The Bill Bunkley Show

On this September 15, 2026 edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley marks the eighth anniversary of his life-saving bone marrow transplant for AML leukemia at Moffitt Cancer Center, sharing the miraculous story of his perfect-match donor who was relocated ahead of Hurricane Florence and urging listeners to get annual physicals while giving glory to Jesus Christ. The program then turns to growing national debates over artificial intelligence, including Chinese leadership concerns about AI exposing totalitarian systems, President Trump’s comments on safeguards, and the delicate balance between innovation and risk. Listener calls address open borders under Biden, short national memory of the crisis, Supreme Court rejection of Trump’s mail-in voting reforms, AOC and others’ behavior at a 9/11 ceremony, and rising cultural and ideological threats. Local and national briefs cover the Kennedy Center’s main venue closure amid financial and legal battles, the U.S. House vote to retire the penny under the Common Sense Act (making the nickel the lowest denomination with cash rounding), the new Tampa Bay-area GasDash fuel-delivery service, and expectations for a possible Federal Reserve interest-rate hike amid elevated oil prices. The second hour features Pastor Jim Scudder, co-author of The Spiritual War Against Israel: Defending Biblical Zionism and Understanding End Times Prophecy, discussing the supernatural roots of antisemitism, biblical Zionism, the land promises to Abraham’s descendants, the failure of replacement theology, Israel’s legitimate history of purchasing and defending its land, and the ongoing spiritual battle tied to end-times prophecy from a premillennial, pre-tribulational perspective.

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On the Monday, September 14, 2026 edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley opens with weekend sports highlights—the Tampa Bay Rays becoming the first MLB team to clinch a 2026 playoff spot after sweeping the division-leading Houston Astros, while the Buccaneers struggle in a turnover-filled season opener. He then details Florida’s new statewide sales tax holiday (running through December 31) on firearms, ammunition, hunting and fishing gear, bows, camping supplies, and more, praising Governor Ron DeSantis’s ongoing tax relief efforts and Second Amendment protections. Mid-show features a practical conversation with Joe Mangione of First Christian Mortgage covering reverse mortgages for seniors 62+, gift-of-equity home purchases that allow family members to buy with little or no money down, and flexible home-equity lines of credit that can reach 90% of appraised value without disturbing a low first-mortgage rate. The second hour delivers the program’s urgent core focus: artificial intelligence is advancing faster than safety measures can contain it. Citing Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, Elon Musk, and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, Bunkley reports the rare public consensus among leading AI developers that the industry is moving too fast, that rogue AI agents could potentially seize control of the internet within 6–12 months, and that some insiders believe AI could pose an existential threat to humanity by the end of the decade. He contrasts this with President Trump’s firm rejection of new slowdowns or restrictive guardrails, arguing that America must maintain its lead over China and that existing criminal and regulatory tools plus a “strong and smart” president are sufficient. Bunkley then examines the issue through a biblical lens—drawing on Revelation 13, Daniel 12, and other prophetic passages—to explore how advanced AI, deepfakes, digital currencies, biometric tracking, and centralized control systems could supply the technological infrastructure for end-times deception, a one-world economic system, or the rise of a totalitarian leader. Throughout, he invites listeners to call in, stresses the need for prayer, discernment, and vigilance, and affirms that ultimate hope rests in Christ.

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On this solemn September 10, 2026 edition of The Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley reflects on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University and the approaching 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, urging prayer for victims’ families, first responders, and a renewed commitment to “never forget.” Despite personal health challenges—including a recent tooth extraction, multiple skin biopsies, and upcoming radiation treatments at Moffitt Cancer Center—Bunkley presses forward with a powerful interview with Dr. Robert Pacienza of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and the Institute for Faith and Culture. They discuss the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, Massachusetts’ radical abortion law, the dangers of socialism and Marxism, and the need for Christians to engage culture. Breaking news covers Iranian-backed Houthi forces seizing Yemen’s port of Mocha and threatening the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, adding pressure on already constrained global shipping and oil prices. The program also covers local Florida concerns such as dengue fever and mosquito spraying, El Niño’s impact on the quiet hurricane season, and analysis of President Trump’s keynote at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, where he proposed a $5,000 “Trump dividend” for every adult American if Republicans hold Congress—sparking debate over deficits, inflation, and political realities. A caller from Sarasota joins the conversation on economic principles as the show closes with a call to faith, remembrance, and cultural engagement.

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Tonight Kyle Warren steps in as guest host for a wide-ranging, hard-hitting episode that digs into some of the most urgent stories of the moment. We start with the latest on the Iran tankers attack and what it signals about escalating tensions in the region, then examine the emerging drone submarine threat and its potential to reshape naval and asymmetric warfare. Kyle also breaks down the political landscape, including James Talarico’s rising profile, Abdul El-Sayed’s moves in Michigan, and what both could mean heading into the midterms. The conversation turns to the solemn 9/11 anniversary and the one-year mark of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, reflecting on the lasting impact of both moments on the national conversation. From foreign policy flashpoints to domestic political battles and significant anniversaries, this episode covers the stories that matter—and much more—with analysis you won’t want to miss.

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Join Bill Bunkley on the Bill Bunkley Show weekdays at 3 on Let’s Talk Faith (Salem Radio / Faith Talk Tampa), broadcasting from Tampa studios across Central Florida. In this post-Labor Day episode, Bill opens with a wild, rain-soaked drive through strong thunderstorms in Northwest Hillsborough County—complete with an accident on Veterans Expressway near Ehrlich Road—and shares his frustration with Goodyear tires that lose grip in heavy rain. He reflects on Labor Day’s meaning, saluting the hard work of laborers and tradespeople as the nation shifts from the industrial age into the AI revolution, while noting President Trump’s push to bring manufacturing jobs back to America and the growing opportunities for young people in the skilled trades. The Briefing turns somber as Bill covers the tragic Amazon Prime-marked Boeing cargo jet overrun at Miami International Airport that killed five people in vehicles on the ground, plus two other recent fatal private plane crashes (one from the Bahamas and one near Tampa Executive Airport). He urges listeners to live fully yet wisely, thank God daily, and remember that life is fragile—“but for the grace of God, there go I.” The show closes with a warm personal invitation to the free Pastors Appreciation and Ministry Expo on Tuesday, September 22, at the historic Fort Homer Hesterly Armory on Howard Avenue—perfect timing for Pastor Appreciation Month. Caller-friendly as always (toll-free 877-943-9673), the Bill Bunkley Show blends local weather, current events, faith, and community encouragement.

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Bill Bunkley opens this Friday pre-Labor Day edition with breaking news from Plymouth, Massachusetts: The Lindsay Clancy murder trial (involving the deaths of her three children) has ended in a mistrial after a hung jury with one holdout juror. Bill discusses the emotional case, the role of postpartum mental health claims, the defense’s reaction, and the likelihood of a retrial.

The show also highlights excellent economic news: The U.S. added 162,000 jobs last month (far exceeding expectations) with unemployment holding steady at 4.1%. Bill connects this to Labor Day celebrations and policies supporting American manufacturing, workers, and trade.

Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) joins for his weekly segment, sharing insights from a recent lunch with Pat Boone, reviews of The Brink of War (Reagan-Gorbachev 1986 summit) and Beyond Belief, an article about an influencer who faked Christianity only to find genuine faith, and a remembrance of voice actor Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime and Eeyore).

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Breaking News: Lindsay Clancy Trial Ends in Mistrial
• 11:27 – Defense Attorney Kevin Reddington Speaks Outside Courthouse
• 45:37 – Labor Day Message & Strong Jobs Report
• 45:57 – Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) Segment Begins
• 56:53 – Movie Reviews: The Brink of War & Beyond Belief
• 01:01:40 – Influencer Who Faked Christianity & Peter Cullen Tribute
• 01:05:27 – Closing Thoughts on Labor Day & the Economy

A powerful Friday show covering justice, the economy, and family-friendly entertainment guidance.

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On this September 3, 2026 edition of The Briefing, Bill Bunkley opens with the tragic news of a private plane crash near U.S. 301 and Massillon Drive in Hillsborough County that killed both people on board after the aircraft took off from Tampa Executive Airport and went down fully engulfed in flames. He then covers Hillsborough County Schools’ expansion of Halo smart sensors—capable of detecting vapor from tobacco, marijuana and other products plus loud sounds associated with fights—into middle and K-8 campuses as a response to ongoing student vaping and safety concerns. The program turns to the sixth day of jury deliberations in the Lindsey Clancy murder trial, where a note from jurors prompted the judge to re-instruct on reasonable doubt; defense counsel later reported one juror was refusing to follow the law, leading to tense arguments over possible removal and the risk of mistrial while the panel (nine women, three men) continued deliberating postpartum-psychosis claims. Guest Charles Chris Meyer discusses his new book The Power to Overcome: How to Triumph in Troubled Times, unpacking Jesus’ seven promises to “him that overcometh” in Revelation, the need for transformation over mere information, and practical victory over the world, the flesh and the devil. Bunkley also reflects on the apparent suicide of former NFL cornerback Alfonso Smith Jr., who left a final social-media post describing childhood sexual abuse, perceived demonic possession and deep self-loathing; reports the abrupt, unexplained departure of Maria Bartiromo from Fox Business and Fox News after more than twelve years (with immediate program renamings and host rotations); and closes with Governor Ron DeSantis weighing in on whether Tiger Woods—whose Florida driver’s license was suspended for ten years—should still be allowed to operate a golf cart on a course.

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On this Wednesday edition of The Bill Bunkley Show / The Briefing, host Bill Bunkley opens with a personal health update, detailing his second root canal in 30 days and upcoming radiation treatments at Moffitt Cancer Center for basal cell carcinoma linked to his history of AML leukemia, bone marrow transplant, and open-heart surgery. He then covers the previous night’s Republican “Kumbaya” unity rally in Tampa led by Governor Ron DeSantis, who formally endorsed Byron Donalds for governor along with other statewide candidates, skillfully handled hecklers, and projected party cohesion. The centerpiece is an in-depth interview with author Jack Marino Chen about her new book Ensnared: Overcoming the Darkness of the New Age and Occult with the Light of God’s Truth. Chen shares her harrowing journey from childhood sexual abuse and family dysfunction into drugs, self-harm, Ouija boards, New Age practices, hermeticism, ritual magic, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn before her dramatic salvation through Jesus Christ, warning listeners about the gradual deception of occult practices, astrology, crystals, manifestation, tarot, and more. Additional segments include the ICE seizure of more than 22,000 ancient artifacts in Tampa, Trump’s near-sweep of endorsements for Florida congressional candidates (including Mike Beltran and Jim Swartzell), reflections on Tiger Woods’ court plea and media coverage, Florida’s multi-month tax-free holiday on outdoor gear, firearms and ammunition, and a discussion of Flock license-plate cameras versus privacy concerns raised by Sheriff Grady Judd.

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On this September 1, 2026 episode of The Bill Bunkley Show / The Briefing, host Bill Bunkley opens with escalating Middle East tensions as the United States conducts significant strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz in response to failed attempts to mine the waterway and missile attacks on a U.S. base in Jordan. Drawing from President Trump’s Truth Social posts and comments from Sen. John Kennedy, Bunkley details the military actions, rising oil prices, reports of Iranian Republican Guard leaders fleeing, Russian involvement under Vladimir Putin, and extended deployments for units such as the 82nd Airborne. He then shifts to weather, tracking Tropical Storm Eduardo as it makes landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border with heavy rain, flooding risks, and potential for further strengthening, offering practical hurricane-preparedness reminders for Florida listeners. Privacy concerns take center stage with Florida DOT’s revocation of all statewide permits for Flock license-plate-reader cameras following reports of misuse by some law-enforcement personnel; Bunkley strongly supports police overall while calling for accountability and linking broader surveillance trends to biblical end-times prophecy and the erosion of personal freedoms. Additional segments cover the limited launch of fully autonomous Waymo robotaxis in parts of Tampa, the push by Florida Republican leaders (including Byron Donalds, Ashley Moody, and Rick Scott) to locate the new U.S. Space Academy on Florida’s Space Coast following President Trump’s executive order, the upcoming Florida gubernatorial race and property-tax reform efforts, the critical importance of the 2026 midterms amid a rising socialist wing in the Democratic Party, and sharp criticism of Congress for repeated short-term budget extensions, the national debt, Social Security mismanagement, and failure to pass voter-ID measures such as the SAFE Act. Bunkley closes with personal reflections on faith, health challenges, and the need for conservatives and people of faith to stay engaged.

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On this Monday edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill celebrates the Tampa City Council and Hillsborough County Commission’s approval of the revised community-development deal for a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium in Drew Park—just a stone’s throw from the studios and Raymond James Stadium—with groundbreaking expected soon and Opening Day targeted for 2029. He highlights the Rays’ red-hot form, including dramatic comeback wins over the San Diego Padres (highlighted by Jonny DeLuca’s game-tying ninth-inning shot that somehow cleared the wall after a near-catch). The show also covers Buccaneers roster cuts and hopes for a healthy offensive line, then launches the inaugural “Mortgage Market Perspective” segment with Joseph Manzoni of First Christian Mortgage, explaining DSCR loans, bank-statement and CPA-letter options for self-employed borrowers, 1099 income treatment, zero upfront fees (except appraisal), and why pre-qualification is essential. Listeners hear live excerpts from President Trump’s Oval Office event announcing new most-favored-nation drug-pricing deals covering nine of the top ten medications, TrumpRx expansions (including $50/month GLP-1 access for seniors), and nearly $20 billion in re-shoring commitments. Weather updates focus on the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly tracking toward the Florida Peninsula and Tropical Depression 5 (soon Edouard) threatening heavy rain for Texas and Louisiana, with strong calls for hurricane-kit readiness and flood-insurance reviews. Jim Callinger of Frontline Agency joins to detail how 2023 tort reforms have cut Citizens policies by roughly 50%, brought carriers back, and begun lowering property and auto rates—while warning of upcoming legislative fights. Additional notes include Pastor Appreciation Day (Sept. 22 at the Glazer JCC with Dr. Greg Smalley), a lightning-strike fatality near Fort De Soto, and a MyChart phishing alert. Studio line remains open at 877-943-9673; full archives at Letstalkfaith.com.

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Bill Bunkley opens this Friday show with major breaking news: The Hillsborough County Commission has voted 5-2 to approve the revised $2.3 billion deal bringing the Tampa Bay Rays to a new stadium complex in Tampa near Raymond James Stadium and Steinbrenner Field. Combined with the previous day’s City Council approval, the Rays now have their forever home in Tampa after decades of effort. Bill shares personal Tampa history, economic development benefits, and long-term visions for transportation and urban renewal in Drew Park.

Gary Schneeberger (Focus on the Family) joins to discuss the organization’s leadership transition process and the search for the next president, emphasizing prayer and building for the future.

Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) returns with a heartfelt tribute to the late Dolly Parton (a past Movie Guide Award winner), plus reviews of The Magic Faraway Tree, Cocomelon: The Melon Patch, Much Ado About Love, and a warning about occult themes in Disney content. He also notes a current matching grant for donations.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Breaking News: Rays Stadium Deal Approved
• 11:52 – Details of the $2.3 Billion Deal & Protections for Taxpayers
• 21:52 – Historical Perspective & Four Key Figures
• 01:07:38 – Gary Schneeberger on Focus on the Family Leadership Transition
• 01:08:05 – Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) – Dolly Parton Tribute & Movie Reviews
• 01:27:03 – Closing Thoughts on the Rays’ Forever Home

A historic day for Tampa baseball combined with faith, family, and Hollywood insights.

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On this Thursday edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley broadcasts live from Tampa while closely monitoring the Tampa City Council’s marathon public hearing and anticipated vote on a proposed multi-billion-dollar Tampa Bay Rays stadium and sports destination complex near Raymond James Stadium and Steinbrenner Field on the Hillsborough College campus. Listeners hear passionate public testimony for and against the deal, updates on revised public-private funding, and word that the Hillsborough County Commission is set to take up the matter the following day. The show also celebrates a successful Food for the Poor campaign that will provide food security for 766 children in Latin America and the Caribbean, announces the September 22 Pastors Appreciation Day & Ministry Expo featuring Focus on the Family’s Dr. Greg Smalley at the Shana and Brian Glazer JCC, and addresses a caller’s concerns about dual citizenship and national loyalty. Bunkley unpacks the sudden appearance of Tropical Storm Dolly (a long-scheduled name that coincidentally follows Dolly Parton’s recent passing), Florida’s ongoing drought risk amid Sahara dust and El Niño wind shear, and delivers an in-depth examination of Florida’s Flock license-plate reader cameras—highlighting privacy erosions, documented abuses, Governor DeSantis’s criticism, local pushback in Pasco County and St. Petersburg, and the competing public-safety benefits for child abductions and violent crime. The program closes with encouraging news of the FDA’s approval of Revolution Medicines’ Rasonq, a targeted therapy for RAS-mutated advanced pancreatic cancer that nearly doubles survival in late-stage trials, offering new hope against one of the deadliest cancers.

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On the Wednesday edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley celebrates a major victory in the ongoing Food for the Poor campaign, announcing that Central Florida listeners not only met but exceeded the goal of sponsoring 375 malnourished children in Latin America and the Caribbean. With matching gifts, 383 children (766 total with the match) will now receive a full year of food security. He thanks key donors including Michael of Ruskin, Demetrius of Auburndale, Teresa and an anonymous giver from St. Petersburg, and Robert of Ruskin. The program also covers RFK Jr.’s visit with Rep. Anna Paulina Luna to regenerative Life Farms in Clearwater, where they discussed a $1 billion federal pilot program for regenerative agriculture and Florida’s MAHA-inspired food safety efforts. Political analysis focuses on Byron Donalds selecting Florida State Sen. Brian Avila of Hialeah as his running mate for governor, highlighting the historic nature of an African-American and Hispanic Republican ticket in Florida. Additional briefing topics include a federal judge lifting the final major injunction against President Trump’s mail-in ballot executive order (prompting immediate lawsuits from 24 states and D.C., including Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro), the significant 13.9% drop in Canadian visitors to Florida amid the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade tensions, a devastating mudslide in Nepal, and Nvidia’s strong earnings. Throughout, Bunkley weaves in faith, gratitude, and calls to personal relationship with Christ.

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On the August 25, 2026 edition of The Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley opens with the breaking news of Dolly Parton’s peaceful passing in Nashville, sharing the heartfelt Instagram video announcement from her nephew Brian Seaver (son of Cassie Parton and longtime head of her security). Bunkley reflects on Dolly’s iconic rags-to-riches story—from a one-room cabin near Pigeon Forge with ten siblings to becoming America’s sweetheart and building an entertainment dynasty rooted in family-friendly values. He highlights her writing of “I Will Always Love You,” her lasting marriage to Carl Dean, her humility about awards, her theme parks, and especially her massive literacy work sending millions of free books to children worldwide. The conversation then turns to the show’s ongoing August campaign with Food for the Poor: a determined final push to secure full-year food security for a minimum of 375 children in Latin America and the Caribbean. With matching gifts doubling every donation, Bunkley and guest Zuley urgently appeal for the last remaining children ($80 feeds one child for a year / 4.6 cents a day), sharing powerful field stories of hunger, resilience, and hope while celebrating listener gifts that steadily close the gap. The hour also notes Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s Operation Statewide Shield recovering 163 endangered children and features caller insights, bilingual encouragement, and a strong call to action via phone, website, and text.

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On this Monday edition of The Briefing (August 24, 2026), Bill Bunkley opens with an urgent final push in the August partnership with Food for the Poor. Starting the show just 32 children short of the 375-child goal for Latin America and the Caribbean, he celebrates early gifts (including leadership donations from Christina in Sarasota and Corey in Riverview) that drop the remaining total to 24. With a 100% match still in effect, an $80 gift feeds two children for a full year at roughly 4.6 cents per day. Bill repeatedly invites listeners to close the campaign by phone (855-353-HOPE), online at letstalkfaith.com, or by texting WTBN to 51555 so the show can return to full news coverage. He then shares a powerful personal praise report: after a Sunday morning PET scan at Moffitt Cancer Center, results showed no cancer in the concerning lymph node or elsewhere, clearing the way for upcoming skin radiation while he continues managing life after AML leukemia, a bone-marrow transplant, open-heart surgery, and related challenges. The news block covers Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s announcement of sweeping new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran’s digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping—framed as President Trump’s “economic D-Day”—plus Iranian threats against Barron Trump and an alleged plot against one of Benjamin Netanyahu’s sons, Israeli airstrikes on a Syrian airfield used by Turkey, Syria’s removal from the state sponsors of terrorism list, a Houthi attack on a Saudi oil tanker, and a fresh 50% tariff escalation with Canada. Sports highlights include Buccaneers preseason quarterback battles and Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker’s historic 69-yard field goal, while a local segment examines the upcoming Tampa/Hillsborough votes on the Rays’ proposed stadium and the broader decline of traditional retail and malls.

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Bill Bunkley hosts this Friday edition focused on crossing the finish line for the August Food for the Poor campaign. Starting the show with just 35 children remaining to meet the goal of feeding 375 malnourished kids in Latin America and the Caribbean, Bill urges listeners to give (with matching gifts doubling the impact). $80 feeds one child for a year (or two with the match).

He also delivers an important safety briefing on the rising threat of hidden cameras in vacation rentals, hotels, and motels, sharing practical detection methods including RF signal detectors, flashlight lens checks, smartphone IR selfie tests, and Wi-Fi network scanners.

Angel Perez (Focus on the Family) joins to discuss overcoming addictions and available resources.

Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) returns from Australia/New Zealand to review Camp Rock 3, Coyote vs. Acme, comment on Academy Awards spending, remember actress Hayden Panettiere, and highlight Movie Guide’s ongoing influence in Hollywood.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Food for the Poor Campaign Update (35 Children Remaining)
• 11:49 – Continued Campaign Push & Giving Options
• 13:13 – Hidden Cameras in Vacation Rentals & Hotels Safety Alert
• 22:06 – More Campaign Updates
• 01:07:28 – Angel Perez (Focus on the Family) on Overcoming Addictions
• 01:07:28 – Dr. Ted Baehr (Movie Guide) Movie Reviews & Hollywood Insights
• 01:26:53 – Final Campaign Appeal & Closing

A heartfelt Friday show combining compassion, practical safety advice, faith resources, and family entertainment guidance.

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On this August 20, 2026 edition of The Bill Bunkley Show (The Briefing on Salem Radio / Faith Talk Tampa), host Bill Bunkley opens with urgent updates on the Food for the Poor campaign to feed 375 children in Latin America and the Caribbean for a full year. With a matching gift in place, an $80 donation (just 4.6 cents a day) feeds two children; at airtime only 53 remain, and later leadership gifts push the total even closer to the finish line. Listeners are urged to call 855-353-HOPE, visit letstalkfaith.com, or text WTBN to 51555. Breaking news follows: authorities have arrested 35-year-old Jesse Bowie (also known as Ashiya Shaikh) of Albany on charges of attempting to provide material support to ISIS after she allegedly plotted to bomb the New York State Capitol while lawmakers were in session, scouting the site repeatedly and discussing concealing a device in a DoorDash bag. Governor Kathy Hochul confirms the threat has been neutralized. Economist and historian Lawrence W. Reed joins to discuss his new book Born of Ideas: How Principles, Faith, and Courage Forged America, exploring the Mayflower Compact, the true intellectual roots of the Revolution, forgotten foreign heroes such as Lafayette, Pulaski, Kosciuszko and Haym Salomon, and the classical education that shaped the Founders. The second hour turns to America’s $40 trillion national debt, the unsustainable interest burden that already exceeds the annual defense budget, the looming insolvency of Social Security and Medicare, and a call for candidates to offer concrete plans rather than blame. A 6.7-magnitude earthquake in southern Peru is also noted. Throughout, Bunkley blends faith, conservative principles, current events and charitable action in his signature two-hour briefing.

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On this August 19, 2026 episode of The Bill Bunkley Show (The Briefing on Salem Radio), host Bill Bunkley opens with an urgent appeal for Food for the Poor, aiming to finish feeding 375 starving children in Latin America and the Caribbean at just 4.6 cents a day ($80 feeds one child for a year, doubled by a matching donor). He thanks early donors like Carleen from Myakka City and Carmen while pushing listeners to help drop the remaining 75 (later 74) kids off the waiting list. Caller “T” from Sarasota vents frustration over the previous night’s school-board results, claiming “stealth Democrats” Glover, Mayberry, and Tenenbaum won in a heavily Republican county by hiding their party affiliation and agendas tied to Tom Edwards, while criticizing local GOP leadership. Bill affirms the farce of nonpartisan school-board races and notes his own endorsements (Heidi Braun, Frank DeCiccio, Michelle Pazzi) fell short. Mid-show, Jennifer Jackson joins to discuss her book An American Heart—a heart for God, family, and country in that order—sharing the legacy of her WWII grandfather (two Purple Hearts, Bronze Star, Battle of the Bulge survivor) who modeled reluctant leadership, patriotism, faith, and family. Later, Bill analyzes the primaries: Byron Donalds clinches the GOP gubernatorial nod (though under 50%) against David Jolly on the Democratic side; Ashley Moody sails to renomination while socialist Angie Nixon/Dixon stuns by defeating well-funded Alex Vindman for the Democratic U.S. Senate nod; DSA candidate Oliver Larkin loses to Jared Moskowitz; Randy Fine crushes an antisemitic challenger; and Jim Swartzell upsets in the open Donalds congressional seat. Promotions director Zulie shares heartbreaking firsthand accounts from a Honduras mission trip—children eating with their hands, a mother forced to choose which sick child sees the doctor—underscoring why year-round Food for the Poor partnerships matter. The show blends election post-mortems, faith, patriotism, and practical charity throughout.

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On this critical Florida primary election day for the 2026 midterms—Tuesday, August 18, 2026—Bill Bunkley opens The Briefing with an impassioned call for every eligible voter in Central Florida and across the state to get to the polls immediately, stressing that as long as you are in line by 7 p.m. (or 8 p.m. in the Panhandle, which operates on Central Time) you will be allowed to cast your ballot no matter how long the wait. He repeatedly hammers home the message “vote, vote, vote,” warning that low primary turnout has historically handed victories to socialists, Marxists, communists, and Islamic radicals who patiently exploit apathy to chip away at the republic. Bill walks listeners through the latest available turnout figures (sourced from WUSF and the Florida Division of Elections as of roughly 10 a.m.): more than 13.4 million ballots already cast statewide, with Republicans leading at approximately 5.6 million, Democrats at 4.06 million, and non-party-affiliated voters at 3.8 million. He breaks the numbers down further—Democrats leading in mail-in ballots (554,000 vs. Republicans’ 464,000), Republicans dominating early voting (448,000 vs. Democrats’ 305,000), and Republicans again ahead on Election Day itself—while noting the still-large pool of unvoted Republicans, Democrats, and independents and urging them to the polls. For those still undecided, he points to his carefully vetted candidate recommendations for Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, Hernando, Manatee, and Sarasota counties, available as downloadable Word documents on letstalkfaith.com (hover over “Program,” click “Bill Bunkley,” scroll past the bio and opinion archive, then select your county).

Interwoven throughout the two-hour program is an urgent progress update and appeal for the ongoing Food for the Poor campaign to feed 375 malnourished children in Latin America and the Caribbean for a full year. Starting from a baseline of 375, the total remaining had dropped to 81 by midday and stood at 79 by the close of the show, thanks to matching gifts that double every contribution; an $80 donation feeds two children for a year (just 4.6 cents a day), $160 feeds four, $320 feeds eight, and a $1,000 leadership gift feeds an entire classroom of 25. Bill highlights specific donors—Steve, Barbara in Tampa, and Michael in Bradenton—shares heartbreaking audio of a mother unable to feed her children, and explains why he trusts Food for the Poor’s transparent, on-the-ground logistics that navigate gangs, bandits, and remote delivery challenges. Listeners can give by calling 855-353-HOPE, clicking the red “Give Food” banner at letstalkfaith.com, or texting WTBN to 51555, with options for anonymity or 12-month installments.

In the second hour Bill shifts to a detailed warning about election bots—automated software scripts, now supercharged by AI, that flood Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and comment sections with propaganda designed to mimic real public opinion, artificially boost candidates, create false trends, disseminate fake polling locations or registration rules, and skew online surveys through “astroturfing.” He traces many of these operations to actors in Russia, China, North Korea, and the Middle East whose goal is to manipulate American voters toward outcomes favorable to their agendas, and he cautions that AI systems are already demonstrating the ability to operate beyond direct human control. The program also covers the expiration of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding: Iran’s rapid rebuilding of drone and missile capacity, reported ballistic-missile launches toward UAE territory that landed in the sea, the continued U.S. economic chokehold on Iranian oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz, a new $10 million Justice Department reward for information on Iranian hackers linked to the Ministry of Intelligence and Security and the IRGC (a designated foreign terrorist organization), and the IRGC’s $30,000 bounty on American service members. Bill notes the resulting spike in oil prices (Brent crude touching $91) and market jitters, then ties the foreign threats back to the domestic imperative: only high voter turnout can prevent radical candidates—including three DSA socialists challenging establishment Democrats in Florida—from gaining footholds in what remains a deeply red state. He closes with a stirring reminder that every ballot cast is an act of defending the 250-year-old American republic against enemies both foreign and domestic.

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On the Monday, August 17, 2026 edition of the Bill Bunkley Show, host Bill Bunkley opens with an urgent appeal for listeners to help feed 273 remaining starving children in Latin America and the Caribbean through Food for the Poor. With a matching gift still in effect, an $80 donation (just 4.6 cents a day) feeds two children for a full year; larger gifts feed entire classrooms. Special recognition is given to donors Steve and Patricia (whose $1,600 gift feeds 40 children with the match). Bunkley then pivots to the primary election the next day, urging every listener who has not yet voted to cast a ballot, warning that low turnout allows socialists, Marxists, communists, and Islamic radicals to gain power. He directs Florida listeners in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee, and Sarasota counties to his candidate recommendations on letstalkfaith.com and cautions against last-minute negative campaign flyers and cable ads that distort the truth through selective opposition research. The program also notes retired WFLA journalist Jeff Patterson’s run for Tampa City Council District 4 and strongly condemns Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey’s August 10 signing of a bill removing all limits on abortion up to birth, calling it part of a “culture of death” and highlighting the hypocrisy of simultaneous family-welfare rhetoric. The second hour features an in-depth interview with former feminist Dr. Janice Fiamengo, author of The Goddess That Failed: Feminism’s Unending War Against Men, Families, and Civilization Itself. Fiamengo traces feminism’s roots in envy and resentment from the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention through its radicalization in the 1960s–70s, its deep ties to communist ideology, its impact on men and boys in universities, divorce courts, and the culture at large, and its role in declining birth rates and family breakdown. She discusses her video series The Fiamengo File and her Substack, urging a return to mutual gratitude between the sexes.

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