Ray Appleton

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March 17 Karbassi Explains His Exit As Council President
Mike Karbassi joined the show to explain why he stepped down as Fresno City Council president at noon today—and why he’s staying on as a councilmember.

Mar 16th 2026

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March 12 Burgum Blasts Newsom On Gas Prices
Doug Burgum slams Gavin Newsom over California’s soaring gas prices, calling out the policies he says are driving costs higher. His takedown adds fuel to a growing national debate over energy and affordability.

Mar 12th 2026

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March 12 A New Osbourne With A Legendary Name
Jack Osbourne announces that his newborn daughter has been named after his late father, introducing her as Ozzy Matilda Osbourne

Mar 12th 2026

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19 min
March 11 Steve Hilton’s Big Reveal
California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joins us in studio with a major announcement—if elected, he plans to appoint Congressman John Duarte to a special role in his cabinet. Hilton also weighs in on California’s mental‑healthcare crisis following Governor Newsom’s announcement earlier today, adding fuel to an already heated conversation.

Mar 11th 2026

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22 min
March 10 What’s Next In Iran? Clint Oliver Weighs In
Clint Oliver breaks down his perspective on the war in Iran and shares what he believes may happen next.

Mar 10th 2026

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36 min
March 10 Gas Prices Surge As The CA Governor Race Heats Up
Joe Basile breaks down the latest developments in the California governor’s race and explains why gas prices continue to rise across the state.

Mar 9th 2026

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30 min
March 10 Is God Non‑Binary? Joe Basile Responds
Pastor Joe Basile reacts to a resurfaced 2021 speech by Texas State Representative James Talarico, a Democrat and Presbyterian seminarian, who sparked controversy by declaring that “God is non‑binary.”

Mar 9th 2026

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29 min
March 08 Garry Bredefeld Slams Human Compost Controversy
The San Joaquin River Conservancy blasted the use of composted human remains on local land, calling it a violation of state law as officials including Garry Bredefeld and Kacey Auston‑Tibbetts demanded action. Bredefeld joined the show and labeled the move a “stupid decision,” saying that while halting further compost is progress, the existing material still must be removed.

Mar 6th 2026

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22 min
March 05 Driving Into Disaster: California’s Auto Insurance Crisis
Stacy Korsgaden has seen firsthand how insurance can make or break lives. She joins the show to break down California’s auto‑insurance crisis as skyrocketing rates hit drivers with hikes that feel impossible to justify.

Mar 4th 2026

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31 min
March 04 Mayor Dyer: $10.4 Million Grant for Homeless is "Proof of Success"
The funds will be used to support more than 500 existing emergency shelter beds for adults ages 18 and over, including case management for each person to assist them with their path to exit homelessness.
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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…