Best Nationally Known Award Losing Talk Show Host Podcasts (2025)

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Accents, Budgets & Carson 101: A Very KFI Education 31:20

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Mark Thompson delivers a crash course in classic television as he teaches producer Richie Quintero who Johnny Carson. Guest Michael Monks joins the show to break down the latest LA County budget cuts and what they mean for local services. Plus, a Campbell’s Soup exec faces backlash after reportedly calling the brand “food for poor people,” and the …

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Waymo Woes, Furry Goodbyes & Holiday Health Hacks 34:24

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Santa Monica puts its foot down on Waymo’s noisy late-night charging stations—and the tech titan’s next stop is the Santa Clarita Valley! Crozier opens up about the heartfelt passing of his wife’s beloved cat, while the crew reacts to the Trump administration’s move to remove nursing from its list of “professional degrees.” Plus, with holiday trave…

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Carson, Comics & Comedy Quests 30:39

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Author and comedian Mark Malkoff joins Mark Thompson to dive deep into Love, Johnny Carson: One Obsessive Fan’s Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend. From behind-the-curtain gems to Carson’s unmatched influence, it’s a must-hear conversation for comedy fans. Then Mark Thompson unravels the unbelievable story of a multimillion-dollar comic b…

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Hollywood Legends, High-Stakes Drama & Off-Grid Living 30:50

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Mark Thompson fills in for Conway, starting with a tease of a new Dick Van Dyke documentary, followed by breaking news on the tragic death of a Burbank K-9 after a shootout off the 5 Freeway that left the suspect dead. Mark also dives into a bizarre but relatable moment as a woman is rushed to urgent care over a paper cut, the glamorous listing of …

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Dick Van Dyke at 100, Thanksgiving Traffic Terrors & Stoned Dinner Guests 32:59

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Mark Thompson welcomes filmmaker Steve Boettcher to discuss his new documentary Dick Van Dyke: A 100th Celebration, offering a rare glimpse into the legend’s milestone moment. Mark then dives into the best—and absolute worst—times for SoCal drivers to hit the road before Thanksgiving, along with a lively rundown of holiday breakups, KFI crew shakeu…

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Raccoon Roommates, ICE Raids & a Pho Restaurant Shutdown 32:14

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Mark Thompson serves up a whirlwind of headlines—from a California pho restaurant forced to close after a viral video sparked a health department crackdown, to ICE raids hitting car wash shops across the state. Mark also digs into the surprising rise of raccoons as household pets and the alarming report that a silent tick-borne meat allergy contrib…

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Richard Arrowood and Our Annual Holiday Wine Time 54:40

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Richard Arrowood, Wine Master Extraordinaire. returns for our annual Holiday Wine Time podcast. Gifts, Wine Pairings and Gavin Newsom Hand Jive all in one great Holiday package! Get full access to Brian Wilson Writes at brianwilsonwrites.substack.com/subscribeBy Brian Wilson

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Live From Yorba Linda: Pasta, Prizes & Holiday Spirit 🎄 30:34

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Tim Conway Jr. kicks off a special live broadcast from the Smart & Final Extra in Yorba Linda with Chef Bruno Serato, founder of Caterina’s Club, to preview the 15th Annual KFI Pastathon happening on Giving Tuesday (12/02). Tim shows off the listener gift bags, reveals that his wife’s handmade ornaments sold out instantly, and works the crowd to fi…

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Conway’s Crowd Circus 🎉 29:57

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Tim kicks off Hour 2 with a new fundraising total nearing $6,000 and welcomes Chef Bruno Serato back to preview the 15th Annual Pastathon and how listeners can join the big Giving Tuesday (12/02) event. Tim quizzes Chef Bruno on the best canned sauces, frozen pizzas, and the art of frozen food, and then calls him out for accidentally cursing on air…

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Cart Narcs & Surprise Drop-Ins! 30:41

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Tim kicks off the hour with KTLA’s Chip Yost swapping stories with Tim about reporting emotional news, running into old bosses while waiting to meet Conway, and a surprise dating tale… Plus a debate over LA vs. OC. Tinamarie Squieri from the Smart & Final Charitable Foundation joins to talk community giving, Smart & Final’s work with Caterina’s Clu…

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Conway’s Big Finish: $11K Raised & Heartwarming Stories 💛 29:40

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Tim closes out the live broadcast from Smart & Final Yorba Linda with huge news, over $11,000 raised, meaning more than 11,000 meals for kids. He shouts out the entire crew and shares his infamous Thanksgiving story, complete with ignored instructions from his wife and a memorable tale about his mom. Tim chats with the crowd, including a veteran, a…

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🌧️🚨 Fourth Storm Slams SoCal! Dodger Gondola in Jeopardy, Jay Leno’s Heartbreaking Reveal, and Pickleball BANNED?! 😱🎢 34:22

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Concerns grow as the fourth storm in a week hits Southern California, bringing flood advisories and renewed worry for burn-scar areas and vulnerable foothill communities like Altadena. Michael Monks weighs in on the troubled Dodger Stadium gondola project, now facing turbulence as Los Angeles officials look to potentially halt it. The proposed $500…

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“Lakers SHOCKER: Buss Brothers Ousted! 🌪️ Barstow Flooding, 58¢ Turkeys & Thanksgiving Chaos Ahead! 🦃💥” 33:02

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Eric Sklar, The Duke of Sports, breaks down the shocking shakeup inside the Lakers organization: executives Joey and Jesse Buss have been dismissed from their research and development roles just weeks after new majority owner Mark Walter finalized his $10 billion purchase. The Buss brothers were known for identifying standout talent like Austin Rea…

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“🌩️ SoCal Storm CHAOS, ✈️ Holiday Travel Meltdown & PLUS the Christmas Gadget Everyone’s Obsessed With 🎄🔥!” 31:30

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Malibu Dan from KLSX once lived in a van for two weeks for a station promotion called “Luzsa in Azusa,” which abruptly ended when 9/11 happened. A storm is now pounding the San Gabriel Mountains, triggering weather alerts in Azusa. Chris Cristi was grounded in the San Fernando Valley and couldn’t get airborne, while storms across the country may di…

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Don Williams Returns 35:39

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Don Williams returns for another chat fest about current events and their impact on the homeland. From limited commentary on the over-flogged Epstein Files to the effects of the "shut down" on societal behavior to the overpromising of Mayor-elect Mamdani to the 'spiritual impact' of Charly Kirk with enough stones left unturned for Don's next turn i…

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🌧️💥 “Mysterious Ocean Bubbles, Fraud Probe Erupts & SoCal Races for Cheap Turkeys Before Thanksgiving!” 🦃🔥 30:44

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Rain is on the way Thursday, and the crew is gearing up for Friday’s live remote at the Smart & Final in Yorba Linda on 11/21. Michael Monks discusses the D.A. launching an investigation into potential fraud tied to L.A. County’s massive $4-billion sex-abuse settlement. There’s a strange bubbling phenomenon happening just off the coast of Hermosa B…

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🔥⚾ “Dodgers Insider DROPS Bombshells on Your World Series Champs — You Won’t Believe Who Might Return to the Mound!” 😱👀 31:50

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Dodgers reporter David Vassegh joins the show with standout stories and insider perspective on the newly crowned World Series champions. He breaks down which pitchers may return, including talk of SnellZilla and how the Padres missed their chance to keep him. The crew plays a round of “Dodgers: True or False” with Vassegh, and he closes by discussi…

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🚨😱 “Car Thieves’ NEW Hack Is Shocking… and a $5 Billion Bridge Collapse Blamed on ONE Loose Wire?! 🤯🛻💥” 30:16

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Thieves have a new shocking hack to steal your vehicle—and it’s so bizarre you won’t believe what they’re doing. The Francis Scott Key Bridge repair is now expected to cost $5 billion, all traced back to one tiny loose wire that triggered the catastrophic collapse. Mark Asher joins the show to talk about his new trivia-packed book, “Gorillas Have T…

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🌧️ Narcos Vibes, 🔥 House Fire Scare & RECORD Storms! 🚨 8 Inches of Rain Slams SoCal as Thanksgiving Travel EXPLODES! ✈️🌪️ 32:41

7d ago32:41

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Mark Thompson is back from his trip to Cartagena, Colombia, joking that it feels straight out of Narcos, as the show dives into drug lords and the DEA. The show hits the big local story: record-setting rain with 8 inches in Santa Barbara and another storm expected Thursday/Friday—just in time for the Yorba Linda remote. See omnystudio.com/listener …

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😱 Tragedy in Dana Point, Dog Bites Thief’s Man Parts, and Jay Leno Drops $5K LIVE! 🚓💥🌧️” 32:19

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A tragic morning in Dana Point where a 13-year-old boy was killed on his way to school by a suspected DUI hit-and-run driver. The show then covers LAPD response times, with Tim sharing a wild story about a dog biting the private parts off a thief. LAPD Officer Jason Jacobson joins to discuss gun safety and his Police Unity Tour GoFundMe, later expl…

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Jay Leno Chases Stolen Jeep, $8K Utility Bill SHOCKS SoCal Couple, and Sizzler Stages a Comeback! ⚡🚓🍽️🔥 30:45

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Jay Leno joins the conversation as deputies track a Jeep reported stolen. The show rolls into a big Disney giveaway, plus a wild story of a SoCal couple hit with an $8,000 utility bill. Sizzler is revamping as the nostalgic ’80s chain pushes for a full comeback. They also break down the skyrocketing cost to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge—now …

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🚨 $58M OJ Bombshell, 🔥 Utility Blame Game, and 🌧️ Another Storm Pummels Southern California! 32:01

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OJ Simpson’s estate has agreed to pay nearly $58 million to the family of Ron Goldman, who was killed along with Nicole Brown Simpson in 1994. Although Simpson was acquitted in criminal court, he was later found liable in a civil trial and ordered to pay more than $33 million; interest and penalties have pushed the total dramatically higher. A floo…

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🌧️ Storms Slam SoCal Neil Saavedra Drops a MUST-TRY Thanksgiving Turkey Hack! 29:26

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Storms are creating major issues in Palmdale and Lancaster, while construction crews in Altadena continue struggling to rebuild as more rain rolls through. Neil Saavedra, The Fork Reporter, will be broadcasting live from Wendy’s in Mission Viejo this Saturday and hosting on Thanksgiving morning from 6–9 a.m. to help listeners get their holiday meal…

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🌡️ Mutated Flu Strain Sparks Massive Outbreak Fears as 🌧️ Storms Hammer SoCal! 29:30

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Dr. Ray Casciari from St. Joseph in Orange explains that the COVID vaccine has continued to evolve, but this flu season is especially concerning because a mutated “subclade K” flu strain is spreading rapidly. With the CDC offering little guidance and the current flu shot only about 50% effective, experts are warning of a potentially severe outbreak…

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🚨 Storm Warnings: Dam Threats, Evacuations & Power Outages Rock L.A. as Residents Brace for Impact! 🌧️😱” 40:23

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Sierra Madre is under evacuation warnings as a dam sits directly above neighborhoods, raising serious concerns with the incoming storm. Los Angeles officials held press conferences outlining the potential dangers and the preparations underway. Evacuation orders in the Pacific Palisades will move 126 residents out between tonight and Sunday morning.…

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Chaos in the Storm! 🚨 Evacuations, Mudslide Flashbacks & SoCal on Edge as Saturday’s ‘Worst Hit Yet’ Looms! 😱” 32:04

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ain predictions? Turns out… not so predictable. Officials say the worst of the storm is expected Saturday, with Pacific Palisades under evacuation warnings. Rebuilding there will be tough with the Coastal Commission involved. A reminder of how dangerous these events can be — the 2018 Montecito mudslide killed 21 people and left others missing. In C…

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️ Storm Panic Hits L.A.! Palisades Evacuate, Power Fails — and KOST Drops the Christmas Bomb Early! 🎄⚡😱 30:18

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Evacuations are underway in the Palisades, and power outages are popping up across multiple neighborhoods as the storm system rolls in. Health officials are also raising concerns about a potentially rough flu season. KOST has officially flipped to Christmas music, marking the unofficial start of the holiday season. A power pole was struck and broug…

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A.I. ‘Singer’ Tops Country Charts as SoCal Waits for Rain, L.A. Chase Ends in Arrests, and AEG Drops a Skyscraper Bombshell! 31:05

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They said rain—yet it felt like beach weather. Where is it? Alex Stone joined us with the latest example of A.I. taking over entertainment: the top Country Digital Song Sales track is now “Walk My Walk” by “Breaking Rust,” an A.I.–generated singer. The song already has more than 3 million streams in under a month and is beating real human artists o…

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Storms Incoming, SFV Pursuit Erupts, Conway Drops a James Worthy Bombshell… and L.A. Olympics Plan AIR TAXIS! 32:06

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We’re expecting back-to-back storms in Southern California, and communities like Altadena and Malibu are already preparing as the next system builds. Conway shared his great story about Lakers legend James Worthy, and we talked about how the Tim Conway & Carol Burnett Show once brought families together for true appointment viewing—something that f…

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Hospital Evacuated, Hotel Chain Collapses, Plus Conway Flips to the Ducks?! … and a HUGE Storm About to Slam SoCal! 29:21

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St. Jude’s Hospital in Fullerton had to partially evacuate after a bomb threat, and guests were left stranded when the hotel chain Sonder abruptly shut down one of its properties. Target is rolling out its “10-4” holiday strategy, and Conway floated the idea that he might—might—become an Anaheim Ducks fan. Dean Sharp, The House Whisperer, joined us…

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Monster Storm Targets SoCal! Burn-Scar Evac Fears, Dodgers Gondola Stalls & Monks Adopts a Skid Row Cat 31:07

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A major storm is heading for Southern California, raising concerns about flooding, burn-scar mudflows, and possible evacuations. Michael Monks joins to break down a busy news day: the L.A. City Council is weighing significant rent-change proposals, and the Dodgers Gondola project just hit another roadblock. Plus—UCLA may be leaving the Rose Bowl, a…

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Solar ‘Cannibal CME’ Explodes Over Earth! Aurora in 22 States — Gov’t Reopening, Starbucks ‘Bearista’ Frenzy & Are Vegas Buffets BACK? 30:49

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A rare “cannibal CME” is slamming Earth, triggering a G3 geomagnetic storm and lighting up the skies—NOAA says auroras could stretch across 22 states, from the northern tier down into the Midwest. In Washington, lawmakers say they have the votes to reopen the government after the shutdown standoff. Meanwhile, Starbucks’ new “Bearista” cups are caus…

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“Trump Reopens the Government 🇺🇸!” Farewell to the Farmer’s Almanac, America’s LAST Penny Minted 28:46

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The Farmer’s Almanac is ending a 200-year tradition—its final publication will be in 2026. In Long Beach, officials are brainstorming a new Belmont Shore safety plan after a fatal shooting. The U.S. Mint pressed its last circulating penny on November 12, 2025, ending production due to rising costs—each penny cost nearly four cents to make. The move…

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✈️ Holiday Travel Nightmare! FAA Slashes More Flights Amid Shutdown Chaos 😂 Jay Leno Crashes the Studio! 31:23

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Alex Stone reports that travel pain is deepening as the FAA increases flight reductions from 4% to 6% amid the ongoing government shutdown. The agency plans to reach 10% soon, and more than 1,500 flights have already been canceled. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns that even after the shutdown ends, it will take time to get operations back …

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🍷 “What’s YOUR Buzz Personality? Take the Conway Show Poll Before Our Live Smart & Final Broadcast!” 30:29

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The show honors veterans, highlighting a story from Studio City where a 79-year-old military veteran shot and killed a naked intruder during an attempted burglary, suffering serious injuries himself. Conway announces that the team will broadcast live from Smart & Final in Yorba Linda on November 21st, off the 91 freeway, from 4–8 PM. In Long Beach,…

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❄️ “Coldest Spot in America Hits 3°! SoCal Braces for 6 Days of Rain — While Elizabeth Olsen Confesses Her Dodgers Crush!” 30:25

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The coldest place in the nation today is near Nashville, Tennessee, where temperatures in Gatlinburg hit 3 degrees. Tim explains that technically we’re still in a long-term ice age, but in a warmer “interglacial” phase that began 2.6 million years ago, with the last deep freeze ending about 12,000 years ago. The forecast for Southern California has…

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⚾ MLB SHOCKER: Guardians Pitchers Busted in Wild Betting Scheme — Naked Port-a-Potty Chase & FAA Meltdown Add to the Madness! 🚨✈️ 32:25

16d ago32:25

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Duke of Sports Eric Sklar reported that Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz were indicted for allegedly rigging pitches in an MLB betting scheme. Michael Monks discussed the LAPD exceeding its hiring budget due to the number of new recruits. Later, a bizarre pursuit involved a woman who fled in a minivan to Mexico and anot…

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🥶 Arctic Blast, Fast Food Fallout & Fists at Berkeley 29:45

16d ago29:45

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Fists are flying at UC Berkeley as a Turning Point USA event featuring Rob Schneider turns chaotic. Conway and Crozier cool things off with a chat about all things fast food — including how big chains are losing younger customers and why McDonald’s is reviving its classic value menu. Meanwhile, the government shutdown is finally wrapping up, but an…

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✈️ Weird Weather, Lost Dogs & Scam Farms 31:28

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A lost dog in Mission Viejo is found thanks to a drone — a feel-good story powered by tech! Meanwhile, L.A.’s weather has gone off the rails this week, and the FAA faces a shortage of air traffic controllers. Regulators are also targeting the popular herbal supplement Kratom, sparking backlash from users. Plus, Conway reacts to Bellio’s X survey on…

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🚗💥 Ford’s 4D Mustang Roars Back — Knobs Are Cool Again! 🧠🏃‍♀️ Just a Walk a Day Can Help Slow Alzheimer’s! 💪💰 Mega Millions at $843 Million! #ConwayShow 31:56

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Dave Kunz from ABC and KFI’s Car Specialist revealed Ford’s newest 4D immersive Mustang experience, while noting an industry shift mirroring the “Dumb House” trend—drivers are tired of giant touch screens and want real knobs and buttons again. Even Chinese EVs like the Xiaoming XL7 are embracing this back-to-basics design. Later, Conway covered big…

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💥 Hero Vet Breaks Both Legs in Home Invasion — Still Shoots Intruder 💪✈️ Near-Miss at LAX Nearly Ends in Disaster! 😱🔥 31:34

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A stabbing in “Sleepy Burbank” and a violent home invasion in Studio City left a military veteran seriously injured after being thrown to the ground, breaking both legs. Despite his injuries, he managed to shoot and kill the intruder. Meanwhile, a near catastrophe was narrowly avoided at Los Angeles International Airport when two jets—an ITA Airway…

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🧯 OC Unveils New Firefighting Tool 🌾 Food Bank Calls Surge 📞 79-Year-Old Vet Defends Home 💪🐶 Dog on Meth?! 😂 #ConwayShow 26:19

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The hour opened celebrating the Dodgers’ World Series win, marking one week since the epic Game 7 that fans are calling one of the best in sports history. From the diamond to disaster readiness, Orange County Water Agencies announced a new firefighting tool to battle future wildfires. Meanwhile, the OC Food Bank reported a major surge in families n…

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🔥 Dodgers Game 7 Shatters Ratings — 24 Million Watch as Conway’s “Mr. Kaufman” Autograph Story Steals the Show! 🎙️🏆 32:10

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Dodgers Game 7 of the World Series drew an incredible 24 million viewers! Conway shared a funny memory about getting his dad to sign what he thought were permission slips—but they were actually autographs, signed “Mr. Kaufman.” Michael Monks reported that LA Fire Survivors are demanding the resignation of the State Insurance Commissioner, citing de…

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💥 Your Last Name Has a Story — And So Does the Job You’ll Need Next! Skilled Trades, Cheap Meds & Celebrity Laughs Collide! 🎭💊🍽️ 25:23

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Big news from the White House — obesity drugs dropping to $149 as Medicare begins coverage. Actor and comedian Jeremy Piven brings the laughs to Irvine Improv Nov. 7 & 8, best known as Ari Gold from Entourage. A Santa Monica favorite says goodbye — Blue Plate Oysterette is closing its doors after years on Ocean Ave. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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💥 California Restaurants Can’t Survive! Blue Plate Closes, Smart Homes Get Dumber & Podcast Secrets! 🎙️🏡🍽️ 30:16

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Another beloved California restaurant bites the dust — Blue Plate Oysterette is closing, blaming homelessness, rising delivery culture, and crushing worker’s comp costs. Home expert Dean Sharp (“The House Whisperer”) joined the show to talk smart and sexy upgrades for the holidays, from lighting and home theater to the best appliances for entertain…

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Sherman Oaks Hot Prowl — Shots Fired in Home Invasion & Deadly UPS Crash Rocks Nation! ✈️🔥 28:31

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A major home invasion in Sherman Oaks turned into a hot prowl with shots fired — it’s unclear whether the gunfire came from the suspects or the homeowners. Meanwhile, Michael Monks provided recaps of election night, including Prop 50 results and Governor race updates. The hour also covered a deadly UPS cargo plane crash, killing at least 11 people,…

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🐶🔥🐀 Rats Invade Irvine & Tom Brady CLONES His Dog! Shots Fired in Sherman Oaks! Conway Confused for Sting? 30:47

21d ago30:47

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A home invasion in Sherman Oaks escalated when the tenant fired shots at the intruder, who managed to escape. Conway joked about often being mistaken for Sting, leading into a lighthearted segment on sibling rivalries. Later, the show featured a game of “Name That Tune” and discussed a massive rat infestation in Irvine. The hour wrapped with a quir…

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🍔 $60 Vegas Burgers?! Denny’s SOLD for $620M — Water Main Chaos & the Rise of “Dumb Houses”! 🏠💧 25:55

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The 6pm hour opened with outrage over $60 burgers on the Las Vegas Strip, leading to a discussion about rising beef prices nationwide. Comedian Chris Turner shared stories from the NY subway, while Conway riffed on confusing Orange County freeways and a water main break in Canoga Park. Later, news broke that Denny’s is being sold in a deal valued a…

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UPS Cargo Plane Crash Near Louisville - Fatalities Rising as Election Night Chaos Unfolds! Conway Loses Credit Card!!! 31:02

22d ago31:02

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Prop betting and live betting discussion, followed by Mark sharing he was ghosted in Acapulco. Coverage then shifted to election night and a tragic UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville Airport. More details emerged as the story developed - Mark joked about dating a Luftansa pilot. Harvey Korman stories came up, and officials confirmed at least thr…

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Super Bowl Lineup Revealed! Conways's Credit Card Chaos Continues! An Arizona Judge Caught Peeing Near Courthouse!?!? 29:54

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Michael Monks joins in for KFI's special election coverage. More details on the UPS cargo plane crash. Conway kept the laughs going while trying to recover his lost credit card. The official Super Bowl LX events and venue lineup was revealed, and the hour wrapped with a debate over the best pizza - plus... an Arizona judge resigned after getting ca…