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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)

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.

We discuss Pope Francis' legacy after his death. What is the WHO's pandemic treaty, and how can we better prepare for the next global outbreak? Summer camps are expensive. We'll hear from listeners about their trips for finding the best summer programs at lower costs. What is in store for the future of California's FAIR PLAN? We find out how recent college graduates are fairing in the current labor market. And we hear about the history of the Coachella Valley as one of California's major date growers. SoCal History: Coachella is far more than just a music festival location (1:22:21)

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) 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!

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

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!

Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. Joining us today on TV Talk is Liz Shannon-Miller, senior entertainment editor at Consequence and Steve Green, freelance TV critic. TV Shows:

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!

Physical education classes, whether they made you enthusiastic or not, always held their fair share of memorable moments. It was a class where you could find yourself accidentally kicking a ball at someone’s face, or taking a tetherball right to your own noggin. Some students would be striving for a personal best in the mile, while others purposely moved at a snail’s pace. Given the variety of games and stories that came out of physical education, we thought it’d be worth hearing from listeners on their most memorable P.E. memories. So — what’s your most memorable P.E. memory? Whether it’s embarrassing, rewarding, or notable for any other reason, we want to hear from you! Tell us your memorable physical education memories by calling 866-893-5722 or emailing atcomments@laist.com.

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.

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.

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)

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)

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)

Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network TV and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we will try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. This week, listeners will get the latest scoop on what’s worth watching with Dominic Patten, executive editor for Deadline and Danette Chavez, editor in chief of The A.V. Club

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)

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!

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)

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.

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: