Wake Up Call with Amy King
2,174 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsAmy King is the NEW host of Wake Up Call. Tune in every morning at 5am for the latest news and happenings in Southern California.
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Hopelessly Devoted
August 09, 2022 13:23 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee, who returns tomorrow! Despite the headlines, violent crime is down - ABC's Jim Ryan elaborates. ABC's John Cohen joins the show to talk about China and whether or not they're more of a concern than terrorists. And former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate was raided by FBI agents yesterday.
The Heat is On, SoCal!
August 08, 2022 13:24 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee, who returns this Wednesday! A heat advisory has been issued for parts of Southern California. ABC reporter Jay O'Brien joins the show to talk about the passing of a climate, tax and health care bill by Senate Democrats. Mark Hamrick comes on to talk jobs and the global economy. ABC's Ines De La Cuetara talks about Ukraine President Zelenskyy asking for a 'principled response of the international community' as fears of nuclear power station damag...
Help Is On the Way, Ladies!
August 04, 2022 13:23 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee, who returns next week. President Biden has signed an executive order to help women in need of an abortion. ABC's Jim Ryan joins Jason to talk about how airline chaos has bred a new scam. The U.S. State Department is warning against Americans after Zawahiri's killing. And Alex Jones has finally conceded that Sandy Hook was '100% real'.
Farewell to the Best to Ever Do It
August 03, 2022 13:25 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee. Broadcast icon and Dodgers Legend Vin Scully passed away last night at the age of 94. Some more information on al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. The impact of extreme weather on the insurance industry. Some highlights from some of the election primaries that took place yesterday. And Owen Thomas joins Jason for today's edition of Biz Bites.
Great (Resignation) Success!
August 02, 2022 13:26 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee while she's out on vacation. The White House announced late yesterday that President Biden authorized the killing of al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. Aaron Katersky provides some context about the target and his connection to al-Qaeda. And research shows that those who quit their jobs to find better ones during 'The Great Resignation' actually found success.
Stuck in the Middleton
August 01, 2022 13:25 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBJason Middleton sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee while she's out on vacation. President Biden continues to test positive for COVID in what's being called a 'rebound' case. NBA and Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell has passed away at the age of 88. Some sports with special guest Dave Wilson. And former WWE Diva and SoCal Realtor Amy Weber comes on to talk about the housing market.
Grand Finale of the Month
July 26, 2022 13:38 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBINES DE LA CUETARA POPE APOLOGIZES FOR 'CATASTROPHIC' SCHOOL POLICY IN CANADA JULIE BAUKE Founder and Chief Career Strategist with The Bauke Group. Can a tattoo still hurt your career? KAREN TRAVERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE: SUMMIT TODAY FOR "NEXT GENERATION' OF COVID VACCINE
The Best Part Of The Fair
July 25, 2022 13:32 - 43 minutes - 19.7 MBKAREN TRAVERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE: PRESIDENT BIDEN'S COVID-19 SYMPTOMS IMPROVING AARON KATERSKY WHAT DOES BANNON'S GUILTY VERDICT MEAN FOR THE JAN. 6 INVESTIGATION? BIZ BITES JIM RYAN STAYING OUT OF JAIL: THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT
Keep Going Down, Gas Prices
July 22, 2022 13:26 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The average price of a gallon gas continues to fall. Matt Wolfe joins the show for some Entertainment news. President Biden tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday. And Dean Sharp comes on for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer, where he and Jen talk about turning your garden into "A lush green oasis."
It's Carmageddon 2.0!
July 21, 2022 13:21 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Russia has declared their plans to take more land in Ukraine. ABC's Brad Garrett talks about the heist of a Brinks truck in Los Angeles with value north of $150M. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about the U.S. Military facing a recruiting crisis. Oh yeah, and avoid the 210 Freeway at all costs.
A 3-Mile Walk in the Heat?! 0/10 Stars
July 20, 2022 13:22 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden is set to announce "climate actions" later today as the country faces extreme heat conditions. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. As more footage is released from the bodycams of officers involved at the shooting in Uvalde, more questions arise than there are answers to. And Steve Bannon's trial starts today - ABC's Aaron Katersky chimes in.
Who's Ready for the All Star Game?!
July 19, 2022 13:22 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The Major League Baseball All Star Game is slated for tonight at Dodger Stadium! The White House is looking into "breathing room for the American consumers" - ABC's Karen Travers chimes in. Temperatures continue to soar in Europe as they experience extreme heat. And ABC's Aaron Katerksy talks about Amazon warehouses being under investigation over workplace conditions...again.
It's a Schvitz!
July 18, 2022 13:22 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Some odd weather is hitting SoCal as thunderstorms are likely. President Biden is receiving some criticism following his visit to Saudi Arabia. Extreme heat and wildfires are rocking Europe. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about Texas lawmakers formally releasing surveillance footage from Robb Elementary in Uvalde Texas, where 19 kids and 2 teachers were murdered.
Debra Turned Jen Vegan
July 15, 2022 13:32 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. After having dinner with John and Ken's Anchor Debra Mark last night, Jen might be turning vegan... ABC's Jason Nathanson joins the show for an entertainment report. Dean Sharp comes on for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer. And Dr. Simone Wildes talks the new, highly contagious COVID variant rolling back all of our restrictions.
It Might Be Time to Ditch the Daily Coffee Purchase
July 14, 2022 13:24 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden is in the middle of a trip to the Middle East; "The only thing worse than the Iran that exists now is an Iran with nuclear weapons." Real Estate specialist Suzanne Seini joins the show to provide some practical ideas for home buyers to meet the requirements for home ownership in LA. Caleb Silver briefly talks about inflation, and ABC's Karen Travers talks COVID and getting the second booster vaccine.
The Most Dateable Baseball Fans
July 12, 2022 13:27 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. OB-GYN's are planning offshore abortion clinics to further aid women seeking help that can no longer get it where they live. ABC's Tom Rivers joins the show to talk about Russian President Vladimir Putin expanding fast-track Russian citizenship to all of Ukraine. And Kenneth Moton comes on to talk about the January 6th hearing, as a rioter is expected to testify today while the Bannon trial delay request has been denied.
The Newest Member of the Crew
July 11, 2022 13:22 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Jason Middleton joins the Wake Up Call Crew - he and Jen used to work with each other up North. Steve Bannon is willing to testify in the Janbuary 6th Hearing. A new law has been passed in Arizona preventing the filming of law enforcement within 8 feet. And with the Uvalde Sheriff set to testify, the Mayor wants the video from the bodycam released.
It All Comes Crashing Down
July 08, 2022 13:25 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Matt Wolfe joins the show for an Entertainment Report - the passing of a legendary actor and what to expect from the box office this weekend. Founder and Chairman of the Board of Patriots and Paw Penny Lambright comes on to share the story of her organization. Dean Sharp and Jen talk about getting stoned for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer. And ABC's Jim Ryan talks about the parts shortage that could ruin your...
It Was a Late, Strange Evening Last Night
July 07, 2022 13:31 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Jen went and saw Top Gun: Maverick last night and shares the story about everything that transpired afterward. The latest on the Highland Park shooter, Dia Duvernet from the Best Friends Animal Society on July 4th runaways and ABC's Jim Ryan on the Texas Border Enforcement coming under federal scrutiny.
The Gang's All Here
July 06, 2022 13:23 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Alex Stone and Aaron Katersky each join the show to provide updates on the mass shooting that killed 7 and injured dozens others on Monday during an Independence Day celebration. KTLA's Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. And CNBC's Jane Wells comes on for some 'Biz Buzz'.
A Shadow Cast Over America's Birthday
July 05, 2022 13:21 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Aaron Katersky joins the show to shed light on the tragic events that took place in a small town in Illinois yesterday. The latest environmental menace is about the size of your fist and moves relatively slowly - ABC's Jim Ryan shares what you should fear most. And ABC's Alex Stone chimes in with more information on the victims in the mass shooting yesterday during the 4th of July festival in Illinois.
Happy Birthday, America!
July 04, 2022 14:11 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday, July 4th Wake Up Call. Los Angeles weather will be perfect for Independence Day festivities today, so enjoy! Jen plays some July 4th Trivia with Nick Pagliochini and Tyler Whitman. And the "4th of July Consultant" for the Huntington Beach 4th of July Celebration Stacey Newton joins the show to share what's happening down in Huntington Beach today when it comes to festivities.
Be Safe This Independence Day Weekend
July 01, 2022 13:23 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jason Nathanson joins the show to talk Entertainment News, as the highly anticipated second half of Season 4 of Stranger Things releases today. Dia Duvernet, President of the Pasadena Humane Society, comes on to talk about the best ways to keep your animals safe this weekend. And Dean Sharp makes an appearance for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer, where the two talk about space in your home and how much you sho...
Justice Breyer Bids the Bench Farewell
June 30, 2022 13:29 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The final SCOTUS decisions have been released today, closing out a historic term for Justice Breyer and starting KBJ's legacy. NATO has deemed Russia its 'most significant and direct threat'. And President Biden gives a presser live from the G7 Summit in Spain.
Leave the Fireworks to the Professionals!
June 29, 2022 13:25 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Dr. Daniel Gittings joins the show. He's a hand surgeon and warns of the dangers involved when handling, and often times mishandling, fireworks. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro comes on for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. And CNBC's Jane Wells is back from Spain for some Biz Buzz!
We're Doin' It Live
June 28, 2022 13:21 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call, and she does it Live on Instagram! President Biden's trip to Germany comes to a close as the G7 concludes. ABC's Luke Barr joins the show to talk Ghislaine Maxwell, as her sentencing day approaches. And a surprise January 6th hearing has been called for today - what can we expect?
A Little Swim Over the Weekend
June 27, 2022 13:23 - 38 minutes - 35 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden is in Germany for the G7 Summit where global inflation and Russia's invasion of Ukraine will be key points of conversation. Outcries across the nation were heard over the weekend following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. And more on Uvalde, Texas with ABC's Jim Ryan.
Jen Gets Starstruck with Her Guest This Morning
June 24, 2022 13:24 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jason Nathanson joins the show for an Entertainment Report, as the highly-anticipated 'Elvis' movie comes out today. The one-and-only Marilu Henner joins the show to share with Jen an upcoming event she'll be attending at The Grove in Los Angeles. And Dean Sharp comes on for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer, where the two talk about industry game changers.
Happy Friday Eve!
June 23, 2022 13:37 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Worried parents are sending their children off to summer camp - ABC's Jim Ryan talks with Jen about how many places are preparing for active shooter situations. Some more speculation surrounding gun legislation with ABC's Brad Garrett. And Karen Travers talks about the possibility of a gas tax holiday.
Lightning, Thunder and Heat Today
June 22, 2022 13:22 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Aaron Katersky comes on to talk about day 4 of the January 6th insurrection hearings. State Parks Superintendent Kevin Pearsall joins the show to talk about the lifeguard shortage in SoCal. Fredrika Syren shares with Jen ways to conserve water during this extreme drought we're experiencing. And ABC's Jim Ryan provides some more information on the shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
Happy First Day of Summer and National Selfie Day!
June 21, 2022 13:27 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The January 6th Insurrection Hearings continue with Day 4 slated for today. Salaries of employees may soon start to be disclosed by companies - how would you feel about others knowing what you make? And ABC's Karen Travers reports live from the White House in Washington.
The First Week of Summer Will Be Hot!
June 20, 2022 13:25 - 40 minutes - 37 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The National Weather Service advises that this first week of Summer will be a hot one! A recession might not be inevitable according to the White House. Frustrated Texas lawmakers continue the hearings in Uvalde - ABC's Jim Ryan chimes in. And ABC's Aaron Katersky shares some more information surrounding the CDC's approval of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for kids under the age of 5.
Happy Father's Day, Dads!
June 17, 2022 13:23 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Millions of people are planning on going camping for Independence Day - ABC's Jim Ryan chimes in. The January 6th Committee is focusing on the pressure put on Mike Pence and is debating a criminal referral for Donald Trump. Dean Sharp joins the show for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer, where Dean shares his Father's Day Gift Guide. And ABC's Jason Nathanson comes on to talk about Pixar's latest release, Lightyear.
Playing In to the Nostalgia
June 16, 2022 13:37 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday (Friday-Eve) Wake Up Call. Again, Russia has cut natural gas exports through the European Pipeline. Thirty-five percent of Americans still believe the 2020 election was stolen from President Trump - ABC's Brad Garrett chimes in. And Karen Travers comes on to talk about how the White House is being asked to 'do the right thing'.
Bear Market Provokes Recession Fears
June 15, 2022 13:23 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. "Oil production will be on the agenda" when President Biden visits Saudi Arabia. The United Kingdom cancelled their first flight out deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda. And Joel Larsgaard of the 'How To Money' podcast joins the show to talk about the bear market and advise how to lower the impact of skyrocketing gas prices in your daily life.
Revisiting the Chaos of January 6th, 2021
June 14, 2022 13:28 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Samantha Bell from the Best Friends Animal Society joins the show to talk about June being Adopt A Shelter Cat Month and to share some events happening this month around the Los Angeles area. The UK's deportation plans for migrants are going forward as planned. And Aaron Katersky joins the show to talk about the January 6th Insurrection hearings.
A Little Look at a New Gun Bill
June 13, 2022 13:25 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBKFI News Director Chris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee. ABC's Katherine Faulders joins the show to talk about a Senate group agreeing on a broad outline for a new gun bill. Aaron Katersky talks about a second January 6th committee hearing being set to tackle a Trump admin's false election claims. And Luke Barr comes on to talk about 31 men having been arrested in possession of shields and riot gear near a Pride parade in Idaho over the weekend.
WAKE UP CALL
June 10, 2022 14:26 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBAARON KATERSKY THE JAN. 6 COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARINGS GET UNDER WAY RICK KLEIN THIS WEEK IN POLITICS DEAN SHARP KAREN TRAVERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE: BIDEN WRAPS SUMMIT OF AMERICAS
Get Ready, Watermelon Fans
June 09, 2022 13:25 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The 'Party Fit for a Queen' kicks off today for Queen Elizabeth's Royal Jubilee as she celebrates 70 years on the throne. Julieanne Gee joins the show to talk about the Watermelon Festival happening this weekend in Los Angeles. And ABC's Jim Ryan and Aaron Katersky come on, separately, to talk about the shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
The Heat Is On
June 08, 2022 13:23 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. A heatwave is expected to bring dangerously hot temperatures to the San Diego desert areas. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. And 'How To Money' Podcast co-host Joel Larsgaard comes on to talk inflation, consumer credit and late payments.
Get Out and Vote!
June 07, 2022 13:23 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. It's Primary Election Tuesday! Be sure to get out there and cast your ballot to make your voice heard. Parents of the mass shootings are calling of the White House as they "just want to see some action" on gun control. Also, Uvalde, Texas two weeks later with ABC's Jim Ryan.
There Seems To Be No End In Sight
June 06, 2022 13:23 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Another violent weekend shook the country as two different mass shootings resulted in the deaths of of at least 6 and the injurie of 25+ people. On a lighter note, Jen shares some of her favorite boozy beverages.
A Welcome End to The Week
June 03, 2022 13:24 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Monkeypox has officially made its way to Los Angeles County. A look at this week in politics with Rick Klein. There have been more mass shootings this year than days - we speak with Aaron Katersky about it. Jason Nathanson joins the show for some Entertainment News. And Jen speaks with Investopedia's Caleb Silver about inflation and where it goes from here.
Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee!
June 02, 2022 13:33 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Queen Elizabeth is celebrating her 70th Anniversary on the throne in England! More on the shooting in Uvalde, Texas with ABC's Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett and Correspondent Jim Ryan.
Farewell to a Beloved Member of the Jones-Lee Family
June 01, 2022 13:26 - 41 minutes - 38 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. KTLA's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday', where she and Rich talk about Instagram and a new Amazon store in Glendale. Dr. Simone Wildes comes on to provide some updates on Monkeypox - should you be as concerned as the media is trying to make you? And Ryan Kules and Yolanda Poullard come on to share their story about how the Wounded Warrior Project helps restore light in the lives ...
Apologies, Vicki Lawrence!
May 31, 2022 13:25 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. EU Leaders have agreed on a partial embargo on Russian oil. A video suggests that attempts were made to inform the police of ongoing 911 calls in Uvalde, Texas. And Vicki Lawrence herself joins Jen!
Remembering Our Fallen Soldiers on This Memorial Day
May 30, 2022 13:24 - 40 minutes - 37 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday, Memorial Day Wake Up Call. Marine Staff Sergeant John Jones joins the show to talk about how he continues to make an impact on the lives of others despite being a double amputee Veteran. The National Calendar Day Ambassador Cindy Lee comes on the show. And with anticipated Memorial Day BBQ's today, Corner Butcher Shop's John Fuelling talks about the delicious selection his shop in La Verne offers and why it's Jen's favorite place to buy her meat.
Preparing for Memorial Day Weekend
May 27, 2022 13:24 - 38 minutes - 35 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jim Ryan joins to talk more about the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas: grief, anger, copycats and a broken heart. Admiral John Bird comes on to talk about the Poppy Wall of Honor heading to the National Mall in remembrance of fallen military servicemembers. Jen hosts Dean Sharp for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer. And ABC's Aaron Katersky provides the latest in the investigation surrounding the motives and reas...
Happy National Blueberry Cheesecake Day!
May 26, 2022 13:24 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. In the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Governor Abbott was heckled by his opponent Beto O' Rourke yesterday. Bob Kurkjian joins the show to talk about USO and LA Fleet Week. And Chef George Geary comes on to talk about National Blueberry Cheesecake Day!
19 Children, 2 Teachers Dead in Texas Elementary School Shooting
May 25, 2022 13:25 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Continued coverage of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas that killed 19 Elementary School students and 2 teachers.