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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
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Live From Chargers Camp - All Eyes on Mike McDaniel
HOUR 1 (08/17) - Gary & Shannon are live from The Bolt for Chargers training camp as players take the field and expectations build for the season ahead.Chargers GM Joe Ortiz joins the show to talk roster depth, the offensive line and the impact of Mike McDaniel joining Jim Harbaugh’s staff.Plus, the latest in the Tupac Shakur murder case, Nick Reiner’s fight for access to family money to fund his defense, Hurricane Lala’s impact on Hawaii and Jackie the bald eagle getting an official day of recognition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chargers Camp - E-Bike Chaos and Meta in Court
HOUR 2 (08/17) - Gary & Shannon announce the next News & Brews in Downey before digging into Meta’s mounting legal problems, the dangers of celebrity sobriety advice and the growing crackdown on high-speed e-bikes.Then, Chargers Director of Football Operations John Spanos joins the show to talk the upcoming season, protecting Justin Herbert and why fans should be excited for kickoff.Plus, Shannon realizes her bright red tent may not be the ideal look at Chargers camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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AutoZone Chaos, SwampWatch and the Loneliness Problem
HOUR 3 (08/17) - Gary & Shannon wrap up live from Chargers training camp with #WhatsHappening, including another SoCal heat wave, Nick Reiner’s fight for access to his inheritance and a massive AutoZone break-in in East LA. Then #SwampWatch covers the latest on Eric Swalwell and concerns aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln after months at sea. Plus, as practice winds down at The Bolt, Gary & Shannon dig into the broader loneliness problem and why men and women alike may be losing the basic skills of friendship, connection and simply doing things together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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OVERTIME: “Sabsing,” Modern Dating and a Disturbing True Crime Case
Gary & Shannon break down the college dating trend known as “sabsing,” where students try to seem more approachable instead of chasing attention in every social setting. Then the conversation takes a much darker turn with the case of a mother who killed her three children, raising difficult questions about postpartum depression, anxiety, treatment and the responsibilities of mental health professionals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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OVERTIME: Dating Apps, Separate Dinners and the Money Lessons Kids Miss
Gary & Shannon dig into modern dating, including how people are meeting through apps and why some couples may actually be happier eating separately. Then the conversation turns to financial stability, what college students really learn about managing money, and why so many young adults still rely on their parents for personal finance advice long after leaving home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weekend Fix: Swearing, Student Debt and the Blue-Collar Comeback
WEEKEND FIX (08/16) - Gary & Shannon get into their very different relationships with swearing, including whether cursing at strangers on the phone should count as a safe-space confession.Then they look at why more teenagers are considering blue-collar careers as college costs and student debt push the pendulum away from the traditional four-year degree. Plus, the jobs AI still can’t easily replace and why skilled manual labor may be looking better than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty + Shannon Hits the Sideline
HOUR 1 (08/14) - Gary & Shannon kick off the show with Shannon running on almost no sleep after her Chargers preseason sideline debut, while Gary celebrates his daughter Olivia turning 24!Then, Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges tied to Brian Thompson’s killing, potentially setting up a fight over his still-pending New York murder case.Plus, Shadow may have a new eagle in the nest, Shannon argues “Jolene," from the Dolly Parton song got an unfair reputation, and researchers discover even frogs can suffer from dating-app-style choice overload.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Surrogacy Battle + Weekend Entertainment Report
HOUR 2 (08/14) - Gary & Shannon dig into a multistate surrogacy battle after a surrogate refused to terminate a pregnancy and the newborn was placed with his Los Angeles biological parents, raising bigger questions about contracts, custody and who legally counts as a mother.Then Heather Brooker joins for the #EntertainmentReport with this weekend’s movies, a Bluey dispute, Matthew McConaughey’s latest film, the Reagan-Gorbachev drama The Brink of War, and TIME’s list of the 50 best movies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Banks Take Parmesan as Collateral + Biting Turtles
HOUR 3 (08/14) - Gary & Shannon cover the biggest trending stories in #WhatsHappening, including Luigi Mangione’s federal guilty plea, the revised Palisades Fire indictment, Tropical Storm LaLa threatening Hawaii, and Disney’s D23 kickoff.Then in #SwampWatch, they discuss concerns aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln and President Trump asking the Supreme Court to weigh in on White House ballroom construction.Plus, #NNNYNTK (Nine News Nuggets You Need To Know (but likely missed)) - brings food-stealing home invaders, an escaped mental-health patient, Parmesan wheels used as collateral, hallucinogenic mushrooms that make people see tiny figures, a disastrous steroid-fueled bodybuilding experiment, and biting turtles in Croatia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Karoline Leavitt Is Leaving the White House
HOUR 1 (08/13) - Shannon checks in live from Houston before Gary & Shannon break down Karoline Leavitt’s decision to leave the White House at the end of August while remaining an outside advisor to President Trump.They also discuss reports that Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty, question why Democratic Socialist candidates keep underperforming their polling advantages, and look at another crisis in Big Sur as the Timber Fire once again threatens Highway 1, tourism, and hundreds of structures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Lakers Sold in Three Days
HOUR 2 (08/13) - Gary & Shannon break down Nick Reiner’s new indictment and what California’s death penalty really means under the state’s execution moratorium, while also looking at Xavier Becerra’s sizable lead over Steve Hilton.Then they dig into the Lakers’ stunning $12.5 billion sale, including how Bob Iger and Josh Kushner pivoted from pursuing a Las Vegas expansion franchise to buying the Lakers in just three business days.Plus, listener talkbacks on drunk texts and fake nudes, and a look at the growing backlash against veneers, Botox, pristine homes, and hyper-curated perfection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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All Of The Wiping & The Chewing
HOUR 3 (08/13) - Gary & Shannon cover the day’s biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including Karoline Leavitt’s exit from the White House, Luigi Mangione’s expected guilty plea, the NFL’s growing international push, and the latest political headlines.Then they get into “datamaxxing,” the trend of feeding AI everything from sleep and heart-rate data to calendars and workplace stress in hopes of creating a hyper-personalized health coach, before getting completely sidetracked by Gary’s phrase “all of the wiping and the chewing.”The hour wraps with a look at why first kisses may be disappearing among younger adults.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Did Democratic Socialism Hit a Ceiling?
HOUR 1 (08/12) - Gary opens the show with the blockbuster $12.5 billion Lakers sale before breaking down last night’s primaries, including Francesca Hong’s razor-thin Wisconsin loss after polls and prediction markets had her heavily favored. He looks at what the result means for the Democratic Socialist movement, why the polls missed again, and where progressives still gained ground.Plus, new details emerge about the Iranian threat behind President Trump’s secret Air Force One switch, and Gary previews today’s total solar eclipse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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You Can Bet on LA Wildfires?
HOUR 2 (08/12) - Gary digs into the public-safety debate surrounding sanctuary policies after a new federal operation in Southern California targets previously deported migrants with criminal records. He then turns to the increasingly controversial world of prediction markets, including more than $1.3 million wagered on Los Angeles wildfires, bets tied to political speeches and cancer drugs, and growing bipartisan calls for regulation. Plus, Gary asks whether smartphones and endless convenience have actually made modern life a little worse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Are We Teaching Kids Enough About Money?
HOUR 3 (08/12) - Gary covers the day’s biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including the Lakers sale, primary results, Nithya Raman’s homelessness committee fallout, LAUSD’s return to school, and the latest developments in the Nick Reiner case.Then Justin Worsham joins for #Parenting to talk about preparing kids for college financially, teaching them how to manage money, and the parenting habits from past generations that may not have aged especially well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jackie the Eagle Has Died
HOUR 1 (08/11) - Gary & Shannon react to the death of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie (with Amy King), revisit the history of the beloved nest cam, and debate what happens next for Shadow, as questions swirl around the younger eagle that had been seen near the nest, dubbed Jolene.They also recap a memorable Dodgers game with Pastathon auction winners and dig into the extraordinary security operation that reportedly moved President Trump off Air Force One in Turkey after a credible threat from Iran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Does Anyone Actually Care About LA Homelessness?
HOUR 2 (08/11) - Gary & Shannon open with #TerrorInTheSkies after an American Airlines flight struck birds shortly after takeoff, triggering a mayday and an engine emergency.They then turn to Los Angeles politics as the city’s homelessness crisis worsens, Ninthya Raman loses her committee chairmanship, and both Raman and Mayor Karen Bass face questions over accountability and whether anyone is actually fixing the problem.Later, they debate the University of Michigan’s plan to drop letter grades for incoming freshmen and wrap with meteor showers, a SpaceX launch, and whether dating has simply become too expensive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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There’s No Such Thing As Free Underwear
HOUR 3 (08/11) - Gary & Shannon cover the day’s biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including the latest developments with Iran, the rising death toll from the Colombia earthquake, a billion-dollar Powerball jackpot, and the Wisconsin governor’s race.Then #TrueCrimeTuesday turns to the devastating Lindsay Clancy case, as Gary & Shannon examine newly surfaced details about her repeated attempts to seek help before the deaths of her three children and wrestle with the difficult questions surrounding mental health, responsibility, and what happens when warning signs still aren’t enough.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nick Reiner Wants His Trust Fund
HOUR 1 (08/10) - Gary & Shannon open with football talk and a mission to find Board Wizard Elmer an NFL team before diving into Nick Reiner’s legal fight over money from a family trust, including whether funds that were supposed to be distributed before his parents’ deaths could still be released. They also monitor a deadly 7.4 earthquake in Colombia and Ecuador, break down the latest in the Tupac Shakur murder case against Duane Davis, and hear from listeners lobbying hard for Elmer to become a Raiders fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Elmer’s NFL Fandom Is Officially Up for Grabs
HOUR 2 (08/10) - Gary & Shannon keep the campaign to find Elmer an NFL team alive as listeners lobby for the Steelers, Packers, and anyone else willing to make their case.They also look at what could be an unusually strong El Niño and the flooding, erosion, and warmer-ocean impacts that may come with it, check in on Jackie as her condition remains critical and debate the difficult balance between hope and quality of life, and wrap with a conversation about whether monoculture is making a comeback in entertainment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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People Are Sneaking Into Ivy League Campuses?!
HOUR 3 (08/10) - Gary & Shannon cover the day’s biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including the deadly Colombia earthquake, a cooling trend across Southern California, a fatal boating incident near the Statue of Liberty, and President Trump’s latest comments on Iran. They also dig into the bizarre trend of people sneaking onto elite college campuses, posing as students, sitting in on classes, and sometimes even trying to live the campus experience without actually being enrolled. Plus, after a full day of listener lobbying, Elmer finally picks his NFL team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Overtime: Red Bull Shame & Moving In With Seniors
Gary & Shannon debate energy drinks, Red Bull judgment, snoring, sleep habits, and whether we’re all doing wellness wrong. Then they dig into the growing trend of younger adults moving into senior living communities for cheaper housing, unexpected friendships, and a sense of community they weren’t finding anywhere else.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Overtime: True Crime + Parenting w/Justin Worsham.
Gary & Shannon dive into a bizarre Houston true crime case involving funeral home owner Unique Green, who is accused of using forged documents to pose as a deceased man’s wife and steal more than $2 million from his estate. They break down the disturbing allegations, the questions it raises about trust and oversight in the funeral industry, and then lighten things up with a conversation about helicopter parenting and just how involved parents should be in their kids’ lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weekend Fix: Then This B Chimes In?!
Gary & Shannon imagine a future where AI companion robots become part therapist, part personal assistant, and part family member—but Shannon wants absolutely no part of it. They debate whether AI could actually help lonely seniors, manipulate people into trusting it, or simply replace difficult conversations with adult children. Along the way, they discuss the financial realities facing Millennials and aging parents, why traditional nursing homes may be on the decline, and whether technology is becoming the solution to problems families once solved themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Gary Has a Stalker?!
HOUR 1 (08/07) - Gary & Shannon open with breaking news out of Pasadena after Huntington Hospital received a bomb threat, then the hour quickly turns into a full investigation after Gary finds a mysterious sticker left on his car. They debate how seriously to take it, Producer Matt spirals (appropriately), and listeners flood the show with talkbacks offering theories, security advice, and possible explanations.Plus, Amy King gives an update on Jackie and the new eagle “Jolene,” and Shannon recaps the NFL Hall of Fame game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Your Weekend at the Box Office + We’ll Get the Security Cam Footage!
HOUR 2 (08/07) - Gary & Shannon continue investigating the mysterious sticker left on Gary’s car as Shannon works the phones to track down security footage.They also cover Meta’s latest legal trouble and the growing backlash against smart glasses, before Heather Brooker joins for the #EntertainmentReport with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the return of Ted Lasso, and what’s new at the box office this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Tampon, Tequila & Superman Walk Into the News...
HOUR 3 (08/07) - Gary & Shannon cover the day’s biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including rising tensions with Iran, Southern California wildfires, the latest on Big Bear eagle Jackie, President Trump’s warning signs ahead of the midterms, and new executive action on birthright citizenship.Then things get considerably stranger with Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know (But Likely Missed), featuring a Superman-costumed thief, a Planet Fitness employee accused of stealing a customer’s credit card for BBQ and beer, a man found hiding in an empty JetBlue plane, and a bride-to-be accused of setting fire to a church with a tampon the night before her wedding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fauci Held in Contempt + $1.6M Homelessness CEO
HOUR 1 (08/06) - Senate Republicans vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after his COVID hearing testimony, while a taxpayer-funded Southern California homelessness nonprofit faces scrutiny over its CEO's $1.6 million compensation package.Plus, Gary & Shannon celebrate the return of football, check in on Jackie's latest medical update, and look at the early political maneuvering for 2028.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why Hollywood Left Hollywood
HOUR 2 (08/06) – Hollywood is producing fewer movies and TV shows in Los Angeles despite expanded tax credits, sparking a conversation about where the work went, whether California can realistically compete with other states and countries, and if the industry's biggest problem is policy—or Hollywood itself.Gary & Shannon debate whether studios have lost sight of making crowd-pleasing hits, whether taxpayers should subsidize production, and what it would actually take to bring the entertainment business back to Southern California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Airlines Have Cheap Tickets... But There's a Catch
HOUR 3 (08/06) – Gary & Shannon kick off #WhatsHappening with Anthony Fauci being ordered held in contempt of Congress, the latest on California wildfires, a $856 million Powerball jackpot, and other trending headlines.During #SwampWatch, they discuss President Trump's dispute over reports about U.S. munitions, the latest developments involving Iran, and political intrigue inside the administration.The hour wraps with why basic economy keeps getting less basic; Gary vents about his struggling SF Giants, and Los Angeles considers new rules to keep rental units cooler during extreme heat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Socialist Could Be the Next U.S. Senator
HOUR 1 (08/05) – Gary surprises Shannon with a football-related gift before discussing Justin Herbert and Madison Beer. They then break down President Trump's return to Southern California following another security scare, Abdul El-Sayed's Democratic Senate primary victory in Michigan and what it means for the Democratic Socialist movement, Hasan Piker's growing influence on the progressive left, and wrap with #TerrorInTheSkies after a Malaysia Airlines pilot is accused of flying under the influence before allegedly attempting to smuggle more than 70,000 ecstasy pills into Indonesia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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969
Shopping... or Gambling?
HOUR 2 (08/05) – Gary & Shannon discuss how a grandfather helped police identify a suspected Spokane wildfire arsonist as devastating fires continue to burn across the Northwest. They also break down a SpaceX rocket stage crashing into the Moon, why social media still discourages people from admitting when life isn't going well, and whether the booming livestream shopping app Whatnot is blurring the line between shopping and gambling after one user's alleged million-dollar spending spiral.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Should Kids Be Allowed in Business Class?
HOUR 3 (08/05) – Gary & Shannon kick off #WhatsHappening with Abdul El-Sayed's narrow Michigan primary victory, record-setting stock market gains fueled by AI, persistent wildfire concerns in the Pacific Northwest, and the latest food safety headlines. During #SwampWatch, they discuss the dropped Reflecting Pool vandalism charges and what Democrats face heading into the general election. Justin Worsham then joins the show to debate kids in business class, the case for adults-only spaces, and the realities of parenting in public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Clint Eastwood Would Hate Working From Home
HOUR 1 (08/04) – Gary & Shannon open with the latest update on Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie before discussing President Trump's upcoming Western swing, growing wildfire concerns in Washington, and new developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations. They also share a classic Clint Eastwood story involving Kevin Costner that sparks a conversation about work ethic, why Eastwood would never embrace working from home, and whether Hollywood's old-school mentality still has something to teach us.Later, they examine the growing influence of democratic socialists within the Democratic Party before AM 570's Fred Roggin joins the show to talk Dodgers baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Fortified Castle-Shaped Bounce House
HOUR 2 (08/04) – Gary & Shannon discuss President Trump's visit to Los Angeles and the political implications for Gavin Newsom's 2028 ambitions before an offhand conversation about renting a bounce house spirals into a full-blown KFI event.They also cover the latest controversy surrounding the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, debate whether the massive project is worth the cost, and wrap up with a look at changing drinking habits, why Gen X nostalgia is big alcohol business, and the growing popularity of parties that end before bedtime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A True Crime Funeral Home Nightmare
HOUR 3 (08/04) – Gary & Shannon kick off #WhatsHappening with President Trump's visit to Southern California, devastating wildfires in Spokane, key primary elections that could shape the Democratic Party, a massive meth bust in Los Angeles, and a Falcon 9 booster headed for an unplanned collision with the Moon.During #SwampWatch, they discuss the Michigan primary, Jeanine Pirro, and the latest political headlines. The hour wraps with #TrueCrimeTuesday, diving into the shocking Houston funeral home case involving fraud, alleged mishandling of human remains, and the disturbing investigation that followed. Listeners also continue calling in with suggestions for the show's increasingly ambitious bounce-house party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Some Friends Should Know Better
HOUR 1 (08/03) – Gary & Shannon kick off the week with Shannon recounting an unforgettable moment involving a friend's teenage daughter and why some people should know better after 30 years of friendship. They also recap Gary's weekend at a local production of Frozen, discuss the deadly shooting at an Idaho In-N-Out, break down a new 2028 presidential poll featuring Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris, react to Spider-Man's record-setting box office weekend, and wrap up with an incredible #TerrorInTheSkies story exploring how a particle from a dying star millions of years ago may have triggered a JetBlue flight's terrifying plunge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Can Democracy Destroy Itself?
HOUR 2 (08/03) – Gary & Shannon discuss the California governor's race as Rick Caruso challenges Xavier Becerra to a debate before turning to the ongoing rebuilding delays in Malibu following the devastating wildfires. They also examine a quote often attributed to John Adams about democracy, discuss the national debt, the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America within the Democratic Party, and the broader debate over competing political ideologies. The hour wraps with a lighter conversation about oversized hoodies, athleisure, and whether the hoodie has officially become the new T-shirt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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When Does Concern Become Cruel?
HOUR 3 (08/03) – Gary & Shannon cover the day's biggest stories in #WhatsHappening, including the Idaho In-N-Out shooting, destructive wildfires across the Pacific Northwest, the growing measles outbreak in California, Spider-Man's record-breaking box office debut, and renewed concern over Ariana Grande's health after recent public appearances.During #SwampWatch, they discuss President Trump's latest comments on Iran, Todd Blanche's path toward confirmation, and Joe Manchin's warning to the Democratic Party.The hour wraps with a #Wellness segment on everyday habits that may accelerate aging and a look at whether MySpace could really be making a comeback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Overtime: Illegal Baby Names & True Crime
Gary and Shannon talk about the wild world of parenting. Which baby names are ILLEGAL in Europe? Gary and Shannon present the True Crime stories of the week. It's official! Gary and Shannon are #34 in the iHeart Podcast rankings! Should someone be able to withdrawal a guilty plea?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Overtime: Snoring Partners & Newsom's Spicy Affair
Gary and Shannon get into what could cause a couple to SPLIT! Will you avoid ordering something off a menu if you can't pronounce it to the waiter? Gary and Shannon dive deep into a spicy article written by former Newsom staffer Ruby Rippey. More on the affair between Newsom & Rippey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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WEEKEND FIX: What Counts as Middle Age?
WEEKEND FIX (08/01) – Gary & Shannon debate when middle age really begins, why midlife crises seem to happen later in life, and whether milestone birthdays deserve their reputation.They also discuss aging in Hollywood, why money can make looking younger a little easier, whether Brad Pitt and Jennifer Lopez have set unrealistic expectations, plus private pilot licensing and unusual airline stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Humans Ruin Everything
HOUR 1 (07/31) – Gary & Shannon discuss reports that Hamas has agreed in principle to disarm, while questioning whether a lasting agreement is actually within reach. They also cover the rise of online rental scams targeting desperate renters, whether falling space junk is becoming a real concern, the growing backlash against Meta's AI-powered smart glasses over privacy concerns, Shannon's excitement for football season, and the latest fallout from Tony Romo's DUI arrest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Worst Hit Song Ever?
HOUR 2 (07/31) – Gary & Shannon break down the escalating legal battle between prediction market rivals Kalshi and Polymarket as New York moves to crack down on the rapidly growing industry. They also debate whether Starship's We Built This City deserves its reputation as one of the worst No. 1 hits of all time before Heather Brooker joins for the #EntertainmentReport to preview Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the weekend's biggest movie releases, and what's worth seeing at the box office this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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956
The Nine News Nuggets You Definitely Missed
HOUR 3 (07/31) – Gary & Shannon cover the day's biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including the latest on the F-35 crash in San Diego, Mayor Karen Bass' executive order targeting conditions in Boyle Heights, Seattle's police chief stepping down, Tony Romo's ongoing DUI fallout, President Trump's latest cabinet meeting, and newly released Newsom tax returns.They wrap the week with Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know (But Probably Missed), featuring bizarre stories involving an overdue library book returned 150 years late, a politician who accidentally read his ChatGPT prompt aloud, a Guinness World Record attempt gone wrong, and several truly unbelievable Florida-style headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Newsom's Character Test
HOUR 1 (07/30) – Gary & Shannon discuss President Trump's military response to Iran and whether the strikes will bring Tehran back to the negotiating table or further escalate tensions.They also examine the renewed scrutiny surrounding Gavin Newsom's decades-old affair and what it says about character, accountability, and a potential 2028 presidential campaign, react to new allegations against Jared Leto, and check in with Amy King for the latest update on Jackie the eagle's recovery and the speculation surrounding Shadow's love life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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954
We're Tired of These Monkeyfighting Snakes
HOUR 2 (07/30) – Gary & Shannon debate whether harm reduction policies have gone too far as cities struggle to balance compassion, addiction, and public safety. They also discuss Los Angeles' earthquake preparedness, the challenges facing California's wine industry, listeners react to leprosy-carrying armadillos in Florida, and the hour wraps with an unforgettable conversation about California's active rattlesnake season and why those viral "combat dancing" snakes are absolutely terrifying.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Who Really Controls Your Car?
HOUR 3 (07/30) – Gary & Shannon cover the day's biggest stories in #WhatsHappening and #SwampWatch, including the latest on Iran, renewed scrutiny surrounding Gavin Newsom's resurfaced affair, Boyle Heights as schools prepare to reopen, Southern California's returning heatwave, and lightning-fueled wildfires in the Pacific Northwest. They also discuss why more college students are choosing to live in retirement communities and debate whether today's connected vehicles give automakers and lenders too much control after a viral video claimed a Ford Bronco was remotely disabled over a missed payment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Newsom's Scandal Playbook
HOUR 1 (07/29) – Gary & Shannon examine how Gavin Newsom and his team continue responding to renewed scrutiny after a revealing new essay from his former affair partner reignited questions about accountability, media coverage, and whether the controversy could follow him into a potential 2028 presidential campaign.They also discuss Tony Romo's DUI bodycam footage, Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment during a Congressional hearing, Iran's overnight attack prompting joint U.S.-Saudi retaliation, Europe's growing wildfire crisis, encouraging news for monarch butterflies, and how one college professor exposed widespread AI cheating.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Psychology of Cults
HOUR 2 (07/29) – Gary & Shannon explore the psychology behind cults with cult expert and former Moonies member Dr. Steven Hassan, discussing who is most vulnerable to recruitment, the warning signs of coercive control, why intelligent people can be drawn into cults, and how social media is reshaping modern influence.They also discuss Colorado's water restrictions fueling neighborhood tensions, another frightening close call in the skies as the FAA investigates a near miss between two Delta jets, the temporary American Airlines ground stop, Qantas' ambitious 22-hour Project Sunrise flight, and whether cult-like behavior is becoming more visible online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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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