Best Wide Open Stages Podcasts (2025)

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How Tim & Mark Got Worked, Scanned, and Voicemail-Shamed — All in One Best Of Episode 30:24

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Tim Conway Jr. welcomes Mark Thompson for a wild “Best Of” episode loaded with big laughs and even bigger stories. Mark kicks things off by telling the unbelievable tale of how an auction totally got the best of him, complete with twists, turns, and a lesson learned the hard way. Then Tim and Mark dive into the outrageous world of charity fundraise…

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Jay Leno Roasts, Norm Macdonald Stories, Tipping Chaos & Cereal Nostalgia — Best Of 30:09

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Welcome to another Best Of hour with Tim Conway Jr., featuring big laughs, big names, and even bigger trouble for Tim. Jay Leno stops by and immediately starts roasting Conway about his life story — from fast food pilgrimages to casual Target adventures, Jay gives him a hard time in only the way Leno can. Jay also shares a heartfelt and funny look …

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Uncle Wally Dalton: Johnny Nash Stories, Baseball Trivia, and the ‘Charge!’ Incident 30:28

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Tim Conway Jr. brings in his legendary Uncle Wally Dalton for a Best Of hour packed with music history, family tales, and classic Conway chaos. Wally shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories about his friend Johnny Nash — the iconic singer-songwriter behind “I Can See Clearly Now” and one of the first non-Jamaican artists to record reggae in Kin…

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Four Tops Secrets, High School Reunion Drama & an Open Letter to King Taco — Best Of Chaos! 31:15

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Tim Conway Jr. kicks off this Best Of hour with a special guest: Lawrence Payton Jr. of The Four Tops, sharing heartfelt and fascinating stories about his legendary father and life growing up around Motown greatness. The conversation continues with more behind-the-scenes moments from The Four Tops’ nonstop touring with The Temptations, including th…

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Re-Entry: A Guided Reset Between Meetings, Moments, or Events 10:00

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! If you’ve ever felt yanked from one moment into the next, this guided reentry is your reset. We slow down the space between chapters so you can release the residue of what just happened and choose, on purpose, how you want to enter what comes next. Through gentle breathwork, grounding cues, and clear langu…

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ReSPECT Discussions: A Surgeon's Practical Guide 14:19

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Send us a text The ReSPECT (Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment) process fundamentally transforms advanced care planning from prior DNACPR (Do-Not-Attempt-Cardiopulmonary-Resuscitation) discussions through changes in scope, timing, and focus. Don’t forget to check out out YouTube and Facebook page to enjoy more engaging conten…

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🍕⚽📺 “Netflix’s $82B Power Play SHOCKS Hollywood as World Cup 2026 Draw Drops — and America Changes How It Orders Pizza! 🔥” 35:23

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The 2026 World Cup Draw delivered fresh group pairings and global excitement, with Kevin Hart and Heidi Klum taking the stage as celebrity announcers. In a nostalgic twist, the moment echoed TV history: back in the 1950s, William Morris Agency didn’t even have a television division in Los Angeles until Phil Weltman launched it—later bringing in com…

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🚡📺 “Dodger Gondola BACKLASH Erupts as Netflix Buys WB, Papa Murphy’s Closes, Walmart Drones Expand & Icon Frank Gehry Passes at 96 🍕” 36:12

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The day brought a mix of major entertainment, business, and cultural developments. Papa Murphy’s Pizza locations are closing across the country, raising questions about shifting consumer habits and fast-casual market pressures. In a significant loss to the architecture world, Frank Gehry—world-renowned designer of the Disney Concert Hall—passed awa…

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🎄🚗 “Holiday Madness Erupts! Massive Tree Rush, 5 Freeway Police Shutdown, Netflix’s Mega Deal & a Man Who Walked the WORLD in 27 Years! 🌍🔥” 31:32

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It’s shaping up to be the biggest weekend for families heading out to buy their Christmas trees, and Toluca Lake is buzzing with festive energy during the Dylan Keith Salon Holiday Walk Around. In an astonishing human achievement, a man who spent 27 years walking around the entire world is making headlines for his incredible journey. Southern Calif…

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🚨 “GTA-Style Driving, a Million-Dollar Miracle, a Drunk Raccoon, and a Plane Turned Back—Today’s Chaos Has Everything!” 33:06

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🚗⚠️ Slow Down Out There — It’s Getting Wild on the Roads People are driving like they’re in a video game, turning everyday streets into something out of Grand Theft Auto. In brighter news, the Pastathon has now raised over $1 million and donations are still coming in. It’s also opening day at Big Bear Mountain. Travel and wildlife brought unexpecte…

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💥 “Retired News Legend, Dark Family Trend, Disney Detours & a Fake Earthquake Alert!” 33:02

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Retired CBSLA investigative reporter David Goldstein checked in, sharing how life after the newsroom is going and reflecting on the high cost and intense pressure that come with investigative journalism. Many in the city still miss reporters of his caliber. A deeply troubling trend is emerging: more cases of sons killing their parents, raising seri…

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🔥📈 “Gen-Z Slang Mysteries to Tar Pits Shootings, Soaring Bills & Hollywood Drama!” 30:53

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Kids’ slang keeps evolving, with terms like “cooked,” “low-key,” and “sus.” Now there’s a new cryptic phrase: “6–7.” Meanwhile, heating bills are expected to rise, and experts shared tips on how to keep costs down. A shooting at the La Brea Tar Pits shocked the city, and in another disturbing incident, criminals were caught rummaging through a chil…

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How To Handle Business Transition With Laurie Barkman 31:35

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One of the absolute truths in running a business is that it will eventually end. Therefore, you must prepare for your business transition as early as you can to lessen the headaches when it finally comes. Laurie Barkman, the Business Transition Sherpa, helps business owners navigate this challenging process. She joins Norman Kallen and Stuart Brown…

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Open Appendicectomy: A Trainee's Surgical Guide 14:19

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Send us a text The open appendicectomy procedure is a systematic surgical approach that involves several essential technical steps, from pre-operative preparation to layered wound closure. Mastery of this procedure requires sound anatomical knowledge and careful tissue handling. Don’t forget to check out out YouTube and Facebook page to enjoy more …

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💥 Pastathon Raises $1M! 🚗 Freeway Chaos, Chris Paul DRAMA, Dodgers Deal ⚾ & TWO Shocking Family Murders Rock SoCal 31:33

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Pastathon was a huge success, raising over one million dollars thanks to community support. Traffic on the 5 West backed up after metal sheets fell into the right lane, a reminder about securing loads to avoid danger and freeway chaos. Sports guest Eric Sklar, “The Duke of Sports,” explained why the Clippers sent Chris Paul home and won’t have him …

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🐈 From Skid Row to Safe Home ❤️ L.A. Infrastructure Shake-Up 🏗️ Car Fire Chaos 🚗 & Tearful Goodbye to Fallen K9 Hero 🐾💔 31:27

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Michael Monks shared the heartwarming story of adopting a feral cat from Skid Row. Meanwhile, the L.A. City Council moved forward with a proposal aimed at fixing the city’s deteriorating infrastructure. Temperatures are expected to warm up. In Van Nuys, officers shot a man after he allegedly killed his father. A memorial was held for Burbank Police…

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🏠 Caterina’s Club Changes a Family’s Life ❤️ Gas Price Shock ⛽Foosh’s Real-Life Heroes 🙏 & Dodgers Big Move ⚾ 29:31

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Ruby Ramirez-Patterson shared how Caterina’s Club helped her family get into a new home after struggling for years, giving them stability and a fresh start. She expressed hope that her mother and siblings could access the same life-changing support. Gas prices sparked conversation as Hawaii—despite having only one refinery—is paying a dollar less p…

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Christmas - Why Emotions Run High at Christmas 15:52

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Send us a text Ever wondered why your daughter goes from excited… to overwhelmed… to melting down all in the span of 2 milliseconds? Why she suddenly can’t cope with noise, people, plans, or even the Christmas tree lights? It’s not attitude. It’s not drama. And it’s definitely not bad behaviour. Christmas is one giant overstimulation cocktail - noi…

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Conway’s PastaThon Kickoff! 🍝 33:07

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Tim Conway Jr. opens the show live from the Anaheim White House Restaurant as KFI launches another massive PastaThon! Chef Bruno Serato joins Tim to celebrate the mission of feeding kids through Caterina’s Club, while KFI’s own Michael Crozier brings the first big donation totals of the night, plus a round of well-earned Bellio chants from the crow…

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PastaThon Mayhem: Cops, Giving Machines & Dr. Ray Unfiltered 34:38

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Hour 2 from the PastaThon live broadcast brings the chaos and the heart. Tim and Mark Thompson kick things off with Kristin Samuelian from the SoCal Giving Machines, revealing how you can keep donating to Caterina’s Club long after tonight. LAPD Motor Officer Jason Jacobson jumps in next, as he’s auctioning off gun-training sessions for donations a…

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🔥 First-Class Rescues, Dodger Auctions & Even More PastaThon Mayhem! 34:32

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Hour 3 of the live PastaThon broadcast keeps the chaos rolling in the best way possible. Tim and Crozier shout out the Anaheim Hilton and hit us with fresh donation totals before Dr. Ray Casciari returns to tell one of Tim’s all-time favorite stories: the time Dr. Ray saved a man’s life mid-flight and ended up rerouting the plane, and getting bumpe…

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The Return of The Foosh at PastaThon & Pure KFI Goodness!! 30:33

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Hour 4 delivers one of the most unforgettable moments in PastaThon history. Chef Bruno Serato returns with fresh fundraising totals and reflects on how every dollar raised tonight directly feeds thousands of children through Caterina’s Club. Then—he’s back. The long-awaited return of The Foosh electrifies the room as Stefan “Foosh” Cabezas makes a …

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YB Mon: ‘I Had To Fall Back’ — Legal Issues, Shooting Story & Auto Tray Relationship! 1:38:42

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YB Mon joins us for one of his most honest interviews ever. He breaks down the truth behind his connection to Auto Tray, the night he got shot, and why he completely fell back from the rap game until his legal issues were handled. From Louisiana to Dallas, this is the story of a man fighting to stay focused, stay alive, and stay out the way. Tap in…

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🚨 LAPD Breaks Major Robbery Ring / 50+ Crimes Solved! Top Cop Reveals How YOU Can Avoid Becoming a Target 33:04

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After getting back from vacation and spending the day cleaning the garage, the conversation shifted to public safety in Los Angeles. LAPD Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton explained the department’s recent success in dismantling a robbery ring responsible for more than 50 home invasions, burglaries, and store robberies across the city. JoinLAPD.com they’r…

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🐻 500-LB Bear Found Under a House?! Tragic Fall, Santa Ana Winds, AND a $740M Powerball Frenzy 💰 Plus: Pastathon Gift Bags up for Grabs 32:45

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A tree trimmer tragically fell to his death after landing on a fence in Canoga Park as strong Santa Ana winds approach the region. The 15th Annual Pastathon is happening at the Anaheim White House Restaurant, with special gift bags available for auction. Listeners are encouraged to donate online at KFIAM640.com/pastathon. Meanwhile, a homeowner in …

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⚠️ Holiday Travel CHAOS, Airbus Trouble ✈️, OC’s New Mega Hospitals 🏥, Shocking Crimes 😱 & Bad News for EV Drivers 🚗💨 34:09

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Black Friday deals and holiday shopping are underway as massive winter storms create chaos at airports nationwide. Airbus is facing yet another technical issue involving its best-selling A320 passenger jets. The Pastathon auction items are highlighted once again, drawing excitement and participation. In Orange County, two new state-of-the-art cance…

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Cholecystostomy and Cholecystogram: Roles in Gallbladder Disease 12:56

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Send us a text Cholecystostomy and cholecystogram differ fundamentally in their purpose and application, with one serving as a surgical intervention for management and the other as a diagnostic imaging procedure. Don’t forget to check out out YouTube and Facebook page to enjoy more engaging contents. Disclaimer: This content is for reference only a…

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A Guided Pause For Guilt, Rest, And Renewal 10:20

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Heavy week, full schedule, and that quiet tug of guilt for needing a break? Let’s trade performance for presence. We slow down together with gentle breath cues, simple body awareness, and a compassionate question that cuts through noise: what do I need right now? No fixing, no penance—just a soft return to…

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Who Doesn’t Know Vin Scully?! Wild Pickup Stories, Nugget Mayhem & the Don Pardo Throwdown! 33:07

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In this wild ride of the Best of Tim Conway Jr. Show, we’re asking the tough questions: How can you grow up in L.A. and not know who Vin Scully is — especially if you work at a Dodgers station?! Tim breaks it down. Then we go deep (and maybe too personal) with hilarious stories about getting hit on, plus a debate over whether birth order actually s…

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How Many Nuggets Can The Foosh Eat? His Secret 90210 Obsession! 32:35

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On this episode of the Best of Tim Conway Jr. Show, we dive into the BIG questions: What’s the largest meal you’ve ever taken down? And just how many chicken nuggets can The Foosh handle before tapping out? Tim shares a mouthwatering tale from the Smokehouse, and things get heated when we talk trash — literally — with a rant on Trash Etiquette. Plu…

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Getty Over the World Series?! VO Fails, 'You’re Cute Jeans 33:46

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It’s Black Friday, and we’re celebrating with a jam-packed Best of the Conway Jr. Show! Tim kicks things off with a painfully funny tale about a girlfriend who once invited him to the Getty Museum — during the Dodgers World Series. Mark Thompson shares a voiceover session gone wrong, and we revisit the unforgettable “You’re cute, jeans” moment that…

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Surgical Learning Curves and Competency Milestones 12:16

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Send us a text Surgical competency progression is defined by specific training phases that emphasize skill mastery and outcome quality, moving beyond relying on case numbers alone. Compet Competence in common general surgical procedures builds over many cases and extends over years of practice, with the learning curve being safest and steepest when…

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“Dr. Drew Drops Vaccine Truth Bombs & Jay Leno Gets a Statue (and a Squatter Story)!” 34:13

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It’s Thanksgiving Day, and we’re serving up a special Best of the Tim Conway Jr. Show! We kick things off with Dr. Drew, diving into a big conversation about Tylenol, vaccines, autism, and the pandemic — no topic is off limits. Then, buckle up for one of the greatest stories ever told by Jay Leno: a mysterious group in Italy wants to build a statue…

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“Tim Conway’s Dad vs. The Chicago Mob?! Weed Gummies, Cop Chaos & Brian Regan’s Flying Fiasco!” 31:36

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In Hour 2 of the Best of the Tim Conway Jr. Show: Thanksgiving Day Edition, the stories just keep getting better. Tim kicks things off with a wild tale about his legendary father, comedian Tim Conway, and a run-in with the Chicago Mob — yes, really. Then it’s edible chaos as Conway and The Foosh swap weed stories involving gummies, edibles, and con…

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“Grounded, Graded, and Busted! Childhood Trouble, First Crushes & C’s for Celebration!” 32:04

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We’re wrapping up the Best of Tim Conway Jr. Show: Thanksgiving Day Edition with some of the funniest and most revealing stories yet. The crew looks back on their childhood run-ins with trouble, including the time Bellio got seriously grounded. Then it’s time for a little “drug history” — was The Foosh a coke guy back in the day? We investigate. Ti…

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No More Toxic Gratitude: A Kinder Way to Be With Yourself 4:26

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Gratitude can get twisted when it’s layered with pressure, obligation, or performance. Many of us were raised to *“be grateful”—*as if appreciation could be forced, graded, or used to override whatever we’re actually feeling. That’s where gratitude turns toxic: when it becomes a script instead of a truth. …

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D.C. Attacks on National Guards to LAX Protests 32:47

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Mark Thompson dusts off his legendary Simple Life 4: Til’ Death Do Us Part narrator voice to treat us with a snippet from the 2006 hit show! From the latest updates on the targeted attack injuring two National Guard members near the White House to reports of an unarmed Guardsman in an incident involving an alleged Afghan national. KFI reporter, Mic…

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Thanksgiving Costs Climb, and Smart Tips for Saving, Shopping & Flying This Holiday 35:57

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Mark Thompson breaks down why Thanksgiving costs are still rising despite cheaper turkey, celebrate thousands receiving meals and services along Skid Row, and spotlight Hope the Mission’s 10th Annual Drumstick Dash. We also run through which stores are open or closed on the holiday, share smart strategies for negotiating your bills—including Mark T…

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Black Friday Deals, Free PlayStation Perks, Bill-Negotiating Drama & Pickleball Bans 30:57

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The hottest Black Friday deals at Target before Mark Thompson reveals the surprising story of how he scored a free PlayStation straight from the company. Mark also keeps the pressure on with more tips for negotiating your bills, while we dig into a DWP scandal involving personal errands and Snoop Dogg tickets demanded by an employee under investiga…

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Her Rewiring Brain: The Stage No One Talks About 16:03

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into what’s really going on with your tween or teen girl: the hormones, the rewiring brain, the overwhelm, the pushback, and that totally normal “WHO even are you today?” phase. I’m breaking down counterwill, the developmental stage nobody talks about, and why your daughter isn’t a mini adult (no matter how m…

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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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Open Mesh Repair of Umbilical Hernia 12:24

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Send us a text The critical differences between preperitoneal (sublay) mesh repair and onlay mesh repair techniques center on the placement of the mesh, the required dissection, technical difficulty, and associated risks, particularly concerning seroma formation. Don’t forget to check out out YouTube and Facebook page to enjoy more engaging content…

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Guided Visualization For Trust, Ease, And Possibility 14:02

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if the change you want doesn’t require a leap, just a quiet step toward a familiar doorway? We guide you through a calm, sensory-rich visualization designed to slow your breath, soften your body, and open the mental space where clarity tends to appear. You’ll build an inner room that feels safe, notic…

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Surgical Anatomy of the Gallbladder and Calot's Triangle 14:09

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Send us a text Precise anatomical knowledge is fundamental for ensuring safe and effective laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) procedures. This insight is crucial because it directly minimizes the risk of complications, particularly potentially catastrophic bile duct injuries (BDI). Don’t forget to check out out YouTube and Facebook page to enjoy mor…

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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…