Gary and Shannon

The "prodigal daughter" returns as former producer Kiana Raymondo stops by the studio to catch up with Gary and Shannon. They dig into her "peaceful" new life, the drama at her new gig, and why a living wage makes everything better. Plus, a look at Gavin Newsom’s 2028 chances and why the Sepulveda Pass transit project might be a billion-dollar pipe dream. The Return of Kiana:  Gary &amp...

Gary and Shannon tackle the "No-Buy January" trend that has Gen Z locking up their credit cards to fight off impulse spending. Plus, KFI’s Heather Brooker joins for an Entertainment Report to preview Chris Pratt’s new thriller  Mercy  and help you navigate where to stream this year's Oscar nominees. #SwampWatch:  A look at the trending stories of the day, including the m...

Gary and Shannon dive into a high-octane Friday finale, tracking a historic winter storm and a former Olympian turned drug kingpin while prepping for a massive weekend of Conference Championship football. Between Shannon’s "dehydration" diagnosis for Gary’s mood and Board Wizard Elmer’s transformation into a turtle, it’s a chaotic countdown to the show’s 10th annivers...

The 2026 Oscar nominations are here and they are messy. Heather Brooker joins the show to break down the shockers, the snubs, and why everyone is obsessed (good or bad) with Timothée Chalamet. Plus, Jack Smith takes the Hill, Trump blinks on tariffs, and Gavin Newsom gets "cancelled" at Davos. Oscar Hits & Snubs:  Heather Brooker on the  Sinners  sweep and the nominations...

Gary and Shannon break down the terrifying case of a Glendale firefighter accused of an axe murder before attempting a high-stakes legal bluff. Plus, Governor Newsom faces a "budget nightmare" upon his return to California, a "tornadic corridor" is identified in East LA, and the team settles a heated debate: what actually defines a movie musical? The Firefighter’s Bluff:  Analyzing the...

The musical debate reaches a breaking point as Gary and Shannon argue over what officially defines a "musical" vs. a "movie with songs." Plus, a horrifying look at #TerrorInTheSkies after a study finds E. coli in airplane water, Marc Saltzman joins for #TechTalk to discuss the AI takeover of your Gmail, and the team discusses the death of privacy in modern hotel bathrooms. The Musical Manifesto: &...

Gary and Shannon celebrate a rare moment of studio silence as Gary stops singing, much to Shannon’s playful dismay. They dive into the "2016 Time Loop" taking over TikTok, the science of where Heaven might actually be located, and a bizarre "prehistoric" discovery that has everyone doing a double-take.   • Valley to West LA Rail: Discussing the new high-speed rail vote—does i...

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent just went scorched earth on Governor Newsom at Davos, labeling him "American Psycho" meets "Sparkle Beach Ken." Gary and Shannon break down the seemingly epic trolling and the President’s new "Piece of Ice" nickname for Greenland. Plus, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell joins the show to discuss a federal judge’s ban on "less-lethal" weapons and a chaotic mornin...

The LAFD is under fire after reports surfaced that they hired a celebrity crisis PR firm to manage their recent wildfire narrative. Gary and Shannon question why taxpayer dollars are being used for a Hollywood-style cover-up. Meanwhile, copper wire thieves have stripped the Wilshire Corridor, leaving the Miracle Mile in total darkness. LAFD’s PR Scandal:  Why hire Reese Witherspoon&rsqu...

A Pomona laundromat turned into a horror scene after a machete-wielding man attacked a family for wearing 49ers gear. Gary and Shannon discuss the terrifying rise in sports rage and a father receiving death threats over his 4-year-old’s NFL picks. Plus, parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to debate if parents should let their kids curse at home. Laundromat Attack:  A George K...

The markets are surging as President Trump pulls back on tariff threats at Davos. Gary and Shannon break down the relief rally, the newest addition to the Vance family, and the bizarre trend of "hyper-themed" parties for the ultra-rich. Plus, a look at whether  Landman  is officially hitting a sophomore slump. #WhatsHappening:  Trump eases trade tension, a baby on the way for the VP...

Indiana actually did it! Gary and Shannon kick off the hour with the Hoosiers’ historic College Football Championship before heading to the drama at Davos. President Trump lands in Switzerland with a "Greenland Ultimatum" and fresh tariff threats in tow. Is Greenland a strategic masterpiece or just a massive "I want it" move? The duo breaks down the fallout: Macron vs. Trump:  The Frenc...

The Dow is seeing red as the "Greenland or Bust" tariff threats send shockwaves through Wall Street. Gary and Shannon break down the economic fallout and the "billionaire exodus" triggered by California's new Tax Act. Plus, an Encino neighborhood is under siege, by mosquitoes. In this hour: Greenland Market Slide:  The stock market tumbles while the world waits for the President’s live...

Is "What's up?" officially dead? Gary and Shannon break down the exhausting new trend of "Hot Take" dating and why courtship now requires a controversial opinion just to get a reply. Then, we head to the gridiron, is Las Vegas ready for the Mendoza Era? With Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza likely headed to the Raiders as the #1 pick, we ask if the "Sin City" vibe is actually a fit for the college...

Gary and Shannon shift from the #Swamp to the cell block for #TrueCrimeTuesday. We dive into the "Deadpool Killer" phenomenon and the disturbing new docu-series  Handsome Devil . #WhatsHappening:  Solar storms, Beckham family feuds, and the President’s surprise appearance in the briefing room. The Deadpool Killer:  Why are women flooding a double-murderer’s prison inbox...

Gary returns to the studio and breaks down his trip to baseball fantasy camp, from traveling while watching the 49ers and Eagles to stepping into the locker rooms and facilities of the San Diego Giants. He explains what fantasy camp actually involves. Shannon presses him on how competitive he really was and why a compliment from Giants great J.T. Snow made the experience a win. The hour turns emot...

Gary and Shannon dive headfirst into a surprisingly heated debate over whether hotel housekeeping should always be tipped, with listeners calling out Gary for knowing the etiquette and still choosing not to do it. Shannon presses him on why he keeps waffling, while Gary argues it is cultural, tied to visibility, and increasingly complicated by tipping expectations everywhere you turn. The conversa...

Gary and Shannon open #SwampWatch with the day’s political headlines, including President Trump and Governor Newsom appearing in Davos, Newsom’s continued moderation as he moves closer to a presidential run, and Trump’s comments involving Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize. The hour then shifts to culture, as they break down how Gen Z is reshaping drinking habits, from fewer keg...

Shannon opens the hour reacting to the NFL’s wild season as coaching firings continue, markets respond to President Trump’s tariff threats, and major global headlines break from around the world. The conversation shifts to NFL divisional round drama, unexpected sick days, and Shannon’s emotional 49ers experience before Gary shares his cold plunge experiment, and a motivational re...

Shannon opens the show with breaking developments in the Nick Reiner case, explaining how his prior mental health conservatorship could shape an insanity defense and why it differs from other high-profile cases. The hour’s focus is a conversation with tech journalist and Waveform Podcast co-host David Imel from the MKBHD universe, who joins the show to break down Apple’s new deal with...

 Shannon and Michael discuss why so many people are leaving Los Angeles, breaking down the entertainment industry slowdown, the cost of living, and how difficult the city can be if you do not have money, with Michael reflecting on his own experience arriving as a transplant. The hour continues with NewsNation’s Lt. Gen. Richard Newton on protests in Iran and what U.S. support may actual...

Shannon and Michael open with #SwampWatch and then play listener talk backs and respond to audience critiques. The hour’s focus is Your Weekend Entertainment Report with KFI’s Heather Brooker, who breaks down Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s new Netflix deal that rewards success, previews a new Jodie Foster film where she speaks French (it has subtitles), and sparring ensues as Heath...

Michael and Shannon open the final hour with #What’sHappening, breaking down the day’s top stories including new details about Nick Reiner’s past conservatorship, unrest in Minneapolis, and the Dodgers landing Kyle Tucker. The hour continues with our NFL #Fantasy4Play as Shannon makes her picks for which four teams advance in the NFL divisional round.  They close things out...

Shannon opens the show with returning guest host KTLA’s Andy Riesmeyer, bouncing from sleep experiments and thermostat politics to watching Euphoria for the first time and having an unexpected cultural realization. The hour continues with The Hill’s Julia Manchester on President Trump’s renewed Insurrection Act threats, followed by updates on NASA astronauts, rising grocery price...

Shannon and Andy open the hour tackling LA County’s growing pothole problem and why it has become a symbol of city dysfunction. Michael Monks joins to break down a potential ballot measure that could raise sales taxes to fund fire departments, sparking a wider conversation about taxes, leadership, and why Southern California’s safety reputation lags behind other major cities. The hour...