Gary and Shannon

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Eye Contact Wars, #SwampWatch & A Missing Person Mystery Mar 17, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03.17) – Gary & Shannon cover trending headlines, political news in #SwampWatch, and dive into a missing person case for #TrueCrimeTuesday.• In #WhatsHappening, filming for Mormon Wives is reportedly paused amid abuse allegations, becoming one of the day’s trending entertainment stories.
• Gary & Shannon debate eye contact etiquette with board wizard Elmer before jumping into #SwampWatch and the day’s political headlines.
• For #TrueCrimeTuesday, the show revisits the mysterious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, discussing what may have gone wrong in the investigation.
• The hour wraps with more eye contact antics as Chris Merrill drops by, locking eyes with Gary & Shannon and previewing what’s ahead on Monks & Merrill.

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Meteor Boom, LA’s Money Mess & The “Intimacy Crisis” Mar 17, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (03.17) – Gary & Shannon react to a meteor explosion over Ohio, debate the latest headlines out of Los Angeles City Hall, and continue taking listener suggestions for their new Saturday 6–8pm show.• A meteor streaks across Northeast Ohio, reportedly breaking the sound barrier, and Gary & Shannon credit IT guru, Dave Shuttera for spotting the story first.
• Listener talk-backs pour in with ideas for naming the new Gary & Shannon weekend show airing Saturdays from 6–8pm.
• The show discusses the ongoing social media trial and why this particular case became the test example for the harms of tech platforms.
• Shannon unloads on Los Angeles City Hall, arguing the city is ignoring a financial crisis while bungling potential revenue opportunities tied to Airbnb and the upcoming World Cup.
• Gary & Shannon dive into a new book from the head of the Kinsey Institute claiming the country is in an “intimacy crisis.”
• The hour wraps with talk about Gen Z “raw dogging boredom”, why younger generations think they invented everything, and how simply being friendly at the grocery store might solve more problems than people think.

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Gas Hits $5.52, Cuba in Crisis & Naming the New Gary & Shannon Show Mar 17, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (03.17) – Gary & Shannon start the morning talking about their new Saturday night show, the latest international headlines, and California’s painful gas prices.• Gary & Shannon get compliments on their new Saturday 6–8pm show and tease that it still needs a name, while taking listener talk-backs.
• Cuba is facing a major power crisis, while President Trump says it would be his “great honor” to take control — if it ever came to that.
• California gas prices soar to $5.52 per gallon, the highest in the nation, far above the $3.71 national average.
• The show gives away Virgin Voyages debut party tickets and continues brainstorming what to call the new Saturday night Gary & Shannon show.

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Heat Wave, Glasshole 2.0 & The Side Hustle Illusion Mar 16, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03.16) – Gary & Shannon cover trending headlines, political updates in #SwampWatch, and wrap the show with a reality check on side-hustle culture.• In #WhatsHappening, Chief of Staff Suzie Wiles reveals an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis, a SoCal heat wave approaches, and burglars are using a new tactic — breaking in while homeowners are inside.
• During #SwampWatch, Gary & Shannon discuss Cuba’s energy crisis, President Trump’s White House remarks, and the debate over how much oil actually flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
• Are Meta smart glasses becoming “Glassholes 2.0”? Gary & Shannon react to reports that low-paid workers are manually reviewing footage captured by the devices.
• The show wraps with the truth about side hustles, as new creators test online money-making schemes — and discover most of the “two hours a day, six-figure income” claims are nonsense.

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Jury Watch, Sports Shakeups & Newsom Fraud Watch Mar 16, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 2 (03.16) – Gary & Shannon keep an eye on jury deliberations in the social media case, break down a busy day in sports, and dive into the latest developments on Newsom Fraud Watch.• Jury watch continues in the social media trial as Gary & Shannon discuss what jurors heard in closing arguments. A brief debate over “porn vs. smut” almost turns into a listener poll.
• Sports roundup: Team USA beats the Dominican Republic to reach the WBC Final, March Madness brackets drop, and Dodger Stadium announces its first-ever field sponsorship.
• On Newsom Fraud Watch, Gary & Shannon examine new reporting involving the governor’s former chief of staff and questions about large vacation payouts and corruption allegations.
• The hour wraps with tech controversy as OpenAI delays ChatGPT’s proposed “adult mode” after internal concerns about safety and misuse.

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The Oscars Drag On, Trump Headlines & The ‘Fabulous’ Leader of Iran? Mar 16, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (03.16) – Gary & Shannon react to a long Oscars broadcast, monitor a live Trump press conference, and dive into the latest headlines involving Iran’s leadership.• Shannon opens the show frustrated with the Oscars ceremony, arguing the political bits drag on longer than the lifetime achievement speeches they’re supposed to honor.
• Gary admits he recorded the show and started watching late, but says it still felt like it went on forever.
• The conversation shifts to President Trump, who is speaking with press ahead of a White House meeting with the Kennedy Center, as he deals with difficult headlines and approval ratings.
• Reports about Iran’s new leader being relocated to Moscow spark a bizarre and humorous discussion about the irony of rumors surrounding him.
• DHS delays and long security lines continue to disrupt Spring Break travel amid the ongoing shutdown.
• Heather Brooker joins the show to break down the biggest moments from the Oscars, including Conan O’Brien’s hosting, major winners, and some controversial jokes from the night.

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Weekend Show: Technology and Human Behavior Mar 15, 2026

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In this episode, Gary and Shannon discuss the growing awareness of ADHD and its impact on women, citing a recent study that identifies three distinct brain biotypes of the condition. They also explore the changing landscape of social media, specifically the use of burner phones and fake accounts, and how AI is making it easier to detect these online personas. The conversation touches on the intersection of technology and human behavior, raising questions about the consequences of our online actions.

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Weekend Show: Infused Drinks and a Prison Reform Story Mar 15, 2026

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In this episode, Gary and Shannon dive into a mix of topics. They start by discussing the rise of infused drinks, specifically THC beverages, and how they're changing the way people socialize. The conversation then shifts to a true crime story about Ralph Coleman, a Vietnam War veteran who fought for PTSD treatment in prisons. The hosts also share some lighter moments in the 10 news nuggets, including a story about a man who stole a flamingo from a Las Vegas hotel.

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Weekend Fix: The Self-Help Era: Think Like a Monk… Sometimes (Not Always) Mar 14, 2026

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Gary & Shannon Weekend Fix (03.14) – Gary and Shannon dive into the modern self-help boom, from Jay Shetty’s Think Like a Monk to the idea that sometimes all the advice about improving your life can actually make things worse.

• Gary and Shannon debate office and radio dress codes, with Shannon accusing Gary of showing up in his “homeless clothes.”
• A surprisingly intense discussion about folding underwear, laundry habits, and household chores reveals very different philosophies at home.
• Shannon shares insights from Jay Shetty’s self-help audiobook, including the idea of “stop and swat” to interrupt negative thought patterns.
• Gary argues that listening to self-help advice is easier than actually implementing it, and sometimes the advice just makes overwhelmed people more frustrated.
• The conversation turns to the broader self-help industry, including a Tim Ferriss observation that constantly trying to improve yourself can mean constantly searching for ways you’re “broken.”

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SwampWatch, Epic Fury Updates & The News You Definitely Missed Mar 13, 2026

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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03.11) – Gary & Shannon cover the latest global headlines, political drama in #SwampWatch, and wrap the week with the Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know (But Definitely Missed).• In #WhatsHappening, the latest on Operation Epic Fury, the tragic death of six U.S. service members, and a protein bar recall making headlines.
• #SwampWatch covers the day’s political stories including Eric Swalwell’s California residency questions, Kyrsten Sinema’s reported affair with her bodyguard, and the ongoing DHS funding stalemate causing longer TSA lines.
• Gary & Shannon congratulate the Virgin Voyage winners and promote the Weekend Fix and upcoming weekend show.
• Listener talkbacks lead into the Nine News Nuggets You Need to Know (But Definitely Missed) including a Chinese national arrested for smuggling live ants, a shocking wrongful imprisonment identity case, and a 3I/ATLAS update.
• The hour wraps with more oddball headlines including a man accused of taking a flamingo to his Las Vegas hotel room.

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