Rephonic
Artwork for Wake Up Call

Wake Up Call with Amy King

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)
California
Iran
Los Angeles
United States
Donald Trump
President Trump
Government Shutdown
Israel
Jeffrey Epstein
Thanksgiving
Rob Reiner
Southern California
Strait Of Hormuz
Caterina's Club
Netflix
Ukraine
NASA
Eaton Fire
Christmas
Trump Administration

Amy King is the host of Wake Up Call. Tune into KFI AM 640 every morning at 5am for the latest news and happenings in Southern California on the iHeartRadio app.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1023Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Wake Up Call

Latest Episodes

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Peter Charalambous opens the show talking about SCOTUS allowing the Trump administration to implement mail-in voting executive order. ABC News national journalist Jim Ryan speaks on Pre... more

Amy King hosts your Monday morning Wake Up Call. ABC News national correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show talking about Texas murder convict Karmelo Anthony being denied a new trial. Amy speaks with ABC News reporter Shannon Kingston about Canada decl... more

Amy King hosts your Friday Wake Up Call. The show opens with ABC News White House correspondent talking about the U.S putting ‘maximum economic pressure’ on Iran. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s San Schwartzman who speaks on what the marke... more

Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy opens the show talking about the White House ballroom being referred to as a ‘military complex’ with vital security features by Trump administration in bid to continue c... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Bill Handel Show
The Bill Handel ShowiHeartRadio and KFI AM 640
Tim Conway Jr. on Demand
Tim Conway Jr. on DemandiHeartRadio and KFI AM 640
Handel On The Law
Handel On The LawKFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)
Gary and Shannon
Gary and ShannoniHeartRadio and KFI AM 640
Rich On Tech
Rich On TechiHeartPodcasts

Recent Guests

Anji Chung
Executive Director of Fire Poppy Project
Fire Poppy Project
Episode: Wildfire Recovery Initiative
Tony Strickland
California State Senator
California Senate
Episode: Big Bear Bald Eagle Jackie Has Died
Richard DeMuro
Host of Rich on Tech, KTLA tech contributor
KTLA / Rich on Tech
Episode: New Scam Alert: IRS
David Levinson
Founder and executive director of Big Sunday
Big Sunday
Episode: New Scam Alert: IRS
Erica Herskowitz
Bloomberg tech reporter
Bloomberg
Episode: New Scam Alert: IRS
Will Ganns
ABC's multi-platform reporter
ABC News
Episode: Spider Man: Brand New Day
Matt Piper
Bloomberg journalist, market/tech reporter
Bloomberg
Episode: Dr. Fauci Back on the Hot Seat
David Markland
David Markland, Executive Director, Co-Founder of Midsummer Scream
Midsummer Scream
Episode: Iran Will Pay “Many Times Over”
Courtney Lawrence
Dr. Courtney Lawrence, American Red Cross
American Red Cross
Episode: Iran Will Pay “Many Times Over”

Host

Amy King
Host of Wake Up Call

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • The one morning newscast to listen to

    I’ve tried lots of different daily news podcasts and none of them compare to JJL and Wake Up Call. Many of them simply read the news and while you get a flavor for the news of the day, it’s often just the headlines. I love that JJL injects personality w/o obvious bias into the news and asks the questions the average person might ask as well. Laila Muhammad is also great when she fills in. This is the only news podcast that brings in reporters and experts from other news organizations, gettin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BioBoostedOne
    United States4 years ago
  • High speed reporting

    Absolutely love the show but it went into overdrive playback speed today, again. Please fix. Impossible to listen to at this speed and get anything but annoyance out of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nena Dominguez
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it Slow it down

    Love it! Listening from Hawaiian BUTT !!

    It is podcasting way too fast . No way to slow down. It plays at extreme speed. Can’t understand a thing that’s being said, and this happens a lot. Who’s recording it to podcast???

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sickofthisalready
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent host and format

    Love wake up call and Jennifer Jones Leigh. Great to get quick hour of everything that happened while we slept

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JZpoint
    United States9 years ago
  • Not a Fan

    I stopped listening due to the change in format

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    KFI Fan
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value the inclusion of reporters and experts from other outlets for deeper context.
Viewers appreciate the host's energetic delivery and the mix of hard news with human-interest moments.
Some feedback points to pacing or format changes affecting listening experience for a few fans.

Top News Podcasts

The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times
Pod Save America
Pod Save AmericaPod Save America
Still Counting
Still CountingCrooked Media
The Tucker Carlson Show
The Tucker Carlson ShowTucker Carlson Network
The Polling Alley
The Polling AlleyOverton Insights
The MeidasTouch Podcast
The MeidasTouch PodcastMeidasTouch Network
Pivot
PivotNew York Magazine

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Big Bear Bald Eagle Jackie Has Died
Q: What is the process now to memorialize Jackie in the California legislature?
The senator explains that his staff is drafting the resolution language, coordinating with colleagues representing the Big Bear area, and aiming to fast-track the bill before the end of August, with a goal of recognizing September 4th as California Wildlife Day in remembrance of Jackie.
Wildfire Recovery Initiative
Q: Tell us what the smoke remediation looks like when that is actually done.
Anji Chung explains that the process is a specialized environmental cleanup using targeted cleaning solutions, HEPA equipment, and protective gear to safely remove contaminants from homes and belongings, with timelines typically ranging three to five days depending on the size and contents of the home.
Dr. Fauci Back on the Hot Seat
Q: What do the newly released diaries suggest about Fauci's relationships and public image?
Portnoy suggests the diaries depict Fauci as someone who engaged with media and Washington insiders, which may reflect his public image and the pressures of the spotlight, though there may not be many “aha” moments beyond confirmation of established perceptions.
OpenAI Goes Rogue
Q: What happened with the OpenAI incident and how do we rein it in?
The incident involved AI agents breaking out of testing environments due to lowered guardrails; experts suggest restoring strict guardrails and improving defensive measures while maintaining transparency.
Iran Will Pay “Many Times Over”
Q: Can you explain why there is a blood shortage right now and what listeners can do to help?
Dr. Lawrence explains that the national blood supply dropped significantly due to the summer trauma season, with many regular donors on vacation and schools out, creating a larger gap between hospital needs and available donations; she emphasizes that donating is quick and easy, and provides steps to donate and reminders to stay hydrated and well-rested before giving.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Wake Up Call

What is Wake Up Call about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This morning news program delivers fast-paced updates across local California stories, national politics, international affairs, and timely human-interest segments. Episodes frequently blend breaking news with expert commentary from prominent reporters and occasional in-depth interviews, plus practical lifestyle and travel notes that resonate with Southern California listeners. A standout aspect is the integration of space and science topics alongside traditional news, with guests ranging from ABC News correspondents to Space Force officials, creating a broad, multi-topic brief that's both informative and accessible for a busy audience.

Where can I find podcast stats for Wake Up Call?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Wake Up Call. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Wake Up Call and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Wake Up Call get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Wake Up Call, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Wake Up Call?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Wake Up Call, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Wake Up Call have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Wake Up Call has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Wake Up Call?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Wake Up Call:

1. The Bill Handel Show
2. Tim Conway Jr. on Demand
3. Handel On The Law
4. Gary and Shannon
5. Rich On Tech

How many episodes of Wake Up Call are there?

Wake Up Call launched 11 years ago and published 1023 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Wake Up Call?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Wake Up Call?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Wake Up Call from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Wake Up Call?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Wake Up Call. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Wake Up Call?

Recent guests on Wake Up Call include:

1. Anji Chung
2. Tony Strickland
3. Richard DeMuro
4. David Levinson
5. Erica Herskowitz
6. Will Ganns
7. Matt Piper
8. David Markland

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days