John McGinness
John McGinness hosts a weekday afternoon show from 3-4pm on KFBK, a news/talk radio station. The podcast features his commentary and discussions on current events and issues.
Episodes
The state of California is too lenient on Criminals - August 24th
A UC Davis student accused of dealing drugs while on probation for killing a 14 year old when she was a juvenile has been given a free-ride at a California UC. What? Yeah, now she's caught again. All of this courtesy of State lawmakers. The John McGinness Show.
California Energy Commission making you buy specific tires - August 21st
Today on The John McGinness Show the California Energy Commission is moving forward with rules that would require Californians to buy certain tires based on rolling resistance standards to improve battery range and fuel efficiency, with phase one beginning in 2029 and phase two in 2033. Critics argue the regulations could hurt mom-and-pop tire shops, drive consumers to buy tires out of state, and
"Stop Nick Shirley Act" seems to ruffle feathers in California - August 20th
Today on The John McGinness Show the debate over the "Stop Nick Shirley Act", also known as AB 2624, may reveal where Californians place their priorities, with supporters arguing there is no reason to be upset if an untrained citizen journalist is simply documenting and reporting what they see. Others contend that anyone opposed to the bill should clearly explain their concerns as callers weigh in
Attorney General Michael Gates joins the Sheriff - August 19th
Today on the John McGinness Show academia is facing growing concerns over grade inflation, with many colleges reporting that incoming students are increasingly unprepared for college-level work. As schools reinstate SAT requirements, some institutions are discovering that students struggle with basic math skills, including fractions, raising questions about educational standards. Meanwhile, debate
Rising Deaths on Highway 50 - August 18th
Today on the John McGuinness Show, Mark Larson fills in for the sheriff and talks about drivers on Highway 50 are increasingly reporting reckless behavior, including speeding, aggressive driving, and motorists suspected of driving under the influence, contributing to a rise in serious crashes and traffic deaths. State officials say California is investing in enforcement, DUI prevention efforts, an
Excusing Shoplifting Due to Poverty - August 17th
Two lawmakers in California and New York are proposing legislation that forces crime to *not be punished. Is it absurd? The John McGinness Show.
The John McGinness Show August 14th
Amanda Blackwood in for John McGinness discussing Sacramento's School District and Measure "M".
The John McGinness Show August 13th
The Sheriff is not happy that Gov. Newsome is giving away electricity, and Councilwoman Rosario Rodriguez joins John in studio
John McGinness Show August 12
A criminal illegal alien kills a person sitting in their own garage in Martinez, and Don Wagner joins John--Republican running for Secretary of State in California.
John McGinness Show August 11th
California and taxes and taxes and.....
John McGinness Show August 10th
The Sheriff is seeking the truth from Dr. Fauci and Congressmen Kevin Kiley joins the program.
John McGinness Show August 7th
Jeanine Piro and the reflecting pool, Education in California and Michelle Steeb joins John to discuss Homelesness solutions
John McGinness Show August 6th
Amanda Blackwood is in for The Sheriff, talking ballot propositions with Rob Stutzman and Andrew Acosta
The John McGinness Show Aug. 5th
Amanda Blackwood in for John, with Jim Wonderman from California Forever, and Joshua Arce from California for Jobs.
The John McGinness
Amanda Blackwood in for John. How chatbots and AI 'friends" are ruining mental health, especially of our children.
The John McGinness Show August 3rd
Amanda Blackwood in for John , with Lauren Zelt--Executive Director of Protecting American Consumers Together.
John McGinness Show July 31st - California Politics
John welcomes candidate for Ca Controller, Herb Morgan. Then a conversation on a new bill that handcuffs the Private Security industry. SB1203. The John McGinness Show.
John McGinness Show July 30th - Election Integrity Poll
A new poll lays out the concerns and wishes of American voters. Then Artificial Intelligence as a medical tool. The John McGinness Show.
The John McGinness Show July 29th
A proposed California law, AB 2108, would create a statewide diversion program and is being opposed by proponents of the tough on crime Prop 36 which was approved in 2025.
John McGinness Show July 28th
Jon Coupal of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association joins John to discuss the legacy of Prop 13. And then the Prop 43 initiative proposed to close a Prop 13 loophole. The John McGinness Show.
John McGinness Show July 24th
Today, John takes a look at a federal lawsuit that could upend California’s in-state tuition policies and increase college costs for undocumented students, the effects of AI in classrooms, and California's farm to school program.
John also says goodbye to his technical producer Noel Ballard as she leaves for Germany.
John McGinness Show July 7th
Today, John shares his thoughts on potential members and members of the US Legislature.
The John McGinness Show July 23rd
Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and invites Tim Rosales, the President and CEO of The Rosales Agency and competitive high school soccer coach to the program. They discuss FIFA and the high cost of competitive sports.
John McGinness Show July 22nd
Today, John McGinness talks with John Vignocchi, founder of Urban Capitol and CEO of the Sacramento Regional Business Leaders Council, about the growing influence of socialist ideas within the Democratic Party and what it could mean for business, government, and public policy.
John McGinness Show July 8th
Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for Sheriff to discuss the false choice between affordable food and a healthy environment, exploring whether consumers and policymakers can have both without compromise.
John McGinness Show July 21st
Today, John discusses the rise of democratic socialism in the U.S. and takes calls from listeners with their thoughts on the movement's growing influence.
John McGinness Show July 20th
Today, John discusses comments from New York City’s mayor regarding the possibility of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he were to visit the city and then highlights another reason to engage in local politics.
John McGinness Show July 17th
Today, John discusses children experiencing homelessness and talks with listeners about the causes of the problem and what might help.
John McGinness Show July 16th
Today, John talks about whether a sentence of life without the possibility of parole should truly mean a lifetime behind bars. He also discusses Trump's speech tonight and the issues driving the national conversation.
John McGinness Show July 15th
Today, former U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott and former Yolo County DA Jeff Reisig join John McGinness to discuss legal and public safety issues affecting California. Then, John shares his take on communism and socialism and it's position in United States politics.
John McGinness Show July 14th
Today, John discusses the latest inflation numbers, takes a closer look at Prop 37, a November ballot measure aimed at helping middle-income Californians buy homes, and weighs in on the debate over Daylight Saving Time.
John McGinness Show July 13th
Today, John discusses the death of longtime South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, the California Fast Food Council and its impact on workers and restaurant owners, and Congressman Ro Khanna's detainment by Israeli Defense Forces soldiers while visiting Israel.
John McGinness Show July 10th
Today, John sits down with Assemblymember Josh Hoover to discuss California politics.
John McGinness Show July 9th
Today, John McGinness discusses his thoughts Ebonics and the California advocacy groups trying to incorporate it into a state program that promotes multilingualism among students.
John McGinness Show June 11th
Mark Larson is in for the Sheriff today, tackling the back-and-forth on a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, diving into patriotism in America, and chatting with journalist Miranda Devine.
John McGinness Show June 26th
Today, John discusses the Supreme Court striking down a piece of legislation in Hawaii that barred gun owners from carrying handguns onto publicly accessible private property.
John McGinness Show June 10th
Today, John gets into voting in California and hears directly from listeners, then catches up with Steve Hilton about winning the second spot in the race for governor.
John McGinness Show July 1st
Today, John examines the latest Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship and a California bill targeting registered sex offenders seeking public office. Then, listeners join the conversation!
John McGinness Show June 30th
Today, John breaks down a push by Governor Newsom to shift control of California’s education system to the executive branch, then talks with the head of the Sites Reservoir Project about the future of the state’s water supply.
John McGinness Show June 29th
Today, John takes a look the Supreme Court's major rulings on election ballots, executive authority, and the limits of presidential power.
John McGinness Show June 25th
Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and sits down with Robert Ng, founder of Missing Middles, to discuss the the lack of small-scale multifamily housing and why it’s so hard to build it in the Sacramento region.
John McGinness Show June 24th
Today, John breaks down a major court ruling after a federal judge blocks the Trump administration’s push to let states ban SNAP recipients from buying soda and candy, saying the USDA overstepped its authority.
John McGinness Show June 23rd
Today, Amanda Blackwood is in for John McGinness. She breaks down Sacramento’s housing challenges with the CEO of development firm Urban Capitol, John Vignocchi.
John McGinness Show June 19th
Today, John dives into California’s proposed billionaire tax and what it could mean for the state, taking calls from listeners to get their thoughts on the legislation. Then, he shifts gears to break down the history and significance of Juneteenth.
John McGinness Show June 18th
Today, John unpacks the California Public Utilities Commission’s (CPUC) Supplier Diversity Program and looks at a potential bill that would streamline how minors can initiate juvenile court cases and speed up court review timelines.
John McGinness Show June 17th
Today, John takes a look at the newly signed U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding, what it could mean for ending the conflict, whether this is a real step toward peace, and takes your calls to hear what the public has to say.
John McGinness Show June 15th
Today, John covers Newsom’s claims of a DOJ investigation into him and his wife and reacts to CNN’s Fareed Zakaria slamming California’s leadership on major issues like housing, homelessness, and cost of living.
John McGinness Show June 9th
Today, John takes a look at the DOJ’s fraud case against the Southern Poverty Law Center, where federal prosecutors allege the group secretly paid informants inside extremist organizations, including the KKK, using donor funds and takes calls from listeners to hear their thoughts on the matter.
John McGinness Show June 8th
On today’s show, John talks through the California voting process, offers his insights, and invites listeners to call in and join the conversation.
John McGinness Show June 5th
Tododay, John breaks down AB 2108, a proposed change to how theft diversion programs are handled across California. He also sits down with El Dorado County DA Vern Pierson to talk about how it could impact enforcement and accountability.
John McGinness Show June 4th
Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and sits down with political strategist and former Yolo County Supervisor, Matt Rexroad. They break down California’s primary earlier this week and what to watch as the state heads toward the November election.
John McGinness Show June 3rd
Today, John goes over the latest from last night’s primary election, checks in with Representative Kevin Kiley about his campaign, and takes calls from listeners weighing in.
John McGinness Show June 2nd
It’s primary day in California and John McGinness talks with Sac County Republican Party Chair Sue Blake about how things are shaping up locally, chats with KFBK reporter Mike Luery, and hears directly from gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton.
John McGinness Show June 1st
Today, John talks about the California gubernatorial primary happening tomorrow, the selection of Stephen Kawa as the new chair of the state’s high-speed rail board, and takes your calls to hear what people are thinking.
John McGinness Show May 29th
Today, John discusses a push from hundreds of University of California professors calling for the return of SAT and ACT math requirements and Assemblymember James Gallagher joins the show to talk about his run for Congress in California’s 1st District.
John McGinness Show May 28th
Today, John sits down with Placer County District Attorney Morgan Gire for a conversation about the bench and how decisions made there impact the justice system in our community.
John McGinness Show May 27th
Today, John discusses transparency across federal and state government and gives his perspective on why it matters.
John McGinness Show May 26th
Today, John shares his thoughts on the Supreme Court hearings regarding transgender athletes competing in team sports, the debate over birthright citizenship, and how we define “Election Day.”
John McGinness Show May 22nd
Today, John breaks down fuel prices in California, takes calls from listeners sounding off, and wraps with a look at the real meaning of Memorial Day.
John McGinness Show May 21st
Today, John discusses the California judiciary with Superior Court Judge Maryanne Gilliard.
John McGinness Show May 20th
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
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
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
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.
John McGinness Show May 14th
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
Today, John talks about electronic tablets in prisons and a few other topics this Wednesday afternoon.
John McGinness Show May 12th
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
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
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.
John McGinness Show May 6th
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
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
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
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
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
In today’s episode, John examines the third reported assassination attempt against Trump that occurred over the weekend.
John McGinness Show April 24th
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
Today, John shares his thoughts on the California Gubernatorial Debate.
John McGinness Show April 22nd
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
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
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.
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