Darren White
214 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHe hung up his gun belt and badge but didn’t ride off into the sunset. A gritty glimpse into the world politics, crime and current events from the former Sheriff.
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Where Do NM Republicans Go From Here?
June 03, 2021 00:10 - 26 minutes - 1 ByteDemocrat Melanie Stansbury soundly defeated Republican Mark Moores in the special election to replace Rep. Deb Haaland, who resigned to become Secretary of Interior. Is CD-1 a lost cause for Republicans? Guest host Jim Villanucci discusses where the state party goes from here and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Do Teachers Deserve Hazard Pay?
May 28, 2021 20:54 - 30 minutes - 1 ByteAlbuquerque Public Schools backtracked this week on a promise to give bonuses to teachers that worked during the pandemic. Do teachers deserve hazard pay for their work during the pandemic? Guest host Buck Burnett says no and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Wild West Ghost Town Job Fair
May 27, 2021 20:59 - 52 minutes - 1 ByteAlbuquerque held a job fair on Civic Plaza today and attendance was sparse to say the least. Guest host Eric Strauss says that no one wants to work in Albuquerque and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Is APS as Bad as They Say?
May 25, 2021 20:11 - 17 minutes - 1 ByteAlbuquerque Public Schools is facing a $45 million deficit in funding, a lot of which is due to a decline in enrollment during the pandemic. Guest host Jim Villanucci discusses why parents are taking their kids out of APS and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Gun Buy-Backs Don't Work
May 20, 2021 20:13 - 16 minutes - 1 ByteThe Albuquerque Police Department is holding a gun buyback event on Saturday. Guest host Jared Hart lays out why gun buybacks don't work and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Wait.... There Was Fraud!?
May 20, 2021 19:46 - 16 minutes - 1 ByteNew Mexico lawmakers were presented with a report that said that Department of Workforce Solutions overpaid as much as $250 million in unemployment benefits during the pandemic. Guest host Jared Hart is SHOCKED that someone might have taken advantage of a government program and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Local Topic Tuesday
May 18, 2021 20:04 - 29 minutes - 1 ByteGuest host Jim Villanucci discusses a variety of local topics, including Congressional candidate Mark Moores under fire for some recent comments, New Mexico possibly reinstating its plastic bag ban, and takes your calls as well on News Radio KKOB.
The Supreme Court Takes Up Abortion
May 17, 2021 20:50 - 25 minutes - 1 ByteThe Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a Mississippi abortion case that could roll back Roe v. Wade. Guest host Jim Villanucci gives his opinions on the case and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Go Big or Go Home
May 13, 2021 21:59 - 49 minutes - 1 ByteOhio Governor Mike DeWine announced yesterday that every Ohio resident who has gotten the COVID vaccine will be entered into 5 lotteries to give away $1 million dollars each. Guest host Jared Hart lays out why he believes New Mexico should do something similar in scope to incentivize people to get the vaccine and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Colin Kaepernick is Back! Sort of...
May 12, 2021 20:02 - 15 minutes - 1 ByteColin Kaepernick announced that his publishing company is releasing a book later this year titled "Abolition for the People: The Movement for a Future Without Policing and Prisons". This comes as Tim Tebow makes an NFL comeback while Kaepernick still sits on the sidelines. Guest host Jim Villanucci gives his opinion and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Why is Everything So Expensive!?
May 10, 2021 21:47 - 15 minutes - 1 ByteWe've all heard about the astronomical price of lumber these days, but what other goods have gone up in price? Guest host Jim Villanucci gives a couple examples that he's seen and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Does New Mexico have a Labor Shortage?
May 07, 2021 00:19 - 28 minutes - 1 ByteAs most New Mexico counties are now in the turquoise level and moving closer to fully reopening, some employers are complaining that they can't fill vacancies due to expanded unemployment benefits. Guest host Buck Burnett gives his opinion on why employers can't fill openings, and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Should Corporal Punishment Be Banned?
May 04, 2021 23:33 - 26 minutes - 1 ByteA principal at Central Elementary School in Florida is under investigation for paddling a 6-year-old student, sparking a debate of whether corporal punishment should still be allowed in schools. Guest host Jim Villanucci gives his opinion and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
How Absolute is the 2nd Amendment?
April 30, 2021 22:19 - 20 minutes - 1 ByteGuest host Jim Villanucci discusses the Supreme Court taking up a gun rights case for the first time in more than a decade and takes your phone calls on the 2nd Amendment on News Radio KKOB.
Reacting to the New Guidelines
April 28, 2021 22:17 - 38 minutes - 1 ByteIn a press conference this afternoon, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham outlined new COVID guidelines going into effect on Friday and said New Mexico is on track to be fully open in 9 weeks. Darren White reacts to her comments and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Is the Mayor's Race a 1 Issue Race?
April 27, 2021 20:55 - 47 minutes - 1 ByteWe've now officially passed 40 homicides in Albuquerque so far in 2021, on pace to shatter records in the city. After Sheriff Manny Gonzales officially entered the Mayoral race last week, will the race become strictly focused on crime? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
The Supreme Court Takes Up Gun Rights
April 26, 2021 20:57 - 55 minutes - 1 ByteThe Supreme Court has agreed to take up a case that upheld New York's restrictive gun permit law. It's the first time in more than a decade that the Supreme Court has taken up a major gun rights case. Darren White gives his opinion on where the case is headed, and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Pat Davis joins Buck Burnett
April 23, 2021 19:53 - 12 minutes - 1 ByteCity Councilor Pat Davis joins Guest Host Buck Burnett to discuss a variety of Albuquerque issues, such as vaccination rates, the upcoming mayor's race, and much more.
Fallout from the Chauvin Verdict
April 22, 2021 00:08 - 35 minutes - 1 ByteGuest host Jim Villanucci discusses the guilty verdict for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and takes your phone calls on News Radio KKOB.
Sheriff Manny Gonzales joins Darren White
April 19, 2021 20:49 - 9 minutes - 1 ByteOn the day he officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County Sheriff Manny Gonzales joins Darren White to discuss launching his campaign on News Radio KKOB.
The Sheriff Enters the Race
April 19, 2021 20:33 - 33 minutes - 1 ByteAlbuquerque Mayor Tim Keller received a serious challenge for his reelection campaign today when Bernalillo County Sheriff Manny Gonzales officially entered the race. How much of a chance does Sheriff Gonzales have of unseating Keller? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your calls on News Radio KKOB.
The "Protester" Speaks
April 16, 2021 20:44 - 42 minutes - 1 ByteDarren White visits with KOAT Investigative Producer TJ Wilham to discuss his latest story interviewing the man at last weekend's "protest" on Civic Plaza. He also continues the discussion surrounding the details of the case and takes your calls on News Radio KKOB.
Fallout from Sunday's "Protest"
April 15, 2021 21:47 - 48 minutes - 1 ByteMore than a dozen APD officers have resigned from the department's Emergency Response Team after Sunday's "protest" on Civic Plaza. Darren White visits with KOAT TV Investigations Producer TJ Wilham to discuss the details of the story, and gives his take on morale within APD.
What's The Future of Law Enforcement?
April 14, 2021 20:55 - 44 minutes - 1 ByteFormer Minnesota police officer Kim Potter was charged Wednesday with 2nd Degree Manslaughter for killing Daunte Wright on Sunday. Darren White discusses the details surrounding the case and the future of law enforcement in this country on News Radio KKOB.
Hitting Pause on J&J
April 13, 2021 20:55 - 44 minutes - 1 ByteThe FDA and CDC are recommending a "pause" of Johnson and Johnson's COVID vaccine in order to review 6 cases of a "rare and severe" type of blood clot. How much will this hamper vaccination efforts? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Free For All Friday
April 09, 2021 20:57 - 56 minutes - 1 BytePresident Biden's executive orders on guns. The GOP's donor retreat in Florida. The special election in CD-1. Those topics and much more are on the table for Free For All Friday with Darren White.
President Biden Tackles Guns
April 08, 2021 20:55 - 54 minutes - 1 ByteCalling gun violence in America an "epidemic" and "an international embarrassment", President Biden today announced a couple of limited executive orders on guns, while pressuring Congress to act further. What can President Biden get done in such a divided Congress? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Is The Bar Too High?
April 07, 2021 20:50 - 42 minutes - 1 ByteNew Mexico announced its updated county by county COVID statistics today. Bernalillo County remains in the yellow category, and did not come particularly close to reaching the green level. Is the bar too high for a county as big as Bernalillo County? Darren White visits with KOAT Investigative Producer TJ Wilham to discuss and gives his opinion on the topic.
Infrastructure Week
April 06, 2021 20:51 - 48 minutes - 1 BytePresident Biden unveiled his $2 Trillion infrastructure plan last week, and the Democrats got good news from the Senate Parliamentarian that should allow them to pass the bill through reconciliation. Will they be able to get all 50 Democrats on board? Darren White gives his thoughts on the proposed bill, and takes your calls.
Corporate America Stays Woke
April 05, 2021 20:20 - 23 minutes - 1 ByteAfter Major League Baseball moved their All Star Game out of Atlanta and companies like Delta and Coca Cola have come out in opposition of Georgia's new voting and election laws, Republican lawmakers are threatening to take away MLB's antitrust exemption as well as tax breaks for Delta. Should these corporations suffer consequences, or is this just another example of "cancel culture"? Darren White gives his opinion, and takes your phone calls.
Coming to a Dispensary Near You
April 01, 2021 20:50 - 38 minutes - 1 ByteThe New Mexico legislature finally got the bill approving recreational cannabis over the finish line last night. So what now? Darren White visits with City Councilor Pat Davis to discuss the passing of the bill, and takes your phone calls on the topic.
Weed and Guns
March 31, 2021 22:02 - 37 minutes - 1 ByteThe New Mexico House passed House Bill 2, a bill legalizing recreational cannabis, by a 38-32 vote today. Darren White discusses the latest developments with the bill, as well as the debate concerning legalized marijuana and firearm ownership.
Off and Running
March 30, 2021 20:35 - 34 minutes - 1 ByteThe special session of the New Mexico legislature officially kicked off today, with the main priority being a bill that legalizes recreational marijuana. Darren White visits with City Councilor Pat Davis to discuss the future of the bill and takes your calls on it as well.
On a Very Special Session...
March 26, 2021 20:57 - 49 minutes - 1 ByteGovernor Michelle Lujan Grisham has officially called a special session of the NM legislature beginning March 30th that will focus on items left unfinished during the recent 60 day session, including the legalization of recreational cannabis. Darren White continues the marijuana debate and takes your phone calls.
Does The Mayor Deserve Another 4 Years?
March 24, 2021 20:56 - 47 minutes - 1 ByteAlbuquerque Mayor Tim Keller formally declared his candidacy for reelection on Monday. How successful has he been in his first term, and has he earned another? Darren White gives his opinion on Mayor Keller's first term and takes your calls.
What's The Answer?
March 23, 2021 20:56 - 53 minutes - 1 ByteIn the aftermath of a shooting at a supermarket in Boulder, CO that claimed 10 lives, President Biden is calling for a return of banning the sale of assault rifles. Is that the answer to reducing mass shootings in America? Darren White gives his opinion on what reforms should be made and takes your calls.
Remembering Deputy James McGrane
March 22, 2021 20:12 - 23 minutes - 1 ByteToday marks 15 years since Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department Deputy James McGrane was shot and killed during a traffic stop. Darren White was Sheriff at the time, and recounts his experience on that day. He also visits with James McGrane Sr., the father of Deputy McGrane.
What's Next for Cannabis in New Mexico?
March 22, 2021 19:42 - 8 minutes - 1 ByteHouse Bill 12, a bill that would legalize recreational cannabis in New Mexico, stalled in the final hours as the 60 day legislative session came to an end on Saturday. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said that she's planning to call a special session to get the bill over the finish line. Will it pass this time? Darren White visits with Indy White, Head of Dispensary Operations for PurLife, to discuss.
Should We Be Concerned with President Biden's Health?
March 19, 2021 20:32 - 35 minutes - 1 BytePresident Biden tripped multiple times up the steps of Air Force One this morning after recently breaking his foot while playing with his dog. Should we be concerned with the President's health? Guest host Jim Villanucci gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Do Transgender Athletes Belong in Women's Sports?
March 18, 2021 20:44 - 32 minutes - 1 ByteA father from Kansas City, Missouri went viral this week after testifying in front of the state house and urging them to not to pass a bill requiring student athletes to compete in sports based on their biological sex. Guest host Jim Villanucci doesn't believe that transgender athletes should be allowed to compete in women's sports. He takes your calls on the subject as well.
Determining a Hate Crime
March 17, 2021 20:41 - 23 minutes - 1 ByteAt least 8 people were found dead at 3 Atlanta area massage parlors on Tuesday, leading to the arrest of Robert Aaron Long as the sole suspect. Were the murders a hate crime? Guest host Jim Villanucci gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Making Combat More Inclusive?
March 16, 2021 20:46 - 28 minutes - 1 ByteThe U.S. Army is reviewing its "gender neutral" combat fitness test after data showed that a majority of women fail the test. Should the physical requirements for combat positions be lowered? Guest host Jim Villanucci doesn't think so, and takes your calls on the subject.
Does Freedom of Protest Have a Limit?
March 12, 2021 21:52 - 48 minutes - 1 ByteThe New Mexico House narrowly passed a bill yesterday that would make it a crime to conduct "targeted residential picketing" and protesting outside of a person's home. Does the bill infringe upon First Amendment rights? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your phone calls.
Should the COVID vaccine be mandated?
March 02, 2021 21:57 - 49 minutes - 1 ByteA Doña Ana County detention center officer is suing the county manager after the county mandated that county employees get the COVID-19 vaccine. Should companies and employers mandate that their employees get a COVID vaccine to continue employment? Darren White gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Trump's Political Future
March 01, 2021 21:55 - 1 hour - 1 ByteFormer President Donald Trump broke his silence since leaving office yesterday, with a speech at CPAC that confirmed he's still the face of the Republican Party. What is his political future? Does he run again in 2024, or play the role of Kingmaker? Darren White gives his thoughts and takes your calls.
The Pandemic Turns 1
February 25, 2021 21:15 - 32 minutes - 1 ByteWe're coming up on the one year anniversary of the COVID pandemic shutting down large portions of the country. Guest host Jim Villanucci discusses his pandemic fatigue and takes your calls on when the pandemic became real for you.
Is Politics Ruining Everything?
February 24, 2021 21:52 - 39 minutes - 1 ByteAfter Coca Cola was criticized for an employee diversity training that urged workers to be "less white", guest host Jim Villanucci wonders if politics and political correctness is seeping into every portion of our lives. He also takes your calls on people, products, or brands that you boycott now due to political reasons.
Discussing the Decision to Stay Virtual
February 23, 2021 21:07 - 15 minutes - 1 ByteGuest host Buck Burnett visits with APS Board member Peggy Muller-Aragon to discuss the board's decision to continue strictly virtual learning for the remainder of the school year.
Debating Death With Dignity
February 22, 2021 21:54 - 30 minutes - 1 ByteThe New Mexico House passed an "aid-in-dying" bill over the weekend that would allow terminally ill patients to seek a doctor's help to end their life. Guest host Buck Burnett thinks the bill "feels wrong" and gives his opinion and takes your calls.
Let Them Play?
February 22, 2021 21:02 - 31 minutes - 1 ByteAfter last week's decision to continue virtual learning for the remainder of the school year, Albuquerque Public Schools has asked Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to "decouple" athletics from hybrid learning and allow spring sports to be played. Should athletics be played if APS has deemed it "unsafe" to return to hybrid learning? Guest host Buck Burnett gives his take and takes your calls.