Former Producer Kiana Returns!

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 & Shannon welcome back the "prodigal daughter" Kiana Raymondo. The team discusses her new job, the "tea" behind the scenes, and how she’s thriving outside the KFI madness. The Sepulveda "Butt-Ton": A massive transit project for the Sepulveda Pass gets the green light for major spending, but Gary explains why he’s not holding his breath for an actual train. Newsom 2028: Is Gavin Newsom actually electable? Gary and Shannon break down his record on gas prices and taxpayer-funded surgeries, and why the "California Brand" might be a hard sell nationally. The Unsubscribe Movement: Shannon celebrates the joy of hitting "unsubscribe" on annoying retail emails, while Gary declares January the official month of digital cleaning. Double the Boredom: Mayor Karen Bass is giving two State of the City addresses, and the crew explains why even news people find these speeches impossible to sit through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.