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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SCOTUS Ruling, Amelia Pang, and The Memorable Call
February 08, 2021 02:15 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBThe U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on whether churches can be banned from congregating due to COVID. Ryan calls it a win for Religious Freedom. After that Ryan shars part of his interview with author Amelia Pang on the topic of Prison Labor in China. The Big Game definitely had a very memorable moment in the 4th quarter; Westwood has the best call on the action.
Biden on CBS, Pandemic By the Numbers, and Jawn Jang
February 08, 2021 01:15 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBRyan continues his breakdown of President Biden’s interview with CBS. Following that, Ryan goes over some of the latest information about the ongoing Pandemic. This week Ryan talks with Jawn Jang, who is filling in for Shane Hewitt from Canada. The two talk about the Super Bowl, the arctic blast hitting Canada, and more.
Super Bowl, Bat In the House, and Biden Speaks
February 08, 2021 00:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBDid you watch the Big Game? Ryan asks what you thought of it. Is Ryan Batman? He had to deal with a bat in in his house over the weekend; his hunt is a bat-tastrophe. Ryan takes your calls on what to do about the bat. Before the Big Game CBS aired part of an interview with President Biden, Ryan discusses what he had to say.
Lights & Memories
February 05, 2021 05:59 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBHear about the unusual story that can be found on KMOX.com regarding a woman’s Christmas lights and an anonymous note. Next, time for the newest installment of KMOX reporter Kevin Killeen’s “Whole ‘Nother Story” about his Super Bowl memories. Later, host Ryan Wrecker replays his earlier interview with health reporter, epidemiologist and author Seema Yasmin.
Students, Stimulus, Schools & Southpaws
February 05, 2021 05:01 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBChuck Schumer has called on President Joe Biden to cancel student debt. More than two-thirds of Americans support Biden’s $1.9 trillion Covid relief plan. Mitt Romney has proposed monthly payments for families with children. Michael Bloomberg and host Ryan Wrecker urge schools to reopen. Last but not least, we’re talkin’ baseball. 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/RyanWrecke...
Amelia Pang
February 05, 2021 04:10 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBAuthor Amelia Pang joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss some of the horrific stories from Uighur camp detainees as told in her book, “Made in China: A Prisoner, an SOS Letter, and the Hidden Cost of America’s Cheap Goods.” 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/
Seema Yasmin
February 05, 2021 03:23 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBSports Open Line host Kevin Wheeler sets the level of expectation regarding Cardinals acquisition Nolan Arenado. Host Ryan Wrecker throws down hot pie hot takes. Health reporter, epidemiologist and author Seema Yasmin discusses the concepts behind her book, “Viral BS: Medical Myths and Why We Fall for Them.” Plus, now hiring dogs and masks in the mail. 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.f...
John O’Connor & Andrew Blejde
February 04, 2021 05:08 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBLegal analyst and author John O’Connor joins host Ryan Wrecker to talk about current national politics, protests and censorship. Software engineer and big tech analyst Andrew Blejde explains the chaos on Wall Street and the technology driving it. 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/
Heather Dugan
February 04, 2021 04:09 - 38 minutes - 35 MBTime to hand out the “What a Joke” awards as host Ryan Wrecker has bones to pick with “U.S. Climate Czar” John Kerry and #AlexandriaOcasioSmollett. Author Heather Dugan discusses some of the concepts behind her book, “The Friendship Upgrade: Trade Clickable Connections for Friendships that Matter.” 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/
Cable & County
February 03, 2021 05:59 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIs Sean Hannity the face of a post-Trump identity crisis at Fox News? Is all of cable news in trouble? Host Ryan Wrecker and callers talk it over. Later, hear local watchdog Tom Sullivan’s earlier discussion regarding danger on the MetroLink.
MetroLink & Peter Strauss
February 03, 2021 04:10 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBShould MetroLink security be armed? Hear some of what Bi-State Development President Taulby Roach had to say, or not say, about the matter in an interview this morning with KMOX’s Charlie Brennan. Peter Strauss, a guardianship expert and Senior Partner at Pierro, Connor & Strauss, joins host Ryan Wrecker to explain the unusual conservatorship story surrounding singer Britney Spears.
Vaccines & Monkeys
February 02, 2021 06:02 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWhat is St. Louis’ priority when it comes to dishing out COVID vaccines? Host Ryan Wrecker recaps the state’s first vaccination event, which may not have gone as planned. He then revisits his earlier interview with political analyst Rich Rubino. Finally, hear how Elon Musk got to play video games.
Opening Schools
February 02, 2021 05:01 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBAs is tradition, hear KMOX reporter Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” regarding the dreary month of February. Host Ryan Wrecker explains why the Chicago mayor has ordered teachers to be in the classroom starting Monday. Is it time all schools reopen one hundred percent? Hear about the murdered Metrolink security guard that was not allowed to carry a gun. 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 Fa...
Stuart Shanker
February 02, 2021 04:01 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBHear stimulus updates from today’s White House Press Briefing and Sen. Susan Collins. Host Ryan Wrecker questions why couples making $200,000 a year should get any of the cash. Stuart Shanker, author of “RE:Framed,” discusses stress, self-regulation and how to get through bad behaviors we’ve picked up during quarantine. 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/
February Blues, Adam Korzeniewski, and Coca-Cola
February 01, 2021 02:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MBIs February really that bad? Kevin Killeen examines he month we all love to hate and Ryan shares what he has to say. Next, Ryan speaks with Adam Korzeniewski who previously worked under the Trump Administration at the Treasury and Commerce Departments. He explains why the GameStop stock story is part of a larger populist movement and how it pertains to the Biden Administration. We all have struggles during the Pandemic; one marketing agency did a study and found that Cocoa-Cola is the nu...
Kevin Killeen, Chicago Crime Program, and Shane Hewitt
February 01, 2021 01:15 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIt’s February and Ryan shares Kevin Killeen’s classic story about the month filled with Romance and Debauchery. Crime is up and in some parts of the country it is worse; Ryan discusses a program in Chicago that protects people while they pump gas. Ryan links up with Shane Hewitt of The Shift in Canada to discuss COVID restrictions in Canada, Gamestop’s stock surge, cryptocurrency, and more. Ryan rounds out the hour discussing Kevin O’Leary’s comments about Robin Hood and stock trading.
COVID Relief, Hospital Fails, and Isolation for Kids
February 01, 2021 00:15 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBRyan kicks off this week of Overnight America discussing the trending hashtag on #BidenLied on Twitter that references the 2K that was promised to his supporters. Ryan also discusses the announcement by County Executive Sam Page to extend restaurant hours to 11pm under the county’s COVID restrictions. Is your child struggling with remote learning? Ryan breaks down one mother’s heartbreak after her child committed suicide from lack of social interaction. A story out of St. Charles County...
Elaine Culotti & Adam Korzeniewski
January 31, 2021 23:37 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBElaine Culotti from the Discovery+ series "Undercover Billionaire" joins host Ryan Wrecker to talk all things entrepreneurial. Adam Korzeniewski worked in the Trump Administration at the Treasury Department and Commerce Departments. He explains why the GameStop stock story is part of a larger populist movement and how it pertains to the Biden Administration.
Waino & Tuna
January 29, 2021 06:08 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThe Cardinals have reached a one-year deal with starting pitcher Adam Wainwright. Host Ryan Wrecker reacts before moving on to stimulus updates. Hear KSDK’s report about Missouri Governor Mike Parson accusing lawmakers of using their positions to jump to the front of vaccine lines. We replay Scott Greenberger of Stateline’s earlier interview regarding the daily news service’s 2021 State of the States series. Last but not least, a fishy fast food lawsuit.
Executive Action & Ducks
January 29, 2021 05:08 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBHost Ryan Wrecker mourns the anniversary of the shuttle Challenger’s explosion and plays President Ronald Reagan’s ensuing speech. Hear a recap of President Biden’s executive actions thus far. Also, get ready for a new installment to Disney’s Mighty Ducks franchise.
Challenger & Scott Greenberger
January 29, 2021 03:14 - 40 minutes - 37 MB“The future doesn’t belong to the fainthearted; It belongs to the brave.” Hear the rest of President Ronald Reagan’s speech that followed the explosion of the shuttle Challenger, which occurred 34 years ago today. Scott Greenberger, executive editor of Stateline, joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss The Pew Charitable Trusts daily news service’s 2021 State of the States series.
Dr. Wayne Pernell & Sen. Hawley Reaction
January 28, 2021 05:10 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBHigh Performance Leadership Adviser and best-selling author Dr. Wayne Pernell explains what a “mindset tune-up” is and describes how important it is to stay motivated and compassionate when there is so much negativity in the world. Host Ryan Wrecker recaps KMOV’s story about how COVID-19 restrictions have created a headache for a couple wanting to evict a registered sex offender. United States Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) joined KMOX’s “The Mark Reardon Show” this afternoon. Hear clips from th...
Mark O’Brien & Gary Waters
January 28, 2021 04:04 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBLocal author Mark O’Brien joins host Ryan Wrecker to talk about his new book, “Have Pool Cue Will Travel: The Incomparable "St. Louie Louie" Roberts.” Former college basketball coach Gary Waters shares the concept behind his new book, “Ten Principles of a Character Coach.”
James Royal & Patrick M. Wood
January 28, 2021 03:06 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBUnited States Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) joined KMOX’s “The Mark Reardon Show” this afternoon. Host Ryan Wrecker opens tonight’s show with some of the highlights. Bankrate analyst James Royal explains the short squeeze that’s going on with GameStop and AMC stocks, including Reddit’s role in the fluctuations. Patrick M. Wood, founder and Director of Citizens for Free Speech, discusses the worry over social media’s unchecked power.
Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer
January 27, 2021 06:03 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBLt. Col. Tony Shaffer, Senior Fellow and President of the London Center for Policy Research, joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss his book “Operation Dark Heart” and international cohesiveness. Ryan also examines Harry Enten’s commentary on Republican polling numbers. 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/
Dave Glover & Bigfoot
January 27, 2021 05:06 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBRadio talk show host Dave Glover from the Dave Glover Show on KFTK joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss an Oklahoma lawmaker’s proposal to establish a Bigfoot hunting season. Also, hear about the Missouri bill that would allow for deadly force against demonstrators. 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/
Rand Paul, Bigfoot Hunting, and Kevin Killeen
January 27, 2021 01:45 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBHear what Senator Rand Paul has to say about the impeachment and why host Ryan Wrecker is backing him. Radio talk show host Dave Glover from the Dave Glover Show on KFTK joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss an Oklahoma lawmaker’s proposal to establish a Bigfoot hunting season. Rounding out the hour, Ryan shares Kevin Killeen’s latest Whole ‘Nother Story.
Brad Young & Gregg Henson
January 26, 2021 05:01 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBLocal attorney and KMOX legal analyst Brad Young of Harris Dowell Fisher & Young joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss the Supreme Court ending former President Donald Trump’s emolument lawsuits. Gregg Henson, former Detroit talk show host and current program director of our sister station in Richmond, VA, sheds light on the crimes and commutation of former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.
Peter Gentala, Lisa Haba & Lt. Col. Tim Wilson
January 26, 2021 04:02 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBPeter Gentala, senior legal counsel for the National Center on Sexual Exploitation Law Center, and Lisa Haba, partner at the Haba Law Firm, join host Ryan Wrecker to discuss their lawsuit against Twitter for allegations of knowingly distributing a 13-year-old’s sexually graphic videos taken under duress by sex traffickers and subsequent refusal to remove the content. Later, Lt. Col. Tim Wilson, who was with Ops and Intelligence during the Cold War as a British Officer, shares how to survive ...
Amazon Requests Postponing Union Vote, Public Safety Vaccination, and Johnny Rabbit Speaks
January 25, 2021 02:15 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBAre you confident in Mail-IN Voting? Amazon is attempting to delay a unionization vote at one of their warehouses to allow mail-in voting because of COVID. Ryan explains why there should be skepticism in this process. Following that, Ryan shares KTVI’s Elliot Davis’s story on Saint Louis City First Responders receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine. Following that, Ryan links up with Johnny Rabbit to find out what he is up to despite the pandemic keeping him off air. As the hour winds down, Ryan...
Larry King Passes, Skipping Social Media, and Shane Hewitt
January 25, 2021 01:30 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOver the weekend legendary broadcaster Larry King passed away; Ryan recounts King’s life. Would you stay on social media if you didn’t have to be for work? Ryan says he likely would not and shares a couple stories that explain why. As the hour rolls along, Ryan links up with Shane Hewitt in Canada. The two discuss political differences between both countries, and more.
Life in Quarantine, Johnny Rabbit, and Biden Policy Changes
January 25, 2021 00:30 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIt is a new week here on Overnight America and host Ryan Wrecker opens the week discussing life in Quarantine. This week, Ryan invests in a new coffee maker and discovers that Ghostbusters cereal is being rereleased. Next, Ryan catches up with fellow KMOX-er Johnny Rabbit to find out what has been up to during the Pandemic. Following that, Ryan tackles a changes from the Biden administration that include increased cost of life saving insulin, and a push for a Federal Minimum wage of $15/...
Big Foot & Work Culture
January 22, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBA House Representative from Oklahoma has introduced a bill to create Bigfoot hunting season. Host Ryan Wrecker examines the proposal before explaining how Silicon Valley has ruined work culture. Hear why Joe Exotic claims President Trump failed to pardon him. We also re-air Charlie Brennan’s 1995 interview with legendary radio disc jockey Wolfman Jack and Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story.”
Dr. Augusto Lopez-Claros
January 22, 2021 05:08 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBDr. Augusto Lopez-Claros, International Economist for the World Bank and author of "Global Governance," joins host Ryan Wrecker for the full hour to provide ambitious but reasonable proposals for effective international governance.
Caleb Kruckenberg & Dr. Dilip Jeste
January 22, 2021 04:04 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBCaleb Kruckenberg, Litigation Counsel for the New Civil Liberties Alliance, joins host Ryan Wrecker to analyze the power of the CDC and the potential for dangerous overreach. Dr. Dilip Jeste, author of “Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good,” shares his insight on the exploration of the neurobiology and the psychology of wisdom. Ryan also discusses KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano’s story about a local 6-year-old NHL goal horn savant. If you like what...
Masks & Jacks
January 22, 2021 03:07 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBPresident Joe Biden and White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki show and state why it’s OK to disobey a mask mandate. Host Ryan Wrecker plays legendary radio disc jockey Wolfman Jack’s 1995 interview with KMOX’s Charlie Brennan in honor of what would be his 83rd birth day. Finally, hear Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” about a local boy from North County who instinctively saved his 22-month-old brother’s life.
Checks & Wrecks
January 21, 2021 05:59 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHow long will it take President Joe Biden to send out another round of stimulus checks? Host Ryan analyzes the issue before discussing why some Missourians have been asked to give back COVID-related payments. He also explains why he thinks shutting down outdoor dining contributed to California's COVID-19 surge. Later, Ryan sifts through tonight’s local news about an innocent St. Louis motorist killed in a hit-and-run amid an adjacent police pursuit.
Brad Young & Daniel Turner
January 21, 2021 04:01 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBKMOX legal analyst Brad Young of Harris Dowell Fisher & Young joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss the role of the courts moving forward, the most important Senator and Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner’s newest rejected appeal. Daniel Turner, founder and Executive Director of Power the Future, outlines the big mistake President Joe Biden is making by canceling the Keystone Pipeline. Ryan also discusses some of former President Trump’s final pardons and downtown St. Louis’ cowardly catalytic conver...
Inauguration Day
January 21, 2021 03:01 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBToday, Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. Host Ryan Wrecker analyzes his speech, points out obscure observations from the day’s coverage and takes calls on the matter. He also shares an interesting part of history centered on a nuclear football. 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/
What Would You Tell Pres. Trump?
January 20, 2021 05:59 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBHost Ryan Wrecker continues to takes calls regarding what listener’s would like to say to President Trump as he prepares to leave the White House. We then replay both Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” regarding tomorrow’s Inauguration and our earlier interview with local watchdog Tom Sullivan.
President Trump’s Farewell Address
January 20, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBHear President Donald Trump’s full farewell address from earlier today. Host Ryan Wrecker then takes calls regarding what listener’s would like to say to Trump as he prepares to leave the White House. 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/
Susan Burrowes & David Dozier
January 20, 2021 04:01 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBSusan Burrowes, author of “Off the Rails: One Family’s Journey through Teen Addiction,” joins host Ryan Wrecker to discuss her award-winning memoir about her daughter’s decline and subsequent treatment. David Dozier, scholar of public relations and communication management and professor emeritus in the School of Journalism and Media Studies at San Diego State University, examines how fake news has become an American phenomenon. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120A...
Farewell 45 & Tom Sullivan
January 20, 2021 02:59 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBTonight is President Donald Trump’s final night as Commander in Chief. Host Ryan Wrecker reflects on his accomplishments and takes callers’ opinions on his term in the White House. Local watchdog Tom Sullivan discusses tonight’s St. Louis County Council meeting and provides the latest with the battle for the chair. Hear Kevin Killeen’s newest “Whole ‘Nother Story” regarding Inauguration Day. If you like what you hear, we're live weeknights on KMOX 1120AM. We welcome your calls at 800-925-1...
Vaccine Tiers, Rich Rubino, Kevin Killeen
January 19, 2021 06:20 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBFirst up, host Ryan Wrecker discusses the various vaccine tiers and whether or not you are eligible. Rich Rubino visits the show. Ryan and Rich talk about a wild scenario in office, inauguration, and the transition of power. Lastly, Ryan plays the latest Whole ‘Nother Story from Kevin Killeen.
Listener Calls, Trump’s Executive Order
January 19, 2021 05:09 - 40 minutes - 37 MBHost Ryan Wrecker takes your calls on Trump leaving office, voting, and the latest in politics. Lastly, Ryan previews an executive order from President Trump requesting an ‘American Heroes’ Statue Garden with 244 names. 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/
Phillip Goodrich, Inauguration History, Day One Executive Orders
January 19, 2021 04:08 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBThe first two segments are with historian Phillip Goodrich. Should President Trump attend inauguration? Up next, host Ryan Wrecker goes over Joe Biden’s day one executive orders and then takes a listener call before the top of the hour. 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/
Merger, Rich Rubino, and Local Woman at Capitol Riot
January 19, 2021 03:08 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBHost Ryan Wrecker starts the show discussing local crime and a solution that gets brought up once in a while. Rich Rubino visits the show. Ryan and Rich talk about a wild scenario in office, inauguration, and the transition of power. Lastly, Ryan has a story on a Sullivan woman charged in the Capitol riot. 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/
Vaccines In School, and It's Like It Was Yesterday
January 19, 2021 01:45 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBRyan opens this hour with your calls on receiving vaccines in elementary school similar to eye and hearing exams. Ryan discusses how your memory allows you to feel like things from 20 years ago just happened.
Foreign Payments, Shane Hewitt, and Vaccine Rollout
January 18, 2021 01:30 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBDid foreign governments have any involvement in the attack on the U.S. Capital? Ryan says the FBI thinks it might have happened and he shares some of the details. Ryan joins Shane Hewitt in Canada for their weekly simulcast. The duo discuss the Keystone XL Pipeline, President Trump refusing to go to the Inauguration, and more.
Too Much News, Chinese Ice Cream, and 90's Music
January 18, 2021 00:45 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBThere is so much going on this week and Ryan says it’s hard to catch up as another week starts on Overnight America. Following that, Ryan wonders why are we importing ice cream from China after there are reports of Coronavirus coming with Chinese ice cream. Can you believe that 1996 was 25 years ago? Ryan says it’s all irrelevant when you think about music that came out then and it feels like it was yesterday. Ryan winds down the hour with Kevin Killeen’s latest Whole ‘Nother Story.