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Gary and Shannon

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)

Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn"t) weekdays 9am-1pm

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28:30

SwampWatch, Smart Tech & LAFD Palisades Fire

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/20

From AI-generated podcasts to Alexa+ and a major Palisades fire update, we cover the politics, tech, and L.A. news you need today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:49

Hollywood Shake-Up, SoCal Mosquitos & Holiday Meal...

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/20

In today’s #WhatsHappening: a new weather shift is on the way, Warner Bros. prepares an auction that could reshape Hollywood, and dengue is detected in a SoCal mosquito. Plus—McDonald’s drops Grinch-themed fries, listeners share their Holiday Meal Game Plans, and in #StrangeScience we explore an unexpected question: how long has humanity actually been kissing?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:50

The Epstein Files: What’s REALLY Coming Today 👀

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/19

Gary opens the show solo with a birthday shoutout to his now–26-year-old son before diving headfirst into the looming release of the Epstein Files. He breaks down today’s presser from FBI Director Kash Patel and AG Pam Bondi, the exemptions raising eyebrows, and Larry Summers’ embarrassing Epstein-linked scandal that led to his resignation from the OpenAI board.NewsNation’s White House Correspondent Libbey Dean joins with what to expect from the release, and Gary closes the

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27:55

The Newsom Mess: Fallout Everywhere 🔥

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/19

Gary teams up with KFI’s Michael Monks for a fiery hour, starting with Thanksgiving traffic misery across LA and quickly jumping into a political thunderstorm.They break down the FBI’s reported monitoring of Newsom’s campaign, the indictment tied to his former chief of staff, and why the fallout may hit Xavier Becerra even harder.Then it’s the escalating Larry Summers mess, billionaire Tom Steyer launching his governor bid by dropping “bull s&t” in the first

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29:47

Ted Cruz’s Podcast Takeover & NASA’s Strange New...

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/19

Gary kicks off with #SwampWatch as he breaks down the day’s political shake-ups, including a major DOJ admission that the full Comey indictment wasn’t even shown to the grand jury, a move that could blow up the case entirely.He then dives into Ted Cruz’s skyrocketing podcast, now pulling in over 2 million downloads per month and positioning him as a real 2028 contender.NASA enters the chat with new 3I/ATLAS updates after a Harvard astronomer flagged 12 strange anomalies, and Gary

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29:28

Space Drama, Airport Bars & Binge-Worthy TV 📺

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/19

Gary kicks off Hour 4 with a packed #WhatsHappening: Chinese astronauts stranded in space, an LA singer named a murder suspect, NVIDIA’s earnings drop, the delayed jobs report, and the DOT telling parents to keep their kids under control on flights.Washington Post travel writer Natalie Compton joins to break down her viral “15 Definitive Rules for Airport Bars,” then it’s #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Gary dives into Netflix’s massive debut ofThe Beast in Meand the return

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26:45

Epstein Files D-Day

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/18

Gary goes solo as the House prepares for the high stakes vote to release the Epstein files. He breaks down the political fallout, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s escalating fight with President Trump, and why Democrats think the release could damage Trump. Plus, The Hill’s Amie Parnes joins to explain the key players, and Gary ends the hour with the shocking revelation about former Clinton official Larry Summers and his ties to Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:20

Whole Foods Has Gone Full Robot 🤖🥬

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/18

Gary dives into SoCal’s relentless rain before breaking down the political shockwave from the indictment of Newsom’s former chief of staff, and how it’s spilling into Xavier Becerra’s run for governor. Then he unpacks the “Amazonification” of Whole Foods, revealing how robotic warehouses and off-shelf items are reshaping the grocery game. Finally, Gary turns to listener talkbacks to ask:Should workers ever be reachable after hours anymore?See

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28:36

Why Our Phones Are Making Us Dumb 📉

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/18

Gary opens with a wild #SwampWatch: Congress inches toward releasing the Epstein files, Trump spars with reporters mid-flight on Air Force One, and a judge halts Texas redistricting in a move echoing California’s battles. Then we dive into the shooter who targeted President Trump, his bizarre online footprint, and the many warnings people missed.Gary closes with the newIntelligencerpiece arguing humanity may have peaked intellectually… and how the smartphone has turned into a

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30:28

From Epstein to Diddy to Murdaugh 🔎

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/18

In #WhatsHappening it’s: new charges against Diddy after an LA County Sheriff’s probe, Texas redistricting chaos, and the House passing the Epstein Transparency Act.Listeners chime in with their wild “after-hours” work contact stories, then it’s #TrueCrimeTuesday with a major Murdaugh update: Alex’s former nanny now says she believes he didkill Maggie and Paul.Gary wraps with ABC’s Alex Stone on the surge of burglars targeting athletes and TV stars while

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29:23

Rain & “Window Seat” Rage ☔✈️

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/17

Gary & Shannon kick off a soggy Monday celebrating the brief break in SoCal’s downpour before bracing for more rain ahead. Gary shares his two-hour battle with a clogged drain, while Shannon highlights how parts of Long Beach literally turned into canals. Then, they dig into President Trump’s surprising call to release the Epstein files — and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s continued turn on him.Theyalso cover Reverend Jesse Jackson’s recovery, the FAA lifting flight

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26:37

The $1.5B Traffic Fix

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/17

Gary & Shannon break down LAX’s$1.5 billionplan to “reduce” traffic — and question whether it can actually get done before the Olympics.Then they dive into the indictment of Newsom’s former chief of staff and the surprising tie to Activision Blizzard, Shannon shares a big moment of perspective from her Chargers weekend, and the O.J. Simpson estate re-enters the headlines in a major way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:35

Swalwell for Gov?!

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/17

Gary & Shannon break down the latest #SwampWatch bombshells — including Eric Swalwell eyeing a run for California governor and President Trump’s sudden pivot on the Epstein files. Then they dive into Time Magazine’s claim that the best years of your life may still be ahead, the rising cost (and rising family drama) of Thanksgiving turkeys, and why begging for five-star reviews might actually backfire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:38

Yamamoto’s New Dog & The $1 Menu Crisis

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/17

Gary & Shannon kick off the final hour with the “work-from-home hangover” — how pandemic habits collided with a reluctant return-to-office generation. Then it’s #WhatsHappening: more Southern California storms on the way, Trump’s public split from Marjorie Taylor Greene, GameStop’s wild “trade anything” event, the FAA finally clearing up the flight mess, and Dodgers MVP Yamamoto adopting an adorable shelter pup named Carlos. They break down Week 11

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15:40

GAS Weekend Fix: Who Are You Dreaming About?

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/15

On this episode of the GAS weekend fix, Gary and Shannon divulge some of their weirdest dreams - who they've had crushes on, and why you should keep things to yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:06

Luchador Live & California’s Map Fight

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/14

Broadcasting live from Luchador Brewing Company in Chino Hills, Gary hosts with help from Michael Monks and a remote check-in from Shannon. Plus, the Justice Department now backs the lawsuit challenging California’s redrawn House districts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:16

Epstein Files, AI Secrets & TikTok Trouble

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/14

The Epstein files could be fully released as early as next week. We dig into a new study analyzing 47,000 ChatGPT conversations to reveal what people are really using AI for. Plus, a TikTok influencer is ordered to pay $1.75 million for destroying a manager’s marriage, and California’s graduation rates are rising much faster than actual student learning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:39

#SwampWatch, Real Estate & Brews

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/14

In today’s #SwampWatch, Gary kicks things off live from News & Brews. Justin Worsham joins the show to talk real estate and plenty of fun from the event. Plus, Luchador Brewing co-founder Jaime Benson stops by to share the story behind the brewery and preview this weekend’s big community event Hops in the Hills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:37

Colorless Chips, Courtroom Chaos & Nuggets You Need

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/14

In today’s #WhatsHappening: Cheetos and Doritos are going naked — new versions without their iconic orange dust hit stores next month. Plus, the suspect in the Encino killings of an American Idol music supervisor and her husband is ruled incompetent to stand trial. Then we roll into Gas Fantasy 4 Play, What You Learned, and Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:05

Shutdown Ends, Obesity Rises, Intimacy Falls

Gary and Shannon ·

2025/11/13

The U.S. government finally reopens after the longest shutdown in history — but at what cost? The CDC reports that over 42% of Americans over 20 are now obese, and a new study reveals how antidepressants are taking a serious toll on the younger generation’s sex lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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