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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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1/16/26 4PM: The Villian

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/16

Dr. Ken opens the show with a powerful Truth titled “The Villain,” challenging Milwaukee to stop waiting for saviors and start producing everyday heroes. He argues that the city’s biggest problem in 2026 isn’t a lack of resources, but a lack of responsibility — calling on residents to show up in education, politics, and business instead of just criticizing from the sidelines. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist James Causey joins the conversation to unpack what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

43:48

1/16/26 5PM: Pop off Friday

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/16

The 5 o’clock hour begins with the Top 5 @ 5, covering everything from returning snow and rising bus fares to a hacked airport account and another deadly hit-and-run. Dr. Ken revisits Bernice King’s call for faith that moves, not just speaks, and expands on Milwaukee’s transit changes with listener Jane calling in. A light moment turns into deeper reflection as Dr. Ken admits he never knew the difference between a Coke and a Pepsi bottle — before the conversation pivots back to responsibility and

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1/15/26 4PM: Any Takers?

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/15

Hour One opens with Dr. Ken making a statement before he even speaks — dressed sharp, intentional, and ready to disrupt comfort. That moment sets the tone for a powerful reframing of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Moving beyond familiar quotes and holiday nostalgia, Dr. Ken reminds listeners that before Dr. King was a dreamer, he was a pastor whose faith was operational, not decorative — lived out in streets, jails, courtrooms, and constant personal risk. Dr. Ken challenges the idea of

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1/15/26 5PM: Time To Say No

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/15

Hour Two turns to today’s headlines with Dr. Ken’s signature mix of insight, humor, and hard questions. From speculation about Saks and Neiman Marcus sales to why “Black folks and cold weather activities” don’t always mix, the show moves fluidly between light moments and serious reflection. The tone sharpens as the conversation shifts to Milwaukee violence, a former county bus driver facing homicide charges, and the ongoing toll these stories take on families and communities. Dr. Ken also digs into

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1/13/26 4PM: Waiting For Justice

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/13

Dr. Ken opens the show with the latest developments in the Cory Stingley case, examining the long and painful wait the Stingley family endured for answers. He challenges the idea that “justice delayed is justice denied,” offering a deeper perspective on how and why justice often takes time. As the conversation continues, Dr. Ken breaks down the details of the case, discusses why public protests may follow, and invites callers to share their reactions and concerns. The show closes with a critical

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1/12/26 4PM: Selective Outrage

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/01/13

Dr. Ken opens the show responding to comments made by Sherwin about police — and explains why they struck a nerve. From there, he delivers a powerful Truth on selective outrage in Milwaukee, questioning why protests erupted over a death in Minneapolis while two men killed locally the same weekend were met with silence. He argues that this reveals a hierarchy of grief, where distant tragedies spark action but Black deaths in Milwaukee become background noise. Callers jump in, tensions rise, and Dr

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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12/25/26 4PM: Leave

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2025/12/30

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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

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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

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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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