Today’s show opened with a troubling local story out of Salem’s Riverfront Park, where a mother warned others about a man taking an unusual interest in her young daughter. The conversation centered on the importance of trusting parental instincts and protecting children—while also addressing the backlash she received online. We discussed what happens when society […]

🎙️ Guest: TJ Sullivan, Newsmakers at Noon sponsor from Hagan Hamilton Insurance, joined us to highlight April’s Community Champion PSA—featuring Craig Smith and the incredible work being done at the Union Gospel Mission. A great reminder of the impact local organizations are making every day. 🏠 Guest: Dave Vogt introduced listeners to Asphalt Armor, his […]

🎙️ Guest: Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration News and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, joined us for a wide-ranging and energetic conversation. 🔗 https://restoration-news.com/ We opened with a discussion about Attorney General Pam Bondi’s future, now that she’s been removed from duty, and who could step in to restore stronger federal leadership—names […]

🎙️ Guest: Ben Roche joined us for a candid and motivating conversation about civic engagement and what’s really holding Oregon back. Ben is focused on one core issue: voter apathy—and why it may be the single biggest threat to Oregon’s future. His work challenges people to stop sitting on the sidelines and start showing up […]

Today’s show covered everything from national observances to space exploration, politics, and a few moments that had us shaking our heads. We marked National Clams on the Half Shell Day (Zeoli Day!), National Farm Workers Day (or… Chuck Norris Day if we’re being honest), National Dance Marathon Day, National Crayola Day, National Tater Day, and […]

Today’s show covered a wide mix—from lighthearted national observances to some pointed political conversations. We marked National Doctors Day, Folding Laundry Day, Pencil Day, and Take a Walk in the Park Day, along with a quick look at notable moments in history that still shape the world today. We also took a closer look at […]

Guest: Ben Fisher, candidate for Oregon House District 18, joined us for a conversation about his background, priorities, and why he’s running to represent the district. Ben shared his family and work history, giving listeners a sense of who he is and what has shaped his decision to step into public service. We discussed why […]

Guest: Manny Martinez, candidate for Salem City Council Ward 2, joined us to discuss his campaign, priorities, and what voters should know.  🔗 https://www.mannyforsalem.com/ Manny shared who he is, why he’s running, and how his platform compares to his opponents as the race continues to take shape. We discussed how the Salem City Council is […]

🏡 Today’s Real Estate Insights with Amy McLeod of The McLeod Group at Keller Williams delivered a clear-eyed look at what’s really happening in today’s housing market—and what buyers and sellers need to understand right now: 📊 Market Stats & Mortgage Trends:A breakdown of current real estate activity and what’s happening with interest rates—why the […]

⚠️ Station Update: KYKN is currently off the air due to technical issues. Our engineers are working the problem, and we expect to be back on-air sometime Tuesday. In the meantime, you can still catch us via livestream and on the mobile app. We appreciate your patience! 🐶 Today marks National Puppy Day—along with Atheist […]