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Wake Up Call with Amy King

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)www.iheart.com
Amy King is the host of Wake Up Call. Tune into KFI AM 640 every morning at 5am for the latest news and happenings in Southern California on the iHeartRadio app.
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Episodes

Finding Light in the Darkness

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The White House is sending resources to Puerto Rico as it continues to get hit by natural disaster - ABC's Karen Travers has more on it. Investopedia's Caleb Silver talks with Jen about the economy and the stock market. ABC's Aaron Katersky talks Alex Jones testifying in a second defamation trial. And Deputy Robert Sheedy talks about the Montrose Search and Rescue event.

Sep 23, 202245 min

Best Breakfast in Town?

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden met with the new British Prime Minister - ABC's Karen Travers has all of the info. Aaron Katersky talks about the New York Attorney General suing the Trump organization for fraud. And Tom Rivers talks about Russia's mobilization orders as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for more punishment for Russia.

Sep 22, 202239 min

Jen's Boyfriend Might Run for President

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. His out-of-state spending, travel and attacks on the GOP has fueled speculation that CA Governor Gavin Newsom may be preparing for a Presidential run in 2024. KTLA Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for 'Wired Wednesday', and CNBC's Jane Wells comes on for 'Biz Buzz'.

Sep 21, 202241 min

Please Send Clothes

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The movers took all of her clothes! Sherri Papini, the woman who faked her own kidnapping, has received an 18 month sentencing. ABC's Aaron Katersky comes on to talk about the first hearing held by Trump's Special Master. And a bipartisan reform bill is targeting the electoral count act - ABC's Ben Siegel chimes in.

Sep 20, 202240 min

Queen Elizabeth II Laid to Rest

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The final procession of the Queen's casket began this morning as her body will be laid to rest later today. The National Suicide Hotline has saved more than 150,000 lives - ABC's Jim Ryan highlights its success.

Sep 19, 202240 min

A Peak Behind the Scenes

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jason Nathanson comes on for a fresh Entertainment Report. Jen invites the Wake Up Call listeners to join her Live on Instagram to meet the new addition to the family - Betty White - and to take a peak behind the scenes at her at-home studio. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp shares some ways to make your conventional kitchen not so conventional. And ABC's Jim Ryan shares an interesting story that connects your voice to your health.

Sep 16, 202240 min

It's Your Last Chance to Join the Wake Up Call Wigglers!

With the Wiggle Waggle Walk event this upcoming Sunday, registration to join the KFI Wake Up Call Wigglers closes tomorrow at 12PM PST. Some news: negotiations continue at the White House as a railroad strike looms. ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett talks about the weak security of Twitter being a concern. And Jim Ryan talks about the job interview switcheroo.

Sep 15, 202242 min

The Boys In Blue Are Bound for the Playoffs!

The Dodgers clinched the National League West title last night for the 9th time in 10 seasons! Jennifer Jones Lee has all the news with your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Roughly 40 subpoenas were issued by the DOJ in their JAnuary 6th probe. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro comes on for a fresh edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. Jane Wells makes an appearance for some 'Biz Buzz'. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about the connection between the weather and hate speech on social media.

Sep 14, 202242 min

She's Back!

Jennifer Jones Lee returns for your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. As the Queen's coffin heads to London, ABC's Tom Rivers reports in Live with updates. "Jugging" is making a return and you could fall victim to it - ABC's Jim Ryan explains what it is and how you can protect yourself. Dan Keeaghan, Executive Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs Insurance services joins the show to share information about the insurance program revamp and new life insurance program for veterans, And the Em...

Sep 13, 202242 min

More Like Philly Rude Steak

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The U.S. remembered the attacks of 9/11/01 over the weekend. Rules have been listed for those wanting to pay their respects to the Queen. ABC's Jim Ryan comes on to share how Philadelphia is America's rudest city...according to Philadelphia. Ted Rossman, Senior Industry Analyst at Bankrate.com comes on to talk about inflation and its impact on the upcoming Holiday season. And ABC's Aaron Katersky has more on the...

Sep 12, 202240 min

Farewell to the Queen

RICK KLEIN THIS WEEK IN POLITICS TOM RIVERS QUEEN ELIZABETH II, LONGEST-REIGNING BRITISH MONARCH, DIES AT 96 DEAN SHARP AC’S AND GARAGE DOORS KAREN TRAVERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE: BIDEN, PAST PRESIDENTS, MOURN QUEEN ELIZABETH II

Sep 09, 202243 min

Strange Weather We're Having

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Hurricane Kay is heading up Baja California, with the weakened storm threatening heavy rain and flash floods in SoCal. Guests include Karen Travers, Tom Rivers, Aaron Katersky and Jim Ryan.

Sep 08, 202238 min

We Dodged a Blackout!

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee. After an alert was sent out last night, Californians were able to avoid rolling blackouts by reducing their energy usage. The Fairview Fire in Hemet has grown to 4,500 acres with another evacuation order having been issued. Dr. Simone Wildes talks about getting vaccinated and boosted. And CNBC's Jane Wells comes on for a fresh edition of 'Biz Buzz'.

Sep 07, 202241 min

Extreme Heat, Wildfires and Flex Alerts, Oh My!

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee. The 'Fairview Fire' in Hemet has grown to 2,000 acres, killing 2 and destroying several homes. Also, a wildfire near Big Bear has prompted evacuations. Author Gary Lipmann comes on to talk about his new book "We Loved the World But Could Not Stay: A Collection of One-Sentence Stories." ABC's Tom Rivers talks about the new Prime Minister of Britain. And a judge has granted Trump's big for a 'Special Master' in the Mar-a-Lago document search.

Sep 06, 202241 min

If You Can't Stand the Heat, Stay Out of SoCal

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Monday morning, Labor Day Wake Up Call. Charlie Brown, President of Paralyzed Veterans of America joins the show to share information about this past Labor Day weekend when it comes to travel and emphasizing the dangers of air travel. And Aymar Azaizia, one of the creators of the hit video game Assassin's Creed comes on to talk about the popular game and the book he wrote based on the game's story.

Sep 05, 202239 min

Power Struggle

Jason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Friday morning Wake Up Call. A look back at this week in politics with ABC's Rick Klein. Author Kelley Holland joins the show to talk about her new book "Change Your Money Mindset, Build Your Wealth & Fund Your Future." Dean Sharp comes on for the first edition of Jason and The House Whisperer. And Investopedia's Caleb Silver talks about the August Jobs Report.

Sep 02, 202240 min

Don't Go Jason Waterfalls

With Jennifer Jones Lee out, Jason Middleton fills in for your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. A brush fire near Castaic has grown to over 4,600 acres, with evacuations being ordered and 8 firefighters having been injured thus far. A flex alert has been issued for today, as a heat wave will push the power grid to its limits. And Trump's lawyers are in court today as the judge will decide on the Special Master request.

Sep 01, 202238 min

Stay Inside At All Costs

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden visited Pennsylvania yesterday to promote law enforcement - ABC's Karen Travers has details on his visit. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro comes on for a fresh edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. CNBC's Jane Wells is back! She and Jen talk 'Biz Buzz'. And former ABC News Reporter David Blaustein comes on to talk Woodstock.

Aug 31, 202242 min

It's Officially Pumpkin Spice Season

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. PSL Season kicks off today as Starbucks rolls out their Fall menu, and it comes with some price hikes. President Biden is set to visit Pennsylvania today to promote funding the police. Retailers are facing a shoplifting epidemic - ABC's Jim Ryan elaborates. And the DOJ is expecting to file a more detailed response to Trump's Special Master request later today, and ABC's Aaron Katersky has more about it.

Aug 30, 202240 min

Get Ready For Another Hot Week, SoCal

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Andrew Roarke of the National Weather Service joins the show to talk about the heat wave set to hit southern California this week starting tomorrow. Radiation concerns are growing near Zaporizhia - ABC's Tom Rivers elaborates. Intelligence officials are assessing the national security risk from the documents found at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, and ABC's Aaron Katersky has more about the situation. ABC's Jim Ryan talks about the Missouri ...

Aug 29, 202243 min

Farewell, Gas-Powered Cars

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jason Nathanson joins the show for an entertainment news update. Alina Hauptman of the Best Friends Animal Society offers some tips on how to celebrate National Dogs Day. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp joins Jen as the two talk about soundproofing your home. And ABC7's Dave Kunz shares some information on the San Marino Motor Classic happening this weekend.

Aug 26, 202242 min

This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jim Ryan joins Jen to talk about how this terrifying drought is uncovering fascinating relics among some other less desirable things. ABC Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett talks about Mudge, and why you should listen to him before opening up Twitter. And Investopedia's Editor in Chief Caleb Silver highlights President Biden's student loan forgiveness executive order.

Aug 25, 202239 min

Well, That Was Embarrassing

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Will Steakin comes on to talk about the extent of the classified material found at Mar-a-Lago. KTLA Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Jen for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. Jen had a great interview with Dodgers' Third Basemen Justin Turner about his organization and had an embarrassing conclusion to the conversation. And ABC's Luke Barr talks the IRS reviewing of their safety measures after employees have been receivin...

Aug 24, 202240 min

Welcome Back, 210 Freeway!

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The construction on the 210 freeway causing a 5-day closure has concluded and it has reopened! ABC's Aaron Katersky talks about Trump requesting a Special Master for the FBI raid materials seized from his Mar-a-Lago home. Dr. Fauci has announced that he'll be stepping down later this year. And more young people are using more drugs and they're doing it more often - ABC's Jim Ryan chimes in.

Aug 23, 202239 min

The Zacky BIll Moves On!

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Priscilla Hernandez and her son Zacky join the show to follow up on their bill that directs the Department of Education to include state and federal resources and methods to initiate individualized food allergy management and prevention plans, and other ways to minimize risk of food anaphylaxis in school. An update from ABC's Aaron Katersky on Lindsay Graham and his Georgia subpoena. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about bringing back the Tasma...

Aug 22, 202241 min

Just Stay Home

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jason Nathanson joins the show for an Entertainment News update. Three men have been charged in the killing of mobster Whitey Bulger - Luke Barr provides some details. Dean Sharp comes on for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer. And 'Unsolved' Host Steve Gregory teases what's coming on tomorrow night's all-new episode as Season 3 kicks off right here on KFI starting at 8PM PST.

Aug 19, 202240 min

She Warned You About the 210 Freeway...Then She Tried It Herself

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Well, it's as bad as everyone thought it would be - the 210 Freeway closure has traffic at its peak. ABC's Aaron Katersky joins the show to talk about former Trump CFO Allen Weisselberg expected to plead guilty today to tax charges. President of Warfighter Made Robert Blanton joins the show to talk about his organization and how they aid veterans. Jen and ABC's Brad Garrett analyze the case against the release of the Mar-a-Lago probabl...

Aug 18, 202238 min

You Can't Flex Enough

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Alex Stone joins the show to talk about the Wyoming Primary Election as Liz Cheney was defeated to Trump's endorsement. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro comes on for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. Dr. Simone Wildes chimes in about monkeypox and polio. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about how mental health is plaguing American kids.

Aug 17, 202239 min

Putting Mental Health First

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The Biden Administration is planning a 'victory tour' touting their recent legislative wins. Dr. Nicole Stetler joins Jen to talk about back-to-school mental health. ABC's Aaron Katersky provides some updates on former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago documents and to talk about Giuliani now being the 'target' of a Georgia criminal probe. And ABC's Jim Ryan highlights how sending kids back to school has become more expensive.

Aug 16, 202242 min

The Crazy Dog Lady at the Beach

Jennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jay O'Brien talks with Jen about how more U.S. lawmakers are visiting Taiwan just 12 days after Speaker Pelosi's trip. Some Americans were injured in an attack targeting Jews in Jerusalem. The FBI is warning of increasing threats. And Capitol rioters are hoping to profit from their participation - ABC's Jim Ryan elaborates.

Aug 15, 202212 min
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