Hour 2 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, hosts Michael and Chris are joined by Steve Hilton, the leading candidate for California governor. Steve shares his vision for the state, including cutting gas prices, reducing utility bills, and lowering taxes. He explains how he plans to achieve these goals, citing the state's abundant oil reserves and the need to cut bureaucratic red tape. Steve also discusses his plans for education, including freezing in-state tuition and rolling out three-year degree options.

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Hour 3 - In this episode of Monks and Merrill, Michael and Chris discuss the latest developments in the Los Angeles mayoral race. They dive into the controversy surrounding the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association's debate, where only two candidates, Mayor Bass and Councilwoman Ramen, were invited to participate. They also discuss the recent allegations against State Farm, which has been accused of mishandling wildfire claims in California. The conversation touches on the complexities of insurance companies and the challenges faced by homeowners in the state.

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Monks and Merrill are talking to LA City Controller candidate Zach Sokoloff about his race. PLUS what is LA's logo? We get into the benefits of having a unified logo for the city. It's all on KFIAM-640.

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Monks and Merrill are talking to News Nation's Mills Hayes about the sudden shut down of Spirit Airlines. PLUS we are talking to AG candidate Michael Gates. AND all things 2028 Olympics. Are we ready? We get into it on KFIAM-640. 

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Monks and Merrill are talking to Michael Schneider of streets for all about the insane cost gap in LA. PLUS are the sidewalks accessible for the disabled? They're supposed to be. AND all things High Speed Rail Project. We get into all that and more on KFIAM-640.

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More Monks and Merrill Hour 1 (05/02) - The New York Times column looks at how "end times" thinking moved from church sermons and prophecy paperbacks into American politics, conspiracy culture and even foreign policy language. A new NBC Decision Desk poll finds nearly half of adults ages 18-29 say they would rather live in the past than the present or future. West Hollywood is moving forward toward legal recognition and anti-discrimination protections for polyamorous and other nontraditional families. The New York Post story points to the American Lung Association's 2026 "Sate of the Air" report, which finds California still dominates the country's worst air pollution rankings.

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More Monks and Merrill Hour 2 (05/02) - Susan Shelly, Vice President of Communications in the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association joins the show to discuss the anti-mansion tax. LA’s biggest money fight as guest Joseph Donlin, Director of United to House LA, breaks down the high-stakes push to roll back the controversial “mansion tax” and why a statewide measure heading for November isn’t a done deal yet. State Sen. Roger Niello joins to break down his push to curb lawsuit abuse after a single individual filed nearly 1,800 disability lawsuits against Southern California small businesses—sparking outrage among shop owners. Plus - fireworks or drones? We talk to Sgt. Frank Garza about Placentia's strict fireworks law and we ask you what you prefer.

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Hour 1- Chris Merrill is flying solo today and he is covering gas prices. CA gas prices are still out of control and we check in with Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.com to help you find the cheapest gas locations. PLUS we check in with Heather Brooker about LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia and his claims about fraud, waste, and abuse and the need for more auditors. It's all on KFIAM-640.

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Hour 2 - All Chris Merrill and no Michael Monks and he is covering the question fireworks or drones? We talk to Sgt. Frank Garza about Placentia's strict fireworks law and we ask you what you prefer. All that and more on KFIAM-640.

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