KMJ Saturdays

On today's John Gerardi Show, John discusses the concept of "believe all women" by comparing the allegations against Graham Platner to those against Donald Trump and Brett Kavanaugh. The creepy way that the media coordinated the exits of both Platner and Eric Swallwell (as soon as they became a political liability) make John worry about their ongoing power to manipulate politics as Democrat partis...

Mike & Dave are back with a deep dive into California wines (Napa vs. Paso). The guys dine on monster jumbo stuffed prawns, served with a chilled '22 Accendo Sauv. Blanc.  Mike is headed to Paso Robles for R&D while Dave has a long list of restaurants to hit when he visits Santa Barbara.  Plus the guys harken back to the days of yore, before there was an invention called Ranch Dr...

On today’s show, John celebrates America’s 250th birthday and talks about Gavin Newsom flip-flopping yet again on transgender issues.  Plus, a democratic insider cooperates with the feds and wears a wire to take down Gov. Newsom's former Chief of Staff.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Independence Day - America's 250th anniversary! This week, Joe and Lisa discuss celebrations, special events, the Most American things, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj   Visit linkcare.org for more information about finding a therapist or to donate to hel...

Happy post-Father's Day and pre-Independence Day! This week, Joe and Lisa discuss World Cup fandom, tourism boom and love in the USA, Joe rates an AI Father's Day gift list, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj   Visit linkcare.org for more information about finding a th...

Mike and Dave take a trip down memory lane while dining on Salisbury Steak and sipping on a '22 Chappellet Signature from Pritchard Hill.    The guys discuss eating TV dinners as kids and the secrets to hiring good servers. TVdinners #SalisburySteak #BettyCrocker #HungryMan #BBQ #FathersDay #Hiring #Training #FamilyTree #July4 #America250 #Fresno #KMJ #ElbowRoom #Westwoods #YosemiteRanch...

John takes a deep dive into the competing billionaire tax proposals.  The union-backed California proposal will be on the November ballot, which Newsom opposes. So, as a counter-measure Newsom decided to take his billionaire tax plan to the nation.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John breaks down the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran: It makes the best of a bad situation where America has lost most of its leverage. He also discusses how LGBT advocates do not really care for “inclusion” as as much as as they claim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Shirinian is joined by good pals Pat LoRocca and Nick Mariziliano.  The guys dine on Italian fritatta and sip on some bubbles.  They just returned from an awesome trip to Napa for the Taste of Oakville - plus it's Father's Day weekend. #Napa #Fresno #Syrah #Sangiovese #Mondavi #ScreamingEagle #Yountville #PeterMichael #Wine #California #UnderTheTable #Enology   See omnystu...

John discusses the impending death of college athletics through gambling, the Brendan Sorsby Texas Tech scandal, and NIL; and how liberals have bumped up against the limits of their "me too" beliefs with Graham Platner's campaign for the US Senate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby it's hot outside and Joe and Lisa are feeling squirrely. This week they cover Flag Day, Fresno's summer curfew, what it's like to live in the world's most peaceful countries, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj   Visit linkcare.org for more information about findin...

Mike and Dave feast on prosciutto-wrapped swordfish served with a Caldwell chardonnay.  The guys preview the Taste of Oakville, Pizza Hut's retro move, the NBA Finals, SpaceX's IPO, and Lido in Pismo Beach. #Father'sDay #SpaceX #ElonMusk #Napa #NBAFinals #PizzaHut #Ovidios #Lido #Pismo #CopperSalmon #FarmerandtheBootlegger #GarbanzoBeans  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Dave & Mike dine on fresh Columbia River salmon with Fresno State corn and wash it down with a Stargazing 2022 pino noir.  Dave recaps his trip to Newport Beach and has some restaurant recommendations.  Mike previews "Glass Class" at the Elbow Room.  Cheers! #TrulyPizza #Napa #LagunaBeach #EarthCafe #LaLaLand #ElbowRoom #Fresno #Pismos #KMJ #shits&giggles #HamAndButterSandwi...

This week Joe and Lisa celebrate the warm weather by talking about all things outdoors including BBQ and the best tri-tip in town, Google's plan to release millions of mosquitoes, legislature to bring the grizzly bear back to California and to protect residents and livestock from mountain lions, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Po...

On this episode of the John Gerardi show, John discusses how the Roman Catholic Diocese got excluded from its promotional night at Grizzlies Stadium because of a "Pride Night" promotion involving drag queens scheduled for the same day. He also breaks down the election: why California Democrats want the vote-counting process to take a long time, and why Xavier Becerra is the "Cardboard Box Candidat...

California state employees are trying desperately to avoid returning to work, post COVID.  Liberal Gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra visits Fresno to discuss the fraud-latened In-home supportive services program.  Colleges want students to resume taking the SAT.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's talk glorious junk, chaos at Yosemite, local drone surveillance, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj   Visit linkcare.org for more information about finding a therapist or to donate to help support the care of missionaries and those in ministry.  Visit r...

Mike Shirinian is joined by fellow restaurateurs Marco Santa Fe Mia (DiCicco's in Madera) and Pat LaRocca (Five in Fresno).  Did you know these guys are first cousins? The boys dine on Alaskan halibut and sip on Kosta Brown pinot while discussing the family business.  Saluti! #ItalianFood #Fresno #Madera #Napa #ItalianPeppers #Cuisine #LasVegas  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

John discusses the Gavin Newsom-Chevron feud, and vents his frustration at Chevron giving Xavier Becerra a $500,000 campaign contribution: why do big corporations give money to Democrat politicians who hate them? The Fresno County Board of Supervisors approached two different LGBT issues differently: Pride Month in the libraries vs a booth at the Pride Parade for County Public Health. The Spencer...

This week Joe and Lisa dive into Memorial day origins, events around town, the kick-off of summer, a crazy CalTrans announcement, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media @basilekmj   Visit linkcare.org for more information about finding a therapist or to donate to help support the car...

Dave Fansler and Nick Mariziliano have just returned from the huge Chicago restaurant show and boy do they have some stories!  The guys dine on lasagna from Sam's served with a LaFiorita Brunello. 16Slicers #AI #FrogLegs #HugosFrogBar #MapleAndAsh #Chicago #Fresno #SamsDeli #Lasagna #Italy Photo credit:  Title:  Chicago skyline. Caption:  rudi1976 / Depositphotos.com See omnyst...

John talks with Fresno City Council candidate David Borchardt about SEDA.  He also takes a deep dive into an important SCOTUS case over abortion pills and the California race for Governor. #FDA #Abortion #Louisiana #Fresno #Dobbs #California #GovernorRace #XavierBecerra  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike & Dave dine on Hunter's chicken served with a 2024 Frank Family Chardonnay.  The guys recap Mother's Day service and why they had so many customers skip out on reservations.  Get ready for the reservation rules to change!  Dave previews his big road trip to Chicago for the restaurant show. #SamsDeli #Fresno #Chicago #Abba #GoatandtheGirl #Maple&Ash #SierraNutHouse #Iran...

Big things are happening across the Central Valley! This week on the Joe & Lisa Basile Show, we dive into major changes coming to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Hollywood stars making their way to Fresno, exciting events lighting up Old Town Clovis, and, of course, a round of unforgettable Odd News. Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on s...

SCOTUS and Virginia redistricting rulings have ruffled democrat feathers.  Also, the effort to defund Planned Parenthood is gaining strength, so why is the pro-life movement upset at Pres. Trump and keep losing elections?     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.