Ray Appleton

Ray Appleton

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  • Swalwell's Forgotten Poetry Resurfaces

    A long‑forgotten college poem written by a young Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell has suddenly resurfaced, stirring new attention with its intense, theatrical imagery.

    Feb 17th 2026  

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    11 min
  • AOC Stumbles In Munich

    While in Munich, AOC is asked whether the U.S. should defend Taiwan if China invades — and her rambling response quickly goes off the rails.

    Feb 17th 2026  

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    10 min
  • Fireworks On The Hill: Bondi Takes On Congress

    Attorney General Pam Bondi’s congressional appearance on the Epstein case erupted into fireworks as she clashed with several Democrats, most notably Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jerry Nadler.

    Feb 12th 2026  

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    7 min
  • Not My Music: Gene Simmons Sounds Off

    Gene Simmons fires back at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, blasting its shift toward hip‑hop and declaring, “That’s not my music.”

    Feb 12th 2026  

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    12 min
  • Hilton Breaks Down the Debate And California’s Future

    Steve Hilton stops by the studio after returning from the Tulare Ag Show to share what he learned and what’s next for California’s farmers. He also breaks down highlights from last week’s debate and lays out his vision for a better California if elected governor.

    Feb 11th 2026  

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    20 min
  • Kurt Cobain: Was He Killed?

    A private team of forensic experts has reexamined Kurt Cobain’s autopsy and crime‑scene files, and one specialist now believes the evidence points to homicide. We break down the shocking new analysis and what it could mean for the decades‑old case.

    Feb 11th 2026  

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    13 min
  • Blackjack Ban: California’s High‑Stakes Mistake

    California’s sudden ban on blackjack in cardrooms could cost tens of thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue. Kyle Kirkland joins the show to break down what this decision really means for communities across the state.

    Feb 10th 2026  

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    23 min
  • Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show: Unity or Uproar?

    Bad Bunny capped his Super Bowl halftime show with a call for unity — but critics quickly blasted the performance as anything but. We dive into the reactions and what fans really thought of the spectacle.

    Feb 9th 2026  

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    40 min
  • Jock Tax: Sam Darnold’s Pricey Victory

    Sam Darnold’s Super Bowl win came with an unexpected price tag — a $249,000 hit thanks to California’s infamous “jock tax.” Turns out the quarterback lost some cash while earning his ring.

    Feb 9th 2026  

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    15 min
  • Marc Kapetan announces he's running for Judge

    Feb 6th 2026  

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    20 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…

Best of Ray Appleton

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  1. Number 1: RAY RETURNS! After an extended medical leave, the legendary Ray Appleton returns to KMJ
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  2. Number 2: FRESNO UNIFIED: The Problems No One Can Ignore
    38 min
  3. Number 3: 2026 BALLOT BREAKDOWN: Michael Der Manouel Jr. Makes His Picks
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