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Ray Appleton

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!

Latest Episodes:

NVIDIA UNDER FIRE: National Security Questions Mount Nov 10, 2026

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NVIDIA is facing new espionage allegations, sparking bipartisan scrutiny in Washington and raising fresh national security concerns.

November 10th 2026

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MARCO RUBIO: Pressure Iran Without War Nov 10, 2026

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Marco Rubio says the U.S. can keep pressure on Iran without launching major military operations, arguing that economic sanctions remain the most effective tool.

November 10th 2026

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KATIE GRIMES: Midterm Fallout & California's Political Future Nov 09, 2026

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KATIE GRIMES, Editor of the California Globe, joins the show to break down the midterm election fallout, what the results mean for California voters, and where the state is headed politically in the years ahead.

November 9th 2026

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MAYOR JERRY DYER: Defends SEDA & Flock Cameras Nov 06, 2026

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MAYOR JERRY DYER joins the show to discuss SEDA, Flock cameras, and the recent Tower District shootings. He shares his vision for public safety and Fresno's future.

November 6th 2026

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TOM DEL BECCARO: BREAKING DOWN THE MIDTERM ELECTION FALLOUT Nov 05, 2026

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Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to break down the fallout from the midterm elections, what the results mean for both parties, and the key political battles already taking shape.

November 5th 2026

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Election Night Fallout: Winners, Losers, & What's Next Nov 04, 2026

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Mike Der Manouel Jr. joins the show to break down last night's election results and discuss what they could mean for the future.

November 4th 2026

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KMJ ELECTION RESULTS SPECIAL | Sponsored by the Pipkin Detective Agency Nov 04, 2026

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Ray Appleton is joined by John Broeske, John Gerardi, Blake Taylor and special guest analyst former Sec. of State Bill Jones to break down the 2026 mid-term election results

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STEVE HILTON: THE FINAL BATTLE FOR GOVERNOR Nov 03, 2026

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STEVE HILTON joins the show on Election Day for one last campaign push before the polls close and California chooses its next governor.

November 3rd 2026

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TOM DelBECCARO & KATIE GRIMES | Mid-term election previews with two of Ray's favorite guests Nov 02, 2026

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Tom checks in to break down some of the wild races topping the national headlines while Katie covers California's most heated issues.

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STEVE HILTON's FINAL PITCH | The republican gubernatorial hopeful gives listeners one last plea for votes Nov 02, 2026

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Does Steve Hilton really have a chance to beat Xavier Becerra? He certainly thinks so.

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