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The Snark Factor is a weekly show that airs on WAAM Talk 1600AM, 92.7FM Ann Arbor. You'll hear unusual takes on the latest news and entertainment from host Fingers Malloy. Sarah Smith and The Snark Factor Players join in on this unique talk show.

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    • Oct 22, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 45m AVG DURATION
    • 36 EPISODES


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    Israel Is Under Attack!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 48:56


    This week on the radio hootenanny: Terror in the Middle East. Israel is under attack. How many illegal aliens from terrorist or suspect nations were encountered at the border? College campus madness. They're lying to us about the economy. What is coffee badging? All that and more on episode 1373 of The Snark Factor. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. The Snark Factor is available on your favorite podcast platform. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Leadership Is Hard...

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 47:36


    This week on the radio hootenanny: Wait, it's okay to build a wall on the southern border? What changed?!? Leadership is hard. it's just so hard. A bad time to be in an Apple store. Who is Spanky the Oriole? Gavin Newsom plays a new trick. All that and more on episode 1372 of The Snark Factor. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. The Snark Factor is available on your favorite podcast platform. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Smirk Seen Around The Smirk - What The Donald Duck?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 48:54


    This week on the radio hootenanny: The Chris Christie smirk. Why can't the GOP throw a good debate? Joe Biden and the UAW strike. Target is closing more stores! Late-night TV is back! Do you care? All that and more on episode 1371 of The Snark Factor. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. The Snark Factor is available on your favorite podcast platform. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    You Will Own Nothing -- A Conversation With Author Carol Roth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 53:32


    This week on the radio hootenanny, our guest is Carol Roth. Carol's new book, You Will Own Nothing (https://a.co/d/cE1b30I), is available for presale on Amazon. It will be in your local book store July 18th. Topics this week include: What is the World Economic Forum, and what threat does it pose to everyday Americans? The social credit system in China and how it's coming to the U.S. Central bank digital currency. Wild speculation about the future of the George Soros empire. The housing crisis. Why have homes become so expensive? Is it making you less wealthy to go to college? How can we protect ourselves in the new financial world order? All that and much more on episode 1349 of The Snark Factor. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. The Snark Factor is available on your favorite podcast platform. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Is Joe Biden Sandbagging Us, Or Is The Sandbag Sandbagging Joe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 48:46


    This week on the radio hootenanny: Is it Chris Christie time? Will CNN ever figure things out? Is Joe Biden sandbagging us, or is the sandbag sandbagging Joe? A Florida Target store attacks! All that and more on episode 1348 of The Snark Factor. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. The Snark Factor is available on your favorite podcast platform. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    CPAC Dallas Day 2 - Episode 1308

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 48:06


    CPAC headed to Dallas for a four-day convention and we were on radio row. This is day 2 of our coverage. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. Our guests were: Dr. Jim Petersen and Lt. Colonel Barry Bridger stopped by to talk about their book, The Spirit to Soar. Joe Hanneman of The Epoch Times told us about his new documentary, The Real Story of January 6. Jeff Bermant is the founder of Tusk -- a free speech browser that fights censorship. Bianca Gracia of Latinos for America First described Donald Trump's impact on Latino small business owners and told us what is really going on at our southern border. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    CPAC Dallas Part One With Townhall's Kurt Schlichter - Episode 1307

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 47:55


    CPAC headed to Dallas for a four day convention and we were on radio row. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program on WAAM 92.7FM Ann Arbor, MI. This week, Fingers and Sarah discuss; The Inflation Reduction Act. Joe Biden's new strategy -- hiding. Border security. Kurt Schlichter of Townhall joined us to discuss the border crisis and its impact on California. He also talked about the Republican establishment and his thoughts on climate change. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Everything is Terrible -- Episode 1301

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 48:35


    Between mass shootings, high inflation, supply chain issues, a pilot shortage and a war, Fingers and Sarah try to find some good news. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. This week, Fingers and Sarah discuss; The national reaction to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The baby formula shortage brought on by government incompetence. The commercial pilot shortage brought on by "government action." Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    CNN's Obsession - Episode 1300

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 48:02


    CNN's obsession with Fox News has become tiresome. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. This week, Fingers and Sarah discuss; CNN's obsession with Fox News has become tiresome. Lefties are after Tucker Carlson again. The attacks are comical. The IRS is coming for your crypto profits. Rolling Stone's gross piece on Foo Fighter Taylor Hawkins. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Snark Factor is Back! Inflation, Baby Formula and Computer Chip Shortages, Norm Macdonald's Comedy Special and MAGA TV? Episode 1299

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 48:44


    The Snark Factor Podcast is back! While the radio show has been airing Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com) 92.7 FM Ann Arbor, Michigan -- the podcast hasn't been available consistently for a long time. Until now... Look for it every Friday morning on your favorite podcast platform. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. This week, Fingers and Sarah discuss; The new inflation numbers and their impact on families. The baby formula shortage and why it's not being discussed more in the MSM. The computer chip shortage. When will it end? The great Norm Macdonald left us a comedy special. This is exciting. MAGA TV is coming. Wait, MAGA TV? Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Guestapalooza! TSF Welcomes Kira Davis, Tony Katz, Kurt Schlichter, Stephen Green, Stephen Kruiser, Kerry Picket, Jeff Reynolds and Demetrius Minor! CPAC 2022 Wrap, Episode 1292

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 102:31


    The Snark Factor was broadcasting from Radio Row at CPAC 2022 in Orlando, Florida! There was a lot to discuss. Russia and Ukraine, the Californication of America, the upcoming midterm elections, Canada, the death penalty and much, much more. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. Guests include: Kira Davis (https://redstate.com/author/kiradavis) - Redstate Tony Katz (http://www.tonykatz.com) - WIBC Indianapolis, Nationally Syndicated Eat! Drink! Smoke! Kurt Schlichter (https://townhall.com/columnists/kurtschlichter/) - Townhall Stephen Green (https://pjmedia.com/columnist/stephen-green) - PJ Media Kerry Picket (https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/kerry-picket) - The Washington Times Stephen Kruiser (https://pjmedia.com/columnist/stephen-kruiser/) - PJ Media Jeff Reynolds (https://legalinsurrection.com/author/jeff-reynolds/) - Legal Insurrection, PJ Media Demetrius Minor (https://conservativesconcerned.org/who-we-are/) - Conservatives Concerned about the Death Penalty Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Hillary Gets Closure, The White House Goes Private In Newsrooms, Civil Asset Forfeiture Gone Wild And The Detroit Lions Win? Episode 1283

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 48:58


    Hillary gives us a glimpse of what might have been, and it reminds us of simpler times -- hilarious, simpler times. Fingers Malloy (twitter.com/fingersmalloy)and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. CNN reported that the White House "not happy with the news media's coverage of the supply chain and economy, has been working behind the scenes trying to reshape coverage in its favor." Fingers and Sarah have fun with that news. What isn't fun is civil asset forfeiture. They talk about why it's wrong, and a case out of Dallas that got national attention. And finally, the Detroit Lions won. Fingers was misty, and by misty we mean embarrassed by Lions' owner Sheila Ford Hamp's reaction after the game. All that and much more on episode 1283 of The Snark Factor! Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    Rashida Tlaib Drops A Little Honesty About Her Mask Wearing Ways, Dog The Bounty Hunter's Daughter Speaks Out And Let's Go Brandon? - Episode1275

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 48:58


    One of our better in DC admits she only wears a mask sometimes because she's in front of a camera. We appreciate Rashida Tlaib's honesty, admitting it on video. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. The "Let's Go Brandon" phenomenon isn't going away. Why are people plastering it all over social media? There are accusationts that Dog the Bounty Hunter is only trying to find Brian Laundrie for publicity. We are shocked and outraged by such accusations, and by shocked and outraged -- we mean "duh." All that and much more on episode 1275 of The Snark Factor. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Death Of The Dollar Store, Creepy Joe Biden Strikes Again And Cargo Ships Are Stuck At Sea - Episode 1274

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 48:17


    The days of the Dollar Store may be over and according to the rules, that means Joe Biden murdered it. Fingers Malloy (https://twitter.com/fingersmalloy) and Sarah Smith (https://twitter.com/mamaswati) host The Snark Factor Radio Program. Speaking of Joe Biden, he once again gets away with his personal space issues, and this time without a mask. There is a cargo ship crisis at our nation's ports. How will this impact the economy? Do you need to go holiday shopping now? All that and much more on episode 1274 of The Snark Factor. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Morning Commute 11-17-20 - Lockdown Hypocrisy and Cinnabon Looks to Save America

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 12:35


    The motto of many democrats regarding COVID-19 lockdowns seems to be "rules for thee, but not for me." Fingers highlights some troubling lockdown hypocrisy and Cinnabon is trying to bring a little joy this holiday season. Stories today are from CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/27/politics/gretchen-whitmer-boat-dock-controversy/index.html), PJ Media (https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/rick-moran/2020/11/15/oregon-governor-will-put-you-in-jail-for-violating-her-coronavirus-freeze-n1148162) and The Daily Mail. (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8948319/Pelosi-CANCELS-Capitol-dinner-welcome-new-members-Chelsea-Clinton-leads-backlash-Twitter.html)

    The Snark Factor! Episode 1243 - Lockdown Madness, Georgia Shenanigans, Some Women Can't Find Their Vagina and Charity Bourbon Auctions

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 49:37


    More states are heading towards a full lockdown and governors have the holidays in their sights. Are more lockdowns the answer to slow the pandemic? Also, we take a closer look at what is going on in the election vote count in Georgia. The state GOP is calling shenanigans! A new study indicates a significant number of women don't know where their vagina is located. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Morning Commute 11-13-20 - Don't Move to Georgia to Vote and Lockdown Madness Part Eleventy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 13:59


    It may not be such a great plan to move to Georgia just to vote in the runoff election. New lockdowns are coming just in time for the holidays. Those are the topics on today's Snark Factor Morning Commute.

    The Morning Commute 11-12-20 - The Senate Race went down to Georgia and COVID -19 Lockdowns are on the Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 12:07


    Will people move to Georgia just to vote in the Senate runoff election and are Americans ready for another round of COVID-19 lockdowns? Those are the topics on today's Snark Factor Morning Commute.

    The Morning Commute - 11-11-20 More Unity and Healing from the Left, the Georgia GOP Resisting and The Fight for 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 15:33


    The unity and healing message from Joe Biden isn't reaching his base, more pushback from the Georgia GOP over the vote count and the battle for a $15 minimum wage are the topics on today's Snark Factor Morning Commute.

    The Morning Commute 11-10-20 - 2020 Election Controversy. Celebrity Tweets and COVID-19 News

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 14:56


    Today -- analysis of Mitch McConnell's remarks on the election, annoying celebrity tweets, and good news in the fight against COVID-19 on this Morning Commute.

    The Morning Commute 11-09-20

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 16:09


    Should the Right use the Left's behavior over the past four years as a template for handling a potential Biden Administration? Also, Fingers shares his new theory on NeverTrump -- using their rules.

    The Snark Factor! Episode 1242 - Don't Kidnap Your Governor, Quit Whining about Mansplaining

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 48:39


    Fingers and Sarah record the show as news breaks about a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The Snark Factor discusses why kidnapping the governor of your state is a bad idea. The Pence-Harris debate is in the books, and Sarah is frustrated with the whining about mansplaining. Fingers did not interrupt her. When they don't get what they want, the left is obsessed with changing the rules. Court packing, the Electoral College and ending the Senate filibuster are all on the table if there is a blue wave in November. Not cool, says The Snark Factor Players. Also, Sarah's honeymoon was called off, again... Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Snark Factor! Episode 1241 - Trump and Biden Debate, Fact Checkers Gone Wild and Your Candy Chute

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 48:46


    Fingers and Sarah break down the Trump-Biden debate. Who won? Who lost? Who cares? Has Joe Biden denounced lefty violence in a way that should make Americans feel comfortable? Is Trump struggling with the suburban woman vote? These questions must be answered. Maybe they'll be answered by Fingers and Sarah. The fact checkers are out of control and are making social media even worse. The CDC wants you to use a candy chute for Halloween. The Snark Factor investigates. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Snark Factor - Fingers Goes to Costco!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 49:03


    This week on the big show, Fingers tells Sarah all about his trip to Costco in the age of Coronavirus. While shopping, he found out who the government considers an essential employee. Sarah offered Fingers suggestions on how to talk an elderly parent into staying home. Finally, Sarah detailed much of the pork in the stimulus package signed into law last week. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit www.fingersmalloy.com.

    The Snark Factor - Fingers is in Quarantine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 49:00


    This week on the big show, Fingers was put in self-quarantine for the Coronavirus (spoiler alert, he didn't have it). Sarah thinks she had it, but will never know for sure. Stephen Kruiser (https://twitter.com/stephenkruiser) of PJ Media (https://pjmedia.com/columnist/stephen-kruiser/)stopped by to talk about his self-quarantine and how the Coronavirus will impact the travel industry, sports, Broadway and your mom. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    The Snark Factor - Did Sarah Get The Virus?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 48:53


    This week on the big show, Fingers and Sarah wonder if she got the virus. Also discussed -- the CDC and the business community give America a lesson on handwashing, Tito's Vodka isn't a hand sanitizer, Democrats dropping out of the race like Chris Matthews leaving MSNBC and Mike Bloomberg's war on a pizza buffet. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    The Snark Factor - CPAC 2020!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 69:27


    Fingers and Sarah were on Radio Row at CPAC 2020 in National Harbor, Maryland. Their guests were Kurt Schlichter & Matt Vespa from Townhall, syndicated radio host and Fox News regular - Tony Katz, Kira Davis and Brandon Morse of Red State, Aaron Withe from The Freedom Foundation and Charles Sauer of The Market Institute. Topics included the current state of the Democratic Party, California's war on the gig economy, the Never Trump movement, conservatism and pop culture, public sector unions, Congress and its impact on health care costs. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    Cruise Ships are Death Ships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2020 48:48


    This week on the big show, Fingers and Sarah talk about how the world has gone bat soup crazy. Also discussed, American kids not caring about cars, cruise ships being death ships and 70 layer dip for the Super Bowl! Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    Hey, Bernie and Liz -- Get a Room!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 48:41


    This week on the big show, Fingers and Sarah discuss Elizabeth Warren's 1,2,3, 4 I declare a gender war on Bernie Sanders, victimhood and the 2020 Democratic field, Sarah's wedding guest invitation list (it includes bigly names), Tulsi vs. Hillary and should an artist's political views impact how you feel about their art? Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    Speaking of Cash Cows

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 49:23


    This time around Fingers and Sarah Smith talk about the Katie Hill controversy, Barack Obama questioning wokeness and if Hollywood could remake the TV show Friends in 2019 and make it work. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. For all things snark, visit FingersMalloy.com. (www.fingersmalloy.com).

    Pierre Malloy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 49:01


    This time around Fingers and Sarah Smith chat about Senator Pierre Delecto, why Utah deserves better, the meaning of the word "spin", the evils of trunk or treating and blackface pumpkins. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. Also, don't Ask Jeeves the word "throuple."

    Allow Me to be the Spokesman for Middle America

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 49:34


    This time around, Teri Christoph of The Smart Girl Podcast Podcast (https://ricochet.com/series/smart-girl-politics/), womans the newsdesk. Fingers and Teri chat about Joe Biden's campaign funds, when to criticize the dead, tariff talk and Teri's obsession with Orange Theory. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor.

    Dress like a Halloween Hooker!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 49:38


    This time around Fingers and Sarah Smith chat about the Impeachment inquiry, politicians who can't stop kissing ass, President Oprah and the LGBTQ infomercial. Listen to The Snark Factor Sunday mornings on WAAM (https://www.waamradio.com), Ann Arbor. Also, Fingers and Sarah talk about their most outrageous Halloween costumes. Sexy Fred Rodgers was not one of them.

    Episode 3: It's Snake Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 49:40


    Snakes everywhere! Fingers and Sarah are freaked out over a snake found in a woman's car and a dead snake biting a man. Other non-snake stories are discussed.

    Episode 2: Pregnant at 54

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 48:49


    Fingers and April talk about Burger King's National Donut Day fail, Kim and Donald's meeting, a televangelist's plea for a new jet and Brigitte Nielsen's pregnancy?

    Episode 1: You're Swimming in a Toilet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 49:33


    This week Fingers and Sarah talk about goat yoga, how public pools are really public toilets and a hockey player who was almost taken down by a tapeworm.

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