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The Ray Stevens Show

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Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

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Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, joins The Ray Stevens Show to warn consumers about the latest Prime Day online shopping scams and summer fraud schemes. Bernas shares practical tips to he... more

Dan Zaksheske of OutKick joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the backlash over MLB Pride Night and growing concerns that politics and progressive activism are overshadowing sports. Zaksheske also weighs in on criticism of legacy sports media, argui... more

Former Deputy Assistant to the President John Ullyot joins the show to discuss the Iran agreement and whether the United States remains fully in control of the negotiations. Marlon Harris of Merging Vets and Players previews the upcoming Chicagoland ... more

Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss a new statewide poll highlighting Illinois residents' biggest concerns, including taxes, public safety, and the state's direction. He explains what the findings reve... more

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Recent Guests

Gus Noble
President of the Chicago Scots
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Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 5, 2026) | Illinois Budget Battle, Election Challenges & Honoring Veterans
Kristina McCloy
Founder of Concerned Parents of Illinois
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Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 5, 2026) | Illinois Budget Battle, Election Challenges & Honoring Veterans
Max Armstrong
Agriculture and farming commentator
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Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 4, 2026) | America’s Oil Supply, Mortgage Market Trends & Economic Outlook
David Bozell
President of Media Research Center
Media Research Center
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 3, 2026) | ICE Testimony, Surveillance Tech Debate & DeSantis Tax Fight
Kyle Brosnan
General Counsel for The Oversight Project
The Oversight Project
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 3, 2026) | ICE Testimony, Surveillance Tech Debate & DeSantis Tax Fight
Jessica Rosenthal
Reporter for Fox News Rundown Podcast
Fox News
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 3, 2026) | ICE Testimony, Surveillance Tech Debate & DeSantis Tax Fight
Jared Halpern
Fox News Radio correspondent
Fox News
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 2, 2026) | Fighting Illini Football, SpaceX IPO Questions & Trump’s Iran Strategy
Brad Bielema
Head coach, Illinois Fighting Illini football
Illinois Football
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 2, 2026) | Fighting Illini Football, SpaceX IPO Questions & Trump’s Iran Strategy
Brad Stephens
Representative, Illinois 20th district
Illinois General Assembly
Episode: The Ray Stevens Show (June 2, 2026) | Fighting Illini Football, SpaceX IPO Questions & Trump’s Iran Strategy

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Ray Stevens
Host of the show, prominently featured in Chicago-area morning broadcasts with a conservative-leaning, entertainment-forward style.
Nick Gale
Co-host and on-air personality, a regular voice alongside the lead host.

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The Ray Stevens Show (June 1, 2026) | Iran Negotiations, Policing Crisis & Illinois’ Future
Q: What is the current status of the Iran negotiations and who is brokering the talks?
John Ullyot explains that while Trump has leverage, the Iranian leadership, particularly the IRGC, operates independently of whoever sits in the presidency, making it hard to seal a long-term deal without credible guarantees and control of the negotiating process.
The Ray Stevens Show (June 2, 2026) | Fighting Illini Football, SpaceX IPO Questions & Trump’s Iran Strategy
Q: Would you invest in SpaceX given the IPO and rule changes?
The guest explains that investment depends on expected future earnings and personal risk tolerance; there is no certain bet, and changes in rules could broaden access but do not guarantee outcomes.
The Ray Stevens Show (May 12, 2026) | Ukraine War Talks, Chicago Economy & Taiwan Tensions
Q: Where do we stand on the war now?
Savage notes that while diplomacy exists, Europe has been largely sidelined from core negotiations, the US leads the talks, and there was a recent ceasefire that was quickly violated, with Russia continuing military pressure in Donbass and drone campaigns.
The Ray Stevens Show (May 12, 2026) | Ukraine War Talks, Chicago Economy & Taiwan Tensions
Q: What's the kerfuffle about?
Jonathan Savage explains that Europe wants a seat at peace talks between Russia and Ukraine due to its stake in the region, while the US leads diplomacy and Putin has floated controversial mediators like Schröder, which Brussels has rejected due to his ties to Russia's energy sector.
The Ray Stevens Show (June 5, 2026) | Illinois Budget Battle, Election Challenges & Honoring Veterans
Q: Is there any good news or positive development in this budget?
Dylan notes that transparency appeared to improve this year and some timing improvements reduced the shock factor compared to past years, though concerns about gimmicks and last-minute changes persist.

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A fast-paced Chicago morning show combines local politics, policy debates, sports, and community events with a punchy, opinionated vibe. Episodes typically feature hosts riffing on state and city governance, budget battles, energy and market trends, and high-profile guest experts who ground discussions in practical implications for everyday households. Across recent shows, conversations frequently pivot around Illinois fiscal policy, infrastructure and policing, tax and regulatory issues, and prominent national topics, all framed through a conservative-leaning lens with plenty of humor and local color. Noteworthy are recurring live calls, charitable fundraisers, and on-site promos that reinforce a strong community-orientation alongside shar... more

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