(Friday 03/07/25) Court-ordered audits finds major flaws in L.A’s homeless services. Looking for a ‘gently used’ car in 2025? Good luck. The age of anti-woke overreach. US butterfly population down 22% in 2 decades, report finds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 03/07/25) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. US expands exemptions to Canada and Mexico tariffs. ‘Major powers should not bully the weak’, China foreign minister says. Trump preparing to sign order to dismantle Education Department. Gavin Newsom opposes trans-athletes in women’s sports. Trump administration ordered to pay debts to USAID partners by Monday. South Carolina man Brad Sigmon is set to become the first murderer executed by firing squad in 15 years. Se...
(March 06, 2025) Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss the tariffs leading to 'doom spending.', student loan borrowers aren't doing so hot right now as the SAVE Plan has been in legal limbo, and we’re getting an affordability czar. Justice Department launches probe into antisemitism allegations at UC. Looking for a ‘gently used’ car in 2025? Good luck with that! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(March 06, 2025) Meltdowns, nightmares and regressions: The L.A. fires are taking a traumatic toll on kids. A pair of rulings have exposed deep divisions on the Supreme Court. Buy yourself a golden passport! Citizenship at this beautiful island can be purchased.401k hardship hits record high: Foreclosures, home repairs drive Americans to tap into retirement savings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 06, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release all hostages in Gaza, as US holds direct talks with Hamas. L.A County sues Southern California Edison over Eaton Fire. Europe’s leaders are meeting for another crucial Ukraine summit. Can they seize momentum back from Trump? Federal judge blocks funding cuts to medical research. CDC rescinds termination notice, calls about 180 fired employees back. Trump grants one-month ...
A nuclear power revival brings back an old problem: What to do with the waste. Trump says tariffs will stop when opioid deaths fall. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about different styles of... death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 05, 2025) Takeaways from Trump’s speech to Congress. Fact checking “billions of dollars in fraud.” Trump mentioned Greenland last night… Greenland has the makings of a mining boom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 05, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Democrat removed from House chamber after disrupting Trump's speech to Congress. Former Fire Chief Kritin Crowley loses her bid to ger her job back. Trump says Zelenskyy wants peace and is ready to accept minerals deal. US aviation safety ‘no longer the gold standard,’ according to statements at House hearing. Egypt’s Gaza plan excludes Hamas from future governance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(March 04,2025) KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Google’s New Privacy Tool, Solar-Powered Laptop, and the newly announced Crypto Reserve. A Fyre Festival sequel? What could go wrong? Gen Z men are turning to the kitchen instead of college. They can make $170,000 without the burden of a student loan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 04,2025) China puts tariffs on U.S farm goods, blacklists American companies. Trump’s first address of his second term to joint session of Congress. Fired LAFD Chief will appeal to LA City Council today. Karen Bass received weather warnings before she flew to Ghana. Jeff Bezos taking criticism for pushing Washington Post to promote ‘personal liberties and free markets.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 04,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports will start Tuesday. China and Canada immediately retaliate against US tariffs. Trump’s first address of his second term to joint session of Congress. US pauses military aid to Ukraine, says White House. Aides to Karen Bass received weather warnings before she flew to Ghana. ‘Gladiator fights’ between minors at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
(March 03, 2025) Home-selling season starts after L.A wildfires… and there is demand. Dead athletes, empty sands: Why are we paying billions to keep this sport alive? Changing tastes, cheap imports and looming Canadian boycott. A \perfect storm’ for California’s wine industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 03, 2025) Republicans in lockstep in criticism of Zelenskyy. Jeff Bezos overhauls Washington Post opinion section, says it will focus on 'personal liberties and free markets.’ Trump administration targets California law regarding Bird Flu. Facing early-onset Alzheimers, she fought for the right to plan her own death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(March 03, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Russia-Ukraine War: UK pledges export financing for Ukraine’s air defense. GOP Speaker Mike Johnson blasts Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Israel halts all aid to Gaza as ceasefire falters. Who won Oscars for 2025? Elon mUsk on Joe Rogan calls Social Security a Ponzi scheme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Subway bringing back $6.99 any footlongs, $1 egg McMuffins, Jack in the Box's Lucky Mint Trio, and Wendy's Frosty mix-ins. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan joins the show to speak on Gene Hackman and his wife’s death now deemed “suspicious.” Here’s the latest. Mass firings at NOAA ignites fury. Scientists worldwide worry there will be immediate harm to Americans. How Elon Musk is disrupting the traditional federal bureaucracy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 02/28/25) Amy King and Neil Saavedra joins\ Bill for Handel on the News. Former LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley appeals her dismissal. President Trump on calling Zelenskyy a dictator: ‘Did I Say that?’ Actor Gene Hackman and his wife were found dead in their home Wednesday under ‘suspicious’ circumstances… here’s what we know. NOAA fires about 800 employees, with more possible Friday. Fake ICE agents target Calif. Businesses for social media, police say. Meta apologizes for error that flooded...
Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss a new report highlighting some of the worst places to go when you need a loan, DOGE’s potential dividend, and why being a ‘loyal’ traveler doesn’t mean you’re saving. President Trump’s supporters among those losing U.S. jobs. Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ on KFI joins the show to talk about what you need to know about this weekend’s Oscars, from presenters to performers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(February 27, 2025) ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan joins the show to talk about famous Oscar winning actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead in their home. US Supreme Court likely to back straight woman in ‘reverse discrimination’ case. Killing 166 million birds hasn’t ended the Bird Flu crisis… is there a better way? Trump administration targets bird flu and California law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(February 27, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Oscar winner Gene Hackman and his wife found dead at home in New Mexico. First Measles death in Texas in ongoing outbreak was a child. California legislators propose bills to expand film tax credit program. Pentagon plans to remove transgender service member under new policy. Jeff Bezos announces a significant shift’ coming to the Washington Post. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(February 26, 2025) Why do women live longer than men? Amid budget chaos, more than 700 national park employees take buyout. L.A County Supervisors vote 5 to 0 to let Calabasas landfill accept more fire debris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(February 26, 2025) ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy joins the program to discuss the White House saying it ‘will determine’ which news outlets cover President Trump. Bosses won’t need a ‘what did you do’ email… they’re already tracking you. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about why people don’t trust doctors as much, Measles outbreak, and yogurt an...
(February 26, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Johnson and Trump pull off surprising win to advance GOP agenda after vote whiplash in the House. The White House says it ‘will determine’ which news outlets cover Trump, rotating traditional ones. Deputy among 18 indicted in Los Angeles County jail drug smuggling operation. White House says Amy Gleason is the acting administrator for Musk’s DOGE program. Southwest plane lands safely in Chicago after close call with...
(February 25,2025) ABC News tech reporter joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Mike talks about Apple’s $5BIL investment and Amazon prepping for a BIG Alexa refresh. What to know about Dan Bongino, the new FBI Deputy Director. How Sean Riley turned ‘Dude Wipes’ into a $200MIL business See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(February 25,2025) Mayor Bass is getting criticism for ‘misrepresenting the facts’ in the firing of Fire Chief Kristin Crowley. Trump, Putin, and the 3-year Ukrainian war. Newsom launches digital democracy tool called ‘Engaged California’ describing it as ‘a townhall for the modern day.’ Save the postal service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(February 25,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. US refuses to blame Russia for Ukraine war, splitting with European allies in UN votes. FBI agents express shock and dismay over naming of right-wing podcaster to No. 2 post. DOGE will use AI to assess the responses of federal workers who were told to justify their jobs via email. U.S to hit Chinese ships with hefty port fees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Ukraine-Russia War 3 Year Anniversary. California rules will require more fire-resistant homes in Palisades and Altadena. Can’t find your size in-store? How e-commerce affected the in-person shopping experience. Elon Musk can’t stop talking about penises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newsom asks Congress for nearly $40BIL in L.A wildfire relief. California officials push to cut energy credits to households with rooftop solar panels. Is AI making us less intelligent? Why don’t we trust doctors like we used to? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(February 24, 2025) Micheal Monks and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Musk gives federal workers 48 hours to say what they did last week. Zelenskyy said he is willing to step down to join NATO. Germany elections: Merz claims victory for his conservatives. American Airlines flight diverted to Rome due to bomb threat. Kash Patel to be named acting ATF Chief, sources say. Russia unleashes biggest drone attack of Ukraine war on eve of anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
(Friday 02/21/25) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about bird flu causing egg prices to soar, but not the price of chicken oddly rnough.The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
