06-24-20 Wednesday

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Part 1:  Ray talks about the lawsuit and the Governor’s plan not to reopen the bars in Maine yet. Ray and Jeff Mannix talk about sports.


Part 2:  Ray and Jim Fahey talk about John Richardson and his unique service to honor him in Augusta today at 10am.

Part 3:  Ray talks about the President’s rally yesterday speaking to a group of young supporters in Arizona.

Part 4:  Ray and Dale Crafts chat. Dale is running for Maine Congressional District 2. They talk about the absentee voting for the primary that will be coming up July 14th. Ray talks about the need to remind people where were and where we are headed and brings up his book that he will be launched. They talk about how crazy the world has gotten and upcoming debates. For more information on Dale and his campaign visit his website:  DaleCraftsforCongress.com.

Part 5:  Ray talks about the lawsuit and the response that the Maine Attorney General’s office gave. Ray gets a “little” wound up and their response.

Part 6:  Ray welcomes David Jones of FO Bailey Real Estate. Ray thanks him for filling in for him last week. They talk about how crazy busy the real estate market has been during the pandemic. They also talk about Maine and what it has to offer. The pandemic has forced people and companies to look at working from home.

Part 7:  David Jones highlights several properties that are listed with FO Bailey. Not only do they have residential, but they also have land and commercial properties available as well. By dealing with local businesses you can form working relationships. David’s contact information is office: 207-781-1111, cell: 207-650-3455 or email:info@fobailey.com.

Part 8:  Ray calls for a “Blue Flu” as much as it goes against everything that law enforcement stands for at some point they need to stand up for themselves. Ray goes into detail about what and why they should prove why they are needed. He welcomes Strategic Advisor for Coalitions on the Trump 2020 Campaign, Boris Epshteyn. They talk about John Bolton and his tell all book. Ray mentions Boris’ Op-Ed in the USA Today. They talk about how the media couldn’t stand Bolton, but now love him because he is against Trump.

Part 9:  Ray talks to Lt. Patrick Hood of the Maine State Police and the Maine Council for Elder Abuse Prevention. It isn’t just about the bumps and bruises…but can also be in the form of financial or mental as well which isn’t as easily seen. Ray asks him about how to spot signs of elder abuse and they discuss an essay that was written by a high school student. They talk about the AARP and their tireless work to protect the elderly. Contact Jane Margesson at AARP Maine, email AARP Maine at me@aarp.org or call 1-866-554-5380 for more info if you have any questions or need questions answered.

Part 10:  Ray lets loose again about the nonchalant response of Maine’s government to the class action lawsuit and their attitude toward Maine businesses.

06-23-20 Tuesday

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Part 1:  Ray addresses Governor Mills’ policy on how indoor bar service will not be allowed to resume on July 1, as previously scheduled and the stresses that small businesses around Maine have been having because of her decisions. He also talks about the line of succession if she were to be impeached.


Part 2:  Ray talks about the vandalism of statues around the country. He says that there should be consequences to tearing them down. If they bother you or you want them removed there are proper ways to have them removed.

Part 3:  Ray passes a question along about the massive Covid outbreak that has happened since the President’s visit to Guilford Maine and all of the Black Lives Matter protests that happened around Maine, then poses the question…why can’t bars open in Maine. Doesn’t make any sense.

Part 4:  Ray welcomes John Paradise of Town & Country Federal Credit Union. They will be holding their 2020 Money Conference online this year. Personal Finance Expert Jean Chatzky to Share 7 Money Moves to be Financially Resilient Now on Wednesday, June 24th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm.  Register by clicking here or visiting their website. They discuss who will benefit with these classes.

Part 5:  Ray talks about tick season and gives a plug for Maine Tick & Mosquito Control. He gives a quick preview of another segment coming up with MaryAnn Kenney.

Part 6:  Ray is joined by Drew Dumsch, President/CEO and Founder, The Ecology School and Heather Printup, Community Relations Manager for Poland Spring. The Ecology School, a pioneer and leader in environmental education, has announced it received $500,000 from Poland Spring® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water for an education and dining commons at The Ecology School’s new campus. Funding for the $14 million green project is now more than 90 percent complete.

Part 7:  Ray talks about the upcoming segment with MaryAnne Kenney and her frustrations with the lack of communication and input from the legislature regarding Governor Mills’ decisions on the reopening phases of Maine.

Part 8:  Ray welcomes Derek Gause and State Rep. MaryAnne Kenney. They both give their individual resumes. They talk about Maine schools reopening in the fall and the effects that having them being closed has had.

Part 9:  Ray talks about Former Maine Speaker John Richardson’s service that will be held in Augusta tomorrow at the State House at 10am.

Part 10:  Ray reads an email from Shawna Haley-Bear. Ray and MaryAnne talk about the Governor’s Emergency Order and the need to change Maine’s Constitution about how the Executive Powers are handled. She says that the small committees are meeting and asking all kinds of questions, but they aren’t getting any answers. There is a trickle down effect that has not been addressed in the business world and she feels that they need to be in Augusta as a whole legislature. They talk about the common practice of how to get around term limits.

Part 11:  This is a really short segment where Ray thanks the guests and then wraps up the show.

06-22-20 Monday

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There are no posts for the week of June 15-19 due to Ray’s Father passing.

Part 1:  Ray thanks David Jones, Shawn Moody, Dr. John Herzog, Bob Witkowski and Jeff Mannix for holding down the fort while we laid his father to rest. Ray also talks about his dad, Raymond William Richardson, Sr. and the effect he had on his life.
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Part 2:  Ray thanks the Florence South Carolina Marriott Manager David for all of his help and his spotless hotel. He also talks about the Trump rally in Tulsa and addresses the removal of statues of Presidents.


Part 3:  Ray and Jeff take a call from Arthur and Linda Langley welcoming Ray back and they thank Jeff for stepping in to help out. They talk about the importance of conversation.

Part 4:  Ray talks about LegalShield and their services. He then dives into DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).

Part 5:  Ray takes a call from Mike and they talk about the Trump train and how fanatic people are supporting the President.

Part 6:  Ray talks about Governor Mills and the kind note she sent on his father’s passing, he then talks about the lawsuit and the class action suit that his group has in the courts. He talks about the small businesses in Maine.

Part 7:  Ray talks about the Trump Rally and the his supporters. Ray talks about his friend John Richardson that passed away and their relationship.

Part 8:  Ray talks about his relationship with his dad. He welcomes Paris Dennard, the Republican National Committee’s senior communications advisor of black media affairs. Ray asks him to give a brief rundown of his resume. They talk about the dedication of the people that attend a Trump rally.

Part 9:  Ray talks a little bit more about the conversations at the gathering after his dad’s funeral. He also talks about the defacing of monuments and statues and the Confederate Flag. He talks about the value of history and we are doomed to repeat if it isn’t taught. He takes a call about the statues. They also talk about Aunt Jemima and her legacy.

Part 10:  Ray and Jeff discuss his first day back and quarantining and washing your hands.

06-12-20 Friday

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Part 1:  Ray Richardson and Joe Bruno are in the house. Joe feels bad what is happening Seattle. He tells Ray all of the “welcoming” signs along the turnpike. The boys are frustrated with the direction and lack of leadership that Maine has right now. Joe points out that Republicans are compliant if they aren’t speaking out and they have been quiet. Ray reads a text from the Dirigo Partners Text Line that says he is sounding like he is mad at his audience. Ray says that he is because they didn’t get out to vote.


Part 2:  They talk about the conversation that Ray had with Vern on yesterday’s show. They poke fun of the notion that white people can’t have black people as friends and every white person is a racist. They talk about White Guilt.

Part 3:  Joe brings up Kamala Harris as Joe Biden’s running mate. Ray introduces Dr. John Herzog and explains what was going on during the break. They discuss that he is an Osteopathic doctor. They talk about how acidic Ray’s tone has been and how Mrs. Bruno doesn’t like it. Ray announces the location of the Republican Convention.

Part 4:  Ray tells Joe that he doesn’t look as stressed as he did, Dr. John did a manipulation during the break to help him. They talk about Dr. John’s practice and his motto of “Do No Harm” and that includes surgery. The Doc gives an example of what he means by that statement. Ray reads a text that he got from one of his patients. Arthur Langley is a patient of Dr. John’s and he explains why Doctor John’s procedures are so much better than a long rehab from surgery. Ray reads text with a question about some of the costs and insurance and Dr. John gives answers. The boys talk about the cost of insurance. Joe uses his company as an example and Ray tells about his experiences in the private sector. Dr. John is still taking new patients, for more information about his services or if you would like to set up an appointment, visit his website, Orthopedic Specialties or call, 1-207-781-9077, their office today.

Part 5:  Ray reads the apology from Berklee College of Music for allowing cops to go to the bathroom. Joe asks Ray what is his fascination with SAD #51 and their School Board. Ray explains. The boys are really frustrated about the media and Joe points out how they referred to State Senate President Troy Jackson. They take a call from Mike about Veterans and shares a couple of stories. The boys talk about Juneteeth. Ray reads the letter that SAD #51 School Board sent out. Then, they talk about the narrative and how some of the people that have died aren’t the saints that they have been made out to be.

Part 6:  The boys talk about how the SAD #51 needs to get “woke”. They talk about how they could fix their white guilt.

Part 7:  Ray and the boys welcome Liz Harrington from the Republican National Party (RNC). They talk about the Republican Convention heading to Jacksonville Florida. She talks about the barricades that were thrown up by the Democratic Governor of North Carolina and Mayor of Charlotte. They talk about the differences between the Republican and Democratic Governors and how they are running their state.

Part 8:  The boys talk about the lack of employees in Maine because of the PPP. Dr. John says that that won’t change until July. Then they talk about Sen. Heather Sanborn and her changing her “bar” into a restaurant so that she could open.

Part 9:  Ray and the boys welcome David Flanagan, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central Maine Power. He says that CMP have been addressing some of their customers’ complaints. He says that they have fine-tuned their new SmartCare system, and carefully tracked customer bills, and are confident enough to put their money where their mouth is and provide a $25 credit if a bill is late, or if the balance due is inaccurate. They talk about CMP’s tools that can help you spot irregularities in your bill and the great job that Linda Ball as Vice President of Customer Service has done. CMP launched poweronmaine.com, a microsite where visitors can learn about CMP and its employees, and find out what the company is doing to support Maine communities and help organizations on the front lines of the COVID pandemic in the state.

Part 10:  They talk about all of the fun that everyone is missing out on because of Dr. Shah and Governor Mills. They talk about the precautions that we take as a normal routine for personal safety. Then they talk about all of the destruction that the protestors have caused including spray painting walls and taking down statues. There is a right way to achieve it and and wrong way. They take a call from Andy of Sanford and he shares a conversation he had with is son. They talk about the deaths and personal injuries to cops and nobody says anything about them. Ray talks about the number of protestors and the crickets heard from the Governor, but we can’t go to church. Dr. John thinks that it’s all just politics.