Gary and Shannon

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Gary & Shannon Overtime: People Are Getting Weirder Jun 07, 2026

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Gary & Shannon Overtime (06.06) – Gary and Shannon explore the weird, hilarious, and occasionally disturbing side of human behavior. From the social anxiety of school cafeterias and the struggle to finish lunch before the bell rings to a United flight that turned around over a passenger’s questionable choice of device name, the stories only get stranger. They discuss harassment faced by flight attendants, a funeral director who kept a body far longer than anyone expected, the surprisingly fascinating science behind bird behavior, an unusual Walmart theft, and one of the worst ideas for pregnancy prevention ever attempted. Along the way, Gary and Shannon share personal stories, observations, and plenty of laughs as they navigate another collection of headlines that prove people are, in fact, not okay.

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Gary & Shannon Overtime: Are We Raising Kids Wrong? Jun 07, 2026

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Gary & Shannon Overtime (06.06) – Gary and Shannon explore what it means to raise capable, independent kids in a world increasingly filled with screens, supervision, and distractions. The conversation starts with a hilarious story involving a dog, a swimming pool, and a very questionable decision before shifting into a discussion about parenting, responsibility, and why some cultures seem to produce more self-sufficient children than others. They discuss teaching kids life skills, managing screen time, setting boundaries, and the importance of giving children enough freedom to learn from mistakes. Plus, the challenges of raising wealthy children, preparing the next generation for adulthood, and why autonomy may be one of the most valuable gifts a parent can provide.

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Weekend Fix: Alone Together Jun 06, 2026

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Gary & Shannon Weekend Fix (06.06) – In a world built around social media highlight reels, is being alone becoming the ultimate luxury?

Gary and Shannon discuss the rise of solo influencers, the growing embrace of solitude, and why more people are choosing to spend time on their own without apologizing for it.

They explore the difference between loneliness and solitude, the pressure of FOMO, the introvert-extrovert spectrum, and why finding the right balance between connection and independence may be one of the defining challenges of modern life.

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The Cockroach King & The Crazy Glue Contraceptive Jun 05, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.05) – Gary and guest host Marla Tellez cover the latest primary election results as vote counting continues across California, discuss a Republican rebellion that derailed one of President Trump's key legislative priorities, and examine what could become a difficult political landscape for Democrats in 2026.
Then it's time for Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know (but likely missed), featuring a funeral director who kept a body for two years, a nightmare neighbor obsessed with dead moles and hedge spying, a college athlete who eats ladybugs for luck, the self-proclaimed "Cockroach King" caught smuggling more than 100,000 live roaches, a study on pet bird behavior that nobody asked for, a Walmart vibrator theft, and perhaps the worst contraception idea in recorded history.

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AI Is Creating a Generation of Fake Experts Jun 05, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (06.05) – Gary and guest host Marla Tellez break down some of the biggest surprises from California's primary election, including historic trouble for incumbents and what Karen Bass' path to a runoff could mean for Los Angeles politics.
Plus, the Dodgers lose Max Muncy to a scary collision; the Stanley Cup Final heats up, and authorities launch another major crackdown at MacArthur Park as officials promise lasting change.
Then, Gary and Marla examine alarming failure rates at UC Berkeley and ask whether artificial intelligence is making students smarter, or simply helping create a generation that knows the answers without understanding the material.

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Gary Almost Hit a Bear. California Still Can't Count. Jun 05, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.05) – Fox LA's Marla Tellez joins Gary as California continues counting ballots days after the election, raising fresh questions about voter turnout, mail-in voting, and why results seem to take so much longer here than almost anywhere else in the country.
Plus, Gary narrowly avoids a bear on his drive to work, listeners weigh in on the ongoing vote tally, Congress passes a major border bill, jobs numbers come in stronger than expected, legendary tech analyst James Handy passes away, and in #TerrorInTheSkies, the crew debates whether a 7 a.m. airport beer is a beloved travel tradition or a public menace.

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Can 60 Minutes Be Saved? Jun 04, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.04) – Gary and guest host Meghan Daum break down the latest election results as California continues counting ballots and political tensions rise over the still-uncertain outcomes.
In #SwampWatch, they discuss John Bolton's plea agreement, Jill Biden's increasingly scrutinized book tour, and the ongoing fallout from the 2026 primary elections.
Plus, the future of CBS' legendary news magazine 60 Minutes hangs in the balance, California State University embraces artificial intelligence with a massive ChatGPT partnership, and Gary and Meghan wrap up the hour reflecting on media, technology, and becoming unexpected new friends.

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From Liberal to Heretic Jun 04, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (06.04) – Gary and guest host Meghan Daum discuss her book, The Problem with Everything, her evolution from a traditionally liberal upbringing to a critic of modern identity politics, and why she believes emotion has increasingly replaced reason in public discourse.
Meghan also shares the devastating story of losing her home in the Eaton Fire and the surreal experience of evacuating with only a handful of belongings.
Plus, Rebecca Grossman is ordered to pay $176 million following the deaths of two young boys, and a social media influencer sparks debate after live-streaming his own plastic surgery procedure for millions of followers.

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The Cardboard Box Candidate Jun 04, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (06.04) – Guest host Meghan Daum joins Gary for a wide-ranging conversation about writing, podcasting, and why she agreed to return to the "old-fashioned" world of radio.
Then, the focus shifts to California's still-unfinished primary results as millions of ballots remain uncounted and questions continue to swirl about the state's lengthy vote-counting process. Gary and Meghan break down the latest numbers in the governor's and mayoral races, discuss the surprising rise and fall of several high-profile candidates, examine how delayed results impact public confidence, and explore why Spencer Pratt's outsider campaign appears to be resonating with voters.

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Why Are Japanese Kids So Independent? Jun 03, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (06.03) – Gary breaks down the latest California election results as Karen Bass appears headed for the general election and Spencer Pratt continues to outperform expectations. Plus, a Bakersfield bank hostage situation, a massive cross-border drug tunnel discovered beneath the U.S.-Mexico border, and Uber's annual list of the strangest items left behind in rides.
In #SwampWatch, Gary covers ethics questions facing Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Trump's Iowa endorsement setback, and Ukraine's latest strike inside Russia.
Then, #Parenting expert Justin Worsham joins the show to explore what American parents can learn from Japan's remarkably independent children, why kids there help run their own schools, and what research says about screens, self-control, and whether taking away a phone actually works.

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