
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!
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 265 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentNews CommentaryNews | |||

CEO and Editor of the California Globe, Katie Grimes is not one to hold back. She joins Ray to blast Gov. Newsom on his failures in the state's top office.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton tells us how he can fix California including cleaning up the horrific sex trade in SoCal. Plus, the Rolling Stones call off their 2026 stadium tour.
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Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer joined Ray on Tuesday to discuss reports that the SEDA development plan could shudder up to 11 Fresno Unified schools. Dyer said there is "a lot of mis-information out there...some of it unintentional, some of it intentional.... more
Criminal defense attorney (and KMJ host) Marc Kapetan lends his legal expertise to the horrific double murder of Rob & Michell Reiner - allegedly at the hands of their disturbed son.
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I personally appreciate the segmented approach to these Pod casts. I appreciate having the ability to keep track it what’s going on locally. I appreciate Ray’s insights. I really don’t want to hear all the callers. Thanks!!
Stop breaking up show by segment. Hourly was perfect
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Exploring a range of pertinent topics, each episode provides insights into local and national issues including politics, community initiatives, and social challenges. From discussions about housing crises, homelessness solutions, and the infrastructure needs of local high schools, to analysis on solar energy and government regulations, the content seems to reflect the concerns of residents in Central California. Additionally, the show consistently highlights community figures and offers a platform for local officials and candidates to discuss their visions and challenges to connect with listeners. This focus on local news paired with broader political commentary creates a unique hybrid that is likely to appeal to audiences invested in both ... more
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