Wake Up Memphis Podcast

Photographer and political activist Patti Possel and businessman and former Navy Chief Antwane Bohanon join the morning show to discuss crime, Biden's student loan forgiveness, new traffic stop laws, and how to hook Democrats into the Republican Party.

Pastor Paul Lawler, Senior Pastor at Christ Church, joins the morning show to share his ministry and how we can see an awakening here in Memphis.

Steve Gill, Political Contributor and Talk Radio Host, joins the show to respond to President Biden calling people, who don't believe in climate change, 'Neanderthals.'' He also gives his take on how President Trump will lead America to fix the border crisis.

Mississippi State Representative and candidate for the United States Senate in Mississippi, Dan Eubanks, joins the morning show to state his case for being the next United States Senator from Mississippi.

Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs and former WWE wrestler, known as "Kane," joins the morning show to talk about the momentum of the Trump campaign after the Michigan Primary and what the Trump movement means for the direction of America. Additionally, Mayor Jacobs discusses the border crisis, and towards the end of the show, he gives insights into his popularity among voters on both sides of the aisle.

Senator Bill Hagerty joins the morning show to discuss his trip to the southern border and his conversation with Eagle Pass Rancher, Martin Walls, and how President Biden's border policies are impacting the border crisis. Furthermore, the Senator asserts that illegal immigration and open border policies caused the death of Laken Riley at the hands of an illegal immigrant in Georgia.

“If you’re coming from Memphis, and you come to Mississippi to commit a crime, we’re not sending you back to Memphis. We’re sending you to Parchman prison,” the DA said.

Financial Consulting Group (FCG) advisors Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner, and former TV Anchor Mearl Purvis join Wake Up Memphis to talk about their storied careers, as well as some economic and financial topics.

Turning Point USA Representatives Anne-Elizabeth Matheny, who is the Ozark Field Representative, Ashley Glasgow, who is the South Central Regional Manager, and Hailey Leasure, who is the Chapter President at The University of Memphis, join the morning show to discuss how they are reaching young voters and the most important political issues of concern on college campuses.

Former TV hosts Joey Sulipeck and Mearl Purvis sit down together for the first time in almost 2 years on KWAM’s morning show Wednesday.

TV Personality Judge Joe Brown joins the morning show to discuss solutions for Memphis crime and controversies surrounding Fulton County, Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis.

Mill Creek Podcast Host and Editor Steve Abramowicz joins the morning show to discuss Congressman Mark Green possibly running for re-election, Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones calling his colleagues white supremacists, and his podcast.

Mayor Young says he's been meeting with gang leaders and they "pinky swore" to stop killing and stealing if they are provided good jobs and more activities at the community center.

Cathy Waterbury, Executive Director at Confidential Care Mobile Ministry, joins us in studio to respond to California Governor Gavin Newsom's attacks on pro-life conservatives nationally, as well as here in Tennessee. Additionally, she underscores the fact that Tennessee Republicans are standing strong with the Parental Rights Bill being proposed by the legislature.

Political Contributor and Talk Radio Host Steve Gill calls into the show to talk about Biden's bedroom behavior, the results of the South Carolina Primary and fallout, and the LGBTQ protest in Nashville.

Robyn Pfaffman, American and former AP journalist, joins the show to discuss crime and the impact illegal immigration is having on it. Moreover, she argues that young people will see their friends being victimized by crime and change their votes to Republican.

Memphis Pastor Shot in Church Parking Lot Trying to Stop Car Theft.

Shelby County Commissioner Charlie Caswell and Dr. Fred Tappan join the morning show to discuss solutions for crime, minimum wage, controversies at the County Clerk's office, and the impact of smart phones on the Gen Z generation.

Fox News and The Hill Contributor Liz Peek joins the morning show to discuss the shift of the narrative of Vice President Kamala Harris and whether or not Democrats will allow President Biden to represent them in November. Additionally, she argues that Biden's student loan forgiveness program is meant to pander to young voters for the election.

Pamela Furr, with Americans for Prosperity, joins the show to discuss the recent phone line outages across Shelby County and how to prepare if a solar flare were to occur.

Do you support raising the minimum wage from $7.25 to $20 an hour?

Tennessee Young Republicans Chairman Stevie Giorno joins the show to discuss the Republican messaging and strategy for the 2024 election, as well as President Biden's health. He mentions that Republicans need to more effectively counter the Democrats efforts to court young voters. Democrats have been better at getting celebrity and professional athlete endorsements of their candidates, which Stevie believes gives them an edge with young voters. As a candidate to be a Trump delegate for the 2024 Republican National Convention, Stevie will appreciate your vote to send him there.

Plus, DA Steve Mulroy says crime is the first thing he thinks about when he wakes up.

Financial Consulting Group (FCG) Advisor and Consultant Joey Sulipeck and Owner Dennis Plyler join the show to give our listeners an economic update, as well as their take on how Bidenomics is working.

Newsmax correspondent and KWAM alum, Caleb Parke, joins the show to discuss the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary, including President Trump's VP shortlist and Ambassador Nikki Haley's status in the primary. Caleb believes Haley will not drop out of the race, but will be forced out of the race after Super Tuesday.

'This Must Stop:' City Council GRILLS CJ Davis over Street Takeovers.

Tennessee State Representative Ron Gant joins the show to discuss co-sponsoring a multi-faceted bill, which includes banning cold beer from convenient stores.

Talk Radio Host and Political Commentator Mary Walter calls into the show to discuss the Trump Civil Case, trucking boycott, Nikki Haley's decision to pardon President Trump if elected, and her possible exit from the primary.

Decarcerate Memphis has their britches in a bunch because MPD is pulling over more blacks than whites.

Political Contributor and Owner of Spa Collierville, Bob Hendry, joins the show to talk through the job our District Attorney's office and Judges are doing.

Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright joins the show to discuss the big issue of the day in Shelby County, crime, and what the Commission can do to keep businesses here.

Long-time local Democrat Carol Chumney, who sat on the bench during the Ja Morant trial and serves as Shelby County Circuit Court Judge, joins the show to discuss how high-profile cases differ from "run-of-the-mill cases." In addition, she talks about her book and "The Kids Court Program," which she will run with Dr. Frederick Tappan.

Freddrick Tappan guest hosts WUM this morning. Give us a call at 901-260-5926

Shelby County Republican Party Chairman Cary Vaughn joins the show to discuss the Republican Party strategy for the upcoming elections, with an emphasis on party unity and cohesion, and "get out the vote" efforts.

Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright and Shelly Cheng, of Conservative Women of Collierville, stop by the show to discuss coffee, crime, accountability, the Tennessee gas station cold beer ban bill, the Gen Z generation, and restaurant tipping.

The Embattled Fulton County DA and her ex-lover were in court yesterday, grilled over the timeline and nature of their relationship.

Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk candidate Lisa Arnold joins the show to talk about her campaign and plans for leading the General Sessions Court Clerk's office.

KWAM Owner and Nationally Syndicated Radio Host, Todd Starnes, joins the show to elucidate on the Tennessee bill to ban gas station beer, a Tennessee bill that would add 10 words to the law stating a person is not required to officiate a marriage if they have an objection to officiating that marriage based on their conscious and religious beliefs, potential Russian nuclear weapons in outer space, and the motives of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Parade shooting suspects.

Political Contributor Steve Gill joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss Congressman Mark Green's decision not to seek re-election, possible run for Governor of Tennessee, or possible appointment to the Trump Campaign and Cabinet. Additionally, Gill argues that the House should not proceed with the Ukraine Aid Package. At the end of the interview, the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade shooting is discussed.

Two Republican lawmakers introduced a bill that would ban the sale of refrigerated or cold beer in Tennessee. Sen. Paul Rose and Rep. Ron Gant are sponsoring the bill, aimed at curbing drunk driving.

FCG consultants Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner join the show to talk about marriage, finances, and more! Check out their website at fcgtn.com.

Tennessee Stands Director, Gary Humble, joins the show to talk about a Tennessee General Assembly bill that limits the types of flags teachers can have in the classroom, as well as a bathroom bill, which would prevent businesses from setting their own rules about bathroom access.

Congressman David Kustoff, who represents Tennessee's 8th Congressional District, joins the show to highlight his vote on impeaching DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the border crisis, and President Biden's memory issues.

Plus, Middle School Replaces Valentine's Day with "Random Acts of Kindness."

Democratic Tennessee State Representative Antonio Parkinson joins Wake Up Memphis to talk about being authentic as a leader and the state of our state.

Whitehaven Republican Party representative and CEO of Mosely Tax and Accounting Services, Melanie Mosely, joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss courting African-American voters into the Republican Party, crime, Congressman Steve Cohen's Twitter comments about the Black National Anthem, and her highly respected business, Mosely Tax and Accounting Services.

Richard Archie, Tennessee Firearms Association Director, joins the show to talk about Senate Bill 16-86, introduced by Democratic Tennessee State Senator London Lamar, which would allow local bodies to decide if their counties can authorize Permitless Carry.

The man police say is responsible for going on a deadly crime spree will go before a judge today.

Tennessee State Senator Brent Taylor joins the show to discuss his bill, regarding bail, that will elevate to the top consideration the issue of "threat to the public." Furthermore, Senator Taylor's bill will require judges to consider public safety as the top priority, when setting bail.

Michael Pugh from Pugh's Flowers, which was founded in 1976, joins the show to talk about their products and four retail flower locations.