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Wake Up Call with Amy King

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Declaration of Independence Hitting the Road

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the senate rejecting the resolution to force Trump administration to end Iran strikes. ABC News reporter Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the Kurdish dissident groups saying they are preparing to join the fight against Iran with US support. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan talking about the Declaration of Independence coming to a city near you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 5, 202637 min

Your Voice Your Vote 2026

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show talking about midterms elections. ABC News reporter Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Israel delivering ‘precise strike’ on underground compound link to nukes. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews ‘In the Blink of an Eye’ now streaming on Hulu. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy talking about the break down in negotiations between the Trump administration and Iranian officials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 202638 min

U.S. Closes Two Gulf Embassies

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about conflicting rationale for strikes are raising concern among democrats and republicans alike. ABC News reporter Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the latest out of the Middle East. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with author of Burn the Water & award-winning screenwriter Billy Ray.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 202643 min

Operation Epic Fury

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about congressional reaction to the U.S. striking Iran. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the impact of Operation Epic Fury on the region. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with futurist Kevin Cirilli about high tech warfare.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 2, 202646 min

Epstein Saga: Hillary Clinton Deposition

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalabous discussing Hillary Clinton’s deposition in front of the House Oversight Committee. Amy talks with certified health coach Hunter Stoler about high prices of groceries and how to make the most of your dollars. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss talking about the reprise of Scrubs, Paradise season 2, and Scream 7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 27, 202641 min

Mexico Travel Disruptions

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show talking about Ukraine/Russia and Iran talks today in Geneva. ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy speaks on Hillary Clinton set to give her deposition to the House Oversight Committee today. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with the CEO of InsureMyTrip Suzanne Morrow about what travelers from California should know about Mexico travel disruptions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 202638 min

Takeaways from Trump's State of the Union

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show recapping President Trump’s State of the Union Address.  KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about a new weather app you’ll want to have, the latest out of Samsung, and Nearby glasses. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews Song Sung Blue now streaming on Peacock. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with Media and Website Manager for Friends of Big Bear Valley Jenny Voisard about Jackie and Shadow having a new egg  in the nest and Save Moon Camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 202641 min

President Trump's State of the Union Tonight

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers previews President Trump’s State of the Union happening tonight. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan talks about the key to wildfire prevention may be artificial intelligence. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about homeowners’ rising maintenance costs and grocery lists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 202640 min

The Future of Tariffs

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show discussing the future of tariffs. ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy speaks on DHS reversing precheck suspensions. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with the founder of Lady Freethinker about the rise of pet abandonment in Los Angeles.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 202639 min

USA Women’s Hockey Wins Gold

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with futurist Kevin Cirelli talking about outer space. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about the best from the International Builders Show. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about the Winter Olympics including USA Women’s Hockey winning gold in dramatic fashion over Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 202642 min

Orient Express of the U.S.

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show with a Winter Olympics update. Amy talks about the iconic Orient Express brand returning with 17 vintage cars in 2026. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with retired FBI agent and ABC News contributor Richard Frankel about the latest from the Nancy Guthrie investigation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 202641 min

Would You Sleepcation?

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss progress being made in talks with Iran. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about TikTok Local, Wuffy the Robot Dog, private search engines, and a preview into Apple’s upcoming March event. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews Paradise; season 2 streaming on Hulu starting February 23rd. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking about… Sleepcations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 202640 min

Partial Government Shutdown Continues

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers talking about the ongoing partial government shutdown and how it is affecting DHS. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan shares an update on the 2026 Winter Olympics. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about the most fuel-efficient cars and outstanding credit card debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 202639 min

President’s Day

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Any revisits conversations she had with author and son of actor Leonard Nemoy, Adam Nemoy and the late Sandy Steers from Friends of Big Bear Valley who passed away last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 202643 min

Neighbors, Kennedys, and Marty Supreme

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan opens the show with an Olympic update. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about romancing your home. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss talking about Neighbors, Kennedys, and Marty Supreme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 13, 202642 min

RIP Sandy Steers, Friends of Big Bear Valley

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. It is with heavy hearts we learned Sandy Steers, who helped bring Big Bear eagles Jackie and Shadow to the world, has passed away. ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett opens the show talking about drawing parallels between the Guthrie investigation and another infamous case from 2001. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan about to 2026 Winter Olympics and where the U.S currently ranks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 202642 min

Early Detection Saves Lives

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show talking about the 2026 Winter Olympics. Today marks Amy’s 5yr anniversary of her final Chemo treatment for Colon Cancer and urges everyone to get checked early. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about selecting a good grocery store, the use of delivery apps, and stealth wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 202639 min

Seahawks Win Super Bowl LIX

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Peter Charalambous opens the show talking about the Guthrie siblings releasing a new video pleading for missing mother’s return. iHeart Radio reporter Rory O’Neill gives an Olympics update. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy recapping the 2026 Super Bowl, the Super Bowl ads, and the Olympics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 202639 min

Super Bowl Weekend

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan speaking on the latest in the search for Nancy Guthrie. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about being able to design your own home and be your own house whisperer. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment correspondent Will Ganss talking about the Muppets, the Burbs, and of course the Super Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 202637 min

The Latest: Nancy Guthrie Abduction

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett opens the show talking about the Nancy Guthrie abduction and the steps being done to solve the investigation. Amy speaks with ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller live from Jerusalem about Iran and the US holding nuclear talks on Friday in Oman as tensions remain high. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy taking us ‘Out and About’ to the California Science Center highlighting their new Mummies exhibit, ‘Mummies Of The World.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 202639 min

End of the Partial Government Shutdown

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the House passing the funding package to end the partial government shutdown. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about FAHLO, social security scam, the latest and greatest in new televisions, and Bitcoin crashing. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews ‘Drops of God’ now streaming on Apple TV. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan about the abduction of Nancy Guthrie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 202639 min

Moltbook: AI Agents Talking to One Another

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Mike Dobuski opens the show with tech talk. Today, Mike talks about the newly dropped ‘Moltbook’ where AI agents are talking to… each other. Amy speaks with ABC News reporter Jordana Miller live from Jerusalem about the Rafah passage opening, Kushner meeting with Netanyahu, and President Trump confirming talks with Iran. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about big money on beauty supplies, tax refund loans, and tipping fatigue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 202641 min

Criticism Over Epstein File Release

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous opens the show talking about DOJ facing criticism over Epstein file release. Amy talks with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan about the 5-year-old and his dad returning to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas.  Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy speaking on the latest regarding a potential government shutdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 2, 202641 min

Man Impersonates an FBI agent

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous talking about the man who allegedly tried to break Luigi Mangione out of jail by impersonating an FBI agent. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about the best home devices at CES. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss talking about Rachael McAdams back on the big screen, Shrinking streaming on HBO Max, and a new Marvel offering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 202642 min

The Great TP Debate

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. Amy opens the show with the great TP debate. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the Middle East worrying over possible U.S strike on Iran one month after protests began. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy about democrats releasing their demands regarding ICE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202643 min

Israel Recovers Remains of Last Hostage

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show talking about President Trump sending Tom Homan to Minneapolis. ABC News reporter Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Israel recovering the remains of the last hostage in Gaza and Iran’s ominous warning to the U.S. as warships arrive in the Middle East. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about Ozempic’s effect on grocery bills, airline prices, and credit card myths.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202640 min

Arctic Blast Turns Deadly

Heather Brooker hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous opens the show talking about the latest shooting in Minneapolis. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on democrats saying they will not advance the DHS funding bill. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Heather talking with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan talking about the massive arctic blast turning deadly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 202644 min

The Big Beautiful Ballroom

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the White House ballroom and why a judge may have the final say. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about making the most of your sleepy space. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment correspondent Will Ganss discussing horrors, thrillers, and musicals, oh my!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 202639 min

Clintons Being Found in Contempt

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the Clintons being found in contempt & SCOTUS sharply critical of President Trump’s moves on Fed. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett about Greenland and the national security argument.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 202639 min

Middle East Tensions Rise

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Middle East tensions, ISIS members escaping prison in Syria, and Trump’s comments on Iran. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about Sony & TCL teaming up, ads coming to ChatGPT, Netflix working on an interactive feature, and mirrors that can scan your body and deliver health information. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews Landman season II now streaming on Paramount. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with President of the Center for Health and Democracy and former Sr. health insurance industry executive turned whistleblower Wendall Potter about insane healthcare costs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 202642 min

Youth Ditching Credit Cards

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Karen Travers opens the show talking about President Trump telling the PM of Norway he no longer feels an obligation to thing purely of peace, linking stance on Greenland to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. Amy speaks with Dr. Dana Varble about what pet owners need to know to keep their animals healthier, longer. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about young people ditching credit cards, Ozempic reducing grocery bills, and store brands costing less.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 202642 min

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Heather Brooker hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show and speaks on the tariffs the Trump administration has placed on countries not supporting the plan to buy Greenland. ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy speaks on the latest regarding the Minneapolis shooting. Political analyst Steve Roberts discusses dissatisfaction growing in voter polls. The show closes with Heather talking with comedian Howie Mandel about his upcoming showcase at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood for America's Got Talent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 202645 min

Hello Future

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with futurist Kevin Cirilli talking about what we can expect from the year ahead. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about the four types of American houses. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pelegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News entertainment correspondent Will Ganss discussing ‘The Traitors,’ ‘Song Sung Blue,’ and ‘Hamnet.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, 202644 min

Iran: Executions Have Stopped

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss President Trump having on good authority executions have stopped in Iran. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers talks about the latest regarding Greenland meetings. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pelegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking LA Olympics 2028.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202639 min

More Voters Claim to be Independent

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about Apple partnering with Google, a new health food scanning app, Nissan wireless charging, and the ‘You Dead’ app. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s on It’ she reviews ‘Man on the Inside’ now streaming on Netflix. Denise Pellegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan speaks on Gallup: Voters turning their backs on the two major parties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 202642 min

Trump’s Proposed 10% Interest Rate Cap

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Iran FM claiming protests turned violent so the U.S. would have an ‘excuse’ to intervene. Amy talks with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy about the DOJ probe into Powell sparking backlash from some republicans and former fed chairs. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about President Trump proposed 10% interest cap rate, ditching credit cards for debit, and overdraft fees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 202644 min

Death Toll Rises Amidst Unrest in Iran

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The show opens with Amy talking with ABC News correspondent Mike Dobuski recapping the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the death toll in crackdown on protests in Iran. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the CEO of Team Rubicon Jim Brooks joining the show discussing the veteran-led humanitarian organization aiming to welcome 5,000 new volunteers nationwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 202640 min

Update: Minnesota ICE Shooting

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News correspondent Armando Garcia discussing the latest regarding the shooting in Minneapolis. The host of ‘Home’ on KFI Dean Sharp joins the show and talks about redesigning your home. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pelegrini who speaks on what the markets are looking like as the week comes to a close. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about an astronaut ailment jeopardizing an upcoming space mission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 202639 min

ICE, Diets and Financial Literacy

In this episode of Wake Up Call, we look back at the LA fires a year later, and a special report on the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. We also discuss the new food pyramid, which emphasizes cutting out processed foods, and the importance of personal finance education in schools. Additionally, we talk to Dr Bill Hensley, the President and CEO of the National Endowment for Financial Education about the benefits of teaching financial literacy to young people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 8, 202630 min

Los Angeles Fires: One Year Later

Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. Amy opens the show revisiting an interview she did one year ago with someone affected by the Palisades Fire. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about CES going on now in Las Vegas. Denise Pelegrini from Bloomberg Media joins the show to give a business and stock market update. The show closes with Amy talking with Pastor Matthew for the one year anniversary of the Los Angeles fires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 7, 202638 min

Better Money Decisions in 2026

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  ABC News health and science reporter Mary Kekatos opens the show talking about the US cutting a number of vaccines recommended for children prompting a rebuke from physicians. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan joins the show to discuss plaintiffs claiming the McRib is not as advertised. Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about 3 things to do in 2026 to make better money decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 202641 min

Maduro to Appear in New York Courtroom

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers opens the show discussing who will be running ‘the direction’ of Venezuela. iHeartMedia news reporter Natalie Migliori joins the show live from New York at the Maduro courthouse. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy discussing congress being split on the capture of Maduro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 202641 min

Post-New Year's Hangover w/ Heather Brooker!

Heather Brooker is in for Amy today... The Rose Parade was rainy for the first time in decades... Michael Monks joins the show to talk about the problems facing DTLA in 2026... Dean Sharp has a new series he's announcing for The House Whisperer show. Mindy Cohn (from Facts of Life fame) joins Heather to talk about her new project, Palm Royale on Apple TV+ Heather's family, Chris and Channing Brooker, join the show to talk about the biggest movies of 2025, and a look ahead at what's coming up in Hollywood in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 202648 min

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Heather Brooker hosts your New Years Day Wake Up Call. Andrew Rorke from the National Weather Service opens the show sharing the latest updates about the rain and conditions for the Rose Parade. KFI reporter Michael Monks joins the show to discuss the biggest issues facing LA County this year. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Heather talking about goal setting for the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 202643 min

Last Day of 2025

Heather Brooker hosts your final day of 2025 Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Peter Charalambous opens the show discussing security preparations ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations in Time Square. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about Amazon Prime refunds, Samsung’s $200 phone, and a New Years tech reset. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan speaks on bitcoin ATM scams. The show closes with Heather highlighting the Tournament of Roses in Pasadena.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 31, 202541 min

Government Shutdown Watch

Heather Brooker hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call.  iHeart national news correspondent Rory O’Neill opens the show with a government shutdown watch. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous talks about the alleged pipe bomber not targeting congress per his confession. Heather speaks with ABC News national journalist Jim Ryan about cargo thefts soaring in 2025.The show closes with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard talking about 100 month car loans and double majoring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 202543 min

Trump-Zelensky Meeting

Heather Brooker hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about Sunday’s meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy iHeart national correspondent Rory O’Neill talks about the messy weather threat. Bloomberg Media’s Denise Pellegrini shares the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Heather talking with ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan speaking on an ounce of prevention in the Big Easy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 202543 min

Post-Christmas Hangover w/ Heather Brooker!

Heather Brooker hosts the post-Christmas Wake Up Call, starting with the latest on the atmospheric river hovering over SoCal, what it means for travel, safety, and holiday plans, and how long the storm could stick around. The potential Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix merger will have an impact on streamers, studios, creators and the future of the industry. The Hollywood Reporter's Caitlin Huston joins the show to break it all down. Executive producer and media analyst Patrick Caligiuri joins the conversation with insights on everything from vertical shorts to AI and what’s at stake for entertainment industry workers and audiences alike. Heather's husband Chris Brooker and daughter Channing Brooker join the show to share which holiday movies are the best for the holidays and what's at the box office this weekend, perfect inspiration if you’re planning a cozy movie night at home or want to go out and about with your family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 202545 min

Wake Up Call Christmas Special: Comedy, Classics & Southern California Holiday Magic

In this special Christmas episode of Wake Up Call, Amy kicks off the holiday season with a fun and festive conversation. She's joined by former NBC weatherman turned comedian, Fritz Coleman, who shares his hilarious take on getting older and his new comedy show, "Unassisted Living." Amy also introduces a new Christmas classic, "Spirited," a musical take on "A Christmas Carol," and takes listeners on a Southern California sleigh ride to some of the region's most magical holiday displays, including Enchant at Santa Anita Park and the King Gillette Ranch's Holiday Road.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 202536 min

Merry Christmas Eve!

Heather Brooker hosts your Wednesday Christmas Ever Wake Up Call. Andrew Rourke of the National Weather Service opens the show talking about the heavy rainfall and the areas expected to be hit the hardest. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan talks about the billion-dollar Christmas Eve Powerball. Heather talks about CalKids scholarships and how you can look into applying. The show wraps with Heather revealing the Brooker Family Holiday traditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 24, 202537 min