Guests - Andy Biggs, Ava Chen
Congressman Andy Biggs, representing Arizona's fifth district since 2016, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the ongoing reconciliation bill negotiations.
Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China joined Winn Tucson to discuss China's growing influence worldwide.
Guests: Paul Steidler, Jan Edwards
Paul Steidler, a senior fellow at the Lexington Institute, a public policy think tank based in Arlington, Virginia, offers unique insight into Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope.
Jan Edwards, founder and president of Paving the Way Foundation, joined from Washington D.C. to discuss the signing of the "Take It Down Act," a landmark bipartisan bill signed into law by President Trump that makes it a federal crime to post real and fake sexually explicit imagery online without consent.
Guests - Risa Ryan, Meg Swain, Betsy Smith
Founder and CEO Risa Ryan is addressing a critical workforce gap with her new venture, The Unretire Group.
Former FBI Director James Comey stirred controversy with a recent Instagram post showing "86-47" spelled out in seashells.
Though the Federal Reserve has not yet lowered interest rates, Meg Swain of Loan Depot reports there's optimism for future decreases: "They still are predicting that the rates are gonna come down three more times before the end of the year.
Guests - Rachel Keshel, Rodney Glassman
State Representative Rachel Keshel continues to be a staunch voice for conservative values in Arizona's Legislative District 17.
Rodney Glassman, candidate for Arizona Attorney General, is clear about his first priority if elected: "On day one as Republican Attorney General, I'm going to withdraw Arizona from all of these politically charged lawsuits that liberal Chris Mayes has been filing and signing on to on behalf of our beautiful state."
Guests - Yvet Serino, Lisa Von Geldern, Kimberly Fletcher
Arizona's seventh congressional district has earned the dubious distinction of having the highest crime rate in the state, creating urgent challenges for residents and law enforcement across six affected counties.
For Catholic observers like Lisa Von Geldrin, the new pope brings both hope and concerns. While celebrating the elevation of an American, she suggests cautious optimism about his doctrinal positions.
For 20 years, Kimberly Fletcher has led Moms for America with a mission to empower mothers as agents of cultural and political change.
Guests - Ava Chen, Nate Foster
China's landscape of influence is rapidly shifting as two major stories dominate the global stage: the election of America's first Pope and a breakthrough in U.S.-China trade negotiations that could reshape international relations for years to come.
Tucson faces its own battle – a devastating surge in crime coupled with a police force at historic lows. The city's deterioration serves as a cautionary tale for communities across America about the consequences of underfunding and demoralizing law enforcement.
Guests - Tom Horne, Betsy Smith
Tom Horne, Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction, is implementing a revolutionary approach to education through artificial intelligence.
National Police Week brings critical attention to the challenges facing law enforcement and the communities they serve. A recent hatchet attack in Tucson dramatically illustrated both the dangers present in seemingly safe neighborhoods and the importance of police response.
Host - Dave Smith, Guest - Steve Christy
Dave Smith filled in for Kathleen Winn as host, joined by Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy for an in-depth discussion on local and national political issues.
Guests - Laurie Moore, Kelly Walker, Victoria Lem, Katey McPherson
Laurie Moore joined Kathleen Winn to discuss the recent decision by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA to withhold $51 million in funding from Pima County due to concerns about how federal money was spent on migrant services.
Kelly Walker joined the program to discuss his ongoing battle after being targeted following his criticism of school policies.
Victoria Lem, chair of Legislative District 20 for the Republican Party in Pima County, shared her recent experience lobbying in Washington DC with Concerned Women for America.
Katie McPherson joined the program to discuss the ongoing trial of those accused in the death of Preston Lord, a 16-year-old who was beaten to death by a group of teenage boys at a party in Queen Creek, Arizona.
Guests - Betsy Smith, Elijah Norton, Kathy Sinnott & Pat Johnston
The community turned out in force at the Oro Valley City Council meeting, with standing-room-only attendance and unanimous public support for police officer pay raises.
The Arizona Senate voted to reject Governor Katie Hobbs' nomination of Barbara Richardson to lead the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI).
Pat Johnston and Kathy Sinnott, representatives from Rockin' For Heroes, joined to discuss their outreach program designed to support military personnel, first responders, and Gold Star families.
Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith
China Watch Wednesday focused on the film "Conclave" and its eerie timing with the real-world papal selection process following Pope Francis's passing.
Dave Smith joined to discuss the previous day's Pima County Board of Supervisors meeting, which he described as "an eternal meeting" dominated by ceremonial proclamations rather than substantive governance.
Guests – Kristofer Knapp, Betsy Smith, Stephen Mundt
Detective Kristopher Knapp, President of the Oro Valley Police Officers Association, joined Smith and Winn to discuss ongoing contract negotiations with the town leadership.
Retired General Steven Mundt joined the program to discuss recent Department of Defense initiatives, including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegeseth's proposal to cut one-fifth of its four-star general officers.
Guests - Scot Mussi, J.C. Sheppard, Alex Kolodin
The Arizona legislature continues to wrestle with budget negotiations as the state approaches the fiscal year deadline. Scott Mussi, President of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, describes the current session as "year three of the Katie Hobbs experience," characterizing her governorship as "bumbling" through many respects.
JC Sheppard, founder of Fentanyl Test, is working with the Trump administration and RFK Jr. at HHS to provide effective fentanyl testing solutions.
Representative Alex Kolodin, who has announced his candidacy for Secretary of State against incumbent Adrian Fontes, discusses multiple election integrity concerns facing Arizona.
Guests - Fmr. Deputy Chief Robert Tanenbaum, Dave Smith
Robert K. Tanenbaum, the deputy chief counsel for the congressional committee investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., brings forward evidence that Lee Harvey Oswald did not kill JFK.
Dave Smith discusses the recent announcement that Pima County property owners may face higher property taxes. He criticizes the Board of Supervisors for wasting millions of taxpayer dollars, including spending hundreds of thousands of dollars monthly on taxi services for illegal immigrants during the height of illegal immigration.
Guests - Murray Sabrin, Janet Wittenbraker
Dr. Murray Sabrin, Mises Institute Associated Scholar and Emeritus Professor of Finance at Ramapo College of New Jersey, offered a sobering assessment of America's fiscal situation during the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency. Rather than celebrating the administration's early actions, Sabrin called for a fundamental reorientation of federal spending priorities.
J.L. Wittenbraker, candidate for Tucson City Council in Ward 3, addressed the escalating violent crime crisis affecting the city.
Guests - Ava Chen, Elijah Norton, Betsy Smith
Apple is actively working to move the majority of its iPhone manufacturing operations from China to India, according to Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China.
President Trump recently signed an executive order titled "Strengthening and Unleashing America's Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens," which has been strongly endorsed by the National Police Association.
Elijah Norton, candidate for Arizona State Treasurer, provided an update on the ongoing controversy surrounding Barbara Richardson, Governor Katie Hobbs' nominee for director of insurance and financial institutions.
Guests - Dr. Stanley Ridgley, Bruce de Torres
Dr. Stanley K. Ridgely, a clinical professor of strategic management at Drexel University and author of "DEI Exposed: How the Biggest Con of the Century Almost Toppled Higher Education," joined the program to discuss the reality behind diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in higher education.
Bruce de Torres, Director of Communications for the American Small Business League (ASBL) and the Don't Cheat Women project, joined the program to discuss the systematic diversion of federal contracts intended for small businesses to large corporations.
Guests - Richard Mack, Betsy Smith, Josh Jacobs
Richard Mack, founder of the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association (CSPOA) and former Sheriff of Graham County from 1988 to 1996, expressed concerns about the Real ID Act.
Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, reported on a significant raid in Colorado Springs over the weekend that resulted in more than 100 arrests.
Josh Jacobs, founder of Tucson Crime Free, joined the conversation to discuss the growing crime concerns in Tucson.
Guests - Rep. Joseph Chaplik, Betsy Smith, Kelly Walker
Arizona State Representative Joseph Chaplik joined the program to discuss the controversial Senate Bill 1543, which was recently signed into law by Governor Katie Hobbs.
Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, joined the program to discuss recent cases of judges and prosecutors facing legal troubles for their actions.
Kelly Walker joined the program to discuss his ongoing efforts to address what he describes as the federal weaponization of law enforcement against concerned parents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guests - Charles Foley, Sheron Jones, Col. Tom Rempfer, Cpt. Bill Sullivan
Charles Foley, founder of Flags for the Flagless, joined the Winn Tucson program to discuss the importance of displaying the American flag, particularly with Flag Day approaching in June.
Sheron Jones, president of the Southern Arizona Gold Star Mothers Incorporated, joined the program to share her experience as a Gold Star mother.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth acknowledged that the previous administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for military personnel was unlawful. In his statement, Hegseth announced a memorandum directing the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness to provide additional guidance for reviewing cases of service members adversely impacted by the vaccine mandate.