Segments 1-2: Ray Richardson and Mike Mercer (F3 Defense) talk about Ray’s epic search for the Northern Lights which also includes road trips that they would like to take including the Grand Canyon.
Segments 3-4: Ray, Mike, and Dee Dee are joined by Gunny Mike Hall after they discuss some more Christmas. They talk about the need for Toys for Tots and all of the need to get toys. This has been an especially hard year so the need is even greater. They also talk about Ira Lockhart down in Tampa Florida and the great work he does with his non-profit.
Segments 5-6: Mike Shepherd (Political Editor for the Bangor Daily News) joins by phone to share some great news…he and his wife are expecting a baby girl in April. They have a no-politics Friday and talk about the joys of babies and more.
Segment 7: Ray, Mike, and Dee Dee are joined by Dr. Demi Kouzounas, Samantha Carter, Kylee Dixon, and Jason Kopp (Westbrook Regional Vocational Center Criminal Justice Instructor) in studio and Steve DiMillo (Owner of DiMillo’s Floating Restaurant in Portland Maine) by phone and they talk about some of the conversations from this morning and naming babies, working with your son that has the same name, Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday parties, DiMillo’s special for tonight, and more.
Segments 8-9: Samantha and Kylee are interviewed by Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce (https://www.cumberlandso.org). They discuss why they wanted to take the WRVC course, and the difference between TV and actual police investigations, their personal outlook on their surroundings, and more.
Segment 10: JD Downing calls in to share a personal story of how God works and puts people in places for a reason. The conversation returns to the group in studio.
Segment 11: The studio discussion goes to music and then Jason talks about the giving tree program, how it works, where to find them, personal Christmas traditions, and more.
Segment 12: Ray, Kevin, Demi, Mike, and Dee Dee discuss decorating for Christmas, dancing Christmas trees, the Christmas lights and more.
Segment 13: Ray, Kevin, Demi, Mike, and Dee Dee take a call from Irish Jerry who is celebrating his 50th Wedding Anniversary.
Segment 14: The group continues with their thoughts and then take calls.
Segment 15: The panel takes calls about Christmas memories and favorites.
Segment 16: The wrap up Frivolous Friday with a call.
11-30-23 Thursday
Segment 1: Ray is joined by Dr. Michael Ciampi of Ciampi Family Practice and they talk about Henry Alfred Kissinger who was appointed Secretary of State by Former President Richard M. Nixon, Kissinger’ life and controversies.
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Segments 3-4: Brad Dyer (Hometown Senior Solutions), Bob Witkowski (Where Y’at Magazine), Ray, and Dee Dee talk about Eartha Kitt’s portrayal of Catwoman, the different Batman actors, and New Orleans, and Ray thanks Bob for hosting his cousin and husband.
Segments 5-6: Sophia Pride joins the boys and they talk about moments and people that have changed to course of History.
Segments 7-8: Ray starts off with the City of Westbrook pulling the Star of David down after a complaint. This brings up a conversation on religion and lack of tolerance for differing religions.
Segments 9-10: Ray talks about the Northern Lights, Brad thinks that people have lost the “awe” in things which brings up an interesting discussion.
Segments 11-12: The boys talk about the history of slavery and how it has been twisted to use and make whatever points that is deemed necessary.
Segments 13-14: Ray shares the last conversation he had with his dad, and they talk about the different stages of dementia, and some of Ray’s stories of memories with his parents, lessons and relationships with kids.
Segments 15-16: Ray plays a song by request and the relevance in today’s society. Trump’s challenge to the election results, the Constitution.
11-29-23 Wednesday
Segment 1: Ray and Dee Dee Richardson discuss their family dynamic and the release of some of the hostages from Hamas and the strategic nature of which ones are being released.
Segment 2: Ray talks about the anti-Semite protesters and the long history hatred of Jews.
Segment 3: David Jones (FO Bailey Real Estate) joins Ray and Dee Dee and they talk about family and matchbox cars, the Lewiston tragedy’s lasting affect on Mainers, and Ray informs us about a US military aircraft carrying 6 crashes off coast of Japan and reporting one person dead, he explains that he and WLOB are pro military, law enforcement and 1st responders.
Segment 4: Ray and David talk about the government’s encroachment and control.
Segment 5: Ray shares a Christmas memory. Peter Earle of AIER (American Institute for Economic Research) joins the boys to talk about today’s economy and the national debt, taxes, inflation, and more.
Segment 6: Ray reminisces Christmas in Florida with his Mama and Dad.
Segments 7-8: In this FO Bailey Real Estate Segment, David and Ray are joined by Rob Baldacci. They discuss the new and unique real estate property that they just listed, York’s Wild Kingdom. By dealing with local businesses you can form working relationships. Rob’s contact information is email: robert@fobailey.com or phone: 207.756.2063. David’s contact information is office: 207-781-1111, cell: 207-650-3455, or email:info@fobailey.com.
Segment 9: Laura Eicher joins by phone to share the story of her son, Cole, who is was diagnosed while in middle school and is now cancer-free, they discus some of research and long term side effects of Chemo or radiation, Laura is passionate about the Gold Together Campaign for the American Cancer Society.
Segment 10: Ray and David discuss QC Kinetics and the great work that Dr. John Herzog has and continues to do and then get into the excess of money from the government and what happens with the excess of money that they get if they have leftover money that their budget.
Segments 11-12: Ray and David continue to passionately discuss the overspending and lack of integrity of the people that have been elected.
Segment 13: Ray and Dee Dee talk about spreading goodwill and kindness. Ray takes calls.
Segment 14: Ray talks about Hamas and their attack on Israel and their real motive for their attack. He takes a call.
Segments 15-16: Ray and Dee Dee are joined by Mike Mercer (F3 Defense), and Cheryl from Bath. She made Ray a beautiful Santa Suit and gift bags. They take more calls.
11-28-23 Tuesday
Segment 1: Ray Richardson talks about the national supply chain, the Maine Department of Health and Human Services Director, Tom Landry’s resignation, Bill and Jane Diamond, and calls for Commissioner of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services Jeanne Lambrew’s resignation.
Segment 2: Ray explains why he talks about God and his faith, the government working on the budget.
Segments 3-4: David Jones (FO Bailey Real Estate) joins Ray and Dee Dee and they talk about Ray getting grey, the Biden economy, and more.
Segment 5: Ray and David talk about inflation and the working class not being able to make ends meet, government’s role, taxes, and more.
Segment 6: Ray reads a text about the texters’ financial struggles and Ray ties them all back to the government.
Segment 7: Ray and David continue their discussion, then Jessica Gagne of Channel 8 WMTW joins the boys and they talk about the heating fundraiser, the economy, Giving Tuesday, and more.
Segment 8: Matt Jacobson (discuss energy and the costs of energy.
Segment 13: Jim Robinson, (columnist of an article that appeared in The Spectator) calls in to discuss the challenges to Donald Trump appearing on the 2024 ballot based on a provision of the 14th Amendment intended to keep former Confederates out of politics.
Segment 14: Matt and Ray continue the energy discussion.
Segments 15-16: Ray and Matt change the subject to the freight rail systems.