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11-15-22 Tuesday

Segment 1: In Ray Richardson’s monologue he touches on the “red wave” that didn’t turn out like we thought it would, Trump’s behavior, and more.

Segment 2: Ray talks more about the Trump announcement and behavior.

Segment 3: David Jones joins Ray and they talk about Ron DeSantis. Gunny Mike calls in to discuss the Covid policies and other issues that should have made more of an impact in the elections and more.

Segment 4: Sophia Pride and Karen Gilles (Chair of the New Gloucester Maine Republican Party) join Ray and David and they talk about the fun and money raised for the Travis Mills Foundation at Erik’s Church on Saturday.

Segment 5: Ray and the panel talk about Biden’s spending spree for Climate Change to other countries, the downside of Trump’s personality, the stupidity of Republicans, and messaging.

Segment 6: The panel discusses Trump’s chances if he does run for President, Sophia talks about the fuel issues in Socialist countries, and the dumbing down of education.

Segment 7: RNC Communications Director Danielle Alvarez and Maine GOP Chair Demi Kouzounas join the panel. They talk about some of the elections across the country.

Segment 8: They talk about money and Donald Trump’s daughter marrying a billionaire, the easy life of having money, rank choice voting, and more.

Segment 9: The panel talks about the Maine election, what were some of the determining factors, messaging, abortion, and more.

Segment 10: They talk about the lack of messaging from the Republican candidates including LePage, Poliquin, and Thelander. They also talk about abortion from a woman’s perspective, the big picture, informed consent, and what will happen if it is illegal.

Segment 11: Kenny Cianchette (owner of Erik’s Church) joins the panel to hand a check to Ray for The Travis Mills Foundation fundraiser that was held on Saturday Night. They talk about some of the obstacles that veterans overcome.

Segment 12: Ray and Kenny talk more about the event and how Erik’s Church has been such a community partner. Ray announces a suspected school threat at Portland High and maybe at Sanford.

Segment 13: Ray reads the Portland Police report regarding the active shooting report, then also announces that Sanford High has had an incident and police are responding, and other Maine schools are being shut down. The panel all agree that we need to stand up and support Gov. Mills and other authorities.

Segment 14: They continue the discussion about what is happening in Maine schools and that we need to address the root of the problems including mental illness and support the police. Sophia shares her concerns as a student and is frustrated with the nonchalant attitude of her classmates.

Segment 15: Ray reads a text that he received from Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck and the statement sent out by the Superintendent of SAD 57. They also talk about “swatting”, what that means, bullying, social media, living with the technology that we have in society, shootings in society, mental illness, and man’s inhumanity to man.

Segment 16: Ray recaps the morning, Danielle says that it is okay to have differences, but we need to put them aside in adversity and work together to solve the problems. Ray says that we all need to do our part. They thank all of the first responders that put our families first.

11-14-22 Monday

Segment 1: Ray Richardson’s monologue includes his thoughts on the weather, the election, the election process, election shenanigans, President Trump, Trump’s influence, and more.

Segment 2: Ray gives the lineup for today’s show guests.

Segment 3: Ray and Gunny Mike talk about the Maine Education Department and a bill that they are trying to take the parents’ influences out of Maine schools.

Segment 4: Ray talks about Arizona’s election and the need for reflection.

Segment 5: Vern Dukes, The Trucker of Truth, and Maine Rep. Joshua Morris (R-Turner) join Ray. They talk about the change in leadership in the Maine Republican Party

Segment 6: Ray and Vern congratulate the Band 12/OC on their win of Upcoming Stars and Erik’s Church for their help in Saturday night’s fundraiser for The Travis Mills Foundation.

Segment 7: The boys welcome David Ciullo of Career Management Services, he also hosts The H.R. PowerHour on WLOB Radio.

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Segment 9: The boys take some calls and talk about how Vern met Dee Dee’s sister at Birchwood Brewing.

Segment 10: Ray and Vern talk about music.

Segment 11: Ray and Vern talk about television shows and Hallmark.

Segment 12: The boys talk about Neil Sedaka and other musicians.

Segment 13: Ray and Vern talk about polls, and media and how reliable they are, the Trump phenomenon, Florida’s Gov. Ron Desantis, Republican Presidential prospects, and more. They take a call.

Segment 14: Ray talks about Trump’s endorsed candidates, and Trump’s behavior.

Segment 15: Vern and Ray take calls and talk about the messaging of campaigns and what would make a difference in elections. They take calls.

Segment 16: They take a call.

11-11-22 Friday

Segment 1: Ray Richardson is joined by Mike Mercer of F3 Defense. They talk about some of the restaurants honoring the veterans today with free meals, the birth of F3 Defense, and the danger that truckers especially women are in when they are on the road.

Segment 2: Col. Tim Thorsen calls in.

Segment 3: Ray plays a stirring speech from Ronald Reagan, Mike shares a story of his Dad taking Iwa Jima. Ray shares the story of Bud Thorn and Edith Knowles.

Segment 4: Ray reads a text about the last segment. The boys talk about some of the upcoming guests.

Segments 5-6: Mike Shepherd, Political Editor for the Bangor Daily News, joins the boys and he and Ray discuss Tuesday’s election results and the campaigns.

Segment 7: Gunny Mike joins the boys in the studio and Drew Roberson (Marine Recruiter) calls in and shares his story. Ray plays a clip from Charles Norman Shay (a Penobscot tribal elder, writer, and decorated veteran of both World War II and the Korean War) as he describes his story on Omaha Beach.

Segment 8: Ray introduces the guests in the studio, Gunny Mike, Mike Mercer, Doshu Allan Viernes (who is also a Veteran), and Mark Reilly.

Segments 9-10: Doshu Allan Viernes shares his story of how Jukado came to be and more about his service. He talks about teaching his students to give back to the community which is how this fundraiser Talent Show came to be. For more information or to drop a check/money off in support, visit the Awesome Kids After-School and Summer Camp at 821 Main Street in Westbrook, phone: (207) 671-9408. Gunny Mike shares a little bit of his military history and Ray reminds people of the Travis Mills Fundraiser at Erik’s Church tomorrow night.

Segments 11-12: Musician Don Campbell joins the boys in the studio and sings a song “Veterans’ Day”. Ray asks him to share his story of writing his songs. They discuss the Veterans’ homes in Maine and the people that care for them. This brings up the movie “Heartbreak Ridge” which we find out was based on Gunny Mike’s unit.

Segments 13-14: The panel talks about some of the great veterans that served without question, including Pat Tilman whom Don sang about, Caleb Barrieau (Ray’s neighbor), the need for the check-in with people that served, and more.

Segments 15-16: Don sings God Bless America. They take some calls. Mercer tells more places that honor Veterans. Ray asks Don about his event Flotilla and how much money they raised for Cancer. They talk about Birchwood Brewing as well. Ray brings up tomorrow’s event at Erik’s Church featuring The Don Campbell Band. They take an emotional call from Ethan of Saco. They take some more emotional calls. Don closes out the show with a song.