KMJ Saturdays

The midterms were an expected trainwreck for conservativesin California. JG breaks down Steve Hilton's defeat, and the horrible policies enacted by the ballot initiatives. We also assess the local election results, particularly focused on the disappointing victory of Maria Pacheco over Mike Karbassi for County Supervisor, and the possible defeat of Measure S.  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Why did Republicans lose the 2026 midterms? There were a lot of reasons, but John drills into the chief reason: the War in Iran. JG specifically drills into the president's decision not to seek Congressional authorization: why the American people's lack of buy-in doomed the whole enterprise from the start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Veterans Day Weekend! There is a lot to cover this morning from the midterm elections... from responses and reasons to historic firsts, 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 sup...

Mike and Dave are joined by restaurant legend Arianne Wing.  She and her family operated the famous Imperial Palace which drew celebs, royals and political big wigs to the small farm town of Hanford.  They dine on pork tenderloin served with a robust Vino Godfather "Prohibition Red" Hanford #ImperialPalace #China #Chinois #Pagoda #TimeManagement #France #ChinaAlley #Tea #Wine #OpiumDen #...

The Call Her Daddy podcast is the most-listened-to podcast for women in America, and it is full of the absolute worst advice and ideas possible. It represents a growing cultural divide between Millennial/Gen Z men and women that is impacting our politics tremendously—as we can see in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Halloween, Fall Back, Election Day soon, and Brewers' Win! There is a lot of fun to cover this morning from tricks to treats, 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 c...

Election Day is almost here! John performs a vibes-based analysis to conclude that, while Steve Hilton has a lot going for him, Republican voters tend to overlook the enormous block of young, female, Los Angeles-based voters who will likely propel Becerra to victory. He also assesses what kind of person and governor we might get in Xavier Becerra, along with the forced "immigrant background" narra...

Mike and Dave dine on lobster campanelle pasta served with a Summer Dreams pinot noir.  The guys recap an amazing anniversary party they attended, restaurant recommendations in Sausalito and Dave reviews Bad Roman in LA.  #BadRoman #LosAngeles #Sausalito #SanFrancisco #Fresno #KMJ #Pismos #Poggio #Alcatraz #BeverlyHills #TomJones #Wine #CowboyHats #Drones #Wallys #Maestros #Calamari #Par...

How crazy do you have to be to 1. Assume a random person is an ICE Agent, 2. Chase them around town for a half hour! John digs into the wild saga of Maria Pacheco, mayor of Kerman and anti-ICE vigilante! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Democrats' big October Surprise is an allegation that...Lindsay Graham was gay? John digs into his belief that the allegations of paying male escorts are bogus (note that they waited until Graham was dead, when he couldn't sue them for defamation). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Dave dine on a crab-stuffed salmon roulade served with a 2023 Powder House Aubert from the Sonoma coast.  The guys discuss Dave's dinner party at his newly redesigned home, wishing for more California flights out of FAT and the absolute need for crab meat all year. #Sonoma #Wine #OldSparky #Aubert #Costco #Secrets #lasagna #SamsDeli #Pismos #ElbowRoom #Fresno #California #FAT #StoneC...

It's the beginning of a very festive season and you know Joe and Lisa love to cover it all! Let's talk October events, festivals and fairs, haunted houses and haunted zoos, wedding crashing, Trump suing California, 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.or...

The Ninth Circuit struck down an obviously unconstitutional California law trying to restrict federal immigration officers. John explains how Trump's judicial appointments have made things more difficult for California Democrats to pass crazy, unconstitutional legislation. Also, John dives into policy debates surrounding immigration, and Bishop Joseph Brennan's comments on ICE activity in Fresno....

College football (and all of sports) is changing—for the worse. John looks at the purported plan to adopt a 24-team college football playoff. The economics of professional sports leads to more and more games, more and more playoff berths, that dilute the value of any one game. John also discusses sports gambling and the "despair economy" of Gen Z. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Mike and Dave chow down on scallop bucatini served with an unbelievable 2022 Aubert chardonnay.  The guys discuss Mike's birthday bash, Kingsburg's hidden gems and the battle between full service restaurants vs. fast-casual.   #Pismos #Kingsburg #ADA #lawsuits #EDD #TheRipeTomato #Vallis' #scallops #Australia #extortion #BellaBakery #FrogLegs #Oxtails #Aubert #SugarShack #Napa #Wine...

The hits just keep on comin' for Fresno Unified School District. Ex-Bullard High football coach Don Arax gets a key win in his defamation case, and Misty Her faces heat for a severance agreement to her cousin, who managed nursing within the district. Also, John gives more thoughts on the Cornell 7 case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Times are Back! Along with other festivals, a new law about turning 80 and the other conversations that spark, McDonald's under fire, 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...

Mike & Dave dine on Patrale sole served with a smooth 2025 Rococo Chinin Blanc.  The guys get into a passionate discussion about what makes a great clam chowder.  Plus all of the following:  #Pismo #HappyHour #Iran #Recession #Kingsburg #Scomas #SanFrancisco #Calamari #Tentacles #MontereyBay #SardineFactory #Hospitality #Inflation #Beef #PasoRobles #Wine #ElbowRoom  See omn...

Gather 'round, folks: It's time to hear the sordid story of Terance Frazier, the Fresno politics gadfly who's back in the news for all the wrong reasons, after allegedly snooping at the house of his opponent in his race for the SCCCD board of trustees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cornell 7 case raises some big legal questions: what is "consent," what does "due process" look like, and what are our assumptions about sexual ethics? John also talks about a surprising study showing that everyone in America is having less sex...except for religious, married couples!? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks with Chief Deputy District Attorney Kendall Reynolds from the Fresno County District Attorney's Office. Reynolds help spearhead the first successful murder prosecution for a fentanyl dealer in Fresno County history, only the third such prosecution in all of California. John also gives a rundown on the governor's race and the broader 2026 election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Mike & Dave are back dining on some San Francisco treats and sipping on a La Gioiosa Prosecco.  The guys discuss the closure of the Starbucks at Fig Garden Village and the suddenly popular Rumi Coffee & Mediterranean Cafe.  Also: #Chanel #ArmenianFood #TahoeJoes #GreenBeans #ElNino #MotherNature #Nachos #CafeMedi #Hippies #GrandTheftAuto #YosemiteRanch  Shoutout to Synthia!...

Why are liberals so obsessed with solar power, even though the materials needed for electric car batteries and solar panels can't be recycled? Also John answers a tricky question: Can you be  kinda  pregnant? Apparently, liberals think so! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John gives his assessment of the 2026 elections both for California and nationally: it's not looking so hot. John also explains why the SAVE America Act might cost Republicans the Senate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike & Dave dine on dry aged beef meatballs served with a delicious Caldwall Cab Franc.  Mike describes himself as a "greedy little drinker" while Dave advises to "buy the dip" when it comes to wine. #Coombsville #Wine #Cabernet #Napa #RuddWines #CaldwellWines #ElbowRoom #Meatballs #TahoeJoes #BTeam #Chanel #Beef  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.