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Guests - Stephen Mundt, Jared Knott Stephen Mundt joins to discuss the ongoing Iran conflict. He highlights the effectiveness of U.S. and allied military assets, including Apache helicopters and A-10 Warthogs used for close air support and drone interdiction. Jared Knott, historian and author of Tiny Blunders, Big Disasters, analyzes Cuba's economic meltdown and potential for regime change. "Cuba...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Chris King, Joanie Hammond Kathleen Winn opens with observations on Tucson's rising heat and its potential link to increased local crime. Despite national trends showing murder rates down 44% from the 2021 peak, Pima County experiences persistent violence. Three shootings occurred in three days, involving juveniles in some cases. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the Nat...

Guests - Ava Chen, Robert Contreras, Seth Keshel, Rick Shafton Ava Chen, from the New Federal State of China, joins for China Watch Wednesday, warning that the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing carries hidden dangers. Robert Contreras, candidate for Marana Town Council, has qualified with over 1,000 signatures (984 validated), exceeding the 560 required. Seth Keshel, author of The American War...

Guests – Nils Grevillius, Betsy Smith, Matt Beienburg Nils Grevillius, a Los Angeles-based private detective with experience in the Pacific, Mediterranean, Latin America, and organized crime investigations, analyzes the Nancy Guthrie disappearance. "This case is not a cold case at all. The sheriff's detectives are furiously working on this case according to my sources in Tucson, even as the sherif...

Guests – Daniel Butierez, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala, Doug Everett Daniel Butierez, a local activist and congressional candidate, has filed for a recall petition against Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos. Dave Smith discusses the Nanos recall effort. Joel Strabala, LD17 chairman, updates on the RTA election: "So as of last night, without that 8,000-ish ballots, yes vote was 116,000 and no votes was 8...

Guests – Cheryl Caswell, Joel Strabala, Elijah Norton, Dave Smith Cheryl Caswell, candidate for Legislative District 19, joins to discuss her campaign momentum. She turned in over 1,300 signatures for the ballot, exceeding the required 585, with 1,288 accepted. Joel Strabala, LD 17 Chairman and Election Integrity Commission member, addresses election logistics. With 77,773 ballots left to tabulate...

Guests – Todd Simms, Nathan Gamble, Kenneth Abramowitz Filmmaker Nathan Todd Simms, directed, wrote, and produced the film alongside his wife, daughter, and friend Stuart Bennett. "We went off to make a film that was an independent film that was sort of out of the Hollywood system and we wanted to make something that was going to really resonate with audiences and it sort of just gravitated along...

Guests - Ava Chen, Susan Ellsworth, Dan Sexson Ava Chen, co-host from the New Federal State of China, joins to discuss China's subdued response during the 12-13 day Iran war. Dan Sexton and Susan Ellsworth from the John Birch Society discuss their organization's focus on constitutional adherence. Sexton explains: "We expose the votes of congressmen on constitutional issues as to whether they voted...

Guests - John Gordon, Betsy Smith John Gordon, attorney, legal and political analyst, entrepreneur, and host of the nationally syndicated radio show The Truth with John Gordon, delves into Kristi Noem's brief stint as head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and her recent reassignment. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association and member at large for Pima Cou...

Guests - Bill Sulivan, Joel Strabala Joining the show is retired Navy Captain Bill Sullivan, who brings over 25 years of experience as a surface warfare officer. Having served in the Arabian and Persian Gulf, including combat operations against Iraq and enforcing international sanctions, Sullivan offers expert perspectives on the escalating situation in Iran and the Middle East. Pima County Republ...

Guests - Patricia Pardi, Joel Colley, Tara Oster The integrity of local elections remains a paramount concern for Arizona voters, shifting focus from national rhetoric to concrete local legislative action. Patricia Pardi, a leading advocate for electoral transparency, emphasized that true security is built at the county level through rigorous oversight and adherence to statutory requirements. The...

Guests - Alex Kolodin, Seth Keshel, Laurie Moore, Tom Horne The political landscape in Arizona has shifted decisively, marked by a massive surge in Republican primary turnout and a unified front behind Donald Trump. The expected close contest between Donald Trump and Nikki Haley did not materialize, with Trump securing a commanding 78% of the vote. This overwhelming victory signals a clear directi...

  Guests - Ava Chen, Rick Shafton, Dave Smith Ava Chen, representing the New Federal State of China, assesses that the ongoing kinetic military action in Iran is systematically dismantling the CCP's proxy network. This strategy of targeting junior partners began with the removal of Maduro in Venezuela and will likely extend to Cuba. By severing these proxy relationships, the United States is neutr...

Guests - Steven Mundt, Jeff Dornik Recent military strikes in Iran have sparked intense political debate, specifically regarding the President's legal authority to act without prior congressional approval. Retired Brigadier General Steven Mundt clarifies that the President's only legal obligation is to notify Congress, not to seek its permission for a strike. As technology evolves, the risks to vu...

Guests - John O'Connor, Jay Feely, Jack Dona The normalization of political grift has reached a tipping point, and holding officials accountable must start by examining historical precedent. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and author John O'Connor points to the history of the Clintons as the prime example of profound corruption. The current political landscape demands leaders who prioritize the saf...

Guests - Betsy Smith, Rachel Keshel, Laurie Moore Host Kathleen Winn opened the discussion with Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, reflecting on the ongoing case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance in Tucson. State Representative Rachel Keschel (LD 17) described "hell week" at the legislature: "We submitted a record number of bills—1,136... We're supposed to be sm...

Guests - Andy Biggs, John Winchester, Dave Smith Congressman Andy Biggs, fresh from Washington, described the State of the Union atmosphere as electric. At least 50 Democrats refused to stand for key points, including prioritizing U.S. citizens over illegal aliens. President Trump shook hands with Biggs and likely Congressman Crane upon entering. John Winchester, running for the LD17 House seat in...

Guests - Ava Chen, Laurie Moore Joining Kathleen on Winn Tucson is Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, offering insights into global threats tying back to the speech's themes. Chen connected the Democrats' behavior to predictions made by Miles Guo seven years ago. Guo outlined a CCP strategy called "3F": create weakness, foment chaos, and drive destruction, while using Americans against...

Guests - Mary Ann Mendoza, John Gordon, Stephen Mundt In a poignant discussion, Kathleen Winn speaks with Mary Ann Mendoza, an angel mom from Mesa, Arizona, whose son, Brandon Mendoza, was tragically killed by an illegal immigrant in 2014. Mendoza shares the story of her son, a dedicated Mesa police officer who embodied service and community spirit. Kathleen Winn engages with John Gordon, a legal...

Guests – Randy Sutton Founder of The Wounded Blue, Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith In a candid discussion, Kathleen Winn delves into the ongoing Nancy Guthrie disappearance case, now approaching a month without resolution. The case, marked by tragedy and investigative missteps, has drawn national attention and calls for federal intervention. Randy Sutton, a retired Las Vegas police lieutenant with 34 ye...

Guests - Jay Tolkoff, Joseph Chaplik, Tara Oster

Guests - Neil Cornett, Dave Smith On today’s edition of Winn Tucson, host Kathleen Winn welcomed Neal Cornett, Director of State Litigation for the Oversight Project, to discuss pressing issues surrounding Arizona's newly adopted 2025 Elections Procedures Manual (EPM). The conversation centered on a letter sent by the Oversight Project and the Pima County Republican Party to Arizona Secretary of S...

Guests - Dave Smith, Juan Ciscomani, Ava Chen Host Kathleen Winn opened the broadcast by shifting the usual China Watch Wednesday schedule to accommodate guests and pressing local issues dominating Pima County. Dave Smith joined Winn to recap two dramatic public meetings held the previous day: one at the Pima County Board of Supervisors and another at the Marana Town Council. Congressman Juan Cisc...

Guests – Ted Maxwell, Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith On a rainy Tuesday in mid-February 2026, Winn Tucson dove deep into the hot-button issues shaping southern Arizona: the future of regional transportation funding, ongoing battles over election observation and security, and the frustrations many residents feel toward local governance. Host Kathleen Winn led spirited, no-holds-barred conversations with...

Guests – Betsy Smith, Dr. Gilda Carle, Dave Smith, Laurie Moore Two weeks into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie from her Catalina Foothills home, frustration is mounting—not just over the lack of progress, but over an apparent breakdown in coordination between the Pima County Sheriff's Office and the FBI. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association and a re...