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Guests - Douglas Quets, Nate Foster Lieutenant Colonel Doug Quets (Retired) never imagined that a routine weekend trip to Rocky Point would cost him his son and thrust his family into the center of America's border security crisis. But eight months after 31-year-old Marine veteran Nicholas Quets was executed by Sinaloa cartel members at a Mexican checkpoint, his father's relentless pursuit of just...

Guests - Tyler Ornstein, Seth Keshel, Dave Smith, Victoria Lem Tyler Ornstein's journey into the coffee business began at age 13 when his father posed a simple question: "What's the second largest commodity item in the world?" After discovering it was coffee (following oil), Tyler found himself at the center of a family health crisis that would eventually revolutionize how coffee affects the human...

Guests – Stephen Mundt, Kristofer Knapp, Betsy Smith Retired Brigadier General Steve Mundt, formerly with Army Aviation and the Pentagon, addressed several pressing military and national security issues facing the United States. The Oro Valley Police Officers Association has successfully secured a new compensation package after months of negotiations that began last November. Betsy Smith, spokespe...

Guests - Rodney Glassman, Nicole Tsai  Rodney Glassman, attorney and Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force JAG Reserve, is running for Arizona Attorney General with a vision that stands in stark contrast to the current administration. Nicole Tsai, a Chinese American who participated in the Tiananmen Square protests as a student and has since become an outspoken critic of the Chinese Communist Party...

Guests - Author Mark Burrell "Rediscovering the American Covenant" Laurie Moore with a recap of Pima BOS Meeting Betsy Smith, Spokesperson with the National Police Association Mark Burrell, author of "Rediscovering the American Covenant" and "The Duty is Ours," has dedicated years to studying how America's founding covenant—the Declaration of Independence—provides a biblical template for governanc...

Guests - Ann Vandersteel, Janet Wittenbraker, Spencer Morrison, Dave Smith Anne Vandersteel, co-founder of American Made Foundation, talks about Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, a law passed in 1996 that was intended to help internet platforms grow by providing immunity for online computer services with respect to third-party content generated by users. Janet Wittenbraker, running fo...

Guests – Lisa Von Geldern, Chuck Johnson, Dennis Kneale, Jeff Dornik I sat down with Lisa Von Geldern to unpack a whirlwind of political activity from the weekend. A key highlight was a recent event attended by Congressman Andy Biggs and a throng of supporters. I welcomed Charles Johnson, a former assistant attorney general, to discuss a significant win in Cochise County. I spoke with Dennis Kneal...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore, Wade Miller A shocking investigation has revealed that a drama teacher at Mesa Community College, Mace Archer, 56, is under formal investigation after female students, some just teenagers, were required to strip naked in front of their entire class during what was described as a "vulnerability exercise." Wade Miller, Senior Advisor at the Center for Renewing Ame...

Guests - Kelly Walker, Lacey Nagao, and Betsy Smith Seak Smith of Mom and Dad Army has joined forces with Kelly Walker, Sam Sorbo, and Alex Newman to form the Parents Demanding Justice Alliance, releasing a formal memo to members of Congress demanding accountability for what they see as government overreach. A Christian group's peaceful demonstration in Seattle recently escalated into violence whe...

Guests – Ava Chen, Rep. Juan Ciscomani, Laurie Moore The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has established a significant foothold in America's educational institutions, with Harvard University serving as a prime example of this infiltration. Congressman Juan Ciscomani joined the program to discuss the recently passed "big beautiful bill" that focuses on extending tax cuts while implementing reasonable...

Guests – Besty Smith, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala Sunday marked the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death in police custody, an event that sparked nationwide riots and fundamentally changed American policing. Understanding what actually happened requires examining the facts beyond the media narrative. Arizona's election system faces significant challenges heading into 2026, with Secretary of S...

Guests – Rachel Walden, Retired General Stephen Mundt Rachel Walden brings a unique perspective to public service, serving simultaneously as an Arizona Corporation Commissioner and a member of the Mesa School Board. Retired General Stephen Mundt provided insight into the Army's aggressive transformation plans, particularly affecting Army Aviation.

Guests - Cheryl Casswell, Shelly Boggs, Kimberly Fletcher, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Cheryl Casswell, mother of triplets and candidate for LD19 State House, embodies the spirit of American patriotism that starts at home. Kimberly Fletcher, president and founder of Moms for America, has spent two decades building a movement that began right after 9/11. Shelly Boggs, Superintendent of Public Ins...

Guests - US Representative Andy Biggs, Ava Chen Congressman Andy Biggs, representing Arizona's fifth district since 2016, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the ongoing reconciliation bill negotiations. Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China joined Winn Tucson to discuss China's growing influence worldwide.

Guests: Paul Steidler, Jan Edwards Paul Steidler, a senior fellow at the Lexington Institute, a public policy think tank based in Arlington, Virginia, offers unique insight into Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. Jan Edwards, founder and president of Paving the Way Foundation, joined from Washington D.C. to discuss the signing of the "Take It Down Act," a landmark bipartisan bill signed into l...

Guests - Risa Ryan, Meg Swain, Betsy Smith Founder and CEO Risa Ryan is addressing a critical workforce gap with her new venture, The Unretire Group. Former FBI Director James Comey stirred controversy with a recent Instagram post showing "86-47" spelled out in seashells. Though the Federal Reserve has not yet lowered interest rates, Meg Swain of Loan Depot reports there's optimism for future decr...

Guests - Rachel Keshel, Rodney Glassman State Representative Rachel Keshel continues to be a staunch voice for conservative values in Arizona's Legislative District 17. Rodney Glassman, candidate for Arizona Attorney General, is clear about his first priority if elected: "On day one as Republican Attorney General, I'm going to withdraw Arizona from all of these politically charged lawsuits that li...

Guests - Yvet Serino, Lisa Von Geldern, Kimberly Fletcher Arizona's seventh congressional district has earned the dubious distinction of having the highest crime rate in the state, creating urgent challenges for residents and law enforcement across six affected counties. For Catholic observers like Lisa Von Geldrin, the new pope brings both hope and concerns. While celebrating the elevation of an...

Guests - Ava Chen, Nate Foster China's landscape of influence is rapidly shifting as two major stories dominate the global stage: the election of America's first Pope and a breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations that could reshape international relations for years to come. Tucson faces its own battle – a devastating surge in crime coupled with a police force at historic lows. The city's det...

Guests - Tom Horne, Betsy Smith Tom Horne, Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction, is implementing a revolutionary approach to education through artificial intelligence. National Police Week brings critical attention to the challenges facing law enforcement and the communities they serve. A recent hatchet attack in Tucson dramatically illustrated both the dangers present in seemingly safe...

Host - Dave Smith, Guest - Steve Christy Dave Smith filled in for Kathleen Winn as host, joined by Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy for an in-depth discussion on local and national political issues.

Guests - Laurie Moore, Kelly Walker, Victoria Lem, Katey McPherson Laurie Moore joined Kathleen Winn to discuss the recent decision by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA to withhold $51 million in funding from Pima County due to concerns about how federal money was spent on migrant services. Kelly Walker joined the program to discuss his ongoing battle after being targeted following his...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Elijah Norton, Kathy Sinnott & Pat Johnston The community turned out in force at the Oro Valley City Council meeting, with standing-room-only attendance and unanimous public support for police officer pay raises. The Arizona Senate voted to reject Governor Katie Hobbs' nomination of Barbara Richardson to lead the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI)....

Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith China Watch Wednesday focused on the film "Conclave" and its eerie timing with the real-world papal selection process following Pope Francis's passing. Dave Smith joined to discuss the previous day's Pima County Board of Supervisors meeting, which he described as "an eternal meeting" dominated by ceremonial proclamations rather than substantive governance.

Guests – Kristofer Knapp, Betsy Smith, Stephen Mundt Detective Kristopher Knapp, President of the Oro Valley Police Officers Association, joined Smith and Winn to discuss ongoing contract negotiations with the town leadership. Retired General Steven Mundt joined the program to discuss recent Department of Defense initiatives, including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegeseth's proposal to cut one-fifth...