Tucson’s Conservative Talk

Arizona State Representative Joseph Chaplik joined the program to discuss the controversial Senate Bill 1543, which was recently signed into law by Governor Katie Hobbs.

Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, joined the program to discuss recent cases of judges and prosecutors facing legal troubles for their actions.

Kelly Walker joined the program to discuss his ongoing efforts to address what he describes as the federal weaponization of law enforcement against concerned parents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Charles Foley, founder of Flags for the Flagless, joined the Winn Tucson program to discuss the importance of displaying the American flag, particularly with Flag Day approaching in June.

Sheron Jones, president of the Southern Arizona Gold Star Mothers Incorporated, joined the program to share her experience as a Gold Star mother.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth acknowledged that the previous administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for military personnel was unlawful. In his statement, Hegseth announced a memorandum directing the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness to provide additional guidance for reviewing cases of service members adversely impacted by the vaccine mandate.

Welcome to China Watch Wednesday. It is one of my favorite programs to do each week and we are joined by Ava Chen from the new federal state of China.

In Arizona’s Congressional District 7 (CD7), a special election is underway following the passing of Congressman Raul Grijalva on March 13, 2025. Daniel Butierez, a Republican candidate, is positioning himself as the frontrunner after challenging the validity of his opponents’ petition signatures.

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) faces a pivotal moment as federal funding hangs in the balance over its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.

Rebecca Terrell, a senior editor for The New American magazine and former staff member for Congressman Ron Paul, exposes a troubling agenda targeting America’s farmers and farmland.

Elijah Norton, a global insurance business owner and former Arizona Republican Party treasurer, has announced his candidacy for Arizona State Treasurer, aiming to replace the term-limited Kimberly Yee.

Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, addresses escalating safety and education issues in Tucson and beyond.

Tucson, Arizona, a city with a small-town heart despite its million-strong metro population, is grappling with a harsh reality. A recent tragedy—a man from Alabama brutally killed with a machete while waiting at a downtown bus stop—has sparked outrage and exposed deeper issues plaguing the city.

Bill Buckmaster, a media veteran who’s covered Tucson for decades, joined me to reflect on the city’s challenges. A Chicago native who came to the University of Arizona in 1965 for its affordability (and party-school reputation), Bill has seen Tucson evolve—and not always for the better.

Between January and April, Democrats lost 10,921 voters from their rolls statewide, failing to produce a net gain in any of Arizona's 15 counties. Republican registrations showed particular growth in rural counties, with Republicans gaining voters in 7 counties overall.

Robert Bork Jr., president of the Antitrust Education Project, joined the program to discuss the blockbuster antitrust trial between Meta (formerly Facebook) and the Federal Trade Commission that kicked off earlier in the week.

The current trade tensions between the United States and China have emerged as a critical flashpoint in international relations.

In Arizona, Senate Bill 1424, known as the Stolen Valor Bill, passed with overwhelming support in a 29-1 vote. The legislation aims to punish individuals who fraudulently claim veteran status or military awards for personal gain.

The political divide in America has taken a dangerous turn as Tesla owners across the country face vandalism and violence.

Two contrasting cases in Arizona schools highlight troubling inconsistencies in how educators are disciplined for misconduct.

Scot Mussi, president of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, joined the discussion to share a significant legal victory regarding election integrity in Arizona.

Financial advisor Eb Wilkinson joined the discussion to provide perspective on recent market volatility and counter politically-motivated fearmongering about the economy.

Kathleen Winn welcomed Pam Neal to the studio. Pam, who moved to Tucson in 1991 with her husband, a former Air Force serviceman, is now chairing the 2026 Heart and Stroke Ball for the Southern Arizona American Heart Association.

Kathleen Winn welcomed James Rogers, senior counsel at America First Legal Foundation, to discuss a significant legal victory for election integrity in Arizona.

Holly Swenson, author of "Stop, Drop, Grow and Glow," joined Winn Tucson to discuss promoting wellness and civility in an increasingly divided society.

Kelly Freeman-Evans, co-founder of Hope and a Future, joined Winn Tucson to celebrate the organization's 20th anniversary.

In a rare move, Arizona's Senate Director Nominations Committee voted unanimously to reject Barbara Richardson as the permanent head of the Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI).

Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is facing criticism from State Senator Jake Kaufman over his administration of the state's Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program, which provides families with funds to pursue educational options outside the traditional public school system.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act), legislation requiring documented proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections. Arizona GOP Chair Gina Swoboda, who has long championed election integrity measures, explained the significance of this development.