Nation of Jake

In an effort to reopen DHS, House Republicans rejected a funding bill passed by the Senate, prolonging a six-week shutdown. TSA officers will receive funding, according to an executive order signed by President Trump. Should TSA just be shutdown, though? Also on the show: Cocaine sharks, golf legend Tiger Woods was arrested for DUI (again) after a car crash in Florida, WVNN's Dale Jackson hangs out to talk baseball, and Marvin Stockwell calls in to talk about Baron Von Opperbean on Mud Island!

Baseball is back which means we filter through our listeners' favorite MLB teams for approval. Not only that, suggestions for your favorite walk-up songs are BACK! TN Rep. David Kustoff also hangs out, revealing his favorite baseball team, and his thoughts on Trump's MSTF visit on Monday. Also on the show: WHAT'S IN THE BOX!? The mystery gift to Trump from Iran is finally revealed, we discuss if Tennessee should get rid of the grocery tax, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joined the show to talk about the latest political headlines. 

Memphis babies (according to Yolanda Cooper-Sutton) need a bedtime. Unsupervised teens running around the city has sparked fights in downtown Memphis, and now shootings in broad daylight at Tom Lee Park. Their parents don't care, so now the city NEEDS to step in. Also on the show: We sort through EVERY suggestion for the new hockey team at the Landers Center. From the Mississippi Mudcats, Bluff City Growlers, and Desoto Destroyers, we shoutout our favorites. Oh, and we talk a robot takeover at the White House. 

During Trump's Memphis visit, there were two notable faces missing from the roundtable and now they got something to say a day later. DA Steve Mulroy and Mayor Paul Young "provide context" to the data used for the Memphis Safe Task Force and we break it all down. Also on the show: actor Alan Ritchson laid the hammer down on his neighbor and his body cam footage revealed way more than the neighbor initially explained, Iran presents Trump with a mystery gift, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia. 

Air Force One touched down in Memphis this morning amid PLENTY of local leaders like Justin J. Pearson leading protests against his visit. We breakdown all the soundclips from the Memphis Safe Task Force roundtable, and his surprise visit to Graceland.  Also on the show: Where does Memphis rank in America's fatass list? We also cover Alan Ritchson beating his neighbor in Nashville, teens raided downtown Memphis over the weekend, and Mayor Paul Young gives a presser right after Trump's visit. 

Chuck Norris didn’t kick the bucket, he roundhouse kicked the bucket’s ass. Legendary gets tossed around but the passing of Chuck Norris truly reminded us what a legend he really was. We celebrate his life with reactions across social media, some Chuck Norris facts, and our memories of him. Also on the show: WVNN's Dale Jackson joined the show to talk about Chuck's legacy and political headlines, Dr. Marie Feagins filed a second lawsuit against MSCS for gender discrimination, and it's March Madness Not-So Spectacular Part 2. 

Brackets will be busted! Across the nation, no work is getting done as millions of Americans are distracted looking at tv/computer screens. It's News & Hoops today and we play two rounds of NAME THAT SCHOOL'S MASCOT, and it's harder than we thought. Also on the show: President Trump makes the most obvious joke ever at the expense of the Japanese, we advocate for tip jars at TSA, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins the show to talk about Netanyahu's announcement of life and ending the Iran regime. 

Trump's NOT welcome in Memphis! At least that's according to J.B. Smiley, but we came up with better names that most Memphians feel stronger about. John Calipari, Wanda Halbert, and even Chandler Parsons were mentioned but one stood above the rest. We reveal Memphis' most hated. Also on the show: the trial of this century? Afro Man's lemon pound cake lawsuit is as silly as it sounds, with plenty of soundbites to break down the story. We also reveal why Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's visit to Rhodes College isn't popular, and today's Wheel of Weird story. 

From Shepherd's Pie, a pint o' Guinness, House of Pain, and even Ireland's President that can't acknowledge Saint Patrick as a Saint, we cover the best and worst things about Ireland. When was the last time you were pinched for not wearing green? Also on the show: Where should President Trump eat at in Memphis next Monday? Also, James Talerico blames MAGA for his clips being used against him, and we play two rounds of Impossible Memphis Trivia Tuesday. 

The rumor that Iran's next supreme leader is gay is apparently hilarious to President Trump. It was revealed that the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's son, the incoming leader, is gay, and his father was worried that this made him unfit to lead the Islamic Republic. The irony... Also on the show: Several clips and moments from last night's Oscars, the real-life Thanos aka Paul Ralph Ehrlich has passed on and we deep dive into all his shining moments, and Mayor Paul Young plans on keeping idle hands unidle during spring break. 

On this Friday the 13th, it's all about the Strait of Hormuz, as its effectively blocked following Iranian retaliatory attacks on shipping. The US-Israeli strike-related situation has resulted in significant fluctuation in the price of oil globally, and WVNN's Dale Jackson joins the show to talk all about it.  Also on the show: we get a surprise call from the King of Millington, Terry Roland, to explain all the recent chaos in his city. We also go over the media's "not-so terror attacks", Whoopi Goldberg's Iran War conspiracy, and our Maxterpiece Theater of the Day. 

ICE arrested a Memphis Business Academy high school student and soccer player while traveling to a school soccer game. Student walkouts and community campaigning, including visits from Rep. Gabby Salinas to support the student and demand his release, were sparked by the incident. Also on the show: MLGW changed up their classic outage map for no reason, the NYPD Chief that went viral for jumping a barricade in an attempted terror attack spoke out, and the manager of Team USA for the WBC botched the game vs the Italians!

Not only is Brent Taylor pushing for legislation to create an appointed state oversight board for local schools, parents want it too! In recent years, trust in the school district has been low, especially following the controversial dismissal of Dr. Marie Feagins, and parents have had enough! Also on the show: some women want female Uber drivers, Gene Simmons tells celebrities to "shut the f up" about politics, AI is being used to locate the attempted MPD cop killer, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia Tuesday. 

After tossing improvised explosives at an anti-Islamic protest in NYC on Saturday, two teens were charged with terrorism. We break down how Mamdani and the New York Times reacted, and the suspects aspirations of wanting it to be "bigger than Boston (bombing)." Also on the show: the NBA cancels "Magic City Night" for the Atlanta Hawks, people are still arguing against Daylight Savings, legalization for recreational weed, Trump addresses the media regarding Iran, and Rivera gives a food review on McD's Big Arch Burger. 

Memphis-Shelby County School leaders vehemently opposed a potential state takeover of the district and presented a new plan to transform local schools. They REALLY don't like the idea of Sen. Brent Taylor's developing legislation to establish an appointed state oversight board for local schools. Also on the show: gay maps and racist bridges, WVNN's Dale Jackson stops by to talk about the latest political headlines, Biden claims to be the smartest in the room at Rev. Jesse Jackson's memorial, and today's Maxterpiece Theater. 

Experience is everything, and "The Apprentice" on President Trump's resume is coming in handy. He revealed he will involved in picking Iran's new leader, just like with Venezuela, and is still urging the Iranian people to "help take back your country" and granting them full immunity.  Also on the show: Kristi Noem is being replaced as DHS Secretary with Markwayne Mullin, Wendy's has a six-figure tasting position available, and the latest on the lawsuit brought on by Memphis leaders arguing Gov. Bill Lee overstepped by ordering National Guard troops to Memphis. 

Texas Democrat James Talerico has many negatives and one positive. The one positive - he beat Jasmine Crockett and she's butthurt and blaming Republicans. The negatives - he leans heavy on his Christian faith for his campaign but supports things like abortion, transgenderism, and God identifying as non-binary. Also on the show: One of our listeners takes the US Practice Civics test, Epic Fury updates continue, Wendy's president enters the fast-food burger wars, the passing of legendary football coach Lou Holtz, and today's Wheel of Weird: Bad Vibrations. 

The son of Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Mojtaba Khamenei, was selected to replace him as supreme leader of Iran, which is basically a fancy title for a death sentence. We react to John Fetterman, Marco Rubio, and Trump on the ongoing strikes. Also on the show: the dumbest professional baseball player, the Battle of the Burgers as both McDonald's CEO and Burger King's CEO double down on filming their "products", and two rounds of Impossible Trivia Tuesday. 

Liberation! President Trump's surprise move on the Islamic Regime and the Ayatollah in Iran has been mostly praised. Iranians across the globe have been thanking Trump while dancing in the streets, but just like Venezuela, the never-Trumpers are bashing the bombings. Also on the show: Vice President JD Vance has been noticeably missing the midst of the news, Trump is a crusty old man, and the CEO of McDonalds is getting memed online after tasting a McD's burger. 

Once a liar, always a liar, right? Former President Bill Clinton testified during a House Epstein investigation and he claimed he "did nothing wrong", was unaware of any crimes Jeffrey Epstein committed, and that President Trump was never involved either. Should we believe him? Also on the show, Judge Joe Brown calls in to talk about getting kicked out of the Republican ballot for County Mayor, Dale Jackson hangs out to talk the latest headlines, Producer Rivera gets featured on Good Morning America, and today's Maxterpiece Theater. 

When Democrats refused to stand at Trump's challenge at the State of the Union,  everyone and their grandma knew that was both the most iconic moment AND the easiest layup of an advertisement. We react to the commercial and other political headlines. Also on the show: Judge Joe Brown has been dropped from the Republican ballot for Shelby Co. Mayor, Kool-Aid pickles are apparently a Memphis staple, a Back to the Future star is facing a lawsuit for battery, and we list our preferred fast-food joints. 

The longest State of the Union Address, and there's plenty to talk about. From challenging Democrats straight up, awarding prestigious civilian awards, half the room sitting down, and shouting matches with Ilhan Omar, we break down the most memorable moments.  Also on the show: Joey Chestnut is coming to Memphis and we name the best Memphis foods for an eating competition, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's latest, Mold-A-Rama is back at the Memphis Zoo, and we spin the Wheel of Weird. 

This may be the most dramatic State of the Union address ever. The gold-winning USA hockey team will be at the address, which shouldn't be a problem since 70 Democrats are refusing to make an appearance. Why are people so mad at the hockey team? We break it all down.  Also on the show: one of the democrats said they'd "rather stick needles in their eyeballs" than attend the State of the Union, we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia, and JB Smiley talks in the third person for some weird reason. 

The first debate for the Democratic nominees for Shelby County Mayor are scheduled and its full of familiar faces, some that already hold government positions. Is Memphis worse off by having serial office holders swapping places instead of bringing in new faces and visions? Also on the show: Mexican cartel CJNG wreaks havoc across Mexico after their boss was killed during a military operation, the N-word was shouted during the BAFTA's by a man suffering from Tourette's syndrome, and Jake gives a recap from his ski adventure in Colorado.  

Hallmark- we mean love - is in the air! We break down the history behind Valentine's Day and the ways Jake and Rivera celebrate, including how our listeners celebrate. What better way to celebrate love than some Van Halen records and some chocolate? Also on the show: The New York Giants new football coach sounds like Joe Biden, a Democrat-turned Republican is now running for Shelby County Mayor, and WVNN's Dale Jackson joins the show to talk about the latest headlines. 

Are married/divorced women in jeopardy of voting after the recent SAVE Act? First, the argument used against Voter ID was that certain races don't have the resources to acquire a Voter ID, and now the goal post has been moved to gender. Jake breaks down why the outrage is misplaced. Also on the show: RFK talks about snorting cocaine off a toilet seat, we celebrate Abe Lincoln's birthday with a rocking song about our 16th President, written by Jake, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins the show to talk about the latest political headlines. 

The Winter Olympics have felt more political than it has athletic. Eileen Gu has been called out by President Trump and now Enes Kanter Freedom for choosing to represent China instead of the USA, where she was born. We break down why her decision has been so controversial. Also on the show: our listeners tell us the craziest meat they've ever tried, Memphis is trying to develop starter homes to draw in new Memphians instead of improving safer streets and better schools, and an Irishman gets deported. 

Jake didn't win 1st in the Region, 4th in State in the 1994 National Spanish Exam for nothing. He puts his Español to use with his own reggaeton song while Rivera breaks down the ridiculous lyrics. It goes to show how fun Spanish music can be despite awful writing.  Also on the show: the Epstein Files for Dummies (or just kids), the FBI released the first images from Nancy Guthrie's RING doorbell camera showing the masked person of interest, IKEA is leaving Memphis after 10 years, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia. 

Instead of "did you watch the game last night", it's now "did you watch the halftime show last night?" Bad Bunny's performance is now a litmus test of who's side you are on. Politically, if you like it: you are lefty. If you didn't like it: you are a racist. And how about that TPUSA show? Also on the show: the commercials were mainly forgettable with the exception of one featuring Mike Tyson, Memphis-Shelby County Schools finally reopen after 2 weeks, and the Seahawks beat the Patriots last night. 

Is the bigger headline the big game or Bad Bunny's halftime performance? Several NFL players and even Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson had quite a bit to say about the Grammy-winning artist and we react to it. 3-Time Super Bowl winner Randy Cross joins the show to give us a SB preview. Also on the show: a nationally viral clip shows a US Marshall kicking a dog in North MS, Lin Neal joins the show to celebrate 4 years of The Real Deal Racing Report, and Dale Jackson joined the show to talk about student walkout protests. 

This is ABSOLUTE GARBAGE. Ice is mostly melted in roads across Memphis, but the Solid Waste Division is postponing yet another day of trash collection over a week after the snowstorm. Why couldn't they just get up, evaluate on a case to case basis, and get back to work?  Also on the show: Savannah Guthrie releases an emotional video to her mother's ransom note, Ja Watch has been postponed for the summer, AOC praises Don Lemon for his bravery, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins the show to talk about the latest headlines. 

First Don Lemon gets arrested for "committing journalism", and today the Washington Post has announced they are laying off one-third of its newsroom. The entire sports department was eliminated as part of the mass layoff, which has led to people believing journalism is under attack.  Also on the show: updates on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, Ja Watch continues to heat up with one day left until the NBA Trade Deadline, and we break down Dr. Edmund Ford's Jr.'s Nixonian/Trumpian resignation letter from the County Commission.

"Ja Watch" is heating up more than ever. Memphis has traded Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz, signaling the end of the NXTGEN era and the start of a full rebuild. We break down the details, and if the rebuilding direction is good for the future of Memphis.  Also on the show: Don Lemon makes his first appearance on tv with Jimmy Kimmel, NBC's Savannah Guthrie's mother is still missing and some reports indicate an abduction, and schools are still shut down as the ice still lingers. 

Punxsutawney Phil has seen his shadow, so 6 more weeks of winter! Speaking of winter, we bring you updates on major outages STILL in Nashville, the fatality counts in Tennessee counties, and Elon Musk's donation of thousands of generators to Nashville and Tippah County, Mississippi. Also on the show: the Grammy's last night sparked several viral moments including Billie Eilish claiming the US is stolen land, Edmund Ford Jr. pled guilty to tax evasion, and millions are planning to boycott the Super Bowl's halftime show of Bad Bunny. 

FAFO hits hard, especially when you are asking for it. Weeks after his involvement in the church storming in Minnesota and goading Pam Bondi to arrest him, the Trump Administration put out a meme-y post announcing the arrest of Don Lemon. We break down why he wasn't covering the crime; He was connected. Also on the show: Bruce Springsteen released a super cringey song about the Minnesota protests, two members of the Memphis City Council believe the Mid-South snowstorm was fake, and WVNN host Dale Jackson joins the show to talk the latest headlines. 

Memphians are frustrated with Memphis government officials for their negligence and incompetence in handling frozen city streets. We break down how many snowplows the city owns versus how Dallas has been on the ball with LESS snowplows. They had a week to prepare! Also on the show: Giancarlo Esposito calls for a revolution in DC, Rep. David Kustoff joins the show to talk about his favorite actor and the ongoing chaos in Minnesota, and Ron Hart joins to talk about his Melania movie screening in Mar-a-Lago. 

Memphis is FROZEN. People are still stuck at home, and the conditions on the road have continued to cause problems for drivers. In other "ICE news", a BBC video has gone viral revealing Alex Pretti a week before his death, where he is shown attacking an ICE patrol car and acting nuts. Also on the show: clips are now spreading of ICU nurses suggesting other nurses to load syringes with substances to use against ICE agents, Jimmy Kimmel finds another reason to shed tears on his program, and Ilhan Omar gets assaulted by a weird fat guy. 

Roads are still icy in the Bluff City, but Mayor Paul Young has another ICE on his mind!  Jake's pleased to announce the sequel to a beloved childhood film of his? WHY do we honor Mr. Toilet himself, Thomas Crapper, today?! 

MLGW President Doug McGowen deserves to take a victory lap for his handling of Winter Storm 2026. "Under promise, over deliver!" Minneapolis Minnesota, the "Ground Zero for Lunacy" as yet another ICE involved shooting takes place.  Happy bday, Australia! How and WHY do folks down under celebrate such an occasion with "cockroach racing?!"

Are you prepared for the snow storm of all snow storms? Is your pantry, fridge, and garage fridge all stocked up? Memphis is now flooding every store in preparation for certain power outage and pipe bursts, and that's according to MLGW CEO Doug McGowan.  Also on the show: we play an hour 1 Namedrop, and list off some of the things on our to-do list while we're stuck at home for the next 2 days. 

Memphians are panic purchasing, shelves all over the city are getting cleared out, and word on the street is 1994 winter storm 2.0. We break down all the images we received from our listeners, and try to come up with a better name than the one that's been coined: Winter Storm Fern. Also on the show: Jake is pumped for Masters of the Universe trailer that just released, an oddball reporter goes viral for repeatedly pushing questions on ICE to tennis players at the Australian Open, and Gavin Newsom cashes in on his kneepad joke in Davos. 

Besides the impending winter storm, the next big story is Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He doesn't hold back on his thoughts concerning Greenland, takes credit for all of Europe not speaking German today, and blocks Gov. Newsom from talking to media. Also on the show: WINTER SNOWPOCALYPSE, INCOMING DOOM, right? We tone it down a notch and give you practical ways to prepare. We also break down the nominations for the Razzie's (aka: the worst movies from last year), and if Trump used sonic weapons in Venezuela. 

Memphis is bracing for this weekend's anticipated mega snowfall. Some reports are indicating at least 6", with higher totals possible in other parts of the Mid-South. We list our essential food items in case we get snowwed in for the weekend in order of importance.  Also on the show: we give you some Ja dropping news as we continue Ja Watch, Trump calls out Don Lemon during a Presidential Address, we discover that Tennessee has 12 official state songs, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia. 

On Sunday, churches in Minnesota were wiped clean after Don Lemon and other anti-ICE agitators confronted worshippers. According to Lemon, he was simply "committing journalism" and believes he shouldn't face charges by simply documenting supremacists in church. Also on the show: Jake argues for weight-based flight prices, Targets in St. Paul Minnesota become ground-zero for protest sit-ins, Billy Bob Thornton shouts out a notable clothing store in downtown Memphis, and are we getting 20 inches of snow this weekend?

A monumental day in Memphis politics! That's according to Rep. Justin J. Pearson who, along with hundreds of Memphians, decided to go to former Vice President Kamala Harris' book tour event at the Orpheum last night. Was it sold out, or was it "sold out"? Also on the show: Kreston the Sax Offender drops in the studio as we play some "Guess That Tune" for two segments, syndicated columnist joins the show to talk about the latest political headlines, and WVNN host Dale Jackson drops by. 

Several methods have been used to combat ICE agents in American cities. The main ones are people blocking ICE vehicles, but one man we highlighted on today's show proposed his city dump snow and ice to block vehicles. And now, the Black Panthers are stepping in with more serious tactics. Also on the show: Kamala Harris is in Memphis for her panel at the Orpheum, we remain on Ja Watch, as Ja Morant's impending trade gets closer and closer, and we break down the latest reform for Memphis jails in 2026. 

Calories in, calories out is wrong. Forget what you thought you knew, because Oprah Winfrey cracked the code during her appearance on The View on why obese people eat so much. And no, it's not because they overeat, and no, it's not their fault; it never is. Also on the show: the POTUS heckler at the Ford plant that got the Presidential middle finger has nearly $500K raised from a GoFundMe someone started for him. Don't expect him to pull a Mickey Rourke, either. We also give you the latest on the Memphis Safe Task Force. 

President Trump's visit to the Michigan Ford plant went viral after someone calling him a "pedophile protector" received a presidential middle finger from the Don himself. Not only that, Trump even mouthed a FU at him. We break down why this was great,  Also on the show: Mike Tomlin finally leaves Pittsburgh after 19 years and never having a losing record, one of our listeners has a little too much fun with AI, Stephen A. Smith has a slipup on ESPN, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia. 

"No Ice, No Ice" are the chants heard during the anti-ICE protests in Memphis, which sounds more like a drink order at Hueys. These protests are amid last week's death of Renee Good, which is now the latest virtue signal celebrities are pouncing on at last night's Golden Globes. Also on the show: Rivera is back and shares his surfing tales from his time in Costa Rica, NYC Mayor Mamdani is advocating for public toilets, Barbie debuts a doll specifically for autistic kids, and Mickey Rourke shoots down a GoFundMe created for him. 

Footage from the MN ICE agent's perspective is out. Jake is joined by radio show host Dale Jackson to discuss this.  Trump wants Greenland, think of the acquisition like asking your buddy to borrow his guitar?   Will Memphis be saying goodbye to Ja Morant?