Ray Appleton
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 and viewpoints with his very large and loyal audience weekdays from 11am-2pm on Central California's News Talk 580 and 105.9 KMJ!
Episodes
Dale Anderson of Project Survival Cat Haven joins the show to share stories from his recent expedition to Mongolia, where he set out to locate the elusive Pallas’s cat.
Apr 16th 2026
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Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer joins the program to discuss the newly revised Measure C and how it could improve roadways across the city.”
Apr 15th 2026
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Another accuser has come forward alleging sexual assault by Rep. Eric Swalwell in an incident she says took place at a West Hollywood hotel in 2018. Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to discuss the allegations, what could come next for Swalwell, and the potential impact on the California governor’s race.
Apr 14th 2026
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Kyle Kirkland joins the show to discuss his congressional run and the issues driving his campaign. He also shares his perspective on the race against incumbent Jim Costa.
Apr 13th 2026
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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A special Good Friday episode with guest host Brooke Ashjian & Mayor Jerry Dyer.
Apr 3rd 2026
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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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President Donald Trump shared an update on Iran and what could come next. Guest host John Gerardi also takes a look at the latest developments surrounding the moon mission.
Apr 2nd 2026
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President Donald Trump has dismissed Pam Bondi as attorney general, appointing Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve in the role on an acting basis. John Gerardi guest hosts to break down the developments and what comes next.
Apr 2nd 2026
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It’s Law & Order time on KMJ as Blake breaks down local crime trends and the bizarre case of a police chief caught driving badly in San Leandro.
Apr 1st 2026
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What happens if birthright citizenship changes? Amy Swearer of Advancing American Freedom joins the show with answers.
Apr 1st 2026
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The countdown is almost over as Artemis II enters its final hours, with NASA engineers confident all systems are go. We dive into the tension, the tech, and why this moonshot could mark a bold new chapter in human spaceflight.
Mar 31st 2026
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Money talks—especially in politics. In this episode, Ray breaks down the California governor’s race by following the dollars, revealing what each candidate earns, pays, and what it could signal for the state’s future.
Mar 31st 2026
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