President Trump and his administration are working to negotiate several international disputes, making it the perfect time to speak with Marine Corps Colonel William "Burner" Dunn, a military attack helicopter pilot and president of Strategic Resilience Group LLC.

As Tucson faces a primary election on August 5th, city council candidate Janet "JL" Wittenbraker brings a message of urgency about the need for new leadership.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne joined Winn Tucson to discuss several pressing education issues affecting Arizona schools. As a former colleague of host Kathleen Winn, Horne addressed concerns about federal funding, ESA programs, and the ongoing battle against DEI in Arizona schools.

Scott Mussi from the Arizona Free Enterprise Club joined the program to discuss ongoing concerns about DEI programs in Arizona schools despite federal directives to eliminate them.

Jay Tolkoff, Republican candidate for Tucson City Council in Ward 6, joined the program to discuss his candidacy and vision for improving Tucson. Running unopposed in the Republican primary, Tolkoff shared his concerns about the city's direction and priorities.

Jeff Davis joined the program to discuss an upcoming nationwide bus tour promoting the "Only Citizens Vote" initiative, which aims to ensure that only U.S. citizens can vote in elections.

Congressman Andy Biggs brings extensive experience to his gubernatorial campaign, having served eight years in the Arizona House and six years in the Senate, including four years as Senate President. During his time in the legislature, Biggs was instrumental in writing the state budget and served as majority leader in the Senate.

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has established a dangerous monopoly over rare earth minerals, producing 92% of the world's supply. These minerals are essential for electronics, technology, and defense systems.

America is facing a disturbing trend: police officers becoming "target practice for the insane and evil," with 50 officers already killed in the line of duty this year. National Police Association spokesperson Betsy Smith revealed these alarming statistics during Tuesday's "Smith and Winn" segment, highlighting that 24 of these deaths were from gunfire, with 14 police canine dogs also killed while serving.

Looking ahead to upcoming city council elections, the hosts encouraged voters to consider candidates who prioritize public safety and effective solutions to homelessness.

Joel Strabala, chairman of LD 17 for the Republicans and member of the Pima County Election Integrity Commission, discusses ballot issues for the upcoming primary.

Grant Krueger promots an upcoming candidate event at St. Philips Plaza on Thursday at 5:00 PM, featuring congressional candidate Andy Biggs and Warren Peterson, who is running for attorney general.

State Representative Alex Kolodin from LD3, who is running for Secretary of State, joined the program to discuss these ongoing election integrity issues. As a committed reformer, Kolodin has been a persistent critic of current Secretary of State Adrian Fontes.

Joel Strabala, chairman of LD17, joined to discuss the ballot errors affecting the Tucson city council elections. Nearly 1,300 voters in Tucson received ballots with the wrong political party designations for the primary elections in Wards 3, 5, and 6. According to officials, "the error stem from an override needed to manage data for three overlapping elections."

John Gordon, host of the syndicated radio show "The Truth with John Gordon" and former candidate for Georgia Attorney General, discussed recent developments regarding accountability for intelligence community abuses.

Yesterday brought sad news as wrestling legend Hulk Hogan passed away from cardiac arrest at age 71.

Joining the show today is retired General Steven Mundt to reflect on Hogan's impact. Both Kathleen and Steve witnessed Hogan's powerful speech at the Republican National Convention in July 2024, a moment that showcased his authentic patriotism and love for America.

Brian Reisinger, author of "Land Rich Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer," joins the show to discuss the challenges facing American agriculture.

This week's China Watch segment falls on Thursday instead of its usual Wednesday slot, but the timing couldn't be more fortuitous given recent developments. Alongside co-host Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, we're examining major headlines that validate what we've been reporting for months.

Master Sergeant Jack Dona (retired) joined to discuss recent revelations about government surveillance of the Trump campaign and administration. With 30 years of experience in the intelligence community, including work at the NSA as an electronic warfare expert, Dona brings unique insight to these developments.

The fight for parental rights has found new momentum in Washington D.C., where a coalition of organizations including Moms for America, Moms for Liberty, and newly formed advocacy groups are demanding accountability for COVID-era targeting of parents.

The fight for justice extends beyond parental rights to confronting one of humanity's most horrific crimes. Britney Higgs exemplifies the kind of radical commitment required to address human trafficking - walking 580 miles from Montana to Denver with a baby goat named Freedom to raise awareness and funds for survivor recovery.

The heartbreaking story of Paul Clifford demonstrates a disturbing pattern in Pima County's criminal justice system.

The deadly consequences of failed border policies were highlighted by a recent incident in New York City. An off-duty Border Patrol agent was shot in the face while in Manhattan's Fort Washington Park with his date.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes exemplifies another troubling pattern in the state's leadership.

Attorney Keith Gross, author of "Dirt Roads to Runways: Defending the American Dream for the Next Generation," offers perspective on restoring constitutional governance.

Jason Rockwell, retired sergeant from the Pima County Sheriff's Department, joined the show to discuss the recent tragedy in Los Angeles where three sheriff's deputies were killed in an explosion.

Joel Strabala provided an update on the Congressional District 7 special election. He and other election officials recently participated in the Hand Count audit required by state law after each election.

Laurie Moore joined the discussion to talk about education issues in Tucson. According to a report from KGUN, Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is facing financial challenges as approximately 4,000 students have used vouchers to attend private schools or homeschool instead of TUSD.

The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) in Tucson faces a crisis that exemplifies government accountability failure on a massive scale. After nearly 20 years of collecting sales taxes from Pima County residents, the city of Tucson has failed to complete its promised infrastructure projects, leaving taxpayers holding the bag for hundreds of millions in cost overruns.

The average American scrolling through social media has no idea that the political ads they encounter might be funded by billionaires whose names never appear on the content.

Three Los Angeles County Sheriff's bomb squad officers lost their lives Friday morning in an explosion at a training facility, highlighting the inherent dangers faced by law enforcement personnel even during routine preparation activities.

The recently signed "Big Beautiful Bill" represents a landmark victory for small businesses across America. According to Chad Heinrich, NFIB State Director for Arizona, this legislation delivers the most significant win for small businesses since the 2017 tax cuts.

Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, highlighted a recent case that has received surprisingly little media attention. A man named Vance Boltear, who had been appointed by Governor Tim Walz to a bipartisan board in Minnesota, murdered the Speaker of the House in Minnesota and her husband, then shot another legislator and his wife (who survived).

Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China highlighted several critical developments that demand America's attention. "In the past two months, America has not paid enough attention to what's happening in that part of the world," Chen warned, referring to what she called the "axis of nations" – primarily China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran, with extensions to countries like Pakistan, Turkey, Brazil, and Venezuela.

Following the Republican primary victory in Arizona's Congressional District 7 special election, Daniel Butierez emerged as the GOP nominee who will face Democrat Adelita Grijalva in the upcoming general election.

Political analyst Rick Shaftan provided insights into the surprising New York City mayoral race, where TikTok phenomenon Zohran Mamdani has emerged as a frontrunner following his Democratic primary victory.

Border security remains a dominant issue in the CD7 race, with the district containing all three of Arizona's ports of entry. The conversation with Steve Mundt, a retired Army general from Virginia, highlighted how the district's border challenges impact economic opportunity and community safety.

Florida Republican Representative Maria Alvera Salazar's reintroduction of her Dignity Act became a focal point of discussion with Lori Moore, an advocate against illegal immigration. The proposed legislation aims to update the U.S. legal immigration framework and address the illegal immigration crisis.

Gregory Wrightstone, a geologist and executive director of the CO2 Coalition, joined the program to discuss what he characterizes as misinformation surrounding climate change.

Election Specialist Joel Strabala, chairman of LD 17, provides the stark reality: Out of 266,000 registered voters in Pima County, 132,000 early ballots were distributed. As of Friday's close of business, only 45,000 early ballots had been returned - approximately 34% of those sent out, representing just 17% of total registered voters.

Representative Rachel Keschel's complaint against Lucha (Living United for Change in Arizona) highlights ongoing concerns about election integrity and campaign finance compliance.

Rodney Glassman's campaign for Attorney General emphasizes law enforcement support, election integrity, and government accountability.

Defining what is a Communist? A Fascist? A Nazi!?

Arizona Attorney General Chris Mayes attacking ICE agents for wearing masks during operations. As former specialized officers in narcotics and SWAT, we know masks were standard operational equipment depending on the situation. When conducting search warrants, officers do everything possible to hide their identities for protection.

We've had two separate ambushes on Border Patrol agents this week in Texas where they had to use deadly force. Yesterday, a man was arrested in Harris County, Texas, for chasing down and crashing into an ICE vehicle attempting to kill the agents inside.

Douglas Mackey, the man sentenced to seven months in federal prison for posting a Hillary Clinton-themed meme in 2016—there's nothing more fascist than taking someone who posts an obviously sarcastic meme and putting them in prison, or taking someone praying outside an abortion clinic and putting them in prison.

The media's ability to control narratives rather than report actual events has become increasingly problematic, especially in Southern Arizona. Instead of providing balanced coverage, many outlets deliberately slant stories to fit predetermined narratives. This was evident in the recent politicization of weather tragedies in Texas and Curveville, where some media outlets rushed to blame the Trump administration despite evidence showing the National Weather Service was actually overstaffed, not understaffed.

Tucson residents need to recognize the importance of their upcoming city council elections. The current one-party governance model has failed the city on multiple fronts, from education to business growth.

The Democratic Party finds itself wandering in the wilderness after 2024, showing little sign they've learned their lesson from electoral defeat. As author and columnist AJ Rice puts it, "In the Valley of the Blind, the one-eyed man is king" - and the Democrats are revealing exactly who they are through their actions.

Beyond national politics, the battle for America's future plays out daily in classrooms across Arizona and the nation. Superintendent Tom Horne has spent his career fighting the ideological capture of education, starting with his opposition to ethnic studies programs that explicitly included critical race theory back in 2008.

Recent tragedies in Texas, where over 100 people died in flooding with hundreds more missing, bring urgent focus to how families process trauma. Mike McNamara, author of "From Trauma to Joy" and the children's book "Colleen Couldn't Forget," offers crucial insights from his own experience helping his young sons cope with the murder of their cousins.

The safety of Mesa, Arizona residents is at risk as local Democrats push to dismantle a crucial program that allows police to coordinate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Mary Ann Mendoza, an advocate and angel mom who lost her son to an illegal immigrant, is speaking out about efforts to end Mesa's 287G program.

The devastating floods in Texas have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with at least 82 confirmed deaths and rescue efforts continuing. Over 850 people have been rescued so far across four different counties, with a total of seven counties in Texas affected by the disaster.

Family law attorney Leslie Corbly advocates for fathers' rights, particularly in custody matters.

Joel Strabala, an election observer for Pima County, provided updates on the special election happening in Congressional District 7.