Ray Appleton
Ray Appleton
Ray Appleton began his radio career in Fresno in 1969. That career has taken him from Fresno to London and back. He has been a part of the KMJ team since 1987 and continues to share his thoughts and viewpoints with his very large and loyal audience weekdays from 11am-2pm on Central California's News Talk 580 and 105.9 KMJ!Social links:
The Hammond Hail Mary: Will The Bears Leave Chicago?
Indiana lawmakers are pushing hard to lure the Chicago Bears across the state line, to Hammond Indiana. KMJ Morning News host and Chicago native Christopher Gabriel joins the show to break down the political playbook and whether a big move is really on the horizon. Feb 19th 2026 --- Please L…
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McClintock Breaks Down Global Threats & The Golden State
Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to break down the escalating conflict with Iran and what it means for America. He also weighs in on California’s challenges—and the bold ideas he believes could fix the Golden State. Feb 19th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton …
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Swalwell's Forgotten Poetry Resurfaces
A long‑forgotten college poem written by a young Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell has suddenly resurfaced, stirring new attention with its intense, theatrical imagery. Feb 17th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ i…
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AOC Stumbles In Munich
While in Munich, AOC is asked whether the U.S. should defend Taiwan if China invades — and her rambling response quickly goes off the rails. Feb 17th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNO…
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Fireworks On The Hill: Bondi Takes On Congress
Attorney General Pam Bondi’s congressional appearance on the Epstein case erupted into fireworks as she clashed with several Democrats, most notably Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jerry Nadler. Feb 12th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- …
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Not My Music: Gene Simmons Sounds Off
Gene Simmons fires back at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, blasting its shift toward hip‑hop and declaring, “That’s not my music.” Feb 12th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple…
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Hilton Breaks Down the Debate And California’s Future
Steve Hilton stops by the studio after returning from the Tulare Ag Show to share what he learned and what’s next for California’s farmers. He also breaks down highlights from last week’s debate and lays out his vision for a better California if elected governor. Feb 11th 2026 --- Please Like…
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Kurt Cobain: Was He Killed?
A private team of forensic experts has reexamined Kurt Cobain’s autopsy and crime‑scene files, and one specialist now believes the evidence points to homicide. We break down the shocking new analysis and what it could mean for the decades‑old case. Feb 11th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and F…
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Blackjack Ban: California’s High‑Stakes Mistake
California’s sudden ban on blackjack in cardrooms could cost tens of thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue. Kyle Kirkland joins the show to break down what this decision really means for communities across the state. Feb 10th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton …
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Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show: Unity or Uproar?
Bad Bunny capped his Super Bowl halftime show with a call for unity — but critics quickly blasted the performance as anything but. We dive into the reactions and what fans really thought of the spectacle. Feb 9th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platform…
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