Wake Up Memphis Podcast

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into Wake Up Memphis to analyze the Orange Mound mass shooting, the National Guard possibly being brought into Memphis, and Mayor Paul Young's comments. KWAM has had 780,000 engagements on Social Media.

Tennessee State Representative Mark White joins the morning show to discuss legislation which addresses what is happening in the General Sessions Court, the Orange Mound mass shooting, and punitive penalties for the Judiciary and DA's office.

Dr. Frederick Tappan, Host of the Frederick Tappan Show, Guest Hosts for Wake Up Memphis Host Ben Deeter.

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to argue that the suspect, who shot MPD Officer McKinney, needed to be in jail to prevent the shooting.

Development and Communications Director for the Salvation Army Amy Speropoulos joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about the work she does with the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army needs volunteers for their Vacation Bible School and Summer Camp. Vacation Bible School is on May 27 and the Summer Camp starts on May 29, running through the end of July. To volunteer, visit their website at salvationarmymemphis.org, and you can follow Amy on Facebook at Amy Speroptv and on X.

Shelby County Commissioner Charlie Caswell joins the morning show to talk about the altercation between a student and teacher at a Memphis High School.

Dr. Frederick Tappan, Host of the Frederick Tappan Show, fills in for Wake Up Memphis Host Ben Deeter.

Congressman Tim Burchett joins the show to talk about President Biden going off the reservation, foreign policy, and big money pulling the strings in Congress. Due to the spin and agenda against President Trump, the Congressman believes Americans' should turn off cable news and stop buying the newspaper.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to discuss the media's excitement over the bogus case against former President Donald Trump, President Biden on the campaign trail, and the Senate's actions on the Secretary Mayorkas impeachment proceedings.

Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner of Financial Consulting Group (FCG) join Wake Up Memphis in studio to react to Mayor Paul Young's speech saying he is increasing property taxes to make up for the 30 million dollar deficit. Moreover, they present solutions to reduce crime in the bluff city, which they believe requires expanding MPD instead of making cuts. Towards the end of the segment, Bill and Joey respond to former University of Memphis President David Rudd's social media post refuting the property tax increase. Additionally, you get an analysis on the latest inflation index, the rise in prices of eggs and gas, financial stability in dating, and the key to success from the School of Hard Knocks.

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to argue that Mayor Paul Young is of the same elk as Tami Sawyer and Rep. Justin Pearson, whom he calls the "Unholy Trinity." Additionally, Mayor Paul Young's property tax increase proposal, caucasians being forced to apologize for their skin color, people moving away from Memphis, possible cuts to MPD, and the Mayor going after KWAM on social media are discussed.

District Attorney for Mississippi's 23rd Judicial District, Matthew Barton, joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to discuss campaigning for DA, the shooting in Southaven at police officers, his podcast, transparency, and his family. He has a wife named Megan and a daughter named Eleanor. You can follow him on X and Facebook.

Layne Provine, Founder and President of Margin of Victory, phones into the morning show to assert that Republicans need to stick to winning issues rather than getting tricked into talking about the issues that Democrats use to hoodwink voters. In addition, he talks about leaving abortion and gun control up to the states and the importance of electing Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk Republican nominee Lisa Arnold. Layne will be speaking and headlining at the Collierville VFW for the "Get Out the Vote Speaker Series" on May 3rd. Please follow him on X.

Tennessee State Representative Mark White calls into the morning show to discuss gun control, the school voucher system, Representative Mary Littleton's bill, and the bail system.

Tipton County Sheriff Shannon Beasley phones into Wake Up Memphis to address the man shot in Memphis who was from Tipton County, fighting crime, and allowing cops to do their jobs.

Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to underscore the money raised for MPD Officer McKinney's family, the need to hold protests at the DA's office and in front of City Hall, Tami Sawyer's remarks on Officer McKinney's death, Senator Marsha Blackburn speaking out on crime in Memphis, and Tom Lee Park. At the end of the interview, you will hear that Todd Starnes was inducted into the "Talkers Heavy Hundreds," and we are the only station in the mid-south to have a host being represented. Todd Starnes is the top-ranked host in the state of Tennessee.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to analyze the street takeover in Downtown Memphis, the murdered MPD cop, the Iran-Israel conflict, and abortion.

United States Senator Marsha Blackburn joins the show to give tough words on the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas, justice for the MPD Officer killed, and the Iranian drone strikes on Israel. Additionally, Senator Blackburn pinpoints the fact that President Biden is appeasing people on the left by not supporting Israel against Iran.

Tennessee State Representative Antonio Parkinson phones into the morning show to give an update on the tragic shooting of three Memphis Police Officers by a man released out on bond.

Tennessee State Senator Brent Taylor phones into Wake Up Memphis to give his take on the shooting that occurred in Memphis, and how what he terms "restorative justice schemers" are letting violent criminals back out on to the streets to commit these crimes.

Congressman John Rose calls into the morning show to talk about the 4th amendment and how it applies to agencies using FISA to spy on Americans and our adversaries, holding Secretary Mayorkas accountable, undecided voters railing against President Biden on MSNBC, excessive spending, and Bidenflation.

Dr. Frederick Tappan phones into the morning show to discuss the three Memphis Police Officers, who were shot during a traffic stop.

Three Memphis Police Officers were shot during a traffic stop when two suspects opened fire. The suspects were also shot. No word on conditions of the officers or the gunmen.

Former Shelby County Commissioner Steve Basar joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about starting a uniform business with his wife, Alpha One Apparel, a potential minimum wage increase, the economy, education, inflation, and jobs going to undocumented workers.

Tom Gresham, Host of Gun Talk Radio, calls into the morning show to talk about Tennessee voting to allow teachers to carry guns in school, the reactions, and the provisions of the law. Visit Tom's website at Guntalk.com.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to talk about the reception President Trump received from African-Americans at a Chick-Fil-A in Atlanta, GA, and how President Trump can win over the African-American vote in 2024. Additionally, he analyzes the rise in inflation and gas prices, as we head into November. Follow Steve Gill on X at The Gill Report.

Tennessee State Representative Ron Gant phones into the morning show to display how legislators should conduct themselves and his two bills, including House Bill 23-86 combating drunk driving.

Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner of Financial Consulting Group (FCG) join Wake Up Memphis in studio to analyze President Biden's attempt to cancel student debt, AOC saying the Biden loan plan will allow folks to travel abroad, the need to do more with trade schools to increase job opportunities, how to spend money, living in a big city financially, not coddling children, investing money, compounding, and building equity (something you own). To contact them, visit their website at [email protected] or call 901-309-2680.

Jim Carney and Jo Gilbert of Madonna Learning Center join Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about their mission to help kids with learning difficulties and the event they will be having on Tuesday at 6:00 pm at The Great Hall and Conference Center in Germantown. Country music singer T. Graham Brown will be singing at the event. To get tickets, call 901-752-5767 or visit their website at Madonna-learning.org.

Political Contributor Scottie Nell Hughes phones into the morning show to argue against men playing in women's sports, and she also reacts to South Carolina Women's Basketball Coach Dawn Staley's comments and President Trump's video on making abortion a state issue.

Luke Cymbal, a political strategist, joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk through his experience with the solar eclipse, challenges facing Mayor Paul Young with the Memphis Police Association, getting tough on crime, the Tennessee Bill making it inappropriate for local dollars to be used for reparations, the petition from Reverend Earle Fisher, and President Trump's video on making abortion a state issue.

Alan Pillow, Director of Operations for Starnes Media Group, phones into the morning show from Arkansas to discuss the solar eclipse.

Tennessee State Representative Kevin Vaughan joins the morning show to highlight the petition from Reverend Earle Fisher to stop the Tennessee bill banning reparations, and he also talks about immigration and issues at the Shelby County Clerk's office.

Todd Starnes calls into the morning show to talk about President Trump's remarks on abortion and its importance to the 2024 election.

Steve Gill phones into the morning show to provide insight into the Pro-Palestinian Protestors chanting "Death to America!" and the Ukraine War.

Jason Caplan, creator of Universal Language Room, sits down with us in studio to describe his experience playing music with Bedouins in Libya and other middle eastern muslims, the Israel and Hamas conflict, and his documentary.

Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to explicate on his book "Twilight's Last Gleaming: Can America Be Saved?", traveling to Phoenix, LA, and Witchita. He will be on the air at our affiliate, KUKM in Witchita. Later on in the the show, the topic of NATO including Ukraine, Israeli air strikes, Jose Andreas' remarks, efforts afoot within the DNC to ensure President Trump is not elected, the Memphis crime Commissions report, and watching the total solar eclipse from Phoenix are highlighted.

Terri Walker with Walker Auctions joins us in studio to promote her documentary that uncovers a cornerstone of American commerce and competition: The Auction Industry. She also talks about being Miss Auctioneer and Artificial Intelligence in the auctioneer industry. Please visit her website at [email protected]

Former Memphis Police Association President Mike Williams calls into the morning show to explain the need for a second lieutenant supervisor role to prevent a Tyre Nichols-like situation from happening again, a Memorandum of Understanding, his conversations with Mayor Paul Young, and Binding Arbitration.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to share news of the solar eclipse, President Trump polling above President Biden nationally and in battleground states, voter registration, Robert F Kennedy Jr., energy independence, and the Ukraine war.