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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...

Guests - Scot Mussi, J.C. Sheppard, Alex Kolodin The Arizona legislature continues to wrestle with budget negotiations as the state approaches the fiscal year deadline. Scott Mussi, President of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, describes the current session as "year three of the Katie Hobbs experience," characterizing her governorship as "bumbling" through many respects. JC Sheppard, founder of F...

Guests - Fmr. Deputy Chief Robert Tanenbaum, Dave Smith Robert K. Tanenbaum, the deputy chief counsel for the congressional committee investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., brings forward evidence that Lee Harvey Oswald did not kill JFK. Dave Smith discusses the recent announcement that Pima County property owners may face higher...

Guests - Murray Sabrin, Janet Wittenbraker Dr. Murray Sabrin, Mises Institute Associated Scholar and Emeritus Professor of Finance at Ramapo College of New Jersey, offered a sobering assessment of America's fiscal situation during the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency. Rather than celebrating the administration's early actions, Sabrin called for a fundamental reorientation of federal spe...

Guests - Ava Chen, Elijah Norton, Betsy Smith Apple is actively working to move the majority of its iPhone manufacturing operations from China to India, according to Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China. President Trump recently signed an executive order titled "Strengthening and Unleashing America's Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens," which has been strongl...

Guests - Dr. Stanley Ridgley, Bruce de Torres Dr. Stanley K. Ridgely, a clinical professor of strategic management at Drexel University and author of "DEI Exposed: How the Biggest Con of the Century Almost Toppled Higher Education," joined the program to discuss the reality behind diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in higher education. Bruce de Torres, Director of Communications for the...

Guests - Richard Mack, Betsy Smith, Josh Jacobs Richard Mack, founder of the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association (CSPOA) and former Sheriff of Graham County from 1988 to 1996, expressed concerns about the Real ID Act. Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, reported on a significant raid in Colorado Springs over the weekend that resulted in more than 100 a...

Guests - Rep. Joseph Chaplik, Betsy Smith, Kelly Walker Arizona State Representative Joseph Chaplik joined the program to discuss the controversial Senate Bill 1543, which was recently signed into law by Governor Katie Hobbs. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, joined the program to discuss recent cases of judges and prosecutors facing legal troubles for their a...

Guests - Charles Foley, Sheron Jones, Col. Tom Rempfer, Cpt. Bill Sullivan Charles Foley, founder of Flags for the Flagless, joined the Winn Tucson program to discuss the importance of displaying the American flag, particularly with Flag Day approaching in June. Sheron Jones, president of the Southern Arizona Gold Star Mothers Incorporated, joined the program to share her experience as a Gold Star...

Guests - Ava Chen, Yvette Serino, Lori Moore Welcome to China Watch Wednesday. It is one of my favorite programs to do each week and we are joined by Ava Chen from the new federal state of China. In Arizona’s Congressional District 7 (CD7), a special election is underway following the passing of Congressman Raul Grijalva on March 13, 2025. Daniel Butierez, a Republican candidate, is positioning hi...