Gary and Shannon

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GAS Weekend Fix: Shannon Bought a Sheep for an Afghani Family Dec 13, 2025

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Gary & Shannon dive into a wild Weekend Fix that starts with one innocent act of holiday giving… and ends with Shannon getting in hot water for buying a sheep for an Afghani family through a Giving Machine. She explains how a charity founded by Mormon donors, a livestock donation, and a Middle Eastern destination all collided into the most chaotic good deed imaginable.
From there, the conversation opens up: PastaThon officially kicked off the season of generosity, the “women’s Viagra” article somehow landed in the show ideas pile, and Shannon shares the story of meeting her biological sister at 39 (perhaps more to come on this story).
Then the duo breaks down why December triggers big emotions, the rise of “money dysmorphia,” and how you can always tell when someone grew up poor… because no matter how much they earn now, they never stop saving.
A chaotic, heartfelt, deeply human Weekend Fix.

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The Elves Strike Back! Dec 12, 2025

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Gary & Shannon open the show with Gary’s take on All Her Fault, which Shannon insists is really a husband-appreciation series. They jump into surprise athletic comeback chatter — from Philip Rivers and Tom Brady to a mysteriously shredded Troy Aikman — all showcasing that signature “laser-eye” focus.

They then break down President Trump’s new legislation aimed at speeding up U.S. AI development, explaining why the White House wants federal agencies to push back on state-level regulation and what it could mean for the tech industry.

NewsNation’s Robert Sherman joins to discuss rising tensions with Venezuela and his new book Lessons from the Front.

The hour wraps with holiday chaos involving Fonzy and Sprinkles — with Gary blaming Shannon for the mess — plus a look at why modern job titles are getting harder to explain in an AI-driven world.

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Welcome to the Room, Dumbasses! Dec 12, 2025

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Gary & Shannon open the hour with Michael Monks, who breaks down the growing turmoil over the LAPD budget as Mayor Bass warns funding gaps could halt new police hires. Monks details what he sees as severe county-level mismanagement now coming to a head.

They shift to college football drama, updating the fallout around former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore and the broader questions it raises about oversight in major athletic programs.

Next, they look at how schools are adapting to AI — including swapping written exams for oral tests — and whether these changes actually curb cheating or just create new challenges.

The hour wraps with NFL chaos as Shannon heads out early for Chargers duty and the pair dig into the legal confusion over who really “owns” a football when a fan catches it in the stands.

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The Only Tech Gift Guide That Passes the David Imel Test Dec 12, 2025

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Gary & Shannon open with #SwampWatch, covering newly released Democratic Epstein-related photos and the political fallout they’re sparking.

Heather Brooker joins for the #EntertainmentReport, previewing the weekend box office and highlighting surprises and snubs from the 2025 Golden Globe nominations.

Gary then talks with tech journalist David Imel for a curated holiday tech gift guide featuring only gear he truly recommends, followed by an accessible, in-depth look at how AI works and where it’s headed — turning the segment into one of the show’s most insightful tech discussions.

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Officer, It Was Teleportation… Dec 12, 2025

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In Hour 4, Gary & Shannon cover a rapid-fire #WhatsHappening segment discussing the recent release of Epstein photos from Democrats, deemed largely inconsequential. They also report breaking news about former Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore's arrest and serious felony charges. The tone shifts as the team engages in #GaSFantasy4Play, analyzing Board Wizard Elmer’s weekly picks and debating their credibility. The hour concludes with #WhatILearned and #NineNewsNuggetsYouNeedToKnow, highlighting bizarre and underreported stories, including an unusual excuse given to police involving “teleportation.”

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The Hidden Elves, the Missing Invite & Disney’s AI Future Dec 11, 2025

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Gary & Shannon open the show with updates on Fonzy and Sprinkles, plus another chapter in the ongoing saga of being “accidentally” excluded from the iHeart holiday party. They break down President Trump’s claim of seizing “the largest tanker ever” off Venezuela and what Governor Newsom’s new memoir suggests about his national ambitions. The duo also digs into the Disney–OpenAI partnership and how AI access to Disney’s full character library could reshape entertainment. They close with the bizarre Canyon Crest Academy controversy, where a 24-hour “adult game show” filmed on campus left students confused and the district facing backlash.

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Newsom’s Flaming Hair Dec 11, 2025

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Gary & Shannon open the hour with Governor Newsom’s new memoir, questioning who he’s trying to impress as they poke holes in the polished rollout. They also dissect his claim that his hair “caught fire” during the Palisades blaze — a story the video doesn’t seem to back up, fueling online ridicule.

They move on to a survey showing workers would rather get a root canal than attend their office holiday party, sparking their own tales of corporate-party dread. The pair also highlight the rise of all-inclusive adventure resorts before wrapping with a tribute to Phillip Rivers’ famously PG “cussing” and whether he’s really ready to rescue the Colts.

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Party FOMO & The Architects of AI Dec 11, 2025

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Gary & Shannon kick off with #SwampWatch, tackling the growing affordability crisis and how Democrats may use economic frustration as a weapon in the 2026 midterms — while questioning whether the media is downplaying how tough things really feel.

They then check in with Heather Brooker and Michael Monks, reporting live from the iHeart holiday party that Gary & Shannon are, once again, missing out on.

Marc Saltzman joins for #TechTalk to break down Time’s Person of the Year — the Architects of AI — and why their innovations are reshaping the future.

The hour closes with a look at why so many people find unexpected comfort in the Forensic Files podcast, thanks in part to narrator Peter Thomas’s calming voice.

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You Get Some Alien Sperm! Dec 11, 2025

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Gary & Shannon start Hour 4 with rapid-fire #WhatsHappening, discussing trending topics like Time’s Person of the Year and Disney's AI initiatives. They also analyze the sudden turmoil surrounding former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore and its implications for the program.

Live from a holiday party, Heather Brooker runs into Michael Monks, Michael Crozier, and a surprise appearance from Tim Conway Jr., who is up to some pranks. John Kobylt also joins in, adding to the chaos.

The hour wraps up with a brief but intriguing #StrangeScience segment on the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, exploring materials it may be shedding that hint at the possibility of life, raising questions about ‘panspermia.’

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The Elf Names & Holiday Pop-Ups Dec 10, 2025

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Gary & Shannon launch the show by unveiling their brand-new Elf on a Shelf dolls lovingly glue-gunned into existence by Gary’s wife. They rally the audience to help name the elves using the Talkback feature on the iHeart app (and following us on IG @GaryandShannon), trading stories about glue-gun mishaps and teasing Tim Conway Jr.’s appearance later today at the grand opening of Cadillac Pasadena.
Then the pair dive into Trump’s fiery speech in Pennsylvania and shift into holiday mode with Amy King’s review of the Enchant pop-up at Santa Anita Park — complete with ice rink, lights, and all the festive trimmings. Follow along on Instagram @GaryandShannon to submit your elf names!Listeners’ holiday mail hits the air next, including a magnetic Santa butterfly and an unsolicited knee-replacement x-ray. Amy explains her rules for choosing a properly “spicy” elf name before Gary & Shannon close the hour with the wild story of a Royal Caribbean passenger who died after reportedly downing 33 drinks — and whether the cruise line should really be blamed.

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