Gary and Shannon

Gary and Shannon hit KTLA to promote the 2025 PastaThon—but things get interesting thanks to The Giving Machine and a GS Mic’d mishap on set. Marsha Green, West Coast Marketing Director at Wild Fork Food, joins the show to talk all things flavor, and Heather Brooker stops by with her latest Entertainment Report.

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We’re joined by Ted and Tom from Thorson Buick GMC, breaking down what’s new on the lot and why they’re longtime supporters of the community. Then Kristin Samuelian from SoCal Giving Machines jumps in to share how you can donate to PastaThon through the end of the year at one of their easy-to-use kiosks.

A full lineup, great conversations, and more ways to give back this holiday season—don’t miss it!

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Gary and Shannon spotlight the community heroes fueling this year’s PastaThon success. Smart & Final District Manager Eric Fuchser joins the show to share how stores across Long Beach, the South Bay, and L.A. rallied to collect massive donations. Then Deanne Mendoza, Executive VP of Teacher Created Materials, brings along a standout student from the school that gathered the most pasta and sauce—celebrating the creativity, teamwork, and heart behind their big win. A feel-good episode full of community spirit and PastaThon pride.

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The PastaThon broadcast continues with a lively visit from Andy Riesmeyer, who chats with Gary and Shannon about Indiana roots, sports talk, and his undeniable love for KFI. Then Chef Bruno joins for a heartfelt close to the show, sharing the powerful impact his charity has had on families across Southern California. It’s an episode full of warmth, community, and the spirit behind the PastaThon.

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A travel nightmare unfolds as people pour out of the holiday weekend, and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy scolds passengers—urging better behavior and even better wardrobes when flying. Plus, lawmakers raise alarms that Pete Hegseth may have committed war crimes after a reported second-strike incident.

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A devastating mass shooting at a Stockton-area birthday party leaves multiple victims, including three children. We shift from tragedy to health as we talk about why so many women are chronically dehydrated, and then dive into California’s growing problem with wild green pigs.

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The World Health Organization is officially recommending GLP-1 drugs for obesity, reshaping the global weight-loss conversation. Plus, we break down the Pizza Economy — how rising prices are influencing what people order, which toppings are getting cut, and why your favorite slice might be pricier next month. Smart takes, sharp laughs, and all the news you didn’t realize you needed.

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It’s a packed What’s Happening? — from Cyber Monday frenzy and climate concerns to why sharing photos is suddenly controversial and how gas heaters are draining wallets this winter. Luigi Mangione jumps into the mix, and we dig into the latest 23andMe twist: relatives coming out of the woodwork… looking for cash. Plus, a fresh dose of #MotivationalMonday to kick off the week.

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Happy Holidays! Today we’re bringing you a special Best Of episode featuring some of our favorite segments from the past year. Hours 1 through 4 revisit the moments, conversations, and stories that had everyone talking. Enjoy the holiday, enjoy the highlights, and we’ll be back with fresh episodes soon.

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Happy Holidays! Today we’re bringing you a special Best Of episode featuring some of our favorite segments from the past year. Hours 1 through 4 revisit the moments, conversations, and stories that had everyone talking. Enjoy the holiday, enjoy the highlights, and we’ll be back with fresh episodes soon.

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