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Guests – Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore While Xi Jinping wasn't physically at the negotiating table, his interests and China's influence lurked behind every conversation from August 15th through August 18th when Trump met with European leaders and Zelensky at the White House. Back in Tucson, the Ward 3 city council race demonstrates how election integrity issues affect local governance. Wit...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Christina Bobb, Joel Strabala The conversation around gun control has reached a fever pitch in Tucson, with Attorney General Adelphia Grijalva, representatives from the Gabby Giffords Foundation, and other political figures pushing for increased restrictions on firearms. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association and former police officer, brings d...

Guests – Daniel Butierez, Rick Shafton, Janet Edwards A special election for Congressional District 7 in Southern Arizona is set for September 23rd, just one month away. This race will determine who replaces the seat formerly held by Raul Grijalva. Republican candidate Daniel Butierez joined Kathleen Winn to discuss his campaign and recent debate performance. Political consultant Rick Shafton join...

Guests - Nate Foster, Gen. Stephen Mundt, Jenny Beth Martin, Janet Wittenbraker Nate Foster from the Tucson Police Protection League, shedding light on the escalating problems in Tucson’s transit system and broader public safety concerns. retired General Steve Mundt joins to draw parallels between Tucson’s woes and national issues, then dives into Russia-Ukraine developments and Trump’s leadership...

Guests - State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, Mo Asnani Representative Alexander Kolodin from District 3, currently running for secretary of state, joined Win Tucson to discuss his campaign and concerns about the current administration of election law in Arizona. Mo Asnani, founder and partner of D2 Dispensaries, discusses recent developments in the marijuana industry.

Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) continues to use Chinese citizens as lab rats for medical testing. In their latest move, authorities are mandating blood tests and releasing lab mosquitoes to fight a Chikungunya outbreak that has spread across China, with nearly 1,400 reported cases in the past week. While the CCP claims to have institutions similar to the FDA, these...

Guests - Rachel Keshel, Karrin Taylor Robson, Betsy Smith State Representative Rachel Keshel (LD17) joined Kathleen Winn to discuss her ongoing legislative work and plans for re-election. Arizona gubernatorial candidate Karen Taylor Robson, a Mesa native with over 30 years of private sector experience, joined the program to discuss her campaign priorities and vision for the state's future. Betsy B...

Guests - Kirk Feiler, Cory McGarr, Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Jeff Dornik In a significant development for Legislative District 17, Kirk Feller, the current chair of the Pinal County Republican Party, has announced his candidacy for State Representative. Another guest on the program, Betsy Brantner Smith, emphasized Feller's strong support for law enforcement. In a wide-ranging discussion, Jeff D...

Guests – Stephen Mundt The tragic shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia this week serves as a stark reminder that even our most disciplined institutions aren't immune to the devastating effects of workplace bullying and isolation. All five victims are expected to survive, with three already released from the hospital and one more expected to be discharged this weekend.

Guests - Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Lisa Von Geldern On Wednesday, a shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia left five soldiers wounded. According to information from Army sources, the three male victims have been released from the hospital, while two female victims remain hospitalized. One woman is expected to be released this weekend, while the other sustained more serious injuries and faces a longer...

Guests – Ava Chen, Betsy Smith Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, explores the intricate web of technology warfare that's reshaping the global order. This isn't just about trade disputes—it's about the fundamental question of which system will control the future: authoritarian surveillance capitalism or the free world's approach to innovation. The criminal justice landscape continues to...

Guests - Mark Levin, Yvette Serino, Tony Holland Mark Levin, host of the Mark Levin Show on KVOI from 3 to 6 Live and Fox's "Life, Liberty and Levin," joined Winn Tucson to discuss his ninth book, "On Power." The book explores the concept of power in American politics and society, distinguishing between positive and negative power. Following the interview with Mark Levin, Kathleen Winn shifted foc...

Guests – Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is facing mounting criticism after walking out of a candidate forum hosted by the Yavapai County Farm Bureau. His challenger, Alex Kolodin, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the incident and outline his vision for reforming Arizona's elections. Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, the discussion shift...

Guests – Colonel William Dunn, JL Wittenbraker President Trump and his administration are working to negotiate several international disputes, making it the perfect time to speak with Marine Corps Colonel William "Burner" Dunn, a military attack helicopter pilot and president of Strategic Resilience Group LLC. As Tucson faces a primary election on August 5th, city council candidate Janet "JL" Witt...

Guests – Tom Horne, Scot Mussi, Jeff Davis, Jay Tolkoff State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne joined Winn Tucson to discuss several pressing education issues affecting Arizona schools. As a former colleague of host Kathleen Winn, Horne addressed concerns about federal funding, ESA programs, and the ongoing battle against DEI in Arizona schools. Scott Mussi from the Arizona Free Ente...

Guests – Andy Biggs, Ava Chen Congressman Andy Biggs brings extensive experience to his gubernatorial campaign, having served eight years in the Arizona House and six years in the Senate, including four years as Senate President. During his time in the legislature, Biggs was instrumental in writing the state budget and served as majority leader in the Senate. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Grant Krueger America is facing a disturbing trend: police officers becoming "target practice for the insane and evil," with 50 officers already killed in the line of duty this year. National Police Association spokesperson Betsy Smith revealed these alarming statistics during Tuesday's "Smith and Winn" segment, highlighting that 24 of these deaths were from gu...

Guests - Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala, John Gordon State Representative Alex Kolodin from LD3, who is running for Secretary of State, joined the program to discuss these ongoing election integrity issues. As a committed reformer, Kolodin has been a persistent critic of current Secretary of State Adrian Fontes. Joel Strabala, chairman of LD17, joined to discuss the ballot errors affecting the Tucson...

Guests – Stephen Mundt, Brian Reisinger Yesterday brought sad news as wrestling legend Hulk Hogan passed away from cardiac arrest at age 71. Joining the show today is retired General Steven Mundt to reflect on Hogan's impact. Both Kathleen and Steve witnessed Hogan's powerful speech at the Republican National Convention in July 2024, a moment that showcased his authentic patriotism and love for Am...

Guests - Ava Chen, Jack Dona This week's China Watch segment falls on Thursday instead of its usual Wednesday slot, but the timing couldn't be more fortuitous given recent developments. Alongside co-host Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, we're examining major headlines that validate what we've been reporting for months. Master Sergeant Jack Dona (retired) joined to discuss recent revel...

Guests - Kelly Walker, Britney Higgs The fight for parental rights has found new momentum in Washington D.C., where a coalition of organizations including Moms for America, Moms for Liberty, and newly formed advocacy groups are demanding accountability for COVID-era targeting of parents. The fight for justice extends beyond parental rights to confronting one of humanity's most horrific crimes. Bri...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Matt Neely, Keith Gross The heartbreaking story of Paul Clifford demonstrates a disturbing pattern in Pima County's criminal justice system. The deadly consequences of failed border policies were highlighted by a recent incident in New York City. An off-duty Border Patrol agent was shot in the face while in Manhattan's Fort Washington Park with his date. Arizona Attorney Gene...

Guests - Jason Rockwell, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore, Timothy Keller Jason Rockwell, retired sergeant from the Pima County Sheriff's Department, joined the show to discuss the recent tragedy in Los Angeles where three sheriff's deputies were killed in an explosion. Joel Strabala provided an update on the Congressional District 7 special election. He and other election officials recently participat...

Guests – William Beard, Dave Smith, Scott Walter The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) in Tucson faces a crisis that exemplifies government accountability failure on a massive scale. After nearly 20 years of collecting sales taxes from Pima County residents, the city of Tucson has failed to complete its promised infrastructure projects, leaving taxpayers holding the bag for hundreds of milli...

Guests - Chad Heinrich, Betsy Smith The recently signed "Big Beautiful Bill" represents a landmark victory for small businesses across America. According to Chad Heinrich, NFIB State Director for Arizona, this legislation delivers the most significant win for small businesses since the 2017 tax cuts. Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, highlighted a recent case that has...