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Monks & Merrill

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Monks & Merrill, with Michael Monks and Chris Merrill.

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October 2 · 34 min
Space, Science & Scandal: Google’s Suncatcher Takes Off as Anaheim Faces New Controversy
Hour 2 -The Monks and Merrill Show, we’re going from the cutting edge of space technology to controversy on the ground in Southern California. Google’s Project Suncatcher is officially headed to space—what could the future of computing look like beyond Earth? CSUN Professor Chhandak Basu joins us to discuss his NASA-funded research into how leafy greens grow and microbes survive in space. Then, we turn to Anaheim, where a new claim against the city and mayor alleges harassment, racist remarks and failures in the city’s response. Plus, we look back at the city’s ongoing efforts to rebuild public trust following the Harry Sidhu corruption scandal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 2 · 32 min
Billions, Rebuilding & Rising Taxes: Who Pays the Price in L.A.?
Hour 3 - We break down Southern California’s latest headlines. Southern California Edison is offering more than $1 billion in compensation to community members impacted by the Eaton Fire. Plus, Altadena fire survivors are pushing for SB 1090, seeking to limit high-density rebuilding. Guest Shawna Dawson Beer of Beautiful Altadena joins us to discuss the fight over what rebuilding should look like. And as Los Angeles County’s sales tax reaches 10.25%, we take a closer look at how the county got here—and why Measure ER is only one part of the story behind L.A.’s growing sales-tax burden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 1 · 34 min
HILTON vs. BECERRA: Breaking Down the Governor’s Debate, Bass & Raman Polls, and Newsom’s Newsroom Tax Credits
Hour 1 - Jayson Campadonia joins Michael Monks and Chris Merrill to break down the latest California governor’s debate between Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra, along with new polling involving L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman. Plus, Gov. Gavin Newsom signs AB 2222, creating refundable tax credits for qualifying California news organizations to help retain and hire journalists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 1 · 34 min
The Limits of AI “Self-Policing” & How It’s Changing California Schools
Hour 2 - Anthropic is preparing to go public as concerns over AI safety and oversight continue to grow. Is “self-policing” enough as AI rapidly evolves? Plus, guest Rishaan Marwaha joins Michael Monks and Chris Merrill to discuss how AI is impacting schools and students—and how California higher education is responding to the rapid changes brought by artificial intelligence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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October 1 · 35 min
Triple-Digit Heat, Airshows & LA28
Hour 3 - Los Angeles is preparing for another blast of extreme heat, with triple-digit temperatures expected this weekend. Plus, LA28 is considering event cancellation insurance, the Huntington Beach Airshow takes to the skies, and Airshow CEO and creator Kevin Elliot joins Michael Monks and Chris Merrill to talk about this weekend’s big aviation event. And Gov. Gavin Newsom makes a very public bridge-climbing appearance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 30 · 32 min
Israel in Focus: Plane Incident, Bass & Raman at the Mayoral Forum
Hour 1- Monks and Merrill are covering the latest in Israel and the Israeli plane incident with ABC News' Rich Frankel. PLUS Bass and Raman address the Jewish Angelinos at the Mayoral forum, and we have the audio and MORE on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 30 · 31 min
Earthquake Threat: Are SoCal Emergency Services Ready?
Hour 2- Monks and Merrill are covering the earthquakes in SoCal. Will they overwhelm emergency serves and trigger fires? We deep dive. PLUS we talk to Fire Chief, Will Sapeta, about what fire preventative measures. AND we are talking to Dr. Gary Griggs about saving coastal homes from the El Nino and MORE on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 30 · 32 min
Where to Buy a SoCal Home for Under $1 Million
Hour 3- Monks and Merrill are teaching you when and where is buy a home for under $1 million. Ojai may give a tax cut if you get a second homes. PLUS the venomous African viper in Santa Ana was AI? We explain on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 29 · 36 min
Coastlines, Forests & Communities
Hour 1 - Monks & Merrill explore long-term solutions to California’s coastal and environmental challenges—from a bold plan to move sand in Long Beach to a debate over beach access and erosion in Humboldt County. They also discuss the potential impact of changes to federal roadless-area protections with Melanie Schlotterbeck of Hills for Everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 29 · 31 min
Olympics, Infrastructure & the Cost to LA
Hour 2 - Monks & Merrill take a hard look at Los Angeles’ preparations for the 2028 Olympics. They examine the city’s projected costs and promised economic benefits, question transparency around the $7.26 billion Olympic spending plan, and explore concerns about infrastructure, public safety, cleanliness, and who could ultimately pay for cost overruns. They also highlight activist Jonathan Hale’s unusual fight to get the city to fix neglected crosswalks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 29 · 31 min
The Quarry Fight Comes to Wrightwood
Hour 3 - Monks and Merrill discuss Wrightwood's fight against a proposed quarry they say they never saw coming. They examine California’s new rules for nearly one million English learners, debate what should happen to roads, parks, and monuments named for Cesar Chavez, and preview a Los Angeles mayoral forum featuring Karen Bass and Nithya Raman hosted by Jewish community groups. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 28 · 34 min
Hurricanes, Heat & High Gas Prices
Hour 1- Weather and gas prices are out of control! On Monks and Merrill we are covering Hurricane Polo, the El Nino, and the Pacific Surfliner. PLUS we are talking to Gas Buddy's very own Patrick Dehaan about the current gas prices and possible relief on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 28 · 33 min
Cameras on the Bus & the Latest on COVID
Hour 2- Monks and Merrill are covering the latest with cameras in SoCal. DASH buses may be getting cameras. PLUS Mark Rahner is joining the show to talk COVID. AND a Measure ER update right here on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 28 · 31 min
IE Costs, California Crops & LA Politics
Hour 3- IE may be just expensive as LA when it comes to cost of living. We break it down on Monks and Merrill. PLUS California farmers are struggling to sale grapes, the Democratic Socialists of America are gaining members, AND Nithya Raman still leading Karen Bass in the latest major poll. All this and MORE on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 27 · 36 min
4 Day Work Week + Pronouns + Oil + Influencers
It's Saturday! You know what that means! MORE MONKS & MERRILL! What could a 4 day work week look like for different jobs? What are they/them pronouns and who is using them? Why can't you sue oil companies in a civil suit? Influencers in politics are a sneaky way for politicians to advertise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 27 · 36 min
Mayor Karen Bass Interview + Steve Hilton Interview
Saturday rolls around once again! It's time for MORE Monks & Merrill! This week, Mayor Karen Bass returns to KFI and sits down with our fellas. Later, California Gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton calls in for an interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 25 · 28 min
A Fire That Won’t Quit, Interview Red Flags & Retail Ghosts
HOUR 1 (09/25) - Monks & Merrill fill in for Gary & Shannon as La Verne’s battery-storage fire keeps hundreds of households evacuated—and explain why extinguishing the flames doesn’t end the danger. Then, iced coffee, tattoos and thank-you notes: which job-interview rules still matter? Plus, Spirit Halloween keeps moving into the stores we used to love. What does your neighborhood’s seasonal costume shop say about the business that came before it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 25 · 28 min
Bianco’s Ballot Battle & Hollywood’s Next Act
HOUR 2 (09/25) - Monks & Merrill fill in for Gary & Shannon, breaking down Sheriff Chad Bianco’s defeat in California’s Supreme Court over his ballot seizure—and asking what evidence would actually restore voters’ trust in elections. Then, KFI’s Heather Brooker joins for Hollywood’s latest developments: another hurdle for the Paramount–Warner Bros. merger, a proposed federal film tax credit, and the new movies worth your time and money. Plus, what’s coming in the Avengers universe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 25 · 31 min
Treatment Promises, Broken Fridges & Florida Chaos
HOUR 3 (09/25) - Monks & Merrill fill in for Gary & Shannon as San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan joins to discuss Proposition 36’s treatment promise, and why people are falling through the cracks. Then, the latest headlines in #WhatsHappening before a helping of 10 News Nuggies: Kraft Dinner soda, Sweden’s campaign to make people less polite, and a smart-fridge update that leaves owners with spoiled food. Plus, Florida delivers cash-flinging police chases, a selfie-stick attack and road rage involving vegan mayonnaise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 25 · 28 min
Protection Pending & the Battle for Your Lane
HOUR 4 (09/25) - Monks & Merrill start their own show (after filling-in for Gary & Shannon), examining why so many restraining-order requests stall in L.A. County. Paula Savage from the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles joins to explain the obstacles facing survivors—and what happens after a judge signs an order. Then, a wealthy Raman supporter puts bike lanes in the mayoral-race spotlight. Plus, Long Beach’s nearly $65 million street makeover: residents wanted potholes fixed, but they’re getting a much bigger redesign. Who benefits, and who’s stuck waiting behind the bus? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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