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Chris is covering MAGA avenging Charlie Kirk, what's up with Tylenol, and does this MAGA dentist deserve forgiveness and laughs? It's all on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris wants to know your secret headache remedy. PLUS ICE is all over and certain people aren't happy. Squirrels are attacking and don't impersonate an officer. All that and more on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KTLA’s morning host Kacey Montoya talks to Andy about her amazing blue eyes, plus her spay ’n’ neuter nonprofit Fix’n Fidos. A pro-Trump California dentist went viral for joking about giving her patients worse care if they aren't Trump supporters, and a Chicago dentist, who was confused for the California dentist in an attempted cancelation, is speaking out. Plus, we head to LA ComicCon to hang with the nerds. South Bay comedian Granison Crawford is in studio to talk about using the Metro in LA instead of driving, plus doing comedy in Cali. Also, horrifyingly, one in five adult Americans get their news from TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy Riesmeyer kicks off the show with breaking coverage of the shooting at a Mormon church in Michigan, with two dead and eight wounded, plus a warning from Long Beach PD about scammers posing as police. He then dives into the January Altadena wildfire investigation, where systemic failures in evacuation orders cost 19 lives, and lightens the mood with a conversation on comedy in the workplace, and why it’s not for everyone. Later, KTLA’s Jasmine Simpkins joins Andy in studio to talk about Hollywood, and Leonardo DiCaprio’s new Paul Thomas Anderson action-comedy One Battle After Another. Jasmine also shares insights from her reporting on the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner, author, and leading expert in women’s hormones and metabolic health. She is the host of the top-rated podcast Energized with Dr. Mariza (13M+ downloads), and the author of eight books, including the upcoming The Perimenopause Revolution (Hay House, Oct 2025). Her work helps midlife women understand and harness the power of hormone balance, metabolic resilience, and self-advocacy during one of the most pivotal stages of life. Her forthcoming book The Perimenopause Revolution (Hay House, October 2025) which is breaking the silence around one of the biggest, yet least understood, transitions in a woman’s life: perimenopause and its impact on relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spooky Season is upon us! Neil and Amy went Over the Edge, and the height was a bit spooky. Neil LOOKED DOWN, bad idea. PLUS It's time to make some spooky snacks and Neil is giving us tips on this Technique of the Week. Take a listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents: Mark Rahner’s review of the new Warner Bros. Pictures action/thriller “One Battle After Another” in ‘The Rahner Report’ - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents: A conversation with Actress Chase Infiniti, who joins the program to preview one of the year’s most anticipated films, “One Battle After Another” which "tells the story of ‘Bob,’ a former revolutionary (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) whose spirited daughter Willa (played by Chase) goes missing after his former nemesis reappears" - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents: A conversation with Actor Emile Hirsch & Director Sean McNamara, who join the program to preview their new film "Bau: Artist at War", which tells “the extraordinary true story of Joseph Bau, a man who defied the darkness of the Holocaust with art, humor, and an unbreakable spirit” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday we bring you stories that have slipped though the cracks and we call them the Nine News Nuggets You Need To Know:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech Talk w/ Marc Salzman: Optimizing your phone battery with these tips and upcoming October Prime deals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents: – In-depth analysis of the most viral stories of the week in ‘The Viral Load’ with regular guest contributor Tiffany Hobbs weighing in on everything from the viral TikTok showing a cruise passenger trapped inside a water slide over the ocean, to the new “cattail biting” trend on TikTok… PLUS – Thoughts on the AI singer that landed a Million-Dollar record deal - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘Wellness Wednesday’ with wife, mother, fitness expert, masterful storyteller & regular guest contributor Claudine Cooper AKA ‘The Nice Exercise Lady’ weighing in on Pilates and Yoga elitists claims that Gyms have watered both exercise systems down and MORE - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Neil about Tylenol and the risk of Autism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about Disney+ price hike, iPhone Air bend test, Uber pre-paid passes, and Amazon Fresh closures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “What’s Up” with regular guest contributor Nick Pagliochini delving into a plethora of things for you to check out and enjoy throughout the Southland and beyond! LA Comic Con happens this weekend in Downtown LA with a star-studded cast of celebrities joining the line-up! Down the street at Magic Box LA, a “Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Discovery” Pop-Up will be happening, and it's "Free 99" to attend! "The Other Art Show" takes place at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica, Thursday through Sunday. Also, the 44th "Fascination of Orchids" International Festival of Orchids & Exotic Plants shows off its incredible blooms at the Santa Ana Zoo, the ‘Montana Avenue Art Walk’ takes place in Santa Monica, and ‘LA Fright Club’ has an early morning ‘Spooky Hike’ on Sunday morning! Trust us, this week, Nick's got a lot! Don't forget to check the link in bio @NickPagliochini & @ThisWeekendWithNick on socials to learn about all of these things and so much more - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on #TrueCrimeTuesday, Gary and Shannon talk about a Wealthy 90210 Widow Found Dead in her home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show to discuss Verizon’s budget brand Visible, popular power bank maker Anker is recalling another 500,000 units because they can catch fire, and Facebook’s AI dating assistantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy speaks with Union Rescue Mission CEO Mark Hood about the ‘Over the Edge’ fundraising event supporting URM's long-term solutions, from emergency shelter and recovery programs to transitional housing, and education,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘Beyond the Box Score’ with regular guest contributor Jackie Rae, host of ‘The Jackie Rae Show,’ weighing in on the brewing NCAA gambling scandal & the mystery surrounding Auburn’s men's basketball coach Bruce Pearl stepping down after 11 seasons - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Goodson is an author, keynote speaker, and former HR leader transforming how we think about relationships, self-worth, and connection. Her unique perspective stems from her lived experience with physical disability. At age 8, Emily experienced a brain injury that left her partially paralyzed on the left side of her body. Through her journey of recovery and self-discovery, she cultivated resilience and a lifelong commitment to changing the discourse on confidence, intimacy, and inclusion. Emily’s talks about her new book "Dating Disability: 15 Stories of Dealing with the BS and Building Confidence" further builds upon the themes she exploredSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris is covering Charlie Kirk, Epstein and a judge getting a tough sentence from another judge, in our LA law segment. It's all on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's no business like show business, and Chris wants to know is Jimmy Kimmel ever coming back? Is it a free speech issue? PLUS adult toys? Strap in. It's all on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The brainchild of Frank Mendoza, El Sushi Loco is a place to bond with family and a lively place to hang out with friends. El Sushi Loco may be the truest expression of east meeting west, with tastes and textures both exotic and familiar. The flavors and ambiance provide the perfect place for a festive and tasty lunch or dinner. You're going to be happy Mexico met Japan when you try this food!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy King and Neil are going over the edge for Rescue Mission!! Union Rescue Mission’s 7th Annual Over the Edge is here, offering thrill-seekers and compassionate supporters alike the opportunity to rappel 25 stories down the side of the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City Hotel. But this isn’t just an adrenaline rush, it’s a life-changing act of service. By going “Over the Edge,” you’re helping to provide a safe path off the streets for men, women, children, and families experiencing homelessness across Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For The Win, a Los Angeles chainlet of smash burger joints that launched during the height of the pandemic, has opened its first San Diego location in Pacific Beach. It’s quickly becoming a favorite among both locals and burger aficionados. These burgers are phenomenal! Take a listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's never the wrong season for a burger. It's not just a Summer thing. Neil has some tips for the perfect burger, no matter the season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Mark Rahner’s review of the new Netflix documentary “aka Charlie Sheen” in the Rahner Report - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday we bring you stories that have slipped though the cracks and we call them the Nine News Nuggets You Need To Know:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of Americans are part of the Sandwich Generation, people who are raising children while also caring for aging parents. For KFI's Heather Brooker, that role became deeply personal when her mother, Barbara, faced lymphoma not once, but twice. For National Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Heather shares her family’s story of cancer survival, resilience, and the everyday challenges of balancing life in the middle. With insights from a City of Hope oncologist and a family therapist, this conversation sheds light on the stress, strength, and hope that define the Sandwich Generation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “The Sex Doctor Is In” w/ Sam Zia, MA LMFT (#106352), PhD Candidate, Human Sexuality; delving into Pornhub’s ranking of the top 10 porn watching states and the top searches in each state - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Thoughts on Microsoft Installing Co-Pilot in Office 365 users PCs AND Amazon ending product commingling from different sellers on ‘Tech Thursday’ with regular guest contributor; (President at The Collier Company, Inc | NY Times Best-Selling Author, Radio Host & Tech Expert) Marsha Collier - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#STRANGESCIENCE : Gary and Shannon discuss the wierd side of science!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TECHTALK – New iPhone releases tomorrow. News Gen Z man to avoid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘Wellness Wednesday’ with wife, mother, fitness expert, masterful storyteller & regular guest contributor Claudine Cooper AKA ‘The Nice Exercise Lady’ weighing in on Pilates and Yoga elitists claims that Gyms have watered both exercise systems down and MORE - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#WHATCHAWATCHING – ‘Love Con Revenge’ Reveals the Scammers’ Playbook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PARENTING: Mom tells 9-yo daughters to pay rent or get evicted. Empty nest? What parenting looks like after they leave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.’ Today, Rich talks about iOS 26, new iPhones out Friday, Amazon Prime days in October, and a new hair test to detect autism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “What’s Up” with regular guest contributor Nick Pagliochini delving into everything the Southland has to offer and getting you ready for Halloween early with the big 3 – ‘Halloween Horror Nights’ at Universal Studios Hollywood, ‘Knott's Scary Farm’ in Buena Park and Six Flags Magic Mountain's ‘Fright Fest’ in Valencia; to All-Hallows Eve excitement at ‘LA Haunted Hayride’ at Griffith Park, ‘Delusion: Harrowing of Hell’ in Downtown LA, Queen Mary's ‘Dark Harbor in Long Beach’, and ‘Castle Dark’ in Riverside. Learn about all of these and so much more by checking out Nick’s socials @NickPagliochini and @ThisWeekendWithNick - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Regular guest contributor & Associate Director of Communications for VIZIO, Chris Woolsey joins the program to share the latest offerings from VIZIO’s ‘Watch Free+’ including “September Comedies” with ‘Kindergarten Cop,’ ‘Snatch,’ and ‘Encino Man’ & “Adventure Titles” with ‘Waterworld,’ ‘Desperado,’ and ‘In the Line of Fire’ - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#TCT – How a discarded cigarette led to an arrest in Idaho teen Angie Dodge's cold case murder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Saavedra fills in for Bill while he is out on vacation. KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show to discuss the iOS 26 launch, new iPhones coming, another Amazon Prime Day announced, and the NEW robotaxi in Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with the host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard about new iPhone debt, health insurance, and American’s reliance on social security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1- Chris is getting into politics and law. Also dogs are too good for us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2- Chris is getting into the perfect salary, what you can afford on your salary, and California homes are going up. It's all on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3- There's no business like show business! Dwayne the Rock Johnson's contribution to the Venice film festival, and Chris isn't allowed to do karaoke. Also we are learning how to have more sex. It's all on KFIAM-640!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy touches on the shock assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk. Utah Gov. Spencer Cox talked about the 22-year-old suspect, Tyler Robinson, who he said is not cooperating with investigators. Cox also mentioned Robinson’s transgender roommate and romantic partner. Is social media partially to blame for this killing and the subsequent reaction? GUEST: Ray Yslas from the classic band Chicago joins Andy to talk about touring and playing live music. Yslas has also played with the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Christina Aguilera! Chicago is playing the Hollywood Bowl tonight. GUEST: Sports newscaster Steve Hartman joins Andy for a discussion about the UCLA college football program. GUEST: Mark Ellis, Comedian joins Andy to talk about 1990s rock nostalgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman was stabbed by a man around 3.30am this morning during a Boys Town brawl in West Hollywood, involving up to 30 people. More with comedian Mark Ellis, who talks about free speech and playing shows in Las Vegas. Plus, the Emmys are on tonight. Producer Richie thought “Hold the Line” by TOTO was actually a Pokemon theme song! Nate Bargatze hosts the Emmys tonight, so Andy makes predictions about who will win. But does anyone really care enough to watch the Emmys broadcast? The results are in regarding soil testing from the wildfires that decimated parts of Los Angeles last January, and people impacted by the Eaton Fire are dealing with elevated lead samples in their environment. “Black-ish” creator Kenya Barris wants to set his new sitcom against the backdrop of post-fire-ravaged Altadena. In Koreatown, a private empty lot is hosting a growing homeless encampment that is stressing out locals. There’s a tennis court, garden and cooking area, as well as fires, break-ins and drug dealing. What is Mayor Karen Bass doing to stop this? Also, are you accidentally eating what you shouldn’t be eating? Shark filets sold in grocery stores are not appropriately labeled, so people could be eating endangered species. Is now the right time to buy a house? Interest rates are dropping, is it also a good time to refinance? In some areas, home prices are starting to fall for the first time since 2012. Are aliens real? A recent discovery on Mars has us rethinking what we think we know about extraterrestrial life. Plus, is your astrology sign actually fake?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Mark Rahner’s review of the new Lionsgate adaptation of Stephen King’s first-written novel ‘The Long Walk’ in the Rahner Report - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – A follow-up on the wager between Mo’ & Melissa, the Founder of the independent Black-owned media company ‘2UrbanGirls,’ regarding former KTTV, Fox L.A. host Elex Michaelson’s next move as-well-as a look at the latest news coming out of Inglewood - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.