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1486 episodes
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KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)Explicit
Yes
Date created
2015/10/13
Latest episode
2026/02/03
Average duration
30 min.
Release period
1 days
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Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn't) weekdays 9am-1pm
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Breaking Developments, Frozen Iguanas & a True Crime Update
2026/02/03
Gary & Shannon open Hour 4 with breaking developments in the case involving Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, Nancy, as reports surface of what may be a ransom note. They then run through #WhatsHappening, including news involving Jill Biden’s ex-husband and a major leadership change at Disney.
The hour lightens briefly with an entertaining conversation involving the man who offered to house frozen iguanas during Florida’s cold snap, before turning back to #TrueCrimeTuesday with the latest updates and unanswered questions surrounding the Nancy Guthrie disappearance.
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Governor Debate Preview & the Super Bowl Redemption Story
2026/02/03
Gary & Shannon open Hour 2 with breaking news involving Jill Biden’s ex-husband being accused of murder, with Shannon breaking down the latest details. They then speak with Fox 11 host and tonight’s debate moderator, Marla Tellez, about what to expect from tonight’s California governor debate in San Francisco.The hour continues with discussion around the upcoming Super Bowl, Sam Darnold’s unlikely rise from written-off backup to leading a contender, and the often ridiculous questions athletes face at press conferences. They close the hour with highlights from a police press conference providing new updates in the case involving Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, Nancy, as investigators remain guarded while the case is ongoing.
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Governor Debate Preview & the Super Bowl Redemption Story
2026/02/03
Gary & Shannon open Hour 2 with breaking news involving Jill Biden’s ex-husband being accused of murder, with Shannon breaking down the latest details. They then speak with Fox 11 host and tonight’s debate moderator, Marla Tellez, about what to expect from tonight’s California governor debate in San Francisco.The hour continues with discussion around the upcoming Super Bowl, Sam Darnold’s unlikely rise from written-off backup to leading a contender, and the often ridiculous questions athletes face at press conferences. They close the hour with highlights from a police press conference providing new updates in the case involving Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, Nancy, as investigators remain guarded while the case is ongoing.
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You’re Safe… Until You’re Not: Missing Mom, AI Cults & Inherited Vacations
2026/02/03
Shannon opens the show annoyed, reassures a sheepish Gary that he’s “safe,” and the two mock the idea of “house burping,” agreeing it’s just opening your windows. The hour turns serious as Gary & Shannon discuss the latest developments in the case of Savannah Guthrie's missing mother, including reports of blood at the scene and unanswered questions about a possible kidnapping.They also cover the Clintons agreeing to testify in the Epstein probe, unsettling reports of AI bots forming digital cults on Moltbook, and a lighter conversation about “inheritourism,” or how our vacation habits may be inherited from our parents.
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Prop Bets, Motivation & a Generational Reality Check
2026/02/02
Gary and Shannon run through the day’s biggest trending stories before turning to Super Bowl buzz, coaching headlines, and some questionable prop bets. The hour includes a Motivational Monday moment and wraps with a provocative discussion about generational intelligence—and why Gen Z may be the first generation to slide backward.
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The Internet Gets Worse on Purpose
2026/02/02
Gary and Shannon track the day’s biggest political developments before turning to two uncomfortable realities: power and decline. From shutdown progress and global diplomacy to disturbing details in the latest Epstein files, the conversation shifts to Olympic teammates forced into rivalry and why everything we love online seems to rot over time, with no easy escape.
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One State of the City Speech Before Another
2026/02/02
Gary and Shannon preview tomorrow’s California governor debate, dig into mounting frustration over Pacific Palisades rebuild delays, and question the cost of city-level dysfunction. The hour includes a look ahead to Mayor Karen Bass’s State of the City with KFI’s own Michael Monks, internal City Hall tensions, shifting betting odds in the governor’s race, and what to expect when candidates take the debate stage.
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Empathetic Nipple Pain
2026/02/02
Gary and Shannon open with an emotional update on Jackie and Shadow’s damaged eagle eggs before pivoting to weather chaos, government shutdown uncertainty, and a Grammy Awards recap that left them feeling phantom pain. The hour wraps with a troubling and still-unfolding story involving the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother, as questions mount and details remain unclear.
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Weekend Fix: Testosterone, Masculinity & Getting Older
2026/01/31
Gary and Shannon dig into America’s fixation on testosterone after a piece from The Atlantic and a documentary tied to Tucker Carlson spark a debate over masculinity, motive, and who gets to define what’s “wrong” with the country. The conversation drifts into RFK Jr., common sense vs credibility, and ends with a very real realization—aging means night driving is suddenly a problem.
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Champagne on Ice & Justice Without Death
2026/01/30
Gary and Shannon react to a major legal ruling removing the death penalty in a high-profile case, track shutdown tensions alongside new Epstein document releases, and weigh in on Don Lemon becoming part of the story after a protest arrest. The hour ends with a luxury cruise ship stuck in Antarctic ice, where passengers reportedly kept the champagne flowing.
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California’s Directionless Governor Race, Costly Homelessness Lawsuits, and a Shocking O.C. Murder Case
2026/01/30
Gary and Shannon break down California’s wide-open governor’s race, where there’s no clear front-runner and voters seem unmotivated. They then dig into Los Angeles spending millions on outside lawyers amid an ongoing homelessness lawsuit, raising questions about priorities and accountability. Plus, the GaS Legal Desk covers a disturbing Orange County case involving an exotic dancer accused of killing and beheading her boyfriend, and why call screening and unanswered phones are suddenly frustrating the rich and powerful.
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Wellness Habits That Extend Life, SwampWatch Politics, and the Latest in Entertainment
2026/01/30
The hour kicks off with SwampWatch, tracking the political stories bubbling up in Washington. Then it’s a Wellness Check on how eating better, moving more, and staying socially connected can contribute to a longer, healthier life. The hour wraps with the Entertainment Report featuring Heather Brooker, covering the latest headlines and pop-culture stories shaping Hollywood and beyond.
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Super Bowl Details You Missed, What We Learned, and the News Nuggets That Slipped Through the Cracks
2026/01/30
Gary and Shannon highlight subtle but meaningful details surrounding Super Bowl LX, including the special “USA 250” uniform patch and other storylines beyond the game. Then it’s What I Learned (WIL), where listener talk-backs share the biggest takeaways from the week. The hour closes with NNNYNTK — the Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know, spotlighting under-covered stories and headlines you almost definitely missed.
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Shutdown Politics, ICE Shifts & Zombie Survival
2026/01/29
Gary and Shannon kick off the show with a must-watch Netflix recommendation before turning to Washington as a shutdown vote looms, ICE scales back in Minnesota, and Democrats clash over strategy. The hour includes new scrutiny around a border confrontation, a national security breakdown on Iran, and ends with zombie apocalypse hypotheticals and why convenience stores may be on the way out.• What to Watch: Shannon raves about Free Bert on Netflix.• Shutdown Watch: Trump’s cabinet meeting, Senate maneuvering, and ICE drawing down in Minnesota.• Border Fallout: New video raises questions after a heated confrontation days before a shooting.• Global Tensions: A national security expert weighs in on Iran.• Zombie Logic: Who survives—and why convenience stores are struggling.
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Tiny Movies for Our Stupid Brains
2026/01/29
Gary and Shannon break down Trump’s latest political signals, California’s growing field of would-be governors, and a frightening airline incident caught on video. The hour also looks at Hollywood’s rush toward vertical micro-dramas made for phones and ends with a reflection on why returning to a place you once lived doesn’t always feel like coming home.• Political Signals: Trump meets with Venezuela’s opposition, skips the press, and new names emerge to replace Newsom.• #TerrorInTheSkies: A British Airways flight sparks, then loses a wheel after takeoff from Vegas.• Vertical Hollywood: KFI’s own Heather Brooker explains the rise of phone-shot micro-dramas and shrinking attention spans.• You Can’t Go Home: Why nostalgia doesn’t always survive a return visit.
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ClClClare 2025/12/13
TOO MANY ADS
Love Gary and Shannon, not hearing the same 3 mins of ads every time there’s a commercial break.
UNCTech 2023/10/17
😊
Gary & Shannon…what would I do without you?! I used to listen in California and after moving to North Carolina in 2018 I realized something was missi...
Zero Ehxe 2025/07/02
#1 show broken by ads
This is a great show for chemistry between the hosts as they cover a variety of topics. I listen to every episode as soon as it publishes, and they’ve...
Gameplayer2727 2025/06/19
Ridiculous ad breaks
Ad breaks are frequent and long. Worst of all they start mid-sentence so that when break is over and content restarts (again, mid-sentence) you’ve for...
K9KIP 2025/03/23
Best of the Rest You set the bar! 🥂🥳🥂
Listening Learning Laughing. Well Done.
Kellee in Oregon
RobSub 2024/03/12
Go back to news and weather
These two should go back to weather , traffic and news. They are cant to the right and entertain so much disinformation and misinformation. Their radi...
Ttoktaylor 2024/02/05
Great show
Gary and Shannon are the best! I love listening to their show! I love their chemistry! Great shows, keep it up!
watergolfer 2024/01/10
They make my day!!
I believe someone (I blame Mondo) is cutting off half of the podcasts! I get we can’t hear the bumper music and the Music Mondays, but the other days ...
KFI No. 1 Fan 2023/11/09
I like the show
I like the radio program.
jenacom 2023/10/10
Do some research and show prep
For two people who are allegedly news people, they know little about actual facts and just repeat easily debunked stories. Just go ahead and get to Ne...
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