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!

Episodes

Fall Movie Preview and the Future of AI in Hollywood

September 5, 2025 • 14 mins
On this week’s entertainment segment on Gary and Shannon, we're previewing the hottest films coming this fall, including Tron: Ares, Predator: Badlands, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, and Wicked for Good. Plus, we break down the growing role of artificial intelligence in Hollywood, from streamlining production to an ambitious project attempting to restore Orson Welles’ The Magnificent Ambersons. It's a mix of blockbuster buzz a...
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Altadena’s Benn Family Band Brings Hope to AGT

September 2, 2025 • 3 mins
In this KFI special report, we spotlight the Benn Family Band from Altadena, a family who lost everything in the Eaton Fire, but found hope on one of the world’s biggest stages. Their emotional audition on America’s Got Talent moved the judges to tears, and now they’re preparing for their live performance on Sept. 2. KFI's Heather Brooker has their story of resilience, music, and the power of family.

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Labor Day Box Office: The Roses, Caught Stealing, Downton Abbey & The Toxic Avenger

August 29, 2025 • 9 mins
This week’s entertainment report takes a deep dive into the big movies opening over Labor Day weekend. KFI's Heather Brooker gives us a closer look at The Roses, a sweeping family drama already drawing awards buzz, and Caught Stealing, a gritty action thriller packed with suspense. Plus, fans of period drama get a preview of the highly anticipated Downton Abbey sequel hitting theaters. And don’t miss the buzz around the new Toxic A...
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Hollywood’s $256M Boost: 22 Productions Approved Under California’s Expanded Tax Credit

August 28, 2025 • 8 mins
California is making a big play to bring productions back hom. KFI's entertainment reporter Heather Brooker breaks down the state’s newly expanded $750 million film and TV tax credit program, which just awarded $256 million to 22 projects, including Apple TV+’s The Studio and a brand-new HBO series from Larry David.

We’ll cover how these incentives are projected to spark $1.1 billion in economic activity, create thousands of jobs in...
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Halloween Horror Nights: New Mazes, Slash’s Soundtrack & Jim Henson Animatronics

August 26, 2025 • 15 mins
Halloween Horror Nights is back and has some surprising changes for fans. KFI's Heather Brooker sits down with John Murdy, the creator and mastermind of Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights, to go behind the screams of this year’s event.

Murdy reveals how the Jim Henson Creature Shop brought life-size animatronics to the brand-new Five Nights at Freddy’s maze, how the Terrifier house will test every sense with blood, stench, a...
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Weekend Watchlist: Honey Don’t, KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-along & Lurker

August 22, 2025 • 10 mins
This week on Heather Brooker’s Entertainment Report on Gary and Shannon, Heather dives into three must-see films: the sexy noir-esque drama Honey Don’t, the time-twisting Replay, and the spine-chilling Lurker. Plus, she’s got all the details on Netflix’s KPOP Demon Hunters: A Sing-Along Event coming to AMC Theatres for one weekend only.

Get Heather’s take on what’s worth your time and your popcorn budget! 

Don't miss Heather's weekly...
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Nobody 2, Americana, and The Hunting Wives

August 15, 2025 • 11 mins
This week on Heather Brooker’s entertainment report for Gary and Shannon, Heather dishes on the action-packed Nobody 2 starring Bob Odenkirk and why you shouldn't miss this sequel that packs a punch. And the indie gem Americana starring Sydney Sweeney, Halsey and Paul Walter Hauser is a fun Tarantino-esque throwback that fans of the genre will enjoy.

Plus, “Which Sex and the City character are you?” (Does anyone want to admit they'r...
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Clean LA with Me: How One Man’s Broom Sparked a Citywide Movement

August 15, 2025 • 2 mins
When the city wouldn’t clean it up, Juan Naula picked up a broom. In this special episode, KFI's Heather Brooker followed the founder of Clean LA with Me from his early morning solo sweeps to the growing volunteer army that now joins him every week to clean up the streets of LA. It’s the story of how one man’s persistence and a few trash bags turned street grime into city pride.
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Weapons, Weddings, and a Freakier Friday at the Movies

August 9, 2025 • 10 mins
This week’s KFI's Heather Brooker is getting Freaky on the Gary and Shannon show. Heather dives into three very different but equally buzzworthy releases in her weekly entertainment report. The hilarious and heartfelt Freakier Friday, the unnerving thriller Weapons, and the touching drama My Mother’s Wedding. Plus, there’s a sly hint about Heather's possible appearance in the soapy, sexy, suspense-packed series The Hunting Wives. 

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Comedy, Crime, and Cartoons: The Naked Gun, The Bad Guys 2 & Sketch

August 1, 2025 • 11 mins
Spoofs, sequels, and sketches—oh my! KFI's Heather Brooker is here with your ultimate weekend watchlist. Hear her take on the long-awaited The Naked Gun reboot, the slick animated sequel The Bad Guys 2, and the heartfelt family film Sketch on her weekly Gary and Shannon entertainment scoop.

Don't forget to follow Heather on IG @theheatherbrooker and on TikTok @heatherbrooker!

And get details on Heather's standup shows on 8/1 at The I...
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Superheroes & Croissants: It's All About Fantastic Four and Parisian Dreams

July 25, 2025 • 15 mins
This week on Heather Brooker’s weekly entertainment report with Gary and Shannon, Heather dishes on Fantastic Four: First Steps. Is Marvel’s reboot finally getting it right? 4th time's a charm!

Plus, she’s just back from a dreamy trip to France and spills on the must-see spots, the unexpected free bread bonus, and whether she'd actually pack up her life in L.A. for a one-way ticket to France. (Check her Instagram @theheatherbrooker ...
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Lights, Camera, Community: How BLEACH Is Changing Independent Film

July 15, 2025 • 7 mins
KFI's Heather Brooker talks with Jean Evans, COO of BLEACH, a bold and community-driven force in the world of independent film. Jean shares how BLEACH is helping emerging creatives, from actors and screenwriters to directors and DPs, bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity. Jean says Bleach focuses on mentorship, networking, and real-world experience. But how will this business model work in the ever-changing film industry?...
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Trump’s Superman Post, Bieber’s Comeback, and the Devil Wears Prada 2

July 11, 2025 • 14 mins
Is the new Superman movie too "woke" for fans, or just what the franchise needs? KFI's Heather Brooker breaks down the culture war chatter during the Gary and Shannon entertainment report. Plus: Super Trump?  The White House is acknowledging the new Superman movie with a Trump-as-Superman meme. Also Justin Bieber drops fresh tracks with this new album 'Swag' and hints at a tour, and The Devil Wears Prada 2 officially gets the green...
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CatCon Returns to Pasadena for 10th Anniversary Celebration

July 10, 2025 • 5 mins
Calling all cat lovers! In this episode, we’re diving into CatCon 2025, the ultimate feline celebration returning to Pasadena for its 10th anniversary on August 2–3. KFI's Heather Brooker talks with CatCon CEO Susan Michals about the big anniversary event. From social media-famous kitties like Maple Cat and Nathan the Cat Lady to immersive experiences like “How to Pet Your Cat” and the return of Pasadena Humane’s Adoption Village, ...
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San Diego Comic-Con 2025: Must-See Panels, Fan Events, and Survival Tips

July 9, 2025 • 5 mins
Comic-Con 2025 is almost here. It starts July 24 and runs through July 27 and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest yet. From major studio reveals to fan-favorite panels, immersive experiences, and surprise guests, we’re breaking down everything you need to know before the madness begins. KFI's Comic-Con whiz Heather Brooker has this exclusive interview with SDCC's David Glanzer with a deep dive on everything from cosplay to Con...
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Inside the Recovery: Altadena and Palisades 6 Months After Disaster

July 7, 2025 • 13 mins
It’s been six months since the wildfires changed everything for the communities of Altadena and the Palisades.  In this special report, KFI's Heather Brooker takes a closer look at the first chaotic hours of the disaster—and where recovery efforts stand today. This first aired in two parts July 7th on KFI's morning show, Wake Up Call. 

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Why Everyone’s Talking About Jurassic World: Rebirth

July 4, 2025 • 13 mins
Let me hear you rawr! KFI's Heather Brooker has your weekly entertainment report on Gary and Shannon. They're diving into the opening weekend frenzy of Jurassic World: Rebirth, the latest dino-sized blockbuster from Universal and Amblin. With a 5-day box office projection nearing $140 million and a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 72%, is this enough to revive the Jurassic franchise—or are we just watching a fossil in motion? Heat...
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A Closer Look at The Hollywood Bowl’s 4th of July Spectacular

July 4, 2025 • 6 mins
Get ready for one of LA’s most iconic Independence Day events! In this episode of Entertain Me, host Heather Brooker sits down with Daniel Song, Chief Operating Officer of the Hollywood Bowl, to give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular featuring Earth, Wind and Fire!

From musical highlights and safety planning to pro tips for first-time visitors, he shares what makes this annual cele...
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Shakespeare Under the Stars: Indie Shakes’ New Plays in Griffith Park

July 3, 2025 • 14 mins
It’s LA’s favorite summer tradition, Shakespeare in Griffith Park! In this episode, Heather sits down with Melissa Chalsma, Artistic Director and co-founder of Independent Shakespeare Company, to talk about this season’s productions, the magic of performing under the stars, and how Indie Shakes is keeping theater free, bold, and accessible to all Angelenos.  Whether you're a Shakespeare superfan or just looking for something unforg...
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Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks & Drone Shows in SoCal – 2025 Guide

July 1, 2025 • 12 mins
Ready to light up your Independence Day plans? In this episode of Entertain Me, host Heather Brooker breaks down the best places to catch 4th of July fireworks and drone shows across Southern California. From the dazzling drone debut at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl to classic fireworks over Dodger Stadium and Long Beach, we’re covering all the must-see events for 2025—including times, ticket info, and insider tips for beating the crowds. V...
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