02-05-20 WoW Wednesday

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Part 1:  Ray talks about fair and balanced. Truth verses Propaganda. People have been conditioned to the leftist news media outlets and how they hate talk radio and the freedom of truth. He talks about the Medal of Honor Award given to Rush Limbaugh for his contribution for being the Godfather of talk radio. He brings up the childish behavior Nancy Pelosi produced when she ripped her copy of the State of the Union Address after the speech.


Part 2:  Ray plays another clip from last nights State of the Union Address and gives Rich Ringenbak a shout out for coming in and making sure everyone could hear it over our WLOB Radio. He continues with Trump not saying that all of the accomplishments made were done in partnership with Americans. He used the words “we” and “us”, not “I” through out the speech.

Part 3:  Ray plays another clip from the State of the Union Address with the President saying some of the achievements that he had achieved. Ray and David talk about Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s behavior of tearing up her copy of the speech and comments afterward.

Part 4:  Ray and David welcome Cumberland County District Attorney Jonathan Sahrbeck. Ray plays a clip of President Trump recognizing the problem of human trafficking. They talk about some of the people that have worked to change the way people view prostitution and bring awareness to this problem. They talk about Dee Clarke, Steve Webster, Auburn Police Chief Phil Crowell, Former Portland Police Chief, now Commissioner of the Maine Department of Public Safety, Michael Sauschuck were discussed and their hard work to change the narrative.

Part 5:  Ray, Jonathan and David continue with their discussion on human trafficking. Ray ask Jonathan a question from Bob of K’bunk about how movies like Pretty Woman affect the perspective of people. Jonathan says it glamorizes and not so pretty industry. The people that are being trafficked don’t have a choice and are trying to survive because they don’t have a choice. He stresses for anyone to put their mom, wife, sister or daughter or even granddaughter in that situation. He says that if the money were to stop coming in (Johns) the need would dry up.

Part 6:  Ray and David talk Real Estate in the FO Bailey Real Estate Segments. David starts off with an announcement of 2 new locations opening. One on Munjoy Hill in Portland and the other in Biddeford. He is looking for agents that would like to join historical company. They talk about some of his current agents and their successes.

Part 7:  Ray and David continue with the real estate segment. David urges people that are looking to make a positive change to give him a call. Whether you have experience or just questions about how to get started, call David anytime …… Visit FO Bailey’s website for current listings as well. David’s contact information is office: 207-781-1111, cell: 207-650-3455 or email:info@fobailey.com.

Part 8:  Ray and David welcome Liz Harrington by phone to get her reactions and thoughts about last nights State of the Union Address and the shenanigans that the Democrats were pulling to make it all about them. Trump made his speech about the work that Americans building up and making America Great. He made sure he said that it was “we”, “us” and that he didn’t do it by himself. Liz also brought up the Iowa Caucus and the fact that the Democrats could even run that correct. Ray stresses that the Democrats hate him because he has labeled them instead of them being able to disable him. Liz lists off some of the stats that have been raised, unemployed, welfare and the truth about why they have decreased. Ray says that if you don’t stand up with the good news of the prosperity of our country or for some of the other great things that are happening, you are disrespecting the President, but the American People. Ray points to when President Obama was heckled by a Republican Congress Member during his speech, the media was all over him like white on rice. Where is the outrage for how President Trump was treated. Double standard/Hypocrisy is thriving in the media and with the Democrats.

Part 9:  Ray and David welcome Japhet “Jay” Els of the AARP Maine. They had been talking about scallops during the break and David finishes his thoughts about scallops with where he got them. Louie’s Grill on Main Street in Cumberland Maine. Ray says that the audience has sent their congratulations to Jay on his engagement. They talk about broadband and how important it is to keep Mainers safe. Jay gives several examples of how our communities function and we haven’t made an investment in the broadband infrastructure for 17 years. Ray explains about the three ring binder program. Jay talks about what is making it a difficult process.

Part 10:  Jay and Ray talk about Maine’s LD 594. This bill will focus on how to improve retirement security for Mainers and what that means for small business owners. Lori Parham, State Director of AARP Maine, will be hosting an AARP Policy Briefing Webinar – Ensuring Retirement Security for All Mainers TODAY at 12:00 pm EST. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

02-04-20 Trump Tuesday

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Part 1:  Ray talks about the upcoming State of the Union Address. He speculates on what it will be contain and the Democrat response. He talks about the Portland Press Herald’s editorial on Sen. Susan Collins. Ray stresses about how the Democrats and the media hate that America is winning again. They never promote anything that is positive that the President has done.


Part 2:  Ray gives a tribute to Rush Limbaugh. He is the Godfather of talk radio. He announced yesterday that he has advanced lung cancer.

Part 3:  Ray and David Jones talk about ABBA turning down $1 Billion to reforming their band. Then they talk about Gov. Mills’ supplemental budget. She wants to tax Netflix, Amazon Prime and other things like that, even though she said that she wasn’t going to have any new taxes. What will she be doing with the money? Former Governor LePage put us on the path to prosperity and she has done everything she can to destroy it.

Part 4:  Ray plays a taped interview with Eric Trump. They talk about the accomplishments that President Trump has made to improve the everyday life of Americans. They also talk about ostracizing the supporters of President Trump and how his opponents are doing everything they can to continue to control the outcomes. Ray compares the Trump Administration and the Democratic Leadership to the movie It’s a Wonderful Life characters George Bailey and Mr. Potter.

Part 5:  Ray and David talk about how different the country could be if the media had even been fair and balanced instead of not reporting non-truths and biased opinions. They talk about the elected people that will not even show up to the State of the Union address and the messages of the apparel of some of the others.

Part 6:  Ray and David talk about Ranked Choice Voting and the sneaky way the Democrats got a law passed for Ranked Choice Voting for the President. Former Congressman Bruce Poliquin joins the boys to talk about the initiative to repeal the RCV for President that is starting today. Maine GOP Chair Demi Kouzounas joins the discussion. Bruce gives a story of why Ranked Choice Voting and how confusing it is to people and scared off voters that have voted their whole life. Demi asks Bruce about the Iowa caucus and isn’t it a variation of RCV. Bruce says that other states (NH, AL, IA)are starting to bring this farce to their state. Bruce give the website address to get involved in the repeal. RepealRankedChoice.com  He reminds people of some of the promises that were made, one being that big money would be out of elections and more.

Part 7:  Ray repeats the website address to help with or sign the petition to repeal RCV. He takes a call from Facebook Steve who disagrees with basically everything Ray says. They discuss Ranked Choice Voting and President Trump.

Part 8:  Ray, David and Demi have gotten so many texts because of the topics this morning. Ray reads one about photo ID’s. Ray talks about the Adam Schiff and his claim that no one is above the law. They talk about how the Pelosi’s and Schiff’s of the country claiming to be using the Constitution and Bible all the while spitting on them.

Part 9:  Ray, Demi and David welcome Mandi Merritt, Regional Communications Director at Republican National Committee, to discuss the Iowa caucus. They talk about the record turnout and debacle of vote counting. They talk about Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders. They discuss the methodology of the election process in Iowa. The Democrats are changing the rules to let Bloomberg on the stage. Ray says what’s up with the double standard and what about Booker so that he can be a part of the debate. They talk about the positive things that will be touted tonight in the State of the Union in the hostile US House tonight.

Part 10:  Ray reads a story about Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes and having dinner. Demi reminds people to visit RepealRankedChoice.com and get involved.

02-03-20 Monday Morning

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Part 1:  Ray relives the Super Bowl and some of the highlights of the pre-game. He gives some of his favorite parts of the game. He then talks about the Impeachment stuff. Ray compares the Democrats claims to the Mueller Report and their claim of obstruction.


Part 2:  Ray plays a clip from Shawn Hannity’s Special Super Bowl interview with President Trump about the economy. Ray expands on Trump’s claim of the best economy.

Part 3:  Ray plays more of the Shawn Hannity and President Trump clip.

Part 4:  Ray takes a call about the Super Bowl Halftime Show featuring Shakira and Jennifer Lopez. They talk about the sexuality and stripper pole and the #metoo movement.

Part 5:  Ray gives a quick preview of Bruce Coffin coming up to promote his new book. Ray takes another call about the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

Part 6:  Ray welcomes Bruce Coffin in studio. He is a former police officer and has written several books and a fantastic artist. His newest and fourth book, WITHIN PLAIN SIGHT, is dropping tomorrow. They talk about the Spenser For Hire series and the iconic setting of Boston. They talk about the awards that his third book, BEYOND THE TRUTH, received. They talk about how important a good editor it and how as an author there you are never satisfied, you seem to nit-pick sentences. They talk about the launch party that will be at DiMillo’s Floating Restaurant starting at 5PM and is open to the public. Bruce said that a part of the proceeds will be donated to the Susan Curtis Foundation. Ray and Bruce discuss their good work.

Part 7:  Ray welcomes U.S. Rep. Elise M. Stefanik, (R-Schuylerville, NY) to discuss the Impeachment Hearing/Trial. She stood up for the Constitution and the process and didn’t back down for the bully Adam Schiff. Ray asks her about Adam Schiff’s personality. She says that she is really frustrated that he is withholding witnesses and would say that there is obstruction from the White House, even though the Democrats wouldn’t allow any Republicans to request witnesses. Ray asks her about her constituents and what do they think about the Impeachment fiasco and what is important to them. They talk about rural America and the challenges it brings to do business there. Ray asks her about what she would like to hear in the State of the Union Address tomorrow night. They talk about the USMCA Agreement (United States of America, the United Mexican States, and Canada is a free trade agreement). They talk about the Iowa caucuses happening tomorrow. Rep. Stefanik had to run and Ray talks Maine’s caucus and our switch to a primary system. He talks immunization vote that will be coming up.

Part 8:  Ray takes a call from Andy about satellite internet. They also chat about the Democrats that have vowed not to show up to the State of the Union Address and the caller says that he didn’t vote for Chellie, but he wants his Representative to represent him. Ray takes another call and Gordon and Ray talk about human trafficking and the southern border.

Part 9:  Ray talks about China’s claim about false information and the United States regarding the coronavirus.

01-31-20 Joe Bruno Friday

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Part 1:  Ray welcomes Joe Bruno back into the house. They start off with the Impeachment “Trial”. They take on the media and the lack of truth in the coverage. They point to the Maine newspapers and how they have treated Sen. Collins (especially during the Kavanaugh hearings). Will they be heading down the path of the Dodo Bird? Ray says that he has been getting so many texts from people that are so upset that Collins is calling for witnesses. Ray and Joe discuss the legality of calling witnesses and whether or not they are under oath.


Part 2:  Ray, Joe and Dee Dee discuss Joe’s shoulder and his progress. Dee Dee teases Ray.

Part 3:  Ray and Joe talk about Sarah Huckabee after Ray plays a clip from last night’s Trump rally. They talk about polls and how reliable.

Part 4:  Ray and Joe welcome Shawn Moody to discuss current events. Ray poses a minimum wage question brought on by the announcement that there is another home health company closing. They talk about results of raising minimum wage and some of the other regulations put on small businesses in Maine. Shawn describes Moody’s Collision’s process with workers. He explains that ever employee has a yearly job evaluation. During this meeting, it isn’t only what the employee can do and work on, but they bring feedback on what the company can do to improve working conditions and procedures. They talk about more and more doctors that are starting not to take medicare and medicaid because they don’t get reimbursed. They also talk about pharmacies and how they are reimbursed. Ray talks about his conversation with Former 2nd District Congressman Mike Michaud.

Part 5:  Really short segment. Ray plays a clip from President Trump’s rally last night where he is talking about some of the trade deals that have been made with America’s best interest at heart. Shawn mentions that with the Maine’s administration we have now, there isn’t a much diversity in the occupational backgrounds in the people that are in charge. This will have a huge effect on Maine for years to come.

Part 6:  Bill Diamond joins the boys in studio. Bill is here as Chair of Maine Bicentennial Committee. Bill talks about how long they have been working on this. He talks about the Statehood day in March. In May there will be the biggest parade of the year. He describes some of the participants of the parade. He talks about the multi-generational band. They are still looking for band members. Go to maine200.org to apply. Ray reads a text to thank Sen. Diamond for his kindness of the students visiting the State House. This leads to a huge discussion about sports and Bonny Eagle. This leads to a discussion about changing the school name and some of the different things that “was a good idea” in the moment, but actually wasn’t. Joe points out that this happens to all boards and some of the difficulties on the Board of Pharmacies.

Part 7:  Shawn asks about what is done with the money that they raise. Bill describes some of the grants that are available to help towns and how to apply for them. Bill mentions some of their big sponsors and says that CMP was their first and biggest so far. This leads to a big discussion about Central Maine Power.

Part 8:  Ray opens up with Ray, Bill and Joe chat about the difference of then and now with regard to party lines. The lines have been so drawn in the House that is so divided. Joe gives an example of a discussion between a fellow board member and himself. Bill doesn’t see that in the Maine Senate and used Sen. Jeff Timberlake’s help in getting the Hands-Free while driving law as an example. They have a real big discussion about the hands-free law that Maine passed and the reason. Joe brings up the cost of some of the laws/bills that the Maine Legislature is working on. Who is going to pay? This brings up with another question about CMP.

Part 9:  Ray, Bill and Joe are back for a short segment. Bill says that Kristen Muszynski will be here next week representing the Bicentennial Committee. She had taken point on the organization of the parade. This will be the largest parade evah! Ray says that everyone should be involved in this historic event.

Part 10:  Ray and Joe discuss that people can get a long and that everybody wants Maine and her people to succeed. The boys talk about the technology problems that Maine has and will be having because there is no communication system. Cellphone calls that are dropped, even in the big cities of Maine, which makes doing business in our state really tough. They talk about how to get broadband and some of the other ways to bring up Maine up to the 21st Century. The take a call and the discussion continues about satellite services that would be able to do what we need, but the Legislature is more concerned about other priorities than they are about Maine businesses.

Part 11:  Ray welcomes “K. T.” McFarland. She served as Deputy National Security Advisor under Michael Flynn and she has written a book, Revolution: Trump, Washington and “We the People.”. This is an great discussion about the many fights that President Trump has fought to achieve his success since his Presidency.