The Ray Stevens Show

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First Responder Friday: Living Pono Counseling Highlights Mental Health Support for First Responders Sep 18, 2026

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Lyndsey McIntyre, associate clinical director at Living Pono Counseling, joins Ray Stevens to discuss specialized counseling services for first responders. McIntyre explains the unique challenges firefighters, police officers and emergency personnel face and how targeted mental health support can help them better manage stress and trauma

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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 18, 2026) | Illinois Public Safety, First Responder Mental Health & High School Football Sep 18, 2026

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Edgy Tim O’Halloran joins Ray Stevens to break down the biggest high school football matchups of the week and identify the teams to watch as the season heats up. State Rep. John Cabello, who represents Illinois' 90th District, discusses ongoing concerns surrounding the SAFE-T Act and its impact on public safety across the state.

Lyndsey McIntyre, associate clinical director at Living Pono Counseling, discusses specialized mental health services for first responders during First Responder Friday. Later, Mark Lukas shares updates from PAWS Chicago, Jonathan Hoenig delivers his latest financial insights as The Capitalist Pig, and Tom on the Town rounds out the show with a look at local events and entertainment

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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 17, 2026) | Lyons Township Football, SCOTUS Mail-Ballot Ruling, Building Wealth & Monster Jam Sep 17, 2026

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Coach Jon Beutjer, head coach of Lyons Township High School, joins the show to talk Lions football. Stephen Richer, a legal fellow at the Cato Institute, discusses the Supreme Court’s rejection of the Trump administration’s bid to revive stricter mail-ballot rules ahead of the midterms. Rick Heidner, owner of Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers, previews the Duchess Manor Haunted House at the Arboretum of South Barrington. Tom Fortino of Alpha Wealth Group shares strategies for continuing to grow wealth in today’s economy. Matt Cody, driver of the legendary Grave Digger, previews Monster Jam’s return to Rosemont this weekend, with a family four-pack giveaway.

Key Segments:

Lyons Township football with Coach Jon Beutjer
Supreme Court rejects bid to revive stricter mail-ballot rules
Duchess Manor Haunted House at the Arboretum of South Barrington
Tom Fortino on growing wealth in today’s economy
Matt Cody and Grave Digger at Monster Jam
Monster Jam returns to Rosemont Sept. 18–20
Monster Jam family four-pack giveaway

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Is Your Money Still Growing? Tom Fortino on Building Wealth in Today's Economy Sep 17, 2026

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Tom Fortino of Alpha Wealth Group joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how investors can continue growing their wealth in today's economy. Fortino breaks down the challenges facing investors and the principles that can help people stay focused on building long-term financial security.

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Grave Digger Is Coming to Rosemont! Driver Matt Cody Previews Monster Jam Sep 17, 2026

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Matt Cody, driver of the legendary Grave Digger, joins The Ray Stevens Show ahead of Monster Jam's return to Rosemont. Cody talks monster trucks, Grave Digger and the excitement surrounding this weekend's action at Allstate Arena. The Rosemont event runs Sept. 18–20, with Cody behind the wheel of Grave Digger.

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WLS Big Game of the Week: Coach Jon Beutjer Talks Lyons Township Football Sep 17, 2026

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Lyons Township head coach Jon Beutjer joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the Lions and the successful start for the Lyons Township football season. Beutjer discusses the program and what fans can expect as the season continues.

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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 16, 2026) | $11 Billion in Pandemic Aid, AI Oversight, FBI Under Fire & America's Protein Obsession Sep 16, 2026

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Ald. Ray Lopez discusses the $11 billion in pandemic aid received by Illinois, Chicago and Cook County and questions surrounding oversight and transparency. A recent Chicago Tribune analysis found fragmented tracking and limited public efforts to identify potential waste and abuse. Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of Chicago-based AIQA Global, examines the growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence and whether increased government oversight is needed. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio reports on FBI Director Kash Patel's Senate testimony involving FBI hiring policies, agent firings and the bureau's potential Election Day presence. Max Armstrong looks at America's obsession with protein and whether beef producers can keep pace with demand.

Key Segments:

$11 billion in pandemic aid and questions about oversight
Is it time for increased government oversight of AI?
Kash Patel's Senate testimony and the FBI
FBI hiring policies, agent firings and Election Day
America's growing obsession with protein
Can beef producers keep up with demand?
Trans-Siberian Orchestra ticket giveaway

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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 15, 2026) | Brandon Johnson’s Reelection, Ukraine Tensions & Fighting Veteran Suicide Sep 15, 2026

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Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 political reporter, discusses Brandon Johnson’s decision to run for reelection and his chances in an increasingly crowded Chicago mayoral race. Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation, examines Vladimir Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine and questions about whether the U.S. has reached a weapons shortage. Jennifer Carbonara of Des Plaines American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 discusses the Be the One Expo and efforts to connect veterans with support and resources. Lilly Rossi of Illinois Policy looks at a proposal that could give Aurora residents the ability to recall elected officials.

Key Segments:

Brandon Johnson announces his reelection campaign
The crowded Chicago mayoral race
Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine
U.S. weapons supply and national security
Be the One Expo and the fight against veteran suicide
Aurora residents and the possibility of recalling elected officials
Trans-Siberian Orchestra ticket giveaway

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Our Veterans Need Us: Jennifer Carbonara on the Fight to End Veteran Suicide Sep 15, 2026

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Jennifer Carbonara of Des Plaines American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the Be the One Expo, an event dedicated to connecting veterans and the community with resources and support while raising awareness about veteran suicide. The expo is set for Sunday, Sept. 20, at 10:30 a.m. at the GENCenter in Des Plaines. Carbonara explains why reaching out, recognizing the warning signs and making sure veterans know they are not alone can make a difference. The event is being hosted by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36.

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Brandon Johnson Re-Election Campaign: Will The Embattled Mayor Have a Shot At Another Term? Sep 15, 2026

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NBC 5 political reporter Mary Ann Ahern joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss B.J.'s return to the political arena and his chances in an increasingly crowded field. Ahern breaks down the developing race and what could determine the outcome.

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