On today's show Bill talks with John J. Smithbaker, author of Man Enough to Forgive: Healing the Wounds of Fatherhood Abandonment.

On today's show Bill talks with John J. Smithbaker, author of Man Enough to Forgive: Healing the Wounds of Fatherhood Abandonment.

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At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.  He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state. 

At the intersection of faith &amp; life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.&nbsp; Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.
Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.&nbsp;

At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

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At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particularly conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.  He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.

At the intersection of faith &amp; life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.&nbsp; Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particularly conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.
Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.

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In this timely edition of The Bill Bunkley Show, Bill dives deep into the just-concluded Hillsborough County Commission workshop on the Tampa Bay Rays' ambitious proposal for a brand-new $2.3 billion state-of-the-art stadium on the footprint of Hillsborough Community College's Dale Mabry campus in Tampa. With the Rays ownership committing to roughly half the cost, the debate centers on over $1 billion in potential public funding — including $750 million from county sources like the Community Investment Tax (CIT) — amid vocal opposition, threats of lawsuits, traffic concerns along Dale Mabry and surrounding routes, and questions about economic returns, hotels, retail, and creating a major sports complex near Raymond James Stadium and Steinbrenner Field. Bill weighs the pros and cons of keeping MLB in the Tampa Bay area versus the risks to taxpayers and daily commuters, while noting the tight June 1 deadline and upcoming Tampa City Council discussions.

The show also features an exclusive interview with former U.S. Congressman Bob Livingston, author of the powerful new memoir The Rainbow Chaser: The Man Who Gambled for Success and Broke Even. Livingston shares his firsthand battle against weaponized lawfare by the Biden-Garland Justice Department, abuses of prosecutorial power, deep state tactics, and his proposals for holding rogue prosecutors accountable — drawing parallels to cases involving President Trump and others. Plus, breaking news on President Trump's announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, updates on the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, a special segment with Dr. Dennis Black of Rough Greens on improving your dogs' and cats' health with live nutrients, and positive notes on the Tampa Bay Lightning and Rays' strong starts. Tune in for faith-informed conservative analysis at the intersection of local issues, national politics, and everyday life.

 

 
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In this timely edition of The Bill Bunkley Show, Bill dives deep into the just-concluded Hillsborough County Commission workshop on the Tampa Bay Rays' ambitious proposal for a brand-new $2.3 billion state-of-the-art stadium on the footprint of Hillsborough Community College's Dale Mabry campus in Tampa. With the Rays ownership committing to roughly half the cost, the debate centers on over $1 billion in potential public funding &mdash; including $750 million from county sources like the Community Investment Tax (CIT) &mdash; amid vocal opposition, threats of lawsuits, traffic concerns along Dale Mabry and surrounding routes, and questions about economic returns, hotels, retail, and creating a major sports complex near Raymond James Stadium and Steinbrenner Field. Bill weighs the pros and cons of keeping MLB in the Tampa Bay area versus the risks to taxpayers and daily commuters, while noting the tight June 1 deadline and upcoming Tampa City Council discussions.
The show also features an exclusive interview with former U.S. Congressman Bob Livingston, author of the powerful new memoir The Rainbow Chaser: The Man Who Gambled for Success and Broke Even. Livingston shares his firsthand battle against weaponized lawfare by the Biden-Garland Justice Department, abuses of prosecutorial power, deep state tactics, and his proposals for holding rogue prosecutors accountable &mdash; drawing parallels to cases involving President Trump and others. Plus, breaking news on President Trump's announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, updates on the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, a special segment with Dr. Dennis Black of Rough Greens on improving your dogs' and cats' health with live nutrients, and positive notes on the Tampa Bay Lightning and Rays' strong starts. Tune in for faith-informed conservative analysis at the intersection of local issues, national politics, and everyday life.
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Tampa Bay Rays Stadium Showdown: Taxpayer Billions, Traffic Chaos, and a June Deadline in Hillsborough County

Today on The Bill Bunkley Show, it’s Tax Day 2026 and Bill breaks down everything you need to know about filing your taxes — including whether you should file an extension before the deadline. In uplifting news, a Pro-Life father has secured over $1 million in a major settlement after an unjust government house raid, a significant victory for parental rights and accountability. Special guest Actor and Filmmaker Jonathan Blair joins the show to discuss his powerful new movie “A Great Awakening.” Plus, Melania Trump delivers important testimony before a Congressional committee on critical foster care reform. In Florida, the Legislature remains stalled with no budget deal and no redistricting agreement as the session nears its end. All this and much more on today’s episode of The Bill Bunkley Show.

 

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 #TaxDeadline #GovernmentOverreach #LawsuitWin #ConservativeTalk #ChristianMovie #FamilyValues #PoliticalNews #NewsRoundup #MelaniaSpeaks #AwakeningFilm

Today on The Bill Bunkley Show, it&rsquo;s Tax Day 2026 and Bill breaks down everything you need to know about filing your taxes &mdash; including whether you should file an extension before the deadline. In uplifting news, a Pro-Life father has secured over $1 million in a major settlement after an unjust government house raid, a significant victory for parental rights and accountability. Special guest Actor and Filmmaker Jonathan Blair joins the show to discuss his powerful new movie &ldquo;A Great Awakening.&rdquo; Plus, Melania Trump delivers important testimony before a Congressional committee on critical foster care reform. In Florida, the Legislature remains stalled with no budget deal and no redistricting agreement as the session nears its end. All this and much more on today&rsquo;s episode of The Bill Bunkley Show.
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Tax Day Extension Panic, $1M+ Pro-Life Daddy Victory, Melania Trump on Foster Care & More"

On today’s explosive episode of The Bill Bunkley Show, Bill dives deep into the escalating global tensions as the United States considers or implements a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the critical chokepoint that controls nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply. Is this a necessary national security move or a dangerous escalation that could send energy prices skyrocketing? Bill also takes on Washington directly: Do members of Congress truly believe they are above the law? From insider trading scandals to special exemptions, the arrogance in the halls of power is getting harder to ignore.

Special guest author A.J. Rice joins the show to discuss his bold and provocative new book “The White Privileged Album” — a no-holds-barred cultural and political commentary that challenges today’s dominant narratives on race, privilege, and identity in America. Plus, in a lighter but fascinating segment, Bill explores the future of transportation: Would you ditch your car for a low-level electric air taxi or eVTOL helicopter-style aircraft? Get ready for sharp analysis, unfiltered opinions, real talk, and plenty of listener interaction on today’s must-hear edition of The Bill Bunkley Show.

 

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 #OilCrisis #EnergySecurity #PrivilegeDebate #CulturalCommentary #FutureOfTransportation #FlyingCars #PoliticalAccountability #AmericaFirst #FreeSpeech #HotTopics

On today&rsquo;s explosive episode of The Bill Bunkley Show, Bill dives deep into the escalating global tensions as the United States considers or implements a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the critical chokepoint that controls nearly 20% of the world&rsquo;s oil supply. Is this a necessary national security move or a dangerous escalation that could send energy prices skyrocketing? Bill also takes on Washington directly: Do members of Congress truly believe they are above the law? From insider trading scandals to special exemptions, the arrogance in the halls of power is getting harder to ignore.
Special guest author A.J. Rice joins the show to discuss his bold and provocative new book &ldquo;The White Privileged Album&rdquo; &mdash; a no-holds-barred cultural and political commentary that challenges today&rsquo;s dominant narratives on race, privilege, and identity in America. Plus, in a lighter but fascinating segment, Bill explores the future of transportation: Would you ditch your car for a low-level electric air taxi or eVTOL helicopter-style aircraft? Get ready for sharp analysis, unfiltered opinions, real talk, and plenty of listener interaction on today&rsquo;s must-hear edition of The Bill Bunkley Show.
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&nbsp;#BillBunkleyShow #StraitOfHormuz #HormuzBlockade #CongressAboveTheLaw #AJRice #TheWhitePrivilegedAlbum #ElectricAirTaxi #eVTOL #AirTaxis #WashingtonCorruption #NationalSecurity #PoliticalTalk #ConservativeTalk #TalkRadio
&nbsp;#OilCrisis #EnergySecurity #PrivilegeDebate #CulturalCommentary #FutureOfTransportation #FlyingCars #PoliticalAccountability #AmericaFirst #FreeSpeech #HotTopics

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