Overnight America
1,312 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsEvery weeknight we take your calls on the issues of the day and visit guests
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Travel, Greitens & Golden Globes
March 02, 2021 05:14 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBHost Ryan Wrecker has some travel stories that are out of this world… well, at least one of them. Hear what happened at Heathrow Airport in London and what is set to be built in space in 2025. In other news, would you consider once again voting for former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens, who is evaluating his political future regarding the U.S. Senate? Finally, hear about the Golden Globes’ low ratings and botched diversity scandal. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120...
Julio Gonzalez
March 02, 2021 04:02 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBFebruary is over and no one is happier about it than our own Kevin Killeen. Hear his newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” as proof. Host Ryan Wrecker provides updates on a potential third round of stimulus checks, minimum wage hikes and Governor Cuomo accusations. Julio Gonzalez, CEO and Founder of Engineered Tax Services, Inc., explains what New York is looking for in former President Trump’s tax returns. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 80...
Sarah Klein
March 01, 2021 04:30 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBRyan reminisces about some of the things that Rush Limbaugh made famous. Following that Ryan revisited his interview with Sarah Klein, the first victim of former Olympic gymnastics coach Larry Nassar.
COVID Relief Challenge, Rush Limbuagh Time Slot, and Shane Hewitt
March 01, 2021 01:15 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBJohnson & Johnson has received emergency use authorization on their COID-19 Vaccination and Ryan breaks down what a court had to say about the eviction moratorium. Following that Ryan speculates about how listeners will react to new programming following the death of Rush Limbaugh. Next, Ryan links up with Shane Hewitt for their weekly simulcast and the duo discuss teens learning to drive, how to eat different types of potatoes, and the Golden Globes.
STL Weather, Spring Training, and CPAC
March 01, 2021 00:30 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBThe weather has gotten so nice in the last few days and Ryan took advantage to do some yard work. Ryan shares what he did and how much he misses the beautiful weather. Following that, Ryan discusses the beginning of Spring Training for the Cardinals. The late Rush Limbaugh was laid to rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery in Saint Louis and this led Ryan to talking with Johnny Rabbit about other notables laid to rest here. Ryan then recaps how CPAC went over the weekend after President Trump sp...
Margaret Coker Replay
February 26, 2021 05:59 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBHost Ryan Wrecker revisits his earlier interview with Margaret Coker, author of “The Spymaster of Baghdad: A True Story of Bravery, Family & Patriotism in the Battle against ISIS.” He also re-airs Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ’Nother Story” recapping his war with house mice.
Potatoes & Blowfish
February 26, 2021 05:12 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBHear why Sen. Rand Paul was slammed by some after Dr. Rachel Levine’s confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill. And did you hear about the gender neutral potato heads? Later, callers share Jack Buck memories with host Ryan Wrecker. And finally, hear music artist Post Malone’s cover of a classic Hootie and the Blowfish song.
David Morgan
February 26, 2021 04:12 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBGov. Andrew Cuomo is at it again. First the nursing home debacle, then the sexual harassment claims and now he jokes about anatomy during a vaccination tour. By the way, the U.S. bombed a country today. Isn’t this what Democrats feared President Trump would do? Precious metals expert David Morgan, author of “The Silver Manifesto,” joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss the Federal Reserve and the future of legal tender. Finally, Ryan gets news regarding Rush Limbaugh’s burial.
Margaret Coker
February 26, 2021 03:12 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBBaseball is just around the corner and who better to get you ready than the legendary Jack Buck. Host Ryan Wrecker has gone into the KMOX archives to bring you the Baseball Hall of Fame broadcaster’s “Spring in the Air” and some other interesting Cardinals promotions. Next, author Margaret Coker discusses her book, “The Spymaster of Baghdad: A True Story of Bravery, Family & Patriotism in the Battle against ISIS.” Later, hear Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ’Nother Story” documenting Mouse War...
Crystal Abidin and internet culture
February 25, 2021 06:22 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBRyan replays his amazing and informative interview with Crystal Abidin, Associate Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University in Australia, author of Mediated Interfaces: The Body on Social Media, on the rise of the influencer and anti-influencer.
Vaccines and Cuomo
February 25, 2021 06:21 - 39 minutes - 36 MBRyan talks upcoming vaccines for the St. Louis area, the most likely time things will return to normal, and some more Gov. Cuomo news.
Neil Daswani, Tom Sullivan
February 25, 2021 06:19 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBRyan speaks with Neil Daswani, Co-Director of Stanford University’s Advanced Security Certification Program and author of the highly anticipated forthcoming book, Big Breaches: Cybersecurity Lessons for Everyone, and Tom Sullivan, local watchdog, on $6M fund for the Powerplex, as well as his recent cameo on You Paid For It.
Crystal Abidin
February 25, 2021 03:13 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBHost Ryan Wrecker discusses updates in the McCloskey case and covers wasteful spending in the Biden Administration’s $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill. Next, Crystal Abidin, Associate Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University in Australia and author of “Mediated Interfaces: The Body on Social Media, on the rise of the influencer and anti-influencer,” discusses the modern social media influencer.
Salaries, Scams & Parsons Replay
February 24, 2021 06:01 - 38 minutes - 35 MBInvestigative Reporter Elliot Davis of Fox 2 News has released another amazing story revealing six-figure salaries and high-priced offices at the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership. Host Ryan Wrecker has some clips. In other news, a woman was scammed out of $340,000 in wire transfers. Should your bank have an obligation to step in when transaction amounts are that high? Ryan replays his earlier interview with WJR Radio producer Mike Parsons, who tells the saga of the lost dog in the ...
Blame the Game
February 24, 2021 05:15 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIllinois Rep. Marcus Evans Jr. introduced a bill on Friday to ban the sale of video games depicting "psychological harm." Host Ryan Wrecker asks if video games are really the problem here. Later, hear about the lawmakers calling for cable news restrictions. 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/
Sarah Klein & Adam Weiss
February 24, 2021 04:21 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBSarah Klein is a former gymnast and the first known victim of Larry Nassar. She is now an attorney and joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss her focus on representing victims of sexual abuse. Media and political strategist Adam Weiss, CEO of AMW PR, examines the level of hard journalism during the Biden administration. 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/
Grouchy Grocer & WJR’s Mike Parsons
February 24, 2021 03:01 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBToday, host Ryan Wrecker went grocery shopping and came away with an opening segment. Hear why he is (jokingly) calling out a nice elderly woman! Next, he provides updates on a bill that would create new protections for police and increased penalties for Missouri protesters. Later, WJR Radio producer Mike Parsons tells the saga of the lost dog in the Detroit River. Finally, hear what most Americans voted as the best years of their lives. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on ...
Schools & Stimulus
February 23, 2021 05:02 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBA Missouri health director says there is no plan to move teachers to the front of the vaccine line. Host Ryan Wrecker asks if teachers should get treated as equals with the elderly as we push for more kids in the classroom. He also discusses an LA County protest against the school lockdowns, unnecessary items stuffed inside the House Democrats' $1.9-trillion stimulus bill and Dr. Fauci’s warning that masks may be encouraged into 2022.
Brad Young & Ryan Wiggins
February 23, 2021 04:13 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBKMOX legal analyst Brad Young of the law firm Harris, Dowell Fisher & Young explains the blow the Supreme Court dealt former President Donald Trump in regards to his tax returns. Host Ryan Wrecker examines the “Valentine Sally” story from Arizona involving a St. Louis County woman. Producer and author Ryan Wiggins from our sister station KFTK News Talk 97.1FM discusses his new book, “The Life Of Human,” with a very special guest book reviewer, Ryan's wife Melissa.
The Muppets, Woody Allen & Jawn Jang
February 22, 2021 07:30 - 37 minutes - 34 MBSome people are saying the Muppets are racist, but host Ryan Wrecker says people are just trying to take away everything you enjoy. Ryan also goes over news accusations against Hollywood Director Woody Allen. Ryan links up with Jaw Jang on The Shift in Canada to discuss the weather, surviving extreme situations with SPAM, the Mars Rover Perseverance Landing and more. After the city made adjustments to downtown streets to combat cruising and street racing, the racers moved elsewhere and now a...
Biden Dementia, David Brown, and Obituaries
February 22, 2021 02:15 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBDid Democrats hide that Biden has Dementia? Ryan shares what Sky News Australia had to say about it and gives perspective on why it matters. Following that, Ryan revisits his conversation with author David Brown about the latest rover to land on Mars. This morning Kevin Killen talks obituaries on his Best of A Whole ‘Nother Story.
Everything is Bigger in Texas
February 22, 2021 00:15 - 40 minutes - 37 MBTexas has found themselves in quite a pickle when severe winter weather knocked most of their electric grid offline. Ryan shares some of the shocking details of what happened to customers of Griddy. The Texas storm was not only full of sorrow, some rose to the challenge and Ryan has details. Inspired by a story of a delivery driver who got stuck for 5 days; Ryan closes out the hour with a story of how he thought he would get kidnapped.
MG Mari Eder
February 19, 2021 05:59 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBMajor General Mari Eder joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss her new book, “American Cyberscape: Trials and the Path to Trust.” Ryan also discusses Joe Buck’s Ladue home that’s now up for sale.
David W. Brown
February 19, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBJournalist David W. Brown, author of “The Mission,” joins host Ryan Wrecker for the majority of the hour to enlighten us with the details behind the Perseverance mission to Mars. Ryan also airs Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” about car washing. 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/
Steve Berry
February 19, 2021 03:01 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBYou’ll never guess what New York Assemblyman Ron Kim says fellow Democratic NY Governor Andrew Cuomo told him in regards to the handling of nursing homes amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Later, New York Times bestselling thriller author Steve Berry previews the upcoming St. Louis Public Library virtual event for his new book, “The Kaiser’s Web.” 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...
Tom Sullivan & David Rubin
February 18, 2021 05:58 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBLocal watchdog Tom Sullivan joins host Ryan Wrecker to examine St. Louis County politics and more proposed wasteful spending. David Rubin, former Mayor of Shiloh, Israel discusses the new relationship between the United States and Israel.
Aidan & Maxwell Resnick
February 18, 2021 05:01 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBAuthors Aidan and Maxwell Resnick join host Ryan Wrecker to discuss their new book, “The Stats Game: A Deep Dive into Sports Analytics in the Modern Era.” Ryan also pays more respects to late radio host Rush Limbaugh and discusses the Biden Administration’s coronavirus spending bill. 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/
Jared Knott
February 18, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBAuthor Jared Knott joins host Ryan Wrecker for the duration of the hour to expound upon his new book, “Tiny Blunders, Big Disasters: Thirty-Nine Tiny Mistakes That Changed the World Forever.” 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/
Remembering Rush Limbaugh
February 18, 2021 03:04 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBHost Ryan Wrecker honors the late radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh, who has now passed away from complications of lung cancer at the age of 70. Hear comments from his wife Kathryn and reaction from various Missouri lawmakers. Ryan also re-airs Rush’s thoughts on former KMOX Hall of Fame broadcaster Jack Buck from the early 1990’s and a clip from earlier this year in which Limbaugh addressed his ailment. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your call...
Tom Gresham
February 17, 2021 07:17 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBTennessee lawmakers are proposing a bill that would let biological fathers stop abortions Host Ryan Wrecker asks if father should have a say. Next, let’s talk political updates and pizza toppings. Tom Gresham, spokesman for the 2nd Amendment Foundation and host of 'Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk, discusses the recent news of President Biden taking on gun rights.
John Brown
February 17, 2021 06:04 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBWe thought we were running a clean show, but host Ryan Wrecker has a good story about trash. Fox 2 news anchor John Brown discusses his new book, “100 Things to do in Missouri before You Die.” Hear how long a Kansas City energy company’s controlled outage left its customers cold. And Kevin Killeen has a new “Whole ‘Nother Story” on this year’s quiet Mardi Gras.
Schools, Power & Car Thieves
February 17, 2021 05:13 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBSome Missouri schools are facing difficult times staying under their allotted Alternative Methods of Instruction days and will soon have to resort to snow days. Host Ryan Wrecker explains the scenario before critiquing New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s mismanagement during the pandemic. Next, hear an update on the potential rolling blackouts and ways to help conserve energy. Finally, Ryan shares a couple of extremely dangerous car stories.
Brad Young, Gorilla Glue and guns.
February 16, 2021 05:25 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBBrad Young, partner at Harris, Dowell, Fisher & Young, comments on two different lawsuits making the news – one with Gorilla Glue and another with Smith & Wesson. We also talk about the tone change with the media to selectively turn a blind to stories coming out of the Biden White House, endless impeachments, and the defund the police movement backfiring. 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...
Rich Rubino talks Presidents Day
February 16, 2021 03:05 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBRich Rubino, author of American Politics on the Rocks, talks fun facts and interesting stories about former Presidents.
Impeachment Trial and WNS
February 15, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this hour Ryan talks about the Impeachment Trial that took place on Friday. Plus, a WNS!
Jan Jacobi, Nelly’s Old House
February 15, 2021 02:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBWith it being President’s Day, Ryan replays an interview from earlier this week with author Jan Jacobi talking about his upcoming book “Lincoln in Springfield.” Finally, Wrecker talks about Nelly’s former Wildwood mansion is on the market but needs some work.
AccuWeather, The Shift
February 15, 2021 01:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBHost Ryan Wrecker is joined by AccuWeather Matt Rinde discussing this frigid cold when what to expect from the snow. Shane Hewitt joins Wrecker from Canada for The Shift talking Valentine’s Day, funeral home van getting stolen and cold weather.
Friday Calls
February 12, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBCallers drive the show in the last hour of the week with topics ranging from merit-based society to the impeachment trial, astronomy and more.
Patrick Clark
February 12, 2021 05:01 - 36 minutes - 33 MBKPLR reporter Patrick Clark sticks around to continue discussing his latest installment of “Presidential Libraries, Museums & More” just before President’s Day. Host Ryan Wrecker also discusses Governor Parson’s critique of Dr. Alex Garza and the San Francisco school board that stripped a high school over its merit-based admissions system.
Trin Garritano & Patrick Clark
February 12, 2021 04:04 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBTrin Garritano, co-author of, “Friendshipping: The Art of Finding Friends, Being Friends, and Keeping Friends,” discusses optimizing relationships with your peers. KPLR reporter Patrick Clark joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss his latest installment of “Presidential Libraries, Museums & More” just before President’s Day.
Love Some Bodies
February 12, 2021 03:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBDo you buy your kids Valentine’s Day gifts, or is it just for couples? Host Ryan Wrecker talks Cupid’s holiday tradition. Did you hear about the vehicle stolen in St. Louis with a dead body inside? Well, one time Ryan transported a dead body in a minivan. He also shares how General Motors is hoping to help its employees and Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” on cold winter days.
Matt Muren
February 11, 2021 06:07 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBSt. Louis Realtors Association President Matt Muren discusses the area’s housing landscape and future trends. Host Ryan Wrecker also talks 3D houses, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees and Bruce Springsteen’s latest arrest.
Donalds & Diapers
February 11, 2021 05:28 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this abbreviated hour, host Ryan Wrecker airs Florids Rep. Byron Donalds’ viral first speech on the Floor, updates us on radio personality Rush Limbaugh’s battle with lung cancer and shares a gruesome story involving dirty diapers in Manhattan.
NBA Anthem, What Liberals Think, and President's Day
February 11, 2021 01:15 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn an effort to avoid controversy over the National Anthem, One NBA team axed the song. Ryan shares how the NBA is cracking down on the decision. Next, Ryan shares “What Liberals Think All Conservatives Are Like” from Awaken with JP. Why is St. Louis dealing with a delay in receiving the COVID vaccine? Ryan breaks down what the State of Missouri says is the cause. With President’s Day right around the corner, Ryan shares a Jack Carney tribute from the KMOX Archive. As the hour wraps up,...
Not So Super, Somers & Sullivan
February 10, 2021 06:09 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBThis year’s Super Bowl posted the worst viewer ratings since 2007. Was there really a Scientology ad? Why do people do dumb things for on-line views? Hear about the Gorilla Glue hairdo, Suzanne Somers’ home intruder and more. Host Ryan Wrecker also revisits his earlier interview with local watchdog Tom Sullivan regarding Bi-State Transit and the MetroLink.
Jan Jacobi
February 10, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBLocal author Jan Jacobi joins host Ryan Wrecker for the duration of the hour to discuss his upcoming book “Lincoln in Springfield” just ahead of President’s Day. 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/
COVID Convo
February 10, 2021 04:02 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBHost Ryan Wrecker discusses Missouri's new COVID-19 Vaccine Navigator, St. Louis County easing restrictions for bars and restaurants, President Joe Biden’s plan for reopening schools and the potential for mandatory summer school. Later, he talks about the story of Alex Kearns, who committed suicide thinking he owed hundreds of thousands for stock market losses on the Robinhood app. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1120. Like...
MetroLink & Rubino
February 09, 2021 05:59 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBHost Ryan Wrecker provides updates on the public push to arm contracted security guards of the MetroLink. Next, he replays his earlier interview with political analyst Rich Rubino.
Salih Hudayar
February 09, 2021 04:59 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBSalih Hudayar, Prime Minister for the East Turkistan Government in Exile, joins host Ryan Wrecker to speak out about the crimes against Uyghur and other Turkic women. Later, Ryan critiques White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki’s answers regarding potential Keystone pipeline job loss. 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/
Samuel W. Mitcham
February 09, 2021 04:08 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBAuthor Samuel W. Mitcham joins host Ryan Wrecker for the duration of the hour to discuss his book, “The Death of Hitler’s War Machine: The Final Destruction of the Wehrmacht.” 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/