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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...

Guests - Ava Chen, Daniel Butierez, Rick Shaftan Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China highlighted several critical developments that demand America's attention. "In the past two months, America has not paid enough attention to what's happening in that part of the world," Chen warned, referring to what she called the "axis of nations" – primarily China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran, with e...

Guests - Stephen Mundt, Laurie Moore, Greg Wrightstone Border security remains a dominant issue in the CD7 race, with the district containing all three of Arizona's ports of entry. The conversation with Steve Mundt, a retired Army general from Virginia, highlighted how the district's border challenges impact economic opportunity and community safety. Florida Republican Representative Maria Alvera...

Guests - Joel Strabala, Rachel Keshel, Rodney Glassman Election Specialist Joel Strabala, chairman of LD 17, provides the stark reality: Out of 266,000 registered voters in Pima County, 132,000 early ballots were distributed. As of Friday's close of business, only 45,000 early ballots had been returned - approximately 34% of those sent out, representing just 17% of total registered voters. Represe...

Guest Host - Dave Smith Defining what is a Communist? A Fascist? A Nazi!?

Host - Dave and Betsy Smith. Guests - Beatrice Cory Stephens Arizona Attorney General Chris Mayes attacking ICE agents for wearing masks during operations. As former specialized officers in narcotics and SWAT, we know masks were standard operational equipment depending on the situation. When conducting search warrants, officers do everything possible to hide their identities for protection. We've...

Host - Dave and Betsy Smith Guests - Remy "The Super Dog" Smith, Bill Buckmaster The media's ability to control narratives rather than report actual events has become increasingly problematic, especially in Southern Arizona. Instead of providing balanced coverage, many outlets deliberately slant stories to fit predetermined narratives. This was evident in the recent politicization of weather trage...

Guests - AJ Rice, Tom Horne, Mike McNamara The Democratic Party finds itself wandering in the wilderness after 2024, showing little sign they've learned their lesson from electoral defeat. As author and columnist AJ Rice puts it, "In the Valley of the Blind, the one-eyed man is king" - and the Democrats are revealing exactly who they are through their actions. Beyond national politics, the battle...

Guests - Mary Ann Mendoza, Betsy Smith, Leslie Corbly, Joel Strabala The safety of Mesa, Arizona residents is at risk as local Democrats push to dismantle a crucial program that allows police to coordinate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Mary Ann Mendoza, an advocate and angel mom who lost her son to an illegal immigrant, is speaking out about efforts to end Mesa's 287G program. Th...

Guests - Gary Olson, Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt As we approach Independence Day, Gary Olson, the LD18 chair, joins us to discuss the festivities planned for tomorrow at Udall Park. A recent crime in Tucson has highlighted ongoing concerns about border security and immigration policy. A homicide investigation in the 2100 block of South Winsall Avenue revealed that the suspect, Julio Aguirre, was a d...