Assemblymember Alexandra Macedo joins the show to break down California’s High‑Speed Rail and the misinformation she says Governor Gavin Newsom keeps pushing. Get ready for a sharp, no‑nonsense look at what’s really going on. Feb 20th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana lawmakers are pushing hard to lure the Chicago Bears across the state line, to Hammond Indiana.  KMJ Morning News host and Chicago native Christopher Gabriel joins the show to break down the political playbook and whether a big move is really on the horizon. Feb 19th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to break down the escalating conflict with Iran and what it means for America. He also weighs in on California’s challenges—and the bold ideas he believes could fix the Golden State. Feb 19th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A long‑forgotten college poem written by a young Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell has suddenly resurfaced, stirring new attention with its intense, theatrical imagery. Feb 17th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While in Munich, AOC is asked whether the U.S. should defend Taiwan if China invades — and her rambling response quickly goes off the rails. Feb 17th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Attorney General Pam Bondi’s congressional appearance on the Epstein case erupted into fireworks as she clashed with several Democrats, most notably Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jerry Nadler. Feb 12th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gene Simmons fires back at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, blasting its shift toward hip‑hop and declaring, “That’s not my music.” Feb 12th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton stops by the studio after returning from the Tulare Ag Show to share what he learned and what’s next for California’s farmers. He also breaks down highlights from last week’s debate and lays out his vision for a better California if elected governor. Feb 11th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A private team of forensic experts has reexamined Kurt Cobain’s autopsy and crime‑scene files, and one specialist now believes the evidence points to homicide. We break down the shocking new analysis and what it could mean for the decades‑old case. Feb 11th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California’s sudden ban on blackjack in cardrooms could cost tens of thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue. Kyle Kirkland joins the show to break down what this decision really means for communities across the state. Feb 10th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bad Bunny capped his Super Bowl halftime show with a call for unity — but critics quickly blasted the performance as anything but. We dive into the reactions and what fans really thought of the spectacle. Feb 9th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Darnold’s Super Bowl win came with an unexpected price tag — a $249,000 hit thanks to California’s infamous “jock tax.” Turns out the quarterback lost some cash while earning his ring. Feb 9th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear Conrad Olivier channel President Donald Trump in a lively and entertaining guest appearance. Feb 5th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russell Johnson joins the show to break down Kern County’s push to become a charter county and what it could mean for local control. The conversation dives into the biggest sticking point: how supervisors would fill vacant board seats Feb 5th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a debate for California’s next governor, six Democrats and one Republican squared off in Gov. Newsom’s hometown of San Francisco—taking sharp shots at his record on homelessness, the gas‑car ban, and his opposition to a tough-on-crime measure voters overwhelmingly approved. Feb 4th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to break down tariffs and what’s ahead for California as the race for the next governor heats up. Feb 4th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a closer look at the gaps between Gavin Newsom’s claims of a tough childhood and the record that tells a different story. Katie Grimes joins the show to break down the details and explain why the narrative matters. Feb 4th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California Democrats are pushing a new “tax by the mile” plan that would charge drivers no matter what they drive—gas or electric. Listeners call in to share whether they’re buying it or pushing back. Feb 2nd 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soaring gas prices are squeezing Valley families and businesses. Clint Oliver joins the show to discuss how state oil policies are driving costs higher and putting local jobs and investments at risk. Jan 29th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the company expects to begin selling humanoid robots to the public by the end of 2027, signaling a major leap toward a consumer robotics future. Jan 29th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Del Beccaro discusses how political party positions look the same post‑2024, but the messaging and propaganda driving the conversation have fundamentally shifted. Jan 28th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton announced the launch of CAL DOGE, an initiative aimed at uncovering corruption and identifying an estimated $250 billion in fraud. Jan 28th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite chronically poor test scores, Fresno Unified board members voted 6–1 to more than double their pay to $54,000 a year, with the raises kicking in this February. Jan 27th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Joffe, president of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association, joins the show to challenge the narrative surrounding California’s drought. He breaks down whether the crisis is truly as dire as officials claim—or wildly overstated. Jan 27th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Pretti, a 37‑year‑old ICU nurse, was fatally shot Saturday morning by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis. Authorities say the encounter escalated after Pretti appeared to record CBP officers and was believed to be armed. Jan 26th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California has topped the nation in population loss for six straight years, with residents heading to Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Sky‑high housing costs—nearly 58% above the national average—are driving the exodus. Jan 26th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vice President JD Vance claims a staggering $7 billion in fraud has surfaced in California, calling it a symptom of a deeper crisis. He warns that defiance from Democratic-led states on immigration has ignited an unprecedented showdown with the federal government. Jan 23rd 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB owners are heated after the Dodgers’ blockbuster grab of Kyle Tucker — and now some of them are pushing back with calls for a league‑wide salary cap. Morning news host CG joins the show to break down the fallout and what this could mean for baseball’s future. Jan 22nd 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump says his administration is negotiating a deal to give the U.S. ‘total access’ to Greenland, calling the territory vital for national security. Jan 22nd 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump says he’s reached the framework of an “infinite” Greenland deal after talks with NATO leadership in Davos—and hints that tariffs on Europe may no longer be needed. Jan 21st 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California Governor Gavin Newsom blasted global leaders for failing to confront President Donald Trump, calling them “pathetic” and warning that Trump “devours” those who don’t stand up to him. Jan 20th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton checks in live from the campaign trail with the latest updates and takes listener calls. Jan 20th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CNN is facing potential legal scrutiny after a heated exchange led to an on‑air claim linking President Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. Jan 20th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dale Anderson from Project Survival Cat Haven joins us to share updates about the latest arrivals, behind‑the‑scenes tour highlights, and what exciting educational events are coming up next. Jan 16th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Senate hearing went viral after Senator Josh Hawley pressed an OB‑GYN witness on whether men can get pregnant, igniting a sharp debate over biology and ideology. Jan 15th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elon Musk and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth team up to bring AI into U.S. military systems — including X’s Grok. What does this mean for America’s defense? Jan 14th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer joined the show to announce the city’s exclusivity agreement with the United Soccer League — a major step toward bringing professional soccer and a new stadium to downtown Fresno. Jan 14th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bold move to shake up California politics, GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton taps former Democratic leader Gloria Romero as his pick for lieutenant governor ahead of the June primary. Jan 13th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill and Hillary Clinton skipped closed-door depositions in the House’s Epstein probe, prompting GOP leaders to launch contempt proceedings. Jan 13th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Bongino announced he will step down as the FBI’s deputy director, and return to his podcast on February 2nd. Jan 12th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray honors Bob Weir, legendary Grateful Dead guitarist and co-founder, who passed at 78. A look back at six decades of music, his iconic sound, and the legacy that lives on. Jan 12th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rory Appleton joins the show to discuss a massive collection of iconic music memorabilia once owned by late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, now headed to auction. The sale includes historic rock‑and‑roll artifacts such as a Ringo Starr drum used during the Beatles’ first U.S. TV appearance and the guitar Kurt Cobain played in the “Smells Like Teen Spirit” video. Jan 9th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno Police Chief Mindy Casto joins the program to highlight major public‑safety gains in 2025, including a 51‑year low in homicides and notable reductions in gang violence, shootings, and property crime. Jan 7th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katy Grimes, editor of California Globe, joins the show to break down the sudden death of Representative Doug LaMalfa and what it means moving forward. Jan 7th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rock supergroup Close Enemies, led by Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton, stop by the show to discuss how the band came together, their brand-new album, and their upcoming Fresno show. Jan 6th 2026   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom del Beccaro joins Ray to discuss Maduro's legal future   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Maduro's arrest, is the Columbian President next?   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Del Beccaro Joins Ray to Discuss California's future in 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton joins Ray to discuss the fate of CaliforniaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray kicks off Christmas week with updates on the firing of several American Ambassadors and Tom Homan warns of increasing threats against ICE.   KMJ #California #Fresno #ICE #TomHoman #Armenia  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President of the Fresno Historical Society, Elizabeth Laval, has solved the near century-long mystery of the Belmont Underpass lanterns.  She joins Ray with the wild story.     Please like & subscribe to the Ray Appleton podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to discuss President Donald Trump’s recent prime-time address to the nation. In the 20-minute speech, Trump outlined his vision for America and highlighted what he considers his administration’s key accomplishments. We explore the tone, the message, and what it could mean moving forward. Dec 18th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO and Editor of the California Globe, Katie Grimes is not one to hold back.  She joins Ray to blast Gov. Newsom on his failures in the state's top office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton tells us how he can fix California including cleaning up the horrific sex trade in SoCal.  Plus, the Rolling Stones call off their 2026 stadium tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer joined Ray on Tuesday to discuss reports that the SEDA development plan could shudder up to 11 Fresno Unified schools.  Dyer said there is "a lot of mis-information out there...some of it unintentional, some of it intentional."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Criminal defense attorney (and KMJ host) Marc Kapetan lends his legal expertise to the horrific double murder of Rob & Michell Reiner - allegedly at the hands of their disturbed son.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Reiner's son is arrested for allegedly murdering his famous parents, the FBI announces it has foiled a NYE terror plot in Southern California and the latest on the search for the shooter at Brown UniversitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antisemitism is on the rise in Australia as a father & son terror cell strikes beachgoers.  Like & SubscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared Horne, head coach of Central High School’s water polo team, joins the show to discuss the boys’ historic season and the ongoing effort to secure a pool for the championship-winning squad. Dec 12th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dennis Cox, CEO of Planet Solar, joins us to answer your top solar questions—from cost savings and installation tips to the latest in renewable energy. Dec 11th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressional candidate Kyle Kirkland joins the show to discuss his campaign for California’s 21st District. Hear his take on the key issues shaping the Valley and why he believes now is the time for bold leadership. Dec 10th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheriff John Zanoni joined Ray to discuss a proposed Fresno County ordinance aimed at limiting the number of registered sex offenders living in single-family homes. The measure seeks to enhance public safety by enforcing stricter limits and penalties for violations. Dec 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Dohlin, CEO and Zoo Director of the Chaffee Zoo, joins us for an exciting conversation about the zoo’s bold future plans and the magic behind IllumiNature—the dazzling annual event that lights up Fresno every year! Dec 5th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to discuss the latest in California politics and the arrest of Brian Cole, the January 6 D.C. pipe bomber from Woodbridge, Virginia. Dec 4th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacy Korsgaden joined us to share her vision and discuss her campaign for California Insurance Commissioner Dec 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deep beneath the ocean in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, potato-sized metal nodules may hold the key to green energy—and a new study reveals they can produce “dark oxygen” 4,000 meters below the surface where sunlight isn't visible.  Dec 1st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) is back in the spotlight after a fiery MSNBC appearance, doubling down on claims linking Trump officials to Jeffrey Epstein.  Dec 1st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton joins the show to share his vision for California and what drives his campaign for governor.  Nov 25th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno could lose hundreds of shelter beds in the coming months, raising urgent questions about homelessness in the city. Mayor Jerry Dyer joined us to break down what’s at stake and how the city and county plan to keep beds open and funded. Nov 21th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins us for an in-depth conversation on two major developments: the reopening of the federal government and the highly anticipated vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files.  Nov 20th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett scrambled to cover her tracks after accusing Lee Zeldin and other Republicans of taking Epstein donations — now claiming she never meant the late convicted pedophile. Nov 20th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A viral video shows a Denver health inspector pouring bleach into a taco stand’s food after repeated health code violations, sparking outrage online. Nov 19th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton dives into his bid for California governor, sharing insights from the campaign trail, his vision for the state, and what’s next in this high-stakes race. Nov 18th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared on CNN Sunday, signaling a shift in tone as she called for civility and a path forward in politics. Greene urged Americans to ‘be kind to one another,’ even as she continues to voice criticism of former President Trump. Nov 17th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blue Origin makes history with the debut of its massive New Glenn rocket. In this episode, we break down the launch from Florida that sent two NASA satellites on their way to Mars and achieved a flawless landing of its reusable booster. Nov 13th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Tom McClintock joins us live with a no-holds-barred take on the government shutdown and today’s high-stakes vote to reopen. Nov 12th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Vince Fong joins us live from Capitol Hill with the inside scoop on the government shutdown and today’s critical vote to reopen. Hear what’s really happening—straight from D.C. Nov 12th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton dives deep into the latest twists and turns of the campaign trail. From strategy shifts to insider insights, get the breakdown you won’t hear anywhere else Nov 11th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Monday, President Donald Trump suggested that Syria might join several agreements, including the anti-ISIS coalition and the Abraham Accords. Nov 11th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray breaks down the fiery clash between Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter over the ongoing air travel crisis caused by the government shutdown. Porter’s public criticism of private jet travel and her call to prioritize commercial flights sparked a sharp rebuttal from Duffy Nov 10th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association breaks down the fight to protect Prop 13 and stop Sacramento’s tax grab. Nov 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benjamin Szeghy from Cal State Berkeley joins the show to break down the power of nuclear energy—and why it could be a game-changer for California’s future Nov 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Pelosi has announced her retirement from Congress, concluding a decades-long career that made her one of the most influential figures in U.S. politics. In a video message on Thursday, Pelosi stated she will not seek re-election when her current term ends in January 2027 Nov 6th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump strikes a groundbreaking deal with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to slash prices on popular weight-loss drugs for Medicare, Medicaid, and out-of-pocket patients.  Nov 6th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOP Gubernatorial front-runner Steve Hilton joined Ray to break down the vote on Prop. 50 and the NYC Mayor election.  Callers burn up the phone lines too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Election Day spotlight, political commentator and author Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to share his strong opposition to Proposition 50. Nov 4th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Election Day edition, Steve Hilton joins the show to deliver a sharp critique of Proposition 50 and explain why he’s urging Californians to vote No. Nov 4th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Der Manouel Jr. joins us to break down why he’s urging a “No” vote on Proposition 50. With his signature insight and unapologetic take on California politics, Mike dives into what Prop 50 really means for voters, how it could impact accountability in Sacramento. Nov 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this spine-tingling episode, Ray and Phillip count down their top 5 ghost movies of all time—from chilling classics to modern masterpieces. Oct 31st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As kids gear up for Halloween, authorities are warning parents about drug-laced treats disguised in familiar packaging. Police recently discovered bags of candy and snacks containing THC and psychedelic mushrooms, despite looking like regular store-bought items. Oct 31st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Ray dives into Kamala Harris’s controversial proposal to lower the voting age to 16. Harris argues that Gen Z—plagued by climate anxiety and economic uncertainty—deserves a stronger voice in shaping policy. Oct 31st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California Governor Gavin Newsom is clearly gearing up for a 2028 presidential run—and he’s doing it with Trump in his crosshairs. But in his latest attempt to position California as the “better way,” Newsom’s bold claims are unraveling under scrutiny.  Ray breaks down the facts behind the headlines and exposes the political theater behind the governor’s anti-Trump campaign. Oct 29th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno City Council President Mike Karbassi joins the show to discuss his sharp criticism of County Clerk James Kus—calling out ballot blunders, a drop box security lapse, and what he calls “zombie ballots. Oct 29th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deny Deny Deny.  New talking points from the Dems when it comes to naughty nicknames for President Trump.  The Dodgers walk-off game 3 of the World Series in historic fashion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are tense between old Presidential pals Obama and Biden.  And then there's Kamala...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican candidate for Governor Steve Hilton takes the lead in the latest poll over his Democrat challengers. Is the fight against Prop 50 doomed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith go head-to-head over the FBI’s gambling probe involving NBA figures like Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier. Barkley blasts the accused for “fixing games,” while Smith defends the role of addiction. We break down the scandal, the debate, and what it means for the league’s integrity. Oct 24th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we dive into the explosive controversy surrounding a fatal crash on a Southern California freeway that left three people dead and reignited a national debate over immigration, & licensing laws. Critics, including Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, accuse Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration of violating federal licensing rules by upgrading Singh’s commercial driver’s license despite a federal compliance notice.  Oct 24th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump reversed plans to send federal troops to San Francisco after Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the move, warning Trump’s allies would “have a lot to reconcile at the pearly gates. Oct 23rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray dives deep into the scandal that has rocked the NBA to its core. Over 30 individuals—including Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups—have been arrested in connection with a sweeping federal investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged poker games backed by organized crime families. Oct 23rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leo Zacky, a former Central Valley farmer and current candidate for Governor, joins the show to share his vision for California. He discusses his plans for the Golden State and why he believes he can defeat Republican leader Steve Hilton in the race. Oct 22nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barack Obama joins Gavin Newsom to push California’s redistricting amendment—aimed at countering Trump’s influence on the 2026 midterms. Will Prop 50 reshape the future of Congress? Oct 22nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Quick, father of Caleb Quick, joins the show to discuss the tragic murder of his son and the ongoing case involving two teenagers charged in connection with the crime. Under California’s Proposition 57—the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Act of 2016—the suspects may qualify for juvenile sentencing, potentially serving only 3 to 4 years before release, depending on whether they are tried as adults. Stephen is advocating for the teens to be prosecuted as adults in pursuit of justice for his son. Oct 22nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California gubernatorial candidate Leo Zacky says Steve Hilton should go back to the UK—and Hilton isn’t letting that slide. In this episode, Hilton joins the show to respond with sharp words and zero hesitation. Political drama? Absolutely. Tune in and hear it for yourself. Oct 21st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Move over holy water—this week, we’re breaking bread with history. Archaeologists have unearthed a 1,200-year-old loaf of bread… with what appears to be the image of Jesus baked right into it. Was it divine intervention or just ancient branding? Join us as we toast this miraculous carb and ask: is this the holiest sourdough ever discovered? Oct 20th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a fiery Fox News interview, President Trump claimed the government shutdown gives him the power to permanently cut federal programs—including welfare. He also fired back at critics calling him a “king,” while protests from the growing ‘No Kings’ movement continue to spread across the country. Oct 20th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a crime that stunned the world, a crew of chainsaw-wielding thieves tore through the Louvre’s defenses and vanished with priceless jewels—leaving behind shattered glass and unanswered questions. But this wasn’t just a smash-and-grab. Authorities now believe the heist may have been commissioned by a mysterious collector lurking in the shadows. Oct 20th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When ultramarathoner Dion Leonard set out to conquer the grueling 155-mile race across China’s Gobi Desert, he never expected to find a companion. But one small stray dog had other plans. In this heartwarming episode, Dion shares the incredible story of how Gobi ran beside him for 77 miles, forging a bond that would change both of their lives forever. Oct 17th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Millan Patterson joins the conversation to break down why a powerful coalition of business leaders is saying NO to Proposition 50. Oct 17th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night on CNN, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took the stage—and promptly lit it on fire. AOC accused Deloitte (yes, the accounting firm) of dumping toxic chemicals into rivers, while Bernie finally admitted the shutdown isn’t about the American people—it’s about stopping Trump. Things got spicy when a question about Chuck Schumer dodging a primary challenge from AOC triggered a full-on Bernie mansplaining moment. AOC followed up with a gender lecture blaming the GOP for toxic masculinity and the decline of young men. If you’re wondering what just happened… so are we. Buckle up. Oct 16th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A father accused of killing his 14-year-old daughter’s rapist is running to be sheriff — claiming the legal system “failed” him by charging him with murder. Aaron Spencer allegedly gunned down Michael Fosler, 67, after catching him driving off with his daughter, whom Fosler had already been charged with grooming and abusing, according to court docs. Oct 16th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of Republican legislators is pushing legislation that would allow states to grant licenses to migrants who want to drive 18-wheeler trucks.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The California Globe’s Editor Katie Grimes joins Ray Appleton to discuss yet another violation of Title IX as Newsom signed Assembly Bill 749 to create a Sports Equity Commission. The National Abortion Rights Action League is campaigning for passage of Proposition 50, and Assembly Bill 495 will allow a broad range of relatives to step in as children's caregivers if their parents are deported.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Obama, who two months ago first spoke out in support of California voters deciding on redistricting options, said in a 30-second spot that began airing statewide on Oct. 14 that democracy is in peril, urging voters to support Prop 50.  Former California congresswoman Katie Porter is attempting to press “reset” on her campaign for governor following a disastrous week that started with a video of a tense exchange with a journalist and then evolved into a broader critique of her temperament when another video surfaced.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Steve Hilton takes aim at the dramatic fall of Congresswoman Katie Porter. Once hailed as a progressive powerhouse, Porter’s political momentum has hit a wall after videos surfaced showing her shouting profanities at a staffer during a Zoom call — yelling, “Get out of my f**ing shot!”* — and storming out of a tense CBS interview. Oct 14th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As historic peace efforts unfold in the Middle East, California Governor Gavin Newsom grabs headlines for all the wrong reasons. Oct 14th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray breaks down the tense on-air clash between Senator JD Vance and ABC’s George Stephanopoulos that ended with a cut-off interview and a media firestorm. What sparked the confrontation? Oct 13th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political commentator and author Tom Del Beccaro dives deep into the chilling realities, the hidden motives, and the long-term impact of California’s Proposition 50. Oct 13th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Bredefeld is joined by Brooke Ashjian and Buddy Mendes discussing the future of Measure C and the claim for damages that alleges the Fresno Unified School District and Fresno High School permitted a convicted felon and registered sex offender to be around students.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresno County Supervisors Gary Bredefeld and Nathan Magsig break down why they’re urging voters to say “No” on Proposition 50. As California heads toward a pivotal special election, Prop 50 proposes a dramatic shift in how congressional districts are drawn—replacing the state’s independent redistricting commission with maps heavily favoring Democrats. Oct 10th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent legal claim alleges that Fresno Unified School District allowed a registered sex offender to serve as a volunteer coach at Fresno High School, despite his criminal history. The district reportedly failed to investigate multiple complaints from student-athletes about the coach’s inappropriate conduct, including unwanted physical contact during practices. Oct 9th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another newly surfaced video shows California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter—currently a frontrunner—sharply reprimanding a staffer during a 2021 meeting taped for the Biden administration. When the staffer entered the frame, Porter snapped, saying, “Get out of my F**** shot!” The incident, edited out of the final government video, has reignited scrutiny over Porter’s leadership style and temperament Oct 9th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal that includes the release of all remaining hostages and a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.. Oct 9th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray sits down with Eric Trump to discuss his new book Under Siege, a candid look at the political and personal battles his family has faced. From media scrutiny to legal challenges, Eric opens up about the motivations behind the book, the stories that didn’t make headlines, and what he believes is at stake for America. Oct 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter became visibly frustrated during a CBS interview and attempted to walk out after being asked a straightforward question about former President Trump, saying, 'I don’t want this all on camera." Oct 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former sheriff of Fresno County, Margaret Mims, has been endorsed by Fresno County Supervisor Buddy Mendes to replace him in the next election. Mendes announced in a press conference on Wednesday that he will not be running in 2026. He wants to use his retirement to catch up at home. Oct 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton is shaking up California.A new Zogby poll shows Hilton leading Republicans and nearly all Democrats in the governor’s race. Is this a sign of a political shift in the Golden State? Oct 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift’s latest album has fans fuming. Accusations of white supremacy and “trad wife” messaging have sparked a cultural firestorm. Tune in as we unpack the backlash, the buzz, and the bold claims. Oct 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While testifying before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced questioning from Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL)—but he had no idea what was coming. AG Bondi responded with a powerful takedown, delivering hard-hitting facts about Illinois’ crime rates, especially in Chicago, leaving Durbin clearly outmatched. Oct 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, we’re joined by former Sheriff Margaret Mims to discuss the final preparations for a momentous occasion: the Dedication and Opening of the Fresno Sheriff Memorial. Margaret reflects on the legacy of service and sacrifice that this memorial represents, ahead of its unveiling on Wednesday, October 29th at 9:00 AM Oct 7th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to break down the New Jersey governor’s race, followed by a deep dive into Gov. JB Pritzker’s fiery response to President Trump’s plan to deploy troops to Chicago. Oct 6th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of the 2-year mark since Hamas' brutal attack on Israel, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with ABC’s Martha Raddatz about the path forward. Rubio shared cautious optimism, detailing the multi-phase plan — including the return of hostages — and reaffirming U.S. commitment to peace and stability in the region. Oct 6th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New court filings reportedly show Hulk Hogan's family is considering filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in connection with his death. Hogan died on July 24 at the age of 71. The legal petition filed Tuesday reportedly asks for 90 more days for the family's legal representatives to investigate the possibility of filing a medical malpractice lawsuit, which names two local hospitals and surgeons Oct 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacy Korsgarden has seen the power of insurance to transform lives — and the damage caused when the system fails. She joins the show to expose the cracks in California’s insurance landscape and shine a spotlight on Ricardo Lara’s taxpayer-funded travels. Oct 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprise appearance, political commentator and former Fox News host Steve Hilton stops by the studio to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and his bid for California governor. Hilton shares his take on the dysfunction in Washington, his vision for fixing California, and why he believes now is the time for bold leadership. Oct 2nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy took to the Senate floor on Tuesday to deliver a fiery speech, casting the impending government shutdown as a political maneuver driven by the "Loon Wing" of the Democratic Party and fear among their Senate colleagues. Oct 2nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Vince Fong joins the show to break down the recent government shutdown drama and what it means for everyday Americans. Representing California’s Central Valley, Fong shares his perspective on the budget battles in Washington, the impact on federal services, and the importance of bipartisan solutions. Oct 2nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Shelley dives deep into the political storm surrounding Proposition 50—a measure that could reshape California’s legislative power structure. Shelley unpacks the hidden consequences, constitutional concerns, and the real stakes behind the ballot. Is Prop 50 a safeguard for democracy or a slippery slope toward unchecked authority? Oct 1st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California health officials are warning about a surge in a potentially deadly fungal infection. The state is reporting 6,761 cases of valley fever, also known as coccidioidomycosis, through July this year. That means California is on pace to top last year’s record of 12,595 cases. Oct 1st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government is officially entering a partial shutdown on Wednesday after the midnight funding deadline passed with Democrats and Republicans failing to agree on a funding bill. An earlier attempt by Senate Republicans to pass a short-term extension of fiscal year (FY) 2025 government funding levels, called a continuing resolution (CR), was sunk by Democrats who were furious about being sidelined in shutdown negotiations Oct 1st 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton Talks Newsom, AOC & the Controversial SB 771 Plot. Sept 30th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

War Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed a rare assembly of America’s top military leaders Tuesday, declaring that individuals not meeting 'male-level' fitness standards have no place in combat — and dismissing the inclusion of 'dudes in dresses' in frontline forces." Sept 30th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blake & CG talk MLB playoffs & who they think will win the World Series.  Sept 29th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Del Beccaro Talks On Prop 50  Sept 26th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced the results of a nationwide audit of the trucking industry by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The audit focused on the agency's issuance of Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs), which allow truck drivers to travel America's roadways.  Sept 26th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton, a republican running for governor and former Fox News commentator, filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Central District Court of California's Southern Division earlier this month and is now asking that same court for an injunction to stop Proposition 50. Sept 25th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring the unraveling of California politics and the rising tide of unrest—with journalist & editor Katy Grimes. Sept 25th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters with the Fresno Fire Department will soon be equipped with bulletproof vests, city officials announced Tuesday. According to Fresno City Councilmember Mike Karbassi, firefighters often respond to calls in unpredictable and potentially dangerous circumstances, and ballistic vests would add an extra layer of protection so crews can focus on the task at hand without compromising their safety. Sept 24th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Gavin Newsom used his Tuesday appearance on CBS’ “Late Show with Stephen Colbert” to talk up California’s recent move to offer its own vaccine recommendations; his fears that President Donald Trump will cancel elections and not leave office in 2028 Sept 24th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Choosing the name of your baby can be a difficult decision. It goes beyond just picking a name that you and your partner like the sound of. You’ll need to find a name that doesn’t get your child bullied at school, and that won’t make them resent you forever. But it seems that some parents didn’t get the memo. From trying to name their kids “Adolf Hitler”, or “Nutella”, it’s clear that not everyone understands what’s appropriate for a birth certificate. Sept 23rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apparently, numerous people around the world believe that we are nearing the end of life as we know it, according to a Christian prophecy. It all began when a South African Pastor named Joshua Mhlakela claimed that God will be coming to 'rescue the Christians out of the world' on both 23 and 24 September. Sept 23rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kamala went on Rachel Maddow's show to hawk her book, and Maddow asked her about one of the things in the book: her decision not to pick Biden Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as a running mate. Sept 23rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill to prevent federal agents from concealing their identities with masks. The law is expected to face a legal challenge. Sept 22nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, reflected on her decision to vote against a measure honoring slain Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk and condemning political violence, saying it hurt her heart that only two "Caucasians" joined her opposition to it. Sept 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A drug dog in class and lawnmowers for sale!   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner is running for California’s secretary of state, the first Republican challenger to enter the race. The position oversees elections in California. Wagner will be attempting to unseat incumbent Secretary of State Shirley Weber, who is running for reelection in 2026.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sinclair Broadcasting Group, one of two companies that scrubbed their local ABC affiliates of Jimmy Kimmel's show following comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing, is demanding an apology.    Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The two largest station groups, Nexstar and Sinclair, wielded their influence over ABC‘s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel‘s show from its ABC stations. Their announcements on Wednesday come amid the furor over host’s comments about the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination, with the chairman of the FCC, Brendan Carr, threatening some kind of FCC action.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) stated on Wednesday that she believes only white supremacists feel safe under the current leadership of the FBI. Crockett's comments were made to FBI Director Kash Patel as she cast doubt on the bureau's effectiveness and its reported crime reduction statistics.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray and Tom break down the media's motive on the coverage of Charlie Kirk assassination. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We saw hours of partisan clashes during FBI Director Kash Patel's hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Ray reviews some of the fiery testimony over the Jeffrey Epstein files and the investigation into Charlie Kirk's killing.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley revealed that the FBI's election-related investigation into President Donald Trump swept in dozens of Republican entities, including the late Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray and Steve discuss the latest updates in the Charlie Kirk murder investigation and California’s hottest stories. Hilton also answers questions from callers.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Charlie Kirk murder suspect, Tyler Robinson, has appeared in court for the first time. Robinson, 22, appeared remotely at the court in Utah - he faces seven charges, including aggravated murder and witness tampering. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty - Robinson, who was wearing a vest designed to stop self-harm, did not enter a plea to any of the charges.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlie Hall the former chapter President of Turning Point USA at Fresno State joins the program. Hall talks to us about her time as chapter president, meeting Charlie Kirk and what how the vigil was put together.   Guest Host: Clint Olivier  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A number of businesses and other organizations have shown employees the door this week because of their public remarks about Kirk, who was assassinated on Wednesday while giving a speech at Utah Valley University. Among those to lose their jobs or face sanctions: a political pundit, a university employee, a sports reporter and a U.S. secret service agent.  Guest Host: Clint Olivier  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A slew of new California bills and laws for 2025 cover a range of topics, including increased minimum wage and expanded paid sick leave, Uber/Lyft Drivers Union and a Declawing Cats ban.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California lawmakers have unanimously approved a plan to pay incarcerated firefighters the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour while fighting active fires, a raise of more than 700%. The bill, Assembly Bill 247 (Asmb. Isaac Bryan D-Culver City), aims to ensure that nobody risking their life for others earns less than the federal minimum wage. Callers react to the pay raise.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rocky Pipkin joins the program with his thoughts on the security at a Utah University campus. We dive into who Tyler Robinson is and Utah’s Gov Spencer Cox speaks on Kirk’s assassination.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘I have a heart for California’ - Charlie Kirk    From planning events together, the time Charlie lost his voice and Steve had to read his answers and joining each other podcast shows, Steve Hilton shares his greatest memories of his friend Charlie Kirk.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author of The Lessons of the American Civilization and The Divided Era, Tom Del Beccaro joins the show with his thoughts on Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Ray and Tom look back at the history of political assassinations and the actions taken after those life-changing events.     Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show, Mike Der Manouel Jr joins the discussion about Charlie Kirk’s assassination and how both sides are reacting to his death.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Vince Fong joins Ray in remembering Charlie Kirk. He gives us the latest from congress on Kirk’s assassination. The congressman also shares his thoughts as we remember those lost on September 11th 2001.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Kirk (31) has been shot and killed at a campus event in Utah. Ray follows the developing story from Breaking News to confirmation of his passing. Callers react to the violent shooting and ask what’s next for Turning Point USA now that Charlie has died.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The CEO at Kings View, Amanda Nugent Divine stops by the program. We learn what we can do to support others, raise awareness and spread hope as September is National Suicide Prevention Month.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    --  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Davies, the founding member of the 1970s British rock band Supertramp, has died at age 81. The rocker died at his Long Island home Friday following a decadelong battle with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, the band revealed. Sept 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump slammed NBC News White House Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor after she asked if he was "going to war" with Chicago on Sunday. Sept 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Sunday’s 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, the late Prince of Darkness was honored with a powerful rock tribute featuring Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, along with punk rock singer Yungblud and guitarist Nuno Bettencourt. Sept 8th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. agreed to compete in an exhibition match next spring. The event will be put on by CSI Sports/Fight Sports, but details regarding a location, date and where the fight will be broadcast have yet to be determined. Sept 5th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sept 5th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sept 4th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. John Kennedy presented on the Senate floor with a photo featuring an alien from the movie "Alien." Kennedy claimed that shrimp from other countries that don't abide by the same safety rules in the United States could "turn you into an alien." Sept 4th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Jennings had some backup on Tuesday, with Ben Shapiro unexpectedly showing up on CNN. The two teamed up to thoroughly dismantle Abby Phillip's overwhelmingly left-wing panel, which included the perpetually overstimulated Ana Kasparian.  Sept 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chinese President Xi Jinping commented on the possibility of people living to 150 during a hot-mic moment with his Russian and North Korean counterparts, a rare glimpse of an unscripted chat between three of the world’s most prominent strongmen. Sept 3rd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year into California’s landmark effort to regulate conditions for more than a half-million fast food workers, the state council appointed to oversee the industry has barely settled on how to conduct meetings.  Sept 2nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sept 2nd 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A University of Bristol brainiac has created a song that actually makes chocolate taste even better when listening to it.  Tune in to listen to Ray, Josh, Blake, Philip & Jody Jo from Kiss Country try out this on air experiment!  Aug 29th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They look, move and even smell like the kind of furry Everglades marsh rabbit a Burmese python would love to eat. But these bunnies are robots meant to lure the giant invasive snakes out of their hiding spots. Aug 28th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson overtook former Vice President Kamala Harris in latest 2028 presidential betting odds. Aug 27th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After two weeks in London, Steve Hilton returns to the KMJ airwaves. Aug 26th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Fansler Discuses his prize employee that was detained by ICE. Sam "Psalm" Behpoor was living out his American dream with his family, working as the manager of Pismo's in Northwest Fresno for 10 years until ICE detained him on June 23rd. Aug 25th 2025   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show’   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.