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:
DISASTER IN YOSEMITE: Helicopter Down as Dome Fire Rages
Jeff Aiello joins the show to break down the dramatic helicopter crash in Yosemite and the challenges crews face as the Dome Fire burns in one of California’s most iconic landscapes. September 21st 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- '…
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VONG MOUANOUTOUA: The Measure S Fight and a Run for District 5
Clovis Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua talks Measure S, the future of Fresno County, and his bid for the District 5 seat on the Board of Supervisors. September 21st 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the…
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AL PITRELLI: TSO's Epic Return to Fresno & The Christmas Spectacle Taking Over the Valley
AL PITRELLI of TSO joins the show to preview Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s return to Fresno and reveal how they’re bringing their legendary Christmas spectacle back to the Valley bigger and better than ever. September 18th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all p…
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STEVE HILTON: The Battle for California and the Debate That Could Change the Race
STEVE HILTON joins the show from the campaign trail to preview his showdown with Xavier Becerra and make his case for a California comeback. September 18th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the…
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NAV GURM: Firing Back At A Controversial Survey & Fighting For District 7
NAV GURM joined the show to discuss the backlash over a controversial Fresno City Council District 7 survey that questioned his age, Sikh faith, ethnicity, and religious attire as voters prepare to head to the polls. September 18th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Sh…
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Orbiting Arsenal: America Takes The Fight To Space
September 17th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 …
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FEEDING FAMILIES: How One Donation Can Change a Life
KARREN MUSSON joins the show to explain how tomorrow’s Feeding Families Fund Drive can turn your donation into hope, meals, and support for families in need across our community. September 17th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The …
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JIM FRANKLIN: Is AI Humanity’s Greatest Threat?
Will AI Doom Us All? Guest host Jim Franklin dives into Senator Bernie Sanders' warnings about artificial intelligence, breaking down the risks, the reality, and whether AI is truly a threat to humanity's future. September 16th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' …
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BILL MCEWEN: Kids Pay The Price For Fresno Unified's Mistakes
Field trips are out, frustration is in. GV Wire News Director Bill McEwen joins the show to discuss Fresno Unified's latest missteps, the fallout from cutting field trip funding, and what it says about the district's leadership and priorities. September 15th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and …
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BROOKE ASHJIAN: Paying More For Less With Measure S
Guest host Brooke Ashjian breaks down Measure S, arguing Fresno taxpayers could end up paying more for promises that won’t actually solve the city’s biggest problems September 15th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton …
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