(October 03, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about the TOP steakhouse chains, Chilis NEW menu, Pillsbury bringing back baking mix, and Butterfingers NEW flavor. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 03, 2025) Gov. Newsom threatens to withhold billions from California colleges that sign Trump’s ‘compact.’ Flying taxis are coming to L.A. This developer is already picking places to land them. US comedians defend decision to play in Saudi Arabia: ‘They’re paying me enough to look the other way.’ Robotic invitro fertilization is creating a new generation of babies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 03, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Massive fire erupts at Chevron refinery in El Segundo, sending plumes across South Bay. Manchester synagogue attack: One of the victims who died likely by officers, police say. Amelia Earhart’s long-lost plane likely located, research tear claims. US in ‘armed conflict’ with drug cartels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 02, 2025) Neil Saavedra is in for Bill who is taking the day off for Yom Kippur. Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss people trading in their cars, why emergency funds are not ‘stupid,’ and why freelance work is becoming more popular. Trump has late night shows in his crosshairs… is SNL next? Tennessee is set to execute a woman for the first time in over 200 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(October 02, 2025) Neil Saavedra is in for Bill who is taking the day off for Yom Kippur. Jane Goodall dies at 91. The facts behind the gov’t shutdown debate over healthcare and immigrants in the US illegally. Most voters think America’s divisions cannot be overcome, poll says. Fox News channel surges past ABC, NBC, CBS, among weekday primetime viewers with dominant third quarter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 02, 2025) Amy King joins Neil Saavedra for Handel on the News; Bill is out for Yom Kippur. First bipartisan shutdown negotiations surface on Capitol Hill after funding bill blocked again. Vehicle, stabbing attack near synagogue in Manchester, England leaves 2 dead as Jewish community marks Yom Kippur. Dodgers sweep Reds, advance to NLDS to face Phillies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 01, 2025)\\ Hollywood Performers Union condemns AI-generated actress Tilly Norwood. Cany WayMo get a ticket? Here's what happened when the police pulled one over. Disney’s handling of Jimmy Kimmel debacle highlights big challenges for Bob Iger’s successor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 01, 2025) Government shutdown begins. 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 nasal spray and covid, 99% of heart disease cases have a couple key risk factors you can control, and electrolyte beverages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(October 01, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. US federal government shuts down with uncertainty about how long it could last. ‘Could have been an email’: Officials balk at Hegseth’s generals meeting. Pfizer to lower some drug prices as White House builds ‘TrumpRx’ website. Inaccurate congressional maps mailed to voters for November election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich covers Amazon Prim Day, Windows 10, ChatGPT parental controls, and body cameras for retail workers. The Charlie Kirk suspect appeared in court and didn't offer a plea... Why people plead 'not guilty.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(September 30,2025) Trump and Hegseth address top military leaders. Newsom signs AI Transparency Bill prioritizing safety. Americans’ support for Israel dramatically declines times poll shows. Military leaders voice concern over Hegseth’s new Pentagon strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(September 30,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Shutdown nears as congressional leaders meet with Trump. Trump and Netanyahu say they’ve agreed on a plan to end the Gaza War… Hamas now reviewing it. Snell gets the ball for the Dodgers in NLWC Game 1 vs Reds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(September 29,2025) Bill recaps his European vacation and how he thinks Europeans view the US. What is making Los Angeles tourism tumble? You should be having more sex, and other myths, debunked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(September 29,2025) Shutdown nears as Democrats, Republicans remain divided on funding. California remains world’s 4th largest economy. Is raising the retirement age in the US inevitable? Why many young adults turn on subtitles, according to a new poll. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(September 29,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump to host last-ditch talks to avoid government shutdown. Four dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting and fire. Oregon sues to block deployment of 200 National Guard troops to Portland. Netanyahu working on ceasefire plan and preparing to meet Trump as Gaza death toll tops 66,000. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy and Neil cover for the vacationing Handel. Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted amid pressure from a revenge-seeking President Trump. A "MAGA" dentist in Santa Clarita jokes about torturing liberal patients. Amazon is forced to pay $2.5 billion to the Federal Trade Commission. Amy and Neil are afraid of plummeting, er, rappelling 25 stories in the name of charity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy and Neil are in for Bill, who will be back next week. Amy and Neil are both competitive with how much money they are raising for charity as they name off the generous KFI listeners who donated to the cause. Also, Neil explores America's slow-building admiration of sushi, and where to find the best spots (including supermarkets?!?!?) And Neil announces the Zelmin's winners who will join him and Bill at the Anaheim White House for a super garlicky, yummy meal. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted for lying to Congress amid pressure from Trump to prosecute political enemies. Several delegates walked out on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as he addressed the UN. Defense Secretary Hegseth orders hundreds of US military generals to gather on short notice, without any stated reason. JD Vance does not think it's a big deal. Dodgers clinch 12th NL Title in 13 years, beating Arizona 8-0. More Trump tariffs on the way, this time hitting imported ...
Neil and Amy are in for the vacatioining Bill Handel. Neil finds himself agreeing with Don Lemon's opinion (that's a first...) about the Charlie Kirk Memorial being about Christians claiming divine permission to rule, leading to commentary that explores the differences between politics and politicians, and the twisted role religion is starting to play in all of it. Also, by 2040, the majority of new US homeowners will be Hispanic. And LAX drops in global airport rankings, but the CEO believes in...
Neil and Amy discuss financial responsibility during a time when people are living paycheck to paycheck. Also, do not, I repeat, do not let your pets vote. It won't end well... An angry squirrel hospitalized people. This reminds us when we had our own murderous squirrel at the station... Flea from the Chili Peppers was traumatized by it. Now, it's probably hiding from the coyotes that stalk the building overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(9/25/25) Amy and Neil cover for Bill while he's being Bill elsewhere... One detainee and two others critically injured at an ICE facility. Jimmy Kimmel's emotional return from suspension yields a huge ratings boost. Trump is going after political enemies without probable cause. WHO rejects Trump's ideas about Tylenol and Autism. Trump tells people to prepare for mass firings if there's a government shutdown. Disney is raising prices for all their streaming services. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
(Sept 24, 2025) Los Angeles City Councilwoman from the 7th District Monica Rodriguez joins Neil to discuss the state of the city. 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 Neil about Tylenol and the risk of Autism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Sept 24, 2025) Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. The return to office rush is stalling. Fabulous 5-day Las Vegas sale aims to boost visitation and foot traffic. Bizarre twist revealed for ex-astronomer CEO, HR exec caught on Coldplay Kisscam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Sept 24, 2025) Amy King joins Neil Saavedra, who is in for Bill while he is out on vacation, for Handel on the News. Jimmy Kimmel returns with tears and talks free speech. Zelenskyy praises ‘well-informed’ Trump after president’s Russia war pivot. Typhoon Ragasa: Powerful storm hurtles past Hong Kong, Macao and slams into southern China, after killing at least 17 in Taiwan. L.A. won’t lay off any city workers this year, mayor says. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(Sept 23,2025) Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show to discuss Verizon’s budget brand Visible, popular power bank maker Anker is recalling another 500,000 units because they can catch fire, and Facebook’s AI dating assistant. Trump directs $2.4BIL from California high-speed rail to new US program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Sept 23,2025) Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. Jimmy Kmmel returns to ABC, but Sinclair will pre-empt his program with news. Experts say Spirit Airlines cuts to have negative impact on weakening Las Vegas tourism. President Trump and HHS Sec RFK Jr’s on Tylenol and autism. The most common STI may not be the one you expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Sept 23,2025) Amy King joins Neil Saavedra, who will be filling in for Bill all week, for Handel on the News. After a weeklong suspension, ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ set to return tonight. President Trump an RFK Jr. make autism announcement as Tylenol maker and some medical experts pushing back. Trump to address U.S. as divisions with allies deepen over Palestinian statehood. DHS says it won’t follow California law banning most law enforcement officers from wearing masks. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
(Sept 22,2025) Neil Saavedra hosts the Bill Handel Show while Bill is out on vacation. Preventing murder starts with understanding killers… These women, former FBI profilers are unraveling the minds. Harry Potter star Jessie Cave on backlash over having OnlyFans. People are complaining that Apple’s new iPhone 17 scratches easily, creating Scratchgate. Vigil held for missing girl, 15, found dismembered in car registered to R&B singer D4vd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(Sept 22,2025) What jobs will AI replace, and which are safe? Starbucks workers sue over dress code. Prices out of traditional housing, more Americans are living in RVs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Sept 22,2025) Amy King joins Neil Saavedra, who will be filling in for Bill all week, for Handel on the News. Takeaways from Charlie Kirk’s memorial service. Super Typhoon Ragasa hits the Philippines, headed to Hong Kong. Trump heads to UN General Assembly as future of Palestinian state and Gaza likely to dominate. ‘Sophisticated’ $100MIL cyberattack on Vegas strip involved teenage hacker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
