Wake Up Call with Amy King
iHeart Podcast Network
Amy King is the host of Wake Up Call. Tune into KFI AM 640 every morning at 5am for the latest news and happenings in Southern California on the iHeartRadio app.
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United States
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iHeart Podcast Network
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Amy King is the host of Wake Up Call. Tune into KFI AM 640 every morning at 5am for the latest news and happenings in Southern California on the iHeartRadio app.
Language:
English
Episodes
Drone Shows Posing Hidden Risks
12/24/2024
Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the House Ethics Committee releasing their report on Matt Gaetz. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding Luigi Mangione and the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about drone shows potentially posing hidden risks.
Duration:00:40:15
Government Shutdown Averted
12/23/2024
Michael Monks fills in for Amy on this Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the government shutdown being averted and how they got there. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding and the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan talking about a new lawsuit surrounding a “Companion Chatbot” teaching kids to potentially hurt themselves.
Duration:00:44:41
President Biden’s Mental State
12/20/2024
Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent John Decker opens the show talking about President Biden’s mental state. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers follows discussing a push to ‘vote yes, for this bill, tonight. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about getting organized for the new year. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss delivering the ‘Entertainment Report’. Today, Will talks about the next ‘Die Hard’, Kieran Culkin’s post ‘ Succession’ movie, and ‘Mufasa’ on the big screen.
Duration:00:27:36
TikTok Ban Looming
12/19/2024
Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker opens the show talking about TikTok and the 1st Amendment. He is followed by ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett speaking on the profiling of the crime itself regarding UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. Amy takes us ‘Out and About’ to Knotts Merry Farm and speaks with Entertainment Manager Christopher Do. The show closes with the author of the book ‘Defect Safety’ Don Fountain’ who exposes how corporations calculate the cost of safety versus potential injury claims against their bottom line - and why they fear jury verdicts far more than government fines.
Duration:00:36:50
10 Worst Toys for 2024
12/18/2024
Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan starts the show discussing the “10 worst toys” for 2024. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks massage robots, OpenAI taking on Google, and the FTC cracking down on junk fees. On this week’s ‘Amy’s on It’ highlights Red One & Fatman now streaming. The show closes with IHeart’s aviation expert Jay Ratcliff speaking on United Airlines using Airtags to track lost luggage.
Duration:00:37:35
School Shooting in Madison, Wisconsin
12/17/2024
Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan starts the show discussing the school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin leaving two dead plus the shooter. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks on the Polio vaccine, drones, and a pardon at Trump presser. Amy shares the story of Suzie the stray dog and could spark a great holiday gift idea. The host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk about tariffs on cars and whether or not to buy one before President Trump takes office. He also talks about retirees with credit card debt and coffee prices.
Duration:00:45:29
Government Shutdown Deadline
12/16/2024
Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous joins the show to discuss the latest regarding UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers speaks on Biden administration “getting things done.” Amy talks with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan about drone sightings sparking national intrigue. The show closes with ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy talking about the government shutdown deadline
Duration:00:43:14
Mystery Drones
12/13/2024
Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News analyst for homeland security, terrorism, and counter-intelligence John Cohen opens the show talking about why there hasn’t been a clear response to the drone questions on the east coast. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Sullivan saying the truce in Lebanon may help seal a Gaza ceasefire deal. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about holiday preparation. The show closes with ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss delivering the ‘Entertainment Report’. Today, Will talks about Hugh Grant’s new horror film, Sabrina Carpenter going Christmas, and Joker 2 hits streaming.
Duration:00:41:24
FBI Director Chris Wray Resigning
12/12/2024
Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy starts the show talking about Christopher Wray announcing his resignation as Director of the FBI. ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett speaks on the radicalization of Luigi Mangione, FBI Director resigning, and the concern about his replacement. Amy takes us ‘Out and About’ for a Southern California Sleigh ride to the Los Angeles Christmas Market and speaks with Queenie Quan with their marketing team. The show closes with ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan talking about tax season rapidly approaching and preparing your 2024 return.
Duration:00:41:49
Was Luigi Mangione Inspired by Unabomber..?
12/11/2024
Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Alex Stone shares the latest regarding the Malibu Wildfire: Homeowners take it upon themselves to fight fire. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich speaks on Amazon getting into the car selling business, GM ditching its Robotaxi brand cruise, and Amy settling a beef with Rich. On this week’s edition of ‘Amy’s On It’ she reviews Klaus now streaming on Netflix. The show closes with ABC News investigative reporter Peter Charalambous talking about Luigi Mangione being inspired by Unabomber.
Duration:00:42:26
Franklin Fire in Malibu
12/10/2024
Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. The show starts with Amy being joined by Tim Conway Jr who has been following the Franklin Fire in Malibu all night. KFI correspondent Michael Monks also joins the show to share the latest information regarding the fire and evacuations. Andrew Rorke from the National Weather Service joi9ns the show to share how the winds and weather will affect the fire moving forward.
Duration:00:41:31
Syria's Government Toppled
12/9/2024
Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. The show opens with Amy interviews John Ohanian about ‘A Kinder Community.’ ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Syria’s government being toppled. ABC News reporter Steve Roberts shares his thoughts on Trump’s views on immigration. The show closes with CDFW State Grey Wolf Coordinator Axel Hunnicutt discussing 2 new wolf packs.
Duration:00:44:02
NASA Planning Return to the Moon
12/6/2024
Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan joins the show to talk about NASA updating plans to return to the moon. ABC News correspondent Josh Margolin speaks on the latest regarding the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about the secrets of ‘ish.’ ABC News entertainment reporter Will Ganss and the ‘Entertainment Report’. Today, Will highlights Lindsay Lohan back on the small screen, a new series for Star Wars fans, and suspense in the Vatican.
Duration:00:40:28
Airline Fees are Under Review by Law Makers
12/5/2024
ABC’s Steven Portnoy joins the show to talk about Pete Hegseth’s troubles at work raise questions about future leadership. Rory O’Neil gives us the latest on the CEO murder in NYC. Also, how Airline fees are under review by law makers. Rooftop Cinema Club in DTLA offers a uniquely fun experience for everyone. Kristin Samuelin joins Amy to talk about the giving machines and how they’re serving the community.
Duration:00:45:14
Israeli Forces Conduct Strike in Syria
12/4/2024
ABC news reporter Jordana Miller joins the show to discuss the Israeli forces conducting strike in Syria. Rich Demuro gives us the scoop on Walmart and its purchase of Vizio. Waze vs Google Maps. Tesla making Apple watch app. Amy’s on it as she gives us some of her favorite holiday movies. Shannon Kingston and Amy discuss martial law order in south Korea.
Duration:00:38:25
KFI - 14th Annual Pastathon
12/3/2024
Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. Jon Decker joins the show to talk about Hunter Biden's pardon. Amy interviews Alondra - Katarinas club recipient. Sylvano Ibay - VP and Chair of Caterina talks to Amy about 14 annual pastathon. Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk money and how to best donate.
Duration:00:40:56
President Biden Pardons His Son Hunter
12/2/2024
Amy King hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News national reporter Jim Ryan talks about the holiday scamming season. ABC News White House correspondent Karen Travers speaks on President Biden pardoning his son in his drug and tax evasion case. The show closes with Kenin McManus from the Pasadena Humane Society to discuss what they are doing for Giving Tuesday.
Duration:00:40:12
Good Morning Black Friday
11/29/2024
Eileen Gonzales fills in for Amy for your Black Friday Wake Up Call. Eileen revisits some of Amy’s favorite interviews from 2024 including: Keith Roberts from the Valley Hive, the founders of Tepito Coffee, and authors Lisa Gardner and Theresa Cheung.
Duration:00:46:32
Happy Thanksgiving!!
11/28/2024
Amy King hosts your Thanksgiving Wake Up Call. On this special edition WUC, Amy revisits memorable interviews she is thankful for from 2024 including: Jody Cobb and her success story with the help from the Union Rescue Mission and NASA and Space Force Astronaut Col. Nick Hague. Amy closes the show talking with Owner of the Tallyrand Restaurant in Burbank Karen Ross about their Thanksgiving festivities.
Duration:00:47:58
Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Begins
11/27/2024
Amy King hosts your Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller reports live from Jerusalem to talk about Israeli airstrikes shaking Beirut minutes after ceasefire was announced. KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich shares his Holiday Gift Guide that you can find at richontech.tv, AI bringing old photos to life, and T-Mobile and Starlink get approval to cover cell dead zones w/ satellite. On this week’s ‘Amy’s on It,’ she reviews Man on the Inside nor streaming on Netflix and shares a new Thanksgiving recipe. The show closes with the Director of Biological Sciences at CSU Long Beach's Shark Lab Dr. Christopher Lowe talking about why they are losing funding and what you can do to help.
Duration:00:47:00