shooting suspect represent himself in court. All that and more, on AirTalk. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/03/ Mon, 03 Jun 2013 17:51:53 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/06/03/ 3664 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio Alex Jackson is being arraigned today because his pit bulls attacked and killed a 63-year old female jogger. If convicted, Jackson will receive life in prison. Also, strip clubs are receiving Enterprise Zone tax credits. Should the type of company be relevant when obtaining tax credits? Then, the Los Angeles Kings are in the finals, Santa Monica beach is looking at the life of Nick Gabaldon and black surf culture, and our critics join us to review this week's top movies. Later, Peter Rainer chronicles film history, and Michael Feinstein is the new conductor for Pasadena Pops. Alex Jackson is being arraigned today because his pit bulls attacked and killed a 63-year old female jogger. If convicted, Jackson will receive life in prison. Also, strip clubs are receiving Enterprise Zone tax credits. Should the type of company be relevant when obtaining tax credits? Then, the Los Angeles Kings are in the finals, Santa Monica beach is looking at the life of Nick Gabaldon and black surf culture, and our critics join us to review this week's top movies. Later, Peter Rainer chronicles film history, and Michael Feinstein is the new conductor for Pasadena Pops. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/05/31/ Fri, 31 May 2013 17:52:25 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/05/31/ 5510 KPCC 89.3 | Southern California Public Radio A Chinese company has put a $4.72 billion bid for Smithfield Foods Inc, one of the biggest pork producers in the U.S. What would the Chinese company do with Smithfield and what other large acquisitions has China made? Also, why are more Democrats giving commencement speeches than Republicans and does that affect our nation's youth? Then, O.C. journalists recap tragedies and their hot button issues, and Facebook tries to deal with sexist hate speech. Later, are great white sharks actually extinct, and is infidelity becoming more common in marriages? Larry also interviews Michael Feinstein about his new role in Pasadena Pops. A Chinese company has put a $4.72 billion bid for Smithfield Foods Inc, one of the biggest pork producers in the U.S. What would the Chinese company do with Smithfield and what other large acquisitions has China made? Also, why are more Democrats giving commencement speeches than Republicans and does that affect our nation's youth? Then, O.C. journalists recap tragedies and their hot button issues, and Facebook tries to deal with sexist hate speech. Later, are great white sharks actually extinct, and is infidelity becoming more common in marriages? Larry also interviews Michael Feinstein about his new role in Pasadena Pops. http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/05/30/ Thu, 30 May 2013 17:57:32 GMT KPCC, AirTalk, Los Angeles, Southern California, LA http://www.scpr.org/programs/airtalk/2013/05/30/ 5572