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12.06.19 The KMMS Morning Show with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Has President Trump done a good job so far?” TOPICS: Local weather and This Day in History plus the jobs report higher than expected and unemployment down to 3.5 percent. Today is the last day to apply for farm subsidies to combat tariffs on agricultural goods.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 37:36) Arrests and suspensions at Bozeman Schools, new city manager hunt is on, commission appoints interim manager. Gallatin Rest Home Fundraiser Friday and Saturday. Should there be city regulations for short term vacations rentals in Bozeman? Tom says NO.  

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:21:57) Gallatin County Commissioners Scott Macfarlane and Don Seifert guests – Topics included the Commission salaries, how subdivisions are evaluated, the job descriptions of the Commissioners. How to keep good employees in our area. Upcoming projects and goals of the county for 2020. The Pelosi announcement about going forward with impeachment. Joe Biden and Hunter Biden dealings with China and the Ukraine. The Go Fund Me Border Wall that raised $25 million to build the wall last summer has been shut down by a federal judge from continuing to build their border wall.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

12.05.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Do you think there will ever be a female president?” TOPICS: Tom and Shane debate the possibility of an open convention for the Democrats, Bullock not running for Senate, MSU to upgrade memorial area and texters questioned the cost. Baron Trump joke at yesterday’s impeachment was compared to teen climate activist Greta Thunberg who spoke on Climate Change at the UN.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 34:55) Guest Money Guru Mike McCormick – Real estate rates, elderly power of attorney, how would markets handle a Trump impeachment, will December 15 new tariffs affect the markets, would a free market approach to interest rates work? Is Disney a buy stock right now? Are the banks getting secret money? Mike and Shane explain. If Trump is removed would the markets do better under Pence?

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:12:17) Texters commented on Bullocks future after dropping presidential bid. Lots of discussion about the four constitutional scholars who testified yesterday before the House Judiciary Committee. Would a Pence work if Trump is removed? A caller questioned the “God Squad” controversy. (See Oct 10 – 3^rd hour) Who made American oil independent? Parks and trails bond coming up.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

12.04.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Dominos, Pizza Hut, Papa Johns or Little Caesars?” TOPICS: Local weather, road report and This Day in History.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 38:58) Interview with non-profit pilots group The Daedalians. Dave Tippett and Paul Rothier spoke about scholarships for cadets who want to join the Airforce and an upcoming fundraiser on Dec. 12 at Riverside Country club featuring stealth aircraft expert retired Lt. Gen. Richard Scofield USAF. For information or reservations call 539-1908. Bozeman City Manager resigns to take job in Georgia. Also, callers and texters on NATO paying their fair share and the nuclear disaster in Japan dumping waste into the Pacific Ocean.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:20:01) Open lands bond issue for parks and trails, five year old killed by Native American parents after being returned to them from a white foster family by judge. Lots of texts and comments on the ongoing impeachment in the house.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

12.03.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Should Trump Deal with China After the Election?” TOPICS: Local weather, road reports and This Day in History filled out our first hour.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 38:03) Governor Bullock pulls out of presidential race, Bozeman parks property tax increase will be on May ballot, county spent $15,000 to promote vote for Law and Justice Center, armed transient threatens to shoot up the library. Big Brothers and Big Sisters are gift wrapping each weekend at the Main Mall in Bozeman near Macy’s. It’s a pay what you can gift wrap service. Plus 60 kids will get the chance to make Christmas wreaths in front of Heyday at this year’s Christmas Stroll.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:19:36) Guest Bozeman City Commissioner Jeff Krauss – Discussion about the upcoming “Park Tax” to be put on the May ballot. Those who own property in Bozeman but don’t live in Bozeman will be allowed to vote. However, how to determine who can and can’t vote might be a sticky issue. Listen to Jeff’s examples. More news on Costco possibly moving to Belgrade in the near future.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

12.02.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in our KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “What Did You Eat on Thanksgiving Day?” TOPICS: Local and road conditions along with The Day in History rounded out the first hour.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 34:47) Lots of calls and texts regarding the Bozeman City Commission is trying to come after more property tax money from residents on park maintenance, high school grades improving. McDonald’s overseas subsidies, farm subsidies, Governor Bullock pulling out of presidential race, capitalism vs. socialism, Shane’s market report, and Facebook internet bots that created they own language unknown to Facebook designers.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:12:16) More on Trump’s policies and economy. More on subsidies and the markets and when the economic boom started and who gets the credit for it.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

11.27.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

Tom and Shane’s One Year Anniversary hosting the KMMS Morning Soapbox on AM 1450 KMMS and AM 1340 KPRK.

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Have You Ever Been Peer Pressured into Doing Something You Didn’t Want to Do?” TOPICS: Lots of snow in the forecast for the holiday weekend. This Day in History rounded out our first hour.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 39:28) Lots of snow all over the US, the Public Service Commission rules on solar panels, listing of free Thanksgiving meals in Bozeman, no recount in the Yellowstone City race – winner declared, Home Depot owner buys ranch in Paradise Valley. A listener comments on vaccines and cancer.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:24:31) Trump didn’t send Giuliani to the Ukraine, impeachment hearing resume on December 4^th, UN greenhouse gas crisis, two OMB employees resign over Ukraine aid holdup. Lots of texters and callers congratulate Tom and Shane on one year hosting the morning show on KMMS.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

11.26.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in our KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Which are you more addicted to?” TOPICS: Lots of local weather with hazardous driving conditions around the state plus This Day in History. Texters has issues with alcohol laws in Montana.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 40.58) Bear Canyon lawsuit, do not wash your holiday turkey, airport gets $4.1 million expansion, political polarity, how Tom got into radio and Shane reviews court cases on Trump’s taxes. Text messages about Trumps accomplishments.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:24:21) Guest Bozeman City Commissioner Jeff Krauss – One of our callers had questions about police training when dealing with vets that might have PTSD. A caller wanted Jeff’s thoughts on Agenda 21 and the division in our country. Tester and Daines compared, and roads and construction around town are always a topic with Jeff, Tom and Shane.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

11.25.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in today’s KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Do You Have Facebook?” TOPICS: Local weather, This Day In History, Tom’s heat being off, meatless Thanksgiving helps with global warming, and social security and who really pays taxes. (See Tom’s blog: “Earth to Politicians: Business Pays All Bills.”

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 39:32) Indian tribes worried about XL Pipeline leaks under Missouri River, City and County budgets to state are always late, signatures being collected for global warming initiative, Bozeman wins Can the Griz Contest.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:22:14) Callers and texters dominated this hour with topics of taxes being too high to remain in the county, vaccines — the good and bad, Hong Kong demonstrations and China, and much more.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

11.22.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in our KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll of the Day, “With What You Know Now is Impeachment More or Less Likely?” TOPICS: Local weather and the Kennedy Assassination anniversary, MSU regents raise Cruzado’s pay $150,000, City and County agree to meet for common goals, impeachment hearings, Obama comments and Biden’s chances of getting the nomination.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 37:22) Guest Steve Conover, Ph.D., joined the fun to talk about the national debt. Steve recently retired from a senior management role with a Fortune 50 corporation, he holds a B.S. in engineering, M.B.A. in finance, and Ph.D. in political economy. His latest book, Neutering the National Debt: How Reagan Got It Right, and How Today's Left and Right Get It Wrong is available on Amazon or your local bookstore. A very interesting discussion about the country’s finances. Lots of text line questions for Steve.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:20:10) Guest County Commissioner Don Seifert talking about meeting with the city next year, the plans for connecting trail systems, the possibility of a transfer station in the county and purchase of new road graders. Plus, impeachment witness, Obama’s warning to Democrats, Israeli Prime Minister indicted, lawmakers call for firing of White House adviser Stephen Miller, and Tesla’s new pickup truck.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com

11.21.19 The KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane

HOUR ONE: Vote in our KMMS Morning Soapbox Poll Question of the Day, “Who Won the Wednesday Night Democrat Debate?” TOPICS: Local weather and This Day in History plus Gallatin Valley Land Trust new trail systems planned, truck hits house in Bozeman.

HOUR TWO: (Begins at 35:02) Guest Money Guru Mike McCormick – Mike explains the meaning of Fiduciary for listeners, the Aramco Saudi deal discussed and more retirement tips.

HOUR THREE: (Begins at 1:16:03) Lots of comments on the testimony during the impeachment hearings. Lots of caller and texter comments during this hour.

You can reach the KMMS Morning Soapbox with Tom and Shane 6am to 9am weekdays Mountain Time by calling 406-522-8255 during the show, use our new text line at 406-478-8298, or click the “App Chat” button on your AM 1450 KMMS app. Listen Live Online at kmmsam.com