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John McGinness 3-4pm weekdays on KFBK

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    • May 21, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 2,125 EPISODES

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    The John McGinness podcast is an insightful and informative show that provides listeners with a balanced perspective on various issues. I have been a loyal listener for several years, and I am always impressed by the truthfulness and depth of analysis presented by John. His May 11, 2021 program, in particular, struck a chord with me as he accurately described a potential solution to a pressing problem. However, the challenge lies in getting individuals like Mayor Steinberg and Governor Newsom to see the light and address the critical issues facing our state.

    One of the best aspects of The John McGinness podcast is John's ability to provide a comprehensive understanding of complex topics. He takes the time to analyze both sides of an issue, presenting the pros and cons in an unbiased manner. This approach allows listeners to gain insights into different perspectives and make informed decisions. Furthermore, his discussions cover a wide range of subjects including President Trump, law enforcement, immigration, and civil rights. This variety ensures that there is something for everyone and keeps the show engaging.

    Despite its many strengths, The John McGinness podcast does have some drawbacks. One area where it falls short is its limited duration. As a dedicated listener, I find myself craving more content as each episode comes to an end. John's captivating storytelling and articulate arguments leave me wanting more, making it disappointing when the episode concludes after only a short time. It would be wonderful if there were longer episodes or even additional segments to delve deeper into the topics discussed.

    In conclusion, The John McGinness podcast stands out as an exceptional show that consistently delivers truthful insights into current affairs. John's ability to present both sides of an issue allows listeners to form their own opinions based on well-rounded information. While there may be room for improvement in terms of episode length, this does not detract from the high quality of content provided. Overall, The John McGinness podcast has become an integral part of my routine, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an intelligent and nuanced perspective on significant issues.



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    Latest episodes from John McGinness

    John McGinness Show May 21st

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 27:33


    Today, John discusses the California judiciary with Superior Court Judge Maryanne Gilliard.

    John McGinness Show May 20th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 21:22


    John discusses the dangers of Artificial Intelligence, mentioning what Ai can doi to the human mind in some extreme cases. Alongside the idea of making sure you are working your brain, John interviews a fitness trainer and discusses the benefits on the body when working with a trainer.

    John McGinness Show May 19th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 26:38


    John McGinness discusses whether trans athletes competing in sports is fair or not. We also talk about the recent Assembly Bill AB2600 which would give legal council for individuals with immigration proceedings.

    John McGinness Show May 15th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 23:08


    Today, John takes your calls on California's EV Mandate vs the Free Ecomonic Market. God Bless America! The John McGinnes Show.

    John McGinness Show May 15th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 26:28


    Today, John dives into the ongoing problems facing the Sacramento City Unified School District. Then, candidate for Congress Ray Riehle joins the show to talk about his campaign for California's 4th District.

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    John McGinness Show May 14th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 27:12


    Today, John McGinness breaks down new California test scores showing progress and lingering gaps, how the nation compares to the state, then opens the phones to hear your thoughts on where schools are going wrong.

    John McGinness Show May 13th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 27:18


    Today, John talks about electronic tablets in prisons and a few other topics this Wednesday afternoon.

    John McGinness Show May 12th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 28:50


    John McGinness talks with Davis Police Chief Todd Henry and Rocklin Police Chief Rustin Banks about the growing concerns around e-bikes. They discuss safety concerns and what law enforcement is seeing in the community.

    John McGinness Show May 11th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 28:00


    Today, John is joined by David Bass, a Sacramento County Deputy District Attorney, former law firm partner and current Mayor of Rocklin. Bass discusses his background in law and public service, and why he's decided to run for Placer County Superior Court Judge in 2026.

    John McGinness Show May 7th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 26:57


    Today, John picks his Big Day of Giving charity, weighs in on the latest debate, and talks with AG candidate Michael Gates about where the rule of law stands.

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    John McGinness Show May 6th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 27:13


    John breaks down AB 2019 and what it could mean for community college faculty impacted by immigration enforcement, plus recaps last night's California gubernatorial debate. He also sits down with Colusa County Supervisor Jose Merced Corona to talk about what the county is doing to honor fallen law enforcement officers.

    John McGinness Show May 5th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 28:27


    Today, John sits down with the team from ECO, Inc. to break down CARB regulations and how companies navigate emissions certification.

    John McGinness Show May 1st

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 28:25


    Today, Amanada Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and sits down with Councilmember Lisa Kaplan to talk about the city of Sacramento and her reelection campaign.

    John McGinness Show April 29th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 28:27


    Today, John breaks down last night's gubernatorial debate and weighs in on the Supreme Court's latest voting rights decision.

    John McGinness Show April 28th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 29:22


    Today, John discusses the indictment of Former FBI Director James Comey over an alleged threat against Trump and the potential California Billionaire's Tax.

    John McGinness Show April 27th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 29:28


    In today's episode, John examines the third reported assassination attempt against Trump that occurred over the weekend.

    John McGinness Show April 24th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 29:45


    Today, John offers his take on potential new legislation in Tennessee that permits the use of deadly force in response to theft, arson, burglary, and damage to property.

    John McGinness Show April 23rd

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 27:06


    Today, John shares his thoughts on the California Gubernatorial Debate.

    John McGinness Show April 22nd

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 28:43


    Today, John discusses the reversal of parole for a convicted child sex offender in Yolo county and covers federal fraud charges reportedly filed against the Southern Poverty Law Center.

    John McGinness Show April 21st

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 23:16


    Today, John talks about Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut and his remarks about the war in Iran and Assemblymember David Tangipa joins the program.

    John McGinness Show April 20th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 28:50


    On today's show, John covers FBI Director Kash Patel's defamation suit against The Atlantic, discusses cannabis use, and takes calls from listeners to share their perspectives.

    John McGinness Show April 17th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 31:03


    Today, Amanda Blackwood steps in for the Sheriff to discuss how Californians can protect themselves from lawsuit abuse. She's also joined by Lauren Zelt, Executive Director of Protecting American Consumers Together, who shares her insights on the issue.

    John McGinness Show April 16th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 25:58


    Today, John shares an article that claims California's public health system offers undocumented immigrants access to specialized gender‑affirming medical services through homeless shelters and shares his thoughts. He also sits down with the Yolo County Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney, Garrett Hamilton, to discuss California's Elderly Parole Program.

    John McGinness Show April 15th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 28:44


    Today, John explores the Wuhan Institute of Virology and concerns about how E. coli could be used in biological warfare in the future then ends the show with a positive news story.

    John McGinness Show April 14th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 28:37


    On today's episode, John covers a Wisconsin sheriff's defamation lawsuit, Eric Swalwell's resignation, and a look at the Electoral College.

    John McGinness Show April 13th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 27:27


    Today, John discusses AB 2624. The bill extends confidentiality and anti‑doxxing protections to immigration support services workers facing threats or harassment.

    John McGinness Show April 10th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 24:50


    In this episode, John examines AB 2727 and its impact on California's Elderly Parole Program, then sits down with political analyst Gordon Chang for his assessment of the war in Iran.

    John McGinness Show April 9th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 31:18


    In today's episode, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff to discuss teleworking in Sacramento, exploring its benefits, challenges, and takes your calls to hear the public's opinion.

    John McGinness Show April 8th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 30:13


    Today, John discusses electric vehicles, the rebates and perks of going electric, and why legislation pushing all cars to be electric may not be fair.

    John McGinness Show April 7th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 26:30


    Today on the show, John examines U.S. negotiations with Iran, with President Trump's self‑imposed deadline now here, and offers his criticisms. Assemblymember Josh Hoover joins the second half of program to discuss Capitol Annex Project.

    John McGinness Show April 6th

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 27:08


    In today's episode, John talks about the two military jets shotdown in Iran, rising gas prices across California, and voter fraud concerns.

    John McGinness Show April 2nd

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 28:14


    In today's episode, Amanda Blackwood steps in for the Sheriff and chats with friend of the show Cory Warshaw regarding California's transportation infrastructure.

    John McGinness Show March 31st

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 29:28


    In today's episode, John takes a look at the intensifying California gubernatorial race, explores the issue of transparency in state government, and weighs in on Tiger Woods' recent DUI arrest.

    John McGinness Show March 30th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 30:35


    John skipped the No KIngs rallys this past weekend. He explains why. Plus, the Ca Gov race, California's insufferable legislature, and continuing deficiencies in the Golden State. The John McGinness Show.

    John McGinness Show March 27th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 28:17


    Have you heard the Tiger Woods news? We have the latest. Plus, John shares his thoughts on TSA agents being paid, and then an interview about the upcoming Vietnam Veteran's memorial. The John McGinness Show.

    John McGinness Show March 26th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 28:21


    There is a resistance to transparency in the California State Capitol. Host John McGinness shares a report of lawmakers ignoring public information requests through non-disclosure agreements.

    John McGinness Show March 25th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 25:43


    Today, John breaks down the latest developments in the California gubernatorial race, explores a proposed tax credit aimed at expanding scholarship donations, and opens the phone lines to hear listeners' perspectives.

    John McGinness Show January 27th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 28:04


    Today, John discusses abolishing ICE, why local law enforcement should aid immigration enforcement, and the legal jurisdiction of federal agents.

    John McGinness Show March 13th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 29:13


    Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and chats with Debra and Steve Layton about oil. Debra Layton is the Vice President of Government Affairs for Signal Hill Petroleum, Inc. Steve Layton is the President for E&B Natural Resources Management.

    John McGinness Show March 24th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 28:00


    Today, John talks about the canceled California gubernatorial debate, weighs in on tablets for inmates, and takes your calls to hear what you think.

    John McGinness Show March 23rd

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 26:00


    In today's episode, John discusses the incident where Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the Governor of Arkansas and former White House Press Secretary, was asked to leave a restaurant. He also looks at the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.

    John McGinness Show March 20th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 27:52


    Today, John breaks down California's AB 602, a bill that would protect students who seek medical help for drug or alcohol use by offering rehabilitation instead of disciplinary action. He also discusses concerns surrounding the California Board of Parole, along with controversy over allegations involving César Chávez.

    John McGinness Show March 19th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 29:22


    Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff to break down the Sacramento City Unified School District's growing budget deficit and what a recent Sacramento Bee article that's putting new attention on the issue.

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    John McGinness Show March 18th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 27:49


    Today, John sits down with former Superior Court Judge Maryann Gillard to talk about ongoing concerns regarding the California Board of Parole.

    John McGinness Show March 17th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 28:30


    Today, John invites Assemblymember Josh Hoover to the program to discuss the California Board of Parole Hearings.

    John McGinness Show March 16th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 29:33


    Today, John touches on the issue of gasoline and then chats with Assemblymember David Tangipa about California's Elderly Parole Program.

    John McGinness Show March 12th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 28:24


    Today, John discusses California's proposed billionaire tax, California's Parole Board, and takes calls to chat with listeners about their thoughts.

    John McGinness Show March 11th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 29:08


    Today, John talks about California's Elderly Parole Program, potential drone strikes on the West Coast, and takes calls to hear from you.

    John McGinness Show March 10th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 27:04


    Today, John continues to discuss the California Parole Board and the Elderly Parole Program.

    The John McGinness Show March 9th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 26:34


    Mental Health and The Law

    John McGinness Show March 6th

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 26:54


    Today, John analyzes a case of home invasion and rape. Roberto De­trinidad com­mit­ted the crime in Au­gust 2013, was ar­rested in Sep­tem­ber 2014 and con­victed of the as­sault in June 2016. He recently won his parole board hearing and is set to be released from San Quentin State Prison by May 5th.

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