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Ep 2595Steve Gill Interview

Political Contributor and Radio Talk Show Host, Steve Gill, joins the show to talk "winners and losers" from the Super Bowl, as well as questions surrounding Biden's mental competence and Special Counsel Hur's decision not to prosecute the President.

Feb 12, 202411 min

Ep 2594'WHAT THE HELL:' Memphians React to Crime Spree Shooter Who Was Out On Bond

The man charged with today's deadly crime spree that left one man dead, a child injured and two women shot was OUT ON BOND FOR FIRST DEGREE ATTEMPTED MURDER. The judge, who granted bond, should face charges as well.

Feb 12, 20241h 25m

Ep 2593Amy Speropoulos and Traynor Jennings Interview

TV Host and Development and Communications Manager for Salvation Army Amy Speropoulos and founder of "Believe in Your Spouse" Traynor Jennings join Wake Up Memphis to discuss crime in Memphis, Taylor Swift, dating and the mission of "Believe in Your Spouse."

Feb 9, 202420 min

Ep 2592Representative Mark White Interview

Tennessee State Representative Mark White, who chairs the Education Administration Committee, joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss his recent legislation to allow the Governor to appoint members to the Memphis-Shelby County School Board.

Feb 9, 202411 min

Ep 2591Amie Beth Shaver Interview

Radio Talk Show Host with "Alabama Unfiltered," Amie Beth Shaver, called into the show for an interview in which she discussed her Show, Special Counsel Robert Hur's decision on President Biden, the subsequent press conference from the President, and recent general election polling showing former President Trump gaining steam.

Feb 9, 202410 min

Ep 2590'CLOSED:' Two more Memphis businesses --- The Whimsy Cookie Company & Chef Tam’s Underground Cafe - shutter their doors due to out-of-control-crime

Well, Mayor Young? Do these businesses soul and swagger matter to you?

Feb 9, 20241h 24m

Ep 2589Lydia Fisher Interview

Miss Tri-Star Volunteer and KWAM employee, Lydia Fisher, joins the show to talk about her fundraising work with the Shelby County Veterans Court Foundation and competing in Miss Tennessee Volunteer on July 24-27 at the Karl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson, Tennessee.

Feb 8, 20249 min

Ep 2588Arbo's Cheese Dip Founder Andrew Arbogast Interview

Arbo's Cheese Dip founder Andrew Arbogast interviews with Wake Up Memphis to talk about his famous cheese dip, Arbo's Cheese Dip. It's the secret sauce that brings people together and it's great for watching football and having a great time!

Feb 8, 20248 min

Ep 2587Steve Gill Interview

Nashville political contributor Steve Gill joins the show to discuss the campaign contributions that Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy received from billionaire George Soros, as well as Tucker Carlson's upcoming interview with Vladimir Putin.

Feb 8, 202412 min

Ep 2586DA Mulroy Caught in George Soros' Pocket

The Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund followed the money trail between George Soros and rogue prosecutors across the country. Here’s what they found.

Feb 8, 20241h 25m

Ep 2585Your Money Matters with FCG: Relationships in Personal Finance

Bill Gurner, Joey Sulipeck, and one of their great clients Dr. Terinell Beaver join the show to discuss the importance of having a healthy relationship with your financial planners - and you might even pick up some family vacation planning tips!

Feb 7, 202411 min

Ep 2584Congressman Andy Ogles Interview

Congressman Andy Ogles, who represents Tennessee's 5th Congressional District, joins the show to talk about the impeachment vote of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. The Congressman believes there will be a second vote on impeachment, and this time it will be successful.

Feb 7, 20248 min

Ep 2583Senator Marsha Blackburn Interview

Senator Marsha Blackburn joins the show to talk about her legislation that would make it illegal to block roads like the Hernando Desoto Bridge, and she also examines the Biden administration's actions that have weakened our immigration system and border security. Moreover, you get to hear the Senator discuss her grilling of Facebook Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg in the Senate.

Feb 7, 20247 min

Ep 2582Mom of Mass Shooter Faces 60 Years Behind Bars

Should parents be held responsible for their children's crimes as Jennifer Crumbley is for hers.

Feb 7, 20241h 25m

Ep 2581Senator Brent Taylor Interview

State Senator Brent Taylor joined the show to talk about his legislation to combat traffic stops from protestors, and he also responds to the touching moment from Governor Bill Lee in his State of the State address in which he discusses his wife. Some have called the Senator a "hardliner," and he says he would rather be the "hardliner" so we don't have people that "flatline."

Feb 6, 202412 min

Ep 2580Bob Hendry Discusses Spa Collierville

Owner of Spa Collierville, political commentator, and former congressional candidate Bob Hendry joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about his booming business, Spa Collierville.

Feb 6, 20246 min

Ep 2579Mary Walter Interview

Talk Radio Show Host, Podcaster, and political commentator Mary Walter came on the show to talk about the death of Toby Keith, the media response, and the blockage from Pro-Palestinian protestors at the I-40 Bridge in Memphis.

Feb 6, 202423 min

Ep 2578'He Was a Patriot. There are No Questions.' says Congressman Tim Burchett about Toby Keith

Congressman Tim Burchett, who represents the 2nd Congressional District of Tennessee, joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about the lamestream media and their attacks on Toby Keith. Additionally, he discussed the border bill that has been proposed in the Senate.

Feb 6, 202410 min

Ep 2577Media Accuses Toby Keith of ‘Overt Patriotism’

The media described Keith as “polarizing” and the Associated Press accused him of “overt patriotism.” As if that were a bad thing?

Feb 6, 20241h 25m

Ep 2576Tennessee Republican Party Chairman Scott Golden Interview

Tennessee Republican Party Chairman Scott Golden joined Wake Up Memphis to discuss the 2024 election.

Feb 5, 202411 min

Ep 2575Carrie Schween Joins the Show

Shelby County Republican Women's Club Spokesperson, Carrie Schween, Joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about her experience with Penzeys Spices pro-transgender advertising.

Feb 5, 20245 min

Ep 2574Luke Cymbal Interview

Political strategist Luke Cymbal joined Wake Up Memphis to expound on Senator London Lamar's response to Governor Bill Lee's State of the State address, Senator Brent Taylor's Bill regarding the I-40 Bridge Blocking, and the southern border crisis. Additionally, we were joined by KWAM Owner and nationally syndicated radio host, Todd Starnes.

Feb 5, 202420 min

Ep 2573Steve Gill Interview

Political Contributor Steve Gill joined Wake Up Memphis to discuss the I-40 bridge Blocking in Memphis and the southern border crisis. He also talked about potential Trump Vice Presidential Nominee and Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders' response to the Biden Administrations' mishaps at the southern border.

Feb 5, 202410 min

Ep 2572Memphians Furious Over Mayor City's Response to I-40 Bridge Shutdown

At least one woman had to be air-lifted to a hospital from the Arkansas side of the river because first responders were stuck in traffic.

Feb 5, 20241h 24m

Ep 2571Frank Gattuso and Tony Barraso Talk about Italian Winterfest

Frank Gattuso and Tony Barraso discussed the upcoming Italian Winterfest, and you get to enjoy accordian playing from Tony on Wakeup Memphis.

Feb 2, 202410 min

Ep 2570'We are done:' Memphis Crime Impacts on Hotel Industry

Senator Brent Taylor met with the Memphis Metropolitan Hotel and Lodging Association to address their concerns.

Feb 2, 20241h 25m

Ep 2569Tennessee Bill to Ban Pride Flags

“When you look at the pride flag and what it represents, there’s no denying that it does represent a set of values,” the Republican lawmaker said, explaining that the pride flag represents elevation of “same sex marriage to the same status of traditional marriage.”

Feb 1, 20241h 25m

Ep 2568Political Contributor Steve Gill Interview

Nashville political contributor Steve Gill joins WakeUp Memphis to discuss a range of issues, including a speech by Congressman Steve Cohen of Memphis praising the courage of E. Jean Carroll.

Feb 1, 202410 min

Ep 2567Courtney Jones and Amy Bingham of OhGrate Interview

Courtney Jones and Amy Bingham join WakeUp Memphis to discuss their viral Tiktok about their business, OhGrate.

Feb 1, 202411 min

Ep 2566'We're Raising a Generation of Wimpy Kids:' Robyn Pfaffman

Former Associated Press journalist Robyn Pfaffman told KWAM we are raising a generation of wimpy kids.

Jan 31, 202412 min

Ep 2565Your Money Matters with FCG: Here's Why Fewer Americans Are Quitting Thier Jobs These Days

FCG owner Dennis Plyler and and registered investment advisor Joey Sulipeck told KWAM so-called “quits rate,” or the number of people quitting their jobs as a percentage of overall employment, fell to 2.2%. Go to fcgtn.com to explore all the financial resources FCG offers.

Jan 31, 202413 min

Ep 2564Dr. James Whitmire: This Is the Only Hope for the World

Mid-America Passion Play returns to the Mid-South under the Direction of Dr. James D. Whitmire as Mid-America Seminary & College, Crossroads Baptist Church, and Love Worth Finding Ministries Join Together again for This Presentation.

Jan 31, 202411 min

Ep 2563Voters Must Hold Elected Officials Accountable

TN Secretary of State Says Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett told KWAM That voters must hold elected officials accountable If They Want to Reduce Crime.

Jan 31, 20246 min

Ep 2562Memphis Bookstore Snubs Todd Starnes' Latest Book

PLUS Crime Commission Touts Crime Dropping Across Shelby County

Jan 31, 20241h 26m

Ep 2561We are in a Crisis

27 homicides in the first 28 days of 2024, but the mayor is worried about the city's black swagger and soul.

Jan 30, 20241h 25m

Ep 2560WARZONE: 17 People Shot, 9 Killed Since Friday

Memphis Mayor Says He Wants Folks To See 'Black Wealth' When They Think of Memphis

Jan 29, 20241h 18m

Ep 2559Growing Backlog of Court Cases Delays Justice for Crime Victims, Former DA Says

Growing Backlog of Court Cases Delays Justice for Crime Victims, Former DA Says

Jan 25, 202412 min

Ep 2558Gill Blasts Biden’s Open Borders Immigration Policy

Political Contributor Steve Gill Blasts Biden’s Open Borders Immigration Policy

Jan 25, 20247 min

Ep 2557HAGERTY: This Is Why Democrats Want An Open Southern Border

“It is unconscionable that illegal immigrants and non-citizens are counted toward congressional district apportionment and our electoral map,” said Senator Hagerty

Jan 25, 202410 min

Ep 2556WHERE'S BILL LEE? Republican Govs. Stand with Texas

Oklahoma, Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Montana have announced they are standing with Texas.

Jan 25, 20241h 25m

Ep 2555Liz Peek: Trump 2.0? US CEOs Seem OK With It

LIZ PEEK: Trump 2.0? JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon shocks Davos elites and says bring it on

Jan 24, 202411 min

Ep 2554Your Money Matters with FCG: What Is 'Loud Budgeting' And Can It Save You Money?

FCG experts Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner dive into the latest TikTok trend 'loud budgeting,' a new concept which could hep you save money. Go to fcgtn.com to explore all the financial resources FCG offers.

Jan 24, 202413 min

Ep 2553'OUR CHIEF:' Memphis City Council, Mayor Saves Chief Davis' Hide

Davis will continue serving in an interim capacity until a vote is taken. The date for that vote was not determined Tuesday. It will take seven votes by City Council to bring the vote back.

Jan 24, 20241h 29m

Ep 2552HOOSER: Here Are Trump’s Most Likely Running Mate Picks

National Talk Radio Host Andy Hooser broke down former President Trump's likely running mate picks.

Jan 23, 202411 min

Ep 2551Frank Colvett: What Happens Next If Police Chief CJ Davis Is Fired

Former City Councilman Frank Colvett: What Happens Next If Police Chief CJ Davis Is Fired

Jan 23, 202413 min

Ep 2550‘REHIRE OR FIRE?’ City Council Decides Fate of Police Chief CJ Davis

Plus, Day 7 and Still No U.S. Postal Service in Memphis.

Jan 23, 20241h 25m

Ep 2549Senator Taylor Asks Attorney General To Help Combat Memphis Crime

Senator Brent Taylor sent a letter to Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti requesting a legal opinion on possible solutions to speed the movement of cases through the criminal justice system.

Jan 22, 202412 min

Ep 2548Gill: This Led To DeSantis’ Campaign Failure

DeSantis suspends 2024 campaign, endorses Trump. Political contributor Steve Gill explains why.

Jan 22, 202411 min

Ep 2547Stranded Amazon Trucker Fends of Memphis Thugs & MLGW Issues Boil Advisory for Thousands of Cutomers

A gang of thugs tried to break into an Amazon truck that got stuck in the snow Thursday morning.

Jan 19, 20241h 27m

Ep 2546MLGW President Doug McGowen: How We Prepared for Winter Storms

MLGW President and CEO Doug McGowen gave KWAM the latest on the power grid and how the prepared for extreme weather in 2023.

Jan 17, 20249 min