The Dawn Stensland Show

The Dawn Stensland Show
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Dawn Stensland breaks down the local and cultural issues of the day. Interviewing all the top Newsmakers and taking your calls! Tune in 10 AM - 12 PM EST weekdays on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

  1. 11h ago

    Meg Brock Uncovers Shapiro’s Post-COVID Power Grab And The Fight For Parental Rights

    Dawn opens the morning taking on the complicit media narrative around President Donald Trump’s economic strategy against Iran. We break down Treasury Secretary Scott Besson’s announcement of Operation Economic Outcast, an economic onslaught designed to sever Tehran’s financial lifelines alongside the military. Dawn calls out reporters for ignoring falling oil prices and refusing to acknowledge the administration's stated mission to eliminate the Iranian nuclear threat. We also highlight Trump’s direct warning on Truth Social regarding naval operations in the Strait of Hormuz, alongside his sharp commentary on Canadian trade practices and tariffs. Investigative journalist Meg Brock joins the conversation to detail her latest report on Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. We react to the administration’s proposed Department of Health regulations regarding communicable diseases, which Meg argues serve as a backhanded attempt to bypass the constitutional limits placed on executive emergency powers in 2021. Dawn and Meg dissect how these proposed rules expand state authority into schools and non-infectious conditions, creating serious concerns for parental rights and government overreach across the Commonwealth. Dawn addresses growing concerns surrounding public health messaging, fear tactics, and state power. Pro-life advocate Mark Houck joins the show to discuss New Jersey Representative Mikie Sherrill, face-act style legislation, and state-level restrictions targeting peaceful prayer outside clinics. The crew closes the show reacting to recent headlines involving surrogate contract battles, parental rights in medical decisions, and viral culture debates, urging everyday Americans to stand firm, stay vigilant, and demand accountability from elected officials.

  2. 1d ago

    High-Speed White House Action, Shock Gloves, And The Truth About Philly’s Naked Bike Ride

    Dawn opens Monday celebrating her return to the show after a summer getaway to Strathmere and North Carolina, recapping all the fun, food, and family moments before diving headfirst into major local and national headlines. We break down local public safety concerns, including Philadelphia’s back-to-school rush, center-city robbery investigations, and a harrowing incident in Georgia where a police officer was dragged over a hundred yards during a Walmart call. The crew also examines law enforcement's implementation of non-lethal shock gloves for ICE officers, debating their practical use, safety benefits, and the mainstream media's ongoing obsession with police gear. Donald Trump's latest news, interest rate updates, and the massive Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. held along the National Mall. We discuss Melania Trump’s featured role at the event to highlight her "Fostering the Future" initiative, providing educational scholarships for young adults aging out of the foster care system. The conversation turns to local heroes as we celebrate Westchester youth athletes going national and preview an upcoming sit-down with Mark Houck regarding religious freedom regulations outside New Jersey medical facilities. Surge Media’s Frank Scales and Ian McGinnis join the program for their weekly segment, recounting their wild recent field adventures. Frank details his experience monologuing while launch-tested on a 250-foot slingshot ride at Morey's Piers in Wildwood alongside Ian’s dad, Kirk. The guys then dive into their coverage of the Philadelphia Naked Bike Ride, breaking down the public reaction, safety concerns, and why they brought their trademark humor—and a pitch for "Republican Shorts"—to the streets of Philly. Finally, Mary Walter steps in for Dom Giordano to preview her upcoming show on foreign policy progress, young adults' economic perspectives, and high-profile international news.

  3. 4d ago

    Local Pre-Nup Warnings, Legal Malice Myths, And The Quiet War Over Local Data Centers

    We kick off the show taking on the high bar of defamation law and First Amendment protections with top legal expert Steve Klein. We unpack high-profile actual malice cases, including Judge Judy’s headline-grabbing lawsuit against a tabloid after a case of misidentification and the dismissal of a defamation suit filed by Trump’s media company against The Washington Post. Why these cases rarely make it to a jury and how Trump-appointed judges are navigating the steep legal standard required to hold media outlets accountable. We get into local issues impacting our communities, tackling the widespread hysteria surrounding data centers popping up across Pennsylvania. We examine the actual numbers behind water usage and noise concerns, comparing data center operations to everyday facilities like golf courses and local farms, The importance of digging past misleading headlines before rushing to judgment or marching down Broad Street over new local developments. The realities of prenuptial agreements, exposing the financial pitfalls that happen when couples fail to protect their personal assets. Taking a look at high-profile cautionary tales, we discuss why open financial conversations prior to marriage are critical for protecting family savings, property, and long-term security. Plus, the crew reacts to Dom Giordano’s take on the local political landscape and the battle over tech infrastructure in our backyard.

  4. 4d ago

    From Fake News Lawsuits To Garbage Movies: Linda Kearns And Rich Zeoli Breakdown

    Linda Kearns fills in for Dawn Stensland on The Dawn Stensland Show with an episode packed with media commentary, movie absurdity, and deep-dive legal analysis. The crew opens up with local radio producer banter, pizza oven debates, summer cooking secrets, and the utter ridiculousness of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's high-priced lifestyle products. Rich Zeoli joins the desk for his signature pop culture quiz segment, taking on superhero movie descriptions, mocking terrible Hollywood film premises like the upcoming sperm whale survival drama, and breaking down why movie theaters are still vital despite mindless blockbuster recycling. We take a look at the bizarre side of boardwalk entertainment with a discussion on how arcade claw machines are manufactured to lose and why new regulations are forcing game makers to give players a realistic chance to win. The crew also touches on real-world city policy concerns, including public backlash against proposed government-run grocery stores in New York City that threaten to drive small family-owned corner markets completely out of business.

  5. 4d ago

    IndyCar DC Freedom 250, Midterm Election Reality Checks, And G-Love Live From The Tour Bus

    Linda Kearns fills in for Dawn Stensland on The Dawn Show, opening with local broadcast humor, station personalities, and an inside look at WPHT operations. The crew reacts to the inaugural IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, along with the deep-rooted traditions of motorsport history. Dawn’s perspective carries through a breakdown of regional sports culture, local music nostalgia, and the evolving radio landscape across Philadelphia. We dive into the strategic realities of upcoming midterm elections, detailing historical seat turnover for incumbent presidential parties and the critical focus needed on local races. Linda breaks down Pennsylvania's mail-in voting mechanics, early voting opportunities, and why voter turnout at the municipal level shapes everyday life. Callers weigh in with first-hand experiences from Delaware polling locations, sparking a defense of election decentralization, voter roll maintenance, and community poll watching. Philly hip-hop blues icon G-Love calls in live from his tour bus in Michigan to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his hit album Lemonade. We discuss the grind of independent touring, the Outermost Roots and Blues Festival in Cape Cod, and memories of Philadelphia's street performance scene that shaped his signature sound. The hour wraps with stories of Dave Matthews, Jimmy Buffett, and a passionate breakdown of what makes authentic Philadelphia cheese steaks and local culture truly unique.

  6. 6d ago

    Young Maga Socialists, 1960s TV Kisses, And The SAVE Act Faceoff

    We open the show with a look at the political landscape, diving into a Wall Street Journal piece highlighting how a growing number of young conservatives show support for government-run grocery stores and democratic socialist ideas. Linda Kearns and Andrew discuss how economic pressures—from housing unaffordability to rising living costs—are pushing younger generations across both sides of the aisle to reconsider government involvement. The crew reacts to these shifting attitudes, challenging the notion of total government reliance while reflecting on personal finance habits, student loans, and how economic realities compare to past generations. Don Palmer from the Heritage Foundation joins us to unpack critical issues surrounding election integrity, federal mandates, and voting procedures. We explore the transition of leadership at the Election Assistance Commission, the deployment of electronic poll books to reduce human error, and the operational strains facing the United States Postal Service when processing mail-in ballots. Dawn Palmer breaks down the nuances of uniform ballot tracking and addresses the ongoing friction surrounding ballot drop boxes across different counties. We turn to the high-stakes legal debate over voter registration laws, focusing on the proposed SAVE Act and the legacy of the National Voter Registration Act (Motor Voter). Linda and Don debate the constitutional balance between state administration and federal oversight, tackling proof-of-citizenship requirements, driver's license agency practices, and voter documentation rules. To round out the hour, we field caller perspectives on federal photo identification options, touch on local Philly pop culture, and look ahead to upcoming show guests.

  7. Aug 18

    From Elvis Presley’s Funeral To D.C. Protests: Linda Kearns Steps In On The Dawn Show

    We open today with Linda Kearns stepping in for Dawn Stensland as Dawn enjoys a well-deserved break with her family. We dive right into historical milestones, reflecting on the 49th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s funeral and recounting the public viewing at Graceland, the massive procession through Memphis, and the lasting cultural legacy of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. We also react to listener calls regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci, examining the legal complexities surrounding potential presidential pardons and debating whether pursuing prosecution makes sense as the midterms approach. We bring on independent journalists Frank Scales and Ian McGinnis from Surge Philly to break down what is happening on the ground at political demonstrations across the East Coast. The crew reacts to their firsthand accounts covering radical left-wing protests in Washington, D.C., where activists gathered to demonstrate against the one-year National Guard deployment. We discuss how crime rates and homicides dropped significantly following the deployment, while highlighting how extreme anti-American rhetoric and fringe political movements continue to surface at these demonstrations. We press Frank and Ian on the underlying causes of youth radicalization, exploring how economic pressure, a lack of community, and broken family structures drive young people toward socialist ideologies. To end the conversation on a lighter note, we put our guests through a fifth-grade trivia quiz covering basic American history and science, proving just how important real civic education is today. We wrap up the show looking ahead to the Phillies' playoff chances before handing off the microphone to the Dean of Talk Radio, Dom Giordano.

  8. Aug 17

    Guest Host Linda Kearns Takes Over The Dawn Show With HUD’s Joe DeFeliz

    Guest host Linda Kearns fills in for Dawn Stensland and opens Monday with producer Andrew Tar, reacting to morning show host Nick Kayal’s wild confession about skipping hand washing at the station. We honor the 49th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s death, discussing his massive cultural legacy, his family's fight to secure his estate, and Andrew’s own wedding anniversary connection to the King of Rock and Roll. Plus, we check in on the severe tropical weather impacting Hawaii and look ahead to a full lineup of special guests coming up this week on The Dawn Show. We welcome Joe DeFeliz, Regional Administrator and Assistant Deputy Secretary for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Joe breaks down HUD’s new Opportunity Zones 2.0 initiative, explaining how the program incentivizes private capital to revitalize rural and distressed communities without relying on government handouts. He reflects on his travels through rural Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New Jersey, and we pivot to talk local Philadelphia favorites—from the evolving city cheesesteak scene to massive expectations for the Phillies, Eagles, Sixers, and Flyers. Linda dives deep into election data to set the record straight on the widely hyped Amish vote in Pennsylvania from the 2024 election. Using data from Elizabethtown College, we examine the real numbers behind registration and turnout in Lancaster County to demonstrate why voters need to be critical consumers of social media claims. We wrap up by reminding listeners how to find the station’s weekend programming on the Odyssey platform and getting ready to pass the mic over for Dom Time.

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Dawn Stensland breaks down the local and cultural issues of the day. Interviewing all the top Newsmakers and taking your calls! Tune in 10 AM - 12 PM EST weekdays on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

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  • Creator
    The Dawn Stensland Show
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    539
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc
  • Show Website
    The Dawn Stensland Show

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