KMJ Saturdays

John digs into Anthony Fauci's testimony before Congress—does he actually have the right to invoke the Fifth Amendment even though Joe Biden pardoned him? We also take a close look at Nelson Esparza's proposal to limit funding for the South East Development Area of Fresno, and Jerry Dyer's legacy as mayor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks about CA Attorney General Rob Bonta's tinkering with the title and description of Proposition 39, the initiative requiring stronger citizenship verification for voting. It isn't just sneaky politics: it undercuts the whole structure of California's ballot initiative system. He digs into the history of the ballot initiative system, which was designed to help the people bypass entrenched...

Dave Fansler is joined by Nick Marziliano of the famed Sam's Italian Deli.  The guys dine on stuffed chicken served with a couple of knock-out pino noirs from Sonoma County.  Dave regales the audience with tales from his family vacation in Montecito. Plus, Shaver Lake needs a Mexican restaurant! #ShaverLake #BassLake #Fresno #YosemiteRanch #SamsDeli #KMJ #RickCaruso #TyWarren #BeanieBabi...

Did you know that the largest school district in the state, which "educates" almost 9% of all public school kids in California, is about to go out of business? John tackles the demise of Los Angeles Unified School District, and also asks questions about the City of Fresno's Measure C replacement: Will the money be used for roads? Will it use the Better Roads Safe Streets methodology of expanding b...

This week Joe and Lisa talk the house voting on stock trading, state fairs, back to school for some Fresno County families, Skynet news, 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...

Brandon Gill from Texas thrashed the Smithsonian Director in Congressional hearings this week, and John wonders whether it's even possible to have politically neutral civic institutions any more. Also, is Laura Loomer magically not crazy anymore (JG doubts it). Check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave's not here, man.  So... Mike welcomes recently elected Fresno Superior Court Judge Marc Kapetan to the show.  The guys dine on halibut served withe a fabulous 2023 Double Diamond sauv blanc while discussing proper Greek cuisine. #Greek #Mediterannian #ElbowRoom #Fresno #LyleAlzado #TonysTaverna #LosGatos #DioDeka #Mousskata #Julias #ThreeRivers #wine #California #KMJ #podcast #MikeS...

The boys dine on Moroccan salmon served with a crisp 2024 Matanzas chenin blanc.  Mike had some great Greek cuisine in Los Gatos recently and Dave is excited about his upcoming trip to Montecito.  Hot air ballooning in the Alps with good friends.  Fisherman's Warf in San Francisco needs some serious help. #SanFrancisco #FishermansWarf #AllenBrothersBeef #LosGatos #Fresno #FIFA #Worl...

Joe and Lisa are back with talk of summer fun, 100th birthdays, World Cup final, the potential end of time change, 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 missionari...

Why are conservatives so upset with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett? John puts his lawyer hat on and says she's not as bad as you may think.  Fresno Unified is under the microscope after two students die on campus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John discusses President Trump's speech on Chinese interference in the 2020 election, and the problems with intelligence officials keeping information from the leader of the free world.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's John Gerardi Show, John discusses the concept of "believe all women" by comparing the allegations against Graham Platner to those against Donald Trump and Brett Kavanaugh. The creepy way that the media coordinated the exits of both Platner and Eric Swallwell (as soon as they became a political liability) make John worry about their ongoing power to manipulate politics as Democrat partis...

Mike & Dave are back with a deep dive into California wines (Napa vs. Paso). The guys dine on monster jumbo stuffed prawns, served with a chilled '22 Accendo Sauv. Blanc.  Mike is headed to Paso Robles for R&D while Dave has a long list of restaurants to hit when he visits Santa Barbara.  Plus the guys harken back to the days of yore, before there was an invention called Ranch Dr...

On today’s show, John celebrates America’s 250th birthday and talks about Gavin Newsom flip-flopping yet again on transgender issues.  Plus, a democratic insider cooperates with the feds and wears a wire to take down Gov. Newsom's former Chief of Staff.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Independence Day - America's 250th anniversary! This week, Joe and Lisa discuss celebrations, special events, the Most American things, 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 hel...

Happy post-Father's Day and pre-Independence Day! This week, Joe and Lisa discuss World Cup fandom, tourism boom and love in the USA, Joe rates an AI Father's Day gift list, 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 th...

Mike and Dave take a trip down memory lane while dining on Salisbury Steak and sipping on a '22 Chappellet Signature from Pritchard Hill.    The guys discuss eating TV dinners as kids and the secrets to hiring good servers. TVdinners #SalisburySteak #BettyCrocker #HungryMan #BBQ #FathersDay #Hiring #Training #FamilyTree #July4 #America250 #Fresno #KMJ #ElbowRoom #Westwoods #YosemiteRanch...

John takes a deep dive into the competing billionaire tax proposals.  The union-backed California proposal will be on the November ballot, which Newsom opposes. So, as a counter-measure Newsom decided to take his billionaire tax plan to the nation.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John breaks down the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran: It makes the best of a bad situation where America has lost most of its leverage. He also discusses how LGBT advocates do not really care for “inclusion” as as much as as they claim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Shirinian is joined by good pals Pat LoRocca and Nick Mariziliano.  The guys dine on Italian fritatta and sip on some bubbles.  They just returned from an awesome trip to Napa for the Taste of Oakville - plus it's Father's Day weekend. #Napa #Fresno #Syrah #Sangiovese #Mondavi #ScreamingEagle #Yountville #PeterMichael #Wine #California #UnderTheTable #Enology   See omnystu...

John discusses the impending death of college athletics through gambling, the Brendan Sorsby Texas Tech scandal, and NIL; and how liberals have bumped up against the limits of their "me too" beliefs with Graham Platner's campaign for the US Senate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby it's hot outside and Joe and Lisa are feeling squirrely. This week they cover Flag Day, Fresno's summer curfew, what it's like to live in the world's most peaceful countries, 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 findin...

Mike and Dave feast on prosciutto-wrapped swordfish served with a Caldwell chardonnay.  The guys preview the Taste of Oakville, Pizza Hut's retro move, the NBA Finals, SpaceX's IPO, and Lido in Pismo Beach. #Father'sDay #SpaceX #ElonMusk #Napa #NBAFinals #PizzaHut #Ovidios #Lido #Pismo #CopperSalmon #FarmerandtheBootlegger #GarbanzoBeans  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Dave & Mike dine on fresh Columbia River salmon with Fresno State corn and wash it down with a Stargazing 2022 pino noir.  Dave recaps his trip to Newport Beach and has some restaurant recommendations.  Mike previews "Glass Class" at the Elbow Room.  Cheers! #TrulyPizza #Napa #LagunaBeach #EarthCafe #LaLaLand #ElbowRoom #Fresno #Pismos #KMJ #shits&giggles #HamAndButterSandwi...

This week Joe and Lisa celebrate the warm weather by talking about all things outdoors including BBQ and the best tri-tip in town, Google's plan to release millions of mosquitoes, legislature to bring the grizzly bear back to California and to protect residents and livestock from mountain lions, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Po...