KMJ Saturdays

JG looks at the latest round of AI panic, what's actually behind it, and why Gavin Newsom is trying to get into the discussion (to help him run for president, of course). Also, why is a washed-up white rapper getting the country agitated over Israel and Palestine?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fall is in the air... almost. As September ends, new changes are happening and on the horizon. This week we learned of a local theater's sudden closure, Skynet may be real and the tech giants are warning us, 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 m...

John discusses the explosion of illegal Chinese marijuana farms in California. Legalization did not, as predicted, eliminate the black market for weed—shockingly, potheads still like to buy marijuana on the cheap from untaxed sources. Now, those sources are linked to the Chinese Communist Party! Also, Greta Gerwig is making a movie with Jesus as a girl (basically). See omnystudio.com/listene...

Mike & Dave dine on crisp fish & chips served with a Patricia Green Sauv Blanc.  Dave has just returned from a big family outing in Portland, Oregon.  Escargot from Hanford?? #Portland #Portlandia #Oregon #KMJ #Pismos #Fish&Chips #ElbowRoom #AlaskaAirlines #Tattoos #Moosewood #CottageCheese #Fritatta #TotalWine https://www.fresnosmissingconnection.com/ See omnystudio.com/list...

John talks about several disastrous stories of Medi-Cal fraud, and explains the systemic problems with the program. John is then joined by Bryan Tellalian, a Political Science instructor at Reedley College and the chair of Reedley College's Constitution Week! They preview the Constitution Week festivities and upcoming talks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to learn more about the 14(!) different statewide ballot initiatives on the ballot this November? John goes through every one, giving his thoughts and recommendations. In short: California needs less spending, not more taxes; bond measures are loans to the state that we have to pay back with interest, and are clunky, inefficient ways to fund government programs; and we can only make housing m...

This week Joe and Lisa celebrate a birthday, a book signing, football, the recovery summit, new TSA rules, Weird AL, Disneyland, 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...

Mike Shirinian is joined by Armen Khachaturian from the famed Peter Michael Winery.  The guys dine on Petrale sole served with a smooth 2023 Peter Michael 'Ma Belle-Fille' Chardonnay while discussing California's wine industry.   #Napa #Wine #California #KMJ #ElbowRoom #PeterMichael #RockHammer #Shawshank #Oakville #Cabernet #SonomaState #Paris #TableGrapes  See omnystudio.com/...

John got a hybrid car, and he noticed something: liberals don't care about hybrids anymore! John discusses the insanity of the modern environmentalist push for all-electric vehicles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John gives the full breakdown of the Lindsay Clancy hung jury—what it means, where we go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Labor Day Weekend! Let's celebrate all the hard work Americans do and talk about fun, food, and activities. Also in the news - a conviction in the murder of Caleb Quick, a storm approaching California, no data centers for Fresno, 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 &nbs...

The population of the United States is declining, and it's having bigtime knock-off effects on American K-12 education, college education, and more. The growth of AI is eating up entry-level jobs. John discusses how these changes should change our ways of thinking about education in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Goodbye Dolly. This week we lost a few icons and Joe and Lisa discuss memorable moments for Dolly Parton and Tim Curry. Also, in a landmark case against Meta, the social media giant must make restitution and add new protections for youth. They also discuss college football, Joe's new book series launching, and of course, Odd News! Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcas...

Mike & Dave are back with a fresh episode #502.  The guys dine on lobster pasta, served with Rivers Marie chardonnay.  They discuss the failures of Napa County wines and the So-Cal food show. #BottleShock #Lobster #ElbowRoom #Fresno #Bars #Booze #CaliforniaWine #Napa #SamsDeli #Pinot #Merlot #SealTeamShirinian #Beef #HometownBuffet #SixPack #BankRobbery  See omnystudio.com/liste...

Fresno Unified can't afford to pay for field trips? The FTA is blasting the district for cutting field trips, but they need to look in the mirror: Fresno Unified faces a fiscal cliff driven by lower enrollment and more teachers than the district had 20 years ago. Maybe, a union that seeks ever-increasing positions and pay bears some responsibility for that problem! See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Lindsay Clancy faces three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her children, Cora, Dawson and Callan. She does not dispute killing them but says she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Joe and Lisa talk Monster Trucks, a local Murder Verdict, Bans on Meta, 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...

How will SEDA impact Fresno's growth?  Fresno Unified complains about the plan.  Xavier Becerra is surly, not bright and bad at interviews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xavier Becerra continues to try to subsidize demand instead of increasing supply to reduce costs: this time, by trying to offer people “free” electricity. John also digs into a disturbing story about how sports gambling has surpassed all American spending on movies, music, and books combined. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Special Announcement, Back to School, The BIG One, El Nino, and of course, Odd News! There is a lot happening in the world - we're just covering what we want and inviting you to join!  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...

5-HUNDY BABY!  Mike & Dave just realized they've hosted 500 episodes of The Restaurateurs on KMJ.  The guys dine on Petrale Sole served with a crisp Margerum M5 White from the Elbow Room.  Dave reviews the PM Lounge. #TheOddCouple #WalterMatthau #ParagonMarble #ElbowRoom #Fresno #KMJ #Pismos #PMLounge #CrackedPepper #MargerumWine #ShortRibs       See omnystud...

John goes through Fresno County report on the Better Roads Safe Streets initiative, and the environmentalist wacko mindset that underlies it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John lays out the arguments for and against Dr. Fauci getting prosecuted for contempt of Congress, and what's ultimately gonna (not) happen to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John argues that the voters should NOT decide what happens with Better Roads Safe Streets. Direct democracy for complex questions (like 30 year road taxes) is a bad idea.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's August and that means back to school and NFL! Also, in the news, a new survey shows Americans' concerns with AI, an AI law goes into effect, 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...