Episodes
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Joey McIntyre on Radio Galaxy, LA Comic Con is back, and Voter Confidence is Mixed Ahead of the Midterms
On this episode of KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, New Kids on the Block star Joey McIntyre joins the show to talk about returning to his theater roots in the new play Radio Galaxy at The Wallis in Beverly Hills. Plus, LA Comic Con CEO Chris DeMoulin says there's even more to geek out about at…
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LADWP Bill Shock, SoCal Wildfires & the Wild World of Buying a Car
Why are LADWP electric bills suddenly so outrageous? Heather Brooker breaks down what’s really driving those summer bills, including higher tiers and confusing adjustment charges. Plus, firefighters battle wildfires across Southern California. And why is buying a car so stressful? Heather shares...
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CatCon 2026, The Outsiders at the Pantages & LA’s Biggest Headlines
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (10/04) - Cats, Greasers and the biggest stories in SoCal! Heather Brooker previews CatCon 2026, goes backstage with the Tony-winning musical The Outsiders at the Hollywood Pantages, and catches you up on the headlines everyone’s talking about. It’s news…
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2026 Emmys Preview, AGT’s Daniel Alvarez & AI Weapons | KFI LIVE
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (09/13) - Heather Brooker gets you ready for the 2026 Emmy Awards with a look at the biggest races, predictions and stars to watch on TV’s biggest night. Plus, America’s Got Talent standout comedian Daniel Alvarez joins Heather to talk about his AGT journey, his…
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Bruce Campbell, The Mandalorian & Grogu and What Gen Z Really Thinks About Religion
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (09/06) - It’s a packed KFI Live with Heather Brooker! Bruce Campbell talks about his deeply personal new movie Ernie & Emma and why he’s taking Hollywood into his own hands. UCLA's Dr. Yalda Uhls breaks down new research on how Gen Z and Gen Alpha are approaching...
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$10 Hollywood Bowl Tickets, the Paramount Merger, ‘Dark Matter’ & Halloween Horror Nights
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (08/30) - It’s a packed KFI Live! We break down the L.A. Phil’s new plan to offer $10 Hollywood Bowl tickets to Medi-Cal and EBT cardholders. And LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger joins the show to talk about what’s at stake for Hollywood as the Paramount merger...
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Jakob Nowell on Sublime, Will Forte & Lana Condor Talk ‘Coyote vs. Acme’
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (08/23) - This week on KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, Sublime frontman Jakob Nowell opens up about carrying on his father Bradley Nowell’s legacy and the future of the iconic Southern California band. Plus, Will Forte and Lana Condor talk about the long-awaited…
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Rebuilding Altadena, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast & the Rise of AI Families
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (08/16) - On this episode of KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, we look at an innovative way to help Eaton Fire survivors get back home. Altadena Brick by Brick is launching its “Bust a Move” initiative, relocating houses that would otherwise be demolished onto...
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Wildfire-Smart Trees, a Hollywood Bowl Trailblazer & Downtown Burbank vs. L.A.
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (08/09) - Can planting the right trees actually help communities fight wildfire risk? On this episode of KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, Agoura Hills Mayor Jeremy Wolf explains how the city is reshaping its urban forest to create a more fire-resilient community. Plus,...
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Lineage Lawsuit Grows, Jared Leto Documentary, Puppet Up! & Spider-Man's Record Weekend
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (08/02) - The legal fallout from the Lineage Logistics warehouse fire continues as more residents file suit over alleged health impacts, pests and property damage. Plus, a new BBC documentary revisits sexual misconduct allegations against Jared Leto, which he...
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Teen Takeovers Across SoCal, Nurse John Makes Us Laugh, and Altadena Music Theatre is Back!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (07/26) - Teen takeover events are drawing thousands of young people across Southern California and raising serious safety concerns after violence and arrests. Heather Brooker breaks down what's driving the trend and how cities are responding. Plus, after losing…
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San Diego Comic-Con Preview, America's Best Coffee & an App Changing Lives
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (07/19) - This week on KFI Live with Heather Brooker, we're geeking out! San Diego Comic-Con spokesperson David Glanzer joins Heather for an inside look at this year's biggest panels, can't-miss exclusives and what fans can expect from the world's largest pop culture...
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Pro Volleyball Stars are in Long Beach, and LA's Professional Hater Ranks What He Hates Most about SoCal!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (07/12) - On this episode of KFI Live with Heather Brooker, Heather talks with professional volleyball player Alaina Chacon about playing on LA Launch and the excitement leading up to the Olympic Games. Then, LA's self-proclaimed "Professional Hater" joins the show…
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Altadena Rebuilding Update, GLP-1 Weight Loss Drug Scam Warnings & Fun Fourth of July American Trivia | KFI Live
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (07/05) - On this episode of KFI Live with Heather Brooker, we're celebrating Independence Day weekend with fun American history trivia while also tackling two important stories impacting Southern Californians. Altadena community leader Victoria Knapp joins us with…
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KFI Live: America Gives Back on July 4th, Supergirl Writer Ana Nogueira & This Week's Top Headlines
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (06/28) - This week on KFI Live, Heather Brooker sits down with former U.S. Treasurer and America250 Chair, Rosie Rios, to discuss the new America Gives initiative and how Americans can make a difference through service. And a special July 4th concert in LA that aims...
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Infant Mortality Hits Record Low, Cleaning Up L.A. Rivers Before LA28 & The Creator Economy Boom
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (06/21) - Happy Father's Day! On this episode of KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, we explore encouraging new data showing infant mortality rates in the U.S. have reached a historic low. Then, we talk with leaders from The Ocean Cleanup about their ambitious efforts to...
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Kids Reading Crisis, America 250 Family Fun & The Movie Poster Artist Who Met Spielberg
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (06/14) - Why are so many kids struggling to read? Heather digs into the literacy challenge facing families today. Plus, ideas for celebrating America's 250th birthday with your kids, and the inspiring story of local artist Neemz Nakhshab, aka The Movie Poster Guy,...
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California Superintendent Race Explained, Cookies for Campers & A Hobbit Midsummer
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (06/06) - Candidates, cookies, and a trip to Middle earth! On this episode of KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker, Kym Renner, sister of MCU actor Jeremy Renner, joins us to discuss the RennerVation Foundation's Cookies for Campers campaign. The fundraiser is helping…
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California Primary Countdown: Villaraigosa's Path Forward, AI Election Bots & The Issues Voters Are Missing
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (05/30) - With California's primary election just days away, KFI Live dives into the races and issues shaping the state's political future. Former Los Angeles Mayor and gubernatorial candidate Antonio Villaraigosa joins Heather to discuss his campaign, lagging poll...
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Hollywood Fringe, LACHSApalooza & Summer Blockbusters
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (05/24) - This week on KFI Live with Heather Brooker, Heather takes a look at the business and buzz behind Southern California’s summer entertainment season. From the launch of the Hollywood Fringe Festival and student performances at LACHSApalooza to the biggest...
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E-Bike Safety Crackdown, Menopause Drug Shortage & Star Wars Buzz
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (05/17) - On this episode of KFI Live with Heather Brooker, we break down Southern California’s growing e-bike epidemic and the crackdown on dangerous riding. Plus, many women are struggling to access critical menopause medications amid an ongoing estrogen patch and...
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Happy Mother's Day! + D-Line Grand Opening + Cinerama Dome
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (05/10) - Happy Mother's Day! Our listeners chime in with the best Mother's Day advice they've ever had. And we're taking a closer look at the number of crime guns sold at Turner's Outdoorsman based on a recent report from the California Department of Justice....
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Kenneth Mejia on LA Spending + SAG Deal, Netflix Is A Joke Fest
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (05/03) - Breaking news and big conversations shaping Los Angeles and Hollywood this week on KFI Live with Heather Brooker. Los Angeles City Controller Kenneth Mejia joins the show to talk about government accountability, oversight, and how taxpayer dollars are being...
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What happened at the White House Correspondents' Dinner? And Matt Mahan's Plan for Hollywood
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (04/26) - It is a busy Sunday. Heather Brooker brings you the latest reactions and info from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner shooting with a timeline of events. Plus, San Jose Mayor and Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Matt Mahan joins the show…
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Jennie Garth + Supporting Education + Fan Fest Nights
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (04/19) - Heather is covering everything from classrooms to confidence to Comic-Con-style fun. Education leader and CA Superintendent candidate Sonja Shaw joins the show to talk about the high-stakes race for California Superintendent. Then, actress and author Jennie...
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LAUSD Strike Showdown, The Vertical Summit Is Coming & Let's Wiggle Waggle Walk!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (04/12) - LAUSD may be on the brink of a strike, but is a last-minute deal enough to keep schools open? We break down what’s been agreed to and what still needs to happen. Plus, a look inside the first-ever Vertical Summit hosted by Zak Barnett Studios, and a…
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Happy Easter from KFI Live!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (04/05) - On this episode of KFI Live, Heather Brooker is feeling extra blessed this Easter season. She shares a personal message and a new perspective about family and gratefulness. Also, why is everything in LA broken? Nick Caputo from Livable Advanced LA joins the...
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Bachelor Nation Bombshell & Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Buzz + Ren Faire Preview
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (03/29) - Reality TV is making headlines for all the wrong and surprising reasons. On this episode of KFI Live, Heather Brooker sits down with Reality Life podcast host Kate Casey to break down the shocking cancellation of The Bachelorette and the fallout surrounding...
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Congratulations to KFI!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (03/22) - Heather recaps all the KFI wins from Saturday night's Radio and Television News Association Golden Mike Awards - including winning two awards herself for Best Podcast and the inaugural June Lockhart Radio Entertainment Reporting Award! KFI walked away with…
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The 98th Academy Awards Are Here!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (03/15) - It is Oscars Weekend! Heather breaks down all the nominations and anticipation on who gets to take home the Golden Award this year. Marcus Jones from IndieWire joins the show to give us a closer look at what to expect. Plus, Heather talks about the Home...
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Heather Debuts Her Weekend Radio Show!
KFI Live with Heather Brooker (03/08) - KFI's entertainment reporter Heather Brooker has a new show on Sunday's, and although it is only for an hour, she has a lot she wants to talk about!