Gary And Shannon

Shannon and Michael close out the show with #WhatsHappening, running through the most talked about stories of the day, including Nikki Glaser’s return as Golden Globes host, a Riverside billboard hijacked with pro ICE messaging, and a Home Alone actor landing in headlines for the wrong reasons, which sparks a brief but memorable detour into prostitution laws.Then it is time for the #GaSFantasy4Play Recap, as they break down all the Wild Card Weekend madness. From Gary’s dog Peter’s picks to the Panthers earning weakest link status, they react to the chaos so far, preview Steelers versus Texans, and revisit the Chargers’ brutal elimination that Shannon calls the worst way to lose.The hour shifts gears as Shannon and Michael revisit an earlier conversation about wake-up times and whether getting up at 5am is actually healthy if you are not wired for mornings. They debate why some CEOs and elite athletes swear by it and whether drinking water before coffee really makes a difference.They w

Gary and Shannon kick off the Weekend Fix for 2026 by wandering into one of the most revealing topics there is: gambling habits. From betting on global politics and prediction markets to casino floors, penny slots, craps tables, and the thrill of chasing that one unforgettable win, they unpack why gambling hits people differently and why it is easier than ever to do it nonstop from your phone. Along the way, the conversation turns personal with stories about lucky streaks, near misses, Vegas myths, and the moment you convince yourself you have cracked the code. They also explore how gambling addiction mirrors other forms of addiction and why the chase is often more powerful than the payout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary kicks off a solo Friday with overdue good news, California is officially drought-free for the first time in 25 years, but questions the record low snowfall totals. He then breaks down the growing controversy over federal immigration-related shootings in Minneapolis and Portland, where recent use of force incidents by ICE and Border Patrol have sparked public outcry and complicated jurisdictional questions about who’s leading the investigations amid conflicting claims.  NewsNation National Security Contributor Lt. Gen. Richard Newton joins to discuss the seizure of a fifth Venezuelan oil tanker and what it signals for global security and energy tensions. Plus, a story first heard on The Gary and Shannon Show: NASA is moving forward with a rescue mission to bring astronauts home due to an undisclosed medical issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary opens with the powerful Santa Ana winds moving through Southern California, why fire risk may be lower than expected, and what radiation fog is, and why it matters. He then breaks down the accelerating media shift toward YouTube, explaining how younger audiences are consuming content, why even Netflix is now airing iHeartMedia podcasts, and how every platform is chasing the same viewers. The hour continues with a look at Governor Gavin Newsom’s growing national profile, improving favorability numbers, and why California’s image, and “California Derangement Syndrome” — remains a major hurdle outside the state. Gary wraps with the rise and decline of Sweetgreen, once a cultural status symbol now struggling as consumer tastes change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary opens #SwampWatch with breaking news from Minneapolis as new video surfaces in a deadly crash, identifying the officer involved and fueling escalating protests. He then turns to Hollywood’s shifting standards after Julia Roberts says Pretty Woman wouldn’t be made today, debating with Board Wizard Elmer whether classic films still hold up in a modern era. The hour wraps with the weekly Entertainment Report with Heather Brooker, covering celebrities’ Letterboxd habits, public judgment of personal viewing choices, and early Golden Globe buzz — including box office standouts and whether any movie has ever made Gary cry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary wraps up the show with a jam-packed final hour starting with What’s Happening, breaking down the most talked about and unexpected stories making headlines today.Then it is time for Gas Fantasy 4 Play, this week’s Pick 6 edition. Gary, Shannon, Board Wizard Elmer, and producer Matt make their NFL Wild Card round picks, with a special assist from Gary’s dog Peter. You can see Peter’s picks over on Instagram at @GaryAndShannon.The hour closes with Gary taking on a solo What You Learned via listener talk-backs and then the Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know, featuring stories you did not hear anywhere else this week, including the headline that says it all. A naked mermaid attacking a deputy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show opens with Gary’s dog attempting to predict NFL Wild Card weekend, then quickly shifts to breaking news involving a fatal ICE shooting and the protests that followed. Gary & Shannon also discuss ongoing NFL coaching firings, Marco Rubio’s viral Dolphins tweet, how perspective shapes public reaction to video, Spencer Pratt running for mayor, and a new trend of young adults returning to cigarettes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon break down the latest turn in the Reiner case after Alan Jackson exits and a public defender steps in, delaying the next hearing. They also discuss claims that Gen Z’s use of therapy language is being perceived as rude, the need for balance between boundaries and real-world community, updates from Governor Newsom’s on-going final State of the State address, and a developing NASA situation involving a potential medical evacuation from the space station.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon break down the biggest political stories driving the day in SwampWatch, including competing narratives around the Minneapolis ICE shooting, Vice President J.D. Vance’s remarks on Venezuela, and Governor Newsom’s State of the State address. The hour also explores the growing sober-curious movement, why fewer people are drinking, and how GLP-1 drugs may be accelerating the shift. Plus, tech reporter Marc Saltzman joins live from a packed CES in Las Vegas with standout gadgets and trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon continue their conversation with KFI’s Michael Monks on Governor Newsom’s State of the State address before shifting gears with stand-up comedian Dusty Slay, who talks about his upbringing, sobriety, and his laid-back approach to comedy. The hour wraps with Strange Science, including why jellyfish don’t have brains and new research linking lack-of reproduction to lifespan in mammals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off the show with a wild mix of breaking news, from a corn spill (definitely not a porn spill) shutting down the 10 Freeway, to major updates in the Reiner case as high-powered attorney Alan Jackson exits and Nick Reiner heads to court. The conversation widens to global stakes as the U.S. seizes a Venezuelan oil tanker, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Trump’s strategy under the microscope. Plus, journalist and bestselling author Jacob Soboroff joins the show to discuss his new book, Firestorm, and what he calls a “new age of disaster.” The hour wraps with sports shakeups, including John Harbaugh’s firing after 18 years with the Ravens and a trademark snag threatening the A’s move to Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon reflect on the one-year anniversary of the devastating wildfires and dig into new questions about government preparedness, accountability, and why key reports appear to have been softened before release. The hour moves into breaking developments out of Minneapolis involving an ICE-related shooting, followed by major updates in the Reiner case as a public defender steps in and legal experts question the viability of a mental defense. The conversation turns personal and pointed as attorney Alan Jackson’s departure sparks speculation about behind-the-scenes tension, before shifting gears to Mickey Rourke distancing himself from a viral GoFundMe. The hour closes with KFI’s Heather Brooker reporting live from the Palisades, capturing the emotional ceremonies honoring those lost.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.

Gary & Shannon open the hour tracking nonstop NFL playoff shakeups before diving into #WhatsHappening, breaking down the day’s biggest stories — from Alan Jackson stepping away from the Nick Reiner case, to a deadly ICE-involved shooting, a brutal flu season returning to pre-COVID levels, and an NFL lineman suing his ex over podcast comments he says crossed the line.KFI’s Michael Monks joins the show to preview his special LA Fire: One Year Later, airing tonight at 7 p.m., with live coverage to follow. The hour winds down with #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Gary & Shannon break down what’s trending, including Peacock’s The Day of the Jackal and the latest season of Billy Bob Thornton’s buzzy series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon kick off Hour 1 in full NFL playoff mode, admitting the emotional void left by the absence of Monday Night Football and bracing for the long offseason ahead. They react to a wild NBA moment as Steve Kerr gets ejected with Snoop Dogg on the call, then shift to breaking news with the sudden death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa, reflecting on legacy versus partisan noise. The conversation moves through foreign policy, including why Mexico is not Venezuela and eyebrow-raising talk about Greenland and NATO — before turning lighter as Gary’s dog Peter becomes an NFL playoff picker for social media. The hour wraps with the latest chapter in Lenny Dykstra’s saga and listener talkbacks about line-cutting disasters at Disneyland, culminating in a debate over the Matterhorn ride and the unforgettable discovery of the “abdominal bears.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon break down what journalist Jacob Soboroff calls a “new age of disaster” as he reflects on covering wildfires a year later — and why the rules of catastrophe reporting may be changing. The show then turns to the destruction of Hollywood’s historic Rock ’n’ Roll Motel, allegedly sparked by squatters, and what’s lost when LA history goes up in flames. Plus: public broadcasting votes itself out of existence, theme park chaos spills into talkbacks, and Gary & Shannon take on the growing menace of adults riding suitcase scooters in airports everywhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off #SwampWatch with the day’s biggest political headlines, including a sudden death of a California Republican lawmaker and President Trump’s latest midterm warnings. The conversation then turns to pop culture and human behavior, from the 1000-Lb. Sisters and modern weight-loss journeys to the darker side of new technology after X’s AI tool Grok is linked to disturbing misuse, reigniting a debate over whether any new tool will inevitably be abused. Shannon shares her plan to bring holy water to sporting events after a miraculous missed field goal before the show dives into growing backlash over grocery stores using facial recognition technology. The hour wraps with a broader, unfiltered discussion about human nature, sex, technology, sports superstition, and why people, especially at theme parks, just can’t seem to behave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off #WhatsHappening with the day’s biggest headlines, including new polling on President Trump’s ouster of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro, fresh intrigue surrounding the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, and newly released video in the search for a suspect in the murder of an Ohio dentist and his wife. The hour then lightens up as the hosts react to Macaulay Culkin’s three simple rules for fan interactions and swap stories about the strange thrill, and mild embarrassment, of being recognized in public. Birthday celebrations continue as Gary reveals a gift that lets his dog, Peter, pick NFL playoff winners, before the show shifts into a chilling #TrueCrimeTuesday deep dive on the University of Idaho murders, with new insight from Bryan Kohberger’s sister about troubling warning signs in the weeks before his arrest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon kicks off Gary’s birthday with a seamoss shot and a reminder that aging is undefeated, even if injury prevention is the only goal at the batting cages for Gary's birthday celebration. The laughs give way to major international news as Gary and Shannon break down the dramatic developments in Venezuela, including the capture of Nicolás Maduro and what it signals about U.S. power abroad. NewsNation’s Lt. Gen. Richard Newton joins to explain how the operation came together, and the hosts later weigh in on why Marco Rubio’s performance as Secretary of State is standing out in Trump’s Cabinet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 As rain finally moves through Southern California, Gary & Shannon look at what’s fallen, and what’s still to come, before diving into Week 18 of the NFL, the Chargers’ playoff outlook, and the chaos of Black Monday. Gary previews his upcoming Baseball Fantasy Camp, sparking a conversation about baseball’s locker-room culture, before the hour pivots to actor Mickey Rourke facing eviction and the GoFundMe campaign launched by fans. The discussion widens into a candid look at GoFundMe itself: from genuine desperation to troubling scams, and whether crowdfunding has become an uncomfortable substitute for systems that should already be in place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.