Ray Appleton

Tom McClintock joins the show to weigh in on explosive new allegations surrounding Cesar Chavez and the growing controversy they’ve sparked. Mar 18th 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.

Rep. Vince Fong joins the show to announce $540 million in new federal funding to strengthen California’s water infrastructure. The investment follows a major push by Fong, Rep. David Valadao, and California lawmakers to secure long-term water solutions Mar 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.

Clint breaks down AB 1941 and why copper theft is putting California’s 911 and communication systems at risk. Mar 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.

Mike Karbassi joined the show to explain why he stepped down as Fresno City Council president at noon today—and why he’s staying on as a councilmember. Mar 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.

Doug Burgum slams Gavin Newsom over California’s soaring gas prices, calling out the policies he says are driving costs higher. His takedown adds fuel to a growing national debate over energy and affordability. Mar 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.

Jack Osbourne announces that his newborn daughter has been named after his late father, introducing her as Ozzy Matilda Osbourne Mar 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.

California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joins us in studio with a major announcement—if elected, he plans to appoint Congressman John Duarte to a special role in his cabinet. Hilton also weighs in on California’s mental‑healthcare crisis following Governor Newsom’s announcement earlier today, adding fuel to an already heated conversation. Mar 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.

Clint Oliver breaks down his perspective on the war in Iran and shares what he believes may happen next. Mar 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.

Joe Basile breaks down the latest developments in the California governor’s race and explains why gas prices continue to rise across the state. Mar 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.

Pastor Joe Basile reacts to a resurfaced 2021 speech by Texas State Representative James Talarico, a Democrat and Presbyterian seminarian, who sparked controversy by declaring that “God is non‑binary.” Mar 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.

The San Joaquin River Conservancy blasted the use of composted human remains on local land, calling it a violation of state law as officials including Garry Bredefeld and Kacey Auston‑Tibbetts demanded action. Bredefeld  joined the show and labeled the move a “stupid decision,” saying that while halting further compost is progress, the existing material still must be removed. Mar 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.

Stacy Korsgaden has seen firsthand how insurance can make or break lives. She joins the show to break down California’s auto‑insurance crisis as skyrocketing rates hit drivers with hikes that feel impossible to justify.    Mar 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.

The funds will be used to support more than 500 existing emergency shelter beds for adults ages 18 and over, including case management for each person to assist them with their path to exit homelessness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Hilton joins the show to break down California’s soaring gas prices and outline his plan to fix the state if elected governor. He lays out what he says must change to get California back on track. Mar 3rd 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.

Mike Hamzy joins the show to break down the escalating conflict in the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. He explains what’s driving the tensions and what may come next. Mar 3rd 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.

Voter integrity is at stake See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enviro-radicals are hijacking efforts to fix our roadsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Tom McClintock calls in from Capitol Hill to deliver his no‑nonsense take on President Trump’s State of the Union. Feb 25th 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 Trump fires a sharp shot at Nancy Pelosi by calling for a ban on congressional stock trading—earning surprising applause from Senator Elizabeth Warren. Ray dives into the viral “Pelosi Tracker” app that mirrors Nancy Pelosi and her husband’s stock moves. Feb 25th 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.

Deadly violence has erupted across Mexico after the military killed infamous cartel boss Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Americans near the border have been urged to shelter in place, as violent clashes have now spread to at least 20 of Mexico’s 31 states. Feb 24th 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.

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.

Feb 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.

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.