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  • August 29 · 15 min

    WATER: Tom McClintock Talks California Water, Farming, and Freedom

    Philip Teresi checks in with Rep. Tom McClintock to get the scoop from the Water and Agricultural Forum. The Congressman discussed a range of issues affecting California agriculture, including water policy, farming, energy costs, regulations, and the 2026 governor's 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.

  • August 29 · 20 min

    TOBACCO TAX : Fresno’s New Tobacco Retailer Licensing Program

    The Fresno City Council voted 6-1 to create a new Tobacco Retailer Licensing Program, requiring businesses that sell tobacco products to obtain a city license and undergo compliance inspections. City leaders say the goal is to crack down on illegal tobacco and vape sales, particularly products that target youth. A new study led by researchers at Brown University found that older adults who received the Shingrix shingles vaccine had a 24% lower relative risk of being diagnosed with dementia over the following four years compared with similar adults who were not vaccinated. 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.

  • August 29 · 15 min

    BULLE: Wage Disputes & Chef’s Quitting

    California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that prohibits future governors and senior state officials from using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) when negotiating state laws or deciding how taxpayer money is spent. The measure is intended to increase transparency in state government and close loopholes that allowed key policy discussions to occur behind closed doors. Bulle, the upscale farm-to-table restaurant at Herndon and Marks that opened in spring 2026 with ambitions of becoming Fresno's premier fine-dining destination, is facing staffing turnover and wage-related disputes just five months after opening. 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.

  • August 29 · 19 min

    VOTING: Judge Blocks Trump's Mail-In Voting Rule

    The Washington Post's assessment is that Trump launched the Iran war expecting a short campaign but now finds himself trapped in a costly and open-ended conflict. Six months later, Iran's regime remains in power, U.S. military resources have been stretched, political support has weakened, and no obvious path exists to either a decisive victory or an easy exit. The article concludes that Trump's ability to shape the outcome appears increasingly constrained as the conflict settles into a prolonged stalemate. A federal judge has temporarily blocked key parts of a Trump administration rule that would increase federal oversight of mail-in voting through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), marking the latest development in a fast-moving legal battle ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. 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.

  • August 28 · 13 min

    BILLIONAIRE: How Dolly Parton Avoided 3 Comma Status

    The Observer's thesis is simple: Dolly Parton had the earning power to potentially become a billionaire, but repeatedly chose to deploy her wealth for philanthropy, education, job creation, and community development instead. Her legacy, the article argues, is not that she failed to reach billionaire status, but that she intentionally prioritized helping others over accumulating a larger fortune. Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor best known as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at age 85. TMZ reported that Cullen died on August 26, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. His agent confirmed the death, though a cause of death was not immediately disclosed. 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.

  • August 28 · 20 min

    NEW TWITTER: Operation Bluebird Says Musk’s X Gave Up the Name

    A startup called Operation Bluebird has officially launched a new social media platform, Twitter.now, arguing that Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter to X effectively abandoned the Twitter name, logo, and related trademarks. A German artist and designer, Simon Weckert, has created a brightly colored, intentionally ugly shirt designed to make the wearer difficult for certain AI-powered surveillance systems to recognize as a person. The project, called Digital Camouflage, is meant as both a technical experiment and a commentary on the growing use of AI surveillance. 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.

  • August 28 · 17 min

    FLOCK CAMERAS: Former PD Chief’s Emails Give Clues on Fresno

    A new report by YourCentralValley.com sheds light on where Fresno's controversial Flock Safety Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras may be located, though the City of Fresno still refuses to release exact locations to the public. The controversy stems from earlier reporting by 404 Media that Texas law enforcement used Flock's surveillance system while investigating a woman who had allegedly self-administered an abortion. That reporting drew national attention because of concerns that license plate reader networks could be used to monitor people seeking reproductive healthcare. 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.

  • August 28 · 19 min

    META: Settlement Won’t Make the Kids All Right

    The Washington Post contends that the biggest winners from the settlement may be the lawyers and states involved in the litigation, not children. The board is skeptical that the restrictions Meta agreed to implement will have a lasting effect on teen social media use. An update from a story we covered in March of 2026 about a Clovis woman searching for a liver donor. Ray Gerrish, Husband of Pati Gerrish, calls in with an update that Pati is in recovery after a successful liver transplant. 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.

  • August 28 · 16 min

    TINY HOMES: Fresno’s Poverello House Sues Clevenger

    Fresno's Poverello House has filed a lawsuit against contractor Dave Clevenger and his company, PreFab Innovations, claiming they failed to deliver 26 tiny homes that were supposed to be built for a Fresno homelessness housing project. The nonprofit is seeking to recover nearly $1 million it says it paid toward the project. 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.

  • August 28 · 20 min

    EDUCATION: Pirro’s Special Grand Jury & FUSD’s Budget Cuts

    The Washington Post reports that U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has convened an unusual special grand jury to investigate issues involving children and young people in Washington, D.C., including scrutiny of D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) and the city's oversight of youth services. Fresno Unified says eliminating district-funded field trips is a necessary budget measure and reflects what many school districts already do, relying on school sites and fundraising rather than central funding. Critics, including the teachers union and some parents, argue the move could disproportionately affect lower-income students and reduce access to educational experiences outside the classroom. The debate is likely to continue as community members press the district to reconsider the cuts. 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.

  • August 28 · 14 min

    KENNEDY CENTER: Trump Officials Threaten Center Demolition

    A military judge has ruled that Khalid Sheikh Mohammed (KSM), the alleged mastermind of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, will finally stand trial on June 5, 2028, nearly 27 years after the attacks and 25 years after his capture. The Trump administration is facing backlash after Justice Department lawyers argued in a court filing that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts could eventually be demolished if a federal court prevents the administration's planned renovation and restoration project from moving forward. 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.

  • August 27 · 20 min

    PETER CULLEN: Transformers’ Voice Actor Peter Cullen Dead at 85

    Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor best known as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at age 85. TMZ reported that Cullen died on August 26, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. His agent confirmed the death, though a cause of death was not immediately disclosed. A catastrophic flood disaster along the Nepal-China border in the Himalayas has left more than 1,400 people missing and at least 380 to 390 people dead, making it one of the region's worst natural disasters in recent years. Authorities believe the flooding was likely triggered by a glacier collapse or ice-and-rock avalanche high in the mountains. The highly watched murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three young children in January 2023, reached a critical stage on August 27, 2026, with closing arguments completed and the case now in the hands of the jury. 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.

  • August 27 · 1 hr 29 min

    GLYNNA’S STORY: Nine Weeks Inside an Identity Fraud Nightmare

    When scammers convinced Central Valley resident Glynna Morgan that she was the target of a federal money laundering investigation, what followed was nearly nine weeks of fear, manipulation, and psychological control. On a special edition of The Philip Teresi Show, Glynna tells her story alongside her financial adviser Ryan Del Carlo with Del Carlo Financial, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp and Kings View Behavioral Health's Dr. Amanda Nugent Divine. Host: Philip Teresi Guest: Ryan Del Carlo with Del Carlo Financial Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp Kings View Behavioral Health's Dr. Amanda Nugent Divine Executive Producer: Gabe Navarro ******** If you find yourself in crisis - Contact Kings View Behavioral Health Victim of Fraud in Fresno County - Contact Fresno Co District Attorney's Office 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.

  • August 27 · 12 min

    META SETTLEMENT: $18 Billion + Child Safety Restrictions

    Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to pay up to $18 billion and implement major new restrictions on teen users to settle lawsuits brought by nearly every U.S. state alleging that its platforms were designed in ways that harmed children's mental health and encouraged addictive use. The settlement ends a landmark trial that had begun earlier this month in federal court in Oakland, 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.

  • August 27 · 8 min

    FUSD BUDGET CUTS: Canceled Field Trips for Elementary Students

    Fresno Unified has cut district funding for elementary school field trips in an effort to save roughly $2.2 million amid ongoing budget challenges. While trips are not completely banned, schools will now have to rely on their own budgets and fundraising efforts, prompting criticism from teachers and parents who say many students may lose educational experiences they otherwise could not afford. 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.

  • August 27 · 20 min

    TIM CURRY: Rocky Horror Picture Show and Clue Actor, Tim Curry Dies at 80

    Even after her death, Dolly Parton has one final musical gift waiting for fans. Her unreleased song "My Place in History" remains locked inside a Dream Box at Dollywood, where it is scheduled to stay sealed until January 19, 2046. The recording has effectively become a musical message from Parton to future generations, ensuring that new music from one of America's most beloved entertainers will still be debuting two decades from now. Tim Curry leaves behind a remarkable entertainment legacy spanning more than five decades. From Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show to Pennywise in It and Wadsworth in Clue, he created some of the most enduring characters in popular culture and earned a reputation as one of the most versatile performers of his generation. 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.

  • August 26 · 34 min

    TUESDAYS WITH TERRY: Humanoid Robots & Dolly Parton’s Cause of Death

    Humanoid robots are making astonishing gains in specialized athletic tasks, to the point of breaking world records once thought unreachable by machines. However, their weaknesses remain obvious: many can run faster than humans but still cannot consistently stop, recover from mistakes, or handle the wide variety of situations that humans navigate effortlessly. Dolly Parton died following a brief battle with cancer ... TMZ has confirmed. Parton’s reps said in a statement to TMZ ... she was surrounded by loved ones at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville when she died. 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.

  • August 26 · 37 min

    TUESDAYS WITH TERRY: The Lindsay Clancy Trial

    A major issue at trial is the large number of psychiatric medications prescribed to Clancy during the months before the killings. As of August 2026, testimony is ending and closing arguments are expected soon. Recent prosecution experts testified that Clancy was criminally responsible for her actions, while the defense continues to argue she suffered from severe postpartum psychosis and lacked legal responsibility. 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.

  • August 26 · 15 min

    GAVIN NEWSOM: Fair Oaks Home Listed For Sale For $7.5 Million

    California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, have put their Fair Oaks estate near Sacramento on the market with an asking price of $7.5 million. The property was listed through Sotheby's International Realty on August 24, 2026. A federal judge in Virginia has temporarily blocked a proposed auction of more than 100 artifacts recovered from the wreck of the Titanic, siding for now with concerns raised by the U.S. government and preservation advocates. The key revelation is that the Tate brothers' legal team now says much of the luxury lifestyle displayed across social media was part of a marketing strategy. Court filings assert that several supercars, expensive watches, and even a purported $50 million yacht were rented, leased, borrowed, or used for promotional purposes rather than being personally owned by Andrew or Tristan Tate. 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.

  • August 26 · 22 min

    LAKE AMERICA: Mail In Ballots & Trump Threatens to Rename Lake Ontario

    Prosecutors allege that William Bao Khoa Ly befriended an 89-year-old man at a McDonald's, gained access to his phone and financial accounts, and then transferred roughly $100,000 into cryptocurrency accounts under his control. He has pleaded not guilty, and the case remains pending. President Donald Trump suggested on August 25, 2026, that the United States might rename Lake Ontario to“Lake America” amid the rapidly worsening trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump said on social media that he was “giving serious consideration” to the change. Axios' San Francisco edition focuses on what President Trump's mail-voting executive order and the recent Supreme Court ruling could mean for California voters and election officials ahead of the 2026 midterms. 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.

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