The Marc Cox Morning Show

Griff Jenkins breaks down the latest on DHS funding, explaining the Senate-House two-track system, the role of key GOP leaders, and potential stop-gap measures for unfunded CBP and ICE employees. He highlights the messy reconciliation process and the interplay of Republican and Democratic votes, while also reacting to President Trump’s recent address. Jenkins shifts to a startling Matt Gaetz revelation about hybrid alien-human programs, providing context from classified hearings and UFO committees, blending serious political reporting with eyebrow-raising claims on intergalactic matters. Hashtags: #GriffJenkins #DHSFunding #ICE #BorderPatrol #MattGaetz #Aliens #UFOs #TrumpAddress #FoxNews

Shannon Bream joins Marc Cox to dissect the Supreme Court’s deliberations on birthright citizenship, highlighting that justices focused strictly on constitutional text rather than political pressures, birth tourism, or illegal immigration concerns. Bream notes strong advocacy from Solicitor General John Sauer but widespread judicial skepticism, suggesting any significant change would likely require congressional action or a constitutional amendment. The conversation also touches on potential visa restrictions, state-level enforcement challenges, and the political maneuvering around DHS funding and the SAVE Act, placing legal nuance alongside ongoing national debates. Hashtags: #ShannonBream #BirthrightCitizenship #SupremeCourt #JohnSauer #DHSFunding #SAVEAct #LegalAnalysis #FoxNews

Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with former Senator Jim Talent analyzing President Trump’s Iran speech, discussing allied support, U.S. energy leverage, and potential military repositioning in Europe. Talent also weighs in on congressional oversight, the War Powers Act, and Supreme Court debates on birthright citizenship. The hour then shifts to local politics with Joshua Wilcutt, a St. Charles School Board candidate, detailing his fight against discrimination, union influence, and DEI policies, emphasizing parental involvement and fiscal responsibility. The segment closes with “Kim on a Whim,” exploring Artemis 2, NASA’s budget, the lunar south pole mission, and the strategic U.S.-China space race. Hashtags: #JimTalent #IranPolicy #TrumpSpeech #JoshWilcutt #StCharlesSchoolBoard #NEA #ParentalRights #NASA #Artemis2 #SpaceRace #LunarResources #KimOnAWhim

Marc Cox talks with St. Charles School Board candidate Josh Wilcutt about his campaign priorities, including student safety, accountability, and strengthening parental involvement. Wilcutt details his personal experience with discrimination against his special-needs son, criticizes the NEA’s endorsements of other candidates, and emphasizes responsible use of tax dollars. The segment also covers local property tax freezes, fire and EMS sales taxes, and broader issues like DEI policies and curriculum transparency, giving listeners a thorough look at how school board decisions affect both families and the community. Hashtags: #JoshWilcutt #StCharlesSchoolBoard #ParentalRights #NEA #EducationPolicy #PropertyTax #StudentSafety #DEI

Marc Cox welcomes former Senator Jim Talent to analyze President Trump’s recent Iran speech, including critiques of European allies, the U.S. energy strategy, and potential shifts in military posture. Talent explains the precision of U.S. strikes, projected timelines, and market impacts. The conversation transitions to constitutional law, with Talent unpacking the 14th Amendment, birthright citizenship, and John Sauer’s arguments before the Supreme Court, offering listeners both political and legal context. The segment closes with light-hearted commentary on fringe government theories, blending expertise with humor. Hashtags: #JimTalent #TrumpSpeech #Iran #EnergyIndependence #14thAmendment #SupremeCourt #BirthrightCitizenship #USPolitics

Marc Cox opens with Ward 4 Councilman Jeff Kuehn discussing O’Fallon’s rapid growth, balancing housing affordability, green space, and fiscal responsibility amid county-wide development concerns. Sports director Tom Ackerman follows with an upbeat breakdown of the St. Louis Cardinals’ youngest roster in decades, highlighting team chemistry, rising prospects, and early-season excitement, plus a look ahead to the Final Four. The hour closes with “In Other News,” covering Tiger Woods’ hiatus, bizarre criminal cases, a massive Costco Easter bunny, OkCupid privacy violations, and a viral Michigan police car escape, blending local politics, sports, and quirky national headlines. Hashtags: #OFallonDevelopment #JeffKuehn #StLouisCardinals #TomAckerman #TigerWoods #InOtherNews #CostcoEasterBunny #OkCupidPrivacy

Sports director Tom Ackerman shares insight on the St. Louis Cardinals’ youthful roster, highlighting their energy, chemistry, and the developmental challenges over a 162-game season. He discusses standout players, bullpen structure, and the franchise’s deep prospect pool, emphasizing how fans can follow the team’s evolution over the next few years. Ackerman also touches on Mason Wynn’s recovery from a car accident and previews the upcoming Final Four basketball matchups in Indianapolis, giving a full picture of local and national sports highlights. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #StLouisCardinals #MLBProspects #YoungTeamEnergy #MasonWynn #FinalFour #CollegeBasketball

Ward 4 Councilman Jeff Kuehn discusses O’Fallon’s development amid St. Charles County’s rapid growth, emphasizing a balanced approach that preserves green space while providing affordable housing options like the Cabala project. Kuehn addresses concerns about annexation, multifamily vs. single-family homes, and the city’s financial health, highlighting that O’Fallon maintains a 55% reserve far above state requirements. He stresses that responsible development supports both residents and local businesses while maintaining fiscal stability, and looks ahead to how the county executive race may influence future growth policies. Hashtags: #JeffKuehn #O’FallonDevelopment #StCharlesCounty #AffordableHousing #CityFinance #LocalPolitics

In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Ange highlights a viral campus interview exposing what she calls hypocrisy among students who support socialism but reject sharing their own GPA, using it to argue against wealth redistribution and government handouts. The discussion expands into comparisons involving Hollywood elites, open borders, and Taylor Swift ticket demand to illustrate perceived contradictions in progressive positions. Marc Cox and Kim then pivot to the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship debate, backing John Sauer’s originalist argument about the 14th Amendment and criticizing the growth of birth tourism, while Cox sharply criticizes Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s questioning during oral arguments and predicts skepticism from the Court may not reflect the final ruling. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #SocialismDebate #BirthrightCitizenship #SupremeCourt #JohnSauer #KetanjiBrownJackson #14thAmendment #OpenBorders #BirthTourism #MarcCoxMorningShow

April 1st on The Marc Cox Morning Show delivers a whirlwind of national, local, and cultural coverage. Hour 1 opens with speculation on a Trump address regarding Iran and NATO, local property tax battles, and Social Security reform debates. Hour 2 exposes Kristi Noem’s husband’s cross-dressing controversy, updates on Iran conflict and market reactions, and odd news including whale collisions and Gen Z crash trends. Hour 3 focuses on DHS funding gaps, O’Fallon development concerns, and a four-day work week debate. Hour 4 closes with comedy from Jimmy Phelan, NBA and cultural controversies, global oil and market analysis from Taylor Riggs, and a deep dive into proposed Department of Labor 401k rule changes. The show blends politics, economics, culture, and humor in a high-impact, informative morning. Hashtags: #MarcCox #DonaldTrump #Iran #NATO #KristiNoem #Scandal #LocalPolitics #PropertyTaxes #DHSFunding #OFallonMO #FourDayWorkWeek #JimmyPhelan #TaylorRiggs #OilMarket #Investing #401k #PrivateEquity #Comedy #Politics

Marc Cox closes the show with a mix of humor, culture, and finance. Jimmy Phelan kicks off with laughs about April Fool’s Day, aliens, and political double standards, teasing his upcoming St. Louis show. Taylor Riggs breaks down global oil market fluctuations, NATO inaction, and Iran tensions while connecting them to U.S. economic and investment trends. The hour finishes with an in-depth discussion on the proposed Department of Labor rule expanding 401k private equity options, potential risks for individual investors, and the Trump Ballroom controversy, weaving finance, politics, and cultural critique into a single compelling hour. Hashtags: #JimmyPhelan #TaylorRiggs #AprilFools #Comedy #NBAControversy #OilMarket #Investing #401k #PrivateEquity #TrumpBallroom #Politics

Taylor Riggs of The Big Money Show joins Marc Cox to analyze the global and financial fallout of the Iran conflict, highlighting NATO’s reluctance to act, implications for oil prices, and the U.S.’s shifting role in the Middle East. Riggs also explains a new Department of Labor rule opening private credit investments to individual 401k holders, emphasizing empowerment and potential high returns for savvy investors. The discussion blends geopolitical strategy, market insight, and practical personal finance advice, giving listeners a full-spectrum view of international and economic currents. Hashtags: #TaylorRiggs #BigMoneyShow #IranConflict #NATO #OilPrices #401k #PrivateCredit #Investing #FinancialNews #Geopolitics

Marc Cox hosts Jimmy Failla of Fox Across America, diving into wild NYC cab driver stories, alien encounters, and the generational shift in social media accountability. They tackle political double standards, including reactions to eccentric candidates and Democrats’ selective critiques, with Failla blending sharp humor and satire. The segment also plugs Failla’s April 11th St. Louis comedy show, teasing a high-energy, one-time-only performance at The Factory. Hashtags: #JimmyFailla #NYCCabStories #Comedy #Aliens #PoliticalSatire #MediaDoubleStandards #AprilFoolsDay #FoxAcrossAmerica #StLouisEvents

Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with Mary Vought discussing critical DHS funding shortfalls amid national security concerns and allegations of immigration fraud against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, highlighting ongoing debates over accountability and government oversight. The focus then shifts to local politics with Linda Ragsdale and Corey Spencer addressing O’Fallon’s proposed moratorium on new apartment buildings and annexations, emphasizing the financial strain of overdevelopment on taxpayers and infrastructure. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim” exploring innovative four-day work week strategies, examining the practical, generational, and logistical challenges of implementing shorter work weeks while maintaining productivity and employee satisfaction. Hashtags: #DHSFunding #IlhanOmar #ImmigrationFraud #OFallonMO #LocalGovernment #UrbanDevelopment #FourDayWorkWeek #WorkLifeBalance #KimOnAWhim

Marc Cox hosts Linda Ragsdale and Cory Spencer to discuss St. Charles County development, focusing on a proposed moratorium on new apartment buildings in O’Fallon. They argue that rapid annexations and multifamily developments strain city finances, burden taxpayers, and divert funds from essential infrastructure. Both emphasize smart growth, advocating for infill development, affordable single-family homes, and commercial projects to bolster sales tax revenue while maintaining quality of life for current residents. Hashtags: #OFallonMO #ApartmentMoratorium #CityBudget #SmartDevelopment #LindaRagsdale #CorySpencer #StCharlesCounty #FiscalResponsibility #LocalGovernment

Marc Cox speaks with Mary Vought, Vice President of Strategic Communications at Heritage, dissecting allegations that Ilhan Omar committed immigration fraud, highlighting past underenforcement under the Biden administration. The conversation pivots to broader concerns about DHS funding shortfalls affecting ICE, TSA, and cybersecurity amid heightened terror alerts. Vought and Cox also criticize California Governor Gavin Newsom’s energy policies, linking them to sky-high gas prices and mismanagement, while questioning the state’s presidential ambitions amid ongoing fiscal and social crises. Hashtags: #MaryVought #IlhanOmar #ImmigrationFraud #DHSFunding #TSA #ICE #CaliforniaGasCrisis #GavinNewsom #HeritageFoundation #DailySignal

Marc Cox dives into a mix of political, economic, and odd news in Hour 2. The hour opens with the explosive revelation about Kristi Noem’s husband’s cross-dressing fetish and online activities, exploring the potential personal and political ramifications. Nicole Murray breaks down the latest on the Iran conflict, U.S. strategic positioning, and market reactions, including oil price swings, stock gains, and mortgage trends. The hour wraps with “In Other News,” highlighting a whale collision in San Francisco, Gen Z crash statistics, the rise of stay-at-home boyfriends, a New Zealand dog rescue funded by strangers, and a California prodigy accepted into an elite IQ group. Hashtags: #KristiNoem #Scandal #IranConflict #StockMarket #OilPrices #InOtherNews #WhaleCollision #GenZ #StayAtHomeBoyfriends #DogRescue #CaliforniaProdigy

Marc Cox covers a whirlwind of unusual and human-interest stories in “In Other News.” Highlights include a windsurfer in San Francisco colliding with a whale, a study revealing Gen Z leads in crash fatalities due to speeding, and a growing trend of stay-at-home boyfriends as women surpass men in U.S. payroll jobs. The segment also celebrates community kindness as strangers in New Zealand fund a helicopter search to rescue a lost dog, and showcases a prodigious four-year-old in California excelling academically, rounding out a mix of quirky, socially relevant, and heartwarming news. Hashtags: #MarcCox #InOtherNews #SanFrancisco #GenZ #Driving #StayAtHomeBoyfriends #DogRescue #NewZealand #Education #California #HumanInterest

Marc Cox opens a stormy April 1st show with speculation about a national address from Donald Trump potentially focused on escalating tensions with Iran and frustration with NATO allies before shifting to local politics, where Cox highlights harassment of conservative candidates including Lauren Greenwood tied to the Francis Howell School District and urges support for property tax freezes across Missouri counties. During "Kim on a Whim," Kim St. Onge introduces comedian Jimmy Carr’s proposal to tax only ages 30–60, sparking a broader discussion about workforce participation and the looming insolvency of Social Security Administration. The hour concludes with Cox advocating for private retirement investment accounts, debating retirement age increases, and warning that without reform, Social Security could face a financial collapse that threatens future retirees. Hashtags: #MarcCox #DonaldTrump #Iran #NATO #MissouriPolitics #PropertyTaxes #FrancisHowell #KimOnAWhim #JimmyCarr #SocialSecurity #RetirementCrisis #TaxDebate

During "Kim on a Whim," Kim St. Onge reacts to a provocative tax proposal from British comedian Jimmy Carr suggesting people only pay taxes between ages 30 and 60, sparking a broader debate with Marc Cox about taxation, workforce participation, and the long-term viability of Social Security Administration benefits. The discussion shifts to concerns about declining birth rates, fewer workers paying into the system, and projections that Social Security could become insolvent within the next decade without major reforms. Cox argues changes like raising retirement ages, means testing, and limiting early withdrawals may be unavoidable, while St. Onge pushes back on working longer and questions fairness for future retirees, ultimately framing the conversation around political reluctance to address what both agree is an unsustainable entitlement system. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #MarcCox #JimmyCarr #SocialSecurity #Taxes #Retirement #EntitlementReform #EconomicPolicy #USPolitics #Workforce #TaxDebate

Marc Cox opens the show with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Ange, covering St. Charles County’s heated council meeting and unanimous approval of an ICE cooperation agreement despite anti-ICE protests. Hour 1 shifts to Cardinals early-season optimism and the controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey’s release from the Chicago Bulls for criticizing NBA Pride Month, sparking debate on religious freedom and workplace rights. Hour 2 celebrates the reopening of Granite City Steel’s blast furnace, ties the revival to Trump-era policies, and walks through the April Mark Cox Voter Guide, emphasizing conservative school board races and NEA influence. Hour 3 examines NYC daycare policy with Todd Pyro, Virginia gun law changes with Louis Valdez, and continues discussion of Jaden Ivey’s firing. Hour 4 focuses on St. Charles County property tax debates, featuring Steve Ehlmann defending ICE cooperation, Ryan Wiggins analyzing Florida and Missouri property tax issues, and a detailed look at Proposition RT, showing how it empowers homeowners and limits future assessment hikes. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #DanBuck #StCharlesCounty #ICE #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #GraniteCitySteel #MarkCoxVoterGuide #SchoolBoardElections #ToddPyro #LouisValdez #VirginiaGunLaw #PropertyTaxes #PropRT #RyanWiggins #LocalPolitics #TaxPolicy

Marc Cox and Ryan Wiggins dive into property tax issues affecting Missouri voters and parallel policies in Florida. Wiggins explains the mechanics of property tax freezes on homesteads, the challenges of taxing unrealized gains, and why incremental implementation is necessary for local budgets. He warns of potential conflicts with fire, EMS, and school district funding, and critiques proposed sales tax increases as a workaround. The discussion highlights how redistricting momentum and legislative leadership could influence broader tax reforms, while emphasizing the practical impact on homeowners amid rising home values. Hashtags: #PropertyTaxFreeze #MissouriTaxes #FloridaTaxPolicy #RyanWiggins #MarcCoxMorningShow #VoterGuide #SchoolFunding #LocalGovernment

Marc Cox interviews St. Charles County Executive Steve Elman about the recent unanimous council approval of the county’s memorandum of understanding with ICE. Elman explains the agreement’s focus on officer training and streamlined procedures for handling detainers, emphasizing that it’s purely procedural, with no bounty or funding exchange. He addresses the council’s role in approving intergovernmental agreements, recounts the history of prior attempts under past administrations, and stresses law enforcement’s duty to uphold federal and state law. The conversation then shifts to local development, with Elman weighing in on a proposed data center, stressing careful site selection and concern for residential areas and utility impact. Hashtags: #StCharlesCounty #ICEAgreement #SteveElman #287G #PublicSafety #DataCenterConcerns #MarcCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox opens with Todd Pyro explaining why he missed the show, sharing fan shoutouts from Virginia Beach, and critiquing New York City’s plan to offer free daycare up to age 16, highlighting taxpayer costs, Albany’s potential pushback, and private-public alternatives. Next, Louis Valdez joins for “2A Tuesday,” detailing Virginia’s new law banning gun possession for anyone under 21 without adult supervision, the governor of Wyoming vetoing a Second Amendment bill, and recent victories in New York eliminating social media scrutiny from CCW applications. The hour wraps with Chicago Bulls guard Jaden Ivey being waived for publicly condemning NBA Pride Month and discussing his Christian faith, sparking debate over religious freedom, workplace rights, and potential legal action. Hashtags: #ToddPyro #NYCChildcare #LouisValdez #2ATuesday #VirginiaGunBan #WyomingGunRights #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #MarcCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox hosts Louis Valdez, Florida State Director for Gun Owners of America, for the weekly “2A Tuesday” segment. They dissect Virginia’s new gun restrictions, Wyoming’s legislative battles, and the broader erosion of Second Amendment protections nationwide. Valdez explains how law-abiding citizens are targeted by overreaching laws while criminals remain unaffected, highlights recent legal victories in New York regarding social media requirements for gun permits, and urges listeners to support grassroots gun rights advocacy. The discussion blends legal strategy, state-by-state comparisons, and a strong pro-Second Amendment perspective. Hashtags: #2ATuesday #LouisValdez #GunOwnersOfAmerica #SecondAmendment #VirginiaGunLaws #WyomingGunRights #MarcCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox riffs on Todd Piro’s absence while sharing listener shout-outs and humorous intro stories before pivoting to policy discussion. They cover New York City’s new initiative offering free daycare for city employees, weighing the benefits for working families against practical concerns over cost, funding, and long-term sustainability. Todd critiques blanket government giveaways, advocating for private-public partnerships and targeted subsidies instead. The segment blends humor, listener engagement, and a sharp look at daycare policy and government overreach. Hashtags: #ToddPiro #FoxAndFriends #DaycarePolicy #NewYorkCity #PrivatePublicPartnerships #MarcCoxMorningShow #ListenerShoutouts

Marc Cox celebrates the reopening of Granite City Steel’s blast furnace, tying the revival to Trump-era policies and sharing a personal story about working in the steel industry that shaped his work ethic. He then dives into the April Mark Cox Voter Guide, emphasizing the importance of conservative voices in local school board elections, explaining NEA influence, and providing tools for voters to hold candidates accountable. The hour wraps with lighter “In Other News” stories, including a Southwest Airlines seating dispute, a Maryland Chick-fil-A encouraging phone-free family meals, and Passover-friendly Coca-Cola bottles. Hashtags: #GraniteCitySteel #TrumpEra #SteelIndustry #MarkCoxVoterGuide #SchoolBoardElections #NEA #ConservativeVoices #InOtherNews #ChickFilA #Passover #MarcCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox opens the show with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Ange, recounting a heated St. Charles County Council meeting where anti-ICE protesters opposed a new law enforcement cooperation agreement that ultimately passed unanimously 7–0. The hour shifts to Cardinals early-season optimism and a surprise Edgar Renteria autograph before “The Buck Stops Here” spotlights controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey’s reported release from the Chicago Bulls following faith-based criticism of LGBTQ Pride messaging, sparking debate over religious freedom and free speech in professional sports. The hour wraps with outrage over Providence officials calling for removal of a mural honoring a murdered Ukrainian immigrant, with Cox and Buck questioning political double standards and cultural priorities. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #DanBuck #StCharlesCounty #ICE #ImmigrationPolicy #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #Providence #MuralControversy #FreeSpeech

Marc Cox and Dan Buck dive into a heated debate after Jaden Ivey is reportedly released by the Chicago Bulls following social media comments criticizing LGBTQ Pride messaging based on his Christian beliefs. The hosts outline Ivey’s connection to St. Louis through his mother, Niele Ivey of University of Notre Dame women's basketball, while arguing the move raises questions about free speech, religious expression, and double standards in the National Basketball Association. They compare the situation to past player discipline, reference Colin Kaepernick, and suggest a potential legal challenge, framing the decision as a broader cultural flashpoint over faith, politics, and professional sports. Hashtags: #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #NBA #ReligiousFreedom #FreeSpeech #LGBTQDebate #SportsControversy #MarcCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox opens the show celebrating Illinois’ dramatic March Madness comeback and highlights standout performances, while criticizing nationwide “No Kings” protests as the actions of a vocal anti-Trump minority. Hour 1 also examines Kim St. Onge’s “Kim on a Whim” segment on AI, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, including companies like RobotLAB and Waymo, alongside economic and community concerns over proposed Missouri data centers and a successful BackStoppers fundraiser in Washington, Missouri. Hour 2 features Hans von Spakovsky analyzing voter ID disputes and previewing the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship case, with Nicole Murray reporting on oil price surges linked to Middle East tensions, Eli Lilly’s $2.75B AI-driven drug deal, Mistral’s $830M AI data center financing, PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases, and the emergence of self-driving traffic lights. Hour 3 focuses on Fort Zumwalt school board candidate Mark Pratt addressing low voter turnout and NEA endorsements, Dan Buck dissecting Charles Barkley’s March Madness immigration comments, and Kim on a Whim reviewing Drusky’s viral parody of Erica Kirk, all while previewing Amendment 3 and local fire and EMS ballot issues. Hour 4 features Kathryn Wagner from Her Health Her Future outlining the campaign to overturn Missouri’s 2024 Amendment 3 and educate voters for November, Tom Ackerman breaking down March Madness matchups—including Michigan vs. Arizona and Illinois vs. Yukon—celebrating Cardinals rookie J.J. Weatherholt’s historic first two MLB games, and assessing the St. Louis Blues’ playoff push, and St. Charles County Councilman Joe Brazel discussing the ICE Memorandum of Understanding to streamline officer processing, advocating for moving school board elections to November, and emphasizing voter engagement with the Missouri Voter Guide. Hashtags: #MarcCox #IllinoisBasketball #MarchMadnessComeback #NoKingsProtests #DonaldTrump #KimOnAWhim #AI #Robotics #Waymo #RobotLAB #MissouriDataCenters #BackStoppers #VoterID #BirthrightCitizenship #OilPrices #EliLilly #PS5 #FortZumwalt #SchoolBoard #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #EricaKirk #Amendment3 #HerHealthHerFuture #ProLifeMovement #StLouisCardinals #JJWeatherholt #StLouisBlues #StCharlesCounty #JoeBrazel #VoterGuide

Marc Cox opens with Kathryn Wagner from Her Health Her Future, detailing the campaign to overturn Missouri’s 2024 Amendment 3, uniting pro-life organizations, and educating voters about the upcoming November election. Tom Ackerman joins by phone to analyze March Madness, highlighting Michigan vs. Arizona and Illinois vs. Yukon matchups, while also celebrating Cardinals rookie J.J. Weatherholt’s historic first two MLB games and discussing the St. Louis Blues’ playoff push. The hour concludes with St. Charles County Councilman Joe Brazel explaining the ICE Memorandum of Understanding that streamlines processing for officers, advocating for moving school board elections to November for higher turnout, and emphasizing voter engagement, with a reminder to access the Missouri Voter Guide. Hashtags: #MissouriPolitics #Amendment3 #HerHealthHerFuture #ProLifeMovement #MarchMadness #StLouisCardinals #JJWeatherholt #StLouisBlues #StCharlesCounty #JoeBrazel #SchoolElectionReform #VoterGuide

Marc Cox talks with St. Charles County Councilman Joe Brazel about tonight’s council meeting, addressing protests over a new ICE Memorandum of Understanding designed to streamline processing without deploying officers in the field. Brazel also details the push to move local school board elections to November for higher voter turnout, explaining efforts to align the resolution with Republican platform priorities despite some opposition. The segment emphasizes the importance of civic engagement, notes the Missouri Voter Guide is online, and previews ongoing coverage of local election issues. Hashtags: #StCharlesCounty #JoeBrazel #ICE #LocalElections #SchoolBoardElections #VoterParticipation #MissouriPolitics #CivicEngagement

Marc Cox talks with Tom Ackerman about the biggest recent sports highlights: Braylon Mullins’ last-second three-pointer sending UConn to the Final Four, Michigan vs. Arizona and Illinois vs. UConn Final Four matchups, and the standout performances shaping the tournament. Ackerman praises Cardinals rookie J.J. Weatherholt for making MLB history with a home run in his debut and a walk-off hit in his second game, while also reviewing Blues’ and Battle Hawks’ playoff positioning. Downtown St. Louis’ sports resurgence and strong fan turnout are highlighted, alongside a reminder that the Missouri Voter Guide is now available online. Hashtags: #MarchMadness #FinalFour #BraylonMullins #JJWeatherholt #Cardinals #StLouisBlues #BattleHawks #StLouisSports #MissouriVoterGuide

Marc Cox interviews Katherine Wagner of Her Health, Her Future about efforts to reverse the 2024 Amendment 3, which dramatically expanded abortion access in Missouri. Wagner details the coalition-building among pro-life organizations, strategies to unify messaging, and outreach to young women, emphasizing the importance of early voter education and factual information on abortion’s impact. She also shares how listeners can get involved through donations, social media, and volunteer work to support the pro-life movement ahead of the November ballot. Hashtags: #Amendment3 #ProLife #MissouriPolitics #HerHealthHerFuture #VoterEducation #MarkCoxMorningShow

Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with Fort Zumwalt school board candidate Mark Pratt, discussing low voter turnout, the NEA endorsement, school safety, curriculum oversight, and the importance of informed voting. The hour continues with Dan Buck on The Buck Stops Here, dissecting Charles Barkley’s controversial immigration rant during March Madness and emphasizing the distinction between legal and illegal immigration. Kim closes the hour with Kim on a Whim, analyzing Drusky’s viral video parodying Erica Kirk, calling out racial double standards in comedy, and previewing discussion of Amendment Three and local fire and EMS ballot issues. Hashtags: #MarcPratt #FortZumwalt #SchoolBoard #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #ImmigrationDebate #KimOnAWhim #EricaKirk #ViralVideo #MissouriPolitics

Marc Cox hosts Dan Buck to break down Charles Barkley’s controversial pregame comments on immigration during the Final Four coverage. They dissect Barkley’s criticism of ICE and the Trump administration, contrasting it with his previous stances on law and order. Cox and Buck argue for distinguishing legal immigrants from illegal entrants, highlighting the fairness and process of U.S. immigration. The conversation also touches on the frustration of politics creeping into sports commentary and reinforces the importance of respecting those who follow legal immigration channels. The segment closes with a preview of Dan Buck filling in for Kim during the upcoming Easter weekend. Hashtags: #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #ImmigrationDebate #LegalImmigration #SportsPolitics #FinalFour #TheBuckStopsHere

Marc Cox interviews Marc Pratte, a Fort Zumwalt school board candidate, about his campaign, local education issues, and strategies to counter NEA-backed opponents. Pratt emphasizes the need for higher voter turnout, strong ground campaigns, and community engagement. He outlines his priorities: maintaining strong academics, responsible fiscal spending, increasing school resource officers for safety, and carefully reviewing new curriculum and books to ensure age-appropriate content. The discussion highlights the importance of common-sense, parent-focused leadership in local school districts and encourages listeners to vote and educate themselves using the voter guide. Hashtags: #SchoolBoardElections #FortZumwalt #MarkPratt #SchoolSafety #CurriculumOversight #VoterGuide #LocalPolitics

Marc Cox opens with Hans von Spakovsky breaking down the voter ID controversy, responding to protests in Chicago, and previewing the Supreme Court’s upcoming birthright citizenship arguments. Nicole Murray follows with a detailed check of business news: oil prices surging after Middle East tensions, Eli Lilly’s $2.75B AI-driven drug deal, Mistral’s $830M AI data center financing, PS5 and PS5 Pro price hikes, and potential self-driving car traffic lights. The hour wraps with “In Other News,” covering Tiger Woods’ DUI linked to a muscle relaxant, a Miss Grand Thailand pageant veneer mishap, the spread of giant Joro spiders in eight U.S. states, and sharks with traces of cocaine in their systems. Hashtags: #VoterID #BirthrightCitizenship #OilPrices #AI #PS5 #TigerWoods #JoroSpiders #InOtherNews

Marc Cox talks with Hans von Spakovsky about the recent No Kings protest, addressing claims that voter ID laws are racist and noting broad support for voter ID among Black Americans. They dive into the Supreme Court’s upcoming birthright citizenship case and analyze the legality of the president paying TSA agents despite Congress withholding funding, clarifying discretionary spending authority and potential challenges. The segment blends legal insight with commentary on current political events. Hashtags: #HansVonSpakovsky #VoterID #BirthrightCitizenship #TSAFunding #SupremeCourt #Politics #LegalAnalysis

Marc Cox opens the hour celebrating a dramatic March Madness comeback and Illinois advancing before pivoting to sharp criticism of nationwide “No Kings” protests, arguing opposition to Donald Trump reflects a vocal minority. The Shortlist includes backlash toward Brandon Johnson, DHS funding fallout, and new trouble involving Tiger Woods. Kim St. Onge’s “Kim on a Whim” explores the rapid rise of AI and robotics, referencing Bicentennial Man starring Robin Williams and discussing companies like RobotLAB and autonomous vehicles from Waymo. The hour closes with Cox recapping a successful The BackStoppers fundraiser in Washington, Missouri and a broader discussion about economic benefits and community concerns surrounding proposed data centers and regional energy demands. Hashtags: #MarcCox #MarchMadness #NoKingsProtests #DonaldTrump #BrandonJohnson #TigerWoods #KimOnAWhim #AI #Robots #DataCenters #BackStoppers #Missouri #IllinoisBasketball

Kim St. Onge’s “Kim on a Whim” explores the rapid rise of AI and robotics, referencing the futuristic themes of Bicentennial Man starring Robin Williams as she discusses companies like RobotLAB developing robots for cleaning, food delivery, nursing homes, and warehouses. The conversation highlights growing AI adoption rates, Donald Trump’s push to accelerate AI development, and concerns over humanoid robots entering homes within a few years. The team also reacts to a malfunctioning restaurant robot, debates tipping robot servers, and discusses autonomous vehicles like Waymo potentially arriving locally. The segment wraps with humorous speculation about naming robots after Data, jokes about Joe Biden robot comparisons, and listeners suggesting names like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #AI #Robots #ArtificialIntelligence #RobotLAB #Waymo #DriverlessCars #BicentennialMan #Technology #FutureTech #MarcCox #Automation

There's so much going on between the war in Iran, the deal to end the partial government shutdown and pay TSA workers, lawsuits that could change social media as we know it. We break it all down.

Marc Cox delivers a packed Friday morning show covering sports, politics, and human interest. Hour 1 kicks off with the Cardinals’ Opening Day comeback and JJ Weatherholt’s milestone, then shifts to politics with the end of the 41-day DHS funding standoff and a Moody’s warning on New York City’s fiscal outlook. Hour 2 tackles voter roll transparency, Todd Blanch and Stephen Miller’s SAVE Act debate, a “guns to gardens” initiative, local market updates, and quirky news including lottery wins and Tennessee raccoons. Hour 3 features in-depth discussions on DHS leadership and Iran negotiations with Jim Carafano, Congressman Bob Onder on the SAVE Act and Congressional developments, and Kim on a Whim analyzing the IOC’s transgender ban in the 2028 Olympics. Hour 4 rounds out the day with the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts fundraiser, further SAVE Act commentary, Alan Dershowitz explaining anti-Semitism, U.S. foreign policy, and the constitutional paths for a potential Trump third term, plus Cox’s 33rd wedding anniversary reflections and Savannah Guthrie’s emotional return to morning television. Full Show Hashtags: #MarcCox #Cardinals #JJWeatherholt #OpeningDay #DHS #SAVEAct #VoterSecurity #JimCarafano #BobOnder #IOC #TransgenderBan #GunsAndHoses #AlanDershowitz #TrumpThirdTerm #SavannahGuthrie #AnniversaryStories #StLouisNews #Markets #HumanInterest

Marc Cox covers a wide range of topics in Hour 4, beginning with the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts fundraiser for St. Louis Backstoppers and ticket giveaways for Brian Kilmeade’s upcoming event. He dives into voter security and the SAVE Act, arguing for transparency and common-sense safeguards against voter fraud. Alan Dershowitz joins to discuss anti-Semitism, U.S. foreign policy, and the constitutional possibilities for a third Trump term, offering historical and legal insights. The hour closes with personal reflections on Cox’s 33rd wedding anniversary and an emotional overview of Savannah Guthrie’s return to the morning show, highlighting the human side of her family struggles. Hashtags: #MarcCox #GunsAndHoses #VoterSecurity #SAVEAct #AlanDershowitz #TrumpThirdTerm #AnniversaryStories #SavannahGuthrie #HumanInterest

Marc Cox hosts Professor Alan Dershowitz to tackle rising anti-Semitism in American politics, addressing claims from figures like Tucker Carlson and Joe Kent regarding Israel’s influence on foreign policy. Dershowitz contextualizes these attacks historically, critiques both political extremes, and shares his shift from the Democratic Party. The conversation pivots to Dershowitz’s newly released book exploring constitutional pathways for a potential third term for Donald Trump, examining legal loopholes, vice-presidential appointments, and the framers’ intent behind the 22nd Amendment. Hashtags: #MarcCox #AlanDershowitz #AntiSemitism #Israel #MiddleEastPolicy #DonaldTrump #ThirdTerm #Constitution #Politics

Marc Cox leads a packed hour starting with Jim Carafano of Heritage on DHS funding challenges, ICE and TSA leadership, and media bias in covering national security and Iran negotiations. Congressman Bob Onder joins for Capital Beat to dissect the Save America Act, reconciliation strategies, and Senate roadblocks, while also reacting to Congressman Sam Graves’ retirement. Kim on a Whim closes the hour, breaking down the IOC’s 2028 Olympics transgender ban, its political context, and the implications for women’s sports in the U.S. Hashtags: #DHSFunding #JimCarafano #CapitalBeat #BobOnder #SaveAmericaAct #IOC #TransgenderBan #KimOnAWhim #MarcCox

Marc Cox speaks with Rep. Bob Onder about the DHS funding battle, Democrats’ policy demands, and the political maneuvering around the Save America Act. Onder breaks down procedural obstacles in the Senate, reconciliation possibilities, and the role of parliamentarians in blocking key provisions. The conversation also touches on Congressman Sam Graves’ surprise retirement, the implications for Missouri’s congressional races, and the urgent need for Republicans to push forward election security and fiscal priorities. Hashtags: #BobOnder #DHSSFunding #SaveAmericaAct #Congress #Reconciliation #MarcCox #RepublicanPolitics #MissouriCongress

Marc Cox interviews Jim Carafano from Heritage about the DHS funding stalemate and Democrats’ refusal to negotiate, highlighting the risks to federal agencies amid domestic security concerns. Carafano praises TSA leadership, critiques mainstream media coverage of Trump’s foreign policy, and breaks down the Iran situation, exposing the disconnect between public statements and actual negotiations. He emphasizes political motivations over “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” the erosion of bipartisan collegiality, and the importance of Americans holding leaders accountable. Hashtags: #JimCarafano #DHSFunding #TSA #IranTensions #MediaBias #TrumpPolitics #MarcCox #HomelandSecurity

Marc Cox and team speak with Ken Cuccinelli, former acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, about the recent 40-day DHS funding standoff, criticizing Democrats for holding federal workers hostage and praising Republican efforts on the SAVE Act. Cuccinelli breaks down why federal agencies, from TSA to FEMA, were affected, the necessity of federal action on citizenship verification, and the disconnect between radical left activism and mainstream Democratic support. He emphasizes the importance of the Save America Act, voter ID enforcement, and election transparency initiatives. Hashtags: #KenCuccinelli #DHS #SAVEAct #VoterID #ElectionTransparency #MarcCox #FederalFunding #TSA #HomelandSecurity

Marc Cox opens the hour dissecting federal oversight of voter rolls, questioning why blue states resist transparency and discussing Todd Blanch and Stephen Miller’s perspectives on the Save America Act and voter ID enforcement. The conversation shifts to a unique “guns to gardens” recycling event hosted by the Archdiocese, with Nicole Murray joining to share updates on St. Louis-area dispensaries, a major Lambert Airport overhaul, oil price movements, Netflix subscription hikes, and the spread of Joro spiders. The hour concludes with lighthearted stories including grasshopper encounters, a $1.2 million lottery win, vaping squirrels in London, a Kentucky dog cave rescue, and Tennessee’s new raccoon ownership bill. Hashtags: #MarcCox #NicoleMurray #VoterID #SaveAmericaAct #GunRecycling #StLouisNews #Markets #WeirdNews #TennesseeRaccoons #JoroSpiders #LotteryWin