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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

Latest: Los Angeles Wildfires

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Alex Stone joins the show to share the latest regarding the Los Angeles wildfires. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers speaks on the remarks made saying, “still in such a dangerous situation.” Amy speaks with Gene Gable, a spokesman for Wings of Rescue, an animal rescue group that helps relocate shelter animals during disasters and what they are doing to help during the Los Angeles wildfires. The show closes with Amy ta...

Jan 13, 202544 min

LA Fires Update: 10 Dead, 10K Structures Destroyed

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Melissa Adan opens the show sharing the latest regarding the Southern California wildfires. Amy talks with the House Whisperer Dean Sharp about ways to protect your home during fires. The show closes with ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers talking about President Biden’s remarks regarding the Los Angeles fires.

Jan 10, 202542 min

Palisades Fire: Most Destructive Fire in LA History

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. KFI host Neil Saavedra joins the show sharing an update on the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, Hurst Fire and new Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills. Amy talks with Mike Wofford from the National Fire Service about the latest regarding the historic Southern California wildfires. ABC News correspondent Melissa Adnan speaks on the destruction and shelters put in place because of the Los Angeles fires. The show closes with Kevin McManus, the PR & Communicati...

Jan 09, 202549 min

Fires Rip Through Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena & Sylmar

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. KFI host Neil Saavedra joins the show sharing an update on the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena & Sylmar fires. Amy talks with LAFD public information officer Captain Sheila Kelliher about these historic Southern California wildfires. ABC News correspondent Alex Stones speaks on the ‘life threatening’ winds effecting the wildfires. The show closes with Senior Forecaster Mike Wofford -from the National Weather Service sharing a wind forecast.

Jan 08, 202541 min

CES 2025 is Here

Michael Monks hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show talking about a priority President Biden has been wanting to accomplish over the past four years. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Israel and Hamas once again inching toward a ceasefire deal. ABC News tech reporter Mike Dobuski speaks on CES 2025 happening now in Las Vegas. The show closes with ABC News national correspondent Steven Port...

Jan 07, 202542 min

Election Certification

Michael Monks hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show talking about election certification. iHeart investigative reporter Rory O’Neil shares updates regarding the NOLA terror attack & Vegas car bombing. Michael speaks with ABC News political analyst Steve Roberts about accountability journalism. The show closes with Cleo Watts discussing mutilated parrots found in the San Gabriel Valley

Jan 06, 202548 min

Vote for New Speaker in the House

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. iHeart White House correspondent John Decker joins the show to talk about House lawmakers voting for a new speaker, ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan speaks on the terror attack in New Orleans. Amy talks with the House Whisperer Dean Sharp about the essential homeowner toolkit for 2025. ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss closes the show talking all things streaming and movies.

Jan 03, 202549 min

NOLA Terror Attack

Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Peter Charalambous begins the show discussing the Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion. iHeart national correspondent Rory O’Neill speaks on the NOLA terror attack. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy joins the show to talk about the House GOP releasing rules package which raises motion to vacate threshold for new Congress. The show closes with Michael speaking with Ron Mukai about the 80th anniversary of J...

Jan 02, 202546 min

Happy New Year!!!

Michael Monks fills in for Amy King. Breaking News: 10 dead, 30+ injured in New Orleans after a driver intentionally drove through a crown on Bourbon St.. Is LA going broke? City Controller Kenneth Mejia thinks so, and he talks to Michael about the financial problems facing the city. Also, Michael talks with Obreanna McReynolds, owner of Burden of Proof, a non-alcoholic bottle shop in South Pasadena. We close by talking about the holiday season's retail winners (Walmart/Amazon) and losers (my wa...

Jan 01, 202548 min

The Last Day of 2024

Amy King hosts your New Year’s Eve Wake Up Call. Amy starts the show talking New Year’s resolutions and New Years plans. ABC News Chief Investigative Reporter Josh Margolin speaks on the estimated one million people being expected in Times Square tonight… law enforcement is ready. On this year’s final edition of ‘Amy’s On It’ she reviews Squid Game 2 now streaming on Netflix. The show closes with host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard to discuss New Year’s financial resolutions

Dec 31, 202451 min

Former President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jum Ryan starts the show talking about the life and legacy of former president Jimmy Carter who passed away at 100. ABC News correspondent Sam Sweeney speaks on 179 dead, 2 rescued after plane crash in South Korea. Amy talks about holiday travel and everyone getting sick this time of year. The show closes with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy discussing Musk, Ramaswamy, clash with Maga faithful over H1B Visas.

Dec 30, 202443 min

Final Friday of 2024

Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Ines De La Cuetara opens the show talking about the latest regarding the Kazakhstan plans crash. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan speaks on online reviews and separating real from fake. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp talks about home trends and predictions for 2025.The show closes with ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy discussing Trump’s holiday wish list.

Dec 27, 202444 min

Marching Toward a New Year

Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Thursday Wake Up Call. The show starts with Michael speaking with Kathryn Barger, a member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for the 5th District, to discuss board expansio, her views for the future of LA County, and the 2028 Olympics. Michael speaks on local landmarks facing possible irreversible change including the NORMS on La Cienega and Marilyn Monroe's House. The show weaps with Michael digging nto Amy's archives and revisits her intervie...

Dec 26, 202447 min

Drone Shows Posing Hidden Risks

Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the House Ethics Committee releasing their report on Matt Gaetz. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding Luigi Mangione and the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about drone shows potentially posing hidden risks.

Dec 24, 202440 min

Government Shutdown Averted

Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the government shutdown being averted and how they got there. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding and the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about a new lawsuit surrounding a “Companion Chatbot” teaching kids to potentially hurt themselves.

Dec 23, 202445 min

President Biden’s Mental State

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent John Decker opens the show talking about President Biden’s mental state. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers follows discussing a push to ‘vote yes, for this bill, tonight. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about getting organized for the new year. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss del...

Dec 20, 202428 min

TikTok Ban Looming

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show talking about TikTok and the 1st Amendment. He is followed by ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett speaking on the profiling of the crime itself regarding UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. Amy takes us ‘Out and About’ to Knotts Merry Farm and speaks with Entertainment Manager Christopher Do. The show closes with the author of the book ‘Defect Safety’ Don Fountain’ who exposes how corporati...

Dec 19, 202437 min

10 Worst Toys for 2024

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan starts the show discussing the “10 worst toys” for 2024. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks massage robots, OpenAI taking on Google, and the FTC cracking down on junk fees. On this week’s ‘Amy’s on It’ highlights Red One & Fatman now streaming. The show closes with IHeart’s aviation expert Jay Ratcliff speaking on United Airlines using Airtags to track lost luggage.

Dec 18, 202438 min

School Shooting in Madison, Wisconsin

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan starts the show discussing the school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin leaving two dead plus the shooter. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the Polio vaccine, drones, and a pardon at Trump presser. Amy shares the story of Suzie the stray dog and could spark a great holiday gift idea. The host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk about tariffs on cars and whether or not to buy one b...

Dec 17, 202445 min

Government Shutdown Deadline

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers speaks on Biden administration “getting things done.” Amy talks with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan about drone sightings sparking national intrigue. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy talking about the government shutdown deadline

Dec 16, 202443 min

Mystery Drones

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News analyst for homeland security, terrorism, and counter-intelligence John Cohen opens the show talking about why there hasn’t been a clear response to the drone questions on the east coast. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Sullivan saying the truce in Lebanon may help seal a Gaza ceasefire deal. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House ...

Dec 13, 202441 min

FBI Director Chris Wray Resigning

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy starts the show talking about Christopher Wray announcing his resignation as Director of the FBI. ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett speaks on the radicalization of Luigi Mangione, FBI Director resigning, and the concern about his replacement. Amy takes us ‘Out and About’ for a Southern California Sleigh ride to the Los Angeles Christmas Market and speaks with Queenie Quan with their marketin...

Dec 12, 202442 min

Was Luigi Mangione Inspired by Unabomber..?

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Alex Stone shares the latest regarding the Malibu Wildfire: Homeowners take it upon themselves to fight fire. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich speaks on Amazon getting into the car selling business, GM ditching its Robotaxi brand cruise, and Amy settling a beef with Rich. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s On It’ she reviews Klaus now streaming on Netflix. The show closes with ABC News in...

Dec 11, 202442 min

Franklin Fire in Malibu

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. The show starts with Amy being joined by Tim Conway Jr who has been following the Franklin Fire in Malibu all night. KFI correspondent Michael Monks also joins the show to share the latest information regarding the fire and evacuations. Andrew Rorke from the National Weather Service joi9ns the show to share how the winds and weather will affect the fire moving forward.

Dec 10, 202442 min

Syria's Government Toppled

Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. The show opens with Amy interviews John Ohanian about ‘A Kinder Community.’ ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Syria’s government being toppled. ABC News reporter Steve Roberts shares his thoughts on Trump’s views on immigration. The show closes with CDFW State Grey Wolf Coordinator Axel Hunnicutt discussing 2 new wolf packs.

Dec 09, 202444 min

NASA Planning Return to the Moon

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan joins the show to talk about NASA updating plans to return to the moon. ABC News correspondent Josh Margolin speaks on the latest regarding the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about the secrets of ‘ish.’ ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss and the ‘Entertainment Report’. Today, Will...

Dec 06, 202440 min

Airline Fees are Under Review by Law Makers

ABC’s Steven Portnoy joins the show to talk about Pete Hegseth’s troubles at work raise questions about future leadership. Rory O’Neil gives us the latest on the CEO murder in NYC. Also, how Airline fees are under review by law makers. Rooftop Cinema Club in DTLA offers a uniquely fun experience for everyone. Kristin Samuelin joins Amy to talk about the giving machines and how they’re serving the community.

Dec 05, 202445 min

Israeli Forces Conduct Strike in Syria

ABC news reporter Jordana Miller joins the show to discuss the Israeli forces conducting strike in Syria. Rich Demuro gives us the scoop on Walmart and its purchase of Vizio. Waze vs Google Maps. Tesla making Apple watch app. Amy’s on it as she gives us some of her favorite holiday movies. Shannon Kingston and Amy discuss martial law order in south Korea.

Dec 04, 202438 min

KFI - 14th Annual Pastathon

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. Jon Decker joins the show to talk about Hunter Biden's pardon. Amy interviews Alondra - Katarinas club recipient. Sylvano Ibay - VP and Chair of Caterina talks to Amy about 14 annual pastathon. Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk money and how to best donate.

Dec 03, 202441 min
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