Gary and Shannon

HOUR 3 (06/24)  – Gary & Shannon cover the latest developments from the Boyle Heights warehouse fire, the start of the Palisades Fire jury trial, a 5.6 earthquake in Northern California, and FIFA's decision to mandate hydration breaks for players. In #SwampWatch, they discuss the growing influence of Democratic Socialists following major wins in New York City, President Trump's push...

HOUR 1 (06/23) - Elmer prepares for a real-life five-day silent retreat complete with no talking, no laughing, and no eye contact. Shannon declares it "the worst high ever," Gary wonders what exactly needs clearing out of Elmer's head, and then things somehow get even worse when a man jumps into a vault toilet to retrieve his sunglasses and ends up needing paramedics. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

HOUR 2 (06/23) - The saga of the Reflecting Pool continues as President Trump blames vandalism for the algae and dead ducks, but Gary & Shannon wonder who's really at fault. Listener talk-backs keep pouring in about Elmer's upcoming five-day silent retreat, California moves to eliminate "sell by" dates, and Shannon asks, "So this is what they're up to in Sacramento?" Plus, Gary & Shannon g...

HOUR 3 (06/23) – Gary & Shannon cover the latest on the Boyle Heights fire, a deadly heat wave across parts of the U.S. and Europe, a seemingly random Columbine-inspired shooting in Chico, and why Dodgers star Kyle Tucker's trip to the injured list for a mental reset isn't exactly cause for panic in Los Angeles. In #SWAMPWATCH, Iran and the White House appear to be telling completel...

HOUR 1 (06/22) - Gary & Shannon react to the deaths of music legend Clive Davis and former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan before getting the latest on the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Then it's everything from American Idol nostalgia and Major League making a surprise TV appearance to Amy's vacation recap, the finches leaving the nest (while one dead baby bird remains), and whether the parent birds...

HOUR 2 (06/22) - Shannon gets caught up on all the Love Island drama thanks to resident superfan Elmer, before Gary & Shannon question why Southern California needs a heat advisory every time temperatures hit the low 90s. They also dive into the remarkable career of Clive Davis and the little-known story behind Whitney Houston's iconic 'I Will Always Love You.' Plus, researchers warn Earth sti...

HOUR 3 (06/22) – Gary & Shannon explore the mysterious phenomenon of deathbed visions and why so many people report seeing deceased loved ones, childhood homes, beloved pets, and familiar places as they near the end of life. What begins as a discussion of the science behind these experiences quickly turns personal as Gary and Shannon share stories from their own families, including power...

Gary & Shannon (06.20) HOUR 1 - Shannon gives a live demonstration of why spray tanning may be one of the most humiliating beauty experiences ever invented, from standing naked in a freezing room to having someone "get in all your crevasses." The conversation spirals into the history of tanning culture, baby oil, tanning beds, and why tan lines have somehow become fashionable again. Plus, Gary...

Gary & Shannon (06.20) HOUR 2 - Toy Story turns 30 as Gary & Shannon debate the themes of Toy Story 5 and why the franchise continues to resonate decades later. The conversation bounces from the backlash surrounding comedian Nate Bargatzi to mixed reviews of the new Robin Hood movie and Tom Hanks' love of theater. Plus, the hosts dive into some of the week's wildest stories, including a ma...

The Gary & Shannon Weekend Fix (06/20)  – Gary's trip to a family-run Thai restaurant turns into a debate about spice levels, happy waitresses, and whether he's been sheltered from authentic ethnic dining experiences. Shannon recounts her husband nearly melting his face off on spicey food in Thailand, explains what "not like white people spicy" means, and shares the unspoken competi...

Gary & Shannon (06.19) Hour 1 -  Taylor Swift's neighborhood is buzzing with activity as a massive tent pops up just steps from her Rhode Island home, prompting Gary to wonder if it's actually a livestock auction. Plus, a partial shelter-in-place remains in Boyle Heights after the warehouse fire, the latest on the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire and the Rubio-Vance palace intrigue, and why new...

Gary & Shannon (06.19) Hour 2 -  Gary & Shannon reveal how they actually met after a listener assumes they went to school together, then dive into Carlos Mencia's tax troubles and California's proposed billionaire tax, which has even Gavin Newsom trying to pump the brakes. Plus, Netflix's Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders shines a light on internet trolls, and Heather Brooker joins the show...

Gary & Shannon (06.19) Hour 3 - Gary & Shannon break down the latest on Iran and preview a potentially chippy USA-Australia World Cup showdown after chaotic viewing parties erupted across Los Angeles. Plus, Shannon pitches an off-air podcast for Monks & Merrill, the crew roasts Elmer for leaving Gary's play early, and this week's Nine News Nuggets include a TSA-approved ranch dressing...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/18) Hour 1  – Gary & Shannon discuss the newly signed Memorandum of Understanding with Iran and whether it's a diplomatic breakthrough or depends entirely on who you ask. They talk World Cup ties, the lingering air quality concerns following the Boyle Heights storage facility fire, and then Shannon sounds the alarm when Gary reveals he's thought about...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/18) Hour 2  – Gary & Shannon discuss California's proposed billionaire wealth tax and whether forcing someone to hand over $50 million to the state is fair or simply a money grab. They continue digging into Gavin Newsom's behested payments and the financial ties between donors, nonprofits, and state contracts, questioning why political elites seem imm...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/18) Hour 3  – Gary & Shannon break down the day's biggest stories, including President Trump's signing of the Iran Memorandum of Understanding in Paris, Tropical Storm Arthur becoming the first named storm of the season, devastating tornadoes across the South and Midwest, and the latest on the massive Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Plus, a Taylor Swift...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/17) Hour 1 - The show kicks off with Shannon unexpectedly spotting Silent Bob in the elevator before diving into the latest developments from the G7, where President Trump says reporting on the Iran Memorandum of Understanding has been inaccurate and that the agreement is merely the framework for future talks. Shannon calls the whole thing "fungible bologna." Gary &...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/17) Hour 2 - The hour starts with Jameis Winston becoming an unlikely World Cup ambassador and a discussion about why he might be the most entertaining interview in football. Gary & Shannon also debate whether Rob Gronkowski is really the lovable "dumb-dumb" he plays on TV. Then it's time for some Joy Behar audio as they break down JD Vance's appearance on The V...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/17) Hour 3 - Gary and Shannon dive into a wild story about a couple who gave birth to a baby through IVF, only to discover that the baby isn't genetically theirs. They also discuss a bizarre plot to attack the UFC event with drones, and the FBI's investigation into a group that believes the government is sacrificing and consuming infants. Plus, they explore the scie...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/16) Hour 1  – Gary and Shannon kick off the show by welcoming Producer Matt back from London with Shania Twain souvenirs for the crew before discussing the Stevenson Ranch brush fire that came uncomfortably close to Gary's home and the exhausted baby bobcat lounging in Shannon's backyard. Then, mysterious restroom issues and a pest-control notice have eve...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/16) Hour 2  – Gary and Shannon continue their deep dive into Gavin Newsom, behested payments, and the murky flow of money between donors, nonprofits, and political influence. The hosts break down how the practice predates Trump, why it may be legal but still feels dirty, and why questions continue to surround donations to charities tied to the governor's...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/16) Hour 3  – Shannon opens the hour with more Shania Twain fun facts before Gary and Shannon dive into the day's biggest stories, including the ongoing investigation into the B-52 crash, efforts to rebuild a pier ahead of El Niño, and Bunny XO's post-divorce social media activity. Then, Gary shares a compliment from Conway after last night's fire...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/15) Hour 1  – Gary and Shannon kick off the show with Shannon's  Love Island  editing complaints before learning of a tragic development behind the scenes in Fiji. Then, Gary admits he got unexpectedly patriotic during the UFC Birthday Bash, complete with the National Anthem, Blue Angels, and what he describes as a four-hour "freedom boner." The...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/15) Hour 2 – Gary and Shannon continue to parse through the unanswered questions surrounding the pending Iran deal as conflicting reports continue to emerge. Then, an awful tragedy unfolds in Missouri when a skydiving plane crashes, killing all 11 people on board. Plus, Gary and Elmer compare notes on Disclosure Day , debating whether Spielberg's latest is a r...

The Gary & Shannon Show (06/15) Hour 3  – Gary and Shannon discuss the latest developments surrounding the Iran deal as President Trump arrives at the G7 Summit and declares the conflict over, even as questions remain about the details and timing of lower gas prices. Then, Newsom's comments about being targeted over 2028 lead to a broader conversation about his wife's business deali...