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Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris

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Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris, airing weekdays on 101.7 The Truth.

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1/12/26 5PM: Deadly Force, Debate & a 50/50 City

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/13

The 5 o’clock hour starts with breaking local headlines — from safer street funding and a grocery store closure on Milwaukee’s north side to a man sentenced for shooting police and a tragic homicide involving a pregnant mother. Dr. Ken revisits the police conversation, laying out the three things required for deadly force, and opens the floor to Truth Nation. A wild tangent about a senior with dementia winning $1.2 million after mistaking a slot machine for a vending machine leads into a lighter

44:35

1/7/26 4PM: Growth

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/08

Dr. Ken opens the hour challenging Gen Z and Gen Alpha to respect education without surrendering their right to think critically. He explains that truth doesn’t come from blind obedience to textbooks or institutions, but from questioning who tells the story, whose voices are missing, and who benefits from the narrative. Using Columbus and “discovery” as an example, he shows how history often reflects power more than truth. The conversation then turns local, with questions about illegal towing in

46:16

1/7/26 5PM: Headline Fatigue

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/08

This hour of Truth in the Afternoon blends philosophy with real-world concerns as Dr. Ken urges listeners to move beyond memorization and toward wisdom. He reminds Truth Nation that questioning authority isn’t rebellion — it’s responsibility — and that education should be a launchpad, not a cage. From there, the discussion shifts to everyday systems that shape our lives, including car towing practices and the evolving role of libraries in a digital age. A powerful listener text sparks a deeper

45:10

1/6/26 4PM: Missing

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/07

Dr. Ken opens Truth in the Afternoon with a powerful challenge to Milwaukee’s religious leadership, asking whether churches, mosques, and synagogues have chosen comfort over confrontation. He questions why faith institutions that once drove social change now seem disconnected from violence, poverty, and injustice in the streets. As the conversation continues, Truth Nation weighs in on the viral controversy surrounding Karri Turner Bryant and the Black church’s fixation on women’s dress, sparking

44:16

1/6/26 5PM: History

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/07

The 5 o’clock hour dives into the Top 5 @ 5, covering everything from a Black valedictorian losing her scholarship to tragic violence across Milwaukee. Dr. Ken then reacts to allegations against Will Smith, pushing listeners to wrestle with celebrity, power, and accountability. Sandra calls in to add fuel to the conversation, keeping the debate lively and unfiltered. As the show wraps up, Dr. Ken ties together the day’s themes — silence, responsibility, and the cost of avoiding hard truths. It’s an

45:18

1/5/26 4PM: Why Would A Man Want To Die For You?

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/05

It’s officially 2026, and The Truth celebrates another anniversary with Dr. Ken delivering one of his most powerful Truths yet. He challenges listeners to rethink what it really means when someone says they’d “die” for a partner — explaining that real commitment isn’t emotional or performative, but rooted in responsibility, duty, and alignment. A man protects what becomes part of his code, Dr. Ken says, and true love is about leadership, trust, and standing firm in what you’re willing to defend. The

22:51

1/5/26 5PM: Happy Alpha-versary

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/05

The second half of the show dives into the realities shaping Milwaukee in 2026 — from rising parking costs and a new city slogan to political shakeups and tragic weekend violence. Dr. Ken breaks down why we struggle so much with criticism and asks whether every uncomfortable truth deserves to be dismissed as racism. The conversation heats up around DEI in entertainment after Bill Maher and Tim Allen criticize its impact on creativity, sparking debate about whether inclusion helps or hurts

45:59

12/30/25 4PM: You

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/30

Dr. Ken opens the show asking if it’s New Year’s Eve Eve, then quickly shifts into a powerful Truth about technology and artificial intelligence already shaping public safety in Milwaukee. He explains how AI can help deploy resources smarter, reduce dangerous guesswork, and increase accountability — but only if used with restraint and oversight. Dr. Ken warns that unchecked surveillance, hidden algorithmic bias, and overreliance on tech can quietly erode trust and human judgment. Callers like

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12/30/25 5PM: Tech? Shmech

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/30

The second hour dives into a new concern — brain rot — as Dr. Ken reacts to a WISN report and asks the poll question of the day: Is brain rot a technology problem or a discipline problem? After a Christmas Day shooting tied to a Facebook Marketplace deal, the show pivots to the Top 5 @ 5, covering local culture, crime, civil liberties, and education highlights. Poll results show listeners overwhelmingly blame discipline over technology, reinforcing Dr. Ken’s final reflections on how AI will continue

45:48

12/25/26 4PM: Leave

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/30

47:51

12/29/25 5PM: Billionaire with a "B"

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/30

The 5 o’clock hour opens with the Top 5 @ 5, covering cold weather, crime, public safety, and MPS expanding access to free menstrual products. The conversation then heats up when Dr. Ken weighs in on a petition calling for Nicki Minaj to be deported — and defends her right to speak freely, sparking a spirited on-air debate. After reading texts and YouTube messages, Dr. Ken takes a tangent into football and culture before closing the show with a thought-provoking question: What do ten names like

44:21

12/22/25 4PM: Second Chances or Final Consequences?

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/22

With Dr. Ken out, Homer fills in and opens Truth in the Afternoon by asking a question that instantly divides Truth Nation: Is life without parole too harsh for a teen who committed murder? Callers flood the lines with powerful perspectives — from South Side Frank arguing for second chances, to Al pointing out how race and location shape outcomes, to Alexandria sharing a deeply personal story about her 80-year-old grandmother surviving general population. The debate cuts deep, forcing listeners to

43:56

12/22/25 5PM: Trafficking, Accountability & The...

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/22

The second hour turns to breaking news out of Franklin, where four people were arrested in a sex trafficking investigation tied to a local strip club — raising hard questions about blame, responsibility, and whether some businesses outlive their purpose. Homer pushes Truth Nation to wrestle with uncomfortable realities: What happens when the trafficker is the club itself? And is there a moral difference between paying for an act versus paying someone to leave? The show closes with a sobering look

44:42

12/18/25 4PM: "Money"

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/18

Today's edition of Truth In The Afternoon centers on one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces shaping our lives: money. Dr. Ken's Truth breaks down why money management matters just as much as money itself. From saving with intention to financial responsibility and asset accumulation, Dr. Ken challenges listeners to rethink their relationship with money—not as a goal, but as a tool for stability, freedom, and generational growth.The hour then turns to an in-depth conversation with

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12/18/25 5PM: "The Fix Is In"

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/18

Hour Two opens with the Top 5 @ 5 which includes updates on the Brown University shooting, new developments in the Judge Hannah Dugan trial, a false accusation involving an MPS school bus driver, and Milwaukee Public Schools clearing high-risk buildings of lead hazards—addressing concerns the city itself has struggled to resolve. The conversation then shifts to sports with NYCGP as Dr. Ken asks his thoughts on the tragic Micah Parsons injury & the upcoming divisional battle between the NFC North

45:27

12/15/25 4PM: Humanity

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/16

Dr. Ken opens the show with a powerful message: as we head into 2026, we’re exhausted from defending labels and divisions that were never meant to define us. He breaks down how identity has become confused with destiny and why real progress comes from empathy, restraint, and maturity—not political tribes. After reading chats and texts, Dr. Ken digs into the Hannah Dugan trial, immigration misconceptions, the Packers loss, and a tough question: Why don’t Black women talk about DV or SA? Breaking news

44:29

12/15/25 5PM: ...Black Women...Zero

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/16

The second hour kicks off with callers weighing in on partying culture, date-rape drugs, and how women navigate danger. Dr. Ken runs through the Top 5, including the latest on the Hannah Dugan trial, a tragic family case, and a major ruling affecting Catholic Charities. Then the show turns to the topic lighting up YouTube: Sherrone Moore. Should he lose his Black card? Is the outrage justified—or selective? The debate heats up as Dr. Ken challenges Truth Nation to confront hypocrisy, double

45:44

12/11/15 3PM: Can You Really Stop Someone?

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/12

Dr. Ken opens an extended edition of Truth in the Afternoon by replaying the call between Brandon from Milwaukee and Kyle — and asks Truth Nation to weigh in: Can you stop a person who’s already decided what they’re going to do? As the YouTube poll lights up, Dr. Ken reflects on his upbringing and reinforces a message he lives by — life is what you make it — but influence only works if someone is willing to hear it. The conversation shifts to politics as Dr. Ken questions Joel Brennan’s run for

46:44

12/11/15 4PM: Age, Wisdom & The Cost of Accountability

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/12

Dr. Ken begins hour two with his Truth: Age, Wisdom, and Experience Is a Thing, reminding listeners that 2026 must be the year we value those who’ve survived battles younger generations only watch on TikTok. The conversation turns heavy as Dr. Ken plays a heartbreaking video of a Milwaukee mother whose son died following a police chase, challenging Truth Nation with a critical question: Where does accountability truly start? Callers weigh in on reckless driving, police pursuits, and the systems

45:46

12/11/15 5PM: Play Stupid Games, Win Stupid Prizes

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/12

The third hour kicks off with the Top 5 @ 5, covering street designations honoring local leaders, a Lyft hit-and-run, and a shocking case of a woman shoplifting during a Shop With a Cop event. Dr. Ken breaks down the controversy surrounding Judge Hannah Dugan’s trial, then questions who’s really running HR at MPS as lawsuits continue to mount. After the headlines, Dr. Ken tackles rising healthcare costs as the Senate rejects an extension of federal subsidies, warning listeners that millions may feel

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