AI Video Of Slain Brother To Address His Killer In Court
Cardinal Prevost becomes the first American pope, choosing the name Leo XIV. Sister creates AI video of slain brother to address his killer in court.
May 08, 2025•30 min
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Decoding the Chemistry of the Vatican's Smoke Signals
#WHATSHAPPENING – California gas prices could reach $8 a gallon by 2026, new study suggests / Teacher/Nurse Stonefire gift card giveaway / #STRANGESCIENCE – The science behind the smoke that signals selection of new pope
May 08, 2025•28 min
Catholic Cardinals Meet To Elect Next Pope
Catholic cardinals meet to elect next pope. Pakistan decries ‘act of war’ as it retaliates against India missile attack. Failed Soviet-era spacecraft expected to crash back to Earth within days.
May 07, 2025•30 min
REAL ID Is Now Required For Air Travel In America
REAL ID is now required for air travel in America. These Chinese-made products could soon be hard to find in the U.S. Councilmember Blumenfield and LA Zoo CEO fight over fate of two elephants. Time-restricted ‘smart’ toilets arrive in Long Beach.
May 07, 2025•33 min
#SWAMPWATCH | #PARENTING
#SWAMPWATCH / WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy Amid Wave of New Weight-Loss Methods / #PARENTING – 2.1 kids per woman might not be enough for population survival, new research reveals / What is the 7-7-7 rule of effective parenting?
May 07, 2025•29 min
Black Smoke, No Pope
#WHATSHAPPENING / Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by former housekeepers / #WHATCHAWATCHING
May 07, 2025•31 min
High Stakes & High Altitudes: Carney at the White House, Aviation Turbulence, and Met Gala Buzz
Canada’s Carney is making a high-stakes visit to the White House, where the stakes have never been higher. Meanwhile, the race to fix air traffic control is heating up, with concerns growing about our aviation systems. Additionally, this year's Met Gala has prompting excitement and speculation, while Halle Berry finds herself under the watchful eye of social media as she navigates public scrutiny.
May 06, 2025•26 min
Deals, Drama, and Soaring Hopes: Hollywood Money, Firehouse Fallout, and Nature's Comeback
Governor Newsom is urging former President Trump to collaborate on a $7.5 billion tax credit for Hollywood. Meanwhile, top officers from the Los Angeles Fire Department union have been suspended after an audit revealed $800,000 in questionable credit card expenditures. In Altadena, trees that were burned in a recent fire are given a second life as locally sourced lumber. Now nine weeks old, Big Bear eaglets Sunny and Gizmo are approaching the point where they might soon be able to fly on their o...
May 06, 2025•23 min
#SwampWatch
Gary and Shannon are reporting the latest news from Washington, D.C. Carney stated that Canada is "not for sale" after Trump proposed making it the 51st state during an Oval Office meeting. Zuckerberg's new Meta AI app has taken a personal approach that some find unsettling. A study by UNLA discovered a new method for treating and preventing autism. Additionally, near-death experiences significantly alter individuals' perspectives on their careers.
May 06, 2025•24 min
#WhatsHappening | Giveaway | #TrueCrimeTuesday
Let's go over #WhatsHappening! Trump is talking about making Canada the 51st State in the United States, a DUI killing didn't get charged with murder, a hidden camera in a bathroom at a dance studio, a new city in California named Mountain House, and get your Real ID soon. #TrueCrimeTuesday
May 06, 2025•23 min
Popcorn, Tariffs & Prison Bars: Trump, Alcatraz, and the Movie Biz
Let’s dive into the captivating world of film tariffs! This discussion promises to shed light on how these economic measures impact the film industry and influence the movies we love. In a surprising twist, Trump is looking to reopen Alcatraz, the infamous island prison, after more than six decades! It’s a bold move that’s bound to spark conversations and intrigue across the nation. What could this mean for the historic site and its legacy?
May 05, 2025•28 min
Dark Turns: Death, Disappearance, and the Naked Truth
Paramedics vividly recounted the harrowing scene after the lifeless body of John O'Keefe was discovered at 34 Fairview in Karen Read Trail. In a separate startling incident, a naked inmate caused quite a stir at the Men's Central Jail in Los Angeles County, leaving everyone bewildered. Meanwhile, a remarkable twist in a decades-long mystery has emerged: 82-year-old Audrey Backeberg, who vanished without a trace in July 1962 at just 20 years old, has finally been found living out of state. Howeve...
May 05, 2025•22 min
#SwampWatch
Gary and Shannon are delivering the latest news from Washington, D.C., covering topics such as NFL Draft drama, Alcatraz in Law & Order, and the importance of upholding the Constitution. They also explore the question: Is pop culture in a terminal decline? Additionally, they invite listeners to share their thoughts on what questions to ask on a first date through their Talkbacks.
May 05, 2025•30 min
#WhatsHappening | #TerrorInTheSkies | #MotivationalMonday
Let's go over #WhatsHappening! Movie tariffs, Diddy trial, severe weather, self-checkout removed at Target, Mayor Bass's pay cut, and a reality show about a conclave? The return of the landline: Kids use old-school technology to learn basic telephone etiquette. #TerrorInTheSkies and #MotivationalMonday.
May 05, 2025•19 min
GAS WEEKEND FIX: Double Hams and Cracking the Happiness Code
Flourishing or Floundering? Gary and Shannon dive into the science of human well-being with a quirky bio-statistician who's trying to put numbers to happiness! Discover why community matters more than your smartphone, why young adults are struggling, and why Indonesians might just have the secret to stress-free living. Packed with laughs, pop culture references, and surprising insights, this weekend fix will make you rethink what it means to truly thrive. Love the show? Don’t forget to like, sub...
May 03, 2025•17 min
Tariffs Are On - What Costs More?
Tariffs are on: What costs more? Trump signs order that aims to cut funding to NPR, PBS. Conclave Chimneys. Terror In The Skies!
May 02, 2025•26 min
Donkey Roundup Rocking SoCal
Former CHP Captain Sexually Abused Flight Attendants. The Donkey Roundup Rocking a Southern California Community. Locked Door in 200 year old home.
May 02, 2025•28 min
#SwampWatch
#Swampwatch – Purge of WH staff / Trump b-day plans / No More Vets Day – ‘Victory Day for WW1’. Ozempic killed the body positive movement. Real ID updates. Rust Reviews are in: Hard to Watch.
May 02, 2025•28 min
#Whatshappening | #Entertainment
#Whatshappening / #Entertainment - Heather Brooker - Marvel Thunderbolts, Look ahead to Memorial Day Weekend Box Office. / #WhatILearned/ #NNNTNK
May 02, 2025•38 min
Mike Waltz To Exit Trump White House
Mike Waltz to exit Trump White House weeks after Signal chat fiasco. Trump says US kids may get ‘two dolls instead of 30. Harris Returns to Political Life, Warning of a Constitutional Crisis. Kamala Harris mocked over bizarre Doritos word salad during speech about AI: ‘Three wines deep’.
May 01, 2025•29 min
Overhaul The LAPD, In This Economy?
Overhaul the LAPD, in this economy? Questions surround chief’s plan amid budget crunch. L.A. lifeguards taking mental health leave as beach algae bloom takes toll. They came to L.A. for the Hollywood dream, then shot to stardom as ‘Girls Gone Bible’. Baseball fan falls from the stands in Pittsburgh
May 01, 2025•28 min
#SWAMPWATCH | #TECHTALK
#SWAMPWATCH – Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz and his deputy to leave posts in White House / All of Trump’s Tacky and Trollish White House Renovations #TECHTALK w/ Marc Saltzman: What is Meta AI? App launches, rivaling ChatGPT / Visa Gives AI Agents ‘Intelligent Commerce’ Superpowers. Staying in is in!
May 01, 2025•33 min
#WHATSHAPPENING | #STRANGESCIENCE
#WHATSHAPPENING / The great conclave secret: What do would-be popes eat? #STRANGESCIENCE – Junk food is making us forget our memories
May 01, 2025•30 min
Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll
Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll. Pakistan claims it has ‘credible intelligence’ India will strike within 36 hours. Runaway kangaroo on the loose named Sheila shuts down Alabama interstate. The Cross Returns as a Style Choice in Jewelry.
Apr 30, 2025•30 min
O.C. Man Guilty In Murder Of Ex-Girlfriend
O.C. man guilty in murder of ex-girlfriend captured on her best friend’s voicemail. Monster quake could sink swath of California, dramatically heightening flood risk. LA City changing film permits. Caveman Skincare.
Apr 30, 2025•29 min
#SWAMPWATCH | #PARENTING
#SWAMPWATCH / Netflix CEO says Movie theaters are ‘Outdated’ / #PARENTING –Want to Raise Successful Kids? Cognitive Research Says Work on This 1 Key Emotion / Research Shows Reading is More Important for Our Kids Than You Ever Imagined.
Apr 30, 2025•34 min
#WHATSHAPPENING | #WHATCHAWATCHING
#WHATSHAPPENING – 4 dead in Pennsylvania as severe weather hits from Texas to New York / How much would you pay for Gary’s shoes? / #WHATCHAWATCHING
Apr 30, 2025•32 min
Europe Goes Dark, and CDs & DVDs Make a Shocking Comeback
The FBI has been conducting lie detector tests as part of their ongoing investigations to ensure the accuracy of testimonies. Recently, a significant power outage affected Europe, leading to disruptions in daily activities, and not sure why it happened. Additionally, KFI radio host Michael Monks has been discussing the implications of recent labor strikes in Los Angeles, which have had a considerable impact on various industries. In a surprising turn of events, there seems to be a resurgence in ...
Apr 29, 2025•26 min
#Breakdown | #TerrorInTheSkies
Amazon faces challenges with auto tariffs and decreased imports from Asia, seeing a 35% drop. We will discuss the recent Palisades test fires and our ongoing issues of #TerrorInTheSkies, along with an unusual topic: poop.
Apr 29, 2025•25 min
#SwampWatch | #Wellness
Gary and Shannon are bringing you the latest news from Washington, D.C in #SwampWatch. Trump's first 100 days will test the future of both the Republican and Democratic parties.TikTok Enema Trend. #WELLNESS: Waking up at 4 a.m. is not just for CEOs anymore. Eating ultraprocessed foods increases the risk of premature death. Champagne may protect the heart from cardiac arrest.
Apr 29, 2025•27 min
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