Get the latest in news, local events & more from KFI AM 640 reporter, Heather Brooker!Full Bio
Get the latest in news, local events & more from KFI AM 640 reporter, Heather Brooker!Full Bio
What should you watch this weekend? Heather Brooker joins Gary and Shannon to break down three new movies hitting theaters: “Resident Evil,” “Tiny Fugitives,” and “The Weight.”
Zach Cregger puts a fresh spin on the Resident Evil horror franchise, Johnny Knoxville takes on a group of foul-mouthed kids in the Superbad-esque comedy Tiny Fugitives, and Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe head into Depression-era danger in The Weight. Plus, which movies are earning strong reviews and what you need to know before heading to the theater.
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Paramount is threatening to leave California within 48 hours as its proposed $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery faces an antitrust fight and a costly Oct. 1 deadline that could add roughly $7 million a day to the deal.
KFI's entertainment reporter Heather Brooker talks with economist Kevin Klowden, senior fellow at the Milken Institute and managing director of Melcene Advisory, about how serious Paramount’s threat is, what a move could mean for thousands of California entertainment jobs, and whether Hollywood’s massive production ecosystem can really be recreated somewhere else.
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KFI Live with Heather Brooker (09/13) - Heather Brooker gets you ready for the 2026 Emmy Awards with a look at the biggest races, predictions and stars to watch on TV’s biggest night. Plus, America’s Got Talent standout comedian Daniel Alvarez joins Heather to talk about his AGT journey, his talent and what comes next. And KFI LIVE rounds up the biggest entertainment and news headlines making waves this week. It’s interviews, pop culture and the stories everyone’s talking about on KFI LIVE with Heather Brooker.
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What do you give an Emmy nominee who can already buy just about anything? Distinctive Assets founder Lash Fary takes us inside the Official Emmys ® Giving Suite, revealing the luxury swag, high-tech gadgets and wonderfully weird gifts waiting backstage for television’s biggest stars. And how all that celebrity gifting helps support the next generation of storytellers.
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KFI's Heather Brooker joins Gary and Shannon to break down the biggest races and predictions ahead of the 2026 Emmy Awards, including the shows and stars poised for a big night.
Plus, Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reunite nearly 30 years later for Practical Magic 2 but is the long-awaited sequel worth the wait? And Hollywood gives us one of its most confusing release showdowns yet: Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson star in Runner, while Gal Gadot stars in the completely unrelated The Runner. Yes, they’re two different action movies. Yes, they’re being released at almost the exact same time. Heather sorts it all out on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker.
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L.A. City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian joins KFI’s Heather Brooker to discuss the city’s new committee focused on reversing the decline in local film and TV production. Nazarian explains how the committee will tackle permitting delays and red tape, hold city departments accountable, and work alongside LA Mayor Karen Bass’s existing efforts to keep Hollywood home.
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KFI Live with Heather Brooker (09/06) - It’s a packed KFI Live with Heather Brooker! Bruce Campbell talks about his deeply personal new movie Ernie & Emma and why he’s taking Hollywood into his own hands. UCLA's Dr. Yalda Uhls breaks down new research on how Gen Z and Gen Alpha are approaching religion, faith and spirituality. Plus, Heather gets a one-on-one with The Mandalorian and Grogu to get the scoop on their friendship and their movie, now on Disney+.
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This week on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, we’re talking movies, mischief and one unexpectedly controversial tattoo! Heather dives into the new Mark Wahlberg film, By Any Means, plus the creepy new flick Buddy and Bruce Campbell's passion project, Ernie & Emma.
And somehow, Heather’s tattoo lands her in hot water. Get the latest entertainment news, movie talk and plenty of laughs on this episode of Entertain Me.
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Bruce Campbell joins Heather Brooker to talk about his deeply personal new film, Ernie & Emma. Campbell wrote, directed, produced and stars in the bittersweet story of a widower following his late wife’s final instructions and learning how to move forward after loss.
The Evil Dead icon discusses returning to his independent filmmaking roots, financing the movie with his wife, Ida Gearon, and why he calls Ernie & Emma a “sunrise story.” He also explains the unexpected connection between his character being known as “The Pear Guy” and his own lifelong association with Ash Williams.
Plus, Campbell shares why he is taking the film directly to fans through a nationwide screening tour at the Alamo Drafthouse featuring in-person introductions and audience conversations.
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