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Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and co-author of the Morning Shots newsletter for The Bulwark joins in studio to talk about the reflecting pool, Iran and how he started the Nooot cheer for Lars Nootbaar and if he has been involved in any recent sports in the DC area.
Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and co-author of the Morning Shots newsletter for The Bulwark joins in studio to talk about the reflecting pool, Iran and how he started the Nooot cheer for Lars Nootbaar and if he has been involved in any recent sports in the DC area. Wyatt Sharpe, Gen Z political commentator and host of The Sharpe Exchange on YouTube join the show to talk about the ban of social media in schools and why he says Gen Z should be represented in those talks.
Chris and Amy are at war with Michelle Reasor-West and the Garden Hotline. Host of Sports Open Line and Cardinals pre/post game Matt Pauley joins to talk about the weekend in Kansas City, why the team will be in it for the long haul. What to do as we approach trade deadline if they are still in the playoff picture and more. Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and co-author of the Morning Shots newsletter for The Bulwark joins in studio to talk about the reflecting pool, Iran and how he started the Nooot cheer for Lars Nootbaar and if he has been involved in any recent sports in the DC area. Wyatt Sharpe, Gen Z political commentator and host of The Sharpe Exchange on YouTube join the show to talk about the ban of social media in schools and why he says Gen Z should be represented in those talks.
'Trump needs a deal with Iran,' says The Bulwark's White House Correspondent & Morning Shots co-author Andrew Egger to Michael Kelley and Amy Marxkors. He reports that there is a preliminary deal in place to end the hostilities between the two nations. How is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu going to react? Recap of the UFC fights on the White House south lawn.
Amy and Michael Kelley welcome The Bulwark's White House Correspondent, Andrew Egger, to discuss the US/Iran ceasefire plans; a British traveler is impressed with the US park services; Mark Sundlov from the Soldiers Memorial, a new exhibit explores the role of Native Americans in the US military; birthdays and social media.
Michael Kelly is in for Chris Rongey today. Amy and Michael talk about sinkholes; UFC fights; World Cup matches; missed birthdays; going phoneless; and national parks. Plus visits from Matt Pauey on the Cardinals; Andrew Egger in Washington, DC; and Mark Sundlov from the Soldiers Memorial.
Chris and Amy are hot, and so is St Louis this week. Pres Trump got booed at his NBA finals appearance; scientists have new recommendations for high-allergen foods and babies; World Cup watch parties are coming to Ballpark Village; Fred Bodimer grossed Amy out; Rob Rains weighs-in on the demotion of Victor Scott II to the minor leagues; Chicago could have had World Cup matches, but didn't want to deal with FIFA's demands; Andrew Egger from the Bulwark has the lay of the land in Washington, DC; Amy is worried about food safety.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy for the 1st segment with a Washington DC update, Pres Trump got booed in NYC; are there cities where you are just uncomfortable? Amy's is New Orleans; Amy is concerned that she's wasting food in the name of food safety; reaction to the food safety quiz.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy every week. He provides an update on the US/Iran war, 'we;re all just sort of back in the holding pattern.'; Could there still be a real shock in oil prices?; has there been a change to what religious affiliation can be claimed while in the military?; Pres Trump's choice for the LA Mayoral race falls back out of contention.
Chris and Amy's show includes visits with an alderman working to get The Hill named an historic neighborhood; Matt Pauley with a recap of the Cards-Cubs weekend; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark on some Trump stories; and Rachel Zimmerman has her own quirks.
Chris and Amy visit with The Bulwark's White House Correspondent, Andrew Egger; Rachel Zimmerman on the Question of the week. What is Rachel's quirk about milk?; Trump plans to celebrate himself as musicians drop from "Freedom 250'; Chris visited some sites around Washington, DC.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy following a legal ruling that forces the Kennedy Center's name to revert to its original, meaning, the Donald Trump name must be removed immediately. What about the $250 bill that Trump wants his picture on? And that Arlington Cemetery arch? Reflecting pool update? Iran negotiations?
Chris and Amy on a Tuesday of a holiday week. They speak with Dave Simons about the economy and investing; Vinny Rottino from the Brewers tv network; and Andrew Egger about the comings and goings in Washington, DC. Plus, what is the worst stretch of road in St Louis County?; our Question of the week revolves around your personal quirks; and should 'Tarps-off' be everywhere?
Chris and Amy discuss a new list of bad roads in Missouri, Manchester is on their list; what historical birthdays have been forgotten?; Andrew Egger is the White House correspondent for The Bulwark; what are your neurosis?
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy every week. He's the White House Correspondent and co-author of the 'Morning Shots' newsletter. 'There are so many ways that this could fall apart,' says Egger of the deal with Iran. Pres Trump visits Walter Reed Medical Center again today.
The Bulwark writer Andrew Egger joins Patrick to discuss the deal in Iran and what the Texas GOP primary shows about Donald Trump's control of the Republican Party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Word out of Washington, DC is that Pres Trump is withdrawing his $10 Billion lawsuit against the IRS over a leak of his tax documents. In return for dropping the case, the IRS, which Trump controls, would offer nearly $2 Billion in payments to supporters of the President who claim they were targeted by the Federal Government, including, reportedly, Jan. 6 insurrectionists. 'It really does stink to high heaven,' says The Bulwark's Andrew Egger. Egger also discusses politicians and stock trading as well as a faith leader who prayed for the White House Ballroom project,
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger has details on a new 'settlement' plan in Trumps lawsuit vs IRS; Chris plans on at least trying to look at the reflecting pool in Washington, DC; our QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can the Cardinals keep up the "Tarps Off" momentum?
Chris joins Amy live from Washington, DC; plenty of excitement at Busch this weekend with the 'Tarps off' fan section; United Way is stepping up with more tornado recovery relief; Did you see this? a meat theft made headlines; Matt Pauley with Cardinals news; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark on news from DC; and how can we keep the 'Tarps off' momentum?
White House Correspondent for The Bulwark, Andrew Egger, joins Chris and Amy. He says that Washington DC is in kind of a 'stasis,' right now with there not being much movement on any front involving Iran.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger is the White House Correspondent, he says not much has changed in US/Iran conflict; how are workers and employers handling AI?; more older workers are seeking jobs out of necessity, says Maya Blackstone from CBS MoneyWatch; Chris won't share his secret for getting out of West County Center.
Chris and Amy for a Monday. They start with reaction to the hantavirus cruise; camping out for concerts as Chris and Amy get older; FedEx is passing off tariff bills; KC struggles with filling hotels for World Cup; Matt Pauley recaps Cards trip to San Diego; a new Question of the week, worst parking in St Louis?; The Bulwark's Andrew Egger weighs-in from Washington, DC; Maya Blackstone says more older Americans are working or looking to work.
Andrew Egger, the White House Correspondent & co-author of the Morning Shots newsletter for The Bulwark, joins the show. He comments on the attack at the White House Correspondents Dinner, the tone of politics, security threats, and the White House ballroom construction.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins after an attack on the White House Correspondents Dinner; could your resume make it through an AI screener? likely not; listeners react to Chris and Amy.
Chris and Amy kick off Monday with severe weather concerns; Six Flags was in the news for a melee on opening day; Tyler Roys from AccuWeather; the Senior Olympics gets a new name; Matt Pauley on the Cardinals; Andrew Egger covers the White House for The Bulwark, he's got thoughts following the attack on the White House Correspondents dinner; could your resume compete with AI? likely not.
Hold onto your hats, folks! Today's episode features political heavyweight Andrew Egger, joining the Heitkamps from The Bulwark, breaking down the current state of Donald Trump's influence, the midterms' future, and the perils lurking behind all that grievance for Heidi and Joel. If you thought Trump was invincible, think again. Andrew's got the scoop that might just make you question everything.In this episode:Andrew's take on whether Trump has worn out his welcome in American politicsHow Trump's coalition is changing and why midterm races might be brighter for DemocratsThe impact of Trump's foreign policy blunders and economic missteps on his baseInsights into Iowa's surprising blue shift and rural America's economic pain pointsThe peculiar pattern of Trump firing women in his cabinet—and what that says about his characterThe shifting power dynamics in Congress and why even insiders are starting to talk differently about himThe global repercussions of Trump's economic policies and diplomatic misstepsWhether you're an annoyed voter, a political junkie, or just here for the laughs, this chat lays out the stakes in a way that's as sharp as Andrew's take on the Trump saga. Plus, a deep dive into the bizarre lawsuits, foreign policy flops, and the deepening schism in the GOP. It's like watching a slow-motion car crash—fascinating, inevitable, and possibly the end of an era.Resources & Links:The BulwarkAndrew Egger's Morning Shots NewsletterEchelon Insights polling in IowaAnd remember: If Trump is a cat, he's probably on his eighth life. But this episode highlights the cracks in the armor, so buckle up. Things might just get interesting.The Hot Dish is brought to you by the One Country Project. To learn more, visit OneCountryProject.org, or find us on Substack (Onecountryproject.substack.com), and on YouTube, Bluesky, and Facebook (@onecountryproject). (00:00) - Introduction to the Hot Dish Podcast (00:57) - Trump's Political Standing and Challenges (05:56) - The Impact of Trump's Actions on His Base (11:56) - Congressional Dynamics and Trump's Influence (18:46) - Public Perception and Trump's Leadership (19:53) - Economic Concerns and Political Implications (22:03) - Tax Refunds and Economic Reality (23:58) - Midterm Elections and Shifting Political Landscape (27:09) - Rural Economy Challenges and Farmer Perspectives (31:56) - Manufacturing and Economic Policy in Rural America (38:30) - Democratic Strategies for Rural America (39:52) - Trump's Economic Pitch and Its Consequences (41:48) - Gender Dynamics in Trump's Cabinet (44:30) - Closing Thoughts with Andrew Egger (45:59) - Understanding the Dispatch and Conservative Media (47:01) - Character and Leadership in Crisis (48:30) - Closing Thoughts with Heidi and Joel
In hour 1 today, Chris and Amy begin by discussing the protestors that interrupted Mayor Spencer's State of the City address on Friday. There is a massive hole in an I-64 bridge. Madison Square Garden and their owner have shocking levels of surveillance online and in the arena. We wrap up the first hour with "Did You See This" on KMOX! Hour 2 begins with Stephen Richer, CEO of Republic Affairs and Senior Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, who joins the show to discuss the benefits of data centers, and if they belong in St. Louis or Missouri in general. Matt Pauley joins the show to give an update on the Cardinals, who swept the Astros and start a 3 game series in Miami this evening. We are also joined by Laura Hettiger, KMOV Anchor and Host, who discusses "Laura's Run 4 Kids" on Saturday April 25th at Tower Grove Park. In hour 3, Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and Co-Author of the Morning Shots newsletter for the Bulwark, joins the show to discuss the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, as well has what he thinks will happen with gas prices in the near future. It's Marathon Monday, and a robot ran a marathon in China. Jeff and 'Pops' Bailey, Amazing Race season 37 contestants and lumberjacks with Green Thumb Tree Services and EconoTree, join in-studio to discuss a new Survivor watch party coming to the St. Louis Area! We are still cleaning up the 2025 tornado that hit Downtown St. Louis a year ago.
In hour 3, Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and Co-Author of the Morning Shots newsletter for the Bulwark, joins the show to discuss the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, as well has what he thinks will happen with gas prices in the near future. It's Marathon Monday, and a robot ran a marathon in China. Jeff and 'Pops' Bailey, Amazing Race season 37 contestants and lumberjacks with Green Thumb Tree Services and EconoTree, join in-studio to discuss a new Survivor watch party coming to the St. Louis Area! We are still cleaning up the 2025 tornado that hit Downtown St. Louis a year ago.
Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent and Co-Author of the Morning Shots newsletter for the Bulwark, joins the show to discuss the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, as well has what he thinks will happen with gas prices in the near future.
'This is kind of a crazy way for the US to go about this,' says The Bulwark's Andrew Egger about the US blocking the Strait of Hormuz. 'The us has no right to block the strait of Hormuz, full stop,' says Egger as he joins Chris and Amy for his weekly visit, pointing out that is an international waterway. Egger also comments on the attacks from Pres Donald Trump on Pope Leo. 'The Pope has not actively attacked Donald Trump,' says Egger, 'the Pope has called for peace.'
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger comments on the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz BY the US; crazy audio from The Masters; a local restaurant group fell victim to an elaborate scam; Matt was at a wedding where the groomsmen all received swords, weird, right?
Amy had quite the successful weekend at the GO! St Louis Marathon, placing 2nd; Cardinals bench coach Daniel Descalso on radio broadcasts from the dugout, mid-game; Did you see this? celebrity pickle ball; Michael Kelley on Rep Eric Swalwell allegations; Matt Pauley on the offensive surge from Jordan Walker; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark live in Washington DC.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy, he's the White House Correspondent for the Bulwark; Amy doesn't care for golf even as The Masters are set to start; Cardinals recap; Are you on the hook for Mother's Day gifts?; John Rooney is getting ready for series finale of the Cardinals vs the Nationals.
Chris & Amy are back following Trump's threats on Iran; BARch Madness results; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; John Rooney on the Cardinals vs Nationals; Luigi Toscano has an exhibit coming to St Louis featuring Holocaust survivors in photographs; a career coach has tips to get your Gen Z kid a job. Plus, how responsible are husbands for Mother's Day gifts?
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger calls yesterday, 'one of the strangest days' that he's experienced, as the day progressed toward Pres Donald Trump's deadline on Iran. He joins Chris & Amy for a recap of the 'deal' reached on a ceasefire. What was VP Vance doing during the turmoil? Promoting the re-election of Hungarian dictator Viktor Orban.
Chris & Amy celebrate the great sports weekend in St Louis that saw a pair of Cardinals wins, a Blues win, and a victory for the Battlehawks. BARch Madness moves on from the 'Sloppy Sixteen'; Rongey got a parking ticket in Chicago; Amy has auto issues; Pete Babcock worked in the NBA for years & has a new book; Matt Pauley joins to recap the Cardinals weekend; Andrew Egger writes for The Bulwark and looks at Trump's attacks on Iran.
White House Correspondent for The Bulwark, Andrew Egger kicks off the hour with an update on US attacks on Iran; AI says people should leave relationships over half the time; why does Pres Trump want to hang out with losers? Chris knows why; Chris's Loser Lounge.
The Bulwark's White House Correspondent, Andrew Egger, joins Chris and Amy. He says there are still a lot of unknowns regarding the US's plans in Iran. How are investors and energy markets reacting?
Andrew Egger from The Bulwark, he's the White House Correspondent and co-author of the Morning Shots newsletter. He joins Chris and Amy as ICE agents have been assigned to various airports around the country while TSA agents are still not being paid. US threats to Iran continue, markets react, Trump reacts. What is actually going on?
Chris and Amy are back after the 1st weekend of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, and Chris's trip to Washington, DC. Financial planner Dave Simons comments on fluctuating gas and oil prices, and the markets; Matt Pauley is headed to Springfield to broadcast the Cardinals vs their minor league affiliate; and Andrew Egger joins for his weekly segment from The Bulwark.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy as US conflict with Iran continues; Pres Trump bashes Robert Mueller after his death; curfew leads to arrests in St Louis, but fewer the next nite; CBS News Radio is ending
The Bulwark's 'Morning Shots' co-auhor is Andrew Egger. He joins Chris and Amy to attempt to explain the ongoing US attacks on Iran. When will this end?
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy to kick off the hour, still looking for a reason & end date behind the US attacks on Iran; Chris missed the Oscars, so did Amy; Stu Durando covers SLU sports for Stu on SLU, the Billikens are in the NCAA Tournament; and an NFL player has finally corrected the pronunciation of his name, after years!
Andrew Egger, the White House Correspondent for The Bulwark, joins Chris and Amy every Monday. This week the discussion centers around the confusing and mixed messaging from the Trump regime regarding attacks on Iran. How does this impact the President's party as global oil prices rise? 'The cost of living stuff is big,' politically, says Egger. Iran says, 'they think they can keep up this shooting war for months.'
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy to kick off the hour. What is the pulse in Washington, DC over the Iran war?; where does St Louis rank as a 'bar city' according to Bar Rescue's Jon Taffer?; helpful tips to identify the narcissist in your life; bad drivers are at the top of the Call 'n Crab list.
Chris and Amy's Monday show includes visits with Sen Jamie Burger about speed limits; Tom Ackerman about the Blues; Andrew Egger weighs-in on the Iran war; and a Narcissistic Abuse Specialist. Plus, the best bars in St Louis contest is coming together; Major Garrett debuts on 60-Minutes; and Jon Taffer says St Louis is a great bar city.
Chris and Amy chat with St Louis native Lt General Mark Hertling about the US attacks on Iran; Amy thinks your 40s are the hardest decade; The Bulwark's Andrew Egger discusses the impacts of the attacks on Iran in the middle east; Purina had to respond to a clothing item representing the company in the erotic drama, DTF St Louis.
Amy has returned from be bout with shingles; US attacks Iran over the weekend; Oli Marmol gets an extension with the Cardinals; Joe Jackson wants more piano music in bars; Matt Pauley sometimes has to deal with trolls during Cardinals coverage; Lt Gen Mark Hertling takes a look at the ramifications of the US attacking Iran, as does The Bulwark's Andrew Egger. Are your 40's the hardest decade?
Austin Berg (Chicago Policy Center) and Andrew Egger (The Bulwark) join Mike to dissect Trump's marathon State of the Union: was it a missed opportunity to reach the median voter, or a "clip farming" masterclass? They also unpack the awkwardly timed Supreme Court tariff ruling that derailed his economic pitch, and the high-stakes standoff between the Pentagon and AI giant Anthropic over autonomous weapons. Finally, Goat Grinders tackles the agony of vinyl record tariffs, the performative scourge of handheld lavalier mics, and how Twitter ruins the Winter Olympics. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist
The Charlie Kirk assassination continues to divide the conservative movement as Candace Owens promotes conspiracy theories suggesting Turning Point USA involvement in the September 10th killing. TPUSA has responded with employee terminations, cease and desist letters, and heightened internal paranoia as leaked videos and audio recordings reach Owens from inside sources. Former TPUSA staffer Aubrey Lech claims she was fired for questioning the Charlie Kirk murder narrative, joining other employees dismissed in what critics call a purge.The Zionism debate fractures MAGA further as Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Candace Owens challenge pro-Israel conservatives. The White House Religious Liberty Commission meeting devolved into chaos when Commissioner Carrie Prejean Bowler defended Candace Owens against antisemitism charges, arguing Catholic opposition to Zionism doesn't equal antisemitism. Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick fired Bowler from the commission, but she refuses to recognize his authority and plans to attend future meetings.Will Saletan's Bulwark reporting exposes how Candace Owens conspiracy theories penetrate Turning Point USA staff, creating workplace suspicion and legal threats. Andrew Egger documents the coalition crisis as Trump administration officials navigate between philosemites and antisemites within MAGA ranks, unable to satisfy both groups simultaneously. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB