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Nicole La Ha Takes On Illinois Budget, Human Trafficking & Consumer Debt Protections

Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss Illinois' latest state budget, ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking, and legislation aimed at strengthening debt protections for consumers. La Ha explains why she believes the state must do more to protect vulnerable victims, promote fiscal responsibility, and ease the financial burden on Illinois families facing economic challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Oil Prices Are Falling—So Why Aren’t Gas Prices Dropping Faster?

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain why oil prices are falling and what it could mean for consumers. Flynn breaks down the factors driving energy markets, including global supply, geopolitical tensions, and economic demand, while addressing the question on every driver's mind: when will lower oil prices translate into cheaper gas at the pump? See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Honoring Jimmy Esch: Community Blood Drive Aims to Save Lives and Give Back

Terri Esch joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, on June 25. Esch shares Jimmy’s story and explains how donating blood can make a life-saving difference for patients and families facing medical emergencies. The conversation highlights the importance of community involvement, blood donation awareness, and supporting those in need through simple acts of generosity. Location: Worth Township Big Gym 11601 S. Pulaski Road, Alsip, IL Please enter through the doors with RED signs by big gym in parking lot THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH 7:30AM TO 2PM To schedule your donation, visit communityblood.org/donor [https://www.communityblood.org/DONOR/]. Click “Donate Now” and search for sponsor code CS41. You may also call 800-280-4102. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Ray Stevens Show (June 17, 2026) | Falling Oil Prices, Human Trafficking Fight & Iran’s Next Move

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn explains why oil prices are falling and whether Americans can expect relief at the gas pump in the weeks ahead. Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins the show to discuss the state budget, efforts to combat human trafficking, and new debt protection measures impacting Illinois families. Later, Terri Esch shares the story behind an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, and the importance of community support during difficult times. The show wraps up with Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago, who examines the possibility of the Iran conflict winding down and what the outcome could mean for stability in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy. Key Segments: * Oil prices fall and gas price outlook * Illinois budget, human trafficking, and debt protections * Blood drive for Jimmy Esch * Iran conflict and Middle East stability See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Brian Pannebecker on how UAW workers contributed to Trump's election

Brian Pannebecker of Auto Workers for Trump joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss his new book, Blue Collar Conservative: From Reagan to Trump. Pannebecker explains how working-class Americans have become a driving force within the Republican Party and why many union and manufacturing workers have shifted toward conservative policies in recent years. The conversation explores the future of blue-collar voters, the Trump movement, economic issues affecting working families, and the changing political landscape across America. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.