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Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn't) weekdays 10 am to 2 pm.

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)


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    The Gary and Shannon podcast is a fantastic show that I absolutely love. It has quickly become one of my favorites to listen to every day. The chemistry between Gary and Shannon is undeniable and they bring a unique blend of entertainment and news that keeps me hooked. One of the best things about this podcast is the fact that it is available as a podcast, allowing me to listen to it anytime, anywhere. I greatly appreciate being able to catch up on missed episodes or re-listen to my favorite segments whenever I want.

    One of the best aspects of The Gary and Shannon podcast is the knowledge and expertise that both hosts bring to the table. As seasoned newscasters from highly rated shows, they have polished their own style that showcases their wit, charisma, and extensive knowledge of current events. They deliver news in a quick and concise manner, providing the necessary information without any partisan bias. This makes for a refreshing listening experience where I can trust that I am getting accurate information.

    The worst aspect of this podcast is the order in which the episodes are uploaded. Currently, they are not organized from oldest to newest, which means that sometimes I have to search for the most recent episode or scroll through multiple episodes before finding what I'm looking for. It would be much more convenient if the episodes were organized in chronological order so that they play in sequence.

    In conclusion, The Gary and Shannon podcast is an outstanding show that delivers both informative news and entertaining banter. Gary and Shannon's chemistry shines through in every episode, keeping listeners engaged and entertained throughout. Despite the minor inconvenience of episode organization, this podcast remains a must-listen for anyone seeking a balanced mix of news and entertainment. Keep up the great work!



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    GAS WEEKEND FIX: Guns Drawn and Sweaty Palms

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 16:36 Transcription Available


    Gary and Shannon share their most nerve-wracking traffic stop stories. Why do even the most law-abiding people feel like criminals when they see those flashing lights?

    CEO's Spending A Fortune On Security

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 31:24 Transcription Available


    Trump and Putin to meet in Alaska for high-stakes summit. Ceos's spending a fortune on Security. The catfishing scam putting fans and female golfers in danger.

    Feds Conduct Raid Outside Newsom Press Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 30:02 Transcription Available


    Feds conduct apparent raid just outside Newsom press conference in downtown Los Angeles. The Tulsa Remote program offers a $10,000 stipend to remote workers who move to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dodger – Padres rivalry.

    Hunter Biden Escalates Rift With Melania Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 23:28 Transcription Available


    #Swamp Watch / Hunter Biden escalates rift with Melania Trump over Jeffrey Epstein allegation.

    Hunting Wives Casting With Heather Brooker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 38:27 Transcription Available


    #WhatsHappening / Heathe Brooker joins the show to talk everything entertainment. #WIL/NNNYNTK

    Trump/Putin Summit Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 28:10 Transcription Available


    Trump/Putin Summit – Anchorage Abuzz. Newsom Dog and Pony Show Preview. Terror In The Skies: Unruly passenger breaks free twice.

    Balboa Island Yacht Club Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 32:13 Transcription Available


    Dodgers Fall, Balboa Island Yacht Club Kids. AI Predicting Future Killers.

    Taylor Swift “Infectiously Joyful” Album

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 31:11 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH - Trump Presser LIVE / T-Swift “infectiously joyful” album. #TECHTALK w/ Marc Saltzman – 2025 sales show GM is nipping at Telsa's heels in the U.S. electric vehicle space / Back to school tech. Adults Are Going to Sleep-away Camp to Make Friends. It Seems to Actually Work.

    Gut Feelings Are Memories From The Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 28:55 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING / #SMALLBIZ –The Skntellect Studio / #STRANGESCIENCE – Gut Feelings Are Memories from The Future / Zombie Rabbits in CO.

    Trump Preps For High Stakes Putin Meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 29:03 Transcription Available


    Trump preps for high stakes Putin meeting. A glacier outburst is underway in Alaska. It sent a surge of water downstream into Juneau. Your body predicts the future. Stray pig thinks he is a dog / What is the best/worst movie?

    Police Department Readies Drone As First Responders

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 29:34 Transcription Available


    Michael Monks joins the show to discuss that Los Angeles County purchased the Gas Company Tower in downtown Los Angeles for $200 million. Huntington Beach Police Department readies Drone as First Responder program. Silicon Valley Smart Babies.

    Ozempic For Hair Loss?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 35:00 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / Ozempic for Hair Loss. #PARENTING – Parents in Positive Relationships with Their Partner Have Children with Stronger Friendships. Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom' post about her son's future girlfriend.

    Wellington Pig Finds Forever Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 34:51 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING / Wellington pig finds forever home. #WHATCHAWATCHING – Why Road House is the best/worst movie. Ice Cube War of the Worlds Movie.

    Trump Planning Military 'Reaction Force'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 32:37 Transcription Available


    Trump planning military 'reaction force' for civil unrest. Inflation Numbers: Good or Bad? Carnivore Babies / Vegan Diet Can Cut Cancer. Taylor Swift Announces New Album.

    The Next ‘Big One' On The San Andreas

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 29:57 Transcription Available


    The next ‘Big One' on the San Andreas fault might not be the earthquake we expect, researchers say. 4 arrested in break-in at Brad Pitt's home and other residences. For a California adventure that feels like summer camp, head to a dude ranch.

    Shohei Ohtani's Agent accused Of Sabotaging $240M Hawaii Real Estate Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 30:33 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / – Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC as he pledges crime crackdown. Tim Conway Jr. – Update on the Foosh and his condition / Shohei Ohtani, agent accused of sabotaging $240 million Hawaii real estate deal in shocking lawsuit. ‘I'm sitting behind the bench': Inside sports' escalating stalking problem.

    CDC Shooter Died By Suicide And Fired Nearly 200 Rounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 32:35 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING – CDC shooter died by suicide and fired nearly 200 rounds at headquarters. #TCT – Amy Bradley case hinges on 'somebody remembering' as investigators hunt for new leads 27 years later.

    Russia & US Summit Friday In Alaska

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 28:39 Transcription Available


    NFL preseason highs and lows / Russia – US Summit Friday in Alaska / Anti-war jellyfish in France / A word for The Foosh. Opening the mysterious fan gift. President Trump's crackdown on D.C / Shannon's first day of Charger pre-season football. Visit GaS social media to help support The Foosh / Denmark Zoo gets a pony.

    Newsom / UCLA Fight The Trump Administration

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 28:43 Transcription Available


    Newsom / UCLA Fight the Trump Administration. Water is back on... kina in Granda Hills and Porter Ranch. Unlocking longevity with GLP-1's. Uber: Sexual harassment report (Ride share nightmares)

    Chat GPT Is Glitching

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 37:07 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / Rideshare nightmare talk-backs.. Pregnancy discussion /Chat GPT is Glitching (LOOK AHEAD FROM FRIDAY). War on AI Slop. 

    Gifford Fire Update As Blaze Reaches 'Megafire' Status

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 36:21 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING – Gifford Fire Update, Map as Blaze Reaches 'Megafire' Status | Water service restored in Granada Hills, Porter Ranch but boil water notice still in place | Paramount Strikes Seven-Year Deal to Stream U.F.C. Fights | Country star Zach Bryan vows he will 'never play in Kansas City' after feud with Chiefs fans.The viral anti-sunscreen movement.

    GAS WEEKEND FIX: A Glimpse Into Gary's ‘Joyful' Side

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 15:21 Transcription Available


    Gary and Shannon dive deep into Gary's emotional landscape. From traffic frustrations to family connections, Gary reveals his nuanced perspective on life, challenging the “joyless ogre” label a listener gave him during the weekly show  We come full circle on the one folks! Maybe Gary does have some joy in him after all!

    Canyon Fire Explodes To Nearly 5,000 Acres

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 30:02 Transcription Available


    Canyon fire explodes to nearly 5,000 acres. Fred Roggin joins the show and tells a story about cats for national cat day. MLB is calling up its first female umpire.

    CA Its Own country? CA Gov Race Latest

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 32:04 Transcription Available


    CA its own country? CA Gov Race Latest. It's National Cat Day, we celebrate Tron, our show cat. What If a Kid is Terrified of Food? The Rise of ARFID.

    How To Know Your Relationship Is Over?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 32:20 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / How to know your relationship is over? Influencer Driving Nantucket crazy.

    NFL Says No More Smelling Salts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 34:15 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING / Heather Brooker – Entertainment Report: Freakier Friday, Weapons, My Mothers Wedding / #WIL/NNNYNTK

    Tariffs Up To 50% Kick In Worldwide

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 32:41 Transcription Available


    Tariffs up to 50% kick in worldwide, sparing few. Putin, Trump Plan to Meet as US Pushes to Include Zelenskiy. Cube Interview.

    Can Hollywood Survive The Rise Of AI-Generated Storytelling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 29:19 Transcription Available


    LADWP says boil your water / Malibu Issues. Can Hollywood survive the rise of AI-generated storytelling? ESPN / Hulu / TV.

    Eric Goes Through Dating Bootcamp

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 33:18 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH – TRUE LOVE THURSDAY – Eric goes through dating bootcamp #TECHTALK w/ Marc Saltzman – T-Mobile Launches Its Cellular Starlink Service / Instagram adds reposting, location map, and more. China's 'biggest threat' to US is a 'tech kill-switch' after 'malicious' claims.

    Ultra Processed Foods Make Up More Than 50% Of American Calories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 32:18 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING – Bull wanders onto school grounds in Jurupa Valley / Ultra processed Foods Make Up More Than 50% of American Calories / #STRANGESCIENCE  – A salty twist: Diabetes risk study says french fries are a culprit.

    Ice Cube TalksBIG3!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 14:42 Transcription Available


    Ice Cube joins Gary and Shannon to discuss – BIG3 Professional 3x on 3x Basketball League!

    Vance Expected To Host Epstein Strategy Dinner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 33:16 Transcription Available


    Vance expected to host Epstein strategy dinner with Bondi, Blanche, Patel. Trump says he ‘Probably won't run for a third term in 2028. Adam Turck killed in DV Fight: What would you do?

    LA Mansion Of Surrogate Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 0:04 Transcription Available


    Disaster Desk: Wildfires and Earthquakes. The Mystery of the L.A. Mansion Filled with Surrogate Children. TALKBACKS: Would you get yourself involved in someone else's domestic violence dispute. Inside the high-stakes clandestine poker world that led to a Hollywood Hills murder.

    Goodbye Gentle Parenting, Hello ‘F—Around and Find Out'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 33:42 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH – Trump, Apple to Announce Fresh $100 Billion US Investment #PARENTING – What Kids Say Would Get Them Off Their Phones, Goodbye Gentle Parenting, Hello ‘F—Around and Find Out'.

    Ice Cube Joins Gary & Shannon To Discuss – BIG3 Basketball League!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 33:02 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING / Ice Cube joins Gary and Shannon to discuss – BIG3 Professional 3x on 3x Basketball League!

    House Panel Subpoenas Clintons And Other Ex-Officials In Epstein Probe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 33:02 Transcription Available


    House panel subpoenas Clintons and other ex-officials in Epstein probe, seeks files from DOJ. Trump says Texas Republicans 'entitled' to more seats as redistricting showdown continues. Suspect in Tennessee quadruple killing captured after week on the run. Gary tells the story of a family member memorial he went to yesterday.

    Trump To Create Security Task Force For L.A. Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 32:42 Transcription Available


    Trump to Create Security Task Force for L.A. Olympics. Why companies born and raised in California are leaving the state. Documents reveal Los Angeles County's meager budget for disaster response. What Kids Told Us About How to Get Them Off Their Phones.

    Matcha Lovers Turn Against Each Other

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 34:54 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / WELLNESS – Operation Influence / Rise of the LAT relationship / Matcha lovers turn against each other. Gary and Shannon try Macha for the first time.

    The Spending Binge Of Two Crypto Bros That Ended Behind Bars

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 30:32 Transcription Available


    #WHATSHAPPENING – #TCT – Tequila, Drugs and Torture: The Spending Binge of Two Crypto Bros That Ended Behind Bars.

    Gary Called in—But Trump Called Out Sweeney

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 26:39 Transcription Available


    Gary and Shannon discuss how quickly the year has passed and how the weekend seemed to fly by. Gary explains why he is out of the office today. Trump recently stated that he now "loves" Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle advertisement after discovering that she is a registered Republican. Additionally, there's a conversation about Reddit, which is considered one of the last thriving remnants of the old web. The question arises: can it survive the impact of AI?

    Texas Dems Disappear, LA Tunnels Reappear

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 28:59 Transcription Available


    Gavin Newsom is considering calling for a special election to allow California voters to decide on new congressional maps. Meanwhile, Democrats have fled Texas to block a Republican redistricting plan that is backed by Trump. The race for California governor has become uncertain following the exit of Kamala Harris, as there is "no obvious front-runner." Additionally, Erik Menendez has returned to prison after being hospitalized and undergoing surgery for kidney stones. Lastly, what was once thought to be just a rumor, LA's secret celebrity tunnel, has been confirmed as workers have discovered it.

    Trump's Fed Shake-Up, AI Obits, and the New Magic of Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 31:41 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH – Trump is expected to announce replacements for positions at the Federal Reserve and the Bureau of Labor Statistics in the coming days. There is also a discussion about whether Disney remains magical in the age of AI. AI tools are being used to assist in writing obituaries, while prominent figures are influencing some individuals to decline highly lucrative offers from Silicon Valley. Additionally, a Library of Things allows cardholders to come in for a book and leave with musical instruments, providing opportunities to try, learn, and create.

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