The Marc Cox Morning Show

President Donald Trump lashed out at Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly and more over their criticism of the Iran War. Here's more on that, unexpected infighting, and support for common-sense proposals in places you might not expect.

The Marc Cox Morning Show opens with escalating geopolitical tension centered on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, framing the conflict as a broader U.S. strategy that pressures China and reshapes global energy dependence. Hour 1 builds that argument while also covering domestic political and cultural flashpoints, including identity-politics controversies and shifting conservative messaging. Hour 2 pivots to the Epstein file debate, with concerns over transparency versus due process, alongside economic pressure points such as inflation, market volatility, fraud recovery efforts, and entitlement system strain. Hour 3 deepens the global focus with debate over space reentry risks, Tucker Carlson’s break from traditional U.S. foreign policy alignment with Israel, and a broader analysis of NATO strain and American energy dominance as a geopolitical lever. Hour 4 brings the show back to St. Louis with Guns ‘N Hoses fundraising, Backstoppers support efforts, and a high-profile on-air voter turnout and charity bet discussion, before closing on Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown report detailing ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s communications blackouts, and stalled regional negotiations. The show ties together local civic action and global instability under the theme of shifting American power and leverage abroad. Hashtags: #IranCrisis #StraitOfHormuz #EnergyStrategy #China #EpsteinFiles #NATO #Backstoppers #GunsNHoses #StLouis #ForeignPolicy #Economy #FraudRecovery #Geopolitics #MarcCoxMorningShow

Hour 4 wraps the show with a mix of local events, national politics, and global security updates. The hour opens with promotion of the Guns ‘N Hoses First Responder Cup at Worldwide Technology Soccer Park, spotlighting law enforcement vs. firefighters in a major charity event supporting Backstoppers. The conversation shifts into a lighthearted but heated on-air challenge over voter turnout bets, head-shaving, and fundraising stakes tied to Backstoppers and Guns ‘N Hoses, escalating into humorous back-and-forth about what each host would or wouldn’t do for charity. The hour continues with a broader entertainment rundown including Jimmy Failla at The Factory in Chesterfield and Seth Meyers performing locally. The tone pivots again into serious international coverage with Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown reporting that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted amid ongoing Iran-related tensions, fragile ceasefire dynamics, and uncertainty over negotiating parties inside Iran. Brown also details continued cyber and communications blackouts within Iran, with internet suppression limiting civilian communication and complicating information flow. The show closes by tying global instability back to broader geopolitical strategy, energy security, and U.S. influence abroad, ending on reflections about how rapidly shifting international power dynamics could reshape American interests. Hashtags: #GunsNHoses #Backstoppers #EbenBrown #IranCrisis #StraitOfHormuz #StLouisEvents #JimmyFailla #SethMeyers #Fundraising #Geopolitics #EnergySecurity #FirstResponders #FullShow

Eben Brown of Fox News Radio reports that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has effectively halted as tensions with Iran continue, with ongoing disputes tied to transit fees and broader regional instability. He explains that any ceasefire arrangements remain fragile, complicated by unclear negotiating partners inside Iran and competing militant factions like Hezbollah and the IRGC. The discussion turns to Israel, Lebanon, and the difficulty of disarming Hezbollah due to its deep political integration within Lebanon’s government structure. Brown also addresses information control inside Iran, noting widespread internet blackouts and the limited effectiveness of tools like Starlink in penetrating government jamming and infrastructure restrictions. The segment closes with broader reflections on communication suppression and modern warfare dynamics. Hashtags: #EbenBrown #IranCrisis #StraitOfHormuz #FoxNewsRadio #MiddleEast #Hezbollah #IRGC #CyberWarfare #EnergySecurity #Geopolitics

Hour 3 opens with debate over the safety and risks of a returning lunar spacecraft, focusing on heat shield concerns and the extreme conditions of atmospheric reentry. The show then pivots to foreign policy controversy sparked by Tucker Carlson’s comments suggesting the U.S. should reconsider its strategic alignment with Israel, which the hosts strongly reject. The discussion expands into broader geopolitical analysis featuring a British broadcaster arguing that U.S. control of global energy routes is reshaping power dynamics with China, Europe, and NATO. The hour frames these developments as part of a larger strategic shift in American foreign policy and global leverage.

Congresswoman Ann Wagner discusses War Powers Act efforts by Democrats, dismissing them as political theater while arguing the president remains on solid constitutional footing. She addresses NATO dynamics, noting increased pressure on allies to boost defense spending and take responsibility for securing critical global shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz. Wagner also highlights U.S. energy dominance, pointing to expanded domestic production and LNG exports as key leverage over China and Europe. The conversation touches on Iran’s diminished capabilities after sustained pressure campaigns and closes with local Missouri issues, including data center controversies and the importance of voter turnout in upcoming elections.

Hour 2 centers on escalating debate over Epstein-related files after claims that high-profile names appear in investigative materials that have not been fully released, with the hosts stressing due process concerns and the risk of reputational harm without charges or evidence. The hour also covers economic updates including mixed markets, inflation expectations tied to rising energy costs, and major business moves such as a St. Louis pasta plant expansion and Mastercard relocating operations in St. Charles County. Broader policy discussion includes a DOJ push to recover billions in fraud, Medicare trust fund concerns, and warnings about long-term entitlement sustainability. The hour closes with lighter lifestyle conversation about Jersey Shore travel habits, “dirty soda” trends, and workplace dress confidence. Hashtags: #EpsteinFiles #Markets #Inflation #Economy #DOJ #Fraud #Medicare #JerseyShore #BusinessNews #StLouis #Lifestyle #Politics

Marc Cox opens Hour 1 predicting renewed U.S. strikes on Iran as ceasefire tensions rise and argues Trump’s strategy targeting Strait of Hormuz oil flows is designed to weaken China and reshape global power. The hour shifts to reaction over Canadian MP Leah Gazan’s controversial MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+ funding demands, sparking a broader debate over identity politics. In Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge discusses Ben Shapiro’s warning that some young conservative men are drifting toward victimhood politics, prompting a conversation about masculinity, privilege, and personal responsibility. The hour wraps with analysis of British broadcaster Alex Armstrong’s claim that Trump’s energy strategy is reshaping Europe’s dependence on U.S. resources and creating a “Greater North America” geopolitical shift. Hashtags: #Trump #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #China #LeahGazan #BenShapiro #KimOnaWhim #Geopolitics #EnergyPolicy #Europe #ForeignPolicy #MarcCoxMorningShow

In Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge highlights comments from Ben Shapiro warning that some young conservative men are adopting grievance-based “victimhood” politics similar to what conservatives often criticize on the left. The discussion explores claims of a cultural attack on masculinity, rising struggles among young men, and the dangers of believing institutions are rigged beyond repair. Marc Cox pushes back, emphasizing personal responsibility, American opportunity, and rejecting privilege narratives, while the conversation also touches on conspiracy thinking, social media influence, and the importance of resilience over victimhood. Hashtags: #KimOnaWhim #BenShapiro #Masculinity #YoungMen #Victimhood #ConservativePolitics #CultureWar #PersonalResponsibility #PrivilegeDebate #MarcCoxMorningShow

The April 9th show opens with heated reactions to Donald Trump from former allies over Israel and Iran policy, spotlighting voices like Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, alongside impeachment chatter and gas price critiques. Hour 2 pivots to Trump critics, Israel’s influence in U.S. politics, and Cardinals’ rising star Jordan Walker, plus viral sports mishaps. Hour 3 examines Missouri school board battles with Senator Adam Schnelting, telehealth ICU risks in Connecticut, and his Show Me Prosperity Fund tax legislation. Hour 4 rounds out the show with Kim on tele-ICU safety, Mary Katherine Martin on parental opt-out rights for the Day of Silence, Griff Jenkins analyzing Trump’s Iran strategy, and Jaden Ivey/NFL controversies exposing hypocrisy in professional sports. Hashtags: #Trump #Israel #Iran #SchoolBoardElections #MissouriPolitics #Telehealth #ICUSafety #MaryKatherineMartin #DayOfSilence #ParentalRights #GriffJenkins #SportsControversy #JadenIvey #MikeVrabel #Cardinals #JordanWalker

Hour 4 opens with Kim dissecting the Connecticut ICU telehealth malpractice case, questioning the safety of remote care in critical situations. Mary Katherine Martin of the Thomas More Society discusses parental rights and opt-out options for the nationwide LGBTQ+ Day of Silence, with a focus on Kirkwood School District. Griff Jenkins weighs in on Trump’s approach to Iran, analyzing strategic pressure and media reactions. The hour concludes with Marc Cox covering Jaden Ivey’s NBA suspension over Christian beliefs and NFL coach Mike Vrabel’s scandal, highlighting hypocrisy and accountability in professional sports. Hashtags: #TeleICU #KimOnAWhim #MaryKatherineMartin #DayOfSilence #ParentalRights #GriffJenkins #TrumpIran #JadenIvey #MikeVrabel #SportsControversy

Marc Cox discusses with Griff Jenkins the recent U.S.-Iran developments under former President Trump’s approach, examining the strategic pressure applied to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear program. Jenkins outlines Trump’s unconventional methods, contrasts them with traditional sanctions and the JCPOA, and explains how Iran is now taking the U.S. threat seriously. The conversation highlights the geopolitical implications, military considerations, and media misinterpretations of Trump’s actions, emphasizing the complexity of global diplomacy and the stakes involved for both the U.S. and the international community. Hashtags: #GriffJenkins #Trump #Iran #NuclearNegotiations #USForeignPolicy #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #FoxNews

Marc Cox speaks with Mary Katherine Martin of the Thomas More Society about the planned LGBTQ+ Day of Silence in schools on April 10th. Martin explains parents’ legal rights to opt their children out of school-sponsored activities that conflict with religious or deeply held beliefs, citing recent Supreme Court precedents. The discussion highlights the Kirkwood School District’s proactive video promoting participation, concerns over coercion, and the importance of alternative instruction for students who opt out. Parents are encouraged to actively communicate with their school districts to exercise these rights and ensure their children are not compelled into participation. Hashtags: #MaryKatherineMartin #DayOfSilence #ParentalRights #ThomasMoreSociety #KirkwoodSchools #LGBTQEducation #OptOut #SchoolPolicy

Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with Senator Adam Schnelting discussing low April election turnout and his bill to move St. Charles County school board races to November, aiming to counter union-backed liberal candidates and increase voter representation. The conversation highlights the influence of NEA machines, rural vs. suburban perspectives, and the need for conservative engagement. Later, Kim examines a Connecticut ICU malpractice case spotlighting telehealth use in critical care, weighing staffing shortages, cost incentives, and patient safety concerns, sparking debate on the balance between technology and in-person care. Schnelting also previews his Show Me Prosperity Fund legislation to phase out state taxes for future generations, rounding out a politically and socially charged hour. Hashtags: #SchoolBoardElections #MissouriPolitics #AdamSchnelting #Telehealth #ICUSafety #ShowMeProsperityFund #HealthcareDebate #UnionInfluence

Senator Adam Schnelting discusses legislation to move Missouri school board elections from April to November to increase voter participation and counter the consistent advantage of NEA-backed candidates in low-turnout races. He details the political challenges from Senate Democrats and some rural Republicans, highlights recent controversial library policies in Francis Howell schools, and emphasizes the importance of broader conservative engagement. Schnelting also touches on his Show-Me Prosperity Fund, aiming to eventually eliminate state-imposed taxes in Missouri. Hashtags: #AdamSchnelting #MissouriPolitics #SchoolBoardElections #VoterTurnout #ShowMeProsperity #MarcCox