Podcast appearances and mentions of justin worsham

HOUR 3 (06/24) – Gary & Shannon cover the latest developments from the Boyle Heights warehouse fire, the start of the Palisades Fire jury trial, a 5.6 earthquake in Northern California, and FIFA's decision to mandate hydration breaks for players.In #SwampWatch, they discuss the growing influence of Democratic Socialists following major wins in New York City, President Trump's push to pass the SAVE Act, conflicting claims over Iran's willingness to allow nuclear inspections, and whether today's AI chatbots are politically biased or simply telling users what they want to hear.Plus, comedian and parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to explain why youth sports may be one of the best investments parents can make and tackles the surprisingly divisive question of whether parents should be allowed to enjoy a drink, or even a joint, while watching their kids play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.03) – Gary breaks down the latest California election results as Karen Bass appears headed for the general election and Spencer Pratt continues to outperform expectations. Plus, a Bakersfield bank hostage situation, a massive cross-border drug tunnel discovered beneath the U.S.-Mexico border, and Uber's annual list of the strangest items left behind in rides.In #SwampWatch, Gary covers ethics questions facing Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Trump's Iowa endorsement setback, and Ukraine's latest strike inside Russia.Then, #Parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to explore what American parents can learn from Japan's remarkably independent children, why kids there help run their own schools, and what research says about screens, self-control, and whether taking away a phone actually works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (05.13) – the Murdaugh conviction gets overturned, President Trump meets with President Xi amid Iran tensions, and #Parenting spirals into stories about parents trying to get teachers fired and families outraged over $100 sports fees.• #WhatsHappening → President Trump meets with Xi Jinping as tensions with Iran continue complicating trade negotiations• South Carolina overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder conviction and orders a new trial• Plus: California’s governor race continues consolidating around Xavier Becerra while Steve Hilton holds strong Republican support• Also: the drug counselor tied to Matthew Perry’s ketamine overdose faces sentencing, and Conan O'Brien is asked back to host the Oscars again• #SWAMPWATCH → China’s role as Iran’s top oil buyer takes center stage during Trump’s overseas meetings• Gary & Shannon also break down a bizarre report on President Trump’s Truth Social posting habits, FDA shakeups involving Marty Makary, and FBI Director Kash Patel trading barbs with Congress during a very unserious hearing• Then it’s #Parenting with Justin Worsham → including stories from teachers sharing the wild reasons parents tried getting them fired• The hour wraps with a debate over growing outrage surrounding $100 fees just to let kids play high school sportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (04.29) – Marla Tellez joins Gary as the hour bounces from headlines to parenting debates that hit a nerve.• #WhatsHappening → James Comey turns himself in, severe weather hits Texas, and Costco tweaks its iconic $1.50 combo• Side moment → Gary’s birthday gift for Marla sparks a lighter turn• #SWAMPWATCH → Iran pressure continues as economic questions linger → new Supreme Court ruling reshapes voting map battles• Oddities → passports featuring Donald Trump begin limited rollout• #Parenting with Justin Worsham → quality vs quantity debate → what actually matters more to kids?• Bigger question → are we overthinking parenting… or missing the point entirely?• Viral parenting moment → kid forced to destroy his gaming console → discipline or overcorrection?• Final debate → punishment vs teaching… and what actually sticksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (04.22) – A mix of headlines, politics, and parenting that lands on a surprisingly simple idea: maybe “no” is back.• #WhatsHappening → electric scooter liability shifting to parents, rare California tornadoes, and NFL Draft buzz building• #SWAMPWATCH → Iran ceasefire updates, White House midterm strategy, and a new redistricting move out of Virginia• A GaS baby is named → listener moment delivers “Theodore” (with Elmer nearly taking it)• #Parenting with Justin Worsham → the pendulum swings back from gentle parenting, and why boundaries—and hearing “no”—might matter more than ever• The bigger debate → discipline vs. over-correction, and how every household now plays by its own rulesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (04.08) – Global tension meets everyday parenting in a perfectly unpredictable final hour.• In #WhatsHappening, fallout continues from escalating Iran tensions, with new negotiations underway and questions around the President’s “wipe out a civilization” remark — plus rain finally headed to SoCal.• In #SwampWatch, the debate turns domestic, including calls to bring back the TSA shoes-off rule and what safety really looks like now.• Then in #Parenting, Justin Worsham joins as the viral “Jessica” trend takes over — a bizarre but effective way to snap kids out of tantrums.• The conversation turns real, with parenting in the age of social media, breakups, and how kids connect today vs. how we used to.• The hour wraps with Justin’s wild fundraiser hair, more parenting chaos, and a reminder to check it out on IG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (04.01) – A Supreme Court battle, a bizarre political twist, and a surprisingly heated debate over how to eat a KitKat.• In #WhatsHappening, President Trump prepares to address the nation, while a strange twist emerges in the Kristi Noem story.• In #SwampWatch, Gary & Shannon break down the ongoing Supreme Court battle over birthright citizenship and what’s actually at stake.• In #Parenting, Justin Worsham joins as the conversation somehow turns into a full-on KitKat debate, with Shannon’s eating method under fire.• The discussion shifts to parenting philosophies — were the ’60s and ’70s raising tougher kids, or is that just nostalgia?• The hour wraps with five habits of raising resilient, capable kids, and what actually works today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#WhatsHappening, a jury awards $3 million in a major tech case as the punitive phase begins, plus updates on the LaGuardia crash and ongoing TSA staffing issues causing long lines nationwide.• The conversation takes a turn as Shannon attempts to explain Lord of the Rings… and declares Gollum is dead (apparently).• Chris Merrill joins as the group hilariously admits they can’t handle compliments, and Andy teases his upcoming appearance on Merrill & Monks.• In #Parenting, Justin Worsham joins to talk about why new parents need hobbies and how to treat self-care as essential.• The hour wraps with a focus on relationships during parenthood, and why couples can’t lose sight of each other during major life changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show – KFI host Heather Brooker, and Real-Estate Agent and Parenting Expert, Justin Worsham take the stage to roast Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren during the Gary & Shannon 10-Year Anniversary Party. In front of a packed room of listeners and friends of the show, Heather and Justin deliver a hilarious live roast filled with jokes about Gary, Shannon, the show, and their decade on the air together. The moment became one of the highlights of the night as the KFI family celebrated 10 years of Gary & Shannon on KFI AM 640 with the listeners who helped make it happen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03.11) – Gary & Shannon cover a potential drone threat to California, political media drama, and parenting advice for raising successful kids.• During #WhatsHappening, the FBI warns that Iran has aspirations to launch a drone attack targeting California in retaliation for the ongoing war, noting Iran’s relationships and presence in Mexico that could potentially be leveraged.• Gary & Shannon also cover the day’s trending stories including record-breaking heat expected across Southern California through Saturday.• In #SwampWatch, the conversation continues around the Iran drone threat and possible cartel connections, along with reports that Secretary of War Hegseth may restrict press access to avoid unflattering photos and video. Gary & Shannon discuss experiencing similar issues with bad photos themselves.• Parenting with Justin Worsham returns with six ways parents can prepare their kids for a successful career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (03/09) - The anniversary party was everything, oil keeps climbing, Iran has a new hardliner in charge, and airports are in chaos. Thank you for 10 incredible years! Producer Michelle Kube was the real MVP — Carl won the e-bike (he's been at every event for a decade!), Justin Worsham cried, Heather Brooker owned the roast, Erin Hughes killed it with photography, Brewery X's Kyle & Becca, Tony Sorrentino on audio, and a brand new logo! Oil surges to $96/barrel dragging down global markets — what does this mean for gas prices? Iran's new Supreme Leader: Khamenei's son Mojtaba, 56, allegedly more hardline than his father — Gary & Shannon assume his days might be numbered Dak Prescott backs out of destination wedding in Lake Como — Shannon: "he's just scared of a ring" ISIS-inspired attack near NYC mayor's Gracie Mansion, shooting outside Rihanna's mansion from a woman in a white Tesla #TerrorInTheSkies: DHS shutdown has airports telling travelers to arrive 4 hours early, passengers kicked off flights for security scare and refusing to use headphones See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03/04) - #WhatsHappening, #SwampWatch, and #Parenting gets real about raising kids in LA. #WhatsHappening: Apple drops a budget Mac and iPhone, LA fighting with local cannabis companies, Trader Joe's glass shards recall, Braves outfielder suspended for the season after second positive test #SwampWatch: Iran strikes continue, Turkey shoots down an Iranian flying object, Texas and North Carolina primary results #Parenting with Justin Worsham: millennial parents who grew up comfortably middle class can't provide the same basics for their kids Justin's kids don't even want to raise families in LA — and who can blame them? The business of baby naming, Gary reveals who he's named after, jokes ensue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (02/25) - #WhatsHappening, #SwampWatch, new Carvalho details and a parenting segment that might change how you think about stepparenting. #WhatsHappening: Carvalho raid latest, Wu-Tang Clan founding member dead at 52 with cause of death revealed, and new developments in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez & D4vd case Another winery leaves Napa and California #SwampWatch: Dr. Casey Means grilled on Capitol Hill over vaccines, Kamala Harris triggering 2028 presidential run rumors despite denials New Carvalho detail: a $1.5M donation to a non-profit he created right before becoming Miami superintendent — investigated but cleared #Parenting with Justin Worsham: "nacho parenting" — the new stepparent strategy that says "not your kid, not your problem" and how to stay involved without burning o See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon hit #WhatsHappening with the Guthrie latest, Zuckerberg in court, and a man who sued Buffalo Wild Wings for not enough meat on their boneless wings. Breaking from the tech trial: the judge issued a warning about smart glasses in the courtroom. SwampWatch covers NYC's experience with socialism and Trump's State of the Union set for Tuesday night. Then #Parenting with expert Justin Worsham, who joins to talk about why being the "fun parent" full time backfires and a Swiss study tracking 1,500 teens that found parent-child conflict peaks at age 13.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#Parenting with expert Justin Worsham, who joins to talk about why being the "fun parent" full time backfires and a Swiss study tracking 1,500 teens that found parent-child conflict peaks at age 13.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pam Bondi faces a Capitol Hill grilling over the Epstein files on SwampWatch. The New York Times editorial board reverses course and admits it got marijuana legalization wrong. Plus, Justin Worsham joins for double-header Parenting segment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon talk about Gary’s fear of social media and why nothing ever truly disappears once it’s posted. They dive into #SWAMPWATCH, covering Mitch McConnell, new scrutiny around Bill and Melinda Gates, and the sentencing of attempted assassin Ryan Routh. The hour continues with frustration over the lack of clear information in the Guthrie case, Gary’s blunt reaction to the fallout involving former Bachelor host Chris Hansen, and a parenting conversation with Justin Worsham about unconditional love and the troubling rise of teens using dating apps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A parenting conversation with Justin Worsham about unconditional love and the troubling rise of teens using dating apps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 blends politics, perspective, and parenting as Gary and Shannon move from #SwampWatch into a candid look at why millennials feel stuck, broke, and behind. Plus, parenting expert Justin Worsham joins to unpack outdated phrases, modern parent stress, and whether people without kids are actually happier.• #SwampWatch: The latest political noise and power plays.• Millennial Reality Check: Why this generation may be the first to go backward—and can’t even afford a midlife crisis.• #Parenting: Justin Worsham on boomer phrases that miss the mark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Pomona laundromat turned into a horror scene after a machete-wielding man attacked a family for wearing 49ers gear. Gary and Shannon discuss the terrifying rise in sports rage and a father receiving death threats over his 4-year-old’s NFL picks. Plus, parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to debate if parents should let their kids curse at home. Laundromat Attack: A George Kittle jersey triggers a violent rampage in Pomona. NFL Betting Rage: Why a 4-year-old’s playoff picks sparked actual death threats. Parenting with Justin Worsham: The pros and cons of allowing "open-ness" with cursing. #SwampWatch: The latest political fallout as the markets react to the Davos summit. New Year Hopes: Justin shares his kids' goals for the new school semester. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Andy open the hour with #SwampWatch, first reacting to reports of a Verizon outage and concerns about whether a wider telecom disruption could be coming, before shifting into the day’s biggest political headlines.The hour then turns to #Parenting as Justin Worsham joins the show, rainbow hair and all, to talk about scaling back school commitments, finding space for creativity in a world of constant stimulation, and how living in an age of instant gratification can create its own kind of manufactured anxiety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off the hour with #SwampWatch, breaking down the seizure of a sanctions-busting oil tanker tied to Russia and Venezuela, new U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine tied to a potential ceasefire, and the latest developments in President Trump’s Venezuela oil strategy. The conversation shifts to Hollywood intrigue as Warner Bros. Discovery rejects a revised Paramount offer, fueling questions about debt, consolidation, and why Netflix still looms large. The show then welcomes Gary & Shannon’s new producer, before pivoting to #Parenting with Justin Worsham, where a shocking hair color delays the segment and forces listeners to Instagram. The hour wraps with a candid, hilarious, and slightly terrifying discussion about what happens when kids overhear things they absolutely weren’t meant to… and then use it against you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#Parenting with Justin Worsham, where a shocking hair color delays the segment and forces listeners to Instagram. The hour wraps with a candid, hilarious, and slightly terrifying discussion about what happens when kids overhear things they absolutely weren’t meant to… and then use it against you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick things off with a deep-space mystery as 3I/ATLAS — a recently detected interstellar object — behaves in ways that don’t quite add up. Is it just a strange cosmic visitor, or is the internet getting ahead of itself with alien theories? They’re then joined by The Dad Podcast host Justin Worsham to unpack the rise of “gentle parenting” — what it actually means, how it differs from authoritarian parenting, and why setting firm boundaries doesn’t require raising your voice. The conversation tackles the controversial question of whether a little discipline crosses into harm, or if that framing misses the point entirely. The hour wraps with Gary embracing his role as a human population-census supercomputer, proving once again that useless facts can be extremely useful.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re then joined by The Dad Podcast host Justin Worsham to unpack the rise of “gentle parenting” — what it actually means, how it differs from authoritarian parenting, and why setting firm boundaries doesn’t require raising your voice. The conversation tackles the controversial question of whether a little discipline crosses into harm, or if that framing misses the point entirely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon open the hour with breaking news that the iHeart Holiday Party is happening during their show yet again, meaning they’ll miss the festivities while corporate karaoke carries on without them. They go through the official karaoke list with Board Wizard Elmer, hype their dream duet of “Islands in the Stream,” and then dive into a fresh #SwampWatch covering the Fed’s half-point rate cut, Trump’s latest rally in Pennsylvania, and a judge granting the release of the long-awaited Epstein files.The newly christened “Fonzy and Sprinkles” elves make their official debut as part of the GaS Holiday Family, and listeners are urged to follow their daily mischief on Instagram @GaryandShannon. Gary and Shannon also swap horror stories about timeshares — from Gary being pitched by his late father’s old company to Shannon enduring a pressure-cooker sales presentation she couldn’t escape fast enough.The hour closes with another edition of #Parenting with Justin Worsham, who tries to run a serious segment while Shannon accidentally steamrolls him with comedy. They unpack how parents should handle the birds-and-bees talk in the age of AI and online content, and Justin reflects on his own early heartbreak and proof that one awkward conversation is never enough when it comes to preparing kids for real life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a packed episode of #SwampWatch, breaking down the latest political shake-ups. Then we pivot to one of the wildest stories of the week—a drunk raccoon in Virginia that had an entire neighborhood talking. And rounding it all out, Justin Worsham joins for another sharp, funny session of Parenting, offering insights and laughs every parent can relate to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s #SwampWatch, Gary kicks things off live from News & Brews. Justin Worsham joins the show to talk real estate and plenty of fun from the event. Plus, Luchador Brewing co-founder Jaime Benson stops by to share the story behind the brewery and preview this weekend’s big community event Hops in the Hills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s #SwampWatch, Gary and Shannon break down what’s brewing in D.C. — plus, why paying with your credit card might soon get a lot more complicated. We dig into Target’s new “1–4” policy, and parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to talk career vs. kids, and what really happens when parents take away the iPad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to talk career vs. kids, and what really happens when parents take away the iPad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon hit every flavor: from political sweetness to parental real talk! They start with a quick #SwampWatch update on President Trump's Miami rally and the Democrats' post-election victory lap, then shift gears to something even more irresistible… donuts.

Justin W. dives into the realities of modern parenting — from helicopter habits and college parent Facebook groups to real parents confessing their biggest mistakes. Honest, funny, and refreshingly real, this episode reminds us that no one gets parenting perfectly right — and that's what makes it beautiful.

Gary and Shannon kick off the hour with a bizarrely heartwarming story, a bear caught visiting other bears at the zoo. Was it a reunion… or a prison visit?Then it's #SWAMPWATCH, where they cover the ongoing government shutdown, Hunter Biden's public comments, and Scott Weiner's run for Pelosi's seat. Later, they dive into the rise of testosterone therapy among women (and Real Housewives), before Justin Worsham joins for #Parenting: where the gang debates overprotective parents, car trouble lessons, and the three skills every kid needs before AI takes over.

Gary and Shannon put Justin Worsham in the hot seat — first over his lack of football knowledge, then about modern parenting. The trio dives into how parents are so focused on keeping kids “feeling good” that they're robbing them of learning how to handle life's inevitable setbacks. Justin also shares how a little car trouble with his son turned into a lesson on independence and problem-solving — plus, the three job skills every parent should teach their kids before AI takes over.

Gary and Shannon pitch their new “vertical short” Space Wars before diving into #SWAMPWATCH, where they break down the latest out of D.C., including President Trump accusing TIME Magazine of digitally “disappearing” his hair. Shannon's directorial debut keeps the team distracted as #TerrorInTheSkies unfolds: an American Airlines flight forced to turn around after passengers reported a mysterious odor. Plus, WestJet plans to charge for reclining seats. Later, Parenting with Justin Worsham tackles whether we're creating struggles just to feel challenged, and why California might be forgetting its seniors.

Gary and Shannon bring in their friend, Justin Worsham, to talk whether we're creating struggles just to feel challenged, and why California might be forgetting its seniors.

Gary and Shannon start Hour 3 with updates from the DOJ's Palisades Fire press conference, where KFI's Michael Monks joins the show to break down new details on the 29-year-old arson suspect behind the devastating blaze.Then it's time for #SwampWatch, with fresh headlines out of D.C.: including reports that former Special Counsel Jack Smith spied on a dozen Republican Senators, and a new poll revealing where voters stand on President Trump.The hour closes with #Parenting as Justin Worsham joins the show to talk about what parents do with their kids' art projects and whether AI could soon be raising our children…literally.

#PARENTING – Parenting expert shares six phrases that make kids listen to you. How parents can stop sibling rivalry before it starts.

#PARENTING – Talking to Kids About Porn, Parents Don't Need to Try Harder – to Ease Parenting Stress, Forget Self-Reliance and Look for Ways to Share the Care.

#SWAMPWATCH – Epstein Files / Parenting with Justin Worsham

Gary and Shannon are joined by Justin Worsham, to talk - 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.

#SWAMPWATCH – The House is at a standstill as Speaker Johnson's handpicked committee rebels over Epstein. What are the odds of having a boy or girl? It's not random; a study shows. Coming up in the last two segments is #PARENTING with Justin Worsham!

Researchers caution against 'technoference'—the impact of multitasking in parenting and social media use. #PARENTING – 14 outdated parenting beliefs that Boomers struggle to abandon.

Jonathan Haidt Urges Fathers to Engage in ‘Risk-Taking' Play with Kids and does Strength-Based Parenting Actually Work? 

Gary and Shannon are reporting the latest news from Washington, D.C. #TerrorInTheSkies & #Parenting with Justin Worsham

Justin Worsham joins Gary to talk: PARENTING – Teens of any age who drink alcohol with their parents' permission drink more as young adults /A Psychologist Who Studies Kids and Screens Just Shared His Biggest Parenting Regret.

Michael brings the latest from Palm Springs where an explosion killed one person, possibly the suspect, and heavily damaged a fertility clinic in what federal investigators have called an act of terrorism. Then real estate agent Justin Worsham joins Michael to talk about the new report showing just how much somebody needs to make in order to buy the average house in Southern California. Spoiler alert: It's a lot.

(Friday 04/11/25)Finance expert Jared Dillian joins the show discussing tariffs and market psychology. Steve Soboroff bows out as L.A. fire recovery czar, with some parting shots. They work all day to go home to shelters. KFI Host & real estate expert Justin Worsham closes the hour.

Gary and Shannon are bringing you the latest news from Washington, D.C. They cover Cory Booker making history with the longest Senate floor speech, as well as the fact that Trump and Musk's support wasn't enough to sway the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Additionally, there's an investigation into an AI image generator's exposed database, revealing how people have used the technology.

Gary and Shannon bring you the latest news out of Washington D.C. including Trumps first Cabinet meeting. Gary and Shannon also talk all things parenting with Justin Worsham.