TJ Trout

Christie Martinez from LIBRE joins TJ to talk about The LIBRE Initiative. Which is hosting a series of free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes designed to support Spanish-speaking adults in improving their English skills for work, education, and everyday life. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't ask how some of the topics we talk about come up, we have a very weird fascination with talk about the likes of RFK and his exploits. TJ ponders his insecurities about having sex and making porn in public. Plus Meteorologist Eric Green from KOAT joins TJ to talk about the violent Midwest storms. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg joins TJ to discuss the latest in news and politics around the World. Some of the topics they talk about are Pam Bondi's replacement Todd Bowles, DOJ pardoning the Jan. 6th offenders, and the latest on Iran. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award winning Astro photographer, operates Astronomy Adventure, and New Mexico State Park Ranger for Cerrillos State Park, Peter Lipscombe joins TJ to discuss Dark Sky International Week. He talks about Star Party Events, some of the best places in the State to star gaze, and the problem with city lighting. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plastic man! Your new life with all the plastics in our bodies, according to a disturbing study that TJ read us. Then another weird pic of Trump with Jesus, and TJ has another offer to get him to try a good bowl of menudo. For Geezer rock J Geils. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political pundit, Navy veteran, and columnist Merritt Allen joins TJ to give her views on news and politics locally and around the World. They discuss the middle east, Trump vs. Jesus, and Viktor Orban, all this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the New York Times best-selling author of the book, "World on the Wing", Scott Weidensaul joins TJ to discuss his new book "Return of the Oystercatcher...Saving birds to save the planet". The uplifting story of bird recovery, reintroduction, and habitat reclamation. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The controversy continues, and probably will for awhile, but the latest Trump post of him in the image of Jesus Christ gets more harsh criticism by TJ and by even more importantly by people like the Archbishop of Santa Fe. Plus a Weekly World News roundup. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ's Cousin Jeff Lenko is a Rocket Engineer for NASA, and asnswers every question under the Moon on the successful Artemis II mission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know Human Milk can't make cheese? Lissa Knudsen from the Mouse Hole on the history of Dairy Fermentation. Forrest Stulting stops in to dish the scoop on the Isotopes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ & the cast of characters delve into what everyone is talking about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOP New Mexico Gubernatorial Candidate Doug Turner states his case why he should be the next Governor of the State of New Mexico with TJ. All this and more on News Radio KKOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CD 3 Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez joins TJ to discuss the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, as well as the the Chaco Canyon ten mile zone. Also Melania's Epstein comments, and more trouble with CYFD. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director of sales, marketing, and events at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya & Resort, Chrisie Smith joins TJ to discuss events, and celebrations that will occur for the 25th Anniversary of the Resort , Spa,and golf course etc. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you like Meow Wolf? That's an interesting question TJ poses to Trujillo and Carlyle, ohhhh kay, out of left field but he's intrigued. Then UFO's and Artemis, another dumb conspiracy. Gaba has a story about a sewage spill in the Pecos, and lastly Iran's Ten Cease Fire Proposals. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardiologist, Medical Director for New Heart, and consultant for KOAT Dr. Barry Ramo joins TJ to discuss things that can benefit your health. Some of the topics the Dr. talks about are aspirin and the heart, allergy season, and weight loss surgery. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director of the Renewable Energy Industries Association of New Mexico, Jim Desjardins joins TJ to discuss the upcoming Electrify New Mexico Conference, which happens April 9th, 2026. A full day of speakers and panels on a variety of topics related to energy technologies and solutions. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ looks at the cease fire between Iran and the U.S. with a lot of trepidation and doubt, but hopes this will be the beginning of peace, we shall keep our fingers crossed. Then on a way lighter note, he talks briefly about the upcoming NFL draft. Lastly an email bag. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg joins TJ to discuss the latest in news and politics around the World. Some of the topics they talk about are Iran and Trump, rank choice voting, and Pakistan on negotiating a cease fire between Iran and the U.S. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Secretary of the Interior, and former U.S. House of Representative from New Mexico's 1st District, and current New Mexico Gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland joins TJ to state her case in becoming new Governor for the State of New Mexico. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another bizarre day on the Trout show, first up to bat was TJ's Weekly World News roundup. Then talk about the ominous hollow threat by Trump on Iran. Lastly here we go with the Seed Sack talk, and somehow pumpkin seeds and a certain orange fictious father. All this and more on News Radio KKOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Mexico State Historian Rob Martinez joins TJ to discuss unique historical events that happened over the course of time in the State of New Mexico. He talks about the history of Easter and Catholicism in NM, guitars and instruments, and the very mysterious Los Hermanos Penitentes. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Sunday column in the Albuquerque Journal, and Dr. Jeff Nichol.com, Veterinarian Dr. Jeff Nichol joins TJ to discuss good pet care and welfare for your cats and dogs He talks about protecting your pets from certain human foods, and your prescription drugs, pet insurance, and are roadrunners dangerous to your pets?. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The day after Easter and TJ asks us what we all did to celebrate, if we did. Then TJ talks to us about how today is Dyngus Day a Polish-American holiday marking the end of Lent with lively celebrations, polka music, and traditional water-splashing rituals. Plus looking for a career change, tailors and seamstresses are in need. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the City of Albuquerque's Waste Management Department, Alex Bukowski joins TJ to discuss how to dispose of Green Waste, and electronic waste that you may have. All this on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg comes in for a special segment to discuss the latest news and politics including, Pam Bondi's firing, mail in voting, and Trump's speech. Also from Jericho Nursery, Rick Hobson joins TJ to discuss Seed Sack. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Albuquerque The Magazine, Gina Goodson joins TJ to discuss the June 2026 issue on Bigfoot in New Mexico. She discusses where there have been sightings, the lore etc., then Gina tells us also about the Foodie Feature coming up in the magazine as well. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer, for the Apple TV hit show, shot here in Albuquerque Pluribus, Trina Siopey joins TJ to talk about the Grammy winning series. She talks about the creation of the show, working with Vince Gilligan, and shooting here in Albuquerque. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes it's April 1st and it's April fools day, but no silly gags, or tricks just straight up starting hot. TJ talks about Trump and the Supreme Court, and he talks about the National Voters list. Then Artimus II is ready for launch today, let's see if if gets off the ground. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh "The Professor" Kastenberg joins TJ to discuss the latest in news and politics around the World. Some of the topics he talks about are the war with Iran, Supreme Court Rulings (Conversion Therapy, etc.) and Kristi Noem and her embarring family. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his new book "American Peril: The Violent History of Anti-Asian Racism", author Scott Kurashige reveals a 175 year cycle of scapegoating, from 19th Century lynching's, to the 1982 murder of Vincent Chin, and argues that true safety lies in multiracial solidarity, not just hate crime legislation. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ brags about a recent guest on his show (Cindy Cohn, author/internet law) appearing on Jon Stewart, he was happy we got her first. Then a Weekly World News roundup. Also an unfortunate story about Kristi Noem's husband and cross dressing. Lastly an email bag, and more all on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former EPA epidemiologist, current midwestern university adjunct, and one of the NRDC's (Natural Resources Defense Council) science officers, Vijay Limaye joins TJ to discuss EPA rollbacks that threaten public health. All this and more on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ begins Monday by reminding listeners that we are a mouthpiece for the truth, for the left, right, and center... we strive to tell it like it is. He also talks about the tens of thousands that attended the "No Kings Rally", and Gaba has a story about a local cockfighting ring, and a long email bag. All this and more on News Radio KKOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this beer Friday, TJ is joined by Ebbie Edmonston from the New Mexico Brewers Guild, and also owner of Brew Lab 101, and opening in June, 2026 Putts and Pints, Scott Salvas. All this on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Albuquerque Realtor Cheryl Marlow joins TJ to talk about the local real estate market, property taxes for Veterans, and price wars and a beauty contest and how that can effect the market. All this on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is a good day for a beer, yes today is a beer Friday, but before that hour, let's talk about what TJ talked about in hour one. First he paid up his bet at last with Carlyle, with Trujillo coming along. Unfortunately Gaba didn't go, as it was an impromptu date. Also TJ talks about the big "No KINGS rally" happening this Saturday. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From District 6 City Councilor Nicole Rodgers joins TJ to discuss many things going on in her district that will have a high impact on the City and State. She talks about the Fairgrounds, a potential stadium for the NM United, mixed home housing and renaming streets etc., that were named for the controversial Cesar Chavez. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ's old knees have been giving him problems, so now he is getting therapy, and considers surgery, but wants nothing to do with it. Then Bigfoot has a big foot print in New Mexico according to TJ and some documentation, more on that story soon to come. Lastly an email bag about Homeland Security. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardiologist, Medical Director at New Heart, and consultant for KOAT Dr. Barry Ramo discusses good health care with TJ. He talks about seasonal allergies, and the difference between heartbeats and AFib. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Animal Welfare Department of Albuquerque, Selia Velasquez, and from Community Engagement Crystal Torres, as well as three sweet kittens named Snap, Dragon, and Lilac join TJ to talk about new events happening over at the Department. They discuss adoptions/fosters, kitten and puppy season, and Bow Wow Bingo. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TJ insists that Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham should pay the TSA here in the State, he gets pushback on that idea.He does a Weekly World News roundup, and one of two weird stories Gaba brings up we all talk about. First a man who was once crucified in the bosque, and second a weird story involving solicitation, and murder. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paleontologist Spencer Lucas from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History joins TJ to discuss the latest going on at the museum. Some of the topics he talks about are, the remodeling and reopening of the museum, new T Rex news, and the climate way way back. All this and more on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.