Talkradio Countdown

7/26/25 - The Epstein Files Top This Week's List   Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of July 21st, 2025 through July 25th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES The Epstein FilesThe Economy / Trump vs PowellTrump Negotiates with CollegesU.S.-Japan Tariff DealGaza Violence-Food CrisisHouse Approves “Golden Dome” FundingICE RaidsColdplay CoupleExtreme WeatherOzzy Osbourne/Malcom Jamal Warner/Hulk Hogan/Chuck Mangione DeathsPEOPLE Donald TrumpJeffrey EpsteinGhislaine MaxwellJerome PowellMike JohnsonScott BessentMarco RubioAndy Byron / Kristin CabotOzzy Osbourne/Malcolm Jamal WarnerHulk Hogan/Chuck Mangione 

7/19/25 - Top Story This Week, The Epstein Controversy / MAGA RiftHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of July 14th, 2025 through July 18th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES The Epstein Controversy / MAGA RiftCongress Passes DOGE CutsFinancial Markets Activity / Trump vs PowellTrump TariffsICE RaidsRussia Intensifies Ukraine StrikesSCOTUS Education Dept. RulingFEMA Criticisms / Texas Floods AftermathBove NominationTrump vs Rosie O'Donnell PEOPLE Donald TrumpJeffrey EpsteinPam Bondi / Dan BonginoGhislaine MaxwellJerome PowellStephen MillerVladimir PutinKristi Noem / David RichardsonEmil BoveRosie O'Donnell

7/12/25 - Deadly Texas Floods And Warning System Scrutiny Top This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of July 7th, 2025 through July 11th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESDeadly Texas Floods / Warning System ScrutinyEpstein “Client List” MysterySCOTUS Mass Firings Ruling / IRS Churches RulingJudge Blocks Birthright Citizenship OrderICE Raids / Masked Agents ControversyRussia Bomb Kyiv / Trump-Putin TensionsTrump TariffsMusk's “America Party”Netanyahu-Trump VisitIran Nuclear Capabilities PEOPLEDonald TrumpJeffrey EpsteinPam BondiStephen MillerKaroline LeavittVladimir PutinElon MuskBenjamin NetanyahuGreg AbbottJerome Powel

7/5/25 - The Big Beautiful Bill Tops This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of June 30th, 2025 through July 4th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESBig, Beautiful BillTrump-Musk FeudThe Economy / Trump vs PowellU.S.-Japan Trade TalksParamount Settles Trump SuitIran Nuclear CapabilitiesTrump Threatens MamdaniSCOTUS to Hear Trans Athletes CaseIsrael-Gaza Violence / Trump Stops Weapons to UkraineKohberger Pleads GuiltyPEOPLEDonald TrumpMike JohnsonElon MuskHakeem JeffriesJerome PowellShari RedstoneZohran MamdaniAyatollah Ali KhameneiBenjamin NetanyahuBryan Kohberger

6/28/25 - The Iran Bombing Strikes Aftermath Is #1 This WeekHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of June 23rd, 2025 through June 27th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES Iran Strikes AftermathMAGA “Civil War”Trump at NATOBig, Beautiful BillICE Raids / SCOTUS Deportation RulingMamdani NYC Primary VictoryPowell Testimony / Trump Fed NominationSCOTUS Planned Parenthood RulingASIP RSV Recommendation Bezos-Sanchez WeddingPEOPLE Donald TrumpAyatollah Ali KhameneiPete HegsethMarjorie Taylor Greene / Rand PaulTucker Carlson / Steven K. BannonMark RutteMike Johnson  Zohran Mamdani / Andrew CuomoJerome PowellJeff Bezos / Lauren Sanchez

6/21/25 - The Israel-Iran Conflict Tops The List This Week  Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of June 16, 2025 through June 20th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com             STORIES Israel-Iran Conflict / Trump Mulls InvolvementMAGA “Civil War”ICE Raids / Protests & ArrestsRussia-Ukraine WarHortman Assassination / Lawmakers Safety ConcernsSCOTUS Transgender RulingBig, Beautiful Bill / Fed Holds on Interest RatesDC Military ParadeTariffs / China Trade NegotiationsHurricane ErickPEOPLEDonald TrumpBenjamin Netanyahu / Ayatollah Ali KhameneiPete Hegseth / Tulsi GabbardVladimir PutinTucker Carlson / Steven K. BannonBrad Lander / Alex Padilla /Kristi NoemVance Boelter / Melissa HortmanJerome PowellBarack Obama

6/14/25 - The LA Protests And Trump Calls In The Military Share #1 This WeekHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of June 9th, 2025 through June 13th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESLA Protests / Trump Calls in MilitaryBig, Beautiful Bill / Trump Musk FeudU.S.-Iran Tensions / Middle East Diplomats RecalledU.S.-China Trade Negotiations / TariffsSaturday's Military ParadeRussia-Ukraine WarFEMA Phaseout / RFK Jr Fires CDC Vaccine PanelIsrael-Gaza Unrest / Greta Thunberg DeportedBrian Wilson DiesAir India CrashPEOPLEDonald TrumpGavin Newsom / Karen BassElon MuskMike JohnsonBenjamin Netanyahu / Greta ThunbergHoward LutnickXi JinpingVladimir PutinRFK Jr. Brian Wilson

6/7/25 - The Trump/Musk War Tops This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of June 2nd, 2025 through June 6th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESTrump-Musk WarBig, Beautiful Bill / National Debt / Debt CeilingMedicaid CutsTrump vs Harvard & ColumbiaICE Raids / DeportationsTrump Doubles Steel & Aluminum Tariffs / U.S.-China Trade WarColorado Fire AttackBiden Health Coverup / Biden Actions InvestigationUkraine Drone Strikes on Russia / Deadly Gaza ViolenceTravel Ban / Iran NukesPEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskMike JohnsonRand Paul / Mike LeeLinda McMahonXi JinpingVolodymyr ZelenskyJoe BidenMohamed SolimanBenjamin Netanyahu

5/31/25 - #1 This Week, The Big, Beautiful Bill / National DebtHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of May 26th, 2025 through May 30th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESBig, Beautiful Bill / National DebtTrump Tariffs RulingTrump vs Harvard / Chinese Student Visas PolicyMusk to Leave DOGEIsrael-Gaza War / Iran Nuclear TalksRussia-Ukraine War / Trump-Putin TensionsFBI-ICE ArrestsGolden Dome Defense SystemPardons & CommutationsDiddy TrialPEOPLEDonald TrumpMike JohnsonAlan GarberElon MuskBenjamin NetanyahuVladimir PutinXi JinpingJake TapperTodd & Julie ChrisleySean “Diddy” Combs

5/24/25 - #1 This Week, The Big, Beautiful Bill / Medicaid-SNAP CutsHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of May 19th, 2025 through May 23rd, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES Big, Beautiful Bill / Medicaid-SNAP CutsThe Economy / U.S. Bond RatingBiden Health CoverupDeadly Jewish Museum AttackGolden Dome Defense SystemTrump-Ramaphosa MeetingImmigration / SCOTUS Venezuelan Gang RulingTariffs / U.S.-China Trade WarPentagon Accepts Qatar JetAndrew Cuomo Investigation / Jim Irsay DiesPEOPLEDonald TrumpMike JohnsonScott BessentJoe Biden-Jake TapperCyril RamaphosaXi JinpingVladimir PutinElon MuskAndrew CuomoJim Irsay

5/17/25 - Trump's Middle East Trip Tops This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of May 12th, 2025 through May 16th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS Trump's Middle East TripBig, Beautiful Bill / Medicaid CutsBirthright Citizenship Case / Universal InjunctionsAlien Enemies Act / Deportations / WI Judge CaseTariffs / U.S.-China Trade WarRussia-Ukraine Peace TalksTapper & Thompson's Biden BookAir Traffic Control TroublesDiddy Trial Menendez Brothers CasePEOPLE Donald TrumpMike JohnsonClarence Thomas / Brett Kavanaugh / Amy Coney BarrettHannah DuganXi JimpingVolodymyr Zelenski / Vladimir PutinJoe Biden / David PlouffeSean DuffySean "Diddy" Combs / Cassie VenturaEric and Lyle Menendez 

5/10/25 - Tariffs / The Economy / UK Trade Deal 3 Way Tie For #1Host Doug Stephan along with Kevin Casey, VP/Executive Editor of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of May 5tht, 2025 through May 9th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS Tariffs / The Economy / UK Trade DealAlien Enemies Act / DeportationsBig, Beautiful Bill / Medicaid CutsIndia-Pakistan Tensions / Russia-Ukraine WarNewark Airport Woes / Air Traffic Control StaffingThe ConclaveDOJ to Drop Abortion Pill SuitsTrump's Alcatraz OrderSurgeon General Nominee /  RFK Jr. Columbia Pro-Palestinian ProtestsPEOPLE Donald TrumpJerome PowellScott BessentMike JohnsonKeir Starmer / Mark CarneySean DuffyJ.D. VanceRFK Jr.Janette Nesheiwat / Casey MeansElon Musk

5/3/25 - Trump's First 100 Days Ia At Number One                    Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of APRIL 28th, 2025 through May 2nd, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump's First 100 Days / Polling NumbersTariffs / U.S.-China Trade War / The EconomyU.S.-Ukraine Minerals DealRussia-Ukraine WarDOGE / Musk and TeslaCanadian ElectionsDeportations / Abrego Garcia CaseTrump vs HarvardKamala Harris Speaks OutBelichick-Girlfriend FlapPEOPLE Donald TrumpXi JinpingVolodymyr ZelenskyVladimir PutinElon MuskJ.D. VanceMark CarneyKilmar Abrego GarciaJoe Biden / Kamala HarrisBill Belichick / Jordon Hudson

4/26/25 - Tariffs Top The Chart This WeekHost Doug Stephan along with Kevin Casey, VP/Executive Editor of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of April 21st, 2025 through April 25th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS Tariffs / U.S.-China Trade WarFinancial Markets / Fed Chair Powell's StatusRussia-Ukraine War / Israel-Gaza WarAbrego Garcia Deportation CasePope Francis DiesGoogle Anti-Trust Ruling/Meta Anti-Trust CaseHegseth Signal Chat ControversyIran Nuclear TalksState Dept. Reorganization“60 Minutes” Producer QuitsPEOPLEDonald TrumpXi JinpingJerome PowellVolodymyr ZelenskyKilmar Abrego GarciaPope FrancisJ.D. VanceElon MuskPete HegsethBill Owens

4/19/25 - The Abrego Garcia Deportation Case Is #1Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of April 14th, 2025 through April 18th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSAbrego Garcia Deportation Case/Judge Threatens Contempt ChargesTrump vs HarvardTariffs / U.S.-China Trade War / Powell SpeechMeta Anti-Trust CaseFCC's Carr Threatens Comcast / Trump's 60 Minutes CriticismDOGEU.S. – Iran Nuclear TalksRussia – Ukraine War / Israel-Gaza WarBernie Sanders-AOC RalliesRFK Jr Promises Autism Cause PEOPLEDonald TrumpKilmar Abrego Garcia/Nayib BukeleAlan GarberPam BondiJerome Powell / Xi JinpingMark Zuckerberg / Elon MuskBrendan CarrVladimir Putin / Volodymyr ZelenskyBernie Sanders / AOCRFK Jr 

4/12/25 - The Trump Tariffs Top This Week's List4/19/25 - The Abrego Garcia Deportation Case Is #1STORIES Trump Tariffs/U.S. vs ChinaFinancial Markets Activity/Recession FearsDeportations- Detentions-Visa RevocationsSCOTUS Gangsters RulingDOGE/Universities Funding FreezeU.S.-Iran Nuclear TalksRussia-Ukraine War/Israel-Gaza WarBernie Sanders Rallies-CNN Town Hall-“Hands Off” ProtestsHHS Job Cuts/Health Care/VaccinesSevere Weather in Mid-South/NCAA Hoops ChampionshipsPEOPLE Donald TrumpJ.D. VanceElon MuskHoward Lutnick / Scott BessentXi JinpingBenjamin NetanyahuVladimir PutinKilmar Abrego GarciaRFK Jr.Karoline Leavitt

3/29/25 - The Signal Chat Controversy Comes In At #1 This WeekHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of March 24th, 2025 through March 28th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSSignal Chat ControversyThe Economy-Jobs-InflationTrump Tariffs / Trump versus JudiciaryMusk-DOGE Activities / Federal Firings and Cutbcks / Tesla Under AttackIsrael-Hamas War / Russia-Ukraine War Stefanik Withdrawn for U.N. NominationICE Deportation CrackdownFirst Amendment Issues / GOP Town Halls Big Tech / Misinformation / Censorship / Healthcare-Vaccines March Madness / MLB Season OpensPEOPLEDonald Trump / Elon MuskBenjamin NetanyahuVladimir Putin Volodymyr Zelenskyy Pete Hegseth / Tulsi Gabbard / Mike Waltz Jeffrey GoldbergElise StefanikRobert F. Kennedy, Jr.JD Vance / Marco RubioKaroline Leavitt

3/22/25 - At #1, Trump's Plan To Dismantle Department Of EducationHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of March 17th, 2025 through March 21st, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump to Dismantle Department of EducationTrump versus JudiciaryThe Economy-Jobs- InflationMusk-DOGE Activities / Federal Firings Israel-Hamas War-Gaza Cease Fire Broken / Russia-Ukraine War Astronauts ReturnICE Deportation CrackdownFirst Amendment Issues / GOP Town HallsBig Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipHealthcare / Avian (Bird) Flu / Measles OutbreakPEOPLEDonald Trump / Elon MuskBenjamin NetanyahuVladimir Putin Volodymyr Zelenskyy  Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.Jeff BezosMike JohnsonJohn Roberts / James BloasbergButch Wilmore / Suni Williams JD Vance / Marco Rubio 

3/15/25 - GOP Budget And Government Shutdown Threat Top This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of March 10th, 2025 through March 14th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS GOP Budget/Government Shutdown ThreatTrump's Trade War/Financial Markets PlungeMusk-DOGE ActivitiesDepartment of Education EliminationRussia-Ukraine WarEPA DeregulationGreenland ElectionsIsrael-Hamas WarU.S.-Canada RelationsBig Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipPEOPLE Donald TrumpElon MuskVladimir Putin/Volodymyr Zelenskyy Benjamin NetanyahuHoward Lutnick/Doug FordChuck SchumerJD Vance Linda McMahonMike JohnsonJens-Frederik Nielsen

3/8/25 - Number 1 This Week, Trump's Speech To CongressHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of March 3rd, 2025 through March 7th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump Speach To CongressTrump Tariff Whiplash / EconomyTrump-Musk RelationshipMusk-DOGE Activities / Federal Firings Russia-Ukraine WarIsrael-Hamas WarICE Deportation CrackdownTrump First Amendment Issues / GOP Town HallsBig Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipHealthcare / Avian (Bird) Flu / Measles OutbreakPEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskVladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy Benjamin NetanyahuJD VanceRobert F. Kennedy, JrJeff BezosMike JohnsonPete HegsethAl Green

3/1/25 - The Trump/Musk Relationship Remains At #1Host Doug Stephan along with Kevin Casey Vice President and Executive Editor  of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of February 24th, 2025 through February 28th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump-Musk Relationship / Trump Cabinet MeetingMusk-doE Activities / Federal Firings U.S. Foreign Policy / Russia-Ukraine War / Israel-Hamas War/ NATOUnemployment Numbers-Inflation-Trump Tariff War / Stock Market Instability ICE Deportation Crackdown / FBI TurmoilTrump First Amendment Issues / GOP Town HallsBig Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipHealthcare / Avian (Bird) Flu / Measles Outbreak LGBTQ IssuesDeaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskVladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy Keir Starmer / Emmanuel MacronBenjamin NetanyahuJD Vance / Kash Patel / Karoline Leavitt Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.Jeff BezosMike Johnson      10.  Gene Hackman - Betsy Arakawa 

2/22/25 - The Trump/Musk Relationship Tops This Week's ChartHost Doug Stephan along with Kevin Casey Vice President and Executive Editor  of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of February 17th, 2025 through February 21st, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump-Musk Relationship Musk-DOGE Activities / Federal Firings U.S. Foreign Policy / Russia-Ukraine War / Israel-Hamas WarICE Deportation CrackdownTrump Nomination Confirmations - Kash Patel NYC Mayor Adams ActivitiesEconomy-Inflation-Trump Tariff War / Stock Market Instability Big Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipHealthcare / Bird Flu / Measles Outbreak  McConnell Decision not to Run Again / Eric Adams Activities  PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskVladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy Kash Patel / Marco RubioBenjamin NetanyahuJD Vance / Pam Bondi / Karoline Leavitt Jeff Bezos / Mark Zuckerberg Eric Adams  Mitch McConnellSteve Bannon

2/15/25 -  #1 - Trump-Musk Oval Office Press Conference & Trump Gaza IntentionsHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of February 10th, 2025 through February 14th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump-Musk Oval Office Press Conference / Trump Gaza Intentions Musk-DOGE Activities / Federal Firings U.S. Foreign Policy / Russia-Ukraine War / Israel-Hamas WarTrump Nomination Hearings and Confirmations ICE Migrant Deportation Crackdown / FBI-DOJ Issues / NYC Mayor Adams ActivitiesEconomy-Inflation- Trump Tariff War Big Tech / Misinformation / CensorshipHealthcare / Bird Flu Gulf of America / Discontinuation of Pennies LGBTQ Issues PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskBenjamin Netanyahu / Vladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy Robert F. Kennedy, Jr / Tulsi Gabbard / Kash PatelJoe Biden Xi Jinping Marco Rubio / Pam Bondi / Karoline LeavittJeff Bezos / Mark Zuckerberg JD Vance  Eric Adams

2/8/25 - Trump Gaza Press Conference & Israel-Hamas War Share #1Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of February 2nd, 2025 through February 7th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSTrump Gaza Press Conference / Israel-Hamas WarMusk USAID-DOGE Activities Trump Nomination Hearings ICE Migrant Deportation Crackdown / FBI-DOJ IssuesAA Crash Aftermath / Trump DEI Remarks and PoliciesTariff War / U.S. Foreign Policy The Economy / Healthcare-Bird FluBig Tech Russia-Ukraine WarLGBTQ Issues-Transgender Women in Sports  PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskBenjamin NetanyahuRobert F. Kennedy, Jr / Kash PatelMarco Rubio / Pam BondiJoe Biden Xi Jinping Jeff Bezos / Mark Zuckerberg / Bill GatesVladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy JD Vance / Karoline Leavitt

2/1/25 - Trump's Confirmation Hearings Takes The Top Spot This WeekHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of January 27th, 2025 through January 31st, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS Trump Confirmation Hearings AA Flight 5342 CrashAviation SafetyTrump DEI Remarks and PoliciesU.S. Healthcare SystemICE Migrant Deportation Crackdown  The Economy / DOGE Activities / Fed Funding Freeze and Overturn U.S. Foreign Policy / Tariffs  Israel-Hamas War - Hostages ReleaseRussia-Ukraine War PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskRobert F. Kennedy, JrTulsi GabbardPete Hegseth / Marco RubioJoe Biden Vivek Ramaswamy Jeff Bezos / Mark ZuckerbergBenjamin Netanyahu / Vladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi JinpingJD Vance

1/25/25 - A Special Look Back At Monday's InaugurationHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, take a look back at Monday's Inauguration and Trump's first few days in office. Talkers Magazine is The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com

1/18/25 - #1 This Week, The Los Angeles County WildfiresHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of January 13th, 2025 through January 17th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSLos Angeles County Wildfires Presidential Transition - Trump Appointments and Nominations  Trump Legal Issues / Biden Farewell Address / Biden's PardonsTrump Positions on Foreign Policy Israel-Hamas War - Cease Fire on HoldEconomy-DOGE / Health Care / Climate ChangeMigrant Crisis / Crime / HomelessnessBig Tech Influence / Facebook Censorship Changes / TikTokRussia-Ukraine WarRudy Giuliani Legal Issues    PEOPLEDonald TrumpJoe Biden Karen Bass / Gavin NewsomElon MuskPete HegsethBenjamin Netanyahu Antony BlinkenRobert F. Kennedy, Jr. / Vivek RamaswamyJack Smith/Rudy GiulianiVladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping 

1/11/25.- The Los Angeles County Wildfires Tops This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of January 6th, 2024 through January 10th, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICSLos Angeles County Wildfires Trump Legal Issues - Hush Money CasePresidential Transition - Trump Appointments and Nominations  Trump Positions on Canada, Greenland, Denmark, Panama, MexicoJimmy Carter State FuneralEconomy-DOGE / Health Care / Climate ChangeMigrant Crisis / Crime / HomelessnessFacebook Censorship Changes / Tik TokIsrael-Hamas War / Russia-Ukraine WarWinter WeatherPEOPLEDonald TrumpKaren Bass / Gavin NewsomJimmy CarterJoe Biden Elon MuskBarack Obama / George W. Bush / Bill ClintonJustin Trudeau Vivek RamaswamyRobert F. Kennedy, Jr.Benjamin Netanyahu / Vladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping 

1/4/25 - 2024 Retrospectives And 2025 Predictions Top This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of December 30th, 2024 through January 3rd, 2025. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES/TOPICS2024 Retrospectives / 2025 Predictions Presidential Transition - Trump Appointments and Nominations - Mike Johnson's Speakership - Pardons - SCOTUS Report New Orleans Terror Attack / Cybertruck ExplosionJimmy Carter DiesEconomy - Inflation - Debt Ceiling - TariffsMigrant-Border Crisis / Crime / Homelessness Health Care / Anxiety   Israel Attacks in Gaza / Russia-Ukraine War / S. Korean Political Turmoil Big Tech Influence / Media Bias / Fireworks Accidents / Jeju Airline Crash Puerto Rico Power Loss / Winter Weather - Climate Change - College FootballPEOPLEDonald TrumpJimmy CarterJoe Biden Elon MuskMike Johnson / Kamala Harris John Roberts JD Vance Vivek RamaswamyRobert F. Kennedy, Jr.Benjamin Netanyahu / Vladimir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping / Yoon Suk Yeol

12/28/24 - The Year's Top Topics In ReviewHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of December 23rd through December 27th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIES2024 ElectionTrump Legal IssuesMigrant Crisis / Economy-InflationCrime / Race RelationsHealthcare System / Anxiety / Abortion RightsIsrael at War / Russia-Ukraine WarNational Disasters / Climate ChangeBig Tech Influence / Media Bias / Chaiging Technology-AILGBTQ Rights / Polital Correctness-WokenessNunter Biden Issues / ScandalsPEOPLEDONALD TRUMPJoe Biden / Kamala HarrisElon MuskJD Vance / Tim Walz / Mike JohnsonBenjamin NetanyahuVladimar Putin / Volodymyr ZelenskyXi Jinping / Kim Jong UnVivek Ramaswamy / Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.Barack Obama / Hillary Clinton / Hunter BidenJeff Bezos / Mark Zuckerberg

 12/21/24 - #1 Topic This Week, The Mangione Murder CaseHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of December 16th through December 20th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com STORIESMangione Murder Case / Health CareTrump Nominations and AppointmentsGovernment Shutdown StruggleDOGE-Economy-Inflation-Tariffs-Stock Market  Migrant-Border Crisis / Madison School Shootings / CrimeDronesRussia-Ukraine War / Middle East UnrestPelicot Rape CaseBig Tech Influence / Media Corruption-BiasAmazon Workers Strike PEOPLEDonald TrumpLuigi Mangione / Brian Thompson Joe Biden / Elon Musk Vivek Ramaswamy / Robert F. Kennedy, JrBenjamin Netanyahu / Vladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy       6. Gisèle Pelicot        7. Jeff Bezos       8. Natalie Rupnow       9. Nancy Pelosi / Fani Willis / Mike Johnson    10. Xi Jinping  

12/14/24 - CEO Murder Suspect Apprehended/Health Care Tops The ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of December 8th through December 13th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com STORIES CEO Murder Suspect Apprehended / Health CareTrump Nominations and AppointmentsTrump Tariff-Trade War Plans  Migrant-Border / Economy / CrimeBiden PardonsDOGE / Trump-Musk-Ramaswamy Relationship Russia-Ukraine War / Israel-Hezbollah Cease FireSyria OverthrowAbortion Rights Big Tech Influence / Media BiasPEOPLEDonald TrumpLuigi Mangione / Brian Thompson Joe BidenElon MuskVivek RamaswamyPete HegsethRobert F. Kennedy, JrBashar al-AssadBenjamin NetanyahuVladmir Putin / Xi Jinping 

12/7/24 - #1 This Week, Trumps Nominations And AppointmentsHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of December 2nd through December 6th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESTrump Nominations and AppointmentsTrump Tariff Plans  Hunter Biden PardonMigrant-Border/Economy/CrimeDOGE / Trump-Musk-Ramaswamy Relationship Russia-Ukraine WarIsrael-Hezbollah Cease Fire/South Korea TurmoilFatal Shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian ThompsonAbortion/Health Care Big Tech Influence / Media Bias PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskVivek RamaswamyJoe Biden/Hunter BidenPete HegsethRobert F. Kennedy, JrBrian ThompsonClaudia Sheinbaum/Justin Trudeau/Emmanuel MacronBenjamin Netanyahu     Vladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy /Xi Jinping/Yoon Suk Yeol 

11/30/24 - Trump's Tariff Announcement Tops The ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of November 25th through November 29th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIESTrump Tariff Announcement-Reaction Trump Department-Administration Nominations-Appointments   Migrant-Border Crisis/EconomyIsrael-Hezbollah Cease FireDOGE Trump-Musk RelationshipAbortion/Health CareRussia-Ukraine WarBig Tech/Media BiasThanksgiving-Black Friday PEOPLEDonald TrumpElon MuskVivek RamaswamyJoe BidenClaudia Sheinbaum Justin Trudeau/Xi Jinping Benjamin Netanyahu     JD VanceVladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Kim Jong UnKamala Harris

11/23/24 - Trump Appointments And The Presidential Transition Top The ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of November 18th through November 22nd, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIESTrump Appointments / Presidential Transition Matt Gaetz Drops Out  The Economy Migrant-Border Crisis / CrimeAbortion / Health Care / EducationRussia-Ukraine WarU.S.-Israel RelationsClimate Change / Race Relations / Trans-Gender Congressional IssuesBig Tech / Media Corruption-Bias / First Amendment IssuesJake Paul-Mike Tyson Fight PEOPLEDonald TrumpMatt Gaetz / Pete HegsethJoe BidenJD Vance / Kamala HarrisElon Musk / Robert Kennedy, Jr. / Vivek RamaswamyTulsi Gabbard / Marco Rubio / Linda McMahonBenjamin NetanyahuVladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping / Kim Jong UnSarah McBride / Nancy Mace / Mike Johnson / Pam BondiMike Tyson / Jake Paul 

11/16/24 - The Election Aftermath and "Postmortem" Tops The ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of November 11th through November 15th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  STORIESElection Aftermath and "Postmortem" Trump Controversial Appointments  The Economy Migrant-Border CrisisAbortion / Health CareRussia-Ukraine WarU.S.-Israel RelationsClimate Change / Race Relations /Gender RelationsBig Tech / Media Corruption-BiasCrime / Homelessness PEOPLEDonald TrumpJD VanceKamala Harris/Joe BidenElon Musk/Robert Kennedy, Jr.Matt Gaetz/Pete HegsethTulsi Gabbard   Marco RubioMike Huckabee/Kristi Noem/Doug BurgumBenjamin NetanyahuVladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping / Kim Jong Un

11/9/24 - Surprise! The Presidential Election Tops This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of November 4th through November 8th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIESPresidential Election - Trump Wins Presidency Election "Postmortem"  The Economy Migrant-Border CrisisAbortion / Health CareRussia-Ukraine WarMiddle East ViolenceClimate Change / Race Relations /Gender RelationsBig Tech / Media Corruption-BiasCrime / Homelessness  PEOPLEDonald TrumpKamala HarrisJoe BidenJD VanceBenjamin Netanyahu  Vladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping / Kim Jong UnElon MuskRobert Kennedy, Jr.Tim WalzJack Smith/Susie Wiles

11/2/24 - Once Again The Presidential Race Is #1Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of October 28 through November 1st, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  STORIESPresidential Race – MAGA MSG Event – Puerto Rico - "Garbage" Flaps - Polls - Election IntegrityMigrant-Border Issues  The Economy - Inflation - Tariffs - HousingAbortion / Health CareClimate Change / Race Relations Middle East Violence Russia-Ukraine War Elon Musk Activities / Big Tech / Media CorruptionCrime / Guns Halloween / World Series  PEOPLEKamala Harris / Donald TrumpTim Walz / JD VanceJoe BidenBejamin Netanyahu  Vladmir Putin / Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Xi Jinping / Kim Jon UnElon MuskRobert Kennedy, Jr.Tony HinchcliffeJoe RoganJack Smith

10/26/24 - The Presidential Race Continues To Top The ChartHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of October 21st through October 25th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com                                      STORIES Presidential Race – Kamala Harris on CNN – Donald Trump at McDonalds – Media Election BiasGen. Kelly Trump Fascist Statements / Trump Legal IssuesEscalation Fears in Middle East Violence / Russia-Ukraine War – North Korean InvolvementThe Economy – Inflation – TariffsElon Musk Money to Voters Giveaway / Big TechAbortion Rights / Health Care / Climate Change / Race RelationsMcDonalds E. coli OutbreakMenendez Murder CaseDisney Price HikeMLB Playoffs – World Series BeginsPEOPLE Kamala Harris / Donald TrumpTim Walz / JD VanceBejamin Netanyahu / Yahya SinwarVladmir Putin / Volodymyr ZelenskyyJohn F. KellyElon MuskJoe BidenMenendez BrothersJack SmithAaron Judge / Shohei Ohtani

10/19/24 - The Presidential Race Remains On TopHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of October 14th through October 18th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  STORIES Presidential Race – Kamala Harris on FOX – Donald Trump's Musical Town HallHurricanes Helene and Milton Aftermath – Relief Efforts- Climate Change Escalation of Middle East Violence - Yahya Sinwar KilledThe Economy – Inflation – TariffsDonald Trump's Legal IssuesAbortion Rights/Health CareRussia-Ukraine WarRace RelationsBig TechMLB PlayoffsPEOPLEKamala HarrisDonald TrumpYahya SinwarJD Vance/Tim WalzBret BaierBenjamin NetanyahuVladmir Putin/Volodymyr ZelenskyyJack SmithElon MuskLiam Payne

10/12/24 - No Surprise That The Presidential Race Stays At #1Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of October 7th through October 11th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  STORIES Presidential RaceHurricanes Helene and Milton  Escalation of Middle East ViolenceThe Economy – Inflation - Mortgage Rates/TD Bank $3 Billion FineTrump's Legal Issues/Trump-CBS Flap/Trump-Putin RelationshipAbortion Rights/Health CareRussia-Ukraine WarEthel Kennedy Dies/Tiffany Trump PregnantMLB PlayoffsColorado Tourist Mine AccidentPEOPLEDonald TrumpKamala HarrisJD VanceTim WalzBenjamin NetanyahuVladmir Putin/Volodymyr ZelenskyyJack SmithElon MuskRon DeSantisTiffany Trump/Ethel Kennedy

10/5/24 - The Presidential Race Remains At #1Host Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of September 30th through October 4th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  

9/28/24 - The Presidential Race Claims The Top Spot AgainHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of September 23rd through September 27th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com  STORIES Presidential Race – Polls - DirtEscalation of Israel-Hezbollah ViolenceThe Economy – Inflation - JobsNYC Mayor Adams Criminally IndictedMigration CrisisAbortionMelania Trump Book/Violence – Guns - CrimeRussia-Ukraine War-U.S. AidUNGA MeetingHelene Becomes Hurricane/Climate ChangePEOPLE Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpJoe BidenJD VanceTim WalzBenjamin Netanyahu/Vladmir PutinEric AdamsValdimir ZelenskyyMelania TrumpElon Musk 

9/20/24 - The Presidential Race Remains At The Top Of This Week's ListHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of September 16th  through September 20th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIES Presidential Race - PollsMigrant Crisis/Springfield, OH ControversyIsrael-Hamas War – Hezbollah Pagers and Walkie Talkie ExplosionsThe Economy – Inflation- Interest RatesRussia-Ukraine WarTrump Legal IssuesTrump-Loomer Relationship Questioned NC GOP Gov Candidate Scandal Violence and GunsNYC Mayor Administration ProbedPEOPLEKamala HarrisDonald TrumpJD VanceJoe BidenTim WalzBenjamin Netanyahu/Vladmir PutinEric Adams/Mark RobinsonElon MuskLaura Loomer Taylor Swift

9/14/24 - The Debate And Presidential Race Occupy The #1 PositionHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of September 9th  through September 14th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIES Presidential Race – ABC News DebateAbortionTrump Legal IssuesThe Economy-Inflation-Health CareU.S. Migrant Crisis – Debunked Haitian Pet Eating   Israel-Hamas WarRussia-Ukraine WarNYC Police Chief Commissioner ResignsSpace X Polaris Mission9/11 RemembrancesPEOPLE Kamala Harris/Donald TrumpJD Vance/Tim WalzJoe BidenVladmir Putin/Benjamin NetanyahuViktor Orban/Volodymyr ZelenskyyJack Smith/Scott McAfee David Muir/Linsey DavisEdwin CabanElon MuskTaylor Swift/Laura Loomer

9/7/24 - The Presidential Race & Russian Election Interference Top The ListSTORIES Presidential Race/Russian Election InterferenceGeorgia School ShootingTrump Legal Issues/Hunter Biden Guilty PleaThe Economy-InflationU.S. Migrant CrisisIsrael-Hamas WarRussia-Ukraine WarAbortionNew French Prime MinisterNew NFL Season/X Advertiser Pull OutPEOPLEDonald TrumpKamala HarrisJ.D. VanceTim WalzJoe Biden/Hunter BidenJack SmithVladimir Putin/Benjamin NetanyahuMichel BarnierElon MuskColt Gray/Colin Gray/Mason Schermerhorn/Christian Angulo/Richard Aspinwall/Christina Irimie

8/31/24 - The Presidential Race - Microphone Muting Debate & CNN Interview Share #1 SpotHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of August 26th  through August 30th, 2024. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.com   STORIES Presidential Race/Microphone Muting Debate/CNN InterviewArlington National Cemetery IncidentTrump Legal IssuesThe Economy-InflationU.S. Migrant CrisisIsrael-Hezbollah Tensions RiseRussia-Ukraine WarZuckerberg Facebook Covid-19 Censorship RegretsAbortionTexas Megachurch Scandal PEOPLEKamala HarrisDonald TrumpTim WalzJ.D. VanceJoe BidenJack SmithVladimir Putin/Benjamin NetanyahuMark ZuckerbergRobert SmithDana Bash