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Wake Up Memphis Podcast

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Start your mornings with The Mighty 990 KWAM's live &  local talk radio show! “Wake Up Memphis” is three hours of entertaining talk, great local and national guests and lots of laughter. Plus, local news, live traffic and weather reports.  It’s the next best thing to a Krispy Kreme!

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Latest episode

Jun 27, 2025

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Episodes

Steve Gill Interview 12.02.2024

Political Contributor and Radio Talk Show Host, Steve Gill, joins the show to talk "winners and losers" from the Super Bowl, as well as questions surrounding Biden's mental competence and Special Counsel Hur's decision not to prosecute the President.

'WHAT THE HELL:' Memphians React to Crime Spree Shooter Who Was Out On Bond 12.02.2024

The man charged with today's deadly crime spree that left one man dead, a child injured and two women shot was OUT ON BOND FOR FIRST DEGREE ATTEMPTED MURDER. The judge, who granted bond, should face charges as well.

Amy Speropoulos and Traynor Jennings Interview 09.02.2024

TV Host and Development and Communications Manager for Salvation Army Amy Speropoulos and founder of "Believe in Your Spouse" Traynor Jennings join Wake Up Memphis to discuss crime in Memphis, Taylor Swift, dating and the mission of "Believe in Your Spouse." 

Representative Mark White Interview 09.02.2024

Tennessee State Representative Mark White, who chairs the Education Administration Committee, joins Wake Up Memphis to discuss his recent legislation to allow the Governor to appoint members to the Memphis-Shelby County School Board.

Amie Beth Shaver Interview 09.02.2024

Radio Talk Show Host with "Alabama Unfiltered," Amie Beth Shaver, called into the show for an interview in which she discussed her Show, Special Counsel Robert Hur's decision on President Biden, the subsequent press conference from the President, and recent general election polling showing former President Trump gaining steam.

'CLOSED:' Two more Memphis businesses --- The Whimsy Cookie Company & Chef Tam’s Underground Cafe - shutter their doors due to out-of-control-crime 09.02.2024

Well, Mayor Young? Do these businesses soul and swagger matter to you?

Lydia Fisher Interview 08.02.2024

Miss Tri-Star Volunteer and KWAM employee, Lydia Fisher, joins the show to talk about her fundraising work with the Shelby County Veterans Court Foundation and competing in Miss Tennessee Volunteer on July 24-27 at the Karl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson, Tennessee.

Arbo's Cheese Dip Founder Andrew Arbogast Interview 08.02.2024

Arbo's Cheese Dip founder Andrew Arbogast interviews with Wake Up Memphis to talk about his famous cheese dip, Arbo's Cheese Dip. It's the secret sauce that brings people together and it's great for watching football and having a great time!

Steve Gill Interview 08.02.2024

Nashville political contributor Steve Gill joins the show to discuss the campaign contributions that Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy received from billionaire George Soros, as well as Tucker Carlson's upcoming interview with Vladimir Putin.

DA Mulroy Caught in George Soros' Pocket 08.02.2024

The Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund followed the money trail between George Soros and rogue prosecutors across the country. Here’s what they found.

Your Money Matters with FCG: Relationships in Personal Finance 07.02.2024

Bill Gurner, Joey Sulipeck, and one of their great clients Dr. Terinell Beaver join the show to discuss the importance of having a healthy relationship with your financial planners - and you might even pick up some family vacation planning tips!

Congressman Andy Ogles Interview 07.02.2024

Congressman Andy Ogles, who represents Tennessee's 5th Congressional District, joins the show to talk about the impeachment vote of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. The Congressman believes there will be a second vote on impeachment, and this time it will be successful. 

Senator Marsha Blackburn Interview 07.02.2024

Senator Marsha Blackburn joins the show to talk about her legislation that would make it illegal to block roads like the Hernando Desoto Bridge, and she also examines the Biden administration's actions that have weakened our immigration system and border security. Moreover, you get to hear the Senator discuss her grilling of Facebook Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg in the Senate.

Mom of Mass Shooter Faces 60 Years Behind Bars 07.02.2024

Should parents be held responsible for their children's crimes as Jennifer Crumbley is for hers.

Senator Brent Taylor Interview 06.02.2024

State Senator Brent Taylor joined the show to talk about his legislation to combat traffic stops from protestors, and he also responds to the touching moment from Governor Bill Lee in his State of the State address in which he discusses his wife. Some have called the Senator a "hardliner," and he says he would rather be the "hardliner" so we don't have people that "flatline."

Bob Hendry Discusses Spa Collierville 06.02.2024

Owner of Spa Collierville, political commentator, and former congressional candidate Bob Hendry joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about his booming business, Spa Collierville.

Mary Walter Interview 06.02.2024

Talk Radio Show Host, Podcaster, and political commentator Mary Walter came on the show to talk about the death of Toby Keith, the media response, and the blockage from Pro-Palestinian protestors at the I-40 Bridge in Memphis.

'He Was a Patriot. There are No Questions.' says Congressman Tim Burchett about Toby Keith 06.02.2024

Congressman Tim Burchett, who represents the 2nd Congressional District of Tennessee, joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about the lamestream media and their attacks on Toby Keith. Additionally, he discussed the border bill that has been proposed in the Senate.

Media Accuses Toby Keith of ‘Overt Patriotism’ 06.02.2024

The media described Keith as “polarizing” and the Associated Press accused him of “overt patriotism.” As if that were a bad thing?

Tennessee Republican Party Chairman Scott Golden Interview 05.02.2024

Tennessee Republican Party Chairman Scott Golden joined Wake Up Memphis to discuss the 2024 election.

Carrie Schween Joins the Show 05.02.2024

Shelby County Republican Women's Club Spokesperson, Carrie Schween, Joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about her experience with Penzeys Spices pro-transgender advertising.

Luke Cymbal Interview 05.02.2024

Political strategist Luke Cymbal joined Wake Up Memphis to expound on Senator London Lamar's response to Governor Bill Lee's State of the State address, Senator Brent Taylor's Bill regarding the I-40 Bridge Blocking, and the southern border crisis. Additionally, we were joined by KWAM Owner and nationally syndicated radio host, Todd Starnes.

Steve Gill Interview 05.02.2024

Political Contributor Steve Gill joined Wake Up Memphis to discuss the I-40 bridge Blocking in Memphis and the southern border crisis. He also talked about potential Trump Vice Presidential Nominee and Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders' response to the Biden Administrations' mishaps at the southern border.

Memphians Furious Over Mayor City's Response to I-40 Bridge Shutdown 05.02.2024

At least one woman had to be air-lifted to a hospital from the Arkansas side of the river because first responders were stuck in traffic.

Frank Gattuso and Tony Barraso Talk about Italian Winterfest 02.02.2024

Frank Gattuso and Tony Barraso discussed the upcoming Italian Winterfest, and you get to enjoy accordian playing from Tony on Wakeup Memphis.

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