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Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss FIRE folks retiring but not loving the retirement life, Americans paying more for groceries, and subscriptions potentially increasing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talkis with Dr. Charity Chandler Cole about the Reimagine Gala at CASA of Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – In-depth analysis of the most viral stories of the week in ‘The Viral Load’ with regular guest contributor Tiffany Hobbs weighing in on everything from a “professional panhandler” that’s gone viral for his handsome looks; to the Needham, Massachusetts high schoolers viral ‘rejection cake,’ and MORE - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon discuss some must watch moviesa dn shows on this weeks WhatchaWatchingWenesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PARENTING – Want to Raise Successful Kids? Cognitive Research Says Work on This 1 Key Emotion / Research Shows Reading is More Important for Our Kids Than You Ever Imagined.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about the 17 ways to cut your risk of depression, dementia, and stroke, how Parkinsons disease may soon outpace dementia, and smart insoles could diagnose health problems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about Meta’s new AI app, Google upgrading AI podcast tool, and the Bandana job search site.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “What’s Up” with regular guest contributor Nick Pagliochini delving into everything the Southland has to offer; from a wild goose chase around the San Fernando Valley trying to track down the elusive Limited Time Pickle Menu items from Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen and a recap of ‘Pizza City Fest’ with Stefoosh; to all things May the 4th, Revenge of the 5th and Cinco de Mayo from LA down to San Diego and back again! Be sure to catch Nick (4/30/25) on Instagram @NickPagliochini & @ThisWeekendWithNick as he tours the Southland with "Bruiser" from "Legally Blonde: The Musical," performing select dates now through 18 May 2025 at La Mirada Theatre - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Regular guest contributor & Associate Director of Communications for VIZIO, Chris Woolsey joins the program to share the latest offerings from VIZIO’s ‘Watch Free+’ - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In September 1985, two Muncie teenagers, Ethan Dixon and Kimberly Dowell, were shot and killed in their car at Westside Park. The victims, students at Muncie Northside High School, had no known connections to crime, making the case notorious. They were discovered by an officer clearing the park after closing time. The car was still running, with one window down and the other shattered by a gunshot, raising questions about the motive behind the killings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this #TerrorInTheSkies we discuss a woman who took off her clothes and pooped right on the seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – The return of ‘Beyond the Box Score’ with regular guest contributor Jackie Rae, host of ‘The Jackie Rae Show,’ weighing in on the latest in the Shannon Sharpe sexual assault allegations AND Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts decision to skip the teams visit to the White House - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI's entertainment guru Heather Brooker is diving into Universal Studios' latest after-hours sensation: Universal Fan Fest Nights. Running on select nights from April 25 to May 18, 2025, this immersive event transforms the park into a celebration of beloved fandoms, from 'Star Trek' and 'Back to the Future' to 'Dungeons & Dragons', 'One Piece', 'Jujutsu Kaisen', and more. ​Fans can experience walk-through adventures like 'Star Trek: Red Alert', where you'll tour the U.S.S. Enterprise-D, or 'Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley', taking you back to 1955. Engage in cosplay, meet iconic characters, and savor themed foods and exclusive merchandise. ​Heather spoke with Fan Fest Nights Executive Producer Stephen Siercks to find out what fans can expect during this inaugural event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A part of Pacific Coast Highway between Malibu and Pacific Palisades was closed due to mudslides from Saturday's showers. The highway was closed in a section from Carbon Beach Terrace to Coastline Drive, according to the LA County Sheriff's Department. If California were its own country, its economy would now rank as the fourth-largest of any nation across the globe, Gov. Gavin Newsom said, a new milestone that comes at a time of major economic turbulence. The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. An "unprecedented" toxic algae bloom has overrun the coast of Southern California, sickening marine animals and staining the shoreline, according to marine scientists. The toxin it produces is domoic acid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal authorities have arrested a Wisconsin judge and a former New Mexico judge in two separate cases, accusing them of interfering with Trump administration immigration enforcement efforts. Insights on how businesses (and consumers) will be impacted. Plus, tips on what businesses can do to work around this major hurdle as developments continue. E-commerce giants Shein and Temu announced in early April that prices would be rising on both platforms in response to changing trade policy between the U.S. and China. In nearly identical notices shared April 16, the competitors explained that, "Due to recent changes in global trade rules and tariffs," operating expenses had gone up and so would prices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News of note from Tinsel Town and beyond. People in the United States generally accept spanking as part of raising children: 56% of U.S. adults strongly agree or agree that “… it is sometimes necessary to discipline a child with a good, hard spanking.” This view has been slowly changing since 1986, when 83% of adults agreed with that statement. Stories that make you say “Hmmmm?” that didn’t fit neatly into any other spot on the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listener asked: When selling your home to purchase another, should you buy a new home for the same price, or is it acceptable to buy one for less and keep the difference? Should I stage my house for sale or not? What types of repairs should I consider making? What are the home contingencies in a conventional purchase? What types of inspections should I get when buying a home?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Farmer’s Agent Vito Paoletta III discusses homeowner’s insurance and the current state of the insurance market. He also addresses how to find a realtor and whether home warranties are worth the investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Monks breaks down LA’s growing financial emergency. As Mayor Karen Bass proposes a budget that includes 1,600+ layoffs and sweeping department cuts, Michael recaps her State of the City address — and explains why residents and workers are outraged. Plus, Michael reports on a major public backlash in Van Nuys, LA’s downgraded credit rating, and what’s next for a city facing a $1 billion deficit. Also: concerns over a controversial conservative rally planned for Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, and the wild story of a man charged with chainsawing down trees across LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Adam Schiff joins Michael Monks to break down California’s complicated future. Despite the state now ranking as the fourth-largest economy in the world, Schiff explains why a booming economy hasn't solved California’s worsening housing crisis or protected its signature industry, Hollywood. They also tackle the fallout from immigration policies, national security concerns at the Pentagon, and Schiff’s push for new legislation to keep California competitive.  Plus, Michael sits down with KFI News Anchor, actress, and Emmy-winning journalist Heather Brooker to discuss the urgent challenges facing California’s film industry. They explore the state's efforts to expand tax incentives, the growing global competition, and why protecting local production is critical for California’s economic future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.