The Bill Handel Show

(December 11, 2025) Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss cash is ‘cringe’ to Gen Z, Instacart’s algorithmic pricing, and what if electricity was free in the afternoon? Fed chair Jerome Powell says U.S. may be drastically overstating jobs numbers. UC Berkeley, Pomona College settle with Jewish groups over antisemitism allegations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 11, 2025) How California’s county fairs have become cotton candy for fraud, theft, and mismanagement. Southern California mountain lions recommended for threatened status. Thriftmas is booming as shoppers hunt secondhand gifts to save money. Paramount wants to buy Warner Bros. What to know about the hostile takeover. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 11, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate ducts for now. Judge blocks President Trump’s National Guard deployment in Los Angeles. Senate poised to reject extension of healthcare subsidies as costs rise. UC Berkeley, Pomona College settle with Jewish groups over antisemitism allegations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 10, 2025) Some young adults bucking trends and seeking intense religious experiences. The battle for street parking in Los Angeles: One man wages war through TikTok. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about CDC’s view on the Hepatitis B vaccine, Fentanyl vaccine, and whether melatonin is good for kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 10, 2025) Is $140,000 really a poverty income? Clearly not, but the viral debate underscores the ‘affordability’ issue. Australia’s social media ban for people under 16 takes effect. Elon Musk calls DOGE ‘somewhat successful’ but would not do it again. At State Dept., a typeface falls victim in the war against Woke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 10, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. President Trump gives economy ‘A plus plus plus plus’ grade amid affordability concerns. Homeless services CEO step down from government oversight board amid scandal. Eileen Higgins becomes Miami’s first democratic mayor in 30 years. Anheuser-Busch invests millions in Van Nuys brewery location ahead of 2026 World Cup, 2028 Summer Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 09,2025) KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Australia’s social media ban for kids, Meta acquiring Limitless, and Rich’s massive list of shopping tips and tricks. Survey shows how much teenagers dislike the news media. How midlife women are quietly quitting their husbands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 09,2025) Artificial intelligence and its growing demand for data centers are putting new users on California’s electric grid. 401k’s are minting a generation of ‘moderate millionaires.’ American consumers are losing patience with high car prices. Children seeking candy are finding their parents’ weed infused edibles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 09,2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. SCOTUS poised to expand President’s power over independent agencies. Fed rate cut, division expected at December meeting. Former FBI agents fired for kneeling amid 2020 protests sue Patel, Bondi. Trump plans $12BIL bailout to aid farmers hit by tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 08, 2025) L.A. City Council seeks answers about federal Olympic task force. 10 countries that cost tourists the most to visit, and the least. Millions of defective air bags have been recalled, but they’re still not fixed. ‘The Snake’ is back: Dangerous, thrill seekers’ Mulholland Highway reopens after 6 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 08, 2025) The Trump administration’s new national security strategy brings new U.S-Europe hurdles. Mystery deepens as to why it took FBI over 5 years to finally bust the suspected J6 pipe bomber. 1 in 4 users say they have stolen from self-checkout. Kids poured $70MIL into the market in 2025… what are they buying? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 08, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Democrats call for releasing video of deadly boat strike in the Caribbean. U.S flips history by casting Europe, not Russia, as villain in new security policy. Zelenskyy due at Downing Street for high-level Ukraine talks. Chinese jets point radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says. Chernobyl protective shield can no longer confine radiation after drone strike, UN nuclear watchdog says. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 05, 2025) IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! Food enthusiast and host of ‘The Fork Report’ on KFI Neil Saavedra joins Bill to talk about Honey Baked’s new prime rib, Fruity Pebbles is officially brining back a fan-favorite flavor from the 90’s, World Market’s new stocking stuffers, and Chefs best store bought flour. The show closes with ‘Ask Handel Anything.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 05, 2025) Netflix agrees to buy Warner Bros. in a $72BIL deal that will transform Hollywood. How former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez landed a President Trump pardon. Google just released the top trending searches in 2025. Hate crimes in L.A County ‘continue at record levels,’ report finds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 05, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. FBI arrests suspect in D.C pipe bomb case from eve of Jan. 6 capitol riot, sources say. SCOTUS allows Texas to use a congressional map favorable to GOP in 2026. Grand Jury rejects DOJ’s attempt to revive fraud case against NY AG James. US military strikes another boat in the Eastern Pacific, killing four, amid escalating questions about its counter-drug offensive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 04, 2025) Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss the vast majority of American’s having unused gift cards, not buying a home if you can’t, and financial advisors’ advice. ChatGPT’s meteoric rise by the numbers. Cash-strapped shoppers opt for essential and buy-now-pay-later services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 04, 2025) Insurers promise to ease authorization burden after UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder… Here’s what happened. How to claim ‘Trump Accounts’ for kids after $6BIL contribution. Ultra-Orthodox Conscription bill threatens crisis for Israel’s government. Even affluent American’s don’t feel wealthy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 04, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. President Trump launches immigration crackdown in New Orleans. California launches online portal to report misconduct by federal agents. Los Angeles sheriff deputies working in county jails now equipped with body warn cameras. New York Times sues Pentagon over first amendment rights. Massive shredded cheese recall: Check your fridge for these brands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 03, 2025) Costco is poking the Trump Bear. Cash strapped shoppers opt for essentials and buy-now-pay-later services. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about tattoo ink moving through the body, killing immune cells and weakening vaccine response, and men with ‘beer bellies’ may face serious heart damage even if they aren’t overweight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(December 03, 2025) San Francisco sues Coca-Cola, Kellogg over ultra processed foods. Ohio Senator introduces measure to eliminate dual citizenship. President Trump is threatening to attack Venezuela. Is college worth the cost? A majority of Americans say no. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.