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Ray Appleton

KMJ Now | Cumulus Media Fresno

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!

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20:43

Steve Hilton 10-28

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/28

Republican candidate for Governor Steve Hilton takes the lead in the latest poll over his Democrat challengers. Is the fight against Prop 50 doomed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:26

Made Men & Missed Shots: Updates On The NBA Mafia...

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/24

Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith go head-to-head over the FBI’s gambling probe involving NBA figures like Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier. Barkley blasts the accused for “fixing games,” while Smith defends the role of addiction. We break down the scandal, the debate, and what it means for the league’s integrity. Oct 24th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple

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33:57

Deadly Licenses: The Fallout From California’s DMV

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/24

In this episode, we dive into the explosive controversy surrounding a fatal crash on a Southern California freeway that left three people dead and reignited a national debate over immigration, & licensing laws. Critics, including Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, accuse Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration of violating federal licensing rules by upgrading Singh’s commercial driver’s license despite a federal compliance notice. Oct 24th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and

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6:36

Pearly Gates & Troops By The Bay

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2025/10/24

President Trump reversed plans to send federal troops to San Francisco after Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the move, warning Trump’s allies would “have a lot to reconcile at the pearly gates. Oct 23rd 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on

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11:16

The House Always Wins... Unless You're the NBA

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/24

Ray dives deep into the scandal that has rocked the NBA to its core. Over 30 individuals—including Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups—have been arrested in connection with a sweeping federal investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged poker games backed by organized crime families. Oct 23rd 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify,

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17:02

From Farm To Governor: Leo Zacky’s Bid For California

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/23

Leo Zacky, a former Central Valley farmer and current candidate for Governor, joins the show to share his vision for California. He discusses his plans for the Golden State and why he believes he can defeat Republican leader Steve Hilton in the race. Oct 22nd 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton

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21:03

Obama, Newsom & Gerrymandering The Golden State

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/23

Barack Obama joins Gavin Newsom to push California’s redistricting amendment—aimed at countering Trump’s influence on the 2026 midterms. Will Prop 50 reshape the future of Congress? Oct 22nd 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on

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28:52

Justice For Caleb: A Father's Fight

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/23

Stephen Quick, father of Caleb Quick, joins the show to discuss the tragic murder of his son and the ongoing case involving two teenagers charged in connection with the crime. Under California’s Proposition 57—the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Act of 2016—the suspects may qualify for juvenile sentencing, potentially serving only 3 to 4 years before release, depending on whether they are tried as adults. Stephen is advocating for the teens to be prosecuted as adults in pursuit of

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20:50

Steve Hilton Fires Back: A Response to Leo Zacky

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/21

California gubernatorial candidate Leo Zacky says Steve Hilton should go back to the UK—and Hilton isn’t letting that slide. In this episode, Hilton joins the show to respond with sharp words and zero hesitation. Political drama? Absolutely. Tune in and hear it for yourself. Oct 21st 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you

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8:13

The Savior In Sourdough

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/20

Move over holy water—this week, we’re breaking bread with history. Archaeologists have unearthed a 1,200-year-old loaf of bread… with what appears to be the image of Jesus baked right into it. Was it divine intervention or just ancient branding? Join us as we toast this miraculous carb and ask: is this the holiest sourdough ever discovered? Oct 20th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on

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9:50

No Kings, Just Cut Programs

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/20

In a fiery Fox News interview, President Trump claimed the government shutdown gives him the power to permanently cut federal programs—including welfare. He also fired back at critics calling him a “king,” while protests from the growing ‘No Kings’ movement continue to spread across the country. Oct 20th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts,

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7:49

The Louvre Heist: Who Ordered The Greatest Museum...

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/20

In a crime that stunned the world, a crew of chainsaw-wielding thieves tore through the Louvre’s defenses and vanished with priceless jewels—leaving behind shattered glass and unanswered questions. But this wasn’t just a smash-and-grab. Authorities now believe the heist may have been commissioned by a mysterious collector lurking in the shadows. Oct 20th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available

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22:31

Finding Gobi: A Race, A Stray, & An Unbreakable Bond

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/17

When ultramarathoner Dion Leonard set out to conquer the grueling 155-mile race across China’s Gobi Desert, he never expected to find a companion. But one small stray dog had other plans. In this heartwarming episode, Dion shares the incredible story of how Gobi ran beside him for 77 miles, forging a bond that would change both of their lives forever. Oct 17th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on

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9:08

Redistricting Reckoning: Jessica Millan Patterson...

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/17

Jessica Millan Patterson joins the conversation to break down why a powerful coalition of business leaders is saying NO to Proposition 50. Oct 17th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | -

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11:32

Bernie & AOC: Unfiltered & Unhinged On CNN

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/16

Last night on CNN, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took the stage—and promptly lit it on fire. AOC accused Deloitte (yes, the accounting firm) of dumping toxic chemicals into rivers, while Bernie finally admitted the shutdown isn’t about the American people—it’s about stopping Trump. Things got spicy when a question about Chuck Schumer dodging a primary challenge from AOC triggered a full-on Bernie mansplaining moment. AOC followed up with a gender

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26:03

Father Who Took Justice Into His Own Hands Now...

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/16

A father accused of killing his 14-year-old daughter’s rapist is running to be sheriff — claiming the legal system “failed” him by charging him with murder. Aaron Spencer allegedly gunned down Michael Fosler, 67, after catching him driving off with his daughter, whom Fosler had already been charged with grooming and abusing, according to court docs. Oct 16th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’

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11:53

Republican Reps. and Foreign Truck Drivers

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/16

A group of Republican legislators is pushing legislation that would allow states to grant licenses to migrants who want to drive 18-wheeler trucks. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- 'The Ray Appleton Show’ Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Podcast | -

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19:43

Katie Grimes on Prop 50, Assembly Bills 749 and 495

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/16

The California Globe’s Editor Katie Grimes joins Ray Appleton to discuss yet another violation of Title IX as Newsom signed Assembly Bill 749 to create a Sports Equity Commission. The National Abortion Rights Action League is campaigning for passage of Proposition 50, and Assembly Bill 495 will allow a broad range of relatives to step in as children's caregivers if their parents are deported. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton

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18:50

Obama Supporting Prop. 50 and Katie Porter’s Damage...

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/16

Obama, who two months ago first spoke out in support of California voters deciding on redistricting options, said in a 30-second spot that began airing statewide on Oct. 14 that democracy is in peril, urging voters to support Prop 50. Former California congresswoman Katie Porter is attempting to press “reset” on her campaign for governor following a disastrous week that started with a video of a tense exchange with a journalist and then evolved into a broader critique of her temperament

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21:33

Steve Hilton On Porter’s Plunge

Ray Appleton ·

2025/10/15

In this episode, Steve Hilton takes aim at the dramatic fall of Congresswoman Katie Porter. Once hailed as a progressive powerhouse, Porter’s political momentum has hit a wall after videos surfaced showing her shouting profanities at a staffer during a Zoom call — yelling, “Get out of my f**ing shot!”* — and storming out of a tense CBS interview. Oct 14th 2025 --- Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms: --- 'The Ray Appleton Show’

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