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:
Gas Prices Surge As The CA Governor Race Heats Up
Joe Basile breaks down the latest developments in the California governor’s race and explains why gas prices continue to rise across the state. Mar 9th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJ…
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Is God Non‑Binary? Joe Basile Responds
Pastor Joe Basile reacts to a resurfaced 2021 speech by Texas State Representative James Talarico, a Democrat and Presbyterian seminarian, who sparked controversy by declaring that “God is non‑binary.” Mar 9th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: …
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Garry Bredefeld Slams Human Compost Controversy
The San Joaquin River Conservancy blasted the use of composted human remains on local land, calling it a violation of state law as officials including Garry Bredefeld and Kacey Auston‑Tibbetts demanded action. Bredefeld joined the show and labeled the move a “stupid decision,” saying that while ha…
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Driving Into Disaster: California’s Auto Insurance Crisis
Stacy Korsgaden has seen firsthand how insurance can make or break lives. She joins the show to break down California’s auto‑insurance crisis as skyrocketing rates hit drivers with hikes that feel impossible to justify. Mar 4th 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Sh…
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Mayor Dyer: $10.4 Million Grant for Homeless is "Proof of Success"
The funds will be used to support more than 500 existing emergency shelter beds for adults ages 18 and over, including case management for each person to assist them with their path to exit homelessness.
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Gas Prices Out Of Control? Steve Hilton Has The Answer
Steve Hilton joins the show to break down California’s soaring gas prices and outline his plan to fix the state if elected governor. He lays out what he says must change to get California back on track. Mar 3rd 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:…
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Middle East On Edge: Mike Hamzy Breaks Down The Iran Escalation
Mike Hamzy joins the show to break down the escalating conflict in the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. He explains what’s driving the tensions and what may come next. Mar 3rd 2026 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- …
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Diane Pearce & Assemblyman David Tangipa: Voter ID in California
Voter integrity is at stake
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Diane Pearce, Brooke Ashjian, Garry Bredefeld: Fresno Roads, Measure C
Enviro-radicals are hijacking efforts to fix our roads
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Rep. McClintock’s State Of The Union Breakdown
Rep. Tom McClintock calls in from Capitol Hill to deliver his no‑nonsense take on President Trump’s State of the Union. Feb 25th 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…
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