Andy’s guest on the phone tonight? Acclaimed radio DJ “Shotgun Tom” Kelly, who’s discussing his new book, “All I Wanna Do is Play the Hits!” Kelly got his start in radio at the tender age of 16! You can hear him on SiriusXM’s 60s Gold. Andy took a call from a listener who was a big fan so that we could grieve together. We talk about eating kangaroo vs eating elk. The crew finds it weird that Aussies eat their national symbol.

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 Australia’s response to the antisemitic massacre over the weekend on Bondi Beach during the first night of Chanukkah is to enact even tougher gun laws. To more on Rob and Michele Reiner’s fatal stabbing at the alleged hands of his son Nick. According to reports, they’d earlier attended a holiday party at the home of Conan O'Brien but the family argued and left early, after Nick Reiner made people feel uncomfortable. The father and son made a film 10 years ago called “Being Charlie,” about substance abuse. Nick is presently being held without bail. Any “Bosch” fans? The Amazon LAPD detective drama, which stars actor Titus Welliver and has concluded its run, is set in Los Angeles and frames the City of Angels as a main character. The Swag Gap? It’s basically the thing where your partner is cooler than you are. The concept was created by a 20-year-old student named Dillon Escourse. Jerry O’Donnell, the actor who played Officer Servidone in “Bosch,” is now training to be a police officer — at age 65. Andy nerds out on old radio segments that exist on YouTube. He just loves that deep voice of God! Can we win $19,000 if we guess the music medley? What does AI mean for the future of humankind? Well, a streamer named IShowSpeed is being sued for assaulting gay robot named Jake the Rizzbot, who moved to Los Angeles and came out. The lawsuit is worth a whopping $1 million.  In Michigan, gas is averaging $2.85 a gallon. We in SoCal are very jealous of that gas price.

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The Chargers have crushed the Chiefs, dashing their playoff hopes! Shannon Farren is on the phone to talk about the amazing defeat of Patrick Mahomes and co. We’re following the terrorist attack on Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, targeting the local Jewish community on the first night of Channukah. Two gunman opened fire, 16 dead. In Indiana, a DoorDash delivery woman was caught tampering with food by spraying an unknown substance, likely pepper spray, on a customers’ Arby’s dinner delivery, making the customers sick.  At the Montalbán Theatre, the fantasy role-playing tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons becomes more immersive than ever, thanks to a D&D-themed stage show called “The Twenty-Sided Tavern.” Will Champion, one of the actors, joins us on the phone to talk about the immersive, interactive play.

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Andy went to see Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs play a concert in a beautiful theater in DTLA. Campbell was formerly in Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — and we all love us some Tom Petty! Carl Erik Rinsch, the director of “47 Ronan,” defrauded Netflix out of $11 million and has now been convicted. What did he spend all those millions on? Investments, crypto, a Ferrari, five Rolls-Royce, luxury bedding, furniture, antiques lawyers, watches and jewelry. He spent nearly $1 million on two Hästens mattresses! How are you celebrating New Year’s Eve in LA this year? What about that pit in your stomach when you receive the DWP bill? One local man in Van Nuys received a staggering utility bill to the tune of more than $13,000! Imagine if Spotify Wrapped was used for other things aside from your music? Well, SNL did just that, but for Uber Eats! Speaking of which, food inflation is still a thing, with food so expensive! Mozzarella sticks are up nearly 40%! Apparently, people can’t afford to order mains, so appetizers are where it’s at.

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Guest Jessica Steinman of No Matter What Recovery L.A. joins the conversation to discuss the growing mental health challenges facing children and teens.

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Amy talks with the CMO of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Foundation Melissa Gellar about Christmas at the Ronald Reagan Library.

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If you are Jewish and single, we have all you need to know about the Matzoaball as we talk to the National Director, Brittany Shoughi. MATZOBALL, the legendary Jewish singles party dubbed #1 holiday party in the country by USA Today, is celebrating its 38th year on Christmas Eve 2025. Take a listen.

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Chris Merrill's got a question for you: what's the show you'd love to see rebooted after the Warner Brothers deal? From classic cartoons to sci-fi favorites, Chris shares his picks and yours. Plus, meet the "Cone King," a vigilante parking enforcement officer taking on LA's streets, and hear about a bizarre case involving a cult in Hemet. We'll also dive into the latest on the Warner Brothers deal and get your thoughts on the shows you'd like to see revived.

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Chris Merrill discusses the latest news on the federal government's policy to ban junk food purchases with SNAP benefits. He shares his thoughts on the potential benefits and drawbacks of this new rule, citing concerns about food deserts and the stigma surrounding public assistance. Chris also talks about the recent trend of grocery stores offering discounts to attract customers and the rise of online shopping. Additionally, he delves into a story about a scam involving drones dropping contraband into prisons and the increasing use of streaming services.

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Chris Merrill's got a lively discussion going on this episode of KFI AM 640. He's talking about TV show reboots and what he'd like to see brought back. From classic sitcoms like "Archie Bunker" to iconic medical dramas like "Emergency," Chris shares his thoughts on which shows could make a comeback. He's also joined by listeners who weigh in with their own favorite reboots, including "Six Feet Under" and "Bewitched." With a mix of humor and nostalgia, Chris dives into the world of TV reboots and what it takes to make them work.

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