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Overnight America

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Weapons Ban

March 25, 2021 04:07 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker and callers discuss the possible effectiveness, or lack thereof, of an assault weapons ban in the wake of the latest mass shootings. Later, hear the KMOX story about a St. Louis man who wants Missouri to pay his travel expenses after driving 282 miles for a COVID-19 vaccine shot. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Gerald Celente

March 25, 2021 03:03 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Gerald Celente, publisher of the Trends Journal, joins host Ryan Wrecker to talk “History Before It Happens” and how the U.S. handled the pandemic. Ryan later explains what is causing ants to wreak havoc on some St. Louis homes and how stress is leading to more problems than ever. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Bobby, Tishaura & the Trolley

March 25, 2021 02:10 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker and callers remember Bobby Plager throughout hour one of tonight’s program. He also elaborates on his worries regarding City of St. Louis Mayoral candidate Tishaura Jones and asks why the Delmar Loop Trolley was spotted on a test run this afternoon. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Debate Reaction Cont.

March 24, 2021 04:58 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

First, hear the final thoughts from each St. Louis City Mayoral candidate from tonight’s debate. Next, host Ryan Wrecker provides his biggest takeaway from the event. In another matter, do celebrity pastors really need pricey wardrobe items like $500 Gucci tops and $2,500 Air Jordan shoes? Hear about the Instagram Christian who is calling these lavish preachers out. Finally, hear Kevin Killeen’s “Whole ‘Nother Story” featuring KMOX political analysts John Hancock, Michael and a pool table.

Debate Reaction

March 24, 2021 04:04 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Hour three starts with a bevy of calls regarding how the next City Mayor will interact with Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner. Later, host Ryan Wrecker plays more audio clips from tonight’s St. Louis Mayoral Debate regarding gun violence, police relations and Downtown safety.

Mayoral Debate Reaction ft. Michael Calhoun

March 24, 2021 02:03 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

As heard tonight on KMOX, City Treasurer Tishaura Jones and Ward Twenty Alderwoman Cara Spencer competed in a St. Louis Mayoral Debate. Host Ryan Wrecker offers his own observations and plays clips from the event. Michael Calhoun from the KMOX newsroom, a panelist in the debate, calls in to share his expert insight. Callers weigh in with their thoughts on the race.

Southern Border

March 23, 2021 04:04 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker analyzes how the Biden administration has made the southern border such a terrible situation. Hear clips from a White House press conference regarding the dire situation. Later, hear about the company willing to pay you $2,400 to participate in a 24-hour “digital detox.” If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Tim Wendel & Brad Young

March 23, 2021 03:15 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Baseball journalist Tim Wendel joins host Ryan Wrecker to share concepts behind his new ballgame book, “Escape from Castro’s Cuba.” KMOX legal analyst Brad Young, partner at Harris Dowell Fisher & Young, helps us understand the charges Kim Gardner has filed against an investigator of her own office. Finally, hear why anyone with a 314 or 618 area code will be under mandatory ten-digit dialing later this year. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your ...

Michael Calhoun, and Daniel Ponce de Leon

March 22, 2021 04:30 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Michael Calhoun joins Ryan to talk about the upcoming Mayoral Debate for Saint Louis.  Ryan also sits down with Baseball player Daniel Ponce de Leon to talk about his faith and his book “One Line Drive.”

COVID Schooling, Vaccination Rollout, and Canada

March 22, 2021 04:15 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Is your child safe during In-Person learning at school?  Ryan shares how safe it is and how his son is handling it.  Following that, Ryan tackles the issues with the vaccine rollout in Missouri and Saint Louis County.  Up next, Ryan links up with Eric Chapman in Canada to talk about Vaccine Rollouts, Dating during the Pandemic, and more.

KMOX on FM, and Dave Glover Joins KMOX

March 22, 2021 01:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

It’s the dawn of a new era at KMOX.  Ryan shares the details as KMOX can now be found on 98.7 FM in the heart of the St. Louis Business area.  Ryan then speaks with KMOX’s Michael Calhoun about the big change and what it means for St. Louis.  Next, Ryan talks with Dave Glover about his move to KMOX beginning March 22nd.  If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Thomas Jipping

March 19, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Thomas Jipping, Senior Legal Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, joins guest host Brad Young to discuss Congress’ attempt to bring back the Equal Rights Amendment. Young also discusses the hypocrisy of Climate Envoy John Kerry not wearing his mask on an American Airlines flight and updates regarding Area 51 aircraft testing.

Caller Cornucopia

March 19, 2021 04:05 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Guest host Brad Young fields a bevy of calls this hour regarding President Biden’s policies, vaccine skepticism, political media and more. Young also examines President Biden’s tax policy.

Dave Simons

March 19, 2021 03:01 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Dave Simons, Senior VP of Wealth Management at UBS & host of the “Dollars and Sense” show on KMOX, tells us why the economic market is in such a state of flux. Guest host Brad Young explains why you can’t sue your vaccine provider even if you have a bad reaction to the shot.

David Nicklaus

March 18, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Let’s start our final hour with Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” about St. Patrick’s Day. Next, guest host Brad Young and producer Mike Anderson discuss the pros and cons of sports gambling. Later, St. Louis Post Dispatch business columnist David Nicklaus joins guest host Brad Young to explain how the COVID-19 pandemic may have permanently changed aspects of employment.

Checks & Cable Ratings

March 18, 2021 04:01 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

KMOX legal analyst Brad Young guest-hosts a caller-driven hour that features questions and comments on the third round of stimulus checks, vaccines, expired license plates, voter fraud and much more. Young also has some suggestions for spending your COVID money and explains what may be causing the declining cable television ratings across the board.

Stimulus & St. Patrick's Day

March 18, 2021 03:01 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

How are you going to spend your third stimulus check? Guest host and KMOX legal analyst Brad Young covers updates regarding execution of the latest COVID Relief bill. Young shares how the City of St. Louis can and should spend their incoming federal cash. We also hear from a caller with car accident questions and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with fun audio from the modern leprechaun metropolis of Mobile, Alabama.

Dave Glover & Daniel Ponce de Leon REW

March 17, 2021 05:01 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

First, hear a list non-Americans are sharing of things they thought were fake about America that turned out to be completely true. Next, host Ryan Wrecker revisits his earlier interviews from the 8 o’clock hour. Radio talk show host Dave gets you set for his show’s big move to KMOX next Monday. Next, Cardinals pitcher Daniel Ponce de Leon discusses his new book, “One Line Drive,” and explains the role that faith has played in his life.

St. Patrick’s Day Archive & Tech

March 17, 2021 04:01 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Hear a large portion of a KMOX St. Patrick's Day broadcast from March 17th, 1966, hosted by J. Roy McCarthy. Next, time for some tech stories including Amazon's overworked delivery drivers and Alexa’s that can monitor your heartbeat without touching you. Finally, hear how China is building a nightmarish surveillance state with cameras that check emotions and track ‘social credit’ with AI. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120...

Richard A. Green & Dr. Dean Fanelli

March 17, 2021 03:07 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Author Richard A. Green joins host Ryan Wrecker to share insights from his book, “Agents of Deceit: The True Story of Life inside Today's Chaotic and Dysfunctional I.R.S.” Next, hear a portion of Mitch McConnell’s scathing filibuster warning. Later, Dr. Dean Fanelli, an attorney based in Washington DC, addresses COVID-19 vaccine questions and updates. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.fa...

Dave Glover & Daniel Ponce de Leon

March 17, 2021 02:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

First, hear clips from City of St. Louis Mayor Lyda Krewson’s interview on CNN regarding the plan to spend COVID money. Next, radio talk show host Dave Glover joins host Ryan Wrecker to get you set for his show’s big move to KMOX next Monday. Later, Cardinals pitcher Daniel Ponce de Leon joins the show to discuss his new book, “One Line Drive,” and explain the role that faith has now played in his life. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls ...

KMOX St. Patrick's Day 1966

March 17, 2021 00:46 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

This is a portion of an interview originally airing on KMOX during St. Patrick's Day, March 17th, 1966.  The host is J. Roy McCarthy and he interviews two guests to discuss topics about Ireland.  

Todd Bensman

March 16, 2021 04:02 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, joins host Ryan Wrecker to break down the immigration issues at the southern border. Next, did you see the 60 Minutes piece on St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner?  Let’s talk about it.

Linda Gordon

March 16, 2021 03:10 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Linda Gordon, author of “The Second Coming of the KKK: The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s and the American Political Tradition,” joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss how the for-profit organization used propaganda and fear mongering to create a mainstream middle-class conspiracy movement. Ryan also provides updates regarding your incoming third stimulus check.

Stimulus Check, Shane Hewitt, and The Grammy's

March 15, 2021 01:15 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Have you received your stimulus check yet?  Ryan breaks down what we know about when you might see yours and why some people may not see theirs at all.  Following that, Ryan links up with Shane Hewitt (Host of The Shift in Canada) to discuss what is and isn’t allowed on broadcast media in both countries and more.  As the hour winds down, Ryan discusses the Grammy’s and why he feels out of the loop.

314 Day, and Gardner on 60 Minutes

March 15, 2021 00:15 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

It’s 314 Day in St. Louis and Ryan shares what he did to celebrate St. Louis.  Next, Ryan discusses a CBS 60 Minutes segment on Saint Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner.  Ryan discusses how CBS glorified Gardner’s work as opposed to reality with crime rising.

Gardner & Cuomo

March 12, 2021 05:59 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

City of St. Louis prosecutor Kim Gardner will be featured on the next episode of CBS' “60 Minutes.". Host Ryan Wrecker questions if the network will paint a misrepresented picture. Next, callers lead the conversation back to what is happening with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Dr. Brandy Schillace

March 12, 2021 05:02 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Author and historian Dr. Brandy Schillace joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss her new book, “Mr. Humble and Dr. Butcher: A Monkey’s Head, the Pope’s Neuroscientist, and the Quest to Transplant the Soul.” Later, Ryan narrates growing resignation demands for New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, including clips from NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio.

Joel C. Rosenberg & Caryn B. Keppler

March 12, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

New York Times bestselling author Joel C. Rosenberg joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss his new book, “The Beirut Protocol,” and his close history with late radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh. Caryn B. Keppler, Partner at Pierro, Connor & Strauss, explains estate planning of musicians like Bob Dylan and David Crosby, who among other artists have recently sold their catalogues. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and f...

Address & Approval

March 12, 2021 03:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

President Joe Biden addressed the nation tonight one year after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Host Ryan Wrecker has clips and asks if his great approval rating is fake, calling the President largely absent and a push over. Callers weigh in. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Relief Bill, Brad Young & Kurt Prenzler

March 11, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker offers more updates on the $1.9-trillion COVID Relief Bill, which has passed through Congress. Next, he revisits a couple of interviews from the first hour of tonight’s program. KMOX legal analyst Brad Young, partner at Harris Dowell Fisher & Young, explains today’s news regarding St. Louis’ lawsuit against Stan Kroenke, the Rams and the NFL. Kurt Prenzler, chair of the East-West Gateway Council of Governments, discusses potential further funding of the Loop Trolley and the...

Interns & Immigrants

March 11, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Suddenly, unpaid internships are being called class and race dividers. Host Ryan Wrecker argues against this claim, pointing out the merits the experience. Later, hear updates on the immigration crisis at the border and the current state of the pandemic.

Tom Sullivan & Dr. Michael J. Young

March 11, 2021 04:07 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Local watchdog Tom Sullivan shares insight on the Loop Trolley project and provides more frustrating commentary from St. Louis County Council meetings. Host Ryan Wrecker provides updates on the possible cancellation of broadcaster Piers Morgan, who is now casting himself as a “Free Speech Hero.” Author Dr. Michael J. Young depicts the de-evolution of healthcare as is described in his book, “The Illness of Medicine: Experiences of Clinical Practice.”

Brad Young & Kurt Prenzler

March 11, 2021 03:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker opens tonight’s show with updates on the $1.9-trillion COVID Relief Bill, which has now passed through Congress. KMOX legal analyst Brad Young, partner at Harris Dowell Fisher & Young, explains today’s news regarding St. Louis’ lawsuit against Stan Kroenke, the Rams and the NFL. Kurt Prenzler, chair of the East-West Gateway Council of Governments, discusses potential further funding of the Loop Trolley and the struggle to make MetroLink safer with armed guards. Later, hear ...

Le Pew & Polls

March 10, 2021 05:59 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Pepe Le Pew’s big scene was cut from Space Jam 2. Host Ryan Wrecker explains why the French cartoon skunk was the next victim of cancelation, along with other classics like Dumbo and Peter Pan. Next Dr. Don Vaughn, Head of Product at Invisibly, explains how data can drive research polling. Later, Ryan compares coverage of hard-hitting news to the amount of coverage dedicated to silly things like the Royal Family. Finally, hear updates on the American Rescue Plan including when you might get ...

Trish Gazall

March 10, 2021 05:04 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

KEZK host Trish Gazall tries to explain the Oprah interview to host Ryan Wrecker, a person who doesn’t care about the Royals. Ryan also talks toasted ravioli pizza, Piers Morgan’s Meghan Markle comments and one lucky dog. Finally, hear one of Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Stories” from schoolhouse apartments. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Stan Courtney

March 10, 2021 04:08 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Illinois Bigfoot hunter Stan Courtney joins host Ryan Wrecker for the duration of the hour to discuss local sightings and findings. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like and follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RyanWreckerRadio/ 

Puppies & Politics

March 09, 2021 06:12 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

The final hour of tonight’s show begins with some bark to its bite. Hear Kevin Killeen’s “Whole ‘Nother Story” with local dog owners and the reason President Biden’s German Shepherds were removed from office. Later, we revisit Ryan’s earlier interview with political analyst and author Rich Rubino of Politi-Geek.com. Last but not least, another tragic homicide in the City of St. Louis leaves Ryan questioning how much more of this we can take.

David Keating

March 09, 2021 06:08 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

David Keating, President of the Institute for Free Speech, discusses the election reform bill. Host Ryan Wrecker recaps Missouri Senator Roy Blunt’s announcement to not seek re-election and gauges the chances disgraced former Governor Eric Greitens could run for the vacant seat.

R. Manis Friedman

March 09, 2021 04:01 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Rabbi Manis Friedman joins host Ryan Wrecker for the duration of the hour to discuss numerous concepts revolving around Mental Health Awareness Month, which is taking place throughout March. For more information from Rabbi Friedman, you can visit ItsGoodToKnow.org.

Transgender Athletes & Cuomo Accuser

March 05, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

The Mississippi House has passed a bill banning transgender student-athletes from female sports. Host Ryan Wrecker discusses a new Missouri bill that would do the same. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s accuser Charlotte Bennett says she believes he was propositioning her for sex. Hear portions of her interview with CBS’ Norah O’Donnell.

Kenneth James Moore Replay

March 04, 2021 05:59 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB

President Joe Biden is urging Americans not to ditch their masks just yet. Host Ryan Wrecker takes aim at the tone of his message. Next, hear what lawmakers are now recommending when it comes to ongoing stimulus. Later, Wrecker revisits his earlier interview with Kenneth James Moore, author of “Pieces of Wood.”

Tats, Tax, CARES & Cuomo

March 04, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

A man rose over $3,500 for a friend’s funeral. The problem is, he is now refusing to give the money to the grieving family. Just wait until host Ryan Wrecker tells you what he wants to spend it on. Next, hear what actor Tim Allen said on a recent podcast regarding the government wasting tax money and his opinion on former President Donald Trump.  Later, Wrecker provides updates from KMOV regarding the millions of CARES Act dollars St. Louis County paid to out-of-state consulting firms. The m...

Mark Mix

March 04, 2021 04:09 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols have been "brothers" since they first met in 2004. The former Cardinals first baseman gave some very high praises of his little brother, saying he believes Yadi is the "greatest catcher of his time." In similar news, host Ryan Wrecker analyzes Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana’s concession that seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is the greatest QB ever. Later, Mark Mix, President of the National Right to Work Committee, breaks down the Pr...

Kenneth James Moore

March 04, 2021 03:02 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

In a video that has since been deleted from Twitter, Aldermanic President Lewis Reed requested city Treasurer Tishaura Jones' staff come back to his street and pick up the trash he says they left. Host Ryan Wrecker can relate and asks why all this waste of paper is still part of campaigning. Next, hear portions of Fox 2 News Investigative Reporter Elliott Davis’ “You Paid For It” segment shining a light on a deal by St. Louis County Executive Sam Page‘s administration for lobbyists, which wi...

Dr. Marybeth Shinn Replay

March 03, 2021 05:59 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Host Ryan Wrecker revisits his earlier interview with Dr. Marybeth Shinn, a Vanderbilt University professor and researcher on homelessness, who shares the concepts behind her book, “In the Midst of Plenty: Homelessness and What to Do About It.”

Julie Willis

March 03, 2021 05:05 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Author Julie Willis, CEO and Founder of DEFIANT Communication, discusses concepts from her book, “Conceal Reveal: The Space between Entrepreneurs and the Defense Industry,” and shares how and why the US Military is not technologically up-to-date. Next, host Ryan Wrecker plays audio from Rush Limbaugh's widow sharing details today of the private funeral held here at a St. Louis cemetery. Finally, hear the sad update regarding the 5-year-old girl injured in a car crash involving former Kansas ...

Dr. Michael Busler & Tom Sullivan

March 03, 2021 04:03 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Dr. Michael Busler, a public policy analyst, economics expert and a professor of finance at Stockton University, analyzes the rebounding economy and the cost of rising goods. Host Ryan Wrecker discusses Texas and Mississippi lifting their mask mandates, the St. Louis Archdiocese warning against taking a “morally compromised” Johnson & Johnson vaccine and the improving expectation for all American adults to be vaccinated by the end of May. Local watchdog Tom Sullivan reviews today’s County Co...

Dr. Marybeth Shinn

March 03, 2021 03:07 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Did you see Twitter’s reaction to today’s accidental tornado warning alert? Host Ryan Wrecker runs through the highlights before explaining why a recent poll placed St. Louis among Maui and Belize as the best spring break destinations for grown-ups. Next, hear what Nostradamus predicted for 2021 and why the CDC is weighing in. Dr. Marybeth Shinn, a Vanderbilt University professor and researcher on homelessness, shares concepts behind her book, “In the Midst of Plenty: Homelessness and What t...

Rich Rubino Replay

March 02, 2021 05:59 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MB

Hear how fast food drive thru’s are beginning to mimic an episode of “The Jetsons.” Next, host Ryan Wrecker revisits his earlier interview with political analyst Rich Rubino of Politi-Geek.com examining historically disputed political facts, CPAC, Congressman Banks and more.

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