The Marc Cox Morning Show

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Hour 1 opens with Steve Bannon sparring with globalist policy positions at the Semaphore World Economy Conference, focusing on immigration, H-1B visas, and establishment Republican tensions, alongside DHS funding disputes and inflation messaging. “Kim on a Whim” centers on Ayanna Pressley's eviction remarks and sparks broader debate on housing policy and political accountability, while the hour closes with strong defense of Donald Trump's Iran strategy and broader geopolitical posture. Hour 2 focuses on the House failure to renew FISA, escalating surveillance and intelligence oversight concerns, and upcoming national security discussions with Eric Burlison and Jim Carafano. The hour expands into immigration and census politics involving Yvette Clarke's remarks, continued Steve Bannon influence on immigration policy, and broader debate over H-1B visas and establishment GOP resistance, before closing with a mix of national culture and legal controversy in the “In Other News” segment. Hour 3 centers on shifting Middle East dynamics, including Israel-Lebanon ceasefire developments and claims of declining Iranian regional power. Jim Carafano provides analysis on Iran's strategic weakening and U.S.-Israel positioning, followed by a Capitol Beat interview with Rep. Eric Burlison covering FISA reform opposition and his health savings account-based healthcare proposal. The hour closes with debate over campus speech restrictions and Tennessee's “Charlie Kirk Act.” Hour 4 begins with breaking international news as Iran announces the Strait of Hormuz is open for full passage, triggering sharp market reactions with oil prices dropping and stock futures surging. The discussion tracks President Trump's Truth Social response and broader geopolitical implications, followed by economic analysis of energy markets and inflation expectations. The second half features the Queen of Hearts drawing update for Guns and Hoses, an interview with Kimberly Johnson of Our Lady's Inn on maternity housing and support services, and a final segment with Sue Thomas previewing “History of the Lou,” highlighting St. Louis sports figures and regional soccer history. Hashtags: #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #OilPrices #FISA #SteveBannon #Immigration #H1B #EricBurlison #JimCarafano #DonaldTrump #Markets #StLouis #OurLadiesInn #SueThomas #HistoryOfTheLou #Politics #Economy #MiddleEast

Hour 4 opens with breaking international developments as Iran's foreign minister announces the Strait of Hormuz is open for full passage, triggering immediate market reactions with oil prices dropping sharply and stock futures surging. The discussion tracks President Trump's Truth Social statement confirming the reopening while maintaining a naval blockade on Iran until negotiations are fully completed. The hour then moves through analysis of the geopolitical implications, including commentary that Iran's regional influence has been significantly weakened through sustained military and diplomatic pressure, with Israel-Lebanon developments framed as part of a broader shift in Middle East power dynamics. Economic impacts dominate the conversation, with falling crude prices, rising markets, and administration claims of easing inflation and stronger consumer relief through tax policy and trade deals. The second half of the hour shifts to local programming, featuring the Queen of Hearts drawing update benefiting Guns and Hoses and the St. Louis Backstoppers, followed by an interview with Kimberly Johnson of Our Lady's Inn, who discusses services for homeless pregnant women and children, expansion of maternity housing into St. Louis County, and ongoing community funding needs. The hour concludes with Sue Thomas previewing History of the Lou, focusing on St. Louis sports history through figures like Kurt Warner, Kurt Flood, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Arthur Ashe, and the evolution of local soccer culture, alongside continued interest in preserving St. Louis' cultural and athletic legacy. Hashtags: #StraitOfHormuz #OilPrices #Iran #MiddleEast #StockMarket #Economy #StLouis #OurLadiesInn #GunsAndHoses #QueenOfHearts #SueThomas #HistoryOfTheLou #SportsHistory #KurtWarner #KurtFlood

The segment features Sue Thomas discussing the latest episode of History of the Lou, which explores the deep and often overlooked history of St. Louis sports. She highlights guest John Hancock's expertise in jazz and Scott Joplin history, along with his role in preserving the Scott Joplin House and uncovering connections between Joplin, Stark Printing, and St. Louis' musical heritage. The conversation then previews the upcoming episode focused on St. Louis sports history through the lens of Joey Zanaboni's new book St. Louis Sports for Kids. The book covers major figures and moments including Kurt Flood, Kurt Warner, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Arthur Ashe, Cork Ball, and the legacy of St. Louis soccer from early teams like the Steamers to modern St. Louis City SC. Sue emphasizes how the book blends historical depth with accessibility for younger audiences while also resonating with adults who grew up with these sports milestones. Hashtags: #SueThomas #HistoryOfTheLou #StLouisSports #KurtWarner #KurtFlood #JackieJoynerKersee #ArthurAshe #StLouisCitySC #SportsHistory #LocalHistory

The segment features White House Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai responding to breaking news that Iran's foreign minister has declared the Strait of Hormuz open for full passage amid ongoing geopolitical developments. Desai frames the situation as the result of coordinated U.S. military pressure and diplomatic negotiations, crediting the administration's strategy for bringing Iran to the table and stabilizing global shipping routes. He discusses President Trump's Truth Social statement confirming the Strait's reopening while maintaining a naval blockade on Iran until final negotiations are completed. The conversation then shifts to economic impacts, including a sharp drop in crude oil prices from recent highs and gains in the stock market. Desai argues that inflation is cooling, wages are rising, and tax provisions like no tax on tips, overtime, and Social Security are delivering measurable relief to Americans. He emphasizes continued investment growth, manufacturing expansion, and trade deals as drivers of long-term economic strength. The discussion closes with broader foreign policy criticism of NATO allies for under-contributing to defense burdens and benefiting from U.S. economic leadership. Hashtags: #KushDesai #WhiteHouse #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #OilPrices #StockMarket #TrumpAdministration #Economy #Inflation #NATO #ForeignPolicy #TradeDeals

The segment opens with the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts raffle update, announcing a red Joker draw that awards a $100 prize while continuing to support the Backstoppers fundraising effort tied to the growing jackpot. The discussion then shifts to Kimberly Johnson of Our Lady's Inn, who outlines the organization's work supporting homeless pregnant women and children through maternity housing and wraparound services including parenting support, financial literacy, and healthcare access. She describes increasing demand from St. Louis County and plans for a new facility near Kirkwood and Valley Park to expand capacity. Johnson also explains referral pipelines from social services, law enforcement, and community networks, and highlights recent fundraising success at the Angel Gala along with an upcoming golf tournament at Greenbrier Country Club. Hashtags: #OurLadiesInn #StLouis #KimberlyJohnson #Nonprofit #HousingSupport #QueenOfHearts #GunsAndHoses #CharityEvent

Hour 3 opens with analysis of evolving Middle East dynamics, including Israel-Lebanon ceasefire developments and broader claims that Iran's regional influence has been significantly weakened. Jim Carafano breaks down the geopolitical implications, arguing the U.S. and Israel have already achieved key strategic objectives against Iranian proxies. The show then shifts to Washington, focusing on the House standoff over FISA reauthorization and concerns about surveillance overreach. Rep. Eric Burlison joins the Capitol Beat to defend his opposition to a clean extension and outline his health savings account-based healthcare reform proposal. The hour closes with cultural debate on campus speech restrictions, highlighted by Tennessee's new “Charlie Kirk Act” targeting university cancellation of controversial speakers. Hashtags: #MiddleEast #JimCarafano #FISA #EricBurlison #FreeSpeech

Rep. Eric Burlison breaks down the House standoff over FISA reauthorization, arguing for warrant requirements and stronger Fourth Amendment protections amid concerns about surveillance abuse. He explains why he opposed a clean five-year extension, instead pushing for reforms to prevent federal overreach. The discussion also shifts to his proposed healthcare overhaul centered on universal health savings accounts, increased consumer control, and tax-free medical spending options designed to drive competition and lower costs. Hashtags: #FISA #EricBurlison #Congress #HealthcareReform #HSAs

Hour 3 Segment 2 “Focus on Jim Carafano” features a national security discussion with Jim Carafano analyzing escalating developments in the Middle East following U.S. military pressure and a reported ceasefire involving Israel and Lebanon. Carafano argues that Iran has been strategically weakened after recent strikes and blockades, crediting policy moves following the October 7 attacks as reshaping regional power dynamics and diminishing Iranian influence through proxies like Hezbollah. The conversation frames the outcome as a broader geopolitical shift affecting global stability and energy markets. The discussion then pivots to U.S. politics and the House FISA vote, where Carafano warns about past intelligence abuses tied to surveillance powers while emphasizing the need for reform rather than elimination. The segment closes with reflection on political weaponization of the legal system and concerns over trust in intelligence institutions following the Trump-era investigations. Hashtags: #JimCarafano #FocusOnJimCarafano #Iran #Israel #Lebanon #MiddleEast #FISA #NationalSecurity #Intelligence #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #Politics

Hour 2 opens with discussion of the House failing to renew FISA, setting up national security debates with upcoming appearances from Eric Burlison and James Carafano. The conversation moves into international tensions tied to Iran and energy markets, along with criticism of Kamala Harris's gas price messaging. A major focus follows on immigration and census politics after comments from Yvette Clarke spark debate over congressional representation and illegal immigration counts. The hour also highlights Steve Bannon's push to end H-1B visas and challenge establishment Republicans, including John Cornyn and Lindsey Graham. It closes with the “In Other News” segment covering a controversial Carnival Cruise Line lawsuit verdict, sports media controversy involving USA Today, and lighter stories including a 60-year-old college football player returning after cancer recovery and entertainment news on Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, and Ariana Grande. Hashtags: #Hour2 #FISA #Immigration #SteveBannon #YvetteClarke #CarnivalCruise #USA Today #EricBurlison #JimCarafano #KamalaHarris #H1BVisas #Politics #Energy #CollegeFootball

Hour 1 opens with Marc Cox discussing commute frustrations before pivoting to Steve Bannon confronting globalists at the Semaphore World Economy Conference and warning about immigration, H-1B visas, and establishment Republicans. The hour continues with a DHS funding standoff discussion featuring references to Chad Wolf, Shannon Bream, and Keith Self, along with reaction to Donald Trump's economic messaging and inflation debate. “Kim on a Whim” spotlights Ayanna Pressley's eviction comments, sparking a broader conversation about landlord rights, progressive policies, and political fundraising involving Cori Bush and Wesley Bell. The hour wraps with Cox defending Trump's Iran strategy and arguing the president has reshaped expectations for leadership by confronting Iran, Venezuela, Cuba, and border issues despite political risk. Hashtags: #SteveBannon #KimOnAWhim #DonaldTrump #AyannaPressley #Iran #DHS #CoriBush #WesleyBell #Economy #Immigration #ForeignPolicy #Politics

Kim St. Onge's “Kim on a Whim” spotlights comments from Ayanna Pressley calling eviction “an act of violence” and promoting expanded tenant protections, prompting Marc Cox to argue the policy unfairly punishes landlords while rewarding nonpayment. The discussion highlights Pressley's reported real estate holdings and questions whether she would accept tenants living rent-free, while expanding into criticism of progressive lawmakers including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, and Cori Bush. Cox and Kim also discuss Bush's fundraising effort to challenge Wesley Bell, broader populist messaging, and contrast progressive wealth-transfer ideas with remarks from Steve Bannon and Zohran Mamdani advocating policies like global wealth taxes, framing the debate as a broader ideological battle over government redistribution and economic fairness. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #AyannaPressley #Evictions #Landlords #CoriBush #WesleyBell #AOC #RashidaTlaib #IlhanOmar #SteveBannon #ZohranMamdani #WealthTax #HousingPolicy #ProgressivePolitics

Hour 1 opens with criticism of local media framing around ICE enforcement, sparking a broader discussion on immigration language, followed by debates on New York tax policy and wealth migration trends tied to Tax Day. Speculation about a possible Justice Alito retirement adds Supreme Court stakes early, before the hour closes on rising gas prices driven by refinery limits and regulatory pressure. Hour 2 blends personal moments and lighter content with political and media themes, starting with birthday wishes and sports talk featuring Magic Johnson and early Cardinals season analysis with Tom Ackerman. The discussion returns to immigration coverage disputes, before shifting into an “In Other News” segment featuring a fatal surgical error case, a humanoid robot chasing wild boars in Poland, energy drink litigation involving a teen death claim, and a sheriff's deputy reportedly using a dating app during a SWAT standoff. Hour 3 centers on a Pentagon briefing describing an intensified blockade strategy against Iran targeting maritime movement, ports, and energy infrastructure as part of a broader pressure campaign tied to nuclear deterrence. Former Senator Jim Talent frames the strategy as a coordinated military, diplomatic, and economic squeeze aimed at collapsing Iran's coercive capacity, while Tim Graham criticizes media bias and political framing in coverage of U.S. foreign policy. The hour closes with a BBC undercover investigation exposing alleged UK asylum fraud schemes involving advisors coaching migrants to falsify claims. Hour 4 begins with reports of ships being turned away under the ongoing Iran blockade, followed by Supreme Court analysis from Shannon Bream on tensions over emergency rulings and judicial authority. Additional legal discussion includes political fallout surrounding Eric Swalwell. Griff Jenkins then details Colombia's Escobar-era hippos, now an out-of-control invasive species prompting government culling plans. The show closes with criticism of media bias and Secretary Pete Hegseth's confrontation with the press over coverage of U.S. military operations and narrative framing. Hashtags: #IranBlockade #ICE #SupremeCourt #MediaBias #PeteHegseth #ShannonBream #JimTalent #TimGraham #GriffJenkins #PabloEscobar #Hippos #GasPrices #MagicJohnson #Cardinals #Fox2 #BreakingNews #Politics #FullShow

Hour 4 opens with breaking updates claiming multiple ships have been turned away as the Iran blockade remains active, followed by personal commentary and lighter banter before transitioning into major political and legal developments. Shannon Bream breaks down Supreme Court tensions involving emergency rulings and public criticism among justices, while additional legal discussion touches on high-profile political investigations and ongoing fallout from Eric Swalwell's situation. The hour also features Griff Jenkins detailing Colombia's Escobar-era hippos turning into an uncontrollable invasive species now facing culling efforts, before closing with a heated critique of media bias and Secretary Pete Hegseth's confrontation with the press over coverage of U.S. operations. Hashtags: #Iran #Blockade #SupremeCourt #ShannonBream #GriffJenkins #PabloEscobar #Hippos #MediaBias #PeteHegseth #BreakingNews #Politics

Griff Jenkins details the growing ecological and public safety crisis in Colombia caused by hippos originally imported for Pablo Escobar's private zoo, which have multiplied into the hundreds since his death. He explains how the animals have become an uncontrollable invasive species due to ideal habitat conditions and a lack of predators, leading to injuries, environmental damage, and renewed government action to cull a portion of the population. Colombian officials are now moving forward with limited removal efforts, but the scale of the problem continues to outpace containment. Hashtags: #GriffJenkins #PabloEscobar #Colombia #Hippos #InvasiveSpecies #WildlifeCrisis #EnvironmentalNews #BreakingNews

Shannon Bream reacts to the fallout from Justice Sonia Sotomayor's public apology after controversial remarks about Justice Brett Kavanaugh, noting that the Chief Justice may have intervened to avoid an escalating public dispute between justices. She also breaks down Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's Yale comments criticizing the Supreme Court's handling of emergency stays, explaining how the Court's interim docket functions and why it has become more active in recent years due to increased emergency litigation. The conversation then shifts to the Eric Swalwell controversy and how potential criminal allegations would be handled differently depending on state statutes of limitations, followed by broader discussion of congressional gridlock over funding battles between the House and Senate. The segment closes with speculation about a possible retirement of Justice Samuel Alito, with Bream noting factors such as his age, upcoming book release, and political timing concerns surrounding the Supreme Court balance. Hashtags: #ShannonBream #SupremeCourt #Sotomayor #KetanjiBrownJackson #EricSwalwell #Congress #GovernmentShutdown #SCOTUS #SamuelAlito #FoxNewsSunday #LegalNews #Politics

Hour 3 opens with live Pentagon remarks from Secretary Pete Hegseth and military leadership outlining an aggressive blockade strategy against Iran, describing sustained pressure on Iranian ports, energy infrastructure, and maritime movement as part of a broader containment and negotiation effort tied to nuclear deterrence. The discussion then shifts to former Senator Jim Talent, who frames the operation as a coordinated military, economic, and diplomatic squeeze aimed at collapsing Iran's coercive capacity and forcing a verifiable agreement, while arguing regional allies broadly support the U.S. approach. Tim Graham of NewsBusters follows with a critique of media coverage and Democratic messaging, claiming outlets and commentators consistently portray U.S. and Republican actions negatively while excusing past Democratic-era interventions, including reaction to Thomas Friedman's controversial comments about opposing both Iran and Trump/Netanyahu. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” highlighting a BBC undercover investigation exposing UK immigration advisors allegedly coaching migrants to falsely claim protected status—such as pretending to be gay—to secure asylum, prompting broader criticism of loopholes in Western immigration systems and skepticism that enforcement will meaningfully change. Hashtags: #IranBlockade #PentagonBriefing #PeteHegseth #JimTalent #ForeignPolicy #MediaBias #TimGraham #ThomasFriedman #BBCInvestigation #ImmigrationPolicy #AsylumSystem #KimOnAWhim

Tim Graham of NewsBusters argues that legacy media and Democratic voices are applying a consistent double standard in coverage of the Iran conflict, claiming outlets like CNN and figures such as Senator Chris Van Hollen frame U.S. military actions negatively while ignoring similar precedent under prior administrations. He highlights Thomas Friedman's CNN comments suggesting he is conflicted between opposing Iran and opposing Trump and Netanyahu, calling it an example of openly partisan thinking disguised as analysis. Graham expands on Media Research Center critiques that modern journalism increasingly abandons objectivity, instead shaping narratives around political outcomes rather than consistent standards, particularly in foreign policy and war coverage. Hashtags: #TimGraham #MediaBias #ThomasFriedman #CNN #VanHollen #Trump #IranConflict #NewsBusters #PressCoverage #ForeignPolicy

Jim Talent joins Mark Cox to discuss the ongoing U.S. military and diplomatic strategy toward Iran following a Pentagon briefing led by Pete Hegseth and senior CENTCOM leadership. Talent argues that the blockade and combined military-economic pressure are forcing Iran toward negotiation by targeting its ability to sustain coercive power, while describing Iran's regional influence as rapidly weakening. The conversation expands into geopolitical alignment, with Talent claiming regional actors including Gulf states and broader international partners are increasingly supportive of U.S. actions aimed at stabilizing energy and trade routes. He also addresses criticism from journalists and commentators who argue the U.S. is becoming destabilizing globally, pushing back by framing it as a misunderstanding of American strategy and allied cooperation. The segment closes with a broader critique of Western European energy and immigration policies and their impact on U.S.–European relations. Hashtags: #JimTalent #Iran #ForeignPolicy #Blockade #NationalSecurity #CENTCOM #EnergyPolicy #Geopolitics #PeteHegseth #MarkCox

Hour 2 opens with Mark Cox wishing his wife Michelle a happy birthday and sharing personal reflections on gift-giving before previewing a high-profile sports event featuring Magic Johnson, discussed further with sports broadcaster Tom Ackerman. The hour then shifts into political and media commentary, including criticism of a Fox 2 St. Louis report on immigration enforcement in Missouri and debate over language used to describe ICE-related arrests and local law enforcement cooperation. Later, Ackerman joins to break down Magic Johnson's appearance at the Missouri Athletic Club and the latest on the St. Louis Cardinals early-season performance, including standout play from Jordan Walker and emerging prospects. The hour closes with the “In Other News” segment covering a range of unusual stories, including a fatal surgical error case, a humanoid robot chasing wild boars in Warsaw, an energy drink lawsuit involving teen health concerns, and a California deputy reportedly using a dating app during a SWAT standoff. Hashtags: #Hour2 #MagicJohnson #TomAckerman #Fox2 #ICE #Missouri #Cardinals #JordanWalker #InOtherNews #MarkCox

Tom Ackerman joins Mark Cox in studio to recap hosting a major event featuring Magic Johnson at the Missouri Athletic Club. Ackerman shares behind-the-scenes stories about meeting Johnson, his reflections on playing alongside Larry Bird and Michael Jordan on the United States men's national basketball team, and the impact Johnson had on the crowd. The conversation shifts to local basketball star Robbie Avila and his future beyond Saint Louis University, before turning to baseball. Ackerman highlights a strong start for the St. Louis Cardinals, including standout performances from Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt, along with early-season bullpen success and optimism for the team's trajectory. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #MagicJohnson #Cardinals #JordanWalker #MLB #DreamTeam #StLouisSports #LarryBird #MichaelJordan #SportsTalk

Hour 1 opens with Mark Cox criticizing Fox 2 St. Louis for omitting the term “illegal” in coverage of increased ICE enforcement, sparking a broader discussion about media bias and immigration enforcement. The conversation then shifts to Zohran Mamdani and New York tax policy, as Cox contrasts high-tax states with growth in Florida and debates wealth redistribution following Tax Day. In Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge explores speculation that Samuel Alito could retire, potentially giving Donald Trump another Supreme Court nomination and reshaping the court's balance. The hour wraps with a breakdown of rising gas prices, highlighting refinery limitations, regulatory hurdles, and optimism about increased domestic refining capacity and falling oil prices. Hashtags: #Fox2 #ICE #MediaBias #ZohranMamdani #NewYorkTaxes #KimOnAWhim #SamuelAlito #SupremeCourt #GasPrices #EnergyPolicy

In Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge raises growing speculation that Samuel Alito could soon retire from the Supreme Court, potentially giving Donald Trump the opportunity to nominate another justice during his current term. The discussion compares ages of current justices including Clarence Thomas and Amy Coney Barrett while examining how another appointment could reshape the court. Possible replacements such as Ted Cruz and other conservative legal figures are floated, alongside debate over recent decisions and disappointment among conservatives with Barrett's rulings. The segment also highlights concerns about Senate control, confirmation strategy, and the long-term ideological balance of the court, including commentary on Ketanji Brown Jackson and the importance of appointing originalist judges. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #SamuelAlito #SupremeCourt #Trump #TedCruz #AmyConeyBarrett #ClarenceThomas #KetanjiBrownJackson #SCOTUS #JudicialAppointments

The Marc Cox Morning Show 04/15/2026 (Full Show): Tax Day Revolt, Trump Oil Signals, Market Rebound, Failla Live in St. Louis, and Oklahoma School Heroism Summary: Hour 1 opens on Tax Day backlash with frustration over filing burdens, gas prices, and inflation pressures tied to broader federal spending debates, alongside Kim on a Whim highlighting Tax Strike 2026 activism, JD Vance defending Erica Kirk against conspiracy claims, and scrutiny around Epstein file transparency involving Todd Blanche. Hour 2 continues the Tax Day and fuel cost fight with arguments over gas station margins and pricing behavior, a neighborhood escalation involving a Trump sticker-related dispute, JD Vance and Tom Homan pushing back on Pope Leo's political commentary, and business and cultural news spanning layoffs, housing trends, fast-food promotions, and crime oddities. Hour 3 shifts into deeper policy and culture conflict, covering the history and scale of U.S. taxation including wartime rates and the modern tax code, debate over tax fairness and flat tax policy, Pope Leo's clash with JD Vance on democracy and immigration, viral backlash to Joy Behar's biblical commentary, and Missouri's hemp industry fight over new regulatory pressure led by Brian Riegel. Hour 4 closes the show with President Trump's remarks on oil prices and Middle East tensions, a Fox Business breakdown from Taylor Riggs on market recovery trends and oil dynamics, comedian Jimmy Failla reflecting on his St. Louis live performance and audience interaction, and a dramatic Oklahoma report where a high school principal stopped an armed former student during an attempted school shooting, preventing mass casualties. Hashtags: #TaxDay #JDVance #EpsteinFiles #GasPrices #PopeLeo #JoyBehar #Taxes #OilMarkets #StockMarket #TaylorRiggs #JimmyFailla #StLouis #Oklahoma #SchoolSafety #Politics #Economy #BreakingNews

Hour 4 opens on Tax Day with commentary on filing deadlines, tax protests, and frustration over federal taxation and compliance, including a broader argument about enforcement and the consequences of refusing to pay taxes. The show then shifts to national security and economic issues, featuring President Trump's remarks on oil prices and Middle East tensions, followed by a market discussion with Fox Business contributor Taylor Riggs on oil volatility, stock market recovery trends, and how geopolitical events are shaping investor behavior. The hour also features comedian Jimmy Failla reflecting on his live St. Louis performance at The Factory, the audience energy, and his unfiltered comedic style. It concludes with a dramatic report out of Oklahoma where a high school principal intervened during an active shooter incident, tackling the suspect and helping prevent a school tragedy. Hashtags: #Hour4 #TaxDay #OilPrices #StockMarket #TaylorRiggs #JimmyFailla #StLouis #ComedyTour #SchoolSafety #Oklahoma #BreakingNews #Geopolitics

Taylor Riggs breaks down the latest market reaction to geopolitical tensions and oil price volatility following President Trump's comments on potential progress in Middle East conflict negotiations. She explains that despite concerns, the stock market has rebounded sharply, with the S&P 500 returning near record highs after a typical post-conflict recovery pattern seen over decades. The discussion shifts to oil markets, where equities have recently decoupled from oil price movements, and traders are pricing in expectations that tensions may ease in the near term. The segment also touches on broader frustrations around fuel pricing, refining margins, and how global supply dynamics complicate domestic price changes. It closes with a debate on taxation fairness, where Riggs argues that high earners already shoulder a disproportionate share of federal income taxes and warns against rhetoric that veers toward wealth confiscation rather than tax policy balance. Hashtags: #TaylorRiggs #FoxBusiness #BigMoneyShow #StockMarket #OilPrices #Economy #TaxPolicy #FederalReserve #Inflation #Geopolitics

This segment features a lively conversation with Jimmy Failla reflecting on his recent live show at The Factory in Chesterfield. He praises the venue, the crowd energy, and the overall experience of performing for a packed St. Louis audience. The discussion highlights post-show moments at Napoli Bros where fans recognized him immediately, along with humorous commentary on public recognition, food stops, and touring life. Failla also explains his comedic approach—performing without TV constraints, embracing unfiltered stand-up, and treating comedy as shared adult humor where audience members understand the difference between jokes and intent. The segment closes with lighter banter about audience Q&A moments, political humor, and behind-the-scenes interactions that capped off the event. Hashtags: #JimmyFailla #FoxAcrossAmerica #StLouis #LiveComedy #TheFactoryChesterfield #RadioShow #ComedyTour #UnfilteredComedy

Hour 3 opens with Tax Day commentary breaking down the history and scale of the U.S. tax system, including the creation of the income tax in 1913, historically high wartime tax brackets reaching 91%, and the complexity of the modern 70,000-page tax code. The discussion moves into who actually pays federal income taxes, highlighting how the top earners shoulder a disproportionate share of the national tax burden and fueling debate over flat tax proposals versus progressive taxation. The hour then shifts into cultural and political conflict surrounding Pope Leo's comments on democracy and morality, drawing pushback from JD Vance and Tom Homan over religious leaders weighing into political issues like immigration and foreign policy. It continues with a viral clip from “The View,” where Joy Behar's biblical interpretation sparks criticism and correction from her co-hosts. The hour closes with Missouri hemp industry testimony featuring business owner Brian Riegel, who argues that new state regulations could force manufacturing out of Missouri and hand control of the market to large marijuana interests. Hashtags: #TaxDay #Taxes #PopeLeo #JDVance #JoyBehar #HempBill #BrianRiegel #MissouriPolitics #Economy #CultureWar

Hour 3, Segment 2 features Missouri Hemp Board member Brian Regal discussing proposed legislation HB 2641 that he says could severely restrict hemp production in Missouri by forcing manufacturing operations out of state while limiting in-state sales. Regal, who operates UR Lit Drinks under his South Point Hemp business in Union, argues the bill would benefit licensed marijuana operators while harming independent hemp producers and reducing economic opportunity in Missouri's agricultural sector. He explains that hemp-derived products, including THC-infused beverages, are primarily used by adult consumers seeking alternatives to alcohol or for wellness purposes, and says proper regulation should mirror alcohol-style oversight rather than outright restriction. The segment also highlights tensions between hemp and marijuana industries over market control, packaging rules, and retail access, with Regal urging Governor Mike Parson to veto the legislation after thousands of public comments were delivered in opposition. Hashtags: #MissouriHemp #HB2641 #BrianRiegel #URLitDrinks #HempIndustry #MissouriPolitics #Agriculture #THCDrinks #SmallBusiness #GovernorParson #CannabisPolicy

Hour 2 opens with continued Tax Day frustration and a heated debate over gas station profit margins and pricing behavior, including arguments about whether stations truly only make minimal profit on fuel. The conversation turns personal with a neighborhood dispute involving a police visit over a parked vehicle tied to a Donald Trump sticker, escalating into commentary on local political tensions. Kim on a Whim highlights Tax Strike 2026 protests, IRS enforcement risks, and the controversy surrounding the Internal Revenue Service, alongside discussion of past political scandals like Lois Lerner. The hour then pivots to religion and politics as JD Vance and Tom Homan push back against comments from Pope Leo on democracy, immigration, and war policy. The hour closes with Nicole Murray's business report covering data center controversy, Snap layoffs, mortgage rate shifts, and declining marriage rates, followed by “In Other News” stories including McDonald's Instagram-style drinks, MLB tech delays, Tax Day fast-food deals, and a bizarre breakup-related false bomb threat arrest in New Mexico. Hashtags: #Hour2 #TaxDay #GasPrices #TrumpSticker #JDVance #PopeLeo #TomHoman #IRS #NicoleMurray #McDonalds #MLB #Snapchat #MarriageRates #Politics #CrimeNews

Hour 1 opens with Tax Day frustration, gas price debate, and inflation discussion tied to energy costs before shifting into listener reactions and political arguments over economic responsibility and federal spending. Kim on a Whim spotlights activists urging a Tax Strike 2026 in protest of Donald Trump and Iran tensions, with warnings about Internal Revenue Service enforcement and comparisons to the Lois Lerner controversy. The hour then pivots to JD Vance defending Erica Kirk from conspiracy theories following the death of Charlie Kirk, before closing with Todd Blanche addressing transparency questions surrounding Jeffrey Epstein files and whether additional documents exist. Hashtags: #Hour1 #TaxDay #TaxStrike2026 #JDVance #CharlieKirk #EricaKirk #EpsteinFiles #ToddBlanche #IRS #DonaldTrump #GasPrices #Inflation #Politics

Kim on a Whim focuses on calls for a “Tax Strike 2026,” where some activists are urging Americans to protest Donald Trump and the Iran conflict by refusing to pay federal taxes, sparking debate over legality and consequences from the Internal Revenue Service. The segment highlights the National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee and its protest strategies, while criticizing the logic behind refusing taxes while supporting government programs. The discussion also revisits the controversy surrounding Lois Lerner and allegations of targeting conservative groups, along with broader comparisons to past political controversies involving Hillary Clinton. The segment closes with warnings about penalties, audits, and enforcement risks, and teases upcoming commentary from Todd Blanche. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #TaxDay #TaxStrike2026 #IRS #DonaldTrump #LoisLerner #HillaryClinton #Iran #Politics #Taxes #FederalTaxes #Government #ToddBlanche

The show opens with rising geopolitical tension as U.S. pressure on Iran intensifies, centered on efforts to disrupt oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz and force negotiations while impacting global energy markets. Domestic political fallout quickly follows, with Eric Swalwell's resignation dominating early discussion amid misconduct allegations and renewed scrutiny of his past controversies. The program also examines a Kirksville, Missouri case involving a Honduran national accused of rape and held under an ICE detainer, fueling broader debate over immigration enforcement and federal cooperation. Hour-by-hour, the show expands into economic and policy disputes, including gas price margin debates and claims about refinery pricing lag versus crude oil fluctuations. Legal and constitutional issues take center stage in Hour 3, featuring Vice President Vance's remarks on Iran, ongoing Second Amendment battles tied to Virginia gun legislation and DOJ pressure, and a Supreme Court case questioning whether ballots can be counted after Election Day. The final hour brings both international and local convergence: continued Iran blockade implications, Supreme Court voting law debate, and a closing personal story about an O'Fallon neighbor complaint over camper parking that escalates into a police visit and discussion of petty ordinance enforcement and HOA-style disputes. Hashtags: #Iran #EricSwalwell #ICE #Kirksville #Immigration #GasPrices #Virginia #SecondAmendment #SupremeCourt #ElectionDay #VotingLaw #OFallon #MorningShow #Politics #EnergyMarkets

Hour 4 moves from international tensions to local controversy, opening with reporting on a rape case in Kirksville involving an illegal immigrant and an ICE detainer, which sparks discussion about immigration enforcement and federal policy failures. The show then shifts to the Strait of Hormuz blockade and its potential impact on global oil flows and gas prices, alongside debate over Iran's ability to pressure the U.S. economically. Later, attention turns to a Supreme Court case over whether ballots should be counted after Election Day, with guests arguing for strict deadlines and criticizing extended voting windows. The hour closes on a lighter but heated personal story involving a neighbor complaint over camper parking in O'Fallon, leading to a police visit and a broader discussion on petty HOA-style enforcement and neighborhood disputes. Hashtags: #Iran #ICE #Immigration #SupremeCourt #ElectionDay #VotingLaw #LocalNews #NeighborhoodDrama #OFallon #MorningShow

Ryan Wiggins and the host break down the Supreme Court case involving whether ballots can legally be counted after Election Day, with Wiggins arguing the Constitution clearly implies a single election day rather than an extended voting window. They discuss how the Court appears inclined to restrict post–Election Day ballot arrivals while still allowing early voting, and how critics frame the potential ruling as “catastrophic,” particularly pointing to its impact on a small number of rural Alaska voters. The conversation pushes back on that framing, arguing that voters in remote areas are capable of meeting deadlines and that expanded voting timelines create unnecessary confusion and inconsistency. Hashtags: #SupremeCourt #ElectionLaw #VotingRights #ElectionDay #MailInVoting #AlaskaPolitics #RyanWiggins #Politics

Hour 4 Segment 2 features Mark Vargas, Newsmax contributor and editor-in-chief of the Illinois Review, breaking down the U.S. strategy in the Strait of Hormuz and the broader pressure campaign against Iran. He argues Iran's oil exports—estimated at over $100 million per day—are the regime's financial lifeline, and that restricting maritime access is designed to “starve” the regime economically without direct ground conflict. The discussion frames the blockade as a leverage-based strategy aimed at forcing negotiations while weakening Iran's ability to fund regional proxy activity. Vargas credits the administration's use of public messaging and diplomatic backchannels as complementary tools, while suggesting the campaign could last days or weeks depending on Iran's response. The conversation escalates into a broader defense of Trump's foreign policy approach, arguing that prior administrations failed to deter Iran's behavior, and contending that decisive military and economic pressure is now reshaping the balance of power. The segment closes with commentary on NATO's role, questioning whether allied nations are contributing meaningfully to countering Iranian-backed threats or simply relying on U.S. action. Hashtags: #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #OilMarkets #ForeignPolicy #Trump #NATO #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #Sanctions #MarcCoxMorningShow

Hour 3 runs from escalating geopolitical tension to domestic economic frustration and constitutional conflict. The show opens with Vice President Vance signaling Iran's options narrowing as U.S. pressure builds around maritime access and oil flow, leading into a heated discussion on gas prices, refinery margins, and whether consumers are being overcharged despite crude fluctuations. The conversation pivots to a broader critique of pricing transparency in energy markets and government influence on supply chains. Later, former Senator John Lamping breaks down school board election fallout, low conservative turnout in April elections, property tax battles, and the political mechanics of ballot initiatives. He also weighs in on Trump's clash with Pope Leo and the broader cultural implications for Catholic and evangelical voters. The hour closes with “2A Tuesday,” featuring Mark Walters, who details fast-moving legal developments in Virginia gun legislation, potential DOJ involvement under Harmeet Dhillon, and a larger constitutional argument over Second Amendment rights, Supreme Court delays, and what he sees as mounting state-level resistance to federal rulings. Hashtags: #Iran #GasPrices #JohnLamping #SchoolElections #PropertyTax #CatholicVote #VirginiaGunLaws #SecondAmendment #SupremeCourt #Politics

In “2A Tuesday,” host Mark Walters joins the show to break down fast-moving developments in Virginia gun legislation, including proposed amendments to assault weapons and magazine bans pushed by state leadership. Walters discusses legal strategy surrounding potential lawsuits backed by Harmeet Dhillon and the U.S. Department of Justice, arguing that recent federal warnings could set up major Second Amendment litigation. The conversation expands into broader concerns about gun control trends in blue states such as California, New York, Maryland, and Illinois, with Walters claiming coordinated efforts to restrict firearm rights nationwide. He criticizes the pace of judicial review from the U.S. Supreme Court, referencing key cases like Heller and Bruen, and argues that delays in hearing challenges are allowing unconstitutional laws to remain in effect. The segment closes with a larger philosophical debate over self-defense rights, constitutional interpretation, and growing legal conflict between state governments and gun rights advocates. Hashtags: #SecondAmendment #MarkWalters #VirginiaPolitics #GunRights #DOJ #HarmeetDhillon #SupremeCourt #Bruen #Heller #2ATuesday

In this segment of “Focus on Todd Piro,” Todd Piro joins the show for a lighthearted start before shifting into a serious discussion about a disturbing California Ring camera incident involving a man aggressively attempting to enter a home while referencing a child. The conversation explores confusion around California's legal terminology of “annoying or molesting a child,” with Piro clarifying how the statute is defined and why it is often misunderstood in public reporting. The discussion turns to home defense reactions, mental health versus drug influence in violent behavior, and how homeowners might respond in real-time threat situations. The segment closes with entertainment talk, including criticism of the TV series DTF St. Louis, with Piro noting inaccuracies in how St. Louis culture and terminology are portrayed on screen, particularly the misuse of the term “cyclone” instead of “tornado.” Hashtags: #ToddPiro #FoxNews #HomeDefense #RingCamera #CaliforniaLaw #PublicSafety #DTFStLouis #StLouis #TelevisionCritique #CrimeDiscussion

Hour 2 opens with behind-the-scenes stories from comedian Jimmy Failla's visit to St. Louis, including his appreciation for local music history tied to Chuck Berry and a quiet moment tipping event staff after his show. The conversation then pivots to political speculation around Kamala Harris and potential 2028 ambitions, along with criticism of Democratic Party strategy and figures like Al Sharpton. Former Missouri Senator John Lamping joins the show to break down low-turnout April elections, school board losses, and confusion around property tax measures, arguing that off-cycle voting drives distorted outcomes. The hour closes with “In Other News,” covering everything from a viral NASA astronaut dog reunion involving Christina Koch, to alarming home intrusion footage, AI “boss” clones from Meta Platforms Inc., and broader concerns about tech-related violence and online safety. Hashtags: #JimmyFailla #KamalaHarris #JohnLamping #ChuckBerry #AlSharpton #ElectionTurnout #Meta #AI #NASA #InOtherNews

Former Missouri State Senator John Lamping joins Marc Cox to discuss conservative losses in low-turnout April elections, arguing that off-cycle voting heavily favors organized groups like teachers and first responders. Lamping explains that conservatives often fail to mobilize without a compelling issue, contributing to recent school board and tax measure outcomes. The conversation then shifts to confusion surrounding property tax caps and local government hesitancy to implement voter-approved measures. Lamping criticizes the complexity of ballot initiatives and suggests eliminating April elections altogether to increase participation. Later, Lamping weighs in on tensions between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV over Iran policy, noting the political risks of clashing with Catholic voters. He also references efforts by JD Vance to ease tensions and warns that political messaging could impact midterm elections and long-term policy goals.

Hour 1 opens with headlines surrounding escalating tensions involving Donald Trump and Iran before shifting to the sudden resignation of Eric Swalwell amid serious misconduct allegations and renewed scrutiny over past controversies. The Marc Cox Soapbox then tackles the political clash between Trump and Pope Leo XIV, arguing media coverage and church criticism may be aimed at dividing Catholic voters ahead of upcoming elections. “Kim on a Whim” explores Colorado becoming the first state to limit arrests based solely on color-metric drug tests, raising concerns about false positives and potential impacts on Missouri and Illinois policing. The hour closes with a Kirksville case involving a Honduran national accused of rape, prompting discussion about cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and broader immigration enforcement policy. Hashtags: #EricSwalwell #DonaldTrump #PopeLeo #KimOnAWhim #ColoradoLaw #ICE #Kirksville #ImmigrationPolicy #MissouriNews #MarcCoxSoapbox