Shut Down, Glow Up, and Pup’d Out

Gary and Shannon kick off the hour with #SwampWatch, unpacking the latest government shutdown drama before shifting to the breaking news of Jane Goodall’s passing at 91. They also highlight LA County’s costly ballot map mailers mistake ahead of the special redistricting election and dive into a New York Post exclusive about people regretting their pandemic-era veneer makeovers. From there, it’s a mix of pop culture and tech: a record-breaking Wheel of Fortune payout, the AI actress Tilly Norwood sparking fierce debate, and news of a new AI-directed movie called Sweet Idleness. The hour closes with a lighter but surprising note, San Francisco, America’s most dog-friendly city, may finally be hitting its canine capacity as locals debate whether too many pups is becoming a problem.