Podcast appearances and mentions of Amy King

(Friday 08/29/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. Newsom says he'll increase CHP presence in major cities, touts progress in crime. Trump picks top RFK Jr. deputy Jim O'Neill as interim CDC leader. US Air Force to provide military funeral honors for veteran killed on January 6th. Trump administration approves sale of 3,350 extended range missiles to Ukraine.

(August 28, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Community mourns as officials seek motive in Minneapolis shooting. Emmanuel Haro's father admitted to jail informant he killed baby: report. White House fired CDC director who says RFK Jr. is ‘weaponizing public health.'

(August 27, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Parents of missing baby Emmanuel Haro appear in court on murder charges. FEMA workers put on leave after signing letter warning of Trump's overhaul of the agency. Hamas challenges Israeli account of Gaza hospital attack that killed 21. California Republican lawmaker proposes ‘two-state solution' in response to redistricting fight. The engagement heard around the world, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy talks about President Trump's move to fire Federal Reserve Governor. KTLA & KFI technology reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Rich talks about the NEW Apple iPhone 17, Google translate upgrade, Facebook getting into your camera roll, and Chuck's Arcade. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with documentary, commercial, and editorial photographer Morgan Lieberman about ‘The Age of Incarceration,' where she captures the testimony and experiences of nine of the last survivors of Japanese American incarceration, 80 years after the war ended and these people were released.

(Tuesday Aug 26,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump, California Republicans move to block Newsom's redistricting ballot measure. Expect health insurance prices to rise next year, brokers and experts say. LAPD busts gang behind nearly 100 break-ins, seizing high-end jewelry and guns. Trump signs order targeting anyone that burns the American flag.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show sharing the latest out of Washington D.C. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous talks about Kilmar Abrego being held in Virginia as battle continues over deportation. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg joins the show to talk about the latest in business and what is affecting the markets today. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard talking about credit card spending slowing and stock market influencing.

(August 25,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. 4 journalists among 19 killed by Israeli strike on Gaza hospital. National Guard troops in D.C. to begin carrying firearms. Repeat sex offender charged in multiple ‘butt sniffing' incidents arrested again in Burbank. Baby Emmanuel Haro's father seen with deputies in remote Moreno Valley amid search for child's body. U.S. immigrant population down by more than 1MIL people amid Trump crackdown.

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Guy Davies opens the show talking about Russia and Ukraine launching new strikes. KFI national reporter Rory O'Neill speaks on a new scam draining retirement funds. Bloomberg Media's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous about new details from Ghislaine Maxwell DOJ interview.  

(August 20, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. California redistricting hearing on new congressional map turns heated as Republicans mount opposition campaign. Trump says the Smithsonian focuses too much on the negative aspects of U.S history. L.A. delays Palisades fire report at request of federal officials. Southern California city launches webpage to track immigration raids.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show discussing President Trump saying he has ‘definitively ruled out' the United States sending troops to Ukraine. ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Mike talks about OpenAI's rocky GPT-5 rollout out gives a review on the latest Pixel smartphone. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Dan Swchwartzman discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with CEA Chief Mitigation Officer for the California Earthquake Authority Janiele Maffei about their grant program to brace and bolt older homes to their foundation to protect against earthquakes.

(Tuesday Aug 19,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump, European leaders press for Ukraine-Russia negotiations. the ‘Ketamine Queen' who sold drugs to ‘Friends' star Mathew Perry pleads guilty and avoids trial. Beaches close in Mid-Atlantic as Hurricane Erin brings deadly rip currents. US State Department has revoked more than 6,000 student visas, officials say.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  KFI White House correspondent John Decker joins the show to discuss Trump and Zelenskyy meeting and what comes next. Amy talks with parenting expert Richard Ramos about the FBI's new ‘Crime in Schools' report. ABC News correspondent Brian Clark talks about the ‘Ketamine Queen' who sold drugs to ‘Friends' star Mathew Perry pleading guilty and avoiding trial. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg joins the show to talk about the latest in business and what is affecting the markets today. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard talking about ARMS making a comeback and Gen Z not knowing anything about their credit score.

(August 18,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump tells Zelenskyy Ukraine cannot reclaim Crimea, be a NATO member. Gaza: Leaked recording reveals ex-Israeli military intelligence chief calling 50,000 deaths ‘necessary.' San Bernardino County Sheriff's investigators ‘cannot rule out foul play' after mom reported baby boy ‘kidnapped' in Yucaipa. Storm strengthens to category 4 near Bahamas.

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Brian Clark opens the show talking about the ongoing saga in the Texas House of Representatives. ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy speaks on more states sending National Guard to DC. Bloomberg Media's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with KFI White House correspondent John Decker about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy headed to the Oval Office.

(Friday 08/15/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. California will move forward with redistricting vote to counter Texas. Border Patrol agents stage show of force at Newsom event. Man fleeing what he heard as a Home Depot immigration raid killed on SoCal freeway. Hunter Biden gives blunt two-word response to Melania Trump threats of $1BIL defamation lawsuit. Dow set to open in record territory as Wall Street gets rate-cut fever.

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC national reporter Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the Trump-Putin summit taking place in Alaska later today. 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 10 reasons why design matters most. Amy catches up with KFI correspondent Heather Brooker who would like you to ‘clean LA with me.' Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give the latest on business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss with the ‘Entertainment Report.' Today, Will shares Netflix's record-breaker, an Alien spin-off, and a peak behind the reality tv curtain.

(August 14, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Europeans strike upbeat note after Trump hears them out on Putin summit demands. Germany and allies to send major military aid package to Ukraine using new NATO supply line. Air Canada plans to lock out its flight attendants and cancel all flights starting this weekend. Melania Trump demands Hunter Biden retract ‘extremely salacious' Epstein comments.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show liver from Jerusalem to speak on IDF Chief approving new Gaza attack plan. Amy takes us ‘Out and About' to Look! Cinemas in Glendale and Jurassic World: Rebirth. Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest regarding business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan talking about gaining ground on scammers who target senior citizens.

(August 13, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump-Putin summit to take place at U.S military base in Anchorage. White House says it can fine or jail homeless in D.C. Texas democrats weigh return to state in redistricting showdown. Boil water notice lifted for Granada Hills, Porter Ranch. Spirit Airlines warns it could be out of business within the year.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News' Patrick Reevell opens the show talking about more than 118,000 Russian troops positioning themselves at Ukraine frontline ahead of Friday's peace talks in Alaska. KFI & KTLA tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Rich talks about Perplexity $35BIL offer to Chrome, ChatGPT connecting to Google, AOL ending, BBB passports, and Sling TV launching a day pass. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC national news correspondent Steven Portnoy about options for DC's homeless and Trump and Vance having a virtual call with Zelenskyy.

(Tuesday Aug 12,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump declared federal control of DC police and deployed the National Guard. Los Angeles Unified School District plans new bus routes, safe zones to keep students safe from immigration raids. Judge won't unseal Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury transcripts. Trump extends China tariff truce by three months.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy joins the show to discuss DC Mayor Muriel Bowser reaction to an increase in federal law enforcement. Amy talks with the co-founder of Midsummer Scream Claire Dunlap. This horror convention is taking place this weekend at Marriott Long Beach Downtown. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg joins the show to talk about the latest in business and what is affecting the markets today. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard talking about BNPL not wanting to play nice, low-feed real estate agents, executive orders and private assets.

(August 11,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. The legal battle of the use of the National Guard moves to a California courtroom. Israel kills Al Jazeera journalist is says was Hamas leader. L.A. tells Porter Ranch, Granada Hills residents: Turn off that tap. KFU Radio technical director rescued from burning car after L.A. freeway crash.

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News political analyst Steve Roberts opens the show talking about the redistricting battle in Texas heating up. Amy shares an update on KFI team member Foosh who was involved in a horrible car accident and pulled from a burning car. Bloomberg Media's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker about Trump and Putin set to meet on Friday.

(Friday 08/08/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. Netanyahu divides Israelis and allies with plan to take over Gaza. Water service outage in Porter Ranch, Granda Hills: More than 9,000 LADWP customers still without service. Fast-growing Canyon fire forces evacuations amid SoCal heat wave. 6-year-old boy attacked by coyote during sister's softball game in Carson. EPA kills $7BIL in grants for rooftop solar panels.

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC national reporter Jim Ryan opens the show talking about the Texas House preparing to reconvene and awol democrats facing possible arrest. 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 how to ‘move a house.' Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give the latest on business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss with the ‘Entertainment Report.' Today, Will shares something to scream about and something to ‘Freak' out about plus the season finale of ‘The Gilded Age.'

(August 07, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump's tariffs take effect today. President Trump and Putin to meet in coming days, Kremlin aide says. A sergeant is accused of shooting 5 soldiers in his unit at Fort Stewart. Homeowners say Army Corps. Botched L.A. fire cleanup, agency documents concur. Boil water notice issues for portions of L.A. County. United Airlines flights resume after it resolves technology glitch.

(August 06, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump envoy Witcoff meets Putin in Moscow ahead of Ukraine ceasefire deadline. Bill and Hillary Clinton in congressional Epstein probe. President Trump names himself chair of L.A. Olympics task force, sees role for military during games. Epstein's ex, Ghislaine Maxwell, doesn't want grand jury transcripts released.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News' Ines de la Cuetara opens the show talking about a ‘productive' call between Trump and Zelenskyy as Putin deadline approaches. KFI & KTLA tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Rich talks about Verizon's new NFL Sunday Ticket deal, Roku launching their own streaming service, AI powered storybooks, and the new Tesla drive-in diner now open in Hollywood. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC national news correspondent Steven Portnoy about the House Oversight Chair issuing subpoenas for Epstein files, depositions the Clintons.

(Tuesday Aug 05,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Texas redistricting move would ‘trigger' new California maps, Newsom says. Texas House GOP votes to issue civil arrest warrants for fleeing Democrats. US DOJ to open grand jury to investigate Obama officials, source says. Netanyahu to urge ‘full conquest' of Gaza as ceasefire talks reach an impasse. Birth from embryo frozen for more than 30 years believed to be a record.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan joins the show to discuss the redistricting battle taking place in Texas. KFI correspondent Rory O'Neill speaks on tariffs and holiday decorations. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg joins the show to talk about the latest in business and what is affecting the markets today. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard talking about tax breaks on EV and Americans paying $1000 a month for their car.

(August 04,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump defends firing labor statistics chief after weak jobs report. Gov. Greg Abbott threatens Texas House Democrats with removal from office for fleeing state. Hamas says it will allow aid for hostages if Israel halts airstrikes, opens permanent humanitarian corridors. DOJ is walking back the White House's goal to arrest 3,000 illegal immigrants per day.

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to talk about shortages in aid in Gaza. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the fallout over Bureau of Labor statistics firing. Bloomberg Media's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with the Director of Animal Services in Mission Viejo Brynn Lavison about the Wild Tunes Initiative.

(Friday 08/01/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. Another late-night Trump trade twist hours before the world hit go. Bear trouble in Sierra Madre: After the Eaton Fire, home invasions rise sharply. California files suit to resort Planned Parenthood funding. Proposed 72-hour train route between LA, NY eyes 2026 debut. Cal Fire opens new firefighter training center as feds remain understaffed.

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC national reporter Jim Ryan opens the show talking about BBB warning about fake tickets and phony events this Summer. 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 how to make the most out of a small room. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give the latest on business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss with the ‘Entertainment Report.'

(July 31, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Kamala Harris will not run for California governor in 2026. L.A City Council bans N-word and C-word at meetings. Arab states call on Hamas to disarm and relinquish power in unprecedented move. Texas House Republicans unveil new congressional map that looks to pick up 5 GOP seats. Dems invoke rare federal law to force release of Epstein files… here's how it works.

(July 30, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. 8.8 magnitude earthquake hits off Russia's far east. US, China tariff truce holds for now but US says Trump has final say. Maxwell offers to testify before Congress but with major conditions, including immunity. Palestinian activist who worked on Oscar-winning film killed in West Bank.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News' Josh Margolin opens the show talking about new details emerging about the NYC gunman. KFI & KTLA tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Rich talks about BitChat Bluetooth messaging app, YouTube's AI based teen protections, and how to transfer photos from your phone to a flash drive. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC national news correspondent Steven Portnoy about Maxwell asking for immunity in exchange for testimony.

(July 29,2025)Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Gunman fatally shoots office and 3 others in Midtown Manhattan office tower. Trump says there is ‘real starvation' in Gaza and U.S. will set up food centers. Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell urges Supreme Court to overturn her conviction. Shooting in Reno casino Grand Sierra Resort leaves 3 dead and 3 hurt, authorities say. Deion Sanders had his bladder removed after a tumor as found.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy joins the show to discuss the lawyers for Ghislane Maxwell making an appeal to the Supreme Court. KFi national reporter Rory O'Neill talks about Las Vegas not being as popular as it once was. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg Media joins Wake Up Call to share the latest in business and what is trending on Wall Street. The show closes with KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker talking about Ukraine and a possible peace deal.

(July 25, 2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. DOJ met with longtime Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell. French President Macron says France will recognize Palestine as a state. LAPD announces strategy to ‘restore peace' to Encino residents. 9th Circuit upholds block on checks for California ammunition buyers. Trump signs executive order aimed at making it easier to remove homeless people from the streets.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call.  ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the DOJ meeting with longtime Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell. The host of “Home' on KFI the House Whisperer Dean Sharp joins the show to discuss outdoor furnishings. We ‘Get in Your Business' with Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe discussing business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss speaking on Happy Gilmore 2. The Fantastic Four, and The Hunting Wives.

(July 24, 2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Bryan Kohberger speaks just three words when given chance to explain why he killed four Idaho college students. Edison offers to pay Eaton fire victims for damages, in move to avoid litigation. House subcommittee votes to subpoena DOJ for Epstein files.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show talking about a troubling rumbling beneath Yellowstone National Park. ABC News' Steven Portnoy speaks on Ghislaine Maxwell being subpoenaed and WSJ reporting Trump was informed he appears in the Epstein files. Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest regarding business and Wall Street. The show closes with ABC News national correspondent Rory O'Neill talking about the Idaho murder sentencing.

(July 23, 2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Ozzy Osbourne, heavy metal music legend, dead at 76. Trump accuses Obama of ‘treason' in the Oval Office. Justice Dept. reaches out to Ghislane Maxwell, a longtime Epstein associate. Man charged in ‘American Idol' exec. Killings used the couple's gun to kill them and called 911 afterward, DA says. Trump says trade deal struck with Japan includes 15% tariff.

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News' Patrick Reevell opens the show talking about Russia and Ukraine setting up for talks. ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Mike talks about OpenAI's new ‘Agent,' and the first major federal Crypto Law. Courtney Donohoe from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy talking about the House ending legislative session early over Epstein impasse.

(July 22,2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who became America's spn Theo Huxtable on ‘The Cosby Show,' dies at 54. Marines leaving Los Angeles, Pentagon says. House halts as Republicans try to shut Epstein votes down. Israel condemned by 28 nations over “inhumane killing” of Gaza civilians and “drip feeding of aid” as war expands. Price tag for LA fires pegged at $654BIL.

(July 18, 2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. New U.S assessment finds American strikes destroyed only one of three Iranian nuclear sites. ‘The Late Show with Steven Colbert' to end May 2026. House passes Trump's $9BIL DOGE cuts package. Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a minor vein condition, after noticing swelling in legs.

(July 17, 2025)Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Trump growing more frustrated with Epstein questions amid building GOP pressure to release documents. Manhattan prosecutor who handled Epstein cases fired. Los Angeles county jails are handing inmates to ICE for the first time in years. Trump administration rescinds $4BIL in US funding for California high-speed rail project. Politician apologizes for ‘satirical' video calling on gangs to organize against ICE.

(July 16, 2025)Happy 32 years in the morning on KFI Bill Handel! Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. 2,000 National Guardsmen being withdrawn from Los Angeles mission, the Pentagon confirms. Arrest made in shooting deaths of ‘American Idol' music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband Thomas Deluca inside Encino home. AG Bondi says there's no change to her position on Epstein after Trump suggests she could release more files. Russia rejects Trump's demand for a Ukraine war ceasefire in 50 days as unacceptable.