An off-centered, eyes-open look at the world, interspersed with bloviating useless nonsense. Every weekday, 96.3 News Radio KKOB's TJ Trout helps you make sense of a senseless world.
Cardiologist, and Medical Director at New Heart Dr. Barry Ramo comes in to talk about your health with TJ. Some of the topics he discusses are Hearth Month, Women with Heart Disease, and a shortage of doctors in New Mexico. All this and more on News Radio KKOB
Zac Cornfield director of "Eating History...A Taste of New Mexico", a program about the history of food here in New Mexico, comes in to discuss his program which airs tomorrow at 7pm and Friday at 9pm on PBS. All this and more on News Radio KKOB
Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg comes in to talk about the News and politics of the World with TJ. Some of the topics he discusses are, Trumps tariffs, USAID, and Elon Musk, all this and more on News Radio KKOB
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller has finally got a mayoral candidate challenging him for his job. Candidate Mayling Armijo announced her candidacy today and spoke with TJ on why she would like to become Mayor of Albuquerque. All this and more on News Radio KKOB
The crew try to help rally TJ in his efforts to clean and maintain Tingley Beach Lakes, particularly the Bob Gerding Catch and Release Pond. Plus Money Man Lee Munson on Trumps tariffs. All on News Radio KKOB
Programming Director for News Radio KKOB Darren White comes in to discuss the latest news revolving around the fluid story of the APD/DWI scandal that has swept the City with more bizarre news as it is unfolded. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOB
From the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, Jesse Deubel comes in to discuss SB 5 "The Wildlife Heritage Act" which goes in front of the State Legislature, with TJ on News Radio KKOB
TJ says he is a self proclaimed wise jackass, and says he is not an engineer or a biologist, but can offer advice and help regarding a very special part of the Tingley Lakes that was cleaned and renamed after the late Bob Gerding, but has definitely seen better days. All this on News Radio KKOB
KKOB fill in host Aaron "Buck" Burnett who is a business owner in Downtown Albuquerque comes in to discuss, the City of Albuquerque awarding a grant to some Downtown Business owners for security cameras, which Buck takes issue with, with TJ on News Radio KKOB
From KOAT Action 7 News, reporter Faith Egbuono comes in to give an update on everything happening at the New Mexico Legislative Session. Plus Josh Kastenberg also gives us a bonus call, to talk about the plane crash in DC, and the comments by Trump in the press conference regarding the crash. All this on News Radio KKOB
TJ begins the show talking about the tragic air craft collision with a passenger jet plane and a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport, in Washington D.C. Plus Outreach and Marketing Manager from the Albuquerque Sunport Leah Black calls in to giver her perspective with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Author, and RobotLAB CEO Elad Inbar Says People and Automation Can Coexist Peacefully, Offers Expert Guidance in New Book entitled "Our Robotics Future". He also talks about philosophies, and optimistic views on the evolution of robotics with TJ. All on News Radio KKOB
With fear of the Bird Flu, TJ asks the crew, and gets some answers regarding what is going on with the different types of chickens there are and how they serve different functions, and if they are exposed to the bird flu or not. Also Trump's methodology on his Fed Freeze, and RFK Jr.'s Hearing. All this and more on News Radio KKOB
Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg comes in to discuss the latest political news of the World with TJ. Some of the topics he talks about are Presidential term limits, the Inspector General, and resending job offers. All this on News Radio KKOB
From Roadrunner Food Bank, Sonya Warwick comes in to discuss a fundraiser they will be having this Saturday February 1st called "The Souper Bowl". This event is a food and desert sampling event, with all proceeds going to the food bank. All on News Radio KKOB
TJ talks about the ramifications of Trump's Funding Pause which is effecting Medicaid, by shutting down its portals etc., Plus an email bag with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Political Blogger Joe Monohan comes in to discuss Statewide politics with TJ. Some of the topics he talks about are the DWI/APD Scandal, the Governor's Race, and issues in front of the Legislative Session. All on News Radio KKOB
Sam Trusner, the National Office Manager for the Athletic Equipment Managers Association comes in to talk about the Guardian Helmet, a specialized helmet designed to decrease concussions in the NFL, College Football and High School and Youth Football with TJ on News Radio KKOB
TJ kicks off the program after the weekend with much on his mind, topics ranging from the NFL Playoffs, Holloman Lake most toxic in the world, feral cattle, and an email bag talking about he BLM protests. All on News Radio KKOB
Mike Vigil former DEA is in tell us if he thinks declaring cartels terrorist will help on News Radio KKOB
Documentarian Charlie Minn talks about his new Amazon documentary project and Fernando Aragon from Hay Ranch in for his LA fire project on News Radio KKOB
TJ has some ideas about fixing the border on News Radio KKOB
Barry Ramo on cures that work on News Radio KKOB
Ken Peterson from Bands of Enchantment on News Radio KKOB
Pat Davis and Gaba has a business idea for Carlyle on News Radio KKOB
From the Kit Carson Electric Cooperative which covers, Taos County, Colfax County and Rio Arriba County, CEO and GM Luis Reyes talks about the Northern NM utility receiving a $231 Million award form the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. He also talk about how it works and it's logistics with TJ on News Radio KKOB
The first hour of the show, TJ and the crew talk a little about the NFL Playoffs, and the National Championship. Plus a surplus of Tequila in Mexico, how will that effect us? Plus TJ has some thoughts on Trumps Inauguration. All this and more on News Radio KKOB
Former Quarterback for the University of New Mexico and TJ's official NFL analyst Ned James comes in to discuss all sports at UNM and the NFL, including the playoffs in the National Football League with TJ on News Radio KKOB
From City Council District 6 which encompasses UNM, Nob Hill, and the International District, Councilor Nicole Rogers comes in to talk about her last year of accomplishments, She also discusses The Homeless Coordinating Council, and Homeless Voucher Program. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOB.
From Portfolio Wealth Advisors, Money Man Lee Munson comes in to talk about the Economy, and how it effects you with TJ. Some of the topics he discusses are, tariffs, billionaires, and the space race. All on News Radio KKOB
From Street Cat Hub a non-profit organization that helps trap-neuter-release feral cats in the community, Executive Director Erin Atkinson comes in to talk to TJ. She talks about the organization, what they do and why they do it, she also talks about the Bernalillo Blitz and the relationship they have with the County. All on News Radio KKOB
Some of the things TJ talks about are, not swallowing gum because it's hard to digest, Gaba talks about a horror movie being made about Peter Pan, and preparedness if a bad Bosque fire were to occur, plus and Email Bag with TJ on News Radio KKOB
"The stairway to heavenly political satire originally laid by the Capitol Steps continues upward with the Capitol Fools—the new musical parody show" Joining us from the Capitol Fools is writer Mark Eaton who talks about the show, and gets us ready for their appearance at Popejoy Hall on Friday January 17th. All on News Radio KKOB
TJ kicks off the program with good news, KKOB's Clothing/Non Perishable Goods Donation Drive for the LA Fire Victims was a success early, as it shut down early due to the truck being filled up! Albuquerque Stepped up. For more info on donating please go to News Radio KKOB.com
Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg comes in to talk about the news and politics of the World with TJ. Some of the topics he discusses are, the LA fires and legalities, Jack Smith and January 6th, and Trump's Cabinet. All on News Radio KKOB
Lissa Knudson from the New Mexico Cheese Guild, David Meyers from the Mouse Hole Cheese Shop and Amanda Brown from the Brown Micro Creamery come in to talk cheese! Plus local author Saleema Ishq comes in to talk about her new book a thriller entitled "Sisters Arcana". All with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Gaba talks about he upcoming Inauguration and the list of artists that will be playing, the crew asks if the Village People will be on the list, and laughs ensue, wondering if Trump knows what the song is about. Also how do you pronounce gouda, and an email bag. All with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Columnist and Political Pundit Merritt Allen comes in to discuss the politics of the day with TJ. Some of the topics she talks about are Trumps Cabinet nominees, the LA fires, and the Legislative Session coming up. All this on News Radio KKOB
Harris Klein from Trout Unlimited comes in to talk about an encore of their 2024 New Mexico Fly Fishing Film. He also talks about stream and habitat restoration, and the New Mexico Ladies Fly Fishing Group with TJ on News Radio KKOB
TJ complains, like many others getting older how winters nasty cold is less desirable. Plus Akron, Ohio the safest City in America from Natural disasters. Lastly from Be Well New Mexico Chief Experience Officer Alex Sanchez comes in to talk about enrollment with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Steven Michael Quesada and Spencer Lucas today with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Executive Director of the Renewable Energy Industry of New Mexico Jim Desjardins comes in to discuss what is going on with his agency. He discusses their annual meeting, how things will be under the Trump administration, and the State Legislative Session with TJ on News Radio KKOB
TJ kicks off the program talking about the Jimmy Carter Funeral and it's airing today, with some interesting observations. Then Jill Remez an actress who resides in Los Angeles calls in to give us an update on the devastating fires in LA. Lastly Director of Media for True Kid's One, talks about a documentary made by kids. All on News Radio KKOB
Cardiologist, and Medical Director at New Heart Dr. Barry Ramo comes in to talk about your health with TJ. Some of the topics he talks about are how a human can acquire bird flu, coffee, and a possible new virus from China. All on News Radio KKOB
Attorney for Modrall Sperling for 40 years, and US Attorney under the Carter administration R.E. Thompson comes to talk about the life and times of the late President Jimmy Carter with TJ on News Radio KKOB
In light of the passing of Peter Yarrow, from Peter Paul, and Mary TJ talks about the song "Puff the magic Dragon" and all the wild feelings it made he and others felt when they were kids. Then the conversation strangely turns about more music, covers, and plagiarism. All this and more with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg comes in to discuss the latest news and politics of the World with TJ. Some of the topics he talks about are Trump's press conference and his obsession with Greenland and the Panama Canal, and Canada's history with the United States. All on News Radio KKOB
City Planning Department Deputy Director Jeremy Keiser comes in to talk about Building Codes. He also talks about filing complaints for issues, and the Problematic Properties Program with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Psychotherapist Lauren Gomez from High Desert Healing comes in to discuss mental/emotional health heading in to the new year. She discusses therapy for New Years woes, trying not to let the world get you down, and facing mortality with TJ on News Radio KKOB
Albuquerque Chief of Staff Terry Brunner comes in to talk about Renter's rights, he also talks about a bill by Councilor Fiebelkorn regarding proper air conditioning for renters with TJ on News Radio KKOB