Today on AirTalk, we look back at the beating of Rodney King, which took place 30 years ago. Also on the show, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news and answer your questions; discuss the prevalence of hate crimes against Asian Americans throughout the entire span of the pandemic; and more.

Today on AirTalk, we look back at the beating of Rodney King, which took place 30 years ago. Also on the show, we update you on the latest COVID-19 news and answer your questions; discuss the prevalence of hate crimes against Asian Americans throughout the entire span of the pandemic; and more.

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.

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.

Lively and in-depth discussions of city news, politics, science, entertainment, the arts, and more.

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AirTalk Episode Wednesday March 3, 2021

Latest on the NASA Boeing Starliner delays

An update on peanut allergy treatments

Preview: newest episode of Imperfect Paradise

Check-in with SoCal school districts

How we became ‘Extremely Online’

Follow-up on the new self-checkout bill

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the delays and challenges facing the return of the Boeing Starliner crew. Also on the show, we learn about a new peanut allergy treatment that’s been introduced in Australia; we preview the newest episode of LAist’s podcast ‘Imperfect Paradise;’ we check-in with SoCal school districts ahead of the new school year; California State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas talks about the new self-checkout bill; and more.
Latest on the NASA Boeing Starliner delays (00:17)
An update on peanut allergy treatments (15:42)
Preview: newest episode of ‘Imperfect Paradise’ (36:05)
Check-in with SoCal school districts (52:01)
How we became ‘Extremely Online’ (1:18:20)
Follow-up on the new self-checkout bill (1:35:47)

Today on AirTalk, the latest on the delays and challenges facing the return of the Boeing Starliner crew. Also on the show, we learn about a new peanut allergy treatment that’s been introduced in Australia; we preview the newest episode of LAist’s podcast ‘Imperfect Paradise;’ we check-in with SoCal school districts ahead of the new school year; California State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas talks about the new self-checkout bill; and more.
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Latest on the NASA Boeing Starliner delays (00:17)</li>
<li aria-level="1">An update on peanut allergy treatments (15:42)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Preview: newest episode of ‘Imperfect Paradise’ (36:05)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Check-in with SoCal school districts (52:01)</li>
<li aria-level="1">How we became ‘Extremely Online’ (1:18:20)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow-up on the new self-checkout bill (1:35:47)</li>
</ul>

Update On NASA Boeing Starliner, Checking In With SoCal School Districts, And The New Self-Checkout Bill

Harris Taps Gov. Tim Walz As Running Mate

What does the VP do exactly?

How ‘The Simpsons’ predict the future

How false rumors ignited violence in the UK

Checking-in with the CA legislature

What's the best taco in SoCal?

Today on AirTalk, Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Also on the show, we dig into what exactly a Vice President does; we get a behind-the-scenes peek at how ‘The Simpsons’ became so good at predicting the future; we explore how false rumors ignited a weekend of violence in the UK; we check-in with the California legislature as they head back into session; and more.
Kamala Harris selects Gov. Tim Walz as running mate (00:17)
What exactly does a Vice President do? ( 21:44)
How ‘The Simpsons’ predict the future (35:20)
How false rumors ignited violence in the UK (51:23)
Checking-in with the CA legislature (1:09:56)
What's the best taco in SoCal? (1:26:46)

Today on AirTalk, Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. Also on the show, we dig into what exactly a Vice President does; we get a behind-the-scenes peek at how ‘The Simpsons’ became so good at predicting the future; we explore how false rumors ignited a weekend of violence in the UK; we check-in with the California legislature as they head back into session; and more.
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Kamala Harris selects Gov. Tim Walz as running mate (00:17)</li>
<li aria-level="1">What exactly does a Vice President do? ( 21:44)</li>
<li aria-level="1">How ‘The Simpsons’ predict the future (35:20)</li>
<li aria-level="1">How false rumors ignited violence in the UK (51:23)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Checking-in with the CA legislature (1:09:56)</li>
<li aria-level="1">What's the best taco in SoCal? (1:26:46)</li>
</ul>

Harris Picks Gov. Tim Walz As VP, The Simpsons Writers Room Revealed, And The Best Tacos In SoCal

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Desmond and Larry talk about being homegrown Angelenos and how the city has shaped them over the years.



Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this episode, Desmond and Larry talk about being homegrown Angelenos and how the city has shaped them over the years.
 
Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

AirTalk Episode Wednesday March 3, 2021

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