Mark Thompson has worked in radio for more than 30 years, on such legendary stations as KABC, KFI and previously at KGO. He is also a veteran TV news personality, having spend time working in Denver, Los Angeles and New York, with eight years at San Francisco’s KRON-TV. His show airs on KGO from 10am-12pm.
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A new ‘Scooby Doo' clip confirms what fans have long debated - Velma is a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Kim McCallister, filling in for Mark Thompson, shares her surprise at the differing reactions from KGO 810 listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is happening in Iran? Washington Post's Visual Forensics video reporter, Joyce Sohyun Lee, explains why there are protests in Iran with Kim McCallister as she fills in for Mark Thompson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
California Politics Playbook writer for Politico, Jeremy B. White joins Kim McCallister as she fills in for Mark Thompson to discuss the two gambling initiatives that will be on the ballot this fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UC Hastings law school is being sued by namesake's heirs over the decision to drop "Hastings" in the name. Kim McCallister, filling in for Mark Thompson, explains why the family is requesting the name to be reinstated or be paid the $100,000 plus interest that Hastings used to fund the school. With interest, the money would be $1.7 billion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Loretta Lynn, coal miner's daughter and country music queen, dies at 90. Mark Thompson reflects on her life in "Last Call".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Cay Johnston, co-founder of DCReport, Pulitzer Prize Winner, and 4-time bestselling author, joins Mark Thompson to discuss boycotting oil companies over increasing prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former President Donald Trump is suing CNN for $475 million over defamation. Plus, hear Trump deny any knowledge of the January 6th capitol riot. Mark Thompson shares details in "Chunk of Trump."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
California is suffering through the driest three years since records began in 1896. Mark Thompson explains why there is no relief in sight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Thompson talks about the new law in California that will allow jay walking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kim McCallister tells Mark Thompson when California residents can expect to receive their stimulus payments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Right-wing media is claiming Democrats have created Hurricane Ian to target red states. Mark Thompson explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Pork is tipping the scales of justice in Utah Jonathan Frohnmayer, Organizer and Corporate Counsel at Direct Action Everywhere - a global network of activists working to achieve revolutionary social and political change for animals in one generation joins Mark Thompson to discuss animal rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A woman in Tennessee is being charged with an inmate's murder after an alleged meth-laced kiss. Mark Thompson shares insight on the alleged kiss and more in "Law & Disorder".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chess has a cheating problem. It might need a vigilante, too. Lee Hester, Mark Thompson's official chess correspondent explains the situation in complete detail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new law allows Californians to legally jaywalk, Mark Thompson shares details on the law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Snyder, movie critic & Culture Blaster, reviews the following movies for the upcoming weekend: BROS SMILE THE GOOD HOUSE GOD'S CREATURES THE GREATEST BEER RUN EVER HOCUS POCUS 2 CONFESS, FLETCH See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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ABC 7's Dan Ashley fills in for Mark today. His guests include: Washington Post Reporter Brittany Shammas live in Key West bringing us the latest details on the impact of Hurricane Ian ABC 7 Weather Forecaster Spencer Christian, discussing hurricanes and climate change Rocket Expert David Ray, discussing his company's involvement in the Artemis Rocket Program Christopher J. Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer at First Republic Bank, discussing the drop in the stock market and how to navigate a bear market See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ABC 7's Dan Ashley fills in for Mark today and discusses the bear market with Christopher J. Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer at First Republic Private Wealth ManagementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Wednesday's complete podcast as Chris Merrill fills in for The Mark Thompson Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
According to a new study, being unhappy or lonely speeds up aging more tan smoking. Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, reviews the study.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, asks an important question amid fire season - where do you go when your town burns down?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Forest service seizes PG&E equipment as part of fire probe, Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hurricane Ian has postponed the January 6th committee hearings, Chris Merrill shares details as he fills in for Mark Thompson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Autonomous vehicles are coming and when they do, we are checking out! Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, has all the details you need to know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
47 Alameda County sheriff's deputies were stripped of their weapons and badges over the weekend after an audit revealed that they had received unsatisfactory scores on psychological exams. Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, shares details on the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SFO airport restaurant workers are on the second day of their strike, demanding better wages and health care. Chris Merrill shares details on "striketober" as he fills in for Mark Thompson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, shares the true sign of the holiday season - no, it isn't the Pumpkin-Spice Lattes or themed decorations in stores - it is the beginning of government shutdowns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We know gas is more expensive in California. But why is it so much more expensive? California's gas is nearly $2 more per gallon when compared to the national average. Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, asks who is the blame for the price. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Floridians have turned their attention away from importing and exporting asylum seekers from Texas to prepare for what could be a monster hurricane. Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, shares details on Hurricane Ian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President Joe Biden says the pandemic is over. But, Dr. John Swartzberg, MD, FACP, Professor Emeritus of the UC Berkeley School of Public Health, Infectious Disease and Vaccinology joins Chris Merrill, as he fills in for Mark Thompson, to explain why the virus ending isn't a simple yes or no answer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Restaurant workers at SFO are putting down their tools and picking up posters to protest their working conditions. Chris Merrill, filling in for Mark Thompson, tells KGO 810 listeners why they need to BYOS - bring your own snacks - to the airport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jefferson Graham, Host of PhotowalksTV.com, co-host iPhonePhotoshow podcast, and former USA Today Columnist joins Mark Thompson to talk about the new iPhone 14. Listen to find out when Graham's next free Photowalk event is in the city!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Mills, Coordinator at Action for Animals, joins Mark Thompson to discuss ending animal cruelty at the rodeo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
La Luz del Mundo, a megachurch leader, addresses his followers in Mexico from a Los Angeles prison phone.Mark Thompson shares details of his charges in a mini "Televangelist Theatre".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Juju Chang, ABC Nightline co-anchor, joins Mark Thompson to discuss returning from the UK after covering the death of Queen Elizabeth II.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe Ferullo, award-winning media executive, producer, and journalist is with Mark Thompson to share his thoughts on a New York City weatherman who was fired after his webcam nudes leaked. What do you think?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Cay Johnston, co-founder of DCReport, Pulitzer Prize Winner and 4-time bestselling author talks to Mark Thompson about the power of personality in regard to world leaders and authoritarianism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arrests along the United States - Mexico border exceed 2 million a year for the first time. Mark Thompson explains in "Bowling with Biden".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Californians will be able to choose human composting as their burial method starting in 2027. Listen to Mark Thompson discuss the burying alternative. Plus a special moment for National Gibberish Day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mark Thompson shares KGO 810 listener reactions to Queen Elizabeth II's casket and funeral.Plus, Pat Thurston joins the show to share what she will be discussing from 12 pm - 4 pm!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.