Gary and Shannon

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Throwing Good Money At Bad Bureaucracies Jun 11, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.11) – Shannon and Andy break down the day's biggest stories in #WhatsHappening, including President Trump's latest announcement on Iran, the aftermath of the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, forecasts calling for a potentially powerful El Niño, new developments in the Rebecca Grossman case, and the latest viral Starbucks craze.
In #SwampWatch, they discuss Democratic struggles heading into the midterms, the controversy surrounding Maine gubernatorial candidate Graham Platner, and the White House's decision to pull funding from Los Angeles homeless programs amid concerns about waste and accountability.
Later, tech expert Marc Saltzman joins the show to explain what Apple's new iOS 27 update means for users and which features are worth getting excited about. Plus, Shannon and Andy wrap up the show with earthquake anxiety, newsroom stories, and one tale that Shannon probably shouldn't tell on the radio.

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California Finally Got Around To Counting Jun 10, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.10) – Gary and Shannon kick off the morning with the return of tan-maxxing, the Gen Z trend that has young people chasing the perfect UV index like it's 2003 all over again.
Then, one week after Election Day, California's gubernatorial matchup is finally set as Steve Hilton officially advances to face Xavier Becerra. They discuss the never-ending vote count, criticism from national media over California's election process, and what the results reveal about the state's political future.
They also examine the Democratic Party's struggles with controversial Maine gubernatorial candidate Graham Platner, the latest developments involving Iran and the rescue of American pilots, and wrap the hour with a look at the three red flags therapists say may mean a friendship isn't worth saving: plus Shannon prepares for a night with Rod Stewart at the Hollywood Bowl.

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Don't Be Fooled By The Loudest Voice In The Room Jun 10, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (06.10) – Gary and Shannon discuss the growing influence of Democratic Socialists in Los Angeles and why Nithya Raman's surge may say more about the city's political future than Spencer Pratt's headline-grabbing campaign ever did.
They examine how social media can distort reality, why viral popularity doesn't always translate into votes, and how algorithms can make fringe movements appear larger than they are.
Plus, the Talkback Prediction Game returns with an unexpected compliment for Shannon and an unfortunate outcome for Gary, restaurants prepare for a World Cup tourism boom with automatic gratuities, and Shannon's comments about Henri DiCarlo's hair somehow make their way back to Henri himself.
Finally, they explore the latest wellness trend nobody asked for: Ozempic ears.

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The Talk Isn't Dad's Job Anymore Jun 10, 2026

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In #WhatsHappening, Gary and Shannon discuss Steve Hilton officially advancing to face Xavier Becerra in California's governor race, Tom Steyer's $200 million campaign flameout, rising inflation tied to growing tensions with Iran, the sentencing of Karmelo Anthony, and Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
In #SwampWatch, they examine Bernie Sanders' growing influence on the Democratic Socialist movement and whether his endorsements now carry the same weight on the left that Donald Trump's do on the right.
Then Justin Worsham joins the show for a parenting double-header, discussing why more fathers are taking an active role in "the talk," how parents can navigate uncomfortable conversations about sex and relationships, and why family dinners may be the most powerful parenting tool that doesn't cost a dime.

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Ranchbassadors Are People Too! Jun 09, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.09) – Gary and Shannon kick off the week with what may be the hottest job opening on Earth: becoming a European ambassador for ranch dressing. They discuss the flood of applications, creative résumés, and whether Big Ranch has officially gone global.
Plus, the Knicks fall in Game 3 despite a celebrity-packed crowd that included President Trump, Los Angeles election results continue to shift as more ballots are counted, questions persist about public confidence in California's voting process, and Shannon introduces us to the "slayer statute" while discussing Nick Reiner seeking money from his family's trust.
Then, Shannon one-ups Gary's recent bear encounter with a massive bear sighting in her own backyard as California's wildlife appears determined to become part of the show.

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Kids Don't Read Good Jun 09, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (06.09) – Gary and Shannon discuss the latest dating trend known as "kitten-fishing," where singles make small exaggerations on dating profiles and hope nobody notices.

They also break down new developments in the Palisades and Eaton Fire investigations, including why Mayor Karen Bass won't be taking the stand and new evidence suggesting an unused Edison transmission line may have sparked the Eaton Fire.
Plus, Gary and Shannon celebrate the podcast remaining within and even climbing a bit in the top 100 and examine alarming reports that college students are arriving on campus unable to read lengthy passages without assistance, debate whether audiobooks count as reading, explore research suggesting firstborn children may have long-term advantages, and react to the growing trend of high school students spending tens of thousands of dollars on prom in the NIL era.

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If It Seems Too Good To Be True... Jun 09, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.09) – In #WhatsHappening, Gary and Shannon react to the latest election results as Nithya Raman officially passes Spencer Pratt and secures a runoff spot against Karen Bass, while the governor's race appears headed toward a Becerra-Hilton showdown.
They also discuss the World Cup's insistence that SoFi Stadium be called "Los Angeles Stadium" and the legal hurdles facing murder suspect Nick Reiner as he attempts to access trust fund money while awaiting trial.
In #SwampWatch, the conversation turns to Iran, President Trump's response to the downed helicopter incident, Spencer Pratt's political future, and the long-awaited revival of Primm.
Then it's #TrueCrimeTuesday as Gary and Shannon examine the shocking case of an alleged dating-app predator accused of targeting older men, draining their finances, and leaving multiple victims dead. They wrap the hour with the latest developments in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial as the case moves closer to the jury.

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I Think The Dead Bird Is Part of the Nest Jun 08, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.08) – Shannon returns and immediately jumps back into California's still-evolving election results as Spencer Pratt's political rise appears to hit a wall and Nithya Raman gains ground in the mayoral race.
Gary and Shannon discuss voter confidence, ballot counting, and the growing frustration surrounding California's lengthy election process.
Plus, a family narrowly avoids disaster after the plane meant to take them on vacation crashes before takeoff, Shannon recaps the show's team-building boat adventure, listeners revolt over the podcast being uploaded in reverse order, and Amy King delivers another unforgettable finch update involving grief, vacation plans, questionable parenting decisions, and a dead baby bird that may or may not have become part of the nest.

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The Animals Are Fighting Back Jun 08, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (06.08) – Gary and Shannon discuss a devastating earthquake in the Philippines, the economic impact of the World Cup coming to Los Angeles, and what SoFi Stadium will look like when the world's biggest sporting event arrives in Southern California.
They also preview a star-studded Knicks Finals game featuring President Trump, Mayor Mamdani, and a celebrity-packed crowd.
Plus, a Minneapolis restaurant experiments with a socialist-style business model, and an experienced outdoorsman survives a brutal grizzly bear attack after being dragged through the wilderness. The story hits especially close to home after Gary's own recent bear encounter.

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We're All Screwed by the Screwworm Jun 08, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.08) – Gary and Shannon are convinced President Trump may be listening to the show after a Truth Social post echoes some familiar talking points about Spencer Pratt and California's ongoing vote count.
In #WhatsHappening, they discuss the deadly plane crash involving the aircraft scheduled to pick up a former MLB player and his family, recap the latest Tony Awards winners, and check in on earthquake activity from the Caribbean to Southern Florida.
In #SwampWatch, the focus shifts to Iran, Israel, President Trump's tense NBC interview, and the growing threat of the screwworm outbreak that could send beef prices even higher.
Plus, the latest election results continue to reshape the mayoral and gubernatorial races, Gary and Shannon examine the rise of AI obsession and the "sad wives of AI" phenomenon, and they wrap the show with another unbelievable animal survival story involving a shark attack and one very determined victim.

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