Gary and Shannon

Shannon opens the show with guest host KTLA’s Andy Riesmeyer, jumping from Owl City to Chargers frustration after a scoreless performance. Andy talks about settling into his Sunday show on KFI before Michael Monks checks in with updates on Greenland and what the White House’s rhetoric could mean. The hour continues with KFI’s Amy King, whose interest in a former Space Force general leads into a discussion about NASA’s early return of astronauts due to an undisclosed medical issue. They wrap with Terror in the Skies, reacting to a shocking Air Canada incident involving a ground crew member trapped in a cargo hold and Shannon’s reflections on flying with the Chargers as a team reporter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Gary away at MLB Fantasy Camp, Shannon and Andy open the hour talking adult camps that let men relive childhood dreams, how those experiences build instant community, and why making friends as an adult is harder than it looks. The hour continues with Bobby Livingston of RR Auction, who joins the show to talk about rare Steve Jobs and Apple memorabilia heading to auction. They wrap on a lighter note with an unexpectedly revealing conversation about sleep habits, including who sleeps naked and why the talkbacks took the discussion further than anyone anticipated.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.

Shannon and Andy open the hour with #WhatsHappening, breaking down the biggest stories of the day. They cover nationwide outages affecting major wireless carriers, escalating protests in Minneapolis following an ICE shooting, new legal developments tied to that case, rising tensions with Iran, Saks Fifth Avenue filing for bankruptcy, and Zoe Saldaña becoming the highest grossing actress of all time.The hour continues with discussion around Alan Jackson’s recent comments, how radio shows now think of themselves as podcasts first, and listener talk backs about sleep attire, including Debra Mark’s earthquake ready approach to sleeping in Southern California. They wrap the show with #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Andy and Shannon share what they are currently watching, from Euphoria to Netflix’s number one series His & Hers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Gary out, Michael Monks fills in and opens the show with a firsthand look at back-to-school traffic chaos after barely making it to the studio. He and Shannon debate whether Metro can actually beat driving and the added stress of commuting in a news vehicle. The hour lightens with Shannon praising Board Wizard Elmer’s meditation tapes before turning to politics, as she and Monks break down Governor Gavin Newsom’s opposition to a proposed wealth tax and what it signals about his economic stance. The show wraps with marriage and family therapist Caitlin Harrison, who explains how romance novels and BookTok culture are being used as tools for emotional connection and intimacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Michael open with controversy after an LA County Sheriff’s deputy’s Starbucks cup — marked with a pig drawing — led to an employee’s firing, followed by a discussion of the county’s push for so-called ICE- free zones and what that could actually mean. They’re joined by author and professor Maryellen MacDonald to discuss her book More Than Words and the real-world consequences of Gen Z avoiding verbal communication, from job searches to everyday interactions. The conversation explores how social anxiety has grown beyond shyness and why face-to-face contact now feels daunting for many young adults. The hour also includes Shannon’s brief sports therapy after a Chargers loss, reflections on social anxiety across generations, and practical advice from Michael’s teaching experience. They wrap with a lighter moment reacting to a Wall Street Journal story about parents going broke over their kids’ sushi habits — and the ease of judging parenting choices from the outside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael and Shannon open with KFI anchor Debra Mark, who shares back-to-school traffic insights, tips from traffic reporter Will Kolshriver, and what she’s currently watching. A delayed #SwampWatch follows with the day’s political headlines, including talk of a potential U.S. move involving Greenland, before breaking sports news interrupts with word that Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is parting ways with the team. The hour shifts to a debate over bumper music and the show Heated Rivalry, questioning its realism while laughing at its unexpected cultural impact — including the rise of “hockey butts.” They wrap with Terror in the Skies, breaking down the growing complications of flying with service animals and why traveling with a dog is anything but simple.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon close out the show with What’s Happening, running through the day’s biggest and strangest headlines before Michael and Shannon reflect on Michael’s final day filling in as the so-called responsible adult in the room. The conversation drifts into stories about missing three legged pets, rescuing cats, and the realities of pet ownership.The hour also includes a #TrueCrimeTuesday discussion centered on the Netflix documentary Evil Influencer, an update from Gary’s Giants fantasy camp, and a standout moment as Board Wizard Elmer debuts his new guided meditation project with a live sample on air. Follow Elmer on Instagram at @h13lmer and find his meditation content on YouTube at @MeditateWithElmer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is a Gary-free show as Michael Monks steps into the co host chair, though Shannon is not exactly ready to give up control. Shannon kicks things off fresh off a red eye from New England, breaking down the Chargers loss, the slow death of hope, and the moment realism finally set in after covering the game and racing back just in time for the show.Shannon and Michael are then joined by NewsNation National Security Correspondent Lt. Gen. Richard Newton to break down rising tensions with Iran and whether the United States is headed toward deeper involvement.The hour shifts to Gary’s absence at baseball fantasy camp and Shannon’s rare history of missing work, including her Y2K era story, before the conversation widens to prediction markets. From Polymarket to Kalshi, Shannon and Michael unpack why betting on outcomes has exploded across politics, sports, and entertainment, including why odds were displayed during the Golden Globes and what that says about how much people want a stake in the outcome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Michael open the hour reacting to Mayor Bass’s appearance on MSNBC, breaking down how she is leaning into attacking President Trump as a political strategy and what that could mean as she looks toward reelection. They dig into how wildfire anger may shape the race and whether Spencer Pratt can move past his reality TV image to be taken seriously as a mayoral candidate.The conversation then shifts to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, especially after the Golden Globes leaned fully into displaying betting odds despite limited regulation and several predictions falling flat. Shannon and Michael explain why this new world of betting looks nothing like the old local bookie model.The hour wraps with a sharp discussion about a controversial moment during a Jacksonville Jaguars post-game press conference. Shannon calls out a reporter whose fandom appeared to bleed into her questioning, while Michael explains why access and credibility matter and why being a fan is not the job when you hold a credential.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon and Michael open the hour with #SwampWatch, breaking down the DOJ’s decision to open an investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and why it matters.From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn as Shannon issues a warning to deli's everywhere after enduring a painfully dry sandwich in New England, arguing that there is no excuse for skimping on condiments.As the lack of sleep catches up, the hour leans into travel chaos. Shannon and Michael break down the etiquette mistakes that make solo travelers dread flying with couples, from shared space to in flight coordination. Michael explains why his Nintendo Switch is his go to survival tool while traveling.The hour wraps with updates on iHeart app technical issues, a strange mystery involving a missing dog named Oreo in the building, and the moment the app finally comes back online so listeners can catch anything they missed on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 wrap the show with some positive iHeart app updates, sleep deprivation fallout, post flight hygiene confessions, Michael declaring himself a sniffer, and one last strange SoCal story to send you into the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.