Rush To Reason

John Rush

Rush to Reason is "Denver's Afternoon Rush" ~ News, Politics, and Humor. Finding real answers using logic and reason. Tune in every weekday from 3 to 7pm MT. Find the KLZ560 app at The App Store or on Google Play, or in Denver on the Dial at 560AM, or at RushToReason.com John Rush is a local talk show host who has been on the radio in Denver since 1996. He also hosts Fix It Radio and Drive Radio both call in radio shows on KLZ on Saturdays from 9am - 1pm. John has been a small business owner since 1986 and has owned several businesses over the past 2 decades. He brings his wealth as a "common man" to the events of the day.

  1. 1h ago

    HR1 Three Very Different Movies. Three Brutal Ratings. What Went Wrong? (10-02-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Monday-Friday, 3 pm-6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Three very different movies. Three brutal half-star ratings. What went so terribly wrong? Three movies. Three savage half-star ratings. John Rush and Andy Peth dive into a cinematic train wreck for the ages. First up: a big-budget mystery with A-list actors and bestselling source material—yet Andy calls it a slow-motion disaster, packed with forgettable characters. Next: a Hollywood legend delivers an electric performance in a film Andy dubs bizarre, hyper-political, and relentlessly exhausting. Finally, a giant-snake thriller promises jungle suspense, but the only thing scarier than the Amazon is how little you actually see of the snake. Review Timestamps 4:59 — Verity 17:47 — Digger 35:01 — Beware of Boyuna Catch Andy's full breakdown and brutal verdicts ➡️ https://www.rushtoreason.com/movie-reviews-2/ HOUR 2 NFL Upsets & Hollywood’s Greatest Toms It’s chaos and unpredictability as John Rush and Andy Peth go off script with last-minute guest Jeff, who jumps in for NFL picks and immediately shakes things up with bold predictions. With underperforming quarterbacks, wild coaching calls, and game outcomes no one can predict, every matchup could be an upset, including a bold pick against the Chiefs. Then, the ultimate movie challenge: every iconic film with a “Tom.” From Cruise and Hanks to Hardy, Holland, Selleck, and Tommy Lee Jones, John and Andy race through action, comedy, westerns, and war epics, revealing their favorite moments and unexpected gems. Hollywood nostalgia, legendary lines, and more. Don’t miss this wild hour!

    HR1 Three Very Different Movies. Three Brutal Ratings. What Went Wrong? (10-02-26)
  2. 1h ago

    HR2 NFL Upsets & Hollywood’s Greatest Toms. (10-02-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Monday-Friday, 3 pm-6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Three very different movies. Three brutal half-star ratings. What went so terribly wrong? Three movies. Three savage half-star ratings. John Rush and Andy Peth dive into a cinematic train wreck for the ages. First up: a big-budget mystery with A-list actors and bestselling source material—yet Andy calls it a slow-motion disaster, packed with forgettable characters. Next: a Hollywood legend delivers an electric performance in a film Andy dubs bizarre, hyper-political, and relentlessly exhausting. Finally, a giant-snake thriller promises jungle suspense, but the only thing scarier than the Amazon is how little you actually see of the snake. Review Timestamps 4:59 — Verity 17:47 — Digger 35:01 — Beware of Boyuna Catch Andy's full breakdown and brutal verdicts ➡️ https://www.rushtoreason.com/movie-reviews-2/ HOUR 2 NFL Upsets & Hollywood’s Greatest Toms It’s chaos and unpredictability as John Rush and Andy Peth go off script with last-minute guest Jeff, who jumps in for NFL picks and immediately shakes things up with bold predictions. With underperforming quarterbacks, wild coaching calls, and game outcomes no one can predict, every matchup could be an upset, including a bold pick against the Chiefs. Then, the ultimate movie challenge: every iconic film with a “Tom.” From Cruise and Hanks to Hardy, Holland, Selleck, and Tommy Lee Jones, John and Andy race through action, comedy, westerns, and war epics, revealing their favorite moments and unexpected gems. Hollywood nostalgia, legendary lines, and more. Don’t miss this wild hour!

    HR2 NFL Upsets & Hollywood’s Greatest Toms. (10-02-26)
  3. 19h ago

    HR1 Dr. Kelly: What If the Biggest Health Threat Isn't the One You've Been Warned About? (10-1-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 What If the Biggest Health Threat Isn't the One You've Been Warned About? John Rush and Dr. Kelly Victory ignite debate by questioning everything you think you know about health. They open with the shocking Lindsay Clancy case, diving into the controversial intersection of mental illness, postpartum psychosis, and justice. Next, they unravel myths about medical imaging and sound the alarm on whether routine X-rays and full-body MRIs help or hurt Americans. The pace intensifies as Dr. Kelly breaks down COVID and flu vaccine controversies, explores the truth about Shingrix and Novavax, and challenges the status quo on ivermectin and vaccine safety. She urges everyone to question conventional wisdom and make their own health decisions. John and Dr. Kelly don’t shy away from the most heated COVID-era debates before flipping the script: Have we neglected true immune health in the chase to avoid germs? The hour wraps with unfiltered insights on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and why the real answer to long-term health starts with ditching fear. Guests Dr. Kelly Victory — https://www.rushtoreason.com/dr-kelly-victory-2 HOUR 2 The Shocking Truth About What’s Really in Your Food, and Who Decides. John Rush and Dr. Robert Malone pull back the curtain on the hidden realities of America’s food system. They expose the secrets behind soil health, food origins, and the laws shaping what ends up on your table. Discover how buying local could transform your health and your wallet. Malone reveals surprising ways anyone can grow fresh food, even without land. Attorney Rusty Reynolds joins to tackle the growing crisis of medication reactions, especially with compounded GLP-1 drugs. Get the inside scoop on what to do when medicine goes wrong, why compounding pharmacies matter, and the legal gray areas surrounding supplements and telehealth. John unleashes a bold warning about Colorado’s governor’s race, revealing why a third-party run could shake up the election and tip the scales for Democrats. Guests 1:08 — Dr. Robert Malone — https://www.homesteadingfor.health 26:30 — Rusty Reynolds — https://rrlfirm.com HOUR 3 America’s Future at Risk: Energy, AI, and the Unseen Forces Changing Everything John Rush and Jersey Joe launch into a high-stakes debate on the hidden dangers of America’s energy revolution. They expose the true cost of wind and solar, the massive demands of data centers, and the global ripple effects of environmental policy. No topic is off limits, from gun culture to international power plays. Then Michael Lebowitz, author of Second Wave, joins John for a gripping look at the AI arms race between the U.S. and China. They delve into the ticking clock of innovation, robotics, and quantum breakthroughs, and why falling behind is not an option. The stakes turn personal when Michael reveals how AI-powered scams are targeting Americans like never before, with practical tips to avoid becoming a victim. Guests 1:10 — Jersey Joe — https://JerzeeJoe.com 27:26 — Michael Lebowitz — https://lebowitzbooks.com

    HR1 Dr. Kelly: What If the Biggest Health Threat Isn't the One You've Been Warned About? (10-1-26)
  4. 19h ago

    HR2 The Shocking Truth About What’s Really in Your Food, and Who Decides. (10-1-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 What If the Biggest Health Threat Isn't the One You've Been Warned About? John Rush and Dr. Kelly Victory ignite debate by questioning everything you think you know about health. They open with the shocking Lindsay Clancy case, diving into the controversial intersection of mental illness, postpartum psychosis, and justice. Next, they unravel myths about medical imaging and sound the alarm on whether routine X-rays and full-body MRIs help or hurt Americans. The pace intensifies as Dr. Kelly breaks down COVID and flu vaccine controversies, explores the truth about Shingrix and Novavax, and challenges the status quo on ivermectin and vaccine safety. She urges everyone to question conventional wisdom and make their own health decisions. John and Dr. Kelly don’t shy away from the most heated COVID-era debates before flipping the script: Have we neglected true immune health in the chase to avoid germs? The hour wraps with unfiltered insights on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and why the real answer to long-term health starts with ditching fear. Guests Dr. Kelly Victory — https://www.rushtoreason.com/dr-kelly-victory-2 HOUR 2 The Shocking Truth About What’s Really in Your Food, and Who Decides. John Rush and Dr. Robert Malone pull back the curtain on the hidden realities of America’s food system. They expose the secrets behind soil health, food origins, and the laws shaping what ends up on your table. Discover how buying local could transform your health and your wallet. Malone reveals surprising ways anyone can grow fresh food, even without land. Attorney Rusty Reynolds joins to tackle the growing crisis of medication reactions, especially with compounded GLP-1 drugs. Get the inside scoop on what to do when medicine goes wrong, why compounding pharmacies matter, and the legal gray areas surrounding supplements and telehealth. John unleashes a bold warning about Colorado’s governor’s race, revealing why a third-party run could shake up the election and tip the scales for Democrats. Guests 1:08 — Dr. Robert Malone — https://www.homesteadingfor.health 26:30 — Rusty Reynolds — https://rrlfirm.com HOUR 3 America’s Future at Risk: Energy, AI, and the Unseen Forces Changing Everything John Rush and Jersey Joe launch into a high-stakes debate on the hidden dangers of America’s energy revolution. They expose the true cost of wind and solar, the massive demands of data centers, and the global ripple effects of environmental policy. No topic is off limits, from gun culture to international power plays. Then Michael Lebowitz, author of Second Wave, joins John for a gripping look at the AI arms race between the U.S. and China. They delve into the ticking clock of innovation, robotics, and quantum breakthroughs, and why falling behind is not an option. The stakes turn personal when Michael reveals how AI-powered scams are targeting Americans like never before, with practical tips to avoid becoming a victim. Guests 1:10 — Jersey Joe — https://JerzeeJoe.com 27:26 — Michael Lebowitz — https://lebowitzbooks.com

    HR2 The Shocking Truth About What’s Really in Your Food, and Who Decides. (10-1-26)
  5. 19h ago

    HR3 America’s Future at Risk: Energy, AI, and the Unseen Forces Changing Everything. (10-1-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 What If the Biggest Health Threat Isn't the One You've Been Warned About? John Rush and Dr. Kelly Victory ignite debate by questioning everything you think you know about health. They open with the shocking Lindsay Clancy case, diving into the controversial intersection of mental illness, postpartum psychosis, and justice. Next, they unravel myths about medical imaging and sound the alarm on whether routine X-rays and full-body MRIs help or hurt Americans. The pace intensifies as Dr. Kelly breaks down COVID and flu vaccine controversies, explores the truth about Shingrix and Novavax, and challenges the status quo on ivermectin and vaccine safety. She urges everyone to question conventional wisdom and make their own health decisions. John and Dr. Kelly don’t shy away from the most heated COVID-era debates before flipping the script: Have we neglected true immune health in the chase to avoid germs? The hour wraps with unfiltered insights on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and why the real answer to long-term health starts with ditching fear. Guests Dr. Kelly Victory — https://www.rushtoreason.com/dr-kelly-victory-2 HOUR 2 The Shocking Truth About What’s Really in Your Food, and Who Decides. John Rush and Dr. Robert Malone pull back the curtain on the hidden realities of America’s food system. They expose the secrets behind soil health, food origins, and the laws shaping what ends up on your table. Discover how buying local could transform your health and your wallet. Malone reveals surprising ways anyone can grow fresh food, even without land. Attorney Rusty Reynolds joins to tackle the growing crisis of medication reactions, especially with compounded GLP-1 drugs. Get the inside scoop on what to do when medicine goes wrong, why compounding pharmacies matter, and the legal gray areas surrounding supplements and telehealth. John unleashes a bold warning about Colorado’s governor’s race, revealing why a third-party run could shake up the election and tip the scales for Democrats. Guests 1:08 — Dr. Robert Malone — https://www.homesteadingfor.health 26:30 — Rusty Reynolds — https://rrlfirm.com HOUR 3 America’s Future at Risk: Energy, AI, and the Unseen Forces Changing Everything John Rush and Jersey Joe launch into a high-stakes debate on the hidden dangers of America’s energy revolution. They expose the true cost of wind and solar, the massive demands of data centers, and the global ripple effects of environmental policy. No topic is off limits, from gun culture to international power plays. Then Michael Lebowitz, author of Second Wave, joins John for a gripping look at the AI arms race between the U.S. and China. They delve into the ticking clock of innovation, robotics, and quantum breakthroughs, and why falling behind is not an option. The stakes turn personal when Michael reveals how AI-powered scams are targeting Americans like never before, with practical tips to avoid becoming a victim. Guests 1:10 — Jersey Joe — https://JerzeeJoe.com 27:26 — Michael Lebowitz — https://lebowitzbooks.com

    HR3 America’s Future at Risk: Energy, AI, and the Unseen Forces Changing Everything. (10-1-26)
  6. 3d ago

    HR1 Heart Attacks, Scams, and the Shocking Dangers Lurking in Your Daily Routine. (9-30-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Heart Attacks, Scams, and the Shocking Dangers Lurking in Your Daily Routine Are you overlooking the hidden dangers that could destroy your health and your wealth? John Rush kicks off Health and Wellness Wednesday with two jaw-dropping stories you can’t afford to miss. Discover what really happens when families inherit a home, and hear how a single phone call led to a $400,000 scam that could happen to anyone. Next, Dr. James Markham, co-author of The Creator’s Code, reveals the real-life secrets to preventing, and potentially reversing, heart disease. John and Dr. Markham break down the daily habits that could save your life, from faith and nutrition to sunlight and sleep. If you think you know the warning signs, think again: this conversation could change everything you believe about health. Guest 23:31 — Dr. James Markham — https://heartwiseministries.org HOUR 2 Secrets, Scandals, and the Surprising Battles Shaping America’s Future. Dive into the wildest presidential election you’ve never heard about—one that lasted 115 days and changed the nation forever. John Rush and Richard Battle expose the dramatic twists of the 1876 presidential battle, uncover Colorado’s forgotten role, and ask: what can modern America learn from history’s most contested election? Then: a shocking aviation scare, followed by the fight to kill the penny—and why it could change every cash transaction in America. Later, Sunny Kutcher of Young Americans Against Socialism joins John for a no-holds-barred debate on socialism, taxes, inflation, and the real impact on the middle class. The hour ends with explosive insights into Iran, energy prices, and what the media isn’t telling you, setting the stage for an even deeper dive in Hour Three. Guests 1:10 — Richard Battle — https://richardbattle.com 28:46 — Sunny Kutcher — https://yaas.org HOUR 3 Escape the Grind: Build a Business That Thrives Without You at the Helm What if your business could run itself? John Rush and Joe Giacalone, author of Beyond the Owner, uncover the path to true freedom for entrepreneurs. They break down myths about skilled trades, reveal how to build a team that outshines you, and confront the egos that keep businesses from explosive growth. John reveals why the most successful owners work themselves out of a job, and how you can do it too. Later, Daniel Turner of Power The Future exposes the lawsuits and regulations driving up your energy bills, and why a Supreme Court ruling could change the future of climate litigation in America. John wraps up by exposing how major news outlets cover, or ignore, the biggest stories in energy and global conflict. Guests 1:10 — Joe S. Giacalone — https://joesgiacalone.com/ 26:54 — Daniel Turner — https://www.powerthefuture.com/

    HR1 Heart Attacks, Scams, and the Shocking Dangers Lurking in Your Daily Routine. (9-30-26)
  7. 3d ago

    HR2 Secrets, Scandals, and the Surprising Battles Shaping America’s Future. (9-30-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Heart Attacks, Scams, and the Shocking Dangers Lurking in Your Daily Routine Are you overlooking the hidden dangers that could destroy your health and your wealth? John Rush kicks off Health and Wellness Wednesday with two jaw-dropping stories you can’t afford to miss. Discover what really happens when families inherit a home, and hear how a single phone call led to a $400,000 scam that could happen to anyone. Next, Dr. James Markham, co-author of The Creator’s Code, reveals the real-life secrets to preventing, and potentially reversing, heart disease. John and Dr. Markham break down the daily habits that could save your life, from faith and nutrition to sunlight and sleep. If you think you know the warning signs, think again: this conversation could change everything you believe about health. Guest 23:31 — Dr. James Markham — https://heartwiseministries.org HOUR 2 Secrets, Scandals, and the Surprising Battles Shaping America’s Future. Dive into the wildest presidential election you’ve never heard about—one that lasted 115 days and changed the nation forever. John Rush and Richard Battle expose the dramatic twists of the 1876 presidential battle, uncover Colorado’s forgotten role, and ask: what can modern America learn from history’s most contested election? Then: a shocking aviation scare, followed by the fight to kill the penny—and why it could change every cash transaction in America. Later, Sunny Kutcher of Young Americans Against Socialism joins John for a no-holds-barred debate on socialism, taxes, inflation, and the real impact on the middle class. The hour ends with explosive insights into Iran, energy prices, and what the media isn’t telling you, setting the stage for an even deeper dive in Hour Three. Guests 1:10 — Richard Battle — https://richardbattle.com 28:46 — Sunny Kutcher — https://yaas.org HOUR 3 Escape the Grind: Build a Business That Thrives Without You at the Helm What if your business could run itself? John Rush and Joe Giacalone, author of Beyond the Owner, uncover the path to true freedom for entrepreneurs. They break down myths about skilled trades, reveal how to build a team that outshines you, and confront the egos that keep businesses from explosive growth. John reveals why the most successful owners work themselves out of a job, and how you can do it too. Later, Daniel Turner of Power The Future exposes the lawsuits and regulations driving up your energy bills, and why a Supreme Court ruling could change the future of climate litigation in America. John wraps up by exposing how major news outlets cover, or ignore, the biggest stories in energy and global conflict. Guests 1:10 — Joe S. Giacalone — https://joesgiacalone.com/ 26:54 — Daniel Turner — https://www.powerthefuture.com/

    HR2 Secrets, Scandals, and the Surprising Battles Shaping America’s Future. (9-30-26)
  8. 3d ago

    HR3 Escape the Grind: Build a Business That Thrives Without You at the Helm. (9-30-26)

    Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text 307-200-8222. Monday-Friday, 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Heart Attacks, Scams, and the Shocking Dangers Lurking in Your Daily Routine Are you overlooking the hidden dangers that could destroy your health and your wealth? John Rush kicks off Health and Wellness Wednesday with two jaw-dropping stories you can’t afford to miss. Discover what really happens when families inherit a home, and hear how a single phone call led to a $400,000 scam that could happen to anyone. Next, Dr. James Markham, co-author of The Creator’s Code, reveals the real-life secrets to preventing, and potentially reversing, heart disease. John and Dr. Markham break down the daily habits that could save your life, from faith and nutrition to sunlight and sleep. If you think you know the warning signs, think again: this conversation could change everything you believe about health. Guest 23:31 — Dr. James Markham — https://heartwiseministries.org HOUR 2 Secrets, Scandals, and the Surprising Battles Shaping America’s Future. Dive into the wildest presidential election you’ve never heard about—one that lasted 115 days and changed the nation forever. John Rush and Richard Battle expose the dramatic twists of the 1876 presidential battle, uncover Colorado’s forgotten role, and ask: what can modern America learn from history’s most contested election? Then: a shocking aviation scare, followed by the fight to kill the penny—and why it could change every cash transaction in America. Later, Sunny Kutcher of Young Americans Against Socialism joins John for a no-holds-barred debate on socialism, taxes, inflation, and the real impact on the middle class. The hour ends with explosive insights into Iran, energy prices, and what the media isn’t telling you, setting the stage for an even deeper dive in Hour Three. Guests 1:10 — Richard Battle — https://richardbattle.com 28:46 — Sunny Kutcher — https://yaas.org HOUR 3 Escape the Grind: Build a Business That Thrives Without You at the Helm What if your business could run itself? John Rush and Joe Giacalone, author of Beyond the Owner, uncover the path to true freedom for entrepreneurs. They break down myths about skilled trades, reveal how to build a team that outshines you, and confront the egos that keep businesses from explosive growth. John reveals why the most successful owners work themselves out of a job, and how you can do it too. Later, Daniel Turner of Power The Future exposes the lawsuits and regulations driving up your energy bills, and why a Supreme Court ruling could change the future of climate litigation in America. John wraps up by exposing how major news outlets cover, or ignore, the biggest stories in energy and global conflict. Guests 1:10 — Joe S. Giacalone — https://joesgiacalone.com/ 26:54 — Daniel Turner — https://www.powerthefuture.com/

    HR3 Escape the Grind: Build a Business That Thrives Without You at the Helm. (9-30-26)

Ratings & Reviews

4.1
out of 5
21 Ratings

About

Rush to Reason is "Denver's Afternoon Rush" ~ News, Politics, and Humor. Finding real answers using logic and reason. Tune in every weekday from 3 to 7pm MT. Find the KLZ560 app at The App Store or on Google Play, or in Denver on the Dial at 560AM, or at RushToReason.com John Rush is a local talk show host who has been on the radio in Denver since 1996. He also hosts Fix It Radio and Drive Radio both call in radio shows on KLZ on Saturdays from 9am - 1pm. John has been a small business owner since 1986 and has owned several businesses over the past 2 decades. He brings his wealth as a "common man" to the events of the day.

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