Ray Appleton

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DYER DENIED 3rd TERM: Clint Olivier & Blake Taylor break down the city council's decision to table the initiative Jul 31, 2026

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After creating a stir within the community the Fresno City Council decided not to put an initiative on the November ballot that would've given Mayor Dyer the opportunity to run for a third term. Former Councilman and current CEO of Biz Fed Central California Clint Olivier joined Blake Taylor to delve into the situation. What will Dyer do next? Who will run for Mayor now? Plus Kamala and Gavin are cashing in!

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DEVIN NUNES RETURNS...and has some choice words for Dr. Anthony Fauci Jul 30, 2026

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Former California Congressman and ex-CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group, Devin Nunes returns to the show. They break down Steve Hilton's chances to win the Governor's office and Dr. Fauci. "The guy belongs in jail", Nunes tells Ray.

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THE SILENCE...of Dr. Fauci Jul 29, 2026

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Dr. Anthony Fauci finds himself in the crosshairs of a very angry Sen. Rand Paul. He pleads the 5th more than 100 times! Blake compares the wild hearing to The Silence of the Lambs. Plus, a sushi shooting, KMJ listeners are admitted shoplifters and Trump can't seem to beat E. Jean Carroll

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JERRY DYER EXCLUSIVE: The Mayor wants a third term, if Fresno voters are cool with it Jul 28, 2026

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In an exclusive interview with Ray Appleton, two-term Mayor Jerry Dyer explains his reasoning for pursuing another term in office. However, in order for that to happen, Fresno voters must pass an initiative this November... and not everybody is on board.

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SEX, DRUGS & POLITICS: Ruby Rippey pulls the sheets back on her extramarital affair with Gavin Newsom Jul 28, 2026

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Gavin Newsom was the dashing, young hot shot Mayor of San Francisco when the wife of his dear friend caught his eye. Now his former secretary and lover is out with a bombshell tell-all about their torrid love affair.

Link to essay in Vanity Fair: https://www.vanityfair.com/story/gavin-newsom-ruby-rippey-essay

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Smithsonian silliness, Fresno's Flock camera fiasco, Lebron James & Sophie Cunningham Jul 24, 2026

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John Gerardi fills in for Ray Appleton and covers the big stories of the day including the idiotic standards exposed at the Smithsonian Institute, Lebron heads to Philly and the ethics debate raging about Fresno PD's Flock surveillance system.

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Hilton’s Next Move: Launching His General Election Campaign Jul 22, 2026

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Steve Hilton joins us from the campaign trail to discuss the official launch of his general election campaign, the issues driving his run, and his vision for California’s future as the race heats up.

July 22th 2026

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The Flock Debate: Chief Casto Sets The Record Straight Jul 21, 2026

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Fresno Police Chief Mindy Casto joins the show to address concerns about Flock cameras, how they're used, and what they mean for public safety and privacy.

July 21st 2026

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Odyssey: Did Nolan Honor The Gods? Jul 20, 2026

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Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is being hailed as a powerful take on Homer’s classic tale. Josh breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and the one thing he feels the film left behind.

July 20th 2026

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No Plea Deal In Caleb Quick Case Jul 17, 2026

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A California courtroom showdown begins as the accused getaway driver in the 2023 killing of Clovis teenager Caleb Quick heads to trial after rejecting a plea deal, setting the stage for a closely watched case that has gripped the Central Valley.

July 17th 2026

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