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Gary and Shannon
by iHeartRadio and KFI AM 640
Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn't) weekdays 9am-12pm
Episodes
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GARY’S FAMILY TREE TAKES A TRUE CRIME TURN
HOUR 1 (10/19): Gary’s family tree sparks some Zodiac speculation, while Shannon unpacks another miserable Sunday for L.A. football and a Rams kicker’s ill-fated tackling attempt. Plus, Southern California gets some fire relief as rain approaches, unrest in France prompts a “let them watch Céline...
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ARE THE KNOCKERS EVER IRRELEVANT? + WHO STILL SAYS “KNOCKERS”?
HOUR 2 (10/19): Is it fashion, or is it about the boobs? A $50 million Victoria’s Secret bra sends Gary and Shannon into a debate about what’s actually getting everyone’s attention. Gary also surprises Shannon with his pumpkin spice French toast skills, while the Elizabeth Holmes documentary has...
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HENRI DICARLO SAYS… AND ANDY WALKS IN
HOUR 3 (10/19): Shannon’s talking smack about Henri DiCarlo’s forecast when Andy Riesmeyer walks into the studio, and his TV makeup doesn’t escape scrutiny either. Then, when did sports betting become an “investment strategy”? Gary and Shannon examine the appeal for Gen Z before investigating why...
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WEEKEND FIX: THE FAMILY TREE HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO
WEEKEND FIX - (10/17): Every family has stories. Some just require a little more explaining. Gary and Shannon revisit family reunions, compare Mom’s side with Dad’s side and unpack the quirks, complicated relatives and secrets that come with the guest list. From funny memories to questions about...
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MALIBU FIRE, DODGERS SWEPT & MISSING BARF BAGS
HOUR 1 (10/16): Gary hosts while Shannon is on Chargers duty, with Jason Nathanson joining the hour. Crews battle Malibu’s Bryson fire amid evacuation orders and peak Santa Ana winds, while police report a school shooting that killed three children and a teacher in Bend, Oregon. Plus, Milwaukee...
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GUILFOYLE FALLOUT, ELIZABETH HOLMES & HEATHER’S TOP PICK
HOUR 2 (10/16): Gary gets a Malibu fire update from Jason Nathanson and examines Bass and Raman’s clashes over ICE, policing and housing. A donor’s lawsuit and Kennedy’s allegations deepen the Guilfoyle fallout as she denies wrongdoing. Then, Heather Brooker talks Whalefall, Sense and Sensibility...
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NAKED EXCUSES, WEDDING CRASHERS & A ROBOT ROADBLOCK
HOUR 3 (10/16): Arrested for exposing himself, a Florida man claims he’s part of a nude art exhibit. Gary tackles that excuse, a wanted list for wedding crashers and a Philadelphia woman arrested after blocking a delivery robot in #NNNYNTK. Plus, #Fantasy4Play picks for Saints–Giants,...
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DODGERS ON THE BRINK & A YELLOWSTONE SURVIVOR
HOUR 1 (10/15): AM570’s Tim Cates joins us as the Dodgers face elimination—can they keep their three-peat hopes alive? We discuss tonight’s game moving to 5 p.m. and the Santa Ana winds raising wildfire concerns across Southern California. Plus, federal investigators reportedly seek to build a…
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THE CONTRACT CONVERSATION AIKMAN & BUCK NEVER HAD
HOUR 2 (10/15): Gary and Shannon compare their own contract conversations with Troy Aikman and Joe Buck’s communication gap, digging into salary differences and what longtime partners should discuss. Plus, Traci Park will vote for Karen Bass without endorsing her, Southern California practices…
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TOO BROKE TO RETIRE, TOO RICH TO RELAX
HOUR 3 (10/15): Retirement doesn’t stop the bills, and a windfall doesn’t guarantee peace of mind. Gary and Shannon explore why retirees keep working, from rising costs to purpose and social connection, then examine how sudden wealth can bring anxiety, guilt and relationship strain. Plus, Diddy’s...
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DODGERS MOJO, DIDDY DRAMA & A RUNWAY CLOSE CALL
HOUR 1 (10/14): Gary and Shannon crank up “I Love L.A.” to summon a Dodgers win, and Tim Cates joins as Shannon declares Ohtani the best player in baseball. Plus, Pope Leo’s recovery after lung cancer surgery, Diddy’s prison drama, Jamaican drug lord Dudus and Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation....
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BASS VS. RAMAN, NONPROFIT PERKS & “WE HAVE GUNS TOO”
HOUR 2 (10/14): Gary and Shannon unpack the Bass–Raman debate, from LAPD leadership and fire response to homelessness spending. Did either candidate change any minds? Then, a luxury apartment, a BMW and a Hawaii-based CEO raise spending questions at a domestic violence nonprofit, whose attorney...
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AI DOOMSDAY & A SHARK SCARE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH
HOUR 3 (10/14): How do you plan for the future when you’re worried AI might end it? Gary and Shannon explore fears of an AI catastrophe and finding purpose amid the uncertainty. Then, a reported “aggressive” great white prompts a water closure in Huntington Beach. Plus, Santa Ana winds, red flag...
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DODGERS PANIC, GUILFOYLE UNDER FIRE & CELEBRITY TURBULENCE
HOUR 1 (10/13): The Dodgers are down 0–2, the Rams lose an overtime thriller, and Shannon is trying a bat dance. Tim Cates joins Gary and Shannon to talk comeback hopes before they tackle the request for Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation amid disputed allegations, a fatal Six Flags incident and...
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GREAT CHEMISTRY, NOTHING TO SAY & KNITTING WARS
HOUR 2 (10/13): You’ve got chemistry, but can you keep a conversation going? Gary and Shannon debate intellectual compatibility and whether curiosity matters more than credentials. Then, the knitting community unravels over patterns, yarn and technique. Plus, Rachel’s damage in Long Beach,...
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65 YEARS LATER, POLICE SAY THE KILLER WAS A COP
HOUR 3 (10/13): Preserved evidence leads police to name a former Chicago detective as the killer of eight-year-old Gloria Kowalewicz. Gary and Shannon examine the breakthrough in a 65-year cold case for #TrueCrimeTuesday. Plus, listeners push back on the knitting discussion and Gary’s phone...
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11 YEARS IN & WE’RE GOING TO VENTURA COUNTY!
HOUR 1 (10/12): Eleven years on the air, and Shannon wants to celebrate by getting suspended 🙈. Gary and Shannon mark their anniversary and gear up for their first Ventura County News & Brews, October 22 at BJ’s in Westlake Village! Tim Cates joins the Dodgers panic check while Shannon nurses…
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RAMAN’S COIN FLIP, HILTON’S LONG SHOT & MOSQUITO MISERY
HOUR 2 (10/12): Gary and Shannon scrutinize Nithya Raman’s shifting positions as Kalshi gives her a narrow edge over Karen Bass, then question Steve Hilton’s strategy with his winning odds at just 4%. Listeners share 11th-anniversary wishes before Shannon sizes up Gary’s legs as prime mosquito...
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HOW OLD ARE YOU REALLY? LET THE GAMES BEGIN
HOUR 3 (10/12): Your birthday says one thing. Can your body, brain and social skills back it up? Gary and Shannon preview the Super Age Games, then explore why the Emmys and Oscars are heading to streaming while the Grammys keep a broadcast home. Plus, #SwampWatch tackles Trump’s claimed...
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OVERTIME: LOUD MUSIC, LOUDMOUTHS & A SURROGACY SCANDAL
HOUR 1 (10/10): Gary reaches for headphones, Shannon hits skip, and neither wants to hear your conversation during a concert. From volume disputes with their spouses to the chatterbox behind them at a show, Gary and Shannon unpack their musical pet peeves. Then, #TrueCrimeTuesday turns to a…
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OVERTIME: AMAZON GETS PERSONAL & MILWAUKEE GETS AN EYEFUL
HOUR 2 (10/10): Amazon has a profile of you, and you might not appreciate the assessment. Gary and Shannon explore creepy shopping assumptions, a naked neighborhood wanderer in Milwaukee and an Indian delivery driver’s questionable approach to “recycling.” Plus, a conversation about political...
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WEEKEND FIX: IS CUTTING OFF YOUR FAMILY THE NEW NORMAL?
WEEKEND FIX - (10/10): Protecting your peace or avoiding a hard conversation? Gary and Shannon tackle family estrangement, therapists recommending distance and TikTok’s role in validating the decision to go “no contact.” A story about a grandfather cut off by his grandchild brings the discussion...
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DITKA TRIBUTES, RAMAN BAILS & TERROR IN THE SKIES
HOUR 1 (10/09): Gary and Shannon remember NFL legend Mike Ditka, including his unforgettable gamble on Ricky Williams. Nithya Raman cancels her interview, and the hosts lay down the rules: tough questions, no editorial control, and an invitation that still stands. Plus, mark your calendar for...
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RAMAN BLAMES THE EDIT & NATHANSON GETS INKED
HOUR 2 (10/09): Nithya Raman blames the edit for her deleted “fascist liars” video, but still wants LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell out. Gary and Shannon check whether rain could stall the wildlife crossing’s opening, then turn Jason Nathanson’s new tattoo into a listener guessing game, with a detour…
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CASH FOR EXTRA CREDIT & A CLASSROOM IMPOSTOR
HOUR 3 (10/09): An Iowa teacher offers extra credit for GoFundMe donations, and a fake substitute makes her way into a Milwaukee classroom. Gary and Shannon unpack both stories in #NNNYNTK, along with Creed’s takeover of your feed and a cat returning home after 10 years. Plus, #Fantasy4Play picks...
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DODGERS ADVANCE, F-BOMBS FLY & 563 DEATH SENTENCES ON THE LINE
HOUR 1 (10/08): AM570’s Tim Cates joins Gary and Shannon as the Dodgers eliminate Atlanta, Tyler Mahle drops a televised F-bomb and LA moves eight wins from a three-peat. Christa Pike’s lawyers say she’s walking and angry after her failed execution, while Gavin Newsom considers commuting all 563...
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NEWSOM’S NEW RULES, BROTHEL BUSTS & EBOLA ON A PLANE
HOUR 2 (10/08): Gary and Shannon break down California’s new laws affecting your job, guns and drink order, then explore Hollywood’s fascination with Silicon Valley villains. Gary finds a dog-sleep study to defend his crate policy, while Valley brothel managers receive probation and alleged...
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A THREE-DAY WORKWEEK & YOUR EXCUSES FOR NOT TEXTING BACK
HOUR 3 (10/08): Jeff Bezos predicts AI could deliver a three-day workweek, while Bernie Sanders wants to hit pause on advanced AI development. Gary and Shannon debate the promises and risks, then tackle the unanswered text: why people put off replying, how silence strains relationships and why...
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RAMAN’S DELETED VIDEO, KONO’S GOODBYE & AN X-RATED FLIGHT
HOUR 1 (10/07): Gary and Shannon celebrate Elmer’s birthday, get emotional over Kono’s departure and question bringing your parents to a job interview. Ahead of tomorrow’s interview, they examine Nithya Raman’s deleted “fascist liars” video and her pledge to replace the LAPD chief she voted to...
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HILTON VS. BECERRA & AMAZON THINKS YOU HAVE A FLAT BUTT
HOUR 2 (10/07): Gary and Shannon break down Steve Hilton’s town hall, his disagreements with Trump and his challenge to Xavier Becerra’s “son of immigrants” story. They examine California’s crackdown on Montana shell companies and why younger Angelenos are trading LA for more affordable cities....
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A BOTCHED EXECUTION, PAXTON’S DIVORCE DRAMA & THE LAST SUPPER MENU
HOUR 3 (10/07): Gary and Shannon examine the fallout from Tennessee’s failed execution attempt, the prison chief’s resignation and mounting legal challenges. #SwampWatch brings Ken Paxton’s campaign complications as his estranged wife urges voters to back the ticket while accusing him of…
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THE PLAGUE, THE POLLS & A VERY UNCOMFORTABLE INTERVIEW WITH MAYOR KAREN BASS
HOUR 1 (10/06): Gary and Shannon discuss Mayor Karen Bass’s request for a sit-down and why they won’t agree to pre-set conditions: “It’s not going to be comfortable in this room.” They examine a Russian lab worker’s death, what officials know about plague and what remains unconfirmed, along with...
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TRUMP’S IRAN REMARKS, NITHYA RAMAN’S LAPD PLAN & SANTA MONICA’S SLUMP
HOUR 2 (10/06): Gary and Shannon react to Trump’s remarks about Iran taking out Los Angeles and San Diego, and the response from California leaders. They debate Nithya Raman’s proposals for the LAPD and discuss reports contrasting her response to an ICE protest with Mayor Karen Bass’s. Plus,...
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SURROGACY MANSION ARREST & “BRING BACK THE ELECTRIC CHAIR”
HOUR 3 (10/06): Gary and Shannon discuss the arrest of Arcadia parents on child abuse conspiracy charges in a case involving a surrogacy home, and what charges could apply to alleged forced surrogacy. Then, Christa Pike survives a failed execution as Tennessee pauses executions and her attorney...
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RUSSIA’S PLAGUE LAB, A CHINA SPY ARREST & FRESHMEN HEADING HOME
HOUR 1 (10/05): Gary and Shannon react to the Chargers’ 0–4 start, the Dodgers’ Game 2 loss and Walmart’s AI-powered pricing. They debate whether Olivia Dean’s song is homage or a rip-off, examine an unexplained death at a Russian anti-plague lab and an Irvine realtor accused of spying for…
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TOM CRUISE’S BOX OFFICE FLOP, WAYMO’S CRASHES & IS BACON EVIL?
HOUR 2 (10/05): Gary and Shannon discuss Tom Cruise’s disappointing box office opening, the heat’s expected cooldown and evacuations near the Bouquet Fire. They unpack Waymo’s rising crash totals alongside its lower injury-crash rate per mile, then debate whether bacon deserves its bad reputation...
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TOM BRADY’S 7-MINUTE MIC MISHAP, SHANNON’S KFI RANT & BEARS
HOUR 3 (10/05): Tom Brady’s stats folder accidentally holds down a talk-back button for seven minutes, and Shannon has a few words about KFI’s own technical problems: “It’s not about the milk.” Gary and Shannon also track the midterm political shake-up, a kayaker bitten while releasing a shark…
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OVERTIME: PANDA PORN, MADONNA & THE COST OF CONVENIENCE
HOUR 1 (10/03): Gary and Shannon get into the Atlanta Zoo’s new pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, and the unusual tactics zoos use to get pandas to mate. Then: Madonna’s iconic VMA performance, social media’s effect on relationships, and whether our pursuit of convenience is costing us community....
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OVERTIME: THE TYLENOL MURDERS’ NEW LEAD & THE WORKOUT MYTH
HOUR 2 (10/03): Gary and Shannon discuss why workout intensity may matter more than duration, plus the mental hurdles that can make running tough. Then they revisit the 1982 Tylenol murders and a reported new lead involving Idaho man Dr. Matthew Francis Bukowski. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
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WEEKEND FIX: THE ART OF NOT SCREWING UP A BIRTHDAY
WEEKEND FIX (10/03) - Gary & Shannon’s spouses have birthdays just three days apart—but remembering the date is only the beginning. A scavenger hunt gift idea sends them down memory lane, trading stories about their shared history, overlapping circles and the little details that make a gift...
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LIVE FROM THE BEACH + GARY’S THUNDERBIRD FLASHBACK
HOUR 1 (10/02) - Gary & Shannon take the show to Huntington Beach for the Pacific Airshow! First up: football, Aaron Rodgers showing his age, and Lyon Air Museum president Mark Foster on the stories behind the historic planes. Then Gary revisits his 2018 flight with the Thunderbirds, a…
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THUNDERBIRDS & RAMEN CORN DOGS
HOUR 2 (10/02) - Fighter jets overhead, ramen-covered corn dogs on the menu. Gary & Shannon continue live from the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach with Captain Hannah Durbin, who takes them behind the scenes of the Air Force Thunderbirds. From the demanding training schedule to team…
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FLYOVERS, FLASHING & A FAMILY FEUD
HOUR 3 (10/02) - Gary & Shannon wrap up the live broadcast from Huntington Beach with Pacific Airshow CEO Kevin Elliott, talking about the event and its place in the community. Then the conversation takes a turn with an abbreviated News Nuggets: a Florida Waffle House flashing story and a fight...
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ALL THAT DEBATE FOR 3.7%?
HOUR 1 (10/01) - Hilton goes after Becerra. Becerra goes after Trump. And the betting market barely budges. Gary & Shannon unpack California’s governor debate and wonder whether undecided voters are even watching. Plus, the case for a starter condo, fan mail gives Gary a shot at a Taylor Swift...
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TOM CRUISE CAN’T OUTRUN A BAD REVIEW
HOUR 2 (10/01) - Gary & Shannon cover the deadly medical helicopter crash off Catalina and the search for a missing person, then dig into Bass vs. Raman and the dispute over influencer payments. Our favorite guest of the week, Heather Brooker joins for a bruising Hollywood Reporter review of Tom...
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EVERY BATHROOM BREAK IS LEG DAY
HOUR 3 (10/01) - Shannon reviews iHeart’s new fourth-floor bathroom—and apparently, using the toilet now counts as a workout. Gary & Shannon also cover the latest on the Israel-bound flight, a whale encounter that leaves four sailors fighting for survival, and Gary’s own dolphin run-in. Plus,...
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URINATION COMFORTS & SECRET PLUMBERS
HOUR 1 (09/30) - Shannon considers sneaking a plumber into the house to fix her husband’s toilet repair—and protect his pride—all in pursuit of what Gary calls “urination comforts.” Then, passengers describe fighting back during a suspected cockpit attack on an Israel-bound flight, and one...
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DON’T PUT GARY IN A BOX!
HOUR 2 (09/30) - Shannon has questions about Gary’s palate—and where he farts—but don’t put him in a box! Gary & Shannon unpack the Bass–Raman divide over Gaza and preview tonight’s governor’s debate: can Steve Hilton break through, or will California’s Democratic advantage carry Xavier Becerra?...
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BATHROOM WINE & NOSY BEARS
HOUR 3 (09/30) - A drunken airline passenger tries to recruit a child to buy him alcohol, then locks himself in the bathroom with a bottle of wine—and Gary supplies the voice for this impromptu #TerrorInTheSkies. Gary & Shannon also follow conflicting reports about the Dubai-to-Israel flight...
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COMEBACK QBS, AI BUREAUCRATS & CHEATING DADS
HOUR 1 (09/29) - Three years without playing a game, and suddenly he’s the guy his team needs. Gary & Shannon discuss a 38-year-old quarterback’s unlikely comeback, then turn to Lindsay Clancy’s return to court and her defense’s push to have the case dismissed. Plus, can America.gov use AI to...
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Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn't) weekdays 9am-12pm
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