Wake Up Call with Amy King
2,174 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 22 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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You're So Golden
August 18, 2021 13:23 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Wednesday morning Wake Up Call. Rich DeMuro, the Tech Guy, joins Jen to talk about the new Google Pixel phone and Samsung's newest foldable phones. Author George Geary comes on the show to talk about his book "Made in California: The California-born Burger Joints, Diners, Fast Food Restaurants that Changed America" and also shares his history as a baker working at Disneyland. Additionally, George is the creator of a famous cheesecake!
Okay But Whose Fault Is It?
August 17, 2021 13:27 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. President Biden announced yesterday that he stands pat on his decision to fully remove U.S. forces from Afghanistan, which ultimately resulted in the Taliban's takeover. But with the fall of the nation, is the terror threat renewed? And when was the last time you tipped cash? Jen and the crew discuss physical vs. digital gratuities.
Afghanistan's in Disarray
August 16, 2021 13:35 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call as she highlights the turmoil in Afghanistan and tragic destruction strikes again in Haiti; a 7.2 earthquake struck on Saturday.
iHop's Raising the 'Bar'
August 13, 2021 13:44 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your Friday morning Wake Up Call and talks with Dean Sharp about new things becoming available to upgrade your home, and Jason Nathanson about new things coming to theaters and streaming services!
McFlurry? More Like McBroken All The Time!
August 12, 2021 13:26 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. We now know the reason why the McFlurry machine is always broken, and it might add fuel to the fire. Inflation has prices continuing to soar and Jen tells you what's next in line to become more expensive sooner rather than later. Gavin Newsom has finally started to show signs of fatigue in his latest interview.
Get Ready to Start Talking to Your Television
August 11, 2021 13:33 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. Aaron Katersky joins her to discuss the resignation of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. It's 'Wired Wednesday' with Rich DeMuro! He talks with Jen about the upcoming iPhone, TCL's Google TV's and ways to make your Google searches more effective. CNBC Special Correspondent joins the back end of the segment to highlight the gap between available jobs and the unemployed.
Did Somebody Say Free Pizza? It Was Us. We Said It.
August 10, 2021 13:31 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. COVID vaccines are going to be required for members of the military under a new U.S. plan. Domino's is giving away $50 million of free pizza in an attempt to take on DoorDash. The Senate is expected to move forward in passing a bipartisan infrastructure bill worth $3.5 trillion.
You Hear That? Bears!
August 09, 2021 13:30 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. President Biden's beach vacation was delayed by the Senate's wrangling over his $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. The Executive Assistant of Andrew Cuomo who accused him of groping her has spoken out publicly for the first time. A 125lb black bear was found roaming the aisles of a Porter Ranch Ralph's yesterday!
Pandemic Pet Struggles & Jen and the House Whisperer
August 06, 2021 13:25 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts your morning Wake Up Call. Vice President of Community Relations at the Pasadena Humane Society Jack Hagerman joins her to discuss how new pet owners who got an animal during the pandemic are experiencing buyer's remorse. Dean Sharp comes on the show for your weekly segment of Jen and the House Whisperer where the two talk about slabs of stone in your home - there are so many to choose from!
Water from the Source & a Look Into Andrew Cuomo
August 05, 2021 13:25 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts as she's joined by guests Elizabeth Schulze to discuss the U.S. considering requiring foreign visitors to be vaccinated, Mike Wade who's the Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition and Brad Garret, who joins Jen in discussing how a man like Andrew Cuomo comes to power and proceeds to abuse it.
Water from the Source and a Look Into Andrew Cuomo
August 05, 2021 13:25 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts as she's joined by guests Elizabeth Schulze to discuss the U.S. considering requiring foreign visitors to be vaccinated, Mike Wade who's the Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition and Brad Garret, who joins Jen in discussing how a man like Andrew Cuomo comes to power and proceeds to abuse it.
Booster Shots, Lyft & Broken World Records
August 04, 2021 13:42 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts as Dr. Simone Wildes joins to discuss vaccine booster shots following another COVID surge. Rich DeMuro comes on the show to talk about some new technology that might tickle your fancy. Jane Wells discusses with Jen Biden's approval ratings, Lyft's earnings milestone and a possible merger of the PAC-12 into a superconference. Jim Ryan joins from Tokyo for more updates.
Booster Shots, Lyft and Broken World Records
August 04, 2021 13:42 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts as Dr. Simone Wildes joins to discuss vaccine booster shots following another COVID surge. Rich DeMuro comes on the show to talk about some new technology that might tickle your fancy. Jane Wells discusses with Jen Biden's approval ratings, Lyft's earnings milestone and a possible merger of the PAC-12 into a superconference. Jim Ryan joins from Tokyo for more updates.
Eviction Moratorium & Immature Politicians
August 03, 2021 13:33 - 41 minutes - 38 MBJennifer Jones Lee provides an update on the expiration of the COVID-19 eviction moratorium - Elizabeth Schulze chimes in. Joined by Sarah Isgur, the two discuss the maturity levels of our politicians and the vaccine milestone the US reached a month before Biden's goal.
Excessive Heat Warnings & USA Gold
August 02, 2021 13:32 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee touches base with Aaron Katersky regarding another lockdown due to the surging COVID Delta Variant, Elizabeth Shulze with updates from D.C., and Jim Ryan from Tokyo with updates on the Olympics.
Excessive Heat Warnings and USA Gold
August 02, 2021 13:32 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee touches base with Aaron Katersky regarding another lockdown due to the surging COVID Delta Variant, Elizabeth Shulze with updates from D.C., and Jim Ryan from Tokyo with updates on the Olympics.
Surprise Tax Refunds & The House Whisperer
July 30, 2021 13:36 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBJennifer Jones Lee gives you a fresh pot of news on today's show, where she talks about how the IRS will be giving 1.5 million people a 'surprise' tax refund, a huge day for LA sports, an Olympics update from Jim Ryan in Tokyo, and The House Whisperer joins the show - it's Dean Sharp!
Best Friends Animal Society & Gun Violence
July 29, 2021 13:27 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts Michelle Sathe, the Public Relations Manager from the Best Friends Animal Society, as July 31st is National Mutt Day. A gun violence special from ABC's Alex Stone. Facebook will require returning employees in their US offices to be vaccinated.
Get Ready to Flex & Olympics Updates
July 28, 2021 13:33 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBJennifer Jones Lee hosts Rich DeMuro for 'Wired Wednesday,' Jane Wells for 'Biz Buzz,' and Jim Ryan from Tokyo for some updates on the Olympics.
More Olympics News & #FreeBritney
July 27, 2021 13:25 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBCalifornia State employees and health care workers who won't provide COVID vaccine proof will be required to get tested. Naomi Osaka has been eliminated from the Tokyo Olympics Tennis competition after being defeated in the 3rd round. Britney Spears' new attorney has sought to remove her father from conservatorship.
Wild Rain Appears and a New Furry Friend
July 26, 2021 13:25 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBWhile there were slight showers in the forecast, L.A. woke up to more rain this morning than anticipated. Jennifer added a new family member over the weekend. COVID cases continue to rise as hospitalizations increase and the CDC may back wearing face masks...again.
Wild Rain Appears & a New Furry Friend
July 26, 2021 13:25 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBWhile there were slight showers in the forecast, L.A. woke up to more rain this morning than anticipated. Jennifer added a new family member over the weekend. COVID cases continue to rise as hospitalizations increase and the CDC may back wearing face masks...again.
The Tokyo Olympics and The House Whisperer
July 23, 2021 13:37 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIt's your morning Wake Up Call with Jennifer Jones Lee! COVID cases continue to rise. Senate Democrats renew questions about FBI's probe of Brett Kavanaugh. Dean Sharp joins Jen to talk about some house history.
The Tokyo Olympics & The House Whisperer
July 23, 2021 13:37 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIt's your morning Wake Up Call with Jennifer Jones Lee! COVID cases continue to rise. Senate Democrats renew questions about FBI's probe of Brett Kavanaugh. Dean Sharp joins Jen to talk about some house history.
The Tokyo Olympics and Dean Sharp
July 23, 2021 13:37 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIt's your morning Wake Up Call with Jennifer Jones Lee! COVID cases continue to rise. Senate Democrats renew questions about FBI's probe of Brett Kavanaugh. Dean Sharp joins Jen to talk about some house history.
COVID Spikes & Wildfire Risk Prevention
July 22, 2021 13:26 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBL.A. County has seen yet another spike in positive Coronavirus cases with 2,551 new cases in one day. PG&E will spend billions of dollars to bury power lines in hopes of reducing wildfire risk. Dr. Tiffany Thompson, founder of Carma and owner of the Mission Park Pet Hospital joins the show,
Explosive Gender Reveals and Big Bucks
July 21, 2021 13:30 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBA couple is being charged with involuntary manslaughter after starting a fire with their gender reveal party that resulted in the death of a firefighter. The Milwaukee Bucks have won their first NBA Championship in 50 years. An update on the Tokyo Olympics.
Explosive Gender Reveals & Big Bucks
July 21, 2021 13:30 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBA couple is being charged with involuntary manslaughter after starting a fire with their gender reveal party that resulted in the death of a firefighter. The Milwaukee Bucks have won their first NBA Championship in 50 years. An update on the Tokyo Olympics.
Face Masks & Firework Mishaps
July 20, 2021 13:41 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBThe city of Pasadena is requiring all indoor patrons to wear masks regardless of their vaccination status. The firework explosion in South Los Angeles is under investigation after 'apparent miscalculation'. Fire-ravaged Oregon asks for outside help as extreme weather prompts officials to prepare for the worst.
Face Masks and Firework Mishaps
July 20, 2021 13:41 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBThe city of Pasadena is requiring all indoor patrons to wear masks regardless of their vaccination status. The firework explosion in South Los Angeles is under investigation after 'apparent miscalculation'. Fire-ravaged Oregon asks for outside help as extreme weather prompts officials to prepare for the worst.
Supreme Screamin'
July 19, 2021 13:52 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBOn this morning's show, Jen talks about L.A. County businesses and their scramble to accomodate the new mask mandate (again). A man climbed to the top of Knott's Berry Farm's Supreme Scream attraction. After shots were fired around the perimeter of National's Stadium in Washington, D.C., fans and team members frantically searched for safety.
Return of the Ma(s)k
July 16, 2021 13:32 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBLA County reinstates its mask mandate as COVID cases surge again. Jim Ryan joins Jen to talk about COVID's impact on the Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. The Orange County Fair returns! Fair Director of Communications Terry Moore comes on the show to talk about what's new and what's returning this year.
Unruly passengers!
July 15, 2021 13:29 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThere are a number of unruly airline passengers skyrocketing! The child tax credit rollout starts today. And, new words that dictionary.com has added!
To boost... or not to boost...
July 14, 2021 13:35 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBTHAT IS THE QUESTION. Do we need COVID-19 booster shots? President Biden blasts the GOP voting restrictions. And, a cheap $60 WiFi system?
A policy for Cuba?
July 13, 2021 13:31 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThe Biden administration still hasn't laid out the policy for Cuba. The W.H.O. pleads with rich countries to donate vaccines, instead of pushing boosters! And, voting rights are front and center today.
Feeling Hot Hot Hot!
July 12, 2021 13:48 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBRecord-high temperatures were experienced over the weekend. Richard Branson has gone to space and is now running a contest for you to get your chance to go as well! COVID cases are rising again as the Delta Variant continues to be an issue.
Not an option!
July 09, 2021 14:13 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB"The Status Quo was NOT an option." We have some business news heading into the weekend. And, how well will Marvel Studios' "Black Widow" do?
An unfortunate dramatic increase...
July 08, 2021 14:13 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBPolice in the crosshairs... There's a dramatic increase in police officers being murdered. A judge rules the United States Air Force mostly to blame in the 2017 church shooting. And, the search in the collapsed condo shifts from "rescue" to "recovery."
Another variant?!
July 07, 2021 13:30 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWhat do you need to know about the Lambda variant? Companies that insist you come back to the office may lose you to companies that are more flexible. And, there is a grave concern over Iran's uranium production.
Huge ransomware attack!
July 06, 2021 13:42 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBA fallout is continuing from the biggest global ransomware attack! Pope Francis is alert and breathing on his own after colon surgery. And, the search for Florida victims continues as the tropical storm conditions rage on.
Do as Amy says, not as she didn't do.
July 05, 2021 14:08 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBAmy King fills in for Jennifer Jones Lee this morning. She talks about her fight with cancer back in 2020 and how YOU can take steps to avoid this type of cancer. We have some travel tips for the summer and fall. And, what do you do if your pet(s) got lost post 4th of July? We have some tips to help you.
Holiday Weekend here we come!
July 02, 2021 13:46 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThe W.H.O. warns a third COVID-19 wave in Europe is possible. Firework celebrations are back this year for Independence Day! And, we have your weekend entertainment report! There's a lot to watch this weekend.
Overturned on a technicality?!
July 01, 2021 13:36 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBBill Cosby's sexual assault conviction gets overturned on a technicality! The Miami surfside building collapse's death toll is now at 18. And, some safety tips to protect your pets this Independence Day.
The fight is on!
June 30, 2021 13:31 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBThe fight against the COVID-19 Delta variant is on! Facebook's newsletter platform bulletin is now LIVE. And, a new political party stakes out its ground.
Visiting the border!
June 29, 2021 13:38 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBVice President Kamala Harris visits the border as President Biden faulters on immigration. Americans are eagerly anticipating the nation's birthday. And, the Miami building collapse death toll rises to ten as the search and rescue efforts continue.
The death toll rises...
June 28, 2021 13:40 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBThe Miami surfside building collapse death toll has risen to nine. Americans are returning to the operating room and the Red Cross is worried! And, there's a statement that understandably upset some Republicans.
The sentencing is today.
June 25, 2021 13:45 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBFormer Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, gets sentenced today! There's a new deal at the White House! And, we have some business to get to.
A collapse in Miami Beach...
June 24, 2021 13:41 - 42 minutes - 39 MBA multi-story building partially collapses near Miami Beach! John McAfee, an embattled software developer, has been found dead in a Spanish jail. And, Britney Spears went off! She says, "I just want my life back."
Vaccinate the kids.
June 23, 2021 13:36 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHow do we convince our kids to get vaccinated? Is it more important than ever? Biden is talking gun violence! And, the U.S. took down more Iran-linked news sites.
Expecting to fall short...
June 22, 2021 13:27 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThe Biden administration is expected to fall short of shipping 80million COVID-19 vaccine doses. And, the SCOTUS rules against the NCAA caps on student-athlete education-related gifts and benefits.