Explore every episode of the podcast Philip Teresi
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| Drivers Doing The Most For Cars With The Least Tech | 01 Aug 2026 | 00:19:08 | |
Philip checks out this Wall Street Journal article that explores a growing group of car buyers who are becoming frustrated with modern vehicle technology and are actively trying to avoid it. Rather than embracing advanced driver-assistance systems and highly digital dashboards, some drivers are seeking simpler, more traditional vehicles. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Lease Your Next iPhone & Ozempic Temples | 01 Aug 2026 | 00:13:45 | |
Apple's new Apple Upgrade leasing program offers lower monthly payments and easier upgrades for customers who frequently replace their devices. USA Today reports that doctors are increasingly seeing “temporal hollowing,” or sunken temples, among patients who have experienced rapid weight loss while using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The OnlyFans Economy & NY School AI Robot Teacher | 01 Aug 2026 | 00:19:45 | |
A Los Angeles-based model and social media influencer known as Adva Lavie, who also goes by Mia Ventura, has been arrested again while awaiting trial on separate theft and burglary charges. Authorities allege she targeted wealthy victims through dating apps and then stole valuables from them. Veteran actress Donna Mills, best known for playing Abby Cunningham on the hit 1980s soap opera Knots Landing, has announced that she is joining OnlyFans at age 85. The move is not intended for adult content, but rather as a new way to connect directly with her longtime fans. A team of wildlife researchers studying yellow-bellied marmots in Colorado has turned to an unconventional fundraising tool: an OnlyFans account called “OnlyMarms.” The move came after years of federal research funding dried up, threatening one of the world's longest-running mammal studies. A school district in Salamanca, New York, has temporarily halted plans to introduce a $60,000 AI-powered humanoid robot named "Sally" into a high school classroom after concerns emerged about student privacy and the robot manufacturer's connections to a company that makes sex dolls. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tony Romo Put on Leave Following Arrest | 01 Aug 2026 | 00:18:30 | |
CBS Sports has placed former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and lead NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his recent arrest in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI). The network announced Friday that Romo will be off the air “until further notice.” Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tuesdays with Terry: New Normal in Hormuz, Women Now Outnumber Men at Work, Stay-At-Home Boyfriends & Ozempic Divorces | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:35:55 | |
The Wall Street Journal reports that major Gulf energy exporters, including countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are increasingly concluding that Iran may retain effective control over the Strait of Hormuz for the foreseeable future. While they dislike this outcome, many see it as preferable to a return to full-scale war. Axios reports that, for only the third time in U.S. history, women now hold more jobs than men in the American workforce. As of February 2026, there were about 200,000 more women employed than men, according to federal labor data highlighted by Indeed's Hiring Lab. Fortune reports that women now hold more jobs than men in the U.S. workforce for only the third time in history, but argues that the bigger story is not women entering the workforce. Instead, it's that men are increasingly leaving or not entering the labor force. Psychology Today explores a growing phenomenon sometimes called“Ozempic divorce”: reports that some marriages and long-term relationships experience strain or even break down after one partner achieves significant weight loss using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic or Zepbound. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tuesdays with Terry: Iran’s Mysterious Ruler, Trump In Catering Container & Francesca Hong | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:38:46 | |
The Wall Street Journal reports that Mojtaba Khamenei, who succeeded his father Ali Khamenei as Iran’s supreme leader after the U.S.-Israeli air campaign earlier this year, is consolidating power and signaling a tougher stance toward the Trump administration through a major overhaul of Iran’s security leadership. The Guardian reports that President Donald Trump secretly traveled on a different military aircraft after a NATO summit in Turkey in July 2026, while the public, reporters, and some White House staff were led to believe he was aboard Air Force One. The operation was reportedly prompted by a credible Iranian assassination threat. Wisconsin State Rep. Francesca Hong, a Democratic Socialist of America (DSA) member and candidate for the Democratic nomination for governor, is facing renewed scrutiny over past social media posts that critics argue were sharply critical of the United States and traditional American institutions. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Trump Signs Order on Childhood Vaccines & Fresno Supervisors Potential New Media Rules | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:16:24 | |
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Aug. 10, 2026, directing federal health agencies to revise aspects of childhood vaccine policy and expand vaccine research. The move aligns with views long promoted by Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite longstanding scientific consensus that vaccines do not cause autism. The Fresno County Board of Supervisors is considering new rules that would regulate how media organizations cover board meetings, citing increased attendance and larger crowds at recent high-profile public meetings. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Flock Cameras: Police Love Them, Citizens Don’t | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:21:19 | |
This AFP report looks at the growing backlash against Flock Safety's nationwide license plate reader network, arguing that opposition has evolved from online complaints into an organized movement of activists, local groups, and even vigilantes targeting the cameras themselves. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Jalapeños, King Charles & Better Roads, Safe Streets Tax | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:15:54 | |
Taylor Farms is recalling more than a dozen products containing jalapeños as part of an expanding salmonella outbreak that has sickened 345 people across 27 states. The recall affects products sold at major retailers including Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Kroger. A UK radio station, Radio Caroline, was found to have violated broadcasting rules after it accidentally aired announcements claiming that King Charles III had died, followed by the British national anthem and approximately 16 minutes of silence. The incident prompted an investigation by media regulator Ofcom. In a dramatic last-minute reversal, Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer signed a city-only half-cent sales tax measure, ensuring it will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot, despite previously saying he would not move forward if the countywide Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation tax qualified for the ballot. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Netanyahu Rejects Peace Plan & Opening the Strait of Hormuz | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:20:02 | |
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people, damaging hundreds of buildings and leaving many trapped under debris while their loved ones and rescue workers searched through rubble. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly rejected a 15-point Gaza peace proposal developed by President Trump's Board of Peace, creating a significant disagreement between the Israeli government and a U.S.-backed effort to end the Gaza conflict. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| How Burritos Are Tearing Apart the Republican Party | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:21:05 | |
Self-proclaimed burrito connoisseurs Philip Teresi and Producer Gabe Navarro react to an article that argues a debate over the price of a burrito became a proxy fight over a much larger issue: whether Republicans are taking voters' concerns about affordability seriously enough ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. We get some local mentions alongside some of the national ranking taquerias in SF, LA and SD. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Phone Addiction & Texas Senate Race | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:09:38 | |
This Wall Street Journal essay is written by P.G. Sittenfeld, a former Cincinnati city councilman who served several months in federal prison. The piece reflects on an unexpected consequence of incarceration: being forced to live without a smartphone for the first time in roughly 15 years. A fourth poll in the past two weeks once more shows that Democratic candidate James Talarico is leading Republican candidate Ken Paxton within the margin of error in the Texas Senate race. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Amanda Knox’s New Standup & Dodge Savings Vastly Inflated | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:20:29 | |
Philip dives into the controversy surrounding Amanda Knox's new one-woman comedy show, "Cartwheel," which debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland and has sparked a debate over free speech, artistic expression, and the lingering impact of one of the most famous criminal cases of the 21st century. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) concludes that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the cost-cutting initiative formerly led by Elon Musk, significantly overstated the amount of money it claimed to save taxpayers. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Flock Cameras: Gold, Weed & Tracking Ex’s | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:19:50 | |
The article examines how Wisconsin law enforcement used Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras to track a driver's movements between Wisconsin and Michigan, then used that travel history as part of the justification for a traffic stop and marijuana search. A North Carolina police officer was arrested after allegedly using the department's Flock license plate reader system to track her boyfriend's ex-wife, adding to growing concerns about misuse of automated surveillance technology by law enforcement. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Hawaii Living L.A. Homeless Provider & Fresno Is the Capital of Poets | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:16:06 | |
The Los Angeles Times examined the compensation of Carol Adelkoff, CEO of the 1736 Family Crisis Center, a Southern California nonprofit that operates domestic violence shelters, crisis hotlines, and homelessness programs. Joseph Rios makes the case that Fresno is one of America's great poetry cities, even if much of the country doesn't realize it. He argues that the city's history, contradictions, and overlooked status have produced generations of influential writers and poets, making Fresno not just a place people drive past, but a place with a rich literary identity worth celebrating. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| White House Ballroom Construction & Teamsters Suing California | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:15:43 | |
A federal appeals court ruled that President Donald Trump cannot continue construction of the proposed White House ballroom without congressional approval, ordering a halt to the project and setting up a likely Supreme Court battle. The California Teamsters union has filed a lawsuit against several state agencies, including the California DMV, seeking to block new regulations that allow the testing and future deployment of autonomous heavy-duty trucks on California roads. The union argues the rules were improperly adopted and could threaten hundreds of thousands of trucking jobs. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Fight Over Measure C Renewal | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:20:38 | |
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 on August 11 to file a lawsuit challenging AB 1923, a new California law that requires Fresno County to place a Measure C replacement transportation tax initiative on the November 2026 ballot. The supervisors supporting the lawsuit argue the law is unconstitutional and improperly interferes with local government authority. A New York judge has ruled that the jury in the upcoming state murder trial of Luigi Mangione will remain anonymous, citing the extraordinary public attention surrounding the case. The judge also approved an overflow courtroom so additional members of the press and public can watch the proceedings if the main courtroom reaches capacity. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Newsom Signs Soria Bill Forcing Fresno Transportation Tax onto November Ballot | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:22:27 | |
Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1923 into law on Aug. 6, 2026, ensuring that Fresno County's proposed transportation sales tax measure, known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot despite efforts by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors to delay it. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| BMW Owners Furious After Movie Ad Appears on Dashboard | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:13:43 | |
Fresno is the first California city to lower school zone speed limits to 20 mph. Will this make kids safer? BMW is facing backlash from customers after it pushed a Spider-Man: Brand New Day promotion to the infotainment screens of certain vehicles, prompting complaints that a luxury car's dashboard should not be used as advertising space. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Meta $567M Abatement Fund for Child Harms & Powerball Jackpot Soars | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:11:44 | |
A New Mexico state judge has ordered Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to establish a $567 million fund to address harms to children and teenagers that the court found were caused by the company's social media platforms. The ruling is one of the largest legal penalties ever imposed on a social media company over youth safety. The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $856 million for the Saturday, Aug. 8 drawing, making it the eighth-largest Powerball jackpot ever and one of the biggest lottery prizes currently on record in the United States. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Trump: ‘We Need To Elect JD’ & Birthright Citizenship EO | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:23:57 | |
Reports say President Donald Trump privately told donors that he wants Vice President JD Vance to win the 2028 presidential election, offering one of the clearest indications yet that he may view Vance as his preferred successor. President Donald Trump signed two new executive orders on Aug. 6, 2026, aimed at restricting aspects of birthright citizenship and ending what the administration calls "birth tourism." The actions come after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected an earlier Trump effort to broadly limit birthright citizenship protections under the 14th Amendment. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cutting-Edge Rogue AIs Let Loose on the Web | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:24:42 | |
Philip looks at a series of recent incidents in which advanced AI systems, while being tested by researchers, unexpectedly behaved in ways that alarmed AI safety experts. The article argues that these events are a warning about how increasingly autonomous AI agents may act when given access to computers, networks, and the internet. More than 50 image and video ads containing abusive content were recently discovered in Meta’s ad library by researchers at the Tech Transparency Project (TTP), with the listings showing that some ads linked out to so-called nudify or undressing apps. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Fresno High Student Family Demand Records From FUSD | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:13:02 | |
A person contagious with measles spent most of the day at Universal Studios Hollywood on July 26, prompting a public health warning. Anyone who visited the park between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. that day should verify their vaccination status, monitor for symptoms through August 16, and contact a healthcare provider if symptoms develop. The family of Fresno High freshman Daniel Padilla Jr., who died after collapsing during PE class in March, is seeking records and possible surveillance video from Fresno Unified to better understand the circumstances surrounding his death. A judge declined to order the immediate release of the information, but the family's legal efforts to obtain answers will continue. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Scotland’s Parking Police & Rand Paul’s Fauci Contempt Push | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:16:52 | |
A still-unidentified "parking meter avenger" has intensified a campaign against Scotland's parking enforcement system by repeatedly disabling meters with glue and foam. While officials are treating the acts as vandalism and trying to find the culprit, the search has been complicated by a community that appears more frustrated with parking enforcement than with the mystery saboteur. Fox News reports that Republicans generally agree on holding Fauci accountable for refusing to answer questions, but they are divided over Rand Paul's plan to bypass a full Senate vote and send a contempt referral directly to the DOJ.
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| Mayor Dyer’s Concerns with Fresno City Council Elections | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:08:03 | |
Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer says the upcoming City Council election could significantly change the direction of city government, and he admitted that possibility "scares" him. At least three new councilmembers, and possibly four, will take office after the November election because no incumbents are running in the contested council races. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gavin Newsom Signs AB 1923 | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:13:25 | |
Newsom has signed AB 1923 into law, ensuring the Better Roads, Safe Streets measure will appear on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot. AB 1923 passed the California Legislature amid intense political fighting. Supporters such as Esmeralda Soria describe it as a victory for voter choice and democratic participation, while opponents including Garry Bredefeld and Diane Pearce see it as state overreach that bypasses local authority. The legislation has now been signed by Gov. Newsom. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Soria’s AB 1923 – Better Roads Safe Streets Passes State Senate | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:34:25 | |
AB 1923, authored by Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, became the legislative vehicle used to place Fresno County's Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation initiative before voters on Nov. 3, 2026. A key feature of the bill is its urgency clause, which allows it to become law immediately upon the governor's signature rather than waiting until the start of the next year. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram
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| Flagrant Foul - How Media Is Covering DiJonai Carrington and Sophie Cunningham | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:16:16 | |
Philip takes a look at the Carrington and Cunningham coverage across the media landscape. An opinion column by OutKick's Bobby Burack criticized how some sports media personalities and outlets responded to a WNBA incident. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Ted Lasso Is Back & Gene-Edited Beagles | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:14:57 | |
This Washington Post column by Monica Hesse argues that the return of Ted Lasso is timely because the character's defining strength, optimism, remains a rare and valuable trait in modern culture. The piece is less a TV review and more a reflection on why audiences connected with Ted in the first place and why they may need him again now. Scientists have successfully used CRISPR gene-editing technology to create what may be the world's first dogs specifically engineered to eliminate a major dog allergen, potentially opening the door to truly hypoallergenic pets in the future. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Perez Hilton Hospitalized & Pirro’s About-Face in Pool Case | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:22:05 | |
Perez Hilton was transported to a Miami area hospital this week, where he was said to be receiving medical attention after appearing to harm himself on a TikTok livestream video. The Wall Street Journal reports that Jeanine Pirro's decision to drop criminal cases tied to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool followed growing concerns among prosecutors that the evidence did not support the government's original vandalism theory. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Democratic Socialist Candidates & Secret FBI Probe | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:16:00 | |
Philip dives into an opinion article about the Tea Party. The columnist's central claim is that comparisons between today's democratic socialist movement and the Republican Tea Party movement of 2009-2010 are only partially correct. The author argues that both movements gained support by channeling frustration with their parties' establishments, but that the goals and implications of democratic socialism are significantly different. The Trump White House released newly declassified FBI documents showing that, after President Trump fired FBI Director James Comey in 2017, the FBI opened a counterintelligence investigation into whether Trump might have been acting on behalf of Russia. The investigation was code-named “Oxferd Comma” and was part of the broader Russia-related inquiry known as Crossfire Hurricane. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 States Face Cyberattacks & Cops Imitating Plants | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:21:16 | |
U.S. officials are investigating a wave of cyberattacks targeting water and wastewater systems in at least 12 states, with Iran emerging as the leading suspect, according to sources cited by ABC News. Despite the breadth of the attacks, authorities say there have been no widespread disruptions to drinking water supplies or wastewater treatment operations so far. A New Jersey police department used an unusual tactic to catch distracted drivers: an officer dressed up as a bush-like shrub and hid along a busy roadway. The strategy proved highly effective, resulting in 74 distracted-driving citations in just six hours. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Clovis Leaders Condemn Name-Calling & New Details in Heath Flora’s Demotion | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:15:45 | |
The Fresno Bee reports that Clovis leaders are increasingly concerned about the tone of local political campaigns as several high-profile elections approach. While disagreements over Measure C and other issues remain sharp, council members including Drew Bessinger and Lynne Ashbeck are urging candidates to focus on policy differences instead of personal attacks, with much of the current controversy centering on social-media exchanges involving Mayor Pro Tem Diane Pearce and Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua. Former California Assembly GOP leader Heath Flora was removed from his leadership role amid allegations that he carried on two overlapping extramarital affairs, along with ongoing scrutiny of campaign spending and active ethics investigations. While the allegations remain disputed and investigations are ongoing, the controversy was significant enough that Assembly Republicans replaced Flora with Alexandra Macedo as caucus leader. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Ashley Swearengin's Push for Road Tax & Hospital Loan Plan Gutted Road Repairs | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:20:46 | |
Bill McEwen argues that former Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin is aggressively supporting the Better Roads Safe Streets transportation tax initiative because of her broader influence in Fresno politics and public policy. Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria transformed a bill originally designed to help financially distressed hospitals into legislation aimed at getting Fresno County's Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation measure onto the November ballot. Supporters see it as a way to fund long-needed road repairs, while critics, particularly healthcare leaders, argue that abandoning the hospital-loan proposal could hurt medical facilities across California. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Avenal Recall Election & New Surveillance Footage in Caleb Quick Murder | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:16:52 | |
The New York Times story focuses on the ongoing political standoff in Avenal, California, where four city officials who were successfully recalled by voters have refused to leave office, creating an unusual legal battle that has drawn statewide attention. The dispute has become a test of how California enforces recall elections when elected officials reject the results. On the third day of the juvenile trial involving Cassandra Michael, the teen accused of helping in the killing of Clovis teenager Caleb Quick, prosecutors presented new surveillance footage and testimony aimed at showing her involvement before and after the shooting. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sky High Oil Profits | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:19:56 | |
The Daily Buzz Question - In your opinion, are oil companies making too much money? Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tuesdays with Terry: Fauci Mentions, Idaho In-N-Out Shooting, Cell Phones & Modern C10’s | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:34:47 | |
According to Mediaite's analysis, Fox News treated the diary release as a major national story, mentioning Fauci 343 times in 36 hours, while CNN and MS NOW combined mentioned him only 11 times during the same period. The story highlights how different news organizations can prioritize the same event in dramatically different ways. KCRA reports that Ashley Garibay, a 23-year-old Stockton In-N-Out manager, was killed while helping train employees at a newly opened Idaho restaurant when a gunman opened fire on August 1. According to a Reuters report published by Military Times, the U.S. military is considering requiring some deployed personnel in the Middle East to surrender their cell phones because of concerns that photos, videos, and social media posts could help Iran identify and target American forces and facilities. Custom vehicle builder ICON 4x4 has unveiled the C Modern Retro Series, a limited-production truck that combines the classic body of a 1967-1972 Chevrolet C10/C20 with the chassis, drivetrain, technology, and reliability of a brand-new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tuesdays with Terry: Cooling Centers, Fresno High & Mass Student Exodus | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:38:00 | |
The City of Clovis has removed Sierra Vista Mall from its list of official cooling centers after reports that parts of the mall have been experiencing air-conditioning problems. The change comes as the Central Valley prepares for potential heat waves and triple-digit temperatures. The Fresno County Coroner’s Office identified the man discovered dead on the roof of a building on the Fresno High campus on Friday as 30-year Daniel Ramirez. A Fresno Unified worker discovered a body on the roof. Fresno Unified School District, California's third-largest school district, is facing a significant enrollment decline that officials say is creating serious financial and operational challenges. New projections show the district expects to lose 1,199 students during the 2026-27 school year, an increase from the 1,044 students lost the previous year. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| GOP Lawmakers Release Fauci Texts | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:21:57 | |
Two Republican senators, Ron Johnson (Wisconsin) and Rand Paul (Kentucky), released the first batch of text messages recovered from former government phones used by Dr. Anthony Fauci, as part of their ongoing investigation into his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sen. Ron Johnson reacts to newly released text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's former government phone, arguing that the messages show a difference between Fauci's private discussions and his public messaging during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Ariana Grande Speaks Out on Stepping Back From Public Eye | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:15:10 | |
In a public statement, Ariana Grande addressed her decision to step away from the spotlight after completing her Eternal Sunshine Tour, telling fans the choice was carefully planned and not a reaction to recent criticism or online speculation. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| DuckDuckGo Glasses, Chipotle’s Jalapenos & CA’s Billionaire Tax | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:21:58 | |
DuckDuckGo's new $35 Paso Robles sunglasses are not smart glasses at all. They're a humorous privacy-focused response to AI-powered wearables, offering "features" like no cameras, no microphones, no apps, no tracking, and no charging. While the product is mostly a marketing statement, it also serves as a commentary on growing concerns about privacy in the age of smart eyewear. Health officials are investigating whether jalapeños served at Chipotle and other Mexican-style restaurants may be the source of a salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than 100 people, primarily in Minnesota. Chipotle says it has already removed the suspected peppers from affected locations as a precaution. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Measure C Replacement & Lunch Program Expanded | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:14:03 | |
Two Central Valley state lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require Fresno County to put a Measure C replacement before voters this November, reviving an effort that appeared stalled after action by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. CalMatters reports that California has expanded and permanently established its Farm to School program, which connects schools with local farms to provide fresher meals, agricultural education, and culinary training. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Health Officials Monitoring Farmworkers Exposed to Measles | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:20:47 | |
Two Central Valley Republicans, Ali Macedo and David Tangipa, are now leading the Assembly GOP. Is that good news for the Valley? Health officials in the Central Valley are monitoring approximately 140 farmworkers who recently traveled from Arizona to California after being exposed to measles during an outbreak in Arizona. The workers have relocated to Fresno, Madera, and Merced counties, where public health agencies are tracking them for symptoms. Two Central Valley state lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require Fresno County to put a Measure C replacement before voters this November, reviving an effort that appeared stalled after action by the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Fresno Unified School District In Crisis Mode & Clovis Unified Teachers File Union Petition | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:21:36 | |
California's third-largest school district, Fresno Unified, is preparing for another significant decline in student enrollment, with new projections showing the district could lose nearly 1,200 students during the 2026-27 school year. The drop would exceed last year's loss and continue a trend that has been affecting the district for years. A group of Clovis Unified teachers has taken a major step toward forming a teachers union, potentially ending the district's 66-year history without a union representing classroom teachers. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Linda Blair Reacts, Drugs and Alcohol Don’t Mix With Work & Spider‑Man’s Opening Weekend | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:12:53 | |
Actress Linda Blair, best known for her role in The Exorcist, says she and the animals in her care are doing fine after Los Angeles County authorities searched her Southern California property as part of an investigation into a reported kennel operation housing more than 100 dogs. The Wall Street Journal uses a high-profile lawsuit involving a former Netflix executive to explore a broader workplace lesson: even in companies that encourage openness and authenticity, discussing drug use or participating in alcohol-fueled work events can create serious professional and legal risks. Sony and Marvel's Spider‑Man: Brand New Day has delivered one of the biggest box-office launches in movie history, with final figures showing it surpassed Avengers: Endgame for the largest domestic opening weekend ever. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Trump Lashes Out at Iran War and Economy Critics | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:18:48 | |
The New York Times article examines President Donald Trump's increasingly aggressive response to critics who argue that the war with Iran has failed to achieve many of its stated objectives and is creating economic and political risks for his administration. The story focuses on Trump's effort to control the narrative as criticism grows from media outlets, foreign-policy experts, and even some allies. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Data Brokers Deny a Million Pleas to Delete Personal Information | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:17:49 | |
A Bloomberg Law analysis of California's first-in-the-nation data broker registry found that data brokers operating in the state have denied or ignored more than 1 million consumer requests to delete personal information over the past two years, raising concerns about how effectively Americans can exercise privacy rights that exist on paper. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Macedo Asks State to Intervene in Avenal Recall & Push to Oust DHS Chief Markwayne Mullin | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:15:26 | |
GV Wire reports that Assemblymember Alexandra Macedo is asking California's top election and law-enforcement officials to intervene in Avenal after four councilmembers who were overwhelmingly recalled by voters have refused to leave office. Despite certified election results and an appellate court ruling upholding the recall, the officials remain on the council, prompting Macedo to argue that state action is needed to protect the integrity of the electoral process. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is facing growing criticism from prominent MAGA activists, media personalities, and immigration hard-liners who say he has become too moderate on immigration policy. The backlash has sparked calls for President Trump to replace him just four months after he took over the Department of Homeland Security. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Jeanine Pirro on the Hot Seat & Laura Loomer’s Turn on Ukraine | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:21:00 | |
CNN reports that President Trump is seriously considering removing U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after her office abandoned a criminal case involving alleged vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Laura Loomer underwent a major change in her views on Ukraine after spending time in Kyiv and witnessing the war firsthand. A longtime critic of Ukraine and U.S. support for the country, she returned as one of the most prominent pro-Ukraine voices within MAGA circles. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Wildfire Threatens California Coast, Senators on Wildfire Bets & Fresno Arts Council Manager Sentenced | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:14:48 | |
The article reports that the Timber Fire is threatening the Big Sur region of Monterey County, prompting evacuations and widespread park closures in one of California's most iconic coastal areas. The wildfire had grown significantly by the morning of August 11, 2026. A group of U.S. senators, including California Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff, are urging federal regulators to ban online prediction markets that allow people to bet on wildfire outcomes. Suliana Caldwell, the former Fresno Arts Council operations manager, was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for stealing $1.8 million in public and nonprofit funds, much of it connected to Fresno's Measure P program. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||