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The Kim Monson Show

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The Kim Monson Show is a daily radio program, broadcast live 6-7 am MST every weekday on KLZ 560 AM. Hosted by Kim Monson, the show focuses on political issues and topics that impact individual freedom for Coloradans, citizens of the United States, and people around the world. Kim's values lie at the cross-roads of traditional conservative principles and libertarian beliefs. She believes in good manners, compassion, success through hard work, and individual freedom above all else.
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Episodes

The State of Banking in America

CEO and Founder of First American State Bank Jay Davidson discusses big banks, smaller banks, and the state of banking in America. Liberty Toastmasters share their perspectives regarding the timeless principles of America’s Founding.

Sep 23, 20231 hr 54 min

Impending Government Shutdown?

Director of Communications for the Center for Renewing America Rachel Cauley addresses what is happening on Capitol Hill. Col. Bill Rutledge (Ret. USAF) shares his perspective on Eric Metaxas’ book Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy . Maria Boutrous explains why she is running for Broomfield City Council.

Sep 21, 20231 hr 53 min

Never Again Should There Be a 9/11

Commentator and director of the Good For You Network Claire Carter discusses her video podcast "Never Again Should There Be a 9-11." Sixth generation farmer and rancher Trent Loos discusses the realities of Net Zero carbon goals. Amara Hildebrand shares why she is running for Jeffco School Board.

Sep 20, 20231 hr 52 min

The UAW Auto Strike

Car Coach Reports Lauren Fix discusses the UAW strike and Michigan’s tax on miles driven. Entrepreneur and owner of 88 Drive-In Theatre Susan Kochevar shares her perspective on the presidential race. Dr. Brian Macaulay explains why he is a candidate for Littleton School Board.

Sep 20, 20231 hr 50 min

Front Range Real Estate Opportunities and Challenges

RE/MAX Realtor Karen Levine and mortgage specialist Lorne Levy discuss the challenges and opportunities of the metro real estate market. Brad Beck introduces his latest essay: Procrastination. Dr. Thomas Wicke joins Kim to discuss his candidacy for the Jefferson County school board.

Sep 19, 20231 hr 53 min

Is Cannabis Drug Testing Creating Employee Shortages in Schools and Elsewhere?

Pam Long examines the inconsistencies of drug testing as compared to alcohol or prescription drug use regarding preventing employment or terminating employment. Long challenges us to think about long term consequences of random mandated drug testing versus employee’s daily responsibility to show up to work ready to do their job unimpaired.

Sep 17, 202321 min

Insights on Constitution Day

Scott Powell, the author of Rediscovering America: How the National Holidays Reveal an Incredible Tale of our Identity , offers insights on Constitution Day. Colorado GOP State Secretary Anna Ferguson joins Kim to discuss options for the GOP to opt-out of primaries.

Sep 16, 20231 hr 52 min

Center for American Values Announces New Virtual Education Program

Medal of Honor recipient and co-founder of the Center for American Values Drew Dix and retired Denver police officer Henry Jones reflect on 9/11 and their new virtual offering, HIP Virtual K-12 Civics-Based Education. Dr. Brian Joondeph discusses his recent essay Democrats are Dancing the Totalitarian Two-Step . Dave DiCarlo explains why he is a candidate for the Douglas County School Board.

Sep 11, 20231 hr 48 min

The Adversity of Diversity

Dr. Carol Swain, political scientist, legal scholar, and retired Vanderbilt University professor, is also keynote speaker at Grand Lake's U.S. Constitution Week, joins Kim to talk about her life and diversity, and equal opportunity. Laramie Energy CEO Bob Boswell discusses the latest regarding President Biden’s energy policies.

Sep 08, 20231 hr 52 min

A Climate Conversation Screening and Panel Discussion

Dave O'Rourke joins Kim to discuss A Climate Conversation and the special screening and panel discussion on September 28th at Rockley's Event Center. Douglas County Assessor Toby Damisch explains that taxing authorities could lower mill levies to offer relief. Lori Gimelshteyn with Colorado Parents Advocacy Network discusses their upcoming school safety summit.

Sep 08, 20231 hr 52 min

The Dangers of Socialism

Helen Raleigh joins Kim to explain her work with Young America for Freedom educating high schoolers on the dangers of socialism. Cynthia Hughes with the Patriot Freedom Project joins Kim to discuss the actions of El Paso GOP Vice Chair, Todd Watkins, who recently dispatched a letter to multiple officials, seeking their signatures to advocate on behalf of individuals who have faced incarceration in connection to their involvement in the events of January 6th.Trent Loos shares his perspective rega...

Sep 07, 20231 hr 52 min

The Problem With Colorado's Open Primaries

Former State Senator Kevin Lundberg Joins Kim to discus the problem with Colorado's open primaries. Producer Joe and Kim discuss the life and passing of Jimmy Buffet.

Sep 06, 20231 hr 50 min

Consistency

Brad Beck explains that it’s the little things, done with consistency, day by day is what leads to success. Beck shares his experiences and insights of working in the same industry for forty years.

Aug 27, 20235 min

Producer Steve Announces His Retirement

Producer Steve is retiring. We have been together for a long time and he will be missed. Producer Steve shares stories from his military career, his corporate career, and things he’ll remember as the producer of The Kim Monson Show . Paige Agostin joins Kim to discuss The Center for Renewing America's budget framework.

Aug 24, 20231 hr 53 min

Exactly Wrong – Democrats and Economics

In his latest essay Rick Turnquist reviews how the Democrats are Exactly Wrong on business, economics and the role of government. He reviews how the top 10% of income-earning individuals pay 70% of all income taxes, shattering the leftist narrative that “the rich” must pay their “fair share”.

Aug 24, 202314 min

Erasing History

Author Scott Powell explains the urgent need to halt Joe Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's endeavor to dismantle the Monument to Reconciliation in Arlington National Cemetery, which appears reminiscent of a "1984" scenario. Sixth generation farmer and rancher Trent Loos shares updates regarding rural America.

Aug 23, 20231 hr 52 min

Lakewood City Council's Negation of the Strategic Growth Initiative

Entrepreneur and owner of 88 Drive-In Theatre, Susan Kochevar, offers insights on a solution after the Lakewood City Council voted to negate the Strategic Growth Initiative that had been passed by voters several years ago. atural Resources expert Greg Walcher explains that the Colorado high court gets it right on riverbed access.

Aug 22, 20231 hr 53 min

Consistency of Discipline

Liberty Toastmaster Brad Beck discusses consistency of discipline. Kathleen Chandler, with the Independence Institute, shares details about her upcoming Local Government class. Dr. Jill Vecchio connects the dots between Obamacare, the World Economic Forum, and the reaction to COVID.

Aug 21, 20231 hr 52 min

The Colorado GOP at a Crossroads

The Colorado GOP is at a crossroads. Recently the Republican State Central Committee held a vote on a bylaws amendment to designate an absent committee member’s vote as a “yes” vote instead of an automatic “no” vote in anticipation of a vote in September regarding the GOP opting-out of open primaries. The amendment needed two thirds approval and did not pass. Allen Thomas shares his thoughts on the procedure and principles of the amendment question.

Aug 20, 20235 min

The Colorado GOP at a Crossroads

Allen Thomas discusses the vote for Amendment 7 and whether the GOP is going to risk everything in order to “win. Thomas, discusses his latest essay, The Colorado GOP at a Crossroads.

Aug 18, 20231 hr 52 min

A Look at Housing Affordability in Colorado

Urban growth and transportation expert Randal O’Toole delves into inquiries surrounding the reasons behind housing unaffordability, the implications of PBIs entering the housing sector, and the impact of urban growth boundaries on forming housing limitations around municipalities like Boulder.

Aug 18, 20231 hr 52 min

The Value of Money

Sixth generation farmer and rancher Trent Loos shares his thoughts on the blue collar anthem Rich Men North of Richmond that is taking the internet by storm.

Aug 16, 20231 hr 52 min

Article V of the U.S. Constitution

Laura Neimeister and John Gragoski explain why the Founders included Article V in the U.S. Constitution. Jon Boesen with Boesen Law notes why his law firm is unique.. Documentary maker Matthew Taylor discusses his film Gotham: The Fall and Rise of New York.

Aug 15, 20232 hr 1 min

The Steep Rise in Colorado Property Assessments

Douglas County Assessor Toby Damisch joins Kim to discuss the steep increase in Colorado property assessments. Editor at Real Clear Politics Peder Zane discusses The New York Times article regarding Joe Biden and Hunter’s business deals.

Aug 14, 20232 hr 2 min

Martha Zoller on Trump and Georgia Politics

Georgia Talk Show Host Martha Zoller discusses Trump, Georgia Politics, and the Georgia GOP. Taxpayer watchdog Natalie Menten and creator of Free State Colorado Brandon Wark shed light on Colorado’s complicated property tax system.

Aug 11, 20231 hr 59 min

IPAK Fall 2023 Courses

Dr. James Lyons-Weiler discusses IPAK-edu’s fall course offerings which include classes on Biology, Health & Wellness, Analytics, Psychology, and Vaccines. Sixth generation farmer and rancher Trent Loos shares his views on potential “climate” lock-downs and reports of mRNA drugs in our food sources.

Aug 09, 20231 hr 52 min
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