Memphis Mayor Creates New ‘Arts & Culture’ Department to Attract Diversity 

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Nashville is getting Oracle's HQ from Austin. Why not Memphis?  Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner of Financial Consulting Group (FCG) join Wake Up Memphis to discuss how important public safety is to attract new businesses. To contact them, visit their website at info@fcgtn.com or call 901-309-2680.

Justin Johnson joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss local and National topics including the God Bless The USA Bible.

Mike Willams joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss more than 70 Memphis Police Department sergeants who would be eligible to move up to the lieutenant rank are asking to join a Memphis Police Association lawsuit against the City of Memphis

Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright joins Wake Up Memphis and speaks on calling for the removal of Judge Bill Anderson.

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Director of "Live at the Garden" Sherry May joins Wake Up Memphis for our "Friday with Friends Edition" to talk about the work she is doing and the upcoming concert series being hosted at the Memphis Botanic Gardens. Tickets are available starting Monday, April 26, and you can get them by visiting their website, liveatthegarden.com.

GOP Political Strategist Luke Cymbal and Kristin New, of "Mom's for Liberty," join Wake Up Memphis in studio for our "Friday with Friends Edition" to discuss crime, the successful legislating of State Senator Brent Taylor, Democrats missing the mark on messaging regarding crime, and the Family Rights and Responsibilities Act. At the end of the interview, Senator Brent Taylor calls into the show to discuss blended sentencing and the work he is doing in Nashville right now, which will have a huge impact on solving crime in Memphis.

Brooklynn White, who is the Community Engagement and Events Coordinator at Belltower Coffee, joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to discuss the festival they will be hosting on Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival kicks off Belltower Coffee's new initiative focused on community, connection and, of course, coffee.

Judge Joe Brown joins Wake Up Memphis to talk about the cases against President Trump, the 2024 election, and the political implications of the Orange Mound Mass Shooting.

Political Contributor out of Nashville Steve Gill phones into the morning show to discuss the pro-palestinian protestors at NYU, the Democratic leadership in House and Senate being dismayed about the "out of control" antics of Rep. Justin Pearson and Rep. Justin Jones, and crime in Memphis.

Dennis Plyler and Joey Sulipeck of Financial Consulting Group (FCG) join Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about the tax rate increase from Mayor Paul Young, people not moving to Memphis due to crime, the Senate passing the $95 billion dollar aid package, the surging national debt, the need for meritocracy in Colleges, and financial stability in relationships. You can contact FCG at 901-309-2680 or visit their website at fcgtn.com.

Real Estate Agent Vicki Gandee joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about Mayor Paul Young's property tax increase proposal and its impact on the real estate market.

Congressman David Kustoff phones into the morning show to discuss the Ukraine Aid Bill and the threat of Vladimir Putin in the NATO region.

Tennessee State Representative Antonio Parkinson phones into Wake Up Memphis to talk about crime, the Orange Mound Shooting, gun control, and school choice.

Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to state that Mayor Paul Young is becoming our own version of Rep. Justin Pearson for his shift to radical left policies. Moreover, the need for an investigation as to why police were not called to disperse the crowd at the community center in Memphis is highlighted, as well as his reaction to the Ukraine Aid package.

Former University of Memphis basketball legend and NBA star William Bedford joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about the 1985-1986 University of Memphis basketball team that won a championship. Bedford was the 6th overall pick in the first round of the 1986 NBA Draft.

Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk Republican Nominee Lisa Arnold calls into the morning show to harp the need for people to research whom they vote for, and that she brings the knowledge and experience necessary to get the work done and do a great job as the General Sessions Court Clerk.

Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright phones into the morning show to espouse why we need a "shock to the system" after the Orange Mound Mass Shooting, and why accountability in the General Sessions Court is crucial. Furthermore, the Commissioner gives his take on the legislation from Rep. John Gillespie and Sen. Brent Taylor as well as the Mayor's proposal to increase property taxes.

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into Wake Up Memphis to analyze the Orange Mound mass shooting, the National Guard possibly being brought into Memphis, and Mayor Paul Young's comments. KWAM has had 780,000 engagements on Social Media.

Tennessee State Representative Mark White joins the morning show to discuss legislation which addresses what is happening in the General Sessions Court, the Orange Mound mass shooting, and punitive penalties for the Judiciary and DA's office.

Dr. Frederick Tappan, Host of the Frederick Tappan Show, Guest Hosts for Wake Up Memphis Host Ben Deeter.

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to argue that the suspect, who shot MPD Officer McKinney, needed to be in jail to prevent the shooting. 

Development and Communications Director for the Salvation Army Amy Speropoulos joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to talk about the work she does with the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army needs volunteers for their Vacation Bible School and Summer Camp. Vacation Bible School is on May 27 and the Summer Camp starts on May 29, running through the end of July. To volunteer, visit their website at salvationarmymemphis.org, and you can follow Amy on Facebook at Amy Speroptv and on X.

Shelby County Commissioner Charlie Caswell joins the morning show to talk about the altercation between a student and teacher at a Memphis High School.

Dr. Frederick Tappan, Host of the Frederick Tappan Show, fills in for Wake Up Memphis Host Ben Deeter. 

Congressman Tim Burchett joins the show to talk about President Biden going off the reservation, foreign policy, and big money pulling the strings in Congress. Due to the spin and agenda against President Trump, the Congressman believes Americans' should turn off cable news and stop buying the newspaper.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to discuss the media's excitement over the bogus case against former President Donald Trump, President Biden on the campaign trail, and the Senate's actions on the Secretary Mayorkas impeachment proceedings.

Joey Sulipeck and Bill Gurner of Financial Consulting Group (FCG) join Wake Up Memphis in studio to react to Mayor Paul Young's speech saying he is increasing property taxes to make up for the 30 million dollar deficit. Moreover, they present solutions to reduce crime in the bluff city, which they believe requires expanding MPD instead of making cuts. Towards the end of the segment, Bill and Joey respond to former University of Memphis President David Rudd's social media post refuting the property tax increase. Additionally, you get an analysis on the latest inflation index, the rise in prices of eggs and gas, financial stability in dating, and the key to success from the School of Hard Knocks. 

Conservative Talk Radio Host Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to argue that Mayor Paul Young is of the same elk as Tami Sawyer and Rep. Justin Pearson, whom he calls the "Unholy Trinity." Additionally, Mayor Paul Young's property tax increase proposal, caucasians being forced to apologize for their skin color, people moving away from Memphis, possible cuts to MPD, and the Mayor going after KWAM on social media are discussed.  

District Attorney for Mississippi's 23rd Judicial District, Matthew Barton, joins Wake Up Memphis in studio to discuss campaigning for DA, the shooting in Southaven at police officers, his podcast, transparency, and his family. He has a wife named Megan and a daughter named Eleanor. You can follow him on X and Facebook.

Layne Provine, Founder and President of Margin of Victory, phones into the morning show to assert that Republicans need to stick to winning issues rather than getting tricked into talking about the issues that Democrats use to hoodwink voters. In addition, he talks about leaving abortion and gun control up to the states and the importance of electing Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk Republican nominee Lisa Arnold. Layne will be speaking and headlining at the Collierville VFW for the "Get Out the Vote Speaker Series" on May 3rd. Please follow him on X.

Tennessee State Representative Mark White calls into the morning show to discuss gun control, the school voucher system, Representative Mary Littleton's bill, and the bail system.

Tipton County Sheriff Shannon Beasley phones into Wake Up Memphis to address the man shot in Memphis who was from Tipton County, fighting crime, and allowing cops to do their jobs.

Todd Starnes phones into the morning show to underscore the money raised for MPD Officer McKinney's family, the need to hold protests at the DA's office and in front of City Hall, Tami Sawyer's remarks on Officer McKinney's death, Senator Marsha Blackburn speaking out on crime in Memphis, and Tom Lee Park. At the end of the interview, you will hear that Todd Starnes was inducted into the "Talkers Heavy Hundreds," and we are the only station in the mid-south to have a host being represented. Todd Starnes is the top-ranked host in the state of Tennessee.

Political Contributor Steve Gill phones into the morning show to analyze the street takeover in Downtown Memphis, the murdered MPD cop, the Iran-Israel conflict, and abortion.

United States Senator Marsha Blackburn joins the show to give tough words on the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas, justice for the MPD Officer killed, and the Iranian drone strikes on Israel. Additionally, Senator Blackburn pinpoints the fact that President Biden is appeasing people on the left by not supporting Israel against Iran.

Tennessee State Representative Antonio Parkinson phones into the morning show to give an update on the tragic shooting of three Memphis Police Officers by a man released out on bond.

Tennessee State Senator Brent Taylor phones into Wake Up Memphis to give his take on the shooting that occurred in Memphis, and how what he terms "restorative justice schemers" are letting violent criminals back out on to the streets to commit these crimes.

Congressman John Rose calls into the morning show to talk about the 4th amendment and how it applies to agencies using FISA to spy on Americans and our adversaries, holding Secretary Mayorkas accountable, undecided voters railing against President Biden on MSNBC, excessive spending, and Bidenflation.