Wake Up Call with Amy King
2,174 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 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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Getting Better Sleep During Daylight Savings
March 16, 2022 13:53 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBKaren Travers joins to talk NATO leaders summit next week. Ukraine says it see possible room for comprimise in talks with Russia. US turns down Poland's fighter jet offer/Putin "Angry and Frustrated". Jim Ryan joins "No time change"
Happy Meetaversary, Scott!
March 15, 2022 13:40 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Today is the day she met the now love-of-her-life Scott! The White House is having intense conversations with China regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Kayli Joy Cooper of Girl Well joins the show to talk about her not-for-profit organization helping under-sheltered teenage girls by providing them with self-care kits that promote self-love. And Ines De La Cuetara comes on to provide an update live from Poland.
It's National Pi Day!
March 14, 2022 13:23 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Happy National Pi Day (3.14)! Russian forces appear to be broadening their target sets according to the Pentagon after the latest airstrike on Ukraine. And Schwab Financial Professional Casey Mervine joins the show to discuss inflation as investment implications ensue for Los Angeles.
The Gang's All Here!
March 11, 2022 14:25 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Defense officials are warning about a Russian false flag to justify the use of chemical weaponry. The Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra comes on to talk about Girl Scout Cookies. Dean Sharp joins the show for this week's edition of Jen and The House Whisperer, where he and Jen talk about composting. And Ines De La Cuetara chimes in on Vice President Harris's trip to Poland to visit refugees.
Aid is On the Way, Ukraine
March 10, 2022 14:34 - 43 minutes - 40 MBVP Harris In Poland after US turns down Polish fighter jet offer. Why President Zelenskyy is a real threat to Putin. Gas prices spike while 3 in 4 consumers already feeling the sting of higher prices.
Newsom Wants a Tax Rebate
March 09, 2022 14:23 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBNewsom wants tax rebate, touts 'California Way' of governing in State of the State address. Los Angeles City Council votes to condemn Putin's actions against Ukraine. U.S. banning Russian oil imports as Biden wants of "costs"
Newsom wants TAX REBATE!
March 09, 2022 14:23 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBNewsom wants tax rebate, touts 'California Way' of governing in State of the State address. Los Angeles City Council votes to condemn Putin's actions against Ukraine. U.S. banning Russian oil imports as Biden wants of "costs"
Settle Down, Gas Prices!
March 08, 2022 14:27 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky joins the show to provide some more updates from Ukraine, as Russia continues its invasion. Jim Ryan comes on to talk about the latest deadly drug that's driving up overdose rates. And Automobile Association of America's Doug Shupe, their Corporate Communications Manager, chimes in on the staggering increase in gas prices as there seems to be no end in sight.
Secret Meetings Taking Place to Resolve Russia-Ukraine Crisis
March 07, 2022 14:23 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Aaron Katersky, ABC News Correspondent, joins live from Ukraine to provide an update. Jordana Miller comes on to discuss how the Prime Minister of Israel met in secret with Vladimir Putin as all angles are being taken to explore resolving the crisis between Russia and Ukraine. And Steve Bundy, Vice President of Joni and Friends International Disability Center, comes on to talk about the challenges of evacuating disabled people from Uk...
KFI's Queen, The King!
March 04, 2022 14:27 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky joins the show, live from Ukraine for more updates. Jason Nathanson comes on for some Entertainment News as the highly anticipated The Batman comes out today, starring Robert Pattinson. KFI's own Amy King joins Jen to talk about National Dress in Blue Day for cancer awareness. And Ryne Meadors of the Pasadena Humane Society comes on to talk about the Miracle Makers.
Happy National Anthem Day!
March 03, 2022 14:25 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. More updates on the happenings in Ukraine from ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky. Kate Kelly, author and publisher of "America Comes Alive!" joins the show to highlight National Anthem Day. And ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett chimes in on profiling the behavioral and political psychology of Vladimir Putin.
Are We Out of the Woods Yet?
March 02, 2022 14:25 - 34 minutes - 32 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky provides an update, live from Ukraine. KTLA5's Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. Dr. Simone Wildes comes on to discuss COVID and the state of where we stand in the pandemic. And Ike Ejiochi accompanies Jen in discussing President Biden's State of the Union Address.
Happy National Dadgum That's Good Day
March 01, 2022 14:26 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky joins the show live from Ukraine, while Tom Rivers chimes in on how Russia is starting to feel the effects of its sanctions. And with the State of the Union Address this evening, all eyes are on Capitol Hill.
Ukraine Stands Its Ground
February 28, 2022 14:23 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Over the weekend, Ukraine withstood attacks from Russia on its Capital as President Zelenskyy says Ukraine will not concede any ground. The European Union has shut down airspace to Russian airlines and will buy Ukraine arms. And ABC's Matt Seyler joins the show to talk about how the Senior U.S. Defense official responded to Putin's "heightened alert" for nuclear deterrents.
Fallout Ensues from Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
February 25, 2022 14:25 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The U.S. has ordered the deployment of 7,000 troops to Germany to reassure its NATO allies. Wall Street wobbled a bit, but didn't fall down after Russia's attack. Dean Sharp joins the show to talk about the best ways to choose window treatments for your home. And more from ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky, live from Ukraine.
Russia Declares War on Ukraine
February 24, 2022 14:21 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wale Up Call. Russia has formerly announced its invasion of Ukraine as the world scrambles in preparation. ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett joins the show to talk about why Putin hates the U.S. and what makes him so dangerous. Wall Street Journal reporter Adam O'Neal chimes in on the Ukraine crisis, and ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky joins live from Ukraine.
The Toothfairy Owes Me Money
February 23, 2022 14:23 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Aaron Katersky joins the show, live from Ukraine. KTLA5's Rich DeMuro comes on for 'Wired Wednesday', CNBC's Jane Wells joins for 'Biz Buzz', and Jim Ryan talks about the 3g shutdown as it prompts fears of "ALARMAGEDDON".
It's Palindrome TWOsday
February 22, 2022 14:22 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your TWOsday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden has responded to Russian troops moving into Ukraine with sanctions. The UK has pulled the last of its COVID restrictions. And Aaron Katersky joins the show, live from Ukraine.
Happy Presidents' Day!
February 21, 2022 14:22 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday, Presidents' Day Morning Wake Up Call. A new storm is expected to bring more rain to Southern California. Melissa Giller joins the show to share what The Ronald Reagan is doing to celebrate this Presidents' Day. And some Presidents' Day Trivia with the Wake Up Call Crew!
And Just Like That, the Olympics are Ending
February 18, 2022 14:26 - 40 minutes - 37 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The White House remains at-the-ready for a Russian invasion of Ukraine, as the threat is still 'very high'. In the final weekend of the Beijing Olympics, Alex Presha joins the show to talk about everything that's happened. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp comes on to talk about sheds. And the U.S. has recorded a historic rise in traffic deaths - Jim Ryan talks more about it.
Curling in Hollywood
February 17, 2022 14:26 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Americans continue to spend despite historic inflation. New Orleans is preparing for a muted Mardi Gras celebration. And Nikole Rockwell, Vice President of Hollywood Curling, joins the show to share how people can take their stab at the sport right here in Hollywood, CA.
Happy Rams Day!
February 16, 2022 14:39 - 40 minutes - 37 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. The parade for the Super Bowl Champions Los Angeles Rams takes place today from 11-1 in downtown Los Angeles. An update on the situation with Russia and Ukraine with Luis Martinez. KTLA5's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday', and some Bizz Buzz with Jane Wells.
In Typical California Fashion, Masks Will Stay On After Mandate is Lifted
February 15, 2022 14:23 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Prime Minister Trudeau has invoked emergency powers to quell protests up north. The pentagon is aware that Russia's forces are substantial - Matt Seyler joins the show to talk about it further as anticipation lingers regarding Russia's potential invasion of Ukraine. And to counter inflation, potato chip bags are either shrinking or we're getting bigger... ABC's Jim Ryan chimes in.
The Rams are Superbowl LVI Champions and Jen's Back!
February 14, 2022 14:38 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee is back to host your Monday morning Wake Up Call! Super Bowl LVI is in the books and the Los Angeles Rams have come out on top at home! Alex Presha provides an update from the Winter Olympics in Beijing. The latest on Russia and Ukraine with Luis Martinez. And 58 years after the assassination of JFK, the fascination lingers as Jim Ryan chimes in.
A Little Olympics Update and Farewell
February 11, 2022 14:26 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBKFI News Director Chris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Friday morning Wake Up Call. A bridge blockage by truckers has forced the shutdown of some auto plants and there are rumblings of similar actions in Europe. Alex Presha joins for an update from the Winter Olympics in Beijing as Shaun White took his last ride yesterday. And The House Whisperer Dean Sharp comes on to share the best of the International Builder's Show of 2022.
A Little Sports Betting for Super Bowl Sunday
February 10, 2022 14:34 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBKFI News Director Chris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The White House acknowledges that "people are tired of the pandemic." Ukraine and Russia are set to hold key talks on the crisis in Berlin. Sports betting reporter Todd Dewey talks odds and prop bets as the Super Bowl is this Sunday. And financial analyst Caleb Silver joins the show to talk about inflation being the highest its been in 41 years.
Girl Scout Cookies and We've Gone Bonkers for Butter
February 09, 2022 14:24 - 43 minutes - 40 MBLaila Muhammad sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. We get an update from Alex Presha at the Winter Olympics in Beijing, 'Tech Talk' with KTLA5's Rich DeMuro, 'Bizz Buzz' with CNBC's Jane Wells and border trade gets threatened by COVID-19 protests with ABC's Tom Rivers.
We're Beach-Bound as Temperatures Warm Up
February 08, 2022 14:25 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Doctors are warning against ending school mask-mandates, "virtual kidnappers", more on Russia and Ukraine and the nominations for the Academy Awards are out!
Wake Up Call Karaoke with Laila Muhammad
February 07, 2022 14:26 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Monday morning Wake Up Call. An update from Beijing with Alex Presha, Valentine's Day is around the corner and Queen Elizabeth has paved the way for Queen Camilla.
The Winter Olympics Have Kicked Off in Beijing!
February 04, 2022 14:27 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBKFI News Director Chris Little fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The latest on what's being anticipated of Russia when it comes to Ukraine, an update from Beijing at the Olympics, remodeling your kitchen with The House Whisperer, Dean Sharp, and reassessing the risks and rewards of marijuana.
A Little Dose of Chris
February 03, 2022 14:23 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBKFI News Director Chris Little fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden is set to re-launch his cancer "Moonshot" program. The Puppy Bowl is back this upcoming Super Bowl weekend! U.S. troops are heading to Eastern Europe amid stalled talks with Russia. And a major winter storm is hitting Texas as schools close and warming centers open.
Santa Ana's Welcome Back
February 02, 2022 14:20 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBKAREN TRAVERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE: BIDEN, DURBIN, GRASSLEY & HARRIS MEET ON SCOTUS DR SIMONE WILDES ANALYSIS: IS THE WORLD’S TRANSITION FROM PANDEMIC TO ENDEMIC IMMINENT – OR EVEN REALISTIC? JANE WELLS GOOGLE HAD A FANTASTIC QUARTER YES THERE WERE A RECORD NUMBER OF JOB OPENINGS AT THE END OF 2021, BUT THAT MAY CHANGE. HIGHER BACON PRICES ON THE WAY? MORE INFLATION — STARBUCKS RAISING PRICES!! NOOOOOOOO! PETITION TO MAKE JOE BIDEN APOLOGIZE TO ELON MUSK JIM RYAN CRYPTOCURRENCY MAY COMPLICA...
Welcome to February
February 01, 2022 14:28 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBAARON KATERSKY RUSSIAN “ONLINE MALIGN INFLUENCE” HAS INCREASED / US, RUSSIA TRADE BARBS AT UN SECURITY COUNCIL JIM RYAN TEXAS FREEZE 2.0? JAMES JOHNSON OPERATION GRATITUDE CEO SARAH ISGUR ANALYSIS: THE POLITICS OF REPLACING JUSTICE BREYER
The Rams are Super-Bowl-Bound!
January 31, 2022 14:23 - 43 minutes - 40 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The Los Angeles Rams defeated the rival San Francisco 49ers to punch their ticket to the Super Bowl! In world news, the UK is considering sending troops to Eastern Europe. And data is suggesting that the Omicron surge is receding, while new information is emerging on a new variant.
Thank Goodness for Dean
January 28, 2022 14:25 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Political Director Rick Klein joins the show to reflect on this week in politics and what to expect in the next couple of days. A quick entertainment report with ABC's Jason Nathanson. The House Whisperer, Dean Sharp comes on to talk about 'all the how's'. And Jim Ryan talks about the best and worst places to retire.
Oh! Snap!(tastic)
January 27, 2022 14:25 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. At the White House, Jen Psaki has re-affirmed President Biden's commitment to nominating a woman of color for the soon-to-be vacant Supreme Court seat. Monica Linda Garcia of Oh! Snap! Photo Booth joins the show, as her company will be one of the featured local businesses at the Super Bowl events this year. And why are ghost guns a growing issue? ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett joins to provide some answers.
Baby You Can Drive My Car (But Please Don't Steal It)
January 26, 2022 14:25 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. An update from the White House regarding President Biden's plans for Ukraine. KTLA 5's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. CNBC's Jane Wells talks the stock market with 'Biz Buzz', and ABC's Jim Ryan warns car owners about thefts and the cars they're targeting.
What's Putin Up to with Ukraine?
January 25, 2022 14:26 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Conor Finnegan joins the show to explain what Putin wants from Ukraine and whether or not the U.S. and our allies can prevent Russia's invasion. RecruitMilitary's Senior Vice President Chris Stevens joins the show.
So Long, Tom Brady! Go Rams!
January 24, 2022 14:23 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The Rams held on to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to advance to the NFC Championship, where they'll face the San Francisco 49ers next Sunday. A fire in Big Sur has forced hundreds to evacuate from their homes. And Michael Avenatti is back on trial today.
Happy 2 Year Anniversary, COVID-19
January 21, 2022 14:27 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. It's been 2 years since the confirmation of the first COVID-19 case in the U.S. Beware of of fake pop-up testing sites out to steal your money and not provide results! And speaking of scams, hackers are targeting Uber drivers to get riders' money. So basically, trust no one.
Live Large and Adopt a Big Dog
January 20, 2022 14:43 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The man wanted in the killing of an innocent woman at a Hancock Park furniture store is in custody. COVID might be having long-term effects on kids' appetites. And Southern California shelters and rescues are asking residents to "Live Large" and adopt a big dog between the dates of January 15th and 31st.
Free COVID Tests Now Available!
January 19, 2022 14:25 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. COVIDtests.org is now live and American residents can now go to the website and order their 4 free at-home test kits. KTLA 5's Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of Wired Wednesday. CNBC's Jane Wells comes on for 'Biz Buzz', and Sam Sweeney talks about Verizon and AT&T delaying their 5G rollout around some airports.
Go Rams! Beat Tom Brady!
January 18, 2022 14:25 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. More details have emerged in the Texas Synagogue hostage standoff as Aaron Katersky joins the provide updates. Babs Fry of A Way Home For Dogs Inc. comes on to share her purpose and inform listeners that help is out there for those with missing pups. And as President Biden's approval rating continues to dip, is there any saving his Presidency as the mid-terms approach? Sarah Isgur chimes in.
Happy 100th Birthday, Betty!
January 17, 2022 14:27 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning, Martin Luther King Jr. Day Wake Up Call. A beautiful mural of Betty White popped up in the Fairfax District and the artist painted a charitable aspect onto it. That artist's name is Corrie Mattie, and Jen hosts her this morning to talk more about it. And a hostage standoff at a Texas Synagogue ended peacefully, but questions remain to be answered.
Your Home Needs Therapy, Too
January 14, 2022 14:43 - 42 minutes - 39 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. President Biden is "disappointed" with the Supreme Court's decision to block his administration's vaccine-or-test rule for large businesses. A quick Entertainment Report with ABC's Jason Nathanson. Dean Sharp joins the show to talk about 5 life lessons you could apply to your home to keep it fresh and pleasant. And Rick Klein provides a brief recap of this week in politics.
Safer Guns Are on the Horizon
January 13, 2022 14:38 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The lawsuit against Prince Andrew will go ahead despite the deal struck with Jeffrey Epstein and his associates back in 2009. A new gun safety device has everyone more hopeful about safer guns in the future. And ABC's Brad Garrett talks about ways to bring homicide rates down without alienating communities.
Welcome Back from Hawaii, Jane!
January 12, 2022 14:26 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. The CDC says that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is estimated to account for 98% of new cases in the U.S. KTLA 5's Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday'. And Jane's back from Hawaii! She and Jen talk about the IRS's continued struggles to accommodate everyone needing help and has said it won't be getting better any time soon, and the Omicron variant's persistent impact on the world.
And These...Are The Days...of Nikola Djokovic's Life
January 11, 2022 14:26 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Health insurance companies will soon be responsible for covering at-home COVID tests for Americans. And a judge says Tennis star Nikola Djokovic can stay in Australia, but the saga continues...
Remembering Bob Saget AKA Danny Tanner
January 10, 2022 14:22 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Manic Monday morning Wake Up Call. Actor and comedian Bob Saget passed away over the weekend in his hotel room in Orlando, FL. A deadly fire in NYC has killed 19 people, 9 of which were children after a space heater ignited an apartment building. And 20% of the country has tested positive for COVID-19.
Happy Friday, You Made It Through the Week!
January 07, 2022 14:24 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Facebook is being sued over the killing of a federal officer tied to the 'boogaloo movement'. 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 Caleb Silver talks about the record-breaking 4.5 million Americans that quit their jobs before the new year.