The Ray Stevens Show

Jonathan Savage joins Ray Stevens to discuss President Donald Trump's meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the implications for ongoing global conflicts. Later, Trent England outlines a new campaign urging Gov. J.B. Pritzker to investigate alleged waste, fraud and abuse involving taxpayer dollars at Rush University Medical Center.

Jeff Monosso reports on Dr. Anthony Fauci's testimony on Capitol Hill, while Carlos Panizo, head flag football coach at Maine South High School, discusses the Girls Flag Football Camp at Northwestern University and the continued growth of girls flag football across the country

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Carlos Panizo, head flag football coach at Maine South High School, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the Girls Flag Football Camp at Northwestern University. He explains how the sport continues to attract more athletes and why girls flag football ranks among the fastest-growing sports in America.

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Trent England, executive director of Save Our States, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a new campaign urging Gov. J.B. Pritzker to investigate potential waste, fraud and abuse of taxpayer dollars involving Rush University Medical Center. England explains why the group believes additional oversight and accountability are needed.

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Mary Ann Ahern joins  to discuss the fallout from the Harry Benton scandal and share insights from her recent interview with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. Gen. Richard Newton examines Iran's threats toward Ukraine and assesses whether growing tensions could further complicate global conflicts.

Betsy Brantner Smith discusses concerns surrounding protests in Madison, Wisconsin, while Nicole Huyer explains how progressive economic policies influence where high-income earners choose to live and work.

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Nicole Huyer, senior research associate at The Heritage Foundation, joins Ray Stevens to discuss how progressive economic policies influence where high-income earners choose to live and work. She explains the factors driving relocation decisions and the broader economic implications for cities and states.

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Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 political reporter, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the fallout from the Harry Benton scandal and share insights from her recent interview with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. She explains how the controversy shapes the political conversation at City Hall and what it means for the administration moving forward.

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Jonathan Savage discusses France's move to ban social media for children under 15 and whether similar restrictions could gain traction in the United States. Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of AIQA Global, examines Illinois' push to audit artificial intelligence companies and who should be responsible for evaluating AI systems.

Jeff Monosso reports on the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Ontario amid economic tensions between the U.S. and Canada. Later, Bob Patterson, founder of Ruck to Remember and a Gold Star father, shares his mission to honor service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

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Bob Patterson, a Gold Star father and founder of Ruck to Remember, joins Ray Stevens to discuss how he honors fallen service members through endurance ruck marches and community events. Patterson uses the organization to keep their memories alive, support Gold Star families and remind Americans of the sacrifices military members and their loved ones make in service to the country.

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Joe Johnson discusses his campaign for Illinois' 55th District and the ongoing Speaker Chris Welch controversy, while Joe Finn, former Boston Fire Commissioner, explains how 3D tracking technology could improve firefighter safety and emergency response.

Donna Reigland of AllenForce talks about her organization's support for veterans, as well as Mark Lukas of PAWS Chicago and the group's animal welfare efforts. Jonathan Hoenig shares his weekly market insights, while appearances from Justina the Polish Queen and Tom on the Town bring a dose of Chicago culture and community to the show.

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Joseph Johnson, a candidate for Illinois' 55th District, joins Ray Stevens to discuss his campaign and weigh in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch. Johnson shared his views on key issues facing voters and outlined his priorities as he seeks to represent the district in Springfield

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