Marc Joffe, president of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association, joins the show to challenge the narrative surrounding California’s drought. He breaks down whether the crisis is truly as dire as officials claim—or wildly overstated.

Jan 27th 2026  

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Marc Joffe, president of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association, joins the show to challenge the narrative surrounding California&rsquo;s drought. He breaks down whether the crisis is truly as dire as officials claim&mdash;or wildly overstated.
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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!

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Is California’s Drought Overhyped?

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Assemblymember Alexandra Macedo joins the show to break down California’s High‑Speed Rail and the misinformation she says Governor Gavin Newsom keeps pushing. Get ready for a sharp, no‑nonsense look at what’s really going on.

Feb 20th 2026  

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Assemblymember Alexandra Macedo joins the show to break down California&rsquo;s High‑Speed Rail and the misinformation she says Governor Gavin Newsom keeps pushing. Get ready for a sharp, no‑nonsense look at what&rsquo;s really going on.
Feb 20th 2026 &nbsp;
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Macedo vs. Newsom: The High‑Speed Rail Reality Check

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  

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Indiana lawmakers are pushing hard to lure the Chicago Bears across the state line, to Hammond Indiana.&nbsp; 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&nbsp;&nbsp;
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The Hammond Hail Mary: Will The Bears Leave Chicago?

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  

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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&rsquo;s challenges&mdash;and the bold ideas he believes could fix the Golden State.
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