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Dave and Molly Show (KHQ NonStop Local)

The Dave and Molly Show offers a light-hearted yet insightful take on current events, with a distinct focus on cultural and technological issues.

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Episodes transcribed
Sep 2025Aug 2026 covered
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Episodes analyzed
383 tone reads — one per figure per episode
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What This Tone Is Based On

The tone scores on this page come from analyzing how this show covers each political figure it mentions. Below is the breakdown of how many of those reads were positive, neutral, or negative.

Positive15139%
Neutral19952%
Negative339%

Net media tone Positive across 383 figure-in-episode tone reads (not audience/impressions).

How Dave and Molly Show (KHQ NonStop Local) Differs from Other Shows

Compared to 101 outlets · Sep 2025–Aug 2026

Overall this show runs more favorable than the rest of the media — mean tone +0.18 vs the media's -0.11.

How its coverage of these figures differs from other shows
  • Stephen Colbert+0.44more favorable vs. other shows
    Show +0.37Other shows -0.07
    123 eps
  • Jim Jordan+0.00more favorable vs. other shows
    Show +0.07Other shows +0.07
    16 eps

Delta = this show's tone toward the figure minus the average across all 101 other tracked outlets that covered them ≥3 times, Sep 2025–Aug 2026.
Positive = friendlier here; negative = harsher.

Editorial Identity

The editorial fingerprint of this center local news show — who it elevates, who it goes after, and where it breaks from the pack.

The Dave and Molly Show is a center-leaning local news program that blends humor with serious commentary, often using cultural references to engage its audience. The show frequently covers cultural and social issues, as well as healthcare and technology, reflecting a keen interest in how these topics impact everyday life. With a framing mix that emphasizes character and mixed narratives, the show often highlights the personalities behind the news, creating a relatable and entertaining viewing experience.

Who it champions

The show tends to portray figures like Stephen Colbert, Gavin Newsom, and Bernie Sanders more favorably than the broader media landscape, suggesting a subtle endorsement of their public personas and policies. Cultural and social issues are prominently featured, often with a positive tone, indicating the show's alignment with progressive cultural narratives.

Who it targets

The Dave and Molly Show is more critical of figures such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Benjamin Netanyahu, reflecting a skeptical stance towards their actions and policies. The show also exhibits a critical tone towards healthcare and technology issues, suggesting a focus on the challenges and controversies within these sectors.

How it differs from the consensus

The show's distinctiveness lies in its favorable portrayal of figures like Gavin Newsom and Bernie Sanders, contrasting with their generally negative media coverage. This deviation highlights the show's unique editorial stance, which leans towards a more supportive view of progressive figures and issues.

176 episodes · 48 figures · Sep 2, 2025 – Aug 13, 2026 · updated Aug 20, 2026

Who Dave and Molly Show (KHQ NonStop Local) boosts and attacks

Tracked figures split by this show's average tone toward them, each with the clips behind the call — tap a quote to jump to the audio.

Dave and Molly Show (KHQ NonStop Local) is a reliable ally to Stephen Colbert, Jim Jordan, Tom Cotton; its prime targets are Benjamin Netanyahu.

Coverage Volume

Transcribed episodes per week — last 26 weeks

Sentiment Trajectory

Average weekly tone toward figures — green favorable, red critical

Whose coverage is ramping up — and dropping

Cooling on Dan Sullivan, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., John Roberts.

“Across N days” = distinct days behind the recent count; a single burst means it’s concentrated in ≤2 days — treat as one story, not a trend.

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Neutral2026-08-14

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Positive2026-08-14

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Dave and Molly Aug 14 Recap
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Neutral2026-08-14

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Dave and Molly Aug 14 Recap
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Positive2026-08-14

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Positive2026-08-14

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Dave and Molly Aug 14
Weather Relief and Community Support
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Celebrity Tipping Habits
Neutral2026-08-14

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Dave and Molly Aug 14
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Positive2026-08-14

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Dave and Molly Aug 14
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