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HOUR 1 (10/10): Gary reaches for headphones, Shannon hits skip, and neither wants to hear your conversation during a concert. From volume disputes with their spouses to the chatterbox behind them at a show, Gary and Shannon unpack their musical pet peeves. Then, #TrueCrimeTuesday turns to a couple accused of conspiracy to commit child abuse in a surrogacy scandal, raising questions about legal protections and accountability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 (10/10): Amazon has a profile of you, and you might not appreciate the assessment. Gary and Shannon explore creepy shopping assumptions, a naked neighborhood wanderer in Milwaukee and an Indian delivery driver’s questionable approach to “recycling.” Plus, a conversation about political authenticity, immigrant family stories and stolen valor: where does telling your story cross into pretending to be someone you’re not? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WEEKEND FIX - (10/10): Protecting your peace or avoiding a hard conversation? Gary and Shannon tackle family estrangement, therapists recommending distance and TikTok’s role in validating the decision to go “no contact.” A story about a grandfather cut off by his grandchild brings the discussion home: when are boundaries necessary, and when does walking away leave the real problems unresolved? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 (10/09): Gary and Shannon remember NFL legend Mike Ditka, including his unforgettable gamble on Ricky Williams. Nithya Raman cancels her interview, and the hosts lay down the rules: tough questions, no editorial control, and an invitation that still stands. Plus, mark your calendar for October 22 at BJ’s in Westlake Village! Isaias threatens the Gulf Coast, Rachel brings rain and coastal flooding concerns to SoCal, and severe turbulence sends eight Avianca passengers to the hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 (10/09): Nithya Raman blames the edit for her deleted “fascist liars” video, but still wants LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell out. Gary and Shannon check whether rain could stall the wildlife crossing’s opening, then turn Jason Nathanson’s new tattoo into a listener guessing game, with a detour into Shannon’s harassment training. Plus, Heather Brooker talks Ted Lasso’s season finale, Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning, a mother-heavy movie lineup and Dolly Parton’s charitable return to theaters in 9 to 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 (10/09): An Iowa teacher offers extra credit for GoFundMe donations, and a fake substitute makes her way into a Milwaukee classroom. Gary and Shannon unpack both stories in #NNNYNTK, along with Creed’s takeover of your feed and a cat returning home after 10 years. Plus, #Fantasy4Play picks for Browns–Jets, Bears–Packers, Ravens–Falcons and Raiders–Patriots, while #WhatsHappening covers storm updates, PepsiCo price hikes and bargain California wine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 (10/08): AM570’s Tim Cates joins Gary and Shannon as the Dodgers eliminate Atlanta, Tyler Mahle drops a televised F-bomb and LA moves eight wins from a three-peat. Christa Pike’s lawyers say she’s walking and angry after her failed execution, while Gavin Newsom considers commuting all 563 California death sentences. Plus, a Navy homecoming after 321 days, Shannon’s AC quits, and Southern California’s heat gives way as hurricane evacuations begin along the Gulf Coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 (10/08): Gary and Shannon break down California’s new laws affecting your job, guns and drink order, then explore Hollywood’s fascination with Silicon Valley villains. Gary finds a dog-sleep study to defend his crate policy, while Valley brothel managers receive probation and alleged organizers remain uncharged. Plus, #TerrorInTheSkies covers contact tracing after an Ebola patient’s commercial flight to Nairobi and the growing annoyance of sitting next to someone’s airborne Zoom meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 (10/08): Jeff Bezos predicts AI could deliver a three-day workweek, while Bernie Sanders wants to hit pause on advanced AI development. Gary and Shannon debate the promises and risks, then tackle the unanswered text: why people put off replying, how silence strains relationships and why waiting for the perfect response can make things worse. Plus, the latest headlines in #WhatsHappening and Washington developments in #SwampWatch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 (10/07): Gary and Shannon celebrate Elmer’s birthday, get emotional over Kono’s departure and question bringing your parents to a job interview. Ahead of tomorrow’s interview, they examine Nithya Raman’s deleted “fascist liars” video and her pledge to replace the LAPD chief she voted to confirm. Plus, Shannon redirects the Instagram outrage, and #TerrorInTheSkies brings an LAX collision, a passenger accused of masturbating midflight and rising holiday airfares. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 (10/07): Gary and Shannon break down Steve Hilton’s town hall, his disagreements with Trump and his challenge to Xavier Becerra’s “son of immigrants” story. They examine California’s crackdown on Montana shell companies and why younger Angelenos are trading LA for more affordable cities. Then, Amazon’s “About You” feature gets uncomfortably personal about shoppers’ bodies, friendships and habits, and Shannon pulls up her own profile live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 (10/07): Gary and Shannon examine the fallout from Tennessee’s failed execution attempt, the prison chief’s resignation and mounting legal challenges. #SwampWatch brings Ken Paxton’s campaign complications as his estranged wife urges voters to back the ticket while accusing him of adultery, plus predictions of a Democratic wave. Then, a detour into Jewish food and what was served at the Last Supper. Also, the third anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks and Dodgers playoff baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 (10/06): Gary and Shannon discuss Mayor Karen Bass’s request for a sit-down and why they won’t agree to pre-set conditions: “It’s not going to be comfortable in this room.” They examine a Russian lab worker’s death, what officials know about plague and what remains unconfirmed, along with Trump’s concern. Plus, Trump’s poll numbers, his comments about Los Angeles and San Diego, and another round of extreme heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 (10/06): Gary and Shannon react to Trump’s remarks about Iran taking out Los Angeles and San Diego, and the response from California leaders. They debate Nithya Raman’s proposals for the LAPD and discuss reports contrasting her response to an ICE protest with Mayor Karen Bass’s. Plus, another homelessness proposal, Santa Monica’s struggle to revive downtown, and a study on teens and compulsive short-video viewing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 (10/06): Gary and Shannon discuss the arrest of Arcadia parents on child abuse conspiracy charges in a case involving a surrogacy home, and what charges could apply to alleged forced surrogacy. Then, Christa Pike survives a failed execution as Tennessee pauses executions and her attorney seeks to commute her sentence; Blackburn calls to “bring back the electric chair.” Plus, Trump’s Iran remarks, the Paramount-Skydance-WBD merger, the Russian plague investigation, extreme heat and El Niño, Falcons-Saints and Dodgers playoff baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.