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Kelly’s ready to meet Yung Gravy—but is her “Getting Better With Age” crop top doing too much or covering too little? Brandon has thoughts. He also celebrates National Love Your Red Hair Day by roasting Kelly’s boyfriend, Ryan, then testing whether she really knows her redheads. The new Miss Arkansas State University Paisley Rae joins the show, prompting Brandon and Kelly to imagine their own pageant talents—and how well they’d handle losing. Plus, it’s Brandon’s Janaversary! He relives the DM and Nashville encounter that still has a monopoly on his Instagram highlights. They revisit the childhood toys and stunts we somehow survived, though Brandon apparently avoided most of the danger. A big High Five goes to Blytheville’s Teddy and Cheryl Huffman for their $1.25 million gift to help train and keep doctors in the Arkansas Delta. Plus, new Morgan Wallen music, Tucker Wetmore and Ella Langley dating rumors, and Lady A’s CMA Country Christmas hosting debut.

Dr. Dana Watson from Families Inc. Counseling Services joined Brandon and Kelly to talk about turning the mirror back on ourselves in relationships. Why is it so much easier to see what our partner needs to change than to recognize our own role in the relationship? What does it mean to ask, “What is mine here?” and how can self-awareness and accountability help change relationship dynamics? How do we handle feedback we don't agree with, avoid falling into the trap of trying to make our partner more like us, and move forward when both people are waiting for the other to change first? Does taking responsibility for ourselves mean accepting blame for someone else's behavior? And how can boundaries help us recognize what is ours to work on—and what isn't? Dr. Watson shares practical insight into building healthier relationships through honest self-reflection, personal responsibility, and recognizing what we have the power to change. Families Inc. Counseling Services 870-933-6886 FamiliesInc.net

It's Election Day 2026 and Brandon wonders if he could win a popularity contest... Kelly questions whether he could survive the comments. Then “Brandon’s Ballot” puts KP in the hot seat—even though he KNOWS she won’t reveal her real vote. A-STATE Men's Basketball got a BIG win over Toledo-but Brandon's courtside drama starts when a compliment about his weight turns into an awkward interrogation. Meanwhile, Double B's first photo dump has Kelly wondering if he’s entering his teenage influencer era. Plus, “Ice Ice Baby” and Diff’rent Strokes spark childhood memories, Ryan Bane discovers who pays for an adult birthday dinner, and Kelly’s frightening vet visit gives Bones another chapter in his “eternal pet” legend. Throw in celebrity gossip, and there’s plenty to catch up on!

Brandon and Kelly recap Halloween weekend, from kids outgrowing costumes to Brandon sneaking Kai’s leftover candy. The Hoxie Tailgate Tour brings a run-in with Alice the Ghostbuster, while Kelly visits the Foundation of Arts for House of Villains—and answers a call for help involving an eight-point buck. The time change brings early sunsets and exhaustion. Brandon’s mood gets worse when his football stream dies with 20 seconds left, prompting a return-to-cable rant and Kelly’s “old man yelling at the internet” assessment. A-STATE volleyball clinches the Sun Belt West title, Brookland wins the Class 4A state championship, and Valley View battles through a five-set state final. Brandon recalls his infamous celebrity volleyball serve at Westside. Plus, A-STATE Men’s basketball hosts Toledo tonight at 7 for “White Out the Bank” and the debut of the Den of Disruption. Inspired by coach Lizzie Nessling’s new brows, Brandon considers a new cosmetic procedure. Early voting ends today at 5 p.m. in Arkansas; Election Day polls open tomorrow from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. In entertainment, Morgan Wallen’s beach festival returns, Dolly Parton’s secret memoir reportedly lands a major publishing deal, and Riley Green shares a romantic gesture. Celebrity Halloween costumes give way to Mariah Carey’s Christmas kickoff, plus a look at tonight’s TV lineup.

Brandon is running on three hours of sleep after a 21-hour day—and Kelly questions his life choices. His mood doesn’t improve when Ryan Vaughan “steals” his signature point and Jonesboro’s mayor gets a dedicated table at Walk-On’s. A-STATE Women’s Basketball beats Delta State 84–60 in an exhibition featuring costumes, candy and some on-camera nerves for Brandon. Plus, student Brandon Ballard nails a $500 half-court shot on the first night of Broadway Audio & Visual’s new halftime contest. Jonesboro Chick-fil-A employee Danielle Sturgeon is honored for saving 1-year-old Naomi Boone from choking. Valley View student Cooper Rich’s award-winning hunting story sparks memories of favorite classes—and Brandon’s dread of reading aloud. Brilan Knowlton, Margaret Hurst and Brett Daniel from Jonesboro’s Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School preview Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. With Halloween on Saturday, Brandon debates turning on his porch light as he and Kelly compare door-to-door trick-or-treating with trunk-or-treats. Plus, an extra hour of sleep awaits this weekend, and the Milwaukee Brewers celebrate their first World Series title.

Brandon finally watched Dancing With the Stars—and got emotionally invested despite recognizing only one celebrity. Brandon loves the idea of a “Say No Retreat”—staying home and canceling unwanted plans. Kelly says he already does that and suggests saying no before committing. Brandon’s response? Saying no to the conversation. A-STATE Women’s Basketball hosts Dunk or Treat tonight, with candy, costumes and family activities before its exhibition against Delta State. Doors open at 5:30, with tipoff at 7. Taylor Swift joins the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Garth Brooks cancels an added Kansas City show over ticket bots, and Brooks & Dunn are working on their first album of new original material in nearly 20 years. KFIN Breakfast Club: 1) Doc Talk with Dr. Shane Speights - Get your flu shot, how your oral health affects your heart, and why you shouldn’t snack at night. 2) Donald Cooper - Miracle Kids Success Academy - Upcoming Halloween events: Wednesday, October 28: Jonesboro Police Department's Downtown Trunk or Treat. Thursday, October 29: Trunk or Treat at the Trumann clinic. 3) A-STATE's Homecoming King & Queen - Cosmo Deveaux & Emma Dorton in studio fresh-off their crowning moment. 4) Wet Nose Wednesday with Dr. Kevin Reed & Vetcare – Halloween is Coming! Tips and tricks to remember when it comes to your pets. 5) Dr. Dane Flippin & Karen Flippin with Jonesboro Laser Aesthetics & Arkansas Progressive Medicine - Dane's new book, "The Longevity Blueprint: Foundations of a Healthspan-Focused Life."

Kelly compares Brandon’s orange glow in his Coach Dezz photo to Ernie from Sesame Street. He blames the lighting and considers deleting it—he just wanted to look cute! Halloween debates include costume etiquette and an HOA asking residents to skip full-size candy bars. Brandon’s solution? Go generic. He also issues a BSA about speakerphone conversations nobody else wants to hear. Brandon’s dinner fail involves gooey tenderloin and expired pasta salad he didn’t mention to his wife. Kelly questions his cooking—and men’s obsession with chili. ChatGPT’s regional stereotypes inspire a local roast, from Walmart reunions to competitive lawn care. Luckily, Walk-On’s is now open in Jonesboro. Jay-Z lands the Super Bowl halftime show, Taylor and Travis reportedly reject a pricey wedding carousel, and Mario Lopez reveals tiny residual checks. Plus, Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" is back at one, Ashley McBryde's creepy backstage encounter, and Russell Dickerson honored by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Coach Destinee Rogers stops by to talk A-STATE Women’s Basketball, her fitness journey, expectations for the upcoming season, the “Nets Ain’t Free” mindset, and we get a preview of Wednesday night's free Dunk Or Treat exhibition game. We celebrate A-STATE Football's Homecoming win and the new King & Queen. Plus, Brandon actually leaves the house—and now he wants to be an actor! Double B and KP rave about The Link Theatre Company’s “God of Carnage,” while Kelly marvels that BB attended something he wasn’t hosting. Miranda Lambert’s Thanksgiving halftime announcement brings back memories of Pop taking the grandkids to Cowboys games—and Brandon doing everything possible to stay home. Plus, National Pumpkin Day brings carving disasters, roasted seeds, and possible confessions of doorstep pumpkin smashing. Brandon and Kelly thank Valley View Schools for a high-energy tailgate morning, get ready for Hoxie on Friday. And in country music news, Megan Moroney writes for Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This,” while Dolly Parton’s TV tribute raises $1 million for her Imagination Library!

Kelly finally gets her candied fruit from Neme’z Desserts—and Brandon may be dropping one of his favorite Mexican restaurants. They also tackle the endless search for something to watch, Halloween candy prices, and whether Kelly set Brandon up to leave the house by going through Lesley. Brandon talks about interviewing A-STATE Homecoming contestants and how nervous he would’ve been at their age. Plus, God of Carnage brings an immersive, adults-only show to Jonesboro, and Kelly celebrates the return of Glee. Local Domino’s raised nearly $5,571 for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, providing more than 16,700 meals. In entertainment news: Luke Bryan’s son gets a Georgia football offer, Charles Kelley shares a hopeful treatment update, and country legend John Anderson dies at 71. Kylie Jenner reportedly wants a ring from Timothée Chalamet, Lea Michele may return for the Glee reboot, Sydney Sweeney launches a holiday-themed SYRN campaign, and the Bears host the Patriots tonight.

Dr. Dana Watson from Families Inc. Counseling Services joined Brandon and Kelly for a powerful conversation during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. When people hear the term domestic violence, do they only picture physical abuse? What really qualifies as domestic violence, and are there early warning signs in a relationship before things turn serious? Why is "just leaving" so difficult, and why does abuse often happen in cycles where someone is hurtful one day and loving the next? What does gaslighting actually mean, and how does it affect victims? Can someone be abusive without realizing it, and what happens psychologically to children growing up in a home affected by domestic violence? Why isn't abuse always obvious to friends, family, and coworkers, and how should you best respond if someone confides in you? Families Inc. Counseling Services 870-933-6886 FamiliesInc.net

Tim McGraw joins the Country Music Hall of Fame—but his tan steals the spotlight! Kelly says Brandon’s got him beat, apparently telling Tim, “Hold my non-alcoholic beer.” When does supporting your co-host become a tanning intervention? A Canadian man wins a city council seat with the campaign promise, “I barely want to do this”—which sounds a lot like Brandon before 5 a.m. Kelly votes and finds a full community sampler in line. Her platform: good people, more women, and fewer “we’ve always done it this way” excuses. Brookland Public Schools will host a drive-thru food pantry October 27 from 9–11 a.m., offering food and household essentials to local families. Sign up through your child’s school counselor or the district office. Donations are welcome, too. Brandon interviews A-STATE Homecoming candidates, and Kelly makes sure they know who to blame if they don’t win King or Queen. Plus, Double B finally gets invited to a Halloween party—a college frat party. What could go wrong? Megan Moroney sparks dating rumors with soccer star Christian Pulisic after a cozy lock-screen photo surfaces. Riley Green talks future fatherhood—with camo, of course—and Kelsea Ballerini brings bedside music to kids at Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital in Knoxville. KFIN Breakfast Club powered by Families Inc: 1) Doc Talk with Dr. Shane Speights – Walking benefits, AI cancer detection using facial recognition, and the best time to be outside based on air quality. 2) Dr. Dana Watson with Families Inc - Behind Closed Doors: Recognizing domestic violence, understanding why people stay, and breaking the cycle. 3) Wet Nose Wednesday with Dr. Kevin Reed & Vetcare – Gastrointestinal issues with your pets, the top reasons they are vomiting, and what you can do. 4) Amanda McDaniel with A-STATE Alumni Association gets us ready for the The Class of 1976 50th Reunion and Alumni Homecoming Tailgate.

Brandon wonders if taking baths with his grandparents was weird... Kelly’s seven-year age gap sparks a debate about older women dating younger men—and men getting grumpier with age. Double B wants revenge after missing keys leave him stranded at work—with his spare locked inside his vehicle. His prime suspect? Kelly, who denies everything. Then, an incognito Walmart trip goes sideways with an item that won’t scan, a declined debit card, and a sleepless night. A co-worker’s lingering AI login inspires some potential mischief. Plus, are adults dressing up for Halloween or sitting it out? A-STATE basketball earns preseason bragging rights. Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots Festival' is returning in 2027, Lainey Wilson honors Tim McGraw, and Megan Moroney’s angel wings cause a runway traffic jam. Plus, Victoria’s Secret backstage drama rumors, Ariana Grande’s goodbye to her beloved dog, J.Lo dating buzz, and an emotional Dedication Night on Dancing with the Stars.

Football, porch coffee, and fall weather! Brandon enjoys the calm before the chaos while Kelly dives into new hobbies—and both embrace comfort food and the unofficial start of bulking season. A throwback to shaving David the Barrel Boy’s head nine years ago brings back memories of the accident and its unforgettable aftermath. Could “hair banking” help fight future baldness? Plus, making friends as an adult and getting beyond “we should hang out sometime.” Arkansas State kicks off Homecoming Week, Eureka Springs inspires some haunted-house talk, and Gotcha Gossip covers fashion buzz, celebrity controversy, ballroom drama, and tonight’s TV!

Brandon Is In Trouble For Running His Mouth + Parent-Teacher Conference Problems by Brandon & Kelly: The KFIN Morning Show

Brandon notices Kelly has retired her Daisy Duke look—just in time for TimeHop to expose his own Dukes of Hazzard fashion era. From wrestlers to Homey D. Clown, the childhood characters we loved… and the outfits we now have to explain. The best and worst of "boomer" Halloween candy. Brandon finally watches something new! Netflix’s Wonka’s Golden Ticket has him hooked on the sets, the theme, and the idea of competing. But would he actually brave the challenges—and would he be the good guy or the villain? Is an opposite-sex best friend a dating deal breaker? Megan Moroney’s stance sparks a debate—and since Brandon gets along better with women and Kelly gets along better with men, would either survive dating someone just like themselves? Diddy prison rumors, Justin Bieber’s unexpected award, Céline Dion’s Barbie moment, and baby buzz surrounding Hilary Swank. Plus, a look at tonight’s football, TV premieres, and late-night guests.