Gary and Shannon
Gary and Shannon, hosted by Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren, is a weekday news and talk show from KFI AM 640 and iHeartRadio covering current events, sports and lighter topics. The feed lists about 1,000 episodes with daily updates, typically around 28 to 30 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Daily Los Angeles news talk with a large, loyal weekday audience
- About 1,000 episodes with daily updates show a long-running, consistent format.
- Apple Podcasts shows 305 ratings averaging 4.1 stars, a sign of an engaged listener base.
- Episodes run about 28 to 30 minutes, leaving room for host-read mid-roll integrations.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, listener call-ins
- Tone
- irreverent, fast-paced
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 27 to 32 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- iHeartRadioKFI AM 640
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Explicit flag is set in the feed, and titles such as 'NAKED EXCUSES' and 'GUILFOYLE FALLOUT' cover political and crime news.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.iheart.com/podcast/139-gary-and-shannon-2740… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1049059569 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/98a2599f-cd9b-4f2… |
Benchmark score: 36 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| MALIBU FIRE, DODGERS SWEPT & MISSING BARF BAGS | 2026-10-16 | 28 min |
| GUILFOYLE FALLOUT, ELIZABETH HOLMES & HEATHER’S TOP PICK | 2026-10-16 | 31 min |
| NAKED EXCUSES, WEDDING CRASHERS & A ROBOT ROADBLOCK | 2026-10-16 | 32 min |
| DODGERS ON THE BRINK & A YELLOWSTONE SURVIVOR | 2026-10-15 | 29 min |
| THE CONTRACT CONVERSATION AIKMAN & BUCK NEVER HAD | 2026-10-15 | 27 min |
| TOO BROKE TO RETIRE, TOO RICH TO RELAX | 2026-10-15 | 31 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago.
Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren. Covering what you need to know (and even some stuff you didn't) weekdays 9am-12pm
About Gary and Shannon
Gary and Shannon is a weekday news and talk podcast produced by KFI AM 640 and distributed through iHeartRadio. Hosts Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren cover current events, Los Angeles local news, sports and lighter stories, according to the feed and the show's iHeartRadio page. The feed lists about 1,000 episodes with daily updates, and recent episodes run roughly 27 to 32 minutes.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 305 ratings with an average of 4.1 out of 5. Listener numbers are not published. Based on the rating count and feed signals, downloads are estimated at 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, and listeners are likely to be adults with a skew toward 35 and older.
No sponsors were seen in the feed. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits local advertisers, sports brands and national campaigns targeting Southern California. Brands should review the show's political and crime content before booking.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Gary and Shannon can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Gary and Shannon
How much does Gary and Shannon charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode. Exact pricing is not published, so contact the show for a quote.
What is Gary and Shannon about?
Gary and Shannon is a weekday news and talk show from KFI AM 640 covering current events, Los Angeles local news, sports and lighter stories, hosted by Gary Hoffmann and Shannon Farren.
How do I contact Gary and Shannon about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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