Episodes 10
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Moderate
Since May 2026
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Newsmakers at Noon is a live, locally grounded talk radio show that tackles the stories shaping our communities, our state, and the nation—without the spin. Hosted by Denise and Hunter on KYKN, the show blends local accountability, state and national politics, and media analysis with candid conversation and a willingness to ask uncomfortable questions.

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Recent Episodes

Fraud Watch, Healthcare Costs & The Human Side of Medicine – Newsmakers At Noon 6/4/26

Jun 04, 2026 43m

🎙️ Guest: Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration News and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, joined us for a wide-ranging discussion covering government waste,…

Community Connections, Religious Liberty & California’s Political Shake-Up – Newsmakers At Noon 6/3/26

Jun 03, 2026 43m

🏦 Guests Jane Lowery, Branch Manager of the Keizer branch of Willamette Valley Bank, and Daylee Howard, Community Engagement Officer, joined us to highlight upcoming community events and…

Election Day, Public Safety & When Citizens Take Matters Into Their Own Hands – Newsmakers At Noon 6/2/26

Jun 02, 2026 43m

🗳️ Today is Election Day in California and several other states, and we took a look at a few of the high-profile races drawing national attention, including campaigns involving Spencer Pratt and…

Celebrating Community, Preserving History & Looking Toward November – Newsmakers At Noon 6/1/26

Jun 01, 2026 43m

Celebrating Community, Preserving History & Looking Toward November 🎙️ Guests: TJ Sullivan from Hagan Hamilton Insurance and Tom Fohn, Executive Director of the historic Elsinore Theatre, joined…

America at 250, Culture Shifts & Holding the Line – Newsmakers At Noon 5/28/26

May 28, 2026 43m

🎉 Today’s show opened with birthdays all around: 🎂 Happy Birthday Hunter! 🎭 Happy 100th Birthday to the historic Elsinore Theatre! And Happy Birthday to Secretary of State Marco Rubio! ⚾…

Property Rights, Communism & When Cities Stop Functioning – Newsmakers At Noon 5/27/26

May 28, 2026 43m

⚾ We kicked off the show with our latest Mariners ticket giveaway promotion before diving headfirst into some of the biggest policy and cultural debates happening right now. 🏠 One of the major…

Summer Selling, Smart Buying & New Affordable Housing Options – Real Estate Insights on Newsmakers At Noon 5/26/26

May 26, 2026 43m

🏡 Today’s Real Estate Insights featured Amy McLeod from The McLeod Group/Keller Williams with a practical conversation about today’s housing market and what buyers and sellers need to know heading…

No Sore Losers, No Excuses & Fix the Basics – Newsmakers At Noon 5/21/26

May 22, 2026 43m

We opened today’s show discussing Salem Mayor Julie Hoy’s concession post — a gracious, classy message focused on gratitude and moving forward, notably without taking shots at opponents or escalating…

The Primary Is Over — Now What? – Newsmakers At Noon 5/20/26

May 20, 2026 43m

🗳️ Oregon’s primary election is over, and today’s conversation focused on what happens next. A major theme throughout the show: “Remember in November.” We discussed how many voters viewed the gas tax…

Election Day, TextGate & Oregon’s Political Crossroads – Newsmakers At Noon 5/19/26

May 20, 2026 43m

🗳️ Today is Primary Election Day in Oregon! If you still have your ballot sitting on the counter — GET IT TURNED IN. We talked about growing signs of #PrimaryFatigue and why low turnout elections…

Primary Day Eve, Mt. St. Helens & Oregon’s Political Crossroads – Newsmakers at Noon 5/18/26

May 19, 2026 43m

🗳️ Tomorrow is Primary Election Day in Oregon — GET OUT AND VOTE! Ballots must be returned by tomorrow night. 📉 We discussed today’s ballot return numbers and concerns over low voter participation. 🌋…

Outrage Economics, Political Incentives & The Cost of Activism – Newsmakers At Noon 5/14/26

May 14, 2026 43m

🎙️ Guest: Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration News and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, joined us for a wide-ranging discussion on politics, incentives, media…

Community Events, Campaign Updates & Protecting Detroit Lake – Newsmakers At Noon 5/13/26

May 13, 2026 43m

🏦 Guests: Jane Lowery from Willamette Valley Bank and Jeremy Turner, President of the Keizer Chamber of Commerce, joined us to talk about Willamette Valley Bank’s partnership with KYKN through…

Real Estate Insights -What Buyers Notice First & Why Some Homes Fly Off the Market – Newsmakers At Noon 5/12/26

May 12, 2026 43m

Today’s Real Estate Insights featured Anna Parker from The McLeod Group/Keller Williams and Elizabeth Smith from The Smith Mortgage Team with a practical, eye-opening conversation for both buyers and…

From WWII Heroes to Modern Political Warfare – Newsmakers At Noon 5/11/26

May 11, 2026 43m

🎖️ Guest: Terri Scott, Executive Director of the B-17 Alliance, joined us to promote the upcoming Armed Forces Day celebration and fundraiser honoring veterans and preserving WWII aviation history. 📅…

National Day of Prayer, Rising Costs & A Frustrated Public – Newsmakers At Noon 5/7/26

May 07, 2026 43m

🙏 Today we recognized the National Day of Prayer, a time for reflection, gratitude, and seeking guidance in uncertain times. 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AB2RCAVcq/ 🛒 A growing concern:…

Local Campaigns, Homelessness & Oregon’s Changing Landscape – Newsmakers At Noon 5/6/26

May 06, 2026 43m

🎙️ Guest: Manny Martinez, candidate for Salem City Council, Ward 2, joined us with an update on his campaign and his focus on addressing homelessness in Salem—a top concern for many voters. Manny…

Forums, Frustration & Cultural Disconnect – Newsmakers At Noon 5/5/26

May 05, 2026 43m

We kicked things off with a nod to MTV’s Kurt Loder turning 81—a reminder of when media and culture actually intersected in a meaningful way. 🗳️ The bulk of the show focused on the latest KOIN TV…

Community Impact, Election Questions & Staying Engaged – Newsmakers At Noon 5/4/26

May 04, 2026 43m

🎙️ Guest: TJ Sullivan from Hagan Hamilton Insurance joined us for this month’s Community Champions spotlight—featuring Sewell Sweets and the ongoing efforts to strengthen Salem through local business…

Redistricting, Voter Rolls & Challenging the Narrative – Newsmakers At Noon 4/30/26

May 01, 2026 43m

🎙️ Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration News and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, joined us for a deep dive into election integrity, media narratives, and policy…

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