Alex Stone reports that travel pain is deepening as the FAA increases flight reductions from 4% to 6% amid the ongoing government shutdown. The agency plans to reach 10% soon, and more than 1,500 flights have already been canceled. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns that even after the shutdown ends, it will take time to get operations back to normal — with Thanksgiving travel fast approaching. 

Jay Leno joins the show to promote his December 10th appearance with Tim Conway Jr. at Cadillac of Pasadena, sharing a funny story about Warren Buffett calling him about a mattress commercial. Jay and Tim trade laughs about the upcoming event, Norm MacDonald’s comedy brilliance, and gambling and golf tales. Conway wraps the hour by honoring veterans and sharing that he proudly served in the Army.