Gary and Shannon

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WEEKEND FIX: IS CUTTING OFF YOUR FAMILY THE NEW NORMAL? Oct 11, 2026

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WEEKEND FIX - (10/10): Protecting your peace or avoiding a hard conversation? Gary and Shannon tackle family estrangement, therapists recommending distance and TikTok’s role in validating the decision to go “no contact.” A story about a grandfather cut off by his grandchild brings the discussion home: when are boundaries necessary, and when does walking away leave the real problems unresolved?

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DITKA TRIBUTES, RAMAN BAILS & TERROR IN THE SKIES Oct 09, 2026

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HOUR 1 (10/09): Gary and Shannon remember NFL legend Mike Ditka, including his unforgettable gamble on Ricky Williams. Nithya Raman cancels her interview, and the hosts lay down the rules: tough questions, no editorial control, and an invitation that still stands. Plus, mark your calendar for October 22 at BJ’s in Westlake Village! Isaias threatens the Gulf Coast, Rachel brings rain and coastal flooding concerns to SoCal, and severe turbulence sends eight Avianca passengers to the hospital.

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RAMAN BLAMES THE EDIT & NATHANSON GETS INKED Oct 09, 2026

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HOUR 2 (10/09): Nithya Raman blames the edit for her deleted “fascist liars” video, but still wants LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell out. Gary and Shannon check whether rain could stall the wildlife crossing’s opening, then turn Jason Nathanson’s new tattoo into a listener guessing game, with a detour into Shannon’s harassment training. Plus, Heather Brooker talks Ted Lasso’s season finale, Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning, a mother-heavy movie lineup and Dolly Parton’s charitable return to theaters in 9 to 5.

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CASH FOR EXTRA CREDIT & A CLASSROOM IMPOSTOR Oct 09, 2026

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HOUR 3 (10/09): An Iowa teacher offers extra credit for GoFundMe donations, and a fake substitute makes her way into a Milwaukee classroom. Gary and Shannon unpack both stories in #NNNYNTK, along with Creed’s takeover of your feed and a cat returning home after 10 years. Plus, #Fantasy4Play picks for Browns–Jets, Bears–Packers, Ravens–Falcons and Raiders–Patriots, while #WhatsHappening covers storm updates, PepsiCo price hikes and bargain California wine.

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DODGERS ADVANCE, F-BOMBS FLY & 563 DEATH SENTENCES ON THE LINE Oct 08, 2026

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HOUR 1 (10/08): AM570’s Tim Cates joins Gary and Shannon as the Dodgers eliminate Atlanta, Tyler Mahle drops a televised F-bomb and LA moves eight wins from a three-peat. Christa Pike’s lawyers say she’s walking and angry after her failed execution, while Gavin Newsom considers commuting all 563 California death sentences. Plus, a Navy homecoming after 321 days, Shannon’s AC quits, and Southern California’s heat gives way as hurricane evacuations begin along the Gulf Coast.

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NEWSOM’S NEW RULES, BROTHEL BUSTS & EBOLA ON A PLANE Oct 08, 2026

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HOUR 2 (10/08): Gary and Shannon break down California’s new laws affecting your job, guns and drink order, then explore Hollywood’s fascination with Silicon Valley villains. Gary finds a dog-sleep study to defend his crate policy, while Valley brothel managers receive probation and alleged organizers remain uncharged.
Plus, #TerrorInTheSkies covers contact tracing after an Ebola patient’s commercial flight to Nairobi and the growing annoyance of sitting next to someone’s airborne Zoom meeting.

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A THREE-DAY WORKWEEK & YOUR EXCUSES FOR NOT TEXTING BACK Oct 08, 2026

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HOUR 3 (10/08): Jeff Bezos predicts AI could deliver a three-day workweek, while Bernie Sanders wants to hit pause on advanced AI development. Gary and Shannon debate the promises and risks, then tackle the unanswered text: why people put off replying, how silence strains relationships and why waiting for the perfect response can make things worse. Plus, the latest headlines in #WhatsHappening and Washington developments in #SwampWatch.

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RAMAN’S DELETED VIDEO, KONO’S GOODBYE & AN X-RATED FLIGHT Oct 07, 2026

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HOUR 1 (10/07): Gary and Shannon celebrate Elmer’s birthday, get emotional over Kono’s departure and question bringing your parents to a job interview. Ahead of tomorrow’s interview, they examine Nithya Raman’s deleted “fascist liars” video and her pledge to replace the LAPD chief she voted to confirm. Plus, Shannon redirects the Instagram outrage, and #TerrorInTheSkies brings an LAX collision, a passenger accused of masturbating midflight and rising holiday airfares.

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HILTON VS. BECERRA & AMAZON THINKS YOU HAVE A FLAT BUTT Oct 07, 2026

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HOUR 2 (10/07): Gary and Shannon break down Steve Hilton’s town hall, his disagreements with Trump and his challenge to Xavier Becerra’s “son of immigrants” story. They examine California’s crackdown on Montana shell companies and why younger Angelenos are trading LA for more affordable cities. Then, Amazon’s “About You” feature gets uncomfortably personal about shoppers’ bodies, friendships and habits, and Shannon pulls up her own profile live.

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A BOTCHED EXECUTION, PAXTON’S DIVORCE DRAMA & THE LAST SUPPER MENU Oct 07, 2026

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HOUR 3 (10/07): Gary and Shannon examine the fallout from Tennessee’s failed execution attempt, the prison chief’s resignation and mounting legal challenges. #SwampWatch brings Ken Paxton’s campaign complications as his estranged wife urges voters to back the ticket while accusing him of adultery, plus predictions of a Democratic wave. Then, a detour into Jewish food and what was served at the Last Supper. Also, the third anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks and Dodgers playoff baseball.

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