The show welcomes legendary horse trainer Doug O’Neill, a two-time Kentucky Derby winner, with excitement building for the upcoming opening of Santa Anita Park. Pop culture takes over with discussion of the latest episodes of Taylor Swift’s docu-series, highlighting her relationship with Travis Kelce and a fun NFL connection through Eras Tour dancer Kameron Saunders and his brother, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Khalen Saunders. The conversation then turns to viral news as Kristin Cabot breaks her silence about the Coldplay concert kiss-cam moment, addressing accountability and the personal cost of her actions. The hour wraps with Rob Reiner sharing a heartfelt story about how meeting his wife inspired him to change the ending of the classic film When Harry Met Sally. 

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The show kicks off with holiday chaos as Christmas approaches—Costco crowds, impossible parking, cart etiquette gone wrong, and a warning that Cart Narcs are on patrol, plus talk of incoming rain and classic Conway-style riffs. Michael Monks joins with insight on L.A. County’s declining population and a surprise update out of Kentucky. The conversation shifts to pop culture with news of Bowen Yang potentially leaving SNL, a shoutout to Las Culturistas, and Conway throwing a flag during a spirited Costco debate—including where the largest Costco is and whether Torrance holds the crown. The episode wraps with timely advice on how to avoid heart attacks during the holiday season.

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 The show kicks off with talk of a Rams watch party and whether the team is truly legit this season. There’s also a local heads-up for Cerritos residents about rising sewage fees, along with practical advice on which bills you should never skip—spoiler: pay your water bill. 

Michael Monks joins in with his unique take on downtown LA, offering a darkly humorous “weathervane” observation from Skid Row that signals the arrival of winter. The conversation also touches on Burbank’s decision not to pursue litigation over Warner Bros.’ sale to Netflix. 

Conway then shares memories of his former partner Doug Steckler, including why Steckler despised New Year’s and a hilarious story involving the “Husky section” at Montgomery Ward—one of many classic Steckler moments. 

The episode wraps with Eric Lisardo’s special “Conway Christmas” segment featuring the signature “Dinga DONGA,” updates from Nick Reiner, and commentary from a defense lawyer weighing in on who hired attorney Alan Jackson. 

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The show opens with Conway thanking listeners for the iconic Ding Dong socks before diving into a bizarre and serious story involving a man arrested for stealing a plane at Van Nuys Airport. Conway shares a glass-half-full take on crime, joking that if you make it home without being robbed, you’re already winning, while also reflecting on the idea that the most dangerous people may be those with nothing left to lose.  

The conversation turns darker with coverage of a Clovis case in which a son is accused of planning his parents’ murder for weeks. On a lighter note, Conway offers a consumer warning, calling big-screen curved TVs nothing more than a gimmick and advising listeners to skip them.  

Local breaking news follows with reports of a possible stabbing at Westfield Topanga Mall and a shooting investigation in Hollywood. Petros Papadakis joins the show, bringing laughs and insight, including talk about TV makeup and podcast life.  

The episode wraps up with Conway and Petros announcing they’re giving away their accumulated swag to listeners, turning the show into a full-on giveaway celebration. 

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The hour opens with more from Petros Papadakis, including laughs over favorite guilty-pleasure restaurants and Petros’ unfiltered take on Nick Reiner. The conversation blends sports, pop culture, and classic Conway-style banter. 

The show then shifts to major national news as Fox News reports the suspected shooter connected to the Brown University case was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside a storage facility in Salem, New Hampshire. Additional details later emerge during a news conference confirming the same outcome. 

Dean Sharp, the House Whisperer, joins the program to discuss the state beginning repair work on an abandoned oil well in Newport Beach that has left a nearby home red-tagged indefinitely. Dean explains why issues like this are far more common in California than many people realize and also weighs in on the upcoming 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with smart home-focused ideas. 

The hour wraps with local and pop culture highlights, including congratulations to Beckman High School football head coach Marcello Giuliano on being named Coach of the Year, recognition for Makhi Czaykowski earning Second Team All-County honors, discussion about the Oscars moving toward YouTube, and a celebration of A Charlie Brown Christmas marking its 60th anniversary. 

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  Michael Monks reports on Nick Reiner’s first court appearance since the murder of his parents. Reiner appeared in a suicide prevention of smock and shackles and waived his right to a speedy arraignment, as his attorney Alan Jackson requested a continuance until January 7. The report also covers reactions from those who knew the Reiner family, who said they did not believe Nick was violent, and notes broader discussion about cases involving children killing their parents. A statement released by Jake and Romy Reiner is referenced, along with details about the night of the murders, including why LAPD waited for a search warrant under California law. The segment also mentions the Reiner family’s significant wealth and includes local context from Christmas Eve weather in the San Fernando Valley.

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 The Powerball jackpot surges to an eye-popping $1.25 billion, and we break down what winners need to know about lump-sum versus annuity payment options and the tight deadlines for making that choice. Tim shares a personal moment as he balances caring for his sick daughter with trying an Egg McMuffin for the first time in 35 years, alongside thoughts on making California the envy of the country once again. We also dig into the rise of fake holiday gifts and how artificial intelligence is being used to spot counterfeit products. Plus, Dan Finder, better known as “Malibu Dan,” joins the show for a lively conversation.

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The program covered a press conference by President Trump focused on border control, employment, and prioritizing American workers over migrants. He promoted a major legislative proposal, discussed healthcare, and emphasized job retention as part of his broader “America First” agenda. Trump also introduced the idea of a “warrior dividend,” proposing a $1,776 payment to each soldier, and addressed drug testing policies involving urine and blood tests, followed by post-conference analysis. 

The broadcast then shifted to new approaches to wildfire management, highlighting a firefighting concept known as “blaze tamers.” It also covered local concerns in Newport Beach, where residents expressed frustration over a water well that may be capped. 

The final segment explored how artificial intelligence could transform the future of buying and selling cars, along with a light or speculative discussion on vehicle safety features, including the perceived impact of larger lug nuts. 

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Conway and Thompson discussed new details surrounding the first-degree murder charges against Nick Reiner in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer. Legal analyst Michael Monks explained the nature of the charges and District Attorney Nathan Hochman’s role in the case. The conversation also touched on Bill Hader, who reportedly had a prior encounter with Nick Reiner at a Conan O’Brien party.

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