Gary And Shannon

While Gary is vacationing in Hawaii, Shannon is joined by KFI's very own Michael Monks! Get to know Monks like never before. In this funny, unfiltered episode, Michael opens up about his childhood, his stepdad's discipline, married life in his downtown L.A. loft, and his love of mugs, couches, and cursing.Love the show? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave us a review! Stay dry everyone, blessings!Follow us on Instagram and X

Immigration raid at cannabis farm leads to violence in Camarillo as hundreds protest. Saving Superman: Shelter hopes story of dog rescued from Texas flood debris will help save others. KFI – Entertainment w/ Heather Brooker – 'Superman' opens to mixed reviews from critics / Superman Flop or Not?

Power Hour with Michael Monks! Shannon and Michael discuss Downtown L.A. / Immigration / Student Loans / Candy.

#SWAMPWATCH – In South Carolina, Newsom Tests the Presidential Waters. 90-year-old man is a competitive stair climber. Guest Amber Capone, Co-Founder/CEO of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS). California veterans urge study of 'lifesaving' psychedelic therapy.

#WHATSHAPPENING / KFI’s Eric Sklar joins the show to talk about his dating life!  Is Ghosting Ever OK? #NNNYNTK/WIL.

At least 31 workers were able to escape after a tunnel collapse in Wilmington. They seeded clouds over Texas. Then came the conspiracy theories!

Michael Monks joins Shannon to discuss some of his stories from City Hall, as a reporter for KFI. Reminiscing about 1980s nicknames.

#SWAMPWATCH – Trump to Impose 50% Brazil Tariff, Citing Bolsonaro Trial. A new Scott Peterson mystery: Why is the Innocence Project trying to set him free?

#WHATSHAPPENING / How little videos took over our phones and cooked our brains. #STRANGESCIENCE – The Hidden Talents of Nature’s Unloved Animals, A 100 ft 'mega tsunami' could hit the US at any moment. And that’s only the beginning.

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs / 3 dead after floods in Ruidoso, New Mexico, Sweep Away Homes. Epstein files: Annoyance at Bondi’s handling of case grows inside and outside the White House.

Micheal Monks joins Mo Kelly to talk about the lawsuit brought on by L.A against Trump administration’s Immigration raids. Comicon updates with Heather Brooker! L.A. on pace to see lowest homicide total in nearly 60 years as killings plummet.

SwampWatch – Trump got green light to fire federal workers. Parenting w/ Justin Worshim – 10 parenting habits from the 80s that would spark outrage now / empty nesters reveal what it’s really like when kids move out in 2025.

#Whatshappening / WhatchaWatchingWednesday

We will provide more updates on the Texas flooding and the relief camps. Petty Officer Scott Ruskan has completed his first mission with the U.S. Coast Guard, and he is being hailed as a hero! Andrew McGowan encountered Shallen Yu in Yellowstone and thought to himself, "I'm going to marry that girl." And he did! Shallen was aware that her family might disapprove, and indeed they initially did. However, her mother consulted a Chinese fortune teller, who predicted that they would have their differences but would ultimately work them out. Currently, Andrew and Shallen have two children and are happily married.

KFI – Michael Monks discusses MacArthur Park and the roles of Newsom and Bass. They talk about the protests that took place in June and how they affected the events at MacArthur Park yesterday. The conversation also touches on the grim history of the Verdugo Hills Cemetery in Sunland-Tujunga. Additionally, a poll reveals that the percentage of Canadians who view the U.S. as a top threat has tripled.

#SWAMPWATCH – The maker of M&M’s and Skittles resists RFK Jr.’s demand to eliminate synthetic dyes from candies. "Unknown actor" uses AI to impersonate Marco Rubio. GUEST – Dave Vassegh discusses Dodgers' four-game loss. From Sensual Butt Songs to Santa’s Alleged Coke Habit: AI-generated music is becoming increasingly hard to avoid.

#WHATSHAPPENING – Some U.S. airports no longer require passengers to remove their shoes during standard TSA screenings. Introducing Inca and Milo, the newest penguins at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Texas Flooding Update / Tales from Camp Mystic: Parents are still waiting for news, Michael McCown discusses the situation, and "Girl Dads" are searching for updates. In Texas, at least 82 people have died due to the flooding as rescue efforts continue. Officials were concerned about the flood risk to youth camps but decided against implementing a warning system.

KFI – Michael Monks – Newsom and Bass meet to commemorate the six-month anniversary of the Pali/Eaton Fires. Fun LA history: Burbank Airport is considered a suburb. Baby raves?! There was just one in L.A., and it was strange and wild, filled with glow sticks galore. A tale of two parks: one was a "poor man's Disneyland," while the other featured a Cobra Woman who was actually a man.

#SWAMPWATCH – Trump criticizes Elon’s new political party. A pediatrician has been accused of killing her daughter, claiming that she drowned, while the father believes she is mentally unstable and has been trying to gain custody of their child. KFI – Michael Monks reports that federal agents have been seen in an armored vehicle at MacArthur Park.