Gary And Shannon

The Dow is seeing red as the "Greenland or Bust" tariff threats send shockwaves through Wall Street. Gary and Shannon break down the economic fallout and the "billionaire exodus" triggered by California's new Tax Act. Plus, an Encino neighborhood is under siege, by mosquitoes. In this hour: Greenland Market Slide: The stock market tumbles while the world waits for the President’s live comments. Billionaire Exodus: Why the "Swamp" is fleeing California before the new tax laws even hit a vote. Encino Under Siege: Residents are being pushed to the brink by a relentless winter mosquito swarm. 4.9 Earthquake: KFI’s Debra Mark on the Coachella Valley shaker and the "thrill" of SoCal life. The Busfield Leak: Analyzing the audio that just complicated the Timothy Busfield case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is "What's up?" officially dead? Gary and Shannon break down the exhausting new trend of "Hot Take" dating and why courtship now requires a controversial opinion just to get a reply. Then, we head to the gridiron, is Las Vegas ready for the Mendoza Era? With Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza likely headed to the Raiders as the #1 pick, we ask if the "Sin City" vibe is actually a fit for the college superstar. In this hour: #SwampWatch: President Trump takes the mic live at the White House while the Dow continues its "Greenland Slide." The House Whisperer: A surprise walk-by from Dena Sharp to talk home trends. The $18 Mocktail: Why "Dry January" is suddenly more expensive than actually drinking. We look at the "Sober Curious" economics of 2026. Heismandoza to Vegas: Why the Raiders are betting the house on Indiana's golden boy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon shift from the #Swamp to the cell block for #TrueCrimeTuesday. We dive into the "Deadpool Killer" phenomenon and the disturbing new docu-series Handsome Devil. #WhatsHappening: Solar storms, Beckham family feuds, and the President’s surprise appearance in the briefing room. The Deadpool Killer: Why are women flooding a double-murderer’s prison inbox with raunchy requests to have his baby? Prison Video Leaks: Analyzing the "doctored" claims and the bizarre reality of groupies falling for a cold-blooded killer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary returns to the studio and breaks down his trip to baseball fantasy camp, from traveling while watching the 49ers and Eagles to stepping into the locker rooms and facilities of the San Diego Giants. He explains what fantasy camp actually involves. Shannon presses him on how competitive he really was and why a compliment from Giants great J.T. Snow made the experience a win.The hour turns emotional as Shannon reflects on the end of the 49ers season and the cycle of hope and heartbreak that comes with playoff losses. Gary connects that feeling to the psychology of gambling and believing in comebacks before the hour wraps with listener talk backs and a debate about tipping culture, including whether hotel housekeeping should always be tipped.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon dive headfirst into a surprisingly heated debate over whether hotel housekeeping should always be tipped, with listeners calling out Gary for knowing the etiquette and still choosing not to do it. Shannon presses him on why he keeps waffling, while Gary argues it is cultural, tied to visibility, and increasingly complicated by tipping expectations everywhere you turn.The conversation expands into Governor Gavin Newsom’s shifting political tone as he eyes a presidential run, including whether his social media presence is being driven more by activists than authenticity. The hour circles back to tipping as Board Wizard Elmer weighs in, listener talk backs roll in, and Shannon ultimately concedes there may be rare exceptions, while still arguing that hard working hotel staff should not be the ones paying the price for a broken tipping system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon open #SwampWatch with the day’s political headlines, including President Trump and Governor Newsom appearing in Davos, Newsom’s continued moderation as he moves closer to a presidential run, and Trump’s comments involving Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize.The hour then shifts to culture, as they break down how Gen Z is reshaping drinking habits, from fewer keg parties to the rise of GLP-1 drugs reducing interest in alcohol. The conversation widens to Matt Damon’s take on how streaming has changed movies and audience attention before wrapping with listener talk backs and a discussion on whether higher education and MBAs still deliver the return they once promised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon opens the hour reacting to the NFL’s wild season as coaching firings continue, markets respond to President Trump’s tariff threats, and major global headlines break from around the world.The conversation shifts to NFL divisional round drama, unexpected sick days, and Shannon’s emotional 49ers experience before Gary shares his cold plunge experiment, and a motivational reflection tied to J.T. Snow and the 2002 World Series. The show wraps with one of the strangest stories of the day, a killer elephant in India that has left more than 20 people dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon opens the show with breaking developments in the Nick Reiner case, explaining how his prior mental health conservatorship could shape an insanity defense and why it differs from other high-profile cases.The hour’s focus is a conversation with tech journalist and Waveform Podcast co-host David Imel from the MKBHD universe, who joins the show to break down Apple’s new deal with Google and what it means for your iPhone. David explains how a Google infused Siri could change the user experience, what Apple is signaling about the future of AI, and what users should realistically expect next. The hour also includes updates from Minneapolis and a look at Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s evolving strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Shannon and Michael discuss why so many people are leaving Los Angeles, breaking down the entertainment industry slowdown, the cost of living, and how difficult the city can be if you do not have money, with Michael reflecting on his own experience arriving as a transplant.The hour continues with NewsNation’s Lt. Gen. Richard Newton on protests in Iran and what U.S. support may actually mean, followed by AM570’s Matt “Money” Smith breaking down the college basketball betting scandal. They close with a conversation about stay at home sons, rising rent, and why leaving home can make you realize how good you once had it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Michael open with #SwampWatch and then play listener talk backs and respond to audience critiques.The hour’s focus is Your Weekend Entertainment Report with KFI’s Heather Brooker, who breaks down Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s new Netflix deal that rewards success, previews a new Jodie Foster film where she speaks French (it has subtitles), and sparring ensues as Heather and Michael trade jabs to close out the hour, with Shannon as referee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael and Shannon open the final hour with #What’sHappening, breaking down the day’s top stories including new details about Nick Reiner’s past conservatorship, unrest in Minneapolis, and the Dodgers landing Kyle Tucker.The hour continues with our NFL #Fantasy4Play as Shannon makes her picks for which four teams advance in the NFL divisional round. They close things out with Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know, featuring stories you probably missed, and What I Learned as listeners share their takeaways from the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon opens the show with returning guest host KTLA’s Andy Riesmeyer, bouncing from sleep experiments and thermostat politics to watching Euphoria for the first time and having an unexpected cultural realization.The hour continues with The Hill’s Julia Manchester on President Trump’s renewed Insurrection Act threats, followed by updates on NASA astronauts, rising grocery prices, a college basketball betting scandal, and the surprising moment Shannon and Andy become fans of the Jiangsu Dragons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Andy open the hour tackling LA County’s growing pothole problem and why it has become a symbol of city dysfunction. Michael Monks joins to break down a potential ballot measure that could raise sales taxes to fund fire departments, sparking a wider conversation about taxes, leadership, and why Southern California’s safety reputation lags behind other major cities. The hour continues with Wall Street Journal reporter Dean Seal, who shares what he learned talking to travelers about dressing better at airports, the decline of the jet-setter era, and how flying culture has changed. The hour wraps with listener talkbacks and reactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Andy kick off #SwampWatch with the day’s most urgent political headlines, including unrest in Minneapolis, President Trump’s renewed Insurrection Act threats, and growing Republican resistance to using military force to pursue Greenland. The hour then lightens with a conversation about the return of the Tea app and modern dating disasters, including Andy sharing one of his first LA dating stories. #TechTalk follows with Marc Saltzman breaking down CES standouts like robots and AI accessories, plus a Snowmageddon update from Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon closes the show with What’s Happening, breaking down a widening college basketball gambling scandal, new clarity around yesterday’s Verizon outage, and a New York City housing official going viral after comments about socialized housing.The hour continues with KFI’s Heather Brooker analyzing Ne-Yo’s unconventional relationship setup following his appearance on the Sherri Shepherd Show. Then it is time for Strange Science as Shannon dives into the world of mer-people and why identifying as a mermaid is gaining attention. The show wraps with breaking news involving Nick Reiner’s past involuntary mental health conservatorship and listener talk backs to close out the day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon opens the show with guest host KTLA’s Andy Riesmeyer, jumping from Owl City to Chargers frustration after a scoreless performance. Andy talks about settling into his Sunday show on KFI before Michael Monks checks in with updates on Greenland and what the White House’s rhetoric could mean. The hour continues with KFI’s Amy King, whose interest in a former Space Force general leads into a discussion about NASA’s early return of astronauts due to an undisclosed medical issue. They wrap with Terror in the Skies, reacting to a shocking Air Canada incident involving a ground crew member trapped in a cargo hold and Shannon’s reflections on flying with the Chargers as a team reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Gary away at MLB Fantasy Camp, Shannon and Andy open the hour talking adult camps that let men relive childhood dreams, how those experiences build instant community, and why making friends as an adult is harder than it looks. The hour continues with Bobby Livingston of RR Auction, who joins the show to talk about rare Steve Jobs and Apple memorabilia heading to auction. They wrap on a lighter note with an unexpectedly revealing conversation about sleep habits, including who sleeps naked and why the talkbacks took the discussion further than anyone anticipated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Andy open the hour with #SwampWatch, first reacting to reports of a Verizon outage and concerns about whether a wider telecom disruption could be coming, before shifting into the day’s biggest political headlines.The hour then turns to #Parenting as Justin Worsham joins the show, rainbow hair and all, to talk about scaling back school commitments, finding space for creativity in a world of constant stimulation, and how living in an age of instant gratification can create its own kind of manufactured anxiety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Andy open the hour with #WhatsHappening, breaking down the biggest stories of the day. They cover nationwide outages affecting major wireless carriers, escalating protests in Minneapolis following an ICE shooting, new legal developments tied to that case, rising tensions with Iran, Saks Fifth Avenue filing for bankruptcy, and Zoe Saldaña becoming the highest grossing actress of all time.The hour continues with discussion around Alan Jackson’s recent comments, how radio shows now think of themselves as podcasts first, and listener talk backs about sleep attire, including Debra Mark’s earthquake ready approach to sleeping in Southern California. They wrap the show with #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Andy and Shannon share what they are currently watching, from Euphoria to Netflix’s number one series His & Hers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Gary out, Michael Monks fills in and opens the show with a firsthand look at back-to-school traffic chaos after barely making it to the studio. He and Shannon debate whether Metro can actually beat driving and the added stress of commuting in a news vehicle. The hour lightens with Shannon praising Board Wizard Elmer’s meditation tapes before turning to politics, as she and Monks break down Governor Gavin Newsom’s opposition to a proposed wealth tax and what it signals about his economic stance. The show wraps with marriage and family therapist Caitlin Harrison, who explains how romance novels and BookTok culture are being used as tools for emotional connection and intimacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.