The Ray Stevens Show

Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez joins the show to discuss holding parents accountable for juvenile crime and the latest controversy surrounding Pope Leo Island. John Tillman, CEO of the American Culture Project and former Illinois Policy Institute leader, discusses his new book The Political Vise , explaining why elected officials often fail to deliver on the promises voters expect. Mortgage expert Dav...

Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss Illinois' latest state budget, ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking, and legislation aimed at strengthening debt protections for consumers. La Ha explains why she believes the state must do more to protect vulnerable victims, promote fiscal responsibility, and ease the financial burden on Illinois families faci...

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain why oil prices are falling and what it could mean for consumers. Flynn breaks down the factors driving energy markets, including global supply, geopolitical tensions, and economic demand, while addressing the question on every driver's mind: when will lower oil prices translate into cheaper gas at the pump...

Terri Esch joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, on June 25. Esch shares Jimmy’s story and explains how donating blood can make a life-saving difference for patients and families facing medical emergencies. The conversation highlights the importance of community involvement, blood donation awareness, and supporting those in need through s...

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn explains why oil prices are falling and whether Americans can expect relief at the gas pump in the weeks ahead. Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins the show to discuss the state budget, efforts to combat human trafficking, and new debt protection measures impacting Illinois families. Later, Terri Esch shares the story behind an up...

Brian Pannebecker of Auto Workers for Trump joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss his new book,  Blue Collar Conservative: From Reagan to Trump . Pannebecker explains how working-class Americans have become a driving force within the Republican Party and why many union and manufacturing workers have shifted toward conservative policies in recent years. The conversation explores the future of...

Brian Pannebecker of Auto Workers for Trump joins the show to discuss his new book, Blue Collar Conservative: From Reagan to Trump , and why working-class voters continue to reshape the Republican Party. Former Ted Cruz Chief of Staff Paul Teller examines the latest Iran agreement and whether the benefits justify the costs and conflict surrounding the negotiations. Later, David Bozell of the Media...

Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the tentative agreement reached with Iran and the key issues still facing negotiators. Savage explains what is included in the proposed deal, how it could impact Iran’s nuclear program, and whether the agreement is likely to ease tensions in the Middle East. The conversation also examines what the deal could mean...

Ron Heeg, Sheriff of LaPorte County, Indiana, joins The Ray Stevens Show to provide an update on Deputy Jon Samuelson, who was paralyzed in the line of duty after a shooting last month and is now undergoing intensive rehabilitation in Chicago. Sheriff Heeg discusses Samuelson’s recovery journey, the overwhelming support from law enforcement and the community, and the challenges facing office...

Bryan Anderson, a decorated Army veteran, Purple Heart recipient, triple amputee, Emmy Award-winning host, actor, and author, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the powerful new documentary  Sum Function . The film shines a spotlight on amputee veterans competing in the demanding world of wheelchair rugby while overcoming the physical and emotional challenges that come with life after comb...

LaPorte County Sheriff Ron Heeg provides an update on Deputy Jon Samuelson’s recovery after the Indiana officer was paralyzed in a shooting and is now undergoing intensive rehabilitation in Chicago. Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage breaks down the tentative agreement reached with Iran, examining what’s included in the deal and whether it could lead to lower energy prices. Later,...

The Capitalist Pig Jonathan Hoenig joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down one of the biggest market events of the decade: SpaceX is officially coming public. With rumors of a valuation soaring over $2 trillion, we discuss how this massive move could officially launch Elon Musk into trillionaire status—even though the company posted a $5 billion loss last year. Is it a speculative gamble, o...

Are you ready to meet your new best friend? This weekend, Paw Chicago is hosting its highly anticipated Summer Lovin’ Adoption Event , and things are moving fast! Join us at 1997 North Clybourn this Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, where we are slashing adoption fees by 50% on an amazing lineup of overlooked animals. Ray and Mark Lukas highlight some incredible pets looking for...

Chicago Wolves Vice Chairman/Governor Wendell Young joins The Ray Stevens Show to breakdown the Calder Cup playoff heat. Ray and Wendell dive into the team's incredible mid-pack surge to the finals, drawing parallels to past gritty championship runs, and talk about what makes the matchup against Toronto a potential seven-game thriller. Plus, they talk about the legendary leadership of owner Don Le...

Sergeant Nathan Szewczyk joins The Ray Stevens Show to preview the annual Cops and Bobbers fishing derby at Heritage Park's Lake Beserra in Glendale Heights. Sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 52, this beloved community event has been bringing local youth and law enforcement together for over two decades. Sergeant Szewczyk shares what to expect at tomorrow’s derby—from ne...

Former Des Plaines Police Chief and Chicago Police Department veteran chief Bill Cushner joins The Ray Stevens Show to dissect the missing puzzle pieces holding back the State’s Attorney from filing charges. From the science behind gunshot residue (GSR) and powder stippling to the high hurdles of juvenile interrogations, Chief Kushner pulls back the curtain on how real-world forensic investi...

Stephen Moore from Unleashed Prosperity joins The Ray Stevens show and dives into the complex and often contradictory state of the current American economy. Following a rollercoaster week of data—featuring a strong jobs report alongside a concerning spike in inflation—we break down which way the financial winds are actually blowing. Ray and Stephen cut through the noise regarding recen...

Think international conflicts don’t impact your neighborhood? Think again. In this episode, mortgage expert David Hochberg breaks down how rising geopolitical tensions blew up the housing market in real-time, instantly hiking interest rates from the high 5s to the high 6s. If you are currently hunting for a home, you cannot afford to miss this crucial warning. Filing for a Chapter 7 bankrupt...

The US just unleashed a major series of missile and fighter jet strikes targeting critical infrastructure outside Tehran. Fox News Radio Miami Eben Brown Joins The Ray Stevens Show to unpack the chaos from the night before, including the stunning moment Iranian leadership reportedly reached out to beg for a pause. We discuss the fallout across Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, Trump's shifting strategy...

Pastor Corey Brooks of Project Hood Joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the deeply rooted issues driving violent youth crime, accountability failures, and the rising phenomenon of "teen takeovers" in Chicago and across the country. Pastor Brooks emphasizes that structural change cannot happen without active parenting, directly linking the lack of male role models and absent fathers to the des...

Illinois State Representative Dan Ugaste joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the high-stakes legislative battle to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. As the franchise actively considers relocating to Indiana due to steep property tax burdens, Representative Ugaste breaks down his newly proposed pilot bill designed to incentivize the team to stay while protecting local homeowners.   Repr...

GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Darren Bailey join The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the growing financial burdens facing Illinois families and businesses. From high corporate taxes to unnecessary government regulations, Bailey breaks down why major companies like Boeing are leaving the state and outlines his vision for tax relief and government accountability.  Is the current administration fre...

Republican Minority Leader of the Illinois House of Representatives Tony McCombie joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the political fallout from the Bears' potential move, the unilateral executive decisions overriding the legislature, and the controversial maneuvering behind the state’s motor fuel tax. dives into the growing friction between Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and working-cla...

Is Illinois on the verge of losing the Chicago Bears forever? While the Democrats try to walk this path alone, they are failing to get on the same page, leaving the pride and joy of Illinois vulnerable to out-of-state poaching. Republican Minority Leader John Curran joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the critical need for bipartisan cooperation to save the Bears' stadium deal, why Illinois must...

Are the US and Israel finally splitting at the seams over Iran? While Benjamin Netanyahu vows forceful retaliation, Donald Trump has issued a chilling warning: “You better be careful, or you will be on your own very soon.” Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage breaks down the chaotic reality of Operation Epic Fury —from the mission to crush Iran's naval capabilities to the backroom ne...