AirTalk for November 3, 2009

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  • LA's next top cop

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    Mayor Villaraigosa hasn't officially announced it yet, but word is, Deputy Chief Charlie Beck is his pick for new LAPD chief. A 32-year veteran of the LAPD, Beck oversaw reforms of the department's Rampart division in the wake of its corruption scandal. If confirmed by the City Council, Beck will take the place of outgoing Chief William Bratton, who is credited with dramatic declines in LA's crime rate during his seven years in the position. How well will Beck fill Bratton’s shoes?


  • Pavement wars: cyclists vs motorists

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    On Monday, a physician was convicted of assault and other criminal charges for slamming on his car's brakes and injuring two cyclists on a Brentwood road last year. The trial of Dr. Christopher Thompson lasted three weeks and drew close attention from bike riders who viewed the case as a test of the judicial system's willingness to protect cyclists. How can we create a safer environment for both cyclists and motorists?


  • Senator Bill Frist: physician turned politician

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    Bill Frist, surgeon turned politician, talks with Larry about his new political memoir "A Heart to Serve," accusations that he pandered to conservatives in the right-to-die case of Terri Schiavo, and the ongoing health-care debate.


  • New chief: live coverage of Mayor's announcement & reaction

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    It's official, Deputy Chief Charlie Beck is the Mayor's pick for new LAPD chief. What do we know about Beck? How well will he fill Bratton's shoes? Following our live coverage of the Mayor's press conference, our copwatchers, analysts and experts react.


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Film Week Oscar Preview

84th Academy Awards Nominations Announcement

Sunday, February 19, 2012
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

It’s a hit with boffo box office! The 10th annual “Film Week on AirTalk” Academy Awards preview is coming to the historic Egyptian Theater on Hollywood Boulevard, Sunday, February 19th. The full cast of “Film Week” critics joins Larry Mantle to debate which nominees should take the top categories. Audience ... » More info