Ray Appleton

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Ray Appleton episodes

April 13 Steve Hilton: Swalwell's Political Implosion & The GOP Endorsement
Steve Hilton joins the show to discuss the political downfall of Eric Swalwell and the controversies surrounding his career. The conversation also covers Swalwell’s decision to step out of the California gubernatorial race.

Apr 13th 2026

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21 min
April 11 The Draft Debate & America’s Race Back To The Moon
Congressman Tom McClintock joins the show to discuss renewed debate over the U.S. draft and the significance of the Artemis II re‑entry mission. We explore how the moon program could strengthen America’s position in the global space race.

Apr 10th 2026

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29 min
April 09 Space Race: Vince Fong’s Plan To Outmaneuver China
Congressman Vince Fong joins the show to discuss his new OUTPACE in Space Act, aimed at strengthening U.S. space leadership amid growing competition from China. The legislation would reduce regulatory hurdles that currently limit airspace access for commercial rocket launches and slow American innovation.

Apr 9th 2026

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32 min
April 09 CA's $267 Million Medi‑Cal Hospice Fraud Crackdown
Assemblymember Alexandra M. Macedo joins the show to break down a major hospice fraud bust that allegedly defrauded Medi‑Cal of $267 million. State officials say charges have been filed against 21 suspects, with more arrests expected.

Apr 8th 2026

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21 min
April 08 Veterans Sound Alarm Over Military Record Claims
Military veterans are criticizing a Democratic congressional candidate, Ammar Campa-Najjar, alleging he overstated his Navy service and used a deceased Korean War veteran’s gravesite during a campaign appearance.

Apr 8th 2026

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17 min
April 08 Major Terry Slatic: Breaking Down Trump’s Iran Cease‑Fire Gamble
Guest host Major Terry Slatic analyzes President Trump’s announcement of a proposed two‑week ceasefire with Iran, conditioned on the immediate and safe reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Apr 8th 2026

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1 hr 33 min
April 07 The Warning Heard Around The World
As strikes on Iran intensify ahead of a looming deadline and a dire warning from President Trump dominates headlines, we examine what’s fact versus rhetoric in a rapidly escalating moment. Guest host Jim Franklin joins the conversation to break down the context and how extreme language shapes public perception during global crises.

Apr 7th 2026

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58 min
April 06 Off The Rails: CA High-Speed Rail Costs More Than Reaching The Moon
Guest host John Gerardi breaks down the ongoing failure of California’s high-speed rail project—and why it’s now cheaper to send someone to the moon than to finish this so‑called “train to nowhere.”

Apr 6th 2026

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21 min
April 04 Good Friday Coverage Featuring Mayor Jerry Dyer
A special Good Friday episode with guest host Brooke Ashjian & Mayor Jerry Dyer.

Apr 3rd 2026

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39 min
April 03 Good Friday Reflections: Faith, Hope, and Meaning With Pastor Jim Franklin
A Good Friday special episode offering faith, reflection, and perspective with guest host Brooke Ashjian and pastor Jim Franklin.

Apr 3rd 2026

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39 min

About Ray Appleton

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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…