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ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Thoughts on the incident involving Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla being handcuffed and forcibly removed from Kristi Noem’s immigration press conference w/ Spectrum News 1 Reporter, and friend of the program, Jo Kwon, who was in the room when it happened - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk about homeowners going without insurance as costs rise, the EFT that allows you to invest in NFTs, and ‘functional unemployment’ being near 25%.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s dive into the latest shows and movies we’ve been watching! Whether it’s a binge-worthy series or a movie that left you speechless, this is the place to share it. And hey, we’re also excited to hear what you’ve been watching!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent firing of ABC News correspondent Terry Moran over a politically charged social media post has sparked fierce debate across newsrooms nationwide. To help us unpack the ethics, implications, and future of journalist conduct in the digital age, KFI's Heather Brooker spoke with Christina Bellantoni—Director of the Media Center and Professor of Professional Practice at USC Annenberg. A veteran journalist and newsroom leader, Christina brings deep insight into how news organizations are navigating objectivity, transparency, and the ever-blurring boundaries of social media. We're going beyond the headline to ask: Is the age of the outspoken journalist over? Or is this just the start of a long-overdue reckoning?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Haidt Urges Fathers to Engage in ‘Risk-Taking’ Play with Kids and does Strength-Based Parenting Actually Work?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Bill about RFK Jr firing the entire US vaccine committee, British doctors prescribing poo pills, and cold plunges… are they actually good for you?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about getting locked out of social sites, Apple’s 2025 WWDC, Nintendo’s Switch 2, and the latest scam texts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC News tech reporter joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Mike talks about Apple’s WWDC where they previewed features coming soon to iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard about Campbells saying more people are eating at home and ways to not spend so much.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Armed agents in tactical gear threw flash-bang grenades to disperse a crowd in Los Angeles’s Fashion District. Later, agents fired less-than-lethal ammunition at protesters outside a detention center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live coverage of protests in Downtown L.A. amid ICE raids. Law Enforcement agents fired less-than-lethal ammunition at protesters outside a detention center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live coverage of protests in Downtown L.A. amid ice raids. Law Enforcement agents fired less-than-lethal ammunition at protesters outside a detention center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump deploys 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LAPD declares "Unlawful Assembly," Warning protestors to clear the area or face arrest and risk injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Monks - Armed agents in tactical gear used flash-bang grenades to disperse a crowd in Los Angeles's Fashion District and fired less-than-lethal ammunition at protesters outside a detention center. Federal officials announced that 9-year-old fourth grader Martir Garcia Lara, a student at Torrance Elementary School, will be deported after he and his father, Martir Garcia-Banegas, 50, were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during an immigration hearing on May 29. The two were separated after expecting an update on their immigration status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The air is charged with energy as protesters passionately chant, "ICE out of L.A.!" Their voices resonate through the streets, demanding change and justice for their community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live and Local News, LA Protests - Breaking News - I.C.E. Raids Updates. US Attorney confirms FBI, federal agencies serve search warrants in downtown LA. Teenage boy killed, 5 others hurt in parking lot crash at L.A. school. California hotel guests awarded $2 million in bed bug lawsuit. Kalahari Lewis - Campbell, Filmmaker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live and Local News, LA Protests - Breaking News - I.C.E. Raids Updates. Deeper Dives - Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Eagle family! History of FOBBV. (Friends of Big Bear Valley) Carlos Clemente - Host of Happily Ever Afters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Costco’s ice cream Sandos, the 6 size classifications for egg sizes, & Sam’s Club’s new customer chosen drink.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about architecture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘The Sex Doctor Is In’ w/ Sam Zia; MA LMFT (#106352), PhD Candidate, Human Sexuality, delving into the difficulty of couples “breaking up,” especially when sex is still involved…PLUS – A look at the unintended consequences of “young, female, OnlyFans stars making their lives look aspirational” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘Tech Thursday’ with regular guest contributor; (author, podcast host, and technology pundit) Marsha Collier discussing everything from financial apps and paying online, to texting on your phone and MORE - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TECHTALK w/ Marc Saltzman – Nintendo Switch 2 hype leads to shortages, special store opening hours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Bill about a brain eating amoeba and the new Covid strain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk about Gen Zers not wanting to start a bar tab, 1/8 wardrobe purchases come from Amazon, and the 4% withdrawal rule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – An in-depth conversation with Visual Storyteller, Fonco Studios CEO/Creative Dir., Director, Producer, Designer, Spfx Sup, Celeb. Judge, Stan Winston School Teacher & Friend of the program, Fon Davis, who returns to the show to share his latest work with ‘Light and Magic Season 2,’ ‘Star Wars Celebration’ in Japan AND a new Beyoncé Project - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#PARENTING – Research shows most consider their dad a top life mentor / Why parents are asking their kids to help plan trips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about the Nintendo Switch 2, WYZE’s new light bulb camera, and Photoshop arriving on Android.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; from the BET Experience coming to LA this Thursday through Sunday, and "...No one puts baby in the corner..." at "Late Night! at the Skirball in the Sepulveda; to what's coming up this month for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month including LA Pride in Hollywood this weekend and ‘Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nites’ later this month. Follow Nick's adventures on socials @NickPagliochini, @ThisWeekendWithNick, and if you're hungry, @15MinuteFoodie - 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 Emmy-Winning Host/Anchor for Spectrum News 1 & Friend of the show Kelvin Washington, who joins the program to announce his selection as Host of the LA Emmy Nominations - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Erin Patterson faces three counts of murder after accidentally serving beef Wellington containing mushrooms. A teacher was heard screaming for help, and a student witness later changed his account of what he saw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

British Airways' Naked Flight Attendant and United Airlines' Changes to Check-in Rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI & KTLA tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Nintendo’s Switch 2 launching this week, Google Wallet is dropping PayPal support, AI is helping to fight shoplifting, and an AI-powered radio station in LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard about millionaires choosing to rent and workers cutting their 401K contributions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with Sandy Steers, Friends of Big Bear Valley executive director about eaglet Sunny leaving the nest for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – A look ‘Beyond the Box Score’ with regular guest contributor Jackie Rae, host of ‘The Jackie Rae Show,’ weighing in on NBA Star Zion Williamson being sued for “allegedly raping & kidnapping his ex-girlfriend AND Trans athlete AB Hernandez being allowed to compete in & win 2 girls track and field events at the California state finals…PLUS – A look at the head-to-head race for robotaxi supremacy between Tesla and Waymo AND your weekly horoscopes with your sign in the Summer Solstice - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz Svatek is a transformational coach, rapid transformational therapist, and founder of Warrior Women Inc., a company empowering women over 40. She hosts the top-ranked Conversations with Warrior Women podcast, where she shares inspiring stories of resilience. Liz combines neuroscience, human design, and mindset mastery to help women overcome limiting beliefs and live with purpose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California legislature members discussed the closure of two refineries next year, which has caused some concerns that it could increase the cost for gas or increase amount of fuel imported at ports in Los Angeles in Long Beach. Assemblymember Mike Gipson speaks with NBC4’s Conan Nolan. A recent AP-NORC poll found that about 7 in 10 U.S. adults think transgender female athletes should not be allowed to participate in girls and women's sports at the high school, college or professional level. That view was shared by about 9 in 10 Republicans and roughly half of Democrats. The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. Former Charles Manson follower and California's longest-serving female inmate Patricia Krenwinkel was recommended for parole after serving more than five decades for multiple killings in 1969, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump bid farewell to Elon Musk in the Oval Office on Friday, providing a cordial conclusion to a tumultuous tenure for the billionaire entrepreneur. AI could wipe out half of all entry-level white-collar jobs — and spike unemployment to 10-20% in the next one to five years, Amodei told us in an interview from his San Francisco office. More than three-quarters of Americans (77%) want companies to create AI slowly and get it right the first time, even if that delays breakthroughs, the 2025 Axios Harris 100 poll found.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News of note from Tinsel Town and beyond. Self-directed education, commonly known as unschooling, is a form of homeschooling that is based on activities and life experiences chosen by the child, according to the Alliance for Self-Directed Learning (ASDE), a nonprofit dedicated to increasing awareness and accessibility to unschooling. Stories that make you say “Hmmmm?” that didn’t fit neatly into any other spot on the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark returns from an Alaskan adventure filled with stunning wildlife, river-spawning salmon, and a bit of history: from Russian sea otter hunters to the Gold Rush boom! He also shares a funny tale about a shopping mishap with a linen suit. Then, he dives into the serious story of animal abuse in LA shelters exposed by former GM Staycee Dains. Finally, author Kyra Davis joins to chat about her new historical novel, The Great Mann, set in the glitzy Black elite enclave of West Adams Heights during the 1940s—a world of jazz, galas, and the push-pull of cultural identity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Thompson opens the hour with KFI’s entertainment reporter, Heather Brooker, talking Lilo & Stitch’s surprising comeback, Mission Impossible’s mixed reviews, the new Karate Kid, and the excitement around Happy Gilmore 2. He also covers TNT’s loss of NBA rights to ESPN and what’s next for Inside the NBA. Later, grief counselor Beth Bigler joins Mark for an emotional conversation about pet bereavement and the enduring bonds we share with our furry family members. Wrapping up the hour, Chris Merrill pops in to tease what’s ahead on his show, including Otani’s nap and Yankees fans’ meltdown after their series loss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Kyra Davis Lurie joins Mark Thompson to discuss her new historical novel, The Great Mann, set in the glamorous West Adams Heights neighborhood of 1940s Los Angeles. They explore the rich culture of the Black business elite, the controversies around Black performers of the time, and the larger-than-life figures who brought the community to life. Kyra also shares upcoming events to promote her book and why The Great Mann is being compared to The Great Gatsby—don’t miss it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A series of fires, some large, some small, break out around the LA area including by Dodger Stadium during LA's game with the Yankees. Santa Monica residents are angry with Waymo's noise, but Michael's mom says the service is better at driving than he is. Immigration busts take place in LA and San Diego, worrying activists. Some at LA City Hall have pushed back against extending Mayor Bass's homeless emergency. Three LA city council members propose a public bank as a way to save taxpayer money and to reinvest in the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An activist group has released a report on the Palisades fire and concludes the official narrative from government officials about how it was an unprecedented event is unfounded. Elaine Culotti, a Palisades resident and real estate developer, says she's angry with the government response to the fire, particularly the removal of debris, and says she has a better idea on how to deal with it. Finally, Hollywood's problems continue to be spelled out in reports detailing the high costs of movie-making in LA. And the Big Bear eaglets, who've been confirmed to be sisters, are closer to leaving the nest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live and Local News. Students who lost their home in the Eaton Fire scammed, stood up by limo driver for prom. For some students, the most dangerous part of the school day is getting home. Los Angeles Passes US’s Highest Minimum Wage as Labor Prepares for 2028 Olympics. Six Flags to cut 135 jobs at Knott’s, Magic Mountain and other California parks. Santa Monica residents’ battle against Waymo beeping escalates. T-Mobile's App Is Recording Your Screen by Default, and You Should Turn It Off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deeper Dives - What Do Gen Z Renters Want? Amenities, Aesthetics and Their Own Mini Universe. Renting far cheaper than buying in California’s largest metro areas, report finds. Top 10 trends in the luxury multifamily housing market. Tenants displaced as city approves Boyle Heights project after gentrification battle. What In the World News: US Airlines Start Quietly Charging More for Solo Travelers. Cross with Monks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests can now step into a piece of Hollywood and animation history with the launch of the Table 31 Experience at Tam O’Shanter, Los Angeles’ oldest restaurant operated by the same family in the same location. For the first time, diners can reserve Walt Disney’s favorite table and enjoy a curated, story-rich evening in the very seat where Disney and his Imagineers once gathered for countless meals and creative conversations. Take a listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southern California’s finest food, wine, and spirits celebration featuring Celebrity Chefs, Master Sommeliers, and Spirits Authorities brings you an elevated and curated weekend experience unlike any other. Relish is happening next month! Take a listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.