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Ray Appleton

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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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Yesterday · 34 min
Flock Failures & Dress Codes At Dinner
A woman says she was wrongly jailed for 13 days after police used license plate camera technology to link her to a crime. Plus, Mike Shirinian from The Elbow Room joins the show to talk restaurant attire, etiquette, and customer behavior. September 24th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 36 min
EIMEAR O'BRIEN: Why She's Running to Lead Fresno Schools
Eimear O'Brien joins the show to talk about her bid for Superintendent of Schools and why she believes she's the right choice as the race ramps up. September 23rd 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 36 min
MEASURE S: Dianne Pearce Sounds the Alarm for Fresno Voters
Is Measure S bad for Fresno? Clovis Mayor Pro Tem Dianne Pearce joins the show to break down the proposal and explain why she's urging voters to oppose it. September 23rd 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday · 39 min
TRUMP VS. THE PRESS: Blake Taylor and Marc Kapetan Break Down the UN Speech & White House Media Ban
Guest hosts Blake Taylor and Marc Kapetan break down President Trump’s fiery UN speech and the White House decision to ban multiple media outlets. September 22nd 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday · 36 min
INSIDE THE COURTROOM: The Latest on the Clancy Trial and Other Major Cases
Guest hosts Blake Taylor and Marc Kapetan dive into the latest courtroom drama, including the high-profile Clancy trial, breaking down the biggest cases and what they could mean moving forward. September 22nd 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday · 12 min
CALIFORNIA'S TRAIN TO NOWHERE: Alexandra Macedo Questions High-Speed Rail Spending
Assemblymember Alexandra Macedo joins the program to expose new questions surrounding California’s High-Speed Rail project, including allegations of taxpayer dollars being spent on travel, and more. September 22nd 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday · 12 min
DISASTER IN YOSEMITE: Helicopter Down as Dome Fire Rages
Jeff Aiello joins the show to break down the dramatic helicopter crash in Yosemite and the challenges crews face as the Dome Fire burns in one of California’s most iconic landscapes. September 21st 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday · 28 min
VONG MOUANOUTOUA: The Measure S Fight and a Run for District 5
Clovis Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua talks Measure S, the future of Fresno County, and his bid for the District 5 seat on the Board of Supervisors. September 21st 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 18 · 11 min
AL PITRELLI: TSO's Epic Return to Fresno & The Christmas Spectacle Taking Over the Valley
AL PITRELLI of TSO joins the show to preview Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s return to Fresno and reveal how they’re bringing their legendary Christmas spectacle back to the Valley bigger and better than ever. September 18th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 18 · 12 min
STEVE HILTON: The Battle for California and the Debate That Could Change the Race
STEVE HILTON joins the show from the campaign trail to preview his showdown with Xavier Becerra and make his case for a California comeback. September 18th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 18 · 20 min
NAV GURM: Firing Back At A Controversial Survey & Fighting For District 7
NAV GURM joined the show to discuss the backlash over a controversial Fresno City Council District 7 survey that questioned his age, Sikh faith, ethnicity, and religious attire as voters prepare to head to the polls. September 18th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 17 · 35 min
Orbiting Arsenal: America Takes The Fight To Space
September 17th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 17 · 13 min
FEEDING FAMILIES: How One Donation Can Change a Life
KARREN MUSSON joins the show to explain how tomorrow’s Feeding Families Fund Drive can turn your donation into hope, meals, and support for families in need across our community. September 17th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 16 · 36 min
JIM FRANKLIN: Is AI Humanity’s Greatest Threat?
Will AI Doom Us All? Guest host Jim Franklin dives into Senator Bernie Sanders' warnings about artificial intelligence, breaking down the risks, the reality, and whether AI is truly a threat to humanity's future. September 16th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 15 · 35 min
BILL MCEWEN: Kids Pay The Price For Fresno Unified's Mistakes
Field trips are out, frustration is in. GV Wire News Director Bill McEwen joins the show to discuss Fresno Unified's latest missteps, the fallout from cutting field trip funding, and what it says about the district's leadership and priorities. September 15th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 15 · 26 min
BROOKE ASHJIAN: Paying More For Less With Measure S
Guest host Brooke Ashjian breaks down Measure S, arguing Fresno taxpayers could end up paying more for promises that won’t actually solve the city’s biggest problems September 15th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 14 · 13 min
PETER VALLIS: A Preview of Greek Fest 2026
PETER VALLIS joins the show to preview Greek Fest 2026, highlighting the food, music, dancing, and traditions that make it one of the Valley’s most popular cultural celebrations. September 14th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 14 · 36 min
JOE BASILE: Three New Books, One Epic Journey
JOE BASILE, pastor of Restoration Church and author of The Infinity Chronicles, joins the show to discuss the release of three new books in the series and his appearance in the History Channel documentary The Jesus Strand. September 14th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 14 · 13 min
ALEXANDER BOLTON: Is Trump Becoming A GOP Albatross?
Alexander Bolton of The Hill joins the show to discuss Trump's promise of more money for Americans, GOP turmoil, economic concerns, and why he says Trump has become an "albatross" for parts of the Republican Party. September 14th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 11 · 1 hr 11 min
SEPTEMBER 11TH: One Nation, One Tragedy, & Warren's Unforgettable Journey Home
As America marks 25 years since 9/11, ABC30’s Warren Armstrong recounts what it was like to be traveling across the country during one of the darkest days in U.S. history. September 11th 2026 --- 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 | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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