Things are tense between old Presidential pals Obama and Biden.  And then there's Kamala...

 

Things are tense between old Presidential pals Obama and Biden.&nbsp; And then there's Kamala...
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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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Obama vs Biden vs Kamala

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.
Feb 19th 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;
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