
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 | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentNewsNews Commentary | |||

Numbers matter to Reedley Mayor Matthew Tuttle. He tells Blake Taylor how the 30-year roads tax might affect his hometown.
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Fresno County's top cop gives his take on the revolving door for criminals in California. Prop. 36 passed overwhelmingly but Gov. Newsom refuses to fund it.
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Newly-crowned Assembly Minority Whip David Tangipa joins Clint Olivier to discuss the latest controversial developments with the Measure C roads tax in Fresno County.
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Clovis Mayor Pro Tem Diane Pearce joins Blake Taylor to respond to accusations by her fellow GOP Councilmembers. Did Ashley Swearengin LIE to KMJ listeners?
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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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A central California political talk show anchored by a longtime KMJ host features candid discussions with policymakers, lawyers, and commentators on state and national issues. Episodes frequently cover California governance, elections, legal cases, and policy debates, with a strong emphasis on accountability, regulatory impacts, and political strategy. Notable across episodes are direct questions to guests, data-driven critiques, and lively panel dynamics, along with occasional explorations of entertainment or cultural topics that intersect with public policy. This mix makes it helpful for listeners who want a steady stream of local-to-state political analysis, legal perspectives, and governance news, often anchored by a regional focus and ... more
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