Monks & Merrill

Hour 2 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the latest addition to LA's public transit options. They're joined by Anthony Crump, a spokesperson for Metro, who shares the story behind the D Line extension. They also talk to Heather Brooker, a KFI reporter, who shares her experience riding the new line and the excitement of the community. The conversation covers the future of trans...

Hour 3 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the world of self-driving cars and the challenges they pose. The guys also talk about new legislation to ticket Waymos, including a proposed limit on the number of tickets self-driving cars can receive before being taken off the road. They also explore the changing narrative of San Francisco, which has transformed from a city plagued by...

Hour 1 - Last night's mayoral debate in LA was a wild ride. Monks and Merrill break down the highlights, including a heated exchange between Katie Porter and Chad Bianco. They also dive into the gubernatorial debate, where Julia Mueller from the Hill joins the conversation, sharing her expert analysis on the debates and what they mean for the candidates. The guys also discuss the LA mayoral debate...

Hour 2 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the controversy surrounding Turner's Outdoorsman, a gun store in Torrance, California. Supervisor Janice Hahn is calling for stricter regulations after discovering that the store has been linked to nearly 8,000 crime guns sold between 2022 and 2024. The hosts discuss the numbers, questioning whether the store is doing something wrong or...

Hour 3 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the city's approach to homelessness and the impact on public safety. Councilman John Lee joins the show to discuss the proposed expansion of the Municipal Code 41-18, which aims to keep homeless encampments further away from schools and sensitive areas. The hosts also discuss a concerning outbreak of the Hantavirus on a cruise ship and...

Hour 1 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, the hosts dive into the heated LA mayoral debate between Karen Bass and Nithia Ramen. They discuss the controversy surrounding the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association forum, where the two candidates went head-to-head. The hosts analyze the debate's highlights, including the candidates' differing views on homelessness and their approaches to addressing...

Hour 2 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the pressing issue of homelessness in Orange County. They discuss the upcoming release of the county's homeless count, which has raised concerns about the accuracy of the numbers. The hosts also explore the innovative approach of a local church in Santa Ana, which is leasing its land to provide affordable housing. See omnystudio.com/lis...

Hour 3 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, they dive into the latest news on the 110 freeway tunnel fire in Los Angeles. The fire, caused by a homeless encampment, shut down the northbound lanes, causing a major disruption to traffic. Council Member Tim McCosker is calling for stronger safety measures and better oversight after the incident. The conversation also touches on the issue of homele...

Hour 1 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, the hosts dive into the growing concern over e-bikes and their impact on communities. They discuss a recent incident in Orange County where a teenager on an e-motorcycle hit and killed an 81-year-old veteran, leading to serious charges against the boy's mother. The DA from Orange County, Todd Spitzer, joins the show to discuss the case and the potenti...

Hour 2 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, hosts Michael and Chris are joined by Steve Hilton, the leading candidate for California governor. Steve shares his vision for the state, including cutting gas prices, reducing utility bills, and lowering taxes. He explains how he plans to achieve these goals, citing the state's abundant oil reserves and the need to cut bureaucratic red tape. Steve al...

Hour 3 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, Michael and Chris discuss the latest developments in the Los Angeles mayoral race. They dive into the controversy surrounding the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association's debate, where only two candidates, Mayor Bass and Councilwoman Ramen, were invited to participate. They also discuss the recent allegations against State Farm, which has been accused of...

Monks and Merrill are talking to LA City Controller candidate Zach Sokoloff about his race. PLUS what is LA's logo? We get into the benefits of having a unified logo for the city. It's all on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monks and Merrill are talking to News Nation's Mills Hayes about the sudden shut down of Spirit Airlines. PLUS we are talking to AG candidate Michael Gates. AND all things 2028 Olympics. Are we ready? We get into it on KFIAM-640.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monks and Merrill are talking to Michael Schneider of streets for all about the insane cost gap in LA. PLUS are the sidewalks accessible for the disabled? They're supposed to be. AND all things High Speed Rail Project. We get into all that and more on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More Monks and Merrill Hour 1 (05/02) - The New York Times column looks at how "end times" thinking moved from church sermons and prophecy paperbacks into American politics, conspiracy culture and even foreign policy language. A new NBC Decision Desk poll finds nearly half of adults ages 18-29 say they would rather live in the past than the present or future. West Hollywood is moving forward towar...

More Monks and Merrill Hour 2 (05/02) - Susan Shelly, Vice President of Communications in the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association joins the show to discuss the anti-mansion tax. LA’s biggest money fight as guest Joseph Donlin, Director of United to House LA, breaks down the high-stakes push to roll back the controversial “mansion tax” and why a statewide measure heading for Novem...

Hour 1- Chris Merrill is flying solo today and he is covering gas prices. CA gas prices are still out of control and we check in with Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.com to help you find the cheapest gas locations. PLUS we check in with Heather Brooker about LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia and his claims about fraud, waste, and abuse and the need for more auditors. It's all on KFIAM-640. See omnystud...

Hour 2 - All Chris Merrill and no Michael Monks and he is covering the question fireworks or drones? We talk to Sgt. Frank Garza about Placentia's strict fireworks law and we ask you what you prefer. All that and more on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 -  LA rent is down and Chris Merrill is talking to Jiaui Xu of realtor.com about the best places to rent right now. PLUS the latest in politics with Pratt vs Bass & Ramen and where the mayor's race stands? It's all on KFIAM-640.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 - Special guest Joseph Cabrera, gubernatorial candidate, breaking down his run and the shifting race as new polls show Newsom leading while Becerra and Hilton battle for the top two. Then it’s from ballots to billionaires—inside the jaw-dropping $400M Bel-Air mega-mansion and a surge in high-profile squatting cases. Plus, LA rents hit a 4-year low… so why does six figures...

Hour 2 - LA’s biggest money fight as guest Joseph Donlin, Director of United to House LA, breaks down the high-stakes push to roll back the controversial “mansion tax” and why a statewide measure heading for November isn’t a done deal yet. Then, from policy to progress—new affordable housing opens in East Hollywood while Metro turns up the energy with D Line station l...

Hour 3 - A wave of high-stakes issues shaping LA and beyond. A new push from a city council member could open local elections to noncitizens—what would that mean for the future of voting? Then, legal insight from The Hill’s Zach Schonfeld on a major Supreme Court ruling and its potential ripple effects on California’s Voting Rights landscape. Plus, serious concerns raised at...

Hour1 - California’s gubernatorial candidates repeatedly talked over one another while sparring on the state’s most urgent issues. Affordability dominated the stage, with sharp exchanges and pointed attacks aimed at figures like Steyer and Becerra. The debate also exposed deep divisions over how to address gaps in Governor Newsom’s CARE Court mental health system, particularly ar...

Hour 2 - State Sen. Roger Niello joins to break down his push to curb lawsuit abuse after a single individual filed nearly 1,800 disability lawsuits against Southern California small businesses—sparking outrage among shop owners. Meanwhile, Los Angeles officials warn of a looming budget crisis as competing ballot measures could put up to $1 billion at risk, even as the city proposes hiring 5...

Hour 3 - Councilmember Nithya Raman faces scrutiny after pledging to break from LAHSA if elected—despite records showing she’s considered the move for nearly two years. Meanwhile, mayoral candidate Adam Miller unveils his ambitious “7x7 Plan” to dramatically reduce street homelessness through stricter enforcement, expanded services, and faster shelter solutions. Plus,...