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“Tiger mom” parenting boosts teens’ cognitive skills but undermines emotional development / Why do we pressure our kids to do activities over celebrating a friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Passenger arrested for ‘smacking’ boy who called her ‘fat’ and ‘Miss Piggy’ / Pigeons board a Delta flight / Sick dog forces plane to make emergency landing / & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins Wake Up Call for ‘Wired Wednesday’! Rich talks about What’s App for the iPad, NotebookLM App, Samsung Galaxy Edge, and money saving websites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “What’s Up” with regular guest contributor Nick Pagliochini delving into everything the Southland has to offer; from ‘Monsterpalooza’ in Pasadena and the ‘Outloud Music Festival’ in West Hollywood, to the ‘Beaumont Cherry Festival’ and MORE…Don’t miss a thing, check out @NickPagliochini and @ThisWeekendWithNick for all the details - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Regular guest contributor & Associate Director of Communications for VIZIO, Chris Woolsey joins the program to share the latest offerings from VIZIO’s ‘Watch Free+’ including “Free Action Flicks in May” (xXx – 2002, Man on Fire, The Mask of Zorro) & “Free Blockbusters in June” (Seven, Takers, Smokin’ Aces) - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon discuss the Idaho Murders on True Crime Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KFI & KTLA tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Google I/O, Jony Ive & OpenAI, a handy gadget alert, and Samsung’s new Galaxy S25 Edge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard about Trump’s proposed no taxes on tips and renting instead of buying.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk Kraft/Heinz spending $3BIL on U.S. manufacturing facilities, dining where Walt Disney dined, ‘Snackle Box,’ and FREE burgers at Burger King.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memorial Day travel is projected to beat a 20-year-old record high this year, according to newly released AAA data. Quit flying off to exotic places.  Stay closer to home.  The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. In the days following missing camper Tiffany Slaton’s rescue from the Sierra National Forest, what began as a heartwarming tale of a woman surviving against all odds has been tinged by a chorus of online skeptics questioning the hiker and her family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Trump administration has canceled $33 million worth of federal funds meant to help pay for earthquake retrofits in California — sparking “grave concern” and a call to reconsider from one of the state’s highest elected officials. Los Angeles hotel operators are threatening to withdraw from agreements to provide discounted rooms for the 2028 Olympic Games over a city ordinance that will significantly boost the minimum wage for hotel and airport workers. American travelers plan to take shorter trips this summer, with 41% surveyed taking a trip of three nights or fewer compared with 37% last year, according to a Deloitte report. More than half of Americans expect to spend less on fun expenses — like entertainment, travel and eating out. Nearly two-thirds of Americans say they think a recession is coming, according to a new survey from LendingTree. In the survey, conducted in April, 47 percent of respondents say they think a recession is coming in the next six months, while 15 percent say they think a recessio

News of note from Tinsel Town and beyond. According to the study from FlashPicks, no California NFL stadium is any good for surviving a “Last of Us” style dystopia. Open roofs, field turf and too many entrances and exits make it a liability.  But we are still better than Seattle. Stories that make you say “Hmmmm?” that didn’t fit neatly into any other spot on the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A potentially record-breaking travel rush for Memorial Day weekend is beginning in Southern California. Additionally, some of the dirtiest beaches in California are here. Newsom, Bass, and Park have unveiled a security plan for the reopening of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). If you're still waiting for your IRS refund check in California, it might be up for sale on the dark web.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which popular college major has one of the highest unemployment rates? The US Treasury has confirmed the end of the penny. The Pacific Coast Highway is a legendary route that is always in need of repair. An economic disaster has struck Malibu. Here’s what’s happening in world news: You should unplug these kitchen appliances after each use to avoid potential hazards. Cross with Merrill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael dives into the winners and losers of the new city budget in Los Angeles: many jobs have been saved but others are still at risk. City council members spoke passionately for the budget and against it, with some saying the slow-down of police hiring and elimination of proposed new fire department positions puts the public at risk. Plus, Michael gets advice from listeners on what to do on Catalina Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LA city council lays off employees and asks union workers to delay their promised pay raises while at the same time demanding that hotels and airport businesses pay their workers a minimum wage of $30 an hour. Those businesses say they can't afford it and now some Olympic plans are in jeopardy. LA Metro promises to spend more money on security and cleanliness on its trains and buses, and at its stations. Plus, more tips from listeners on the best way to enjoy Catalina Island ahead of Michael's day trip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live and Local News. Original Pantry cooks find a new home — and loyal customers — at East LA taco spot. Labubu love runs deep in Boyle Heights — and it’s boosting business for local vendors; Labubu is causing pandemonium in stores. Hannah Kobayashi, Maui woman who disappeared after landing at LAX, speaks out. Hordes of food delivery drivers wreaking havoc on L.A. neighborhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Airbnb is cracking down on partiers during Memorial Day Weekend, Best things to do Memorial Day weekend in LA and Southern California. Deeper Dives- The popularity of Buy Now, Pay Later. The Evolution of Buy Now, Pay Later. Why are more shoppers struggling to repay ‘buy now, pay later’ loans? What In the World News. The 89 illegal baby names that have been officially banned in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Neil is joined by special guest Wing Lam, co-founder of Wahoo’s Fish Taco, to dish on the highly anticipated LA Food & Wine Festival kicking off May 31st at Harry Bridges Memorial Park in Long Beach, California. Tune in as they talk food, culture, and what makes this year’s event one you won’t want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Fork Report, Neil Saavedra serves up his Technique of the Week—grilling the perfect ribs! From cleaning and prepping to mastering indirect heat, Neil covers everything you need to know to elevate your rib game. He also dives into the importance of internal temperature and why patience is key to that fall-off-the-bone goodness. Whether you're a backyard beginner or a seasoned grill master, this episode has the juicy tips you’ve been craving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.