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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Hooray for 'Wilmingwood'
October 27, 2021 13:27 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. She's joined by KTLA's Tech Guy Rich DeMuro for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday', and Jane Wells for your weekly 'Biz Buzz'. Additionally, Tom Rivers provides an update on Queen Elizabeth II as her absence from the climate conference has sparked concerns surrounding her health.
Anybody But The Astros
October 26, 2021 13:29 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The World Series between the Houston Astros (boo) and the Atlanta Braves (yay) kicks off tonight. The FDA has convened to vote on Pfizer vaccines for kids. And the assistant director who handed actor Alec Baldwin the gun that resulted in the fatal shooting of one and left another injured had been fired from their previous job after a previous firearm mishap.
Get Ready For Some Rain
October 25, 2021 13:37 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. A 'Supercharged' storm is moving into SoCal. Get ready for drones to start delivering your packages as they prepare for their first urban launch. And an FBI report has found that hate crimes against Asians rose 76% in 2020.
Dirty Laundrie & Tragedy On Set
October 22, 2021 13:45 - 38 minutes - 35 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The Dodgers hang on for another game - they defeated the Atlanta Braves 11-2 in Game 5 of the NLCS. Remains have been found and confirmed to be Brian Laundrie. And Actor Alex Baldwin discharged a prop gun while filming on set that killed one and injured another.
Shake It Out, California!
October 21, 2021 13:34 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Jason Ballmann joins the show to talk about today's Shakeout - are you prepared for an earthquake? And Author Brad Meltzer has a new children's book coming out about Oprah Winfrey!
The Dodgers Are Back in the Win Column
October 20, 2021 13:34 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. KTLA's Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday', where he and Jen talk about Google's latest Pixel phone, Apple's new Airpods and Fisher Price's new retro phone. Jane Well also comes on the show for an edition of 'Biz Buzz'.
Don't Call it a Comeback!
October 19, 2021 13:25 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee returns to provide your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call! COVID-related scams are beginning to ease in addition to COVID cases themselves. Donald Trump is filing a lawsuit to block the release of documents relating to the January 6th insurrection, and the Dodgers look to take a game back in the NLCS at home tonight.
What Little is Left
October 18, 2021 13:32 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBKFI News Director Chris Little fills in one last time for Jennifer Jones Lee as she returns from vacation tomorrow. Divorce rates are on the rise again and Marie Muratala joins the show to talk gratitude.
Friday Scaries
October 18, 2021 13:22 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBKFI News Director sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee while she continues her vacation. The Dodgers win! They pulled of a victory last night against the San Francisco Giants to send them to the NLCS, where they'll face the Atlanta Braves. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp joins the show to talk about "haunted" houses.
Airing Out the Dirty Laundrie
October 14, 2021 13:28 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBKFI News Director Chris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee while she continues to enjoy her vacation. The White House is working to fix the backlog of ships waiting at the port of Los Angeles by making the operation 24/7 until the bottleneck recedes. And the hunt for Gabby Petito's missing fiance Brian Laundrie continues.
The Dodgers Hang on for Game 5!
October 13, 2021 13:26 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBChris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. The Los Angeles Dodgers held on in game 4 of the National League Division Series to force a 5th and final game, which will be played in San Francisco tomorrow. Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday', and William Shatner is headed to space!
A Little Chris Goes a Long Way
October 12, 2021 13:30 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBKFI News Director Chris Little sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Flooding poses an extreme risk to the United States' Infrastructure. An ancient winemaking complex was discovered by Israeli archaeologists. And the Dodgers now need to win the remaining two games in the NLDS to advance to the Championship Series.
Not So Little Chris
October 11, 2021 13:46 - 40 minutes - 37 MBChris Little fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Monday morning Wake Up Call. U.S. vaccinations have reached their highest weekly number since July. Huntington Beach is set to reopen its beaches today. And a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit off the Hawaiian coast.
NBA Players Charged With Fraud
October 08, 2021 13:28 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jenifer on your Morning Wake Up Call. ABC’s Aaron Katersky has the latest on 18 NBA Players being charged with fraud, Jim Ryan talks about the latest Tik Tok challenge turning violent and KFI’s Dean Sharp has tips and tricks about heating and air conditioning.
The Dodgers are heading to NLDS!
October 07, 2021 13:42 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. ABC’s Jim Ryan gives us the latest on the school shooting in Arlington, Texas. 13-year-old, Ryan Honary, talks about creating AI driven wildfire prevention technology. KFI’s Corbin Carson previews his news special on the history of Bruce’s Beach. The Dodgers are headed to the NLDS after beating the Cardinals on a walk-off courtesy of Chris Taylor.
Karaoke with Rich and Songs About Jane
October 06, 2021 13:27 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Dr. Simone Wildes joins the show to talk about the COVID-19 booster vaccine, the flu shot, and if it's okay to get them at the same time. Rich DeMuro, the Tech Guy, comes on for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday' and Jane Wells dials in for some 'Biz Buzz'.
Saving Face(book)
October 05, 2021 13:25 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Talk about a bad Monday! Facebook, WhatsApp AND Instagram were all down coincidentally following a whistleblower bombshell - any correlation? Executive Director of the Better Together Animal Alliance Mandy Evans joins the show to talk about the Home to Home program. And the Supreme Court resumed in-person work yesterday as they face one of the most consequential terms in years.
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!
October 04, 2021 13:25 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. The White House continues to work diligently on the proposed infrastructure bill as the government shutdown continues to cast a shadow. Michelle Sathe, Public Relations Officer for the Best Friends Animal Society joins the show to talk about Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!
Government Shutdown Averted...For Now
October 01, 2021 13:40 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Karen Travers chimes in on Biden's optimism when it comes to bipartisan work and the ability to get things done, as Congress avoids a shutdown. Jason Nathanson joins the show to provide an entertainment report - what's new and exciting to watch out there? And the House Whisperer Dean Sharp is here for this week's edition of Jen and the House Whisperer, as the two talk about preparedness for fire season.
Freed Britney
September 30, 2021 13:49 - 41 minutes - 38 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Britney Spears' father has been suspended from her conservatorship. President Biden is working around the block on the Infrastructure Bill. NBA players are at a fork in the road - get vaccinated or don't play and don't get paid. And a suspected serial killer was "called to sacrifice" his victims - ABC's Jim Ryan chimes in.
Not the Hero We Deserve, But the Hero We Need
September 29, 2021 13:28 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee played the role of heroin this morning before coming in to hose your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. An update on the Gabby Petito murder case with Jim Ryan. Therapy dog trainer Steve Booth comes on the show to talk about his latest trainee, Henry. And this week's edition of 'Biz Buzz' with Jane Wells! The two talk about why the markets are down, United Airlines' plan to terminate employees who won't get vaccinated, and one millionaire's fantasy world brought to life.
Someone Call The (Plague)Doctor!
September 28, 2021 13:40 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Optimism lingers at the White House surrounding the passing of the Infrastructure Bill as Karen Travers calls in to provide updates on that front. Texas women seeking abortions are fleeing to surrounding states as their clinics fill up. And the most popular Halloween costume among children isn't what you'd immediately think of, but it does make sense.
Studies Show Coffee's Good For You! (But There's a Catch)
September 27, 2021 13:28 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. A cloud of intensity lingers over the White House as Congress scrambles to finalize agreements surrounding the Infrastructure Bill and preventing a Government shutdown. Gabby Petito was laid to rest over the weekend as the search for wanted fiancé Brian Laundrie continues. And a new study shows that coffee is good for you, but just coffee...none of the other add-ins.
Go Get Em, Macho!
September 24, 2021 13:27 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. ABC's Jim Ryan joins Jen to talk about the Gabby Petito case, as a federal arrest warrant has been issued for her fiance, Brian Laundrie. Chloe Melas is releasing a special report on CNN titled: Toxic: Britney Spears' Battle for Freedom. This week's edition of Jen and the House Whisperer highlights closets! A place to store frequently-used items ONLY! And CEO and Founder of Lucy Pet Products Joey Herrick comes on the show to promote M...
Bring Out the Berumen
September 23, 2021 14:10 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBBrian Berumen sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee as he trains to fill in for her in the future. Karen Travers phones in to talk about the Infrastructure bill and "it's a messy sausage-making process." Brad Garrett calls in to talk about the Gabby Petito case, and Susie Heisey, Sequoia National Park PIO joins Brian to talk about the fires threatening the ages-old trees.
To Boost or Not to Boost
September 22, 2021 13:41 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. The remains found in Wyoming have been confirmed to be 22-year-old Gabby Petito as the search for her fiancé continues. KTLA's Rich DeMuro joins the show for this week's edition of 'Wired Wednesday' to talk about Apple's iPhone 13, available this Friday, Amazon's 3 new Kindles, and Ford's new $20k hybrid pickup truck called Maverick. When will the FDA authorize Pfizer's booster shot? Possibly today.
Bull-Ridin', Wiggle-Wagglin' Queen
September 21, 2021 13:26 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee returns as she hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call! After a long weekend and raising over $25k for the Wiggle Waggle Walk, Jen's back to share some stories. The search for more information surrounding Gabby Petito continues. And a writer with his own publishing company called "Gang Tales" names Stanley James II joins Jen to talk about what he's been doing following a lifestyle filled with gang-related activity and incarceration.
Just Can't Wait to Be (Amy) King
September 20, 2021 13:30 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBAmy King sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee and hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. A body has been discovered in the Wyoming National Park that's believed to be missing Gabby Petito. An update on the COVID vaccine booster shots. And the Emmy's were on last night - ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Jason Nathanson joins Amy to talk about the winners.
Royal Ruckus!
September 17, 2021 13:26 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBMichael Crozier sits in for Jennifer Jones Lee for your Friday morning Wake Up Call! The FDA has struck a cautious tone ahead of their vaccine booster meeting today - Aaron Katersky joins Michael to talk about it. Online romance scams are on the uptick again. ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Jason Nathanson joins for 'The Entertainment Report' heading into the weekend, and Cheri Preston joins Crozier to talk about the Royals misbehaving prompting 'serious' anti-monarchy campaigns in the U...
One Giant Leap for Amateur Civilian Astronauts!
September 16, 2021 13:29 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee. The White House has acknowledged people's increased pessimism over COVID. The UK and Australia have formed a historic defense partnership. And with SpaceX's launch of the Inspiration4 with 4 amateur civilians on board, the future of space travel for anyone interested inches closer to reality.
Millions Spent, Newsom Remains
September 15, 2021 13:26 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Gavin Newsom has retained his Gubernatorial status as the competition conceded defeat last night. The Tech Guy Rich DeMuro joins Jen to talk about Apple's announcements made yesterday.
It's Recall Day in California
September 14, 2021 13:23 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. Today is the day to get out and vote in the Recall Election of Gavin Newsom. What was once a hurricane, Nicholas has been downgraded to a tropical storm as it drenches the Texas and Louisiana coasts.
Did We Mentioned That We Love Animals?
September 13, 2021 13:26 - 42 minutes - 39 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Zorheen Shah joins Jen to talk about the Gubernatorial Recall Election taking place tomorrow. Wake Up Call Wigglers sponsor for the Wiggle Waggle Walk taking place in Pasadena this Sunday DeeDee Fried comes on the show to talk with Jen about her company and Sunday's event. Korrina Domingo, Founder and Director of the Cougar Conservancy joins the show to talk about her foundation and what they're doing to help animals.
The 20th Anniversary of September 11th, 2001
September 10, 2021 13:28 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. With the 20th Anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001 lingering, Melissa Giller, Chief Marketing Officer at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute joins the show to provide details around the anniversary event happening at the Ronald Reagan Library this Saturday in Simi Valley. Jen also teases KFI Reporter' Steve Gregory's special airing twice on Saturday and will be a 6-part podcast. The House W...
Bacon-Wrapped Cheese and Pickles?! A Mini Fairplex is Happening This Weekend!
September 09, 2021 13:41 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. The Chief of the World Health Organization has halted booster shots for the rest of the year. Fairplex Interim CEO Walter Marquez joins the show to talk about the bite-sized fair happening this weekend.
It's Jen's Birthday!
September 08, 2021 13:29 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call and today is her birthday! As the 20-Year Anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks looms, two new ID's of 9/11 victims have been announced. It's 'Wired Wednesday' with Rich DeMuro, where he and Jen talk about Apple's upcoming event, Twitter and Hulu. Jane Wells joins the show for 'Biz Buzz' to discuss California's economy and the Recall Election, the Elizabeth Holmes trial that begins today, SpaceX and KFC's chicken tende...
Get Back to Work, You Mouse-Jiggler
September 07, 2021 13:27 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. The Taliban has claimed victory over the last pocket of resistance, making its overthrow of Afghanistan complete. Companies are using Bossware and Tattleware to combat the mouse-jigglers that are working from home but aren't performing the same as they would be if they were at the office.
Labor Day Hot Dog Trivia!
September 06, 2021 13:23 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning, Labor Day Wake Up Call! She and the Morning Crew play a game of Hot Dog Trivia - you won't believe how many are consumed across the United States! Founder and CEO of the Illumination Foundation Paul Leon joins the show to talk with Jen about how his foundation is assisting the homeless, both adults and children.
Hurricane Ida Aftershock in the Northeast
September 03, 2021 13:40 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee to provide your Friday morning Wake Up Call. The remnants of Hurricane Ida wreaked havoc on the Northeast, leaving large portions under water and many dead. There's optimism for jobs numbers in August but many are still wary of a downside. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp joins Laila to talk about power tools for the every-day DIYer. And Jason Nathanson comes on the show for this week's Entertainment Report.
Controversy In Texas
September 02, 2021 13:44 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBLaila Muhammad fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee to provide your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki can't offer any concrete steps from the White House on women's rights as Texas moves ahead with new abortion restrictions. And the cost of the military equipment left behind in Afghanistan is staggering.
Jane Wells is Back & 'Wired Wednesday' with Rich DeMuro!
September 01, 2021 13:42 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Conor Finnegan makes an appearance on the show to relay a state department official's recollection of their time spent at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan. The Tech Guy Rich DeMuro joins Jen to provide updates on the new Windows software, tiny homes and drones that have delivered chickens in Australia. Jane Wells is back from Peru and shares her experiences while also providing updates on the economy over there in addition to some...
Farewell, Afghanistan
August 31, 2021 13:26 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan joins the show live from New Orleans, where "many more confirmed fatalities" are expected in the coming days. Europe has removed the U.S. from the safe travel list. And the U.S. was unable to get everyone out of Afghanistan; some chose to stay.
Hurricane Ida Strikes New Orleans
August 30, 2021 13:31 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Hurricane Ida has battered the Louisiana coastline - one fatality has been reported and the city of New Orleans is without power. The U.S. says a drone strike has killed "multiple suicide bombers" in Afghanistan.
Super Sexy Granny Flats
August 27, 2021 13:33 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. At least 13 US Service Members were killed in the dual-explosion outside the Kabul airport in Afghanistan yesterday. The House Whisperer Dean Sharp joins Jen to talk about ADU's (Accessory Dwelling Units) and the best way to go about expanding your living space. And Jason Nathanson joins the bottom segment of the show to provide his Entertainment Report.
Happy National Dog Day!
August 26, 2021 13:21 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Emails show Capitol police were warned about the January 6th insurrection - ABC's Aaron Katersky joins Jen to talk about it. The Pasadena Humane Society's Wiggle Waggle Walk is coming! Their Vice President of Communications Jack Hagerman comes on the show to highlight the event.
The COVID Surge Continues (Again)
August 25, 2021 13:24 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Guest Tom Rivers joins Jen to talk about the Taliban doubling down in their press conference, as they're no longer allowing evacuations out of Kabul. KFI's own Steve Gregory's piece with Captain Dale Dye on the fall of Afghanistan and it's similarity to the fall of Saigon in 1975 continues in Part III. Aaron Katersky joins the show to discuss the possibility of more vaccine requirements on the horizon.
Pumpkin Spice Season is Back!
August 24, 2021 13:31 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Tuesday morning Wake Up Call. She airs Part II of KFI's Steve Gregory's special where he's joined by Captain Dale Dye to cover the collapse of Afghanistan. Giles Rhys Jones, Chief Marketing Officer of the location app What 3 Words joins Jen to talk about the app coming to your phone. And Tom Rivers comes on the show to talk about the ramifications of the U.S. leaving Afghanistan, and how Britain would have to follow suit.
The Fall and Fall of Afghanistan
August 23, 2021 13:27 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. Steve Gregory shares a piece where he spoke with KFI's Military Expert Captain Dale Dye about the fall of Afghanistan, including a comparison to the fall of Saigon in 1975. Jay Ratliff joins the show to talk about how the Pentagon has ordered six airlines into service for continued Afghan evacuation.
1967 Cougars
August 20, 2021 13:29 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call. Karen Travers stops by to give an update on the White House and Afghanistan. ABC 7's Dave Kunz joins the show to talk about this sunday's San Marino Classic Car Show. The House Whisperer himself Dean Sharp comes on for this week's segment of Jen and The House Whisperer, where he and Jen talk about transitioning your garden from Summer to Fall. And Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo joins Jen to talk about this COVID-19 restaurant rating system.
COVID Crackdown
August 19, 2021 13:31 - 41 minutes - 38 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Thursday morning Wake Up Call. Those working in nursing homes assisting people on Medicare or Medicaid will be required to get vaccinated. Rory Groves, Author of Durable Trades joins Jen to talk about his book and the 3 steps you can take to do more meaningful work. Graham Grieve comes on the show - he co-founded the California-based startup Trace Innovations, which enables schools and businesses to rapidly trace contact related to COVID.