Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker

Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker

🎬 Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker is your go-to podcast for everything that keeps us entertained! This is the show where entertainment meets in-depth interviews, comedy, and the vibrant pulse of Southern California. Each week, actress, comedian, and Emmy Award-winning journalist Heather Brooker dives into entertainment headlines, chats with industry insiders, and explores can’t-miss local events and theme park experiences in Southern California. We go beyond the headlines during conversations with newsmakers and add a fun, laid-back twist. Whether you’re a movie buff, a TV lover, looking for your next binge-worthy series, or just someone who wants to know what’s happening in SoCal, this is the place for you!

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June 6, 2026 5 mins

He-Man is back! On this episode of Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, we're breaking down the biggest movie releases making headlines, including Masters of the Universe starring Nicholas Galitzine, the return of the iconic parody franchise with Scary Movie 2026, and the big-screen debut of the viral sensation The Amazing Digital Circus.

We'll explore why Hollywood is betting big on nostalgia, how fan-favorite franchises are evolvin...

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On this episode of Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, Heather joins KFI's Gary and Shannon to preview three highly anticipated projects.

First, Nicolas Cage swings into the Spider-Verse with the stylish new series Spider-Noir. Then we head into the unsettling world of Backrooms, the viral internet phenomenon turned horror film that's already earning praise for its creepy atmosphere and nightmare-...

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LACHSApalooza is bringing music, theater, dance, and celebrity alumni to the Greek Theatre for a massive 40th anniversary celebration benefiting the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. KFI's Heather Brooker spoke with LACHSA Foundation Executive Director Trena Pitchford to take listeners inside the star-studded festival featuring Anthony Anderson, Fitz and The Tantrums, D Smoke, Ozomatli, and more. The event also spotlight...

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KFI's entertainment reporter Heather Brooker breaks down the biggest Memorial Day weekend movies and the summer blockbusters everyone will be talking about, including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Spider-Man, Toy Story 5, Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and more. Which movies are worth seeing, and is Hollywood relying too much on nostalgia this summer? Heather has it!

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Heather Brooker joins Gary and Shannon for this week’s entertainment report, breaking down the first details on the new Star Wars film The Mandalorian & Grogu, the 25th anniversary re-release of Shrek, and the buzz around Sally Field and Lewis Pullman’s new Netflix movie Remarkably Bright Creatures. From blockbuster nostalgia to streaming standouts, Heather covers the biggest stories shaping Hollywood this week. Don...

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Audiences are still strutting to the theater to see The Devil Wears Prada 2. Shannon saw it and tells us why she loved this fashion-fueled drama. Plus, early buzz surrounding Mortal Kombat 2 has some fans hyped for more brutal action and iconic characters, and others saying the story is a mess.

Heather also dives into Influenced, the new film from Jill Kargman that takes aim at the world of mom influencers, social media fame, and t...

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This week is all about high fashion and lady sports! Heather joins Gary and Shannon to break down the early mixed reviews surrounding The Devil Wears Prada 2 and what it could mean for the highly anticipated sequel. Plus, a deep dive into the new Ted Lasso trailer and what to expect from the upcoming season.

And, Andy Serkis brings a fresh take on 

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What happens when celebrity-style coverage meets Washington politics? In this episode, TMZ DC Co-Managing Editor and reporter Charlie Cotton breaks down the brand’s expansion into the nation’s capital and how they’re reshaping political news coverage. From insider access to viral moments, Cotton explains how TMZ DC plans to cover lawmakers, power players, and breaking stories in a way traditional outlets don&rsquo...

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The buzz around Michael, the highly anticipated biopic about Michael Jackson, is mixed. This week on Heather's entertainment report with KFI's Gary and Shannon, we talk about what audiences can expect from the film, the performances, and the early reactions.

But the conversation goes deeper. When an artist’s legacy is com...

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On this episode of Entertain Me, Jennie Garth opens up about her empowering new book, I Choose Me and the deeply personal journey behind it. She shares what it really means to prioritize yourself—especially in an industry that rarely encourages it, and how reinvention can happen at any stage of life.

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This week on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, we’re diving into the biggest buzz out of CinemaCon, including major updates on Top Gun 3. Plus, a preview of Lee Cronin's The Mummy, a look at Normal with Bob Odenkirk, and a deep dive into Lorne, the new docume...

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Vertical storytelling is booming, and it’s reshaping Hollywood. Heather sits down with Zak Barnett of Zak Barnett Studios to talk about the rise of vertical filmmaking, why creators and studios are embracing it, and what to expect at the upcoming Vertical Summit he's hosting with Eris Entertainment and Paul Ruddy Casting.

 If you’re curious about the future of content creation, this is a conversation you don’...

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PaleyFest is back at the iconic Dolby Theatre, bringing together the biggest names in television for exclusive panels, behind-the-scenes stories, and fan-favorite moments. Rene Reyes, Vice President, Programming & Festivals, The Paley Center for Media joins Hearther to break down what to expect, which stars are showing up, and why this annual festival is a must for TV lovers in Southern California.

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Step into a world of knights, jesters, and turkey legs as Heather Brooker takes you inside the Renaissance Faire in Irwindale. From epic jousting matches to immersive entertainment and one-of-a-kind shopping, Julie McMillin, Social Media Director for Renaissance Entertainment Productions, joins Heather to preview what visitors can expect this season and why this beloved Southern California tradition continues to draw crowds year af...

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This week on Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, we’re blasting off with the buzz around Project Hail Mary. Heather joins Gary and Shannon to explore why this highly anticipated sci-fi adaptation has Hollywood (and fans) on edge—and what it could mean for the future of big-budget storytelling.

Then, a reality TV...

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Heather joins KFI’s Gary & Shannon for a lively, insider recap of the 2026 Oscars. Heather was on the red carpet and in the press room for the big night, and gives you an inside look at all the drama. 

If you missed the Oscars—or just want the tea—this is your must-listen breakdown.

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Hollywood’s biggest night is almost here! In this episode of Entertain Me, Heather joins Gary and Shannon to break down the top Oscar nominees, the films everyone is talking about, and the frontrunners most likely to take home gold. Heather also shares predictions for the biggest categories and what viewers should watch for on the red carpet and during the ceremony. If you want to sound like the smartest person at your O...

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The San Diego Zoo Safari Park has unveiled its largest expansion in more than a century — Denny Sanford Elephant Valley.  We're taking you inside the new immersive habitat where visitors can walk alongside a herd of African savanna elephants and learn how the experience connects guests with global conservation efforts to protect these endangered giants.

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March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and this is a conversation that can save lives while making you smile.

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it’s also one of the most preventable with early screening. KFI’s own Bill Handel has been open about his health journey, and...

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Heather joins Gary and Shannon with a packed entertainment update! She breaks down the buzz around Baz Luhrmann’s new Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert, dives into Paul McCartney’s highly anticipated Man on the Run, and shares what horror fans can expect from Scream 7. From rock legends to iconic franchises, it’s your fast, fun Hollywood fix.

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