Gary and Shannon

Gary opens the show solo with a birthday shoutout to his now–26-year-old son before diving headfirst into the looming release of the Epstein Files. He breaks down today’s presser from FBI Director Kash Patel and AG Pam Bondi, the exemptions raising eyebrows, and Larry Summers’ embarrassing Epstein-linked scandal that led to his resignation from the OpenAI board. NewsNation’s White House Correspondent Libbey Dean joins with what to expect from the release, and Gary closes the hour asking the big question: how did baby boomers get so rich, and why can’t their kids catch up?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary teams up with KFI’s Michael Monks for a fiery hour, starting with Thanksgiving traffic misery across LA and quickly jumping into a political thunderstorm. They break down the FBI’s reported monitoring of Newsom’s campaign, the indictment tied to his former chief of staff, and why the fallout may hit Xavier Becerra even harder. Then it’s the escalating Larry Summers mess, billionaire Tom Steyer launching his governor bid by dropping “bull s&t” in the first seconds of his announcement, and a rapid-fire look at the growing 2028 field: including Rick Caruso’s connection to the Palisades fires. All that, plus Michael’s demand: someone finally fix LA traffic!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary kicks off with #SwampWatch as he breaks down the day’s political shake-ups, including a major DOJ admission that the full Comey indictment wasn’t even shown to the grand jury, a move that could blow up the case entirely. He then dives into Ted Cruz’s skyrocketing podcast, now pulling in over 2 million downloads per month and positioning him as a real 2028 contender. NASA enters the chat with new 3I/ATLAS updates after a Harvard astronomer flagged 12 strange anomalies, and Gary wraps the hour questioning whether the $1.50 Costco hot dog is becoming America’s new “happy meal” as McDonald’s prices leave families behind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary kicks off Hour 4 with a packed #WhatsHappening: Chinese astronauts stranded in space, an LA singer named a murder suspect, NVIDIA’s earnings drop, the delayed jobs report, and the DOT telling parents to keep their kids under control on flights. Washington Post travel writer Natalie Compton joins to break down her viral “15 Definitive Rules for Airport Bars,” then it’s #WhatchaWatchinWednesday as Gary dives into Netflix’s massive debut of The Beast in Me and the return of Taylor Sheridan’s Landman. Listener talkbacks round out a fast, fun hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary goes solo as the House prepares for the high stakes vote to release the Epstein files. He breaks down the political fallout, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s escalating fight with President Trump, and why Democrats think the release could damage Trump. Plus, The Hill’s Amie Parnes joins to explain the key players, and Gary ends the hour with the shocking revelation about former Clinton official Larry Summers and his ties to Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary dives into SoCal’s relentless rain before breaking down the political shockwave from the indictment of Newsom’s former chief of staff, and how it’s spilling into Xavier Becerra’s run for governor. Then he unpacks the “Amazonification” of Whole Foods, revealing how robotic warehouses and off-shelf items are reshaping the grocery game. Finally, Gary turns to listener talkbacks to ask: Should workers ever be reachable after hours anymore?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary opens with a wild #SwampWatch: Congress inches toward releasing the Epstein files, Trump spars with reporters mid-flight on Air Force One, and a judge halts Texas redistricting in a move echoing California’s battles. Then we dive into the shooter who targeted President Trump, his bizarre online footprint, and the many warnings people missed. Gary closes with the new Intelligencer piece arguing humanity may have peaked intellectually… and how the smartphone has turned into a “mobile Las Vegas” that’s actively making us dumber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In #WhatsHappening it’s: new charges against Diddy after an LA County Sheriff’s probe, Texas redistricting chaos, and the House passing the Epstein Transparency Act. Listeners chime in with their wild “after-hours” work contact stories, then it’s #TrueCrimeTuesday with a major Murdaugh update: Alex’s former nanny now says she believes he did kill Maggie and Paul. Gary wraps with ABC’s Alex Stone on the surge of burglars targeting athletes and TV stars while they’re live on air.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off a soggy Monday celebrating the brief break in SoCal’s downpour before bracing for more rain ahead. Gary shares his two-hour battle with a clogged drain, while Shannon highlights how parts of Long Beach literally turned into canals. Then, they dig into President Trump’s surprising call to release the Epstein files — and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s continued turn on him. They also cover Reverend Jesse Jackson’s recovery, the FAA lifting flight restrictions just in time for Thanksgiving, and a lawsuit over “fake” window seats. They wrap with a debate on why Americans have stopped moving cross-country and Jeff Dye’s move to Texas after saying “so long” to California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon break down LAX’s $1.5 billion plan to “reduce” traffic — and question whether it can actually get done before the Olympics. Then they dive into the indictment of Newsom’s former chief of staff and the surprising tie to Activision Blizzard, Shannon shares a big moment of perspective from her Chargers weekend, and the O.J. Simpson estate re-enters the headlines in a major way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon break down the latest #SwampWatch bombshells — including Eric Swalwell eyeing a run for California governor and President Trump’s sudden pivot on the Epstein files. Then they dive into Time Magazine’s claim that the best years of your life may still be ahead, the rising cost (and rising family drama) of Thanksgiving turkeys, and why begging for five-star reviews might actually backfire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary & Shannon kick off the final hour with the “work-from-home hangover” — how pandemic habits collided with a reluctant return-to-office generation. Then it’s #WhatsHappening: more Southern California storms on the way, Trump’s public split from Marjorie Taylor Greene, GameStop’s wild “trade anything” event, the FAA finally clearing up the flight mess, and Dodgers MVP Yamamoto adopting an adorable shelter pup named Carlos. They break down Week 11 in the NFL and a chaotic #GaSFantasy4PlayRecap, including Shannon’s frustration with the Kansas City Chiefs and Elmer somehow going 4–0. For #MotivationalMonday, they remind listeners you’re never really out of the fight — with help from Friday Night Lights. Gary & Shannon close the hour with a deep dive into the rise and fall of McDonald’s iconic $1 menu, how it once saved the company and why today fast-food prices are pushing low-income customers out, revealing a widening wealth divide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the GAS weekend fix, Gary and Shannon divulge some of their weirdest dreams - who they've had crushes on, and why you should keep things to yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcasting live from Luchador Brewing Company in Chino Hills, Gary hosts with help from Michael Monks and a remote check-in from Shannon. Plus, the Justice Department now backs the lawsuit challenging California’s redrawn House districts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Epstein files could be fully released as early as next week. We dig into a new study analyzing 47,000 ChatGPT conversations to reveal what people are really using AI for. Plus, a TikTok influencer is ordered to pay $1.75 million for destroying a manager’s marriage, and California’s graduation rates are rising much faster than actual student learning.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 #WhatsHappening: Cheetos and Doritos are going naked — new versions without their iconic orange dust hit stores next month. Plus, the suspect in the Encino killings of an American Idol music supervisor and her husband is ruled incompetent to stand trial. Then we roll into Gas Fantasy 4 Play, What You Learned, and Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. government finally reopens after the longest shutdown in history — but at what cost? The CDC reports that over 42% of Americans over 20 are now obese, and a new study reveals how antidepressants are taking a serious toll on the younger generation’s sex lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From storm evacuations and workplace drama at iHeart Media to revoked immigrant licenses and plunging math scores at UC San Diego — Gary and Shannon cover the headlines shaking up California this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s #SwampWatch, California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s former chief of staff is arrested for allegedly stealing $225,000. Plus, a look into the rise of digital romance — why some people are falling for chatbots while others are still searching for something real.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.