Guest host Blake Taylor tackles the latest twists in the Don Arax-Kiesha Thomas case, the shocking story of a 6-year-old who shot his teacher, and Gavin Newsom's push to end the death penalty.

October 8th 2026  

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Guest host Blake Taylor tackles the latest twists in the Don Arax-Kiesha Thomas case, the shocking story of a 6-year-old who shot his teacher, and Gavin Newsom's push to end the death penalty.
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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!

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!

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BLAKE TAYLOR: Shocking Cases, Serious Consequences

Guest host JOHN GERARDI dives into the shocking case of the "Cornell 7" and breaks down the latest developments surrounding Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike, including the state’s botched execution rollout and what it could mean for her long-delayed death sentence. 

October 7th 2026  

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Guest host JOHN GERARDI dives into the shocking case of the "Cornell 7" and breaks down the latest developments surrounding Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike, including the state&rsquo;s botched execution rollout and what it could mean for her long-delayed death sentence.&nbsp;
October 7th 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;
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JOHN GERARDI: The Cornell 7 & The Christa Pike Execution Controversy

Guest host JOHN GERARDI breaks down the latest developments in California's election season, including a controversy in the SCCCD Area 5 race after candidate Terance Frazier faced calls to step down following a recorded encounter at the home of a political opponent that sparked allegations of intimidation

October 7th 2026  

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Guest host JOHN GERARDI breaks down the latest developments in California's election season, including a controversy in the SCCCD Area 5 race after candidate Terance Frazier faced calls to step down following a recorded encounter at the home of a political opponent that sparked allegations of intimidation
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 JOHN GERARDI: Political Intimidation Allegations Rock Local Race

FORMER REP. MIKE GARCIA joins the show to break down California's latest elections, key races across the state, and what the outcomes could mean for the future of California politics.

October 6th 2026  

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FORMER REP. MIKE GARCIA joins the show to break down California's latest elections, key races across the state, and what the outcomes could mean for the future of California politics.
October 6th 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;
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BLAKE TAYLOR: Shocking Cases, Serious Consequences

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