Was the Fulton Mall Ever Good?

Guest: Mark Holste | Fresno Radio Legend

Mark Holste was a staple in Fresno radio for more than a quarter of a decade doing traffic at KMJ but he spent a large portion of his career as a DJ from Oregon all the way to Ventura, CA. Aaron, Dale, and Mark reminisce about their times together at KMJ, how Mark got into radio, and the trio laugh about certain...management styles in the industry. Also, we discuss the future of the show...stay tuned.

Grab an Aspartame Refreshment at Manchester Mall

In this episode of The Aaron and Dale Show, Aaron and Dale bounce from the absurd to the alarming as they unpack the week’s biggest stories in Fresno and beyond. They kick things off with a look at how AI is helping students cheat—and what that means for the future of education—before diving into the wild world of modern finance, questioning why 50-year mortgages and 15-year car loans are suddenly becoming “normal.” From there, the guys break down a string of local headlines, including a parade crash and the bizarre arrest of a teen who pointed a laser at a police helicopter. They also slice into the local media landscape, calling out some of the reporting quirks that caught their attention this week. The episode rounds out with some classic Aaron-and-Dale flavor: a rant about MSG and aspartame sneaking into favorite sodas, plus a nostalgic trip to long-forgotten Fresno storefronts—like the original open-air Manchester Center. 💬Send feedback: aaronandaleshow@gmail.com [aaronandaleshow@gmail.com] Watch on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@AaronandDaleShow [https://www.youtube.com/@AaronandDaleShow] Listen on: Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8 [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8] ⁠Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-and-dale-show/id1846863017 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-and-dale-show/id1846863017] ⁠iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/] Support the show: Grab the official Aaron & Dale Show trucker hat  https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE [https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE] Save $10 on any Stickermule project: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite [https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite]

Let's Go to the Drive-In Theater!

On this episode we're looking back at the drive-in theaters of Fresno's past, Dale's memories taking dates there and almost getting kicked out in the process. Feedback: aaronanddaleshow@gmail.com Dale's album recommendation of the week:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6k26-p8tG0&list=RDE6k26-p8tG0&start_radio=1 Watch on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@AaronandDaleShow Listen on: Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8 ⁠Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-and-dale-show/id1779346531 ⁠iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/ Support the show: Grab the official Aaron & Dale Show trucker hat  https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE Save $10 on any Stickermule project: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite [https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite]

Spooky Halloween Episode

This week on the show we talk about Halloween in Fresno during the 1950's to 1970's and present day. Then we do a deep dive on "The Monster Mash" by Bobby "Boris" Picket. Plus top news, your feedback, and how Aaron was once tricked into wearing a skirt for Halloween! Spotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8 ⁠Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-and-dale-show/id1779346531 ⁠iHeartRadio → ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/ 🧢 Support the show:Grab the official Aaron & Dale Show trucker hat 👉 https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE💰 Save $10 on any Stickermule project: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite💬 Send feedback: aaronandaleshow@gmail.com

Was the Fulton Mall Ever Good?

Think Fresno’s boring? Dale Mehl says I don’t think so, everyone. In this episode, Dale takes us back to when downtown Fresno was alive — neon lights, music, and packed department stores. From the glory days of Gottschalks, Woolworths, and JC Penney to the fall of the Fulton Mall, Aaron & Dale unpack how Fresno got its bad rap… and why it still deserves love. They also swap waffle house stories, read listener feedback, and get into a heated debate over The Beach Boys’ “Pet Sounds.” If you love Fresno history, local nostalgia, or just want a good laugh, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen on: Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8 [https://open.spotify.com/show/2gIE3PsiUGf7BYu8MEU0K1?si=4782f04f94f748a8] Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aaron-and-dale-show/id1779346531 iHeartRadio → https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-aaron-and-dale-show-301115388/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 🧢 Support the show: Grab the official Aaron & Dale Show trucker hat 👉 https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE [https://www.stickermule.com/aaronarnett/item/19114678?origin=PUBLIC_PROFILE] 💰 Save $10 on any Stickermule project → https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite [https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=4267021701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite] 💌 Email the show: aaronanddaleshow@gmail.com 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronandDaleShow [https://www.youtube.com/@AaronandDaleShow]