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The Bill Handel Show

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)www.iheart.com
Bill Handel is heard live Monday-Friday from 6-9am on KFI AM 640. His syndicated show, Handel on the Law, airs every Saturday from 8-11 a.m.
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Episodes

Super Bowl Ticket Prices | Starbucks Customers Complaining

Super Bowl ticket prices are falling - along with interest in the game. The last days of American orange juice. Starbucks baristas are already complainging about doodling on your cup. Gym regulars can't wait for your New Years resolution to end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 07, 202525 min

Handel on the News

(Friday 02/07/25) Amy King and Neil Saavedra joins\ Bill for Handel on the News. Federal judge delays Trump administration’s buyout deadline for federal workers. Ippei Mizuhara sentences to 57 months for stealing from Shohei Ohtani. Billabong, Quiksilver and Volcom stores to close in the US, blaming fast-fashion rivals. Nissan set to step back from merger with Honda, sources say. Columbian president says cocaine ‘no worse than whiskey.’ Key safety system off in Army helicopter that collided with...

Feb 07, 202529 min

‘How to Money’ with Joel Larsgaard | Private Prisons Ready to Cash In

Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss Trump’s economic impact, restaurants raising prices, and Robinhood no longer offering Super Bowl betting. Biden promised, but failed, to end federal use of private prisons. And that has left the industry ready to cash in big under Trump. Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ on KFI joins the show to speak on Alec Baldwin’s new reality show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 06, 202524 min

Google Distances Themselves from DEI | California EV Sales

KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker speaks on the latest out of the Oval Office. Google joins the list of companies distancing themselves from DEI. California EV sales flat in 2024. Can Newsom’s mandate be met? Researchers tested sandboxes and street dust for lead after Eaton Fire… Here’s what they found. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 06, 202523 min

Handel on the News

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump aides defend Gaza takeover proposal but walk back some elements. Dairy herds in Nevada test positive for newer bird flu strain that’s been linked to severe human infections. Elon Musk’s DOGE scrutinizes Medicare, Medicaid systems. L.A City Council panel rejects rent freeze, advances eviction protections. Newsom visits DC to secure additional funding for LA wildfire recovery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 06, 202530 min

NFL Drops ‘End Racism’ | ‘Medical News’ with Dr. Jim Keany

NFL drops ‘End Racism’ from the Super Bowl end zones… but why? CAL FIRE firefighters could become year-round employees, new bill proposes. Dr. Jim Keany, Co-Director of the Emergency Room at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about long-COVID, ADHD and life expectency, and RFK Jr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 05, 202523 min

Handel on the News

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Allies, adversaries reject Trump’s suggestion for US ‘takeover’ of Gaza Strip. Bodies of all victims have been recovered from river where jet collided with Blackhawk. CIA sends ‘buyout’ offers to entire workforce. With support of pivotal senator, panel backs Kennedy as Health Secretary. USPS temporarily suspends accepting packages from China and Hong Kong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 05, 202529 min

‘Tech Tuesday’ with Rich DeMuro | Los Angeles Fires Debris Issues

KFI tech reporter and host of ‘Rich on Tech’ Rich DeMuro joins the show to talk about CVS utilizing new tech for security and the Pebble Electric Travel Trailer. How fast can Los Angeles get rid of all the debris from the fires? Aspirin parents have a new DNA test to obsess over. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 04, 202526 min

‘A Day Without Immigrants’ | State Farm Seeking Emergency Rate Increase

(February 04,2025) Businesses close, children skip school for ‘A Day Without Immigrants.’ 2.2BIL gallons of water flowed out of California reservoirs. State Farm seeks emergency rate increase averaging 22% after L.A. fires. Roughly a third of wildfire arsonists are connected to fire service, investigator says. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 04, 202526 min

Handel on the News

(February 04,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump says he agreed to pause tariffs on Mexico and Canada for one month. China hits back as Trump’s tariffs go into effect. Netanyahu blows past ceasefire talks deadline to confer with Trump. FDA elevates risk… what to know. Protests held across SoCal as part of a nationwide ‘Day Without Immigrants’ movement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 04, 202529 min

World Cup and L.A Olympics | Love & Relationships

(February 03, 2025) \World Cup and L.A Olympics could lose millions over visa delays. Roughly a third of wildland arsonists are connected to fire service, investigators say. Americans are falling out of love with relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 03, 202522 min

Tariff Wars | Mexico Delays Tariffs

(February 03, 2025) Trump says Americans could feel ‘some pain’ from tariffs as he threatens more import taxes. Bill's business partner Saville Kellner joins the show to speak on how tariffs are impacting their small business. Mexico’s President Sheinbaum says tariffs will be delayed for one month and will send 10,000 troops to the border. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 03, 202527 min

Handel on the News

(February 03, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump says Americans could feel ‘some pain’ from tariffs as he threatens more import taxes. Mexico and Canada order retaliatory tariffs on U.S. after Trump starts trade war. Thousands of anti-ICE protesters block 101 freeway. Streets in downtown Los Angeles. Work begins to remove wreckage from river. Senior USAID security officials put on leave after refusing Musk’s DOGE access to agency systems. See omnystudio.com/...

Feb 03, 202527 min

Foodie Friday with Neil Saavedra | Ask Handel Anything

(Friday 01/31/25) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about great appliances for the Super Bowl, a NEW footlong Oreo, and store private sales are up. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 202526 min

Trump vs DEI | Takeaways: Congressional Hearings

(Friday 01/31/25) Trump blames DEI hirings for Washington DC plane collision. Washington’s jam-packed airspace has prompted warnings for years. Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico are coming Saturday, and he’s deciding whether to tax their oil. 5 takeaways from the confirmation hearings for RFK Jr., Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 202522 min

Handel on the News

(Friday 01/31/25) Amy King and Neil Saavedra joins\ Bill for Handel on the News. Staffing at Reagan Washington National Airport air control tower was ‘not normal’ on night of collision: FAA. Safety raised as Delta, lobbyists sought more DCA flights last year. Stretch of L.A County beaches closed indefinitely due to fire debris. Senior FBI leaders ordered to retire, resign or be fired by Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 31, 202529 min

Crash Over Potomac River

Jay Ratliff fills us in on the latest news regarding the crash over Potomac River. Jim Keany joins the show to give a Doctors perspective on the tragic plane crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 202526 min

Takeaway from RFK Jr. First Confirmation Hearing

How To Money’s Joel Larsgaard joins Bill to talk about inflation and your savings account. Takeaway from RFK Jr. first confirmation hearing. My FM’s Valentine joins us to talk about fireaid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 202521 min

Handel on the News

Search underway after plane, helicopter crash in Potomac River. RFK Jr. clashes with Democrats over past comments about vaccines, abortion rights. Meta to Pay $25 Million to Settle 2021 Trump Lawsuit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 202530 min

Shrinking LAPD | Trump Tariffs

A slimmed down LAPD seems here to stay. Will the city still be safe? Trump’s tariffs could raise car prices at dealerships. Gym regulars can’t wait for you to quit your resolution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202525 min

Trump’s New Press Secretary | Judge Blocks Freeze on Federal Aid

KFI News White House correspondent Jon Decker joins the show to speak on Trump’s new press secretary. Judge temporarily blocks part of Trump administration’s plans to freeze federal aid. EPA’s plan to truck Eaton Fire debris to a park spurs strong backlash. RFK Jr. expected to face tough questions during conformation hearing today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202526 min

Handel on the News

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News, Judge temporarily blocks part of Trump administration’s plans to freeze federal aid. Newsom taps Magic, Wasserman, Walter to lead philanthropic L.A. fire recovery initiative. California water regulators deny Trump’s claim that US military ‘turned on the water’ in the state. 2025’Doomsday Clock’” This is how close we are to self-annihilation, scientists say. Trump say New Jersey drones were ‘authorized’ after suggesting Biden kept publi...

Jan 29, 202528 min

Scrutiny of Edison Tower

Video adds scrutiny of Edison tower as site where Eaton fire began. Demand for private fire hydrants soar after fires. What is Deepseek, the Chinese Ai Company Upending the stock Market. Growing number or care givers could collide with immigration crackdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202529 min

DeepSeek Ai vs Silicon Valley

Guest Rich Demuro joins the show to talk about DeepSeek Ai and what is means for Silicon Valley. CDC ordered to stop talking with WHO (World Health Organization) offices immediately. Do you have a favorite child? A new study might answer why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202523 min

Handel on the News

Michael Monks and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump Justice Department fires officials who assisted Jack Smith cases. Dr. Phil joins immigration authorities during ICE action in Chicago. Police respond to mystery behind viral ‘Help’ satellite images from downtown Los Angeles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202529 min

Pentagon: Pete Hegseth Takes Charge | Raw Milk

Trump’s priority to strengthen the U.S. military presence along the southern boarder and reviewing whether active-duty forces should be used for law enforcement which rarely is done. In a message to the force shortly after he was sworn in Saturday, Hegseth cited the challenges he sees ahead. Some are ones his predecessors also faced, such as reorienting the military from decades of a Mideast focus and better deterring China. Continued conflict in the region, including the October 2023 attack on ...

Jan 27, 202527 min

Trump’s Water Deliveries | Trump’s Blind Partisanship

In the new order, Trump cited the Los Angeles fires, even though the actions he is ordering, delivering more water from the federal Central Valley Project would primarily serve farms. Some presidents turn to think tanks to staff their administrations. Others turn to alumni of previous White Houses. Donald Trump has turned to Fox News to fill the ranks of his Cabinet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202525 min

Handel on the News

Michael Monks and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. DEA in LA says it’s cooperating with feds on immigration enforcement efforts. Four Israeli soldiers swapped for 200 Palestinians; North Gaza shut over hostage still held. White House backs off on Tariffs on Colombia after agreement on ‘unrestricted acceptance’ of migrants. There was a video added to scrutiny of Edison tower as site where Eaton fire began. Pres. Trump administration launches its immigration enforcement blitz in Chi...

Jan 27, 202529 min

Foodie Friday with Neil Saavedra | Ask Handel Anything

IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about 711 being the most popular grocery store in the US, Dollar Tree turquoise bowls, Lunar New Year treats at Disneyland, and a Costa Mesa staple restaurant opening in Los Angeles. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 202523 min
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