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Andrew Egger, The White House Correspondent from The Bulwark & co-author of The Morning Shots newsletter, joins Chris and John Hancock ahead of the State of the Union. He calls it 'theatrical.' Trump promises a long speech. Could Trump and his family actually 'win' his lawsuit against his own treasury department and IRS, departments he controls?
John Hancock and Chris welcome The Bulwark's Andrew Egger for a State of the Union Preview; Chicago is running contest to name snow plows; the next show tournament will be the best bars in St Louis, we're taking submissions on X; John Hancock picked up a snooker win on Monday.
John Hancock and Chris Rongey preview the State of the Union; chat with Dave Simons about the Trump tariff rulings from the Supreme Court; Sam Dykstra from MLB Pipeline on the Cardinals farm system; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark joins for his weekly visit from Washington DC; and Chris and Amy will attempt to name the best bar in St Louis.
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
White House correspondent Andrew Egger of The Bulwark joins Chris and Amy to discuss fallout from the Munich Security Conference and growing doubts among European allies about U.S. reliability. The conversation covers divisions inside the Republican Party on foreign policy, from more traditional internationalist views to a rising isolationist wing, and what that could mean post-Trump. Egger also breaks down the uphill path for the SAVE Act in the Senate and the legal and political hurdles surrounding a potential national voter ID proposal.
In hour 3 Andrew Egger joins to discuss U.S.–Europe tensions after the Munich Security Conference, divisions within the GOP on foreign policy, and the uphill path for the SAVE Act and potential national voter ID proposals. The hour also touches on Russia and Alexei Navalny, plus a conversation about Cardinals legends and generational gaps in St. Louis sports knowledge.
The show starts with Mardi Gras in St. Louis, and why the region continues to punch above its weight as a sports town. WashU professor Peter Kastor joins to discuss George Washington's legacy, how the presidency has evolved, and what defines impactful leadership in the first year of a presidency. Matt Pauley checks in from Cardinals spring training in Jupiter with updates on early workouts, clubhouse culture, roster questions, and Lars Nootbaar's rehab timeline, plus a look at the red-hot Saint Louis Billikens. White House correspondent Andrew Egger breaks down U.S.–Europe tensions following the Munich Security Conference, divisions inside the Republican Party on foreign policy, and the debate over the SAVE Act and national voter ID proposals. The show also explores St. Louis sports nostalgia and whether younger fans still recognize local legends, and wraps with St. Louis Magazine's Ryan Krull discussing a proposed downtown “Innovation Zone,” incentives to convert office buildings into housing, plans to attract major events downtown, and concerns over possible changes to the I-64/Compton interchange.
Hour 1 - Chris and Amy discuss why it's important that downtown St. Louis succeeds in order for the entire region to be prosperous. Also: Members of Congress have gained access to Epstein files, a Norwegian skier at the Winter Olympics confesses he cheated on his girlfriend, and another edition of Did You See This? Hour 2 - Chris and Amy speak with Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent for the Bulwark to discuss the Esptein files and President Trump's approval ratings; and Kelly O'Grady, CBS Correspondent live from the Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. Hour 3 - Chris and Amy are joined by St Louis CITY SC Chief Experience Officer Matt Sebek who unveils the new away kits, inspired by the legendary singer and St. Louis native Tina Turner. Katie Lee, founder of Katie's Pizza + Pasta, also joins the show to discuss the opening of her new location in Crestwood, and the "million dollar tunnel oven" en route to St. Louis from Italy! Also in the show: Mizzou could sell the naming rights to Memorial Stadium, and as always, your texts and voice messages.
Chris and Amy speak with Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent for the Bulwark to discuss the Esptein files and President Trump's approval ratings; and Kelly O'Grady, CBS Correspondent live from the Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy.
Chris & Amy talk with Andrew Egger from The Bulwark about a variety of subjects in the political world; a new air travel ID; more Epstein files were released on Friday; and could February be the worst month?
The Bulwark White House correspondent, Andrew Egger, joins Chris and Amy with a look at a crypto-currency investment from Abu Dhabi that resulted in chip sharing with the country; 'I think we're just sorta numb' to the latest moves by Donald Trump, pointing out that estimates show the President has pocketed, 'four billion dollars in his second term'; is there a whistleblower implicating Tulsi Gabbard in something nefarious?
Chris and Amy relive the Billikens performance over Dayton with Matt Pauley; they comment on data-centers with Stephen Richer; Andrew Egger has comments on new stories out of Washinhgton; plus sports betting in Missouri; new flight ids; and the negativity of February.
The Bulwark's White House Correspondent Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy every Monday morning. He shares his reaction to the shooting of VA nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis this weekend.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger and Chris and Amy discuss the fallout from the border patrol agent shooting of VA nurse Alex Pretti; a Yale researcher joins Chris and Amy with his reaction to 'Dry January'; Chris thinks 'a vast majority' of viewers wanted Alex Honnold to fall from his climb up Taipei 101.
Snowmageddon!; driving in the snow; reaction to the Alex Pretti shooting by immigration agents in Minnesota; Did you see this?; Matt wants to charm the ladies with an assumed name; Matt Pauley is getting ready for Spring Training; The Bulwark's Andrew Egger; and a Yale researcher has participated in 'Dry January' for the 1st time.
Hour 3 opens with Andrew Egger discussing national politics and foreign policy, followed later by NFL playoff analysis with Mike Tanier. The hour closes with a listener text saying they are not sure they like Chris Rongey but now root for the Chicago Bears because of him
White House correspondent Andrew Egger of The Bulwark joins the show to break down Donald Trump's push for control of Greenland, proposed tariffs on European allies, and the fallout for NATO and U.S. credibility. The discussion covers congressional reaction, including criticism from Don Bacon, the strategic implications for Russia and China, and concerns that America's global alliances may face long-term damage.
The full Chris and Amy Show on Martin Luther King Jr. Day blends history, politics, sports, and local conversation. Hour 1 sets the tone with MLK Day reflections, national headlines involving Donald Trump, sports updates, fandom debates, and a wide-ranging civil rights discussion with Peter Kastor. Hour 2 turns to sports, health, and local issues, covering NFL and NHL news, serious injury discussions, a hot-mic controversy in O'Fallon, and a broader debate on St. Louis' regional challenges and strengths. Hour 3 features Andrew Egger on U.S. foreign policy and alliances, followed later by NFL playoff analysis with Mike Tanier, and wraps with listener banter sparked by Bears fandom tied to Chris Rongey.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger says Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's response to a criminal investigation into him, a 'really, really striking thing.' Egger joins Chris and Amy every Monday. In addition to the commentary about Powell vs Trump, Egger also comments on: Venezuelan oil, Iranian protests & Trump's international relationships.
Chris and Amy discuss the loose monkeys in St Louis; Brad Young joins with advice on how to keep yourself out of the eyes of ICE; an economist explains why Pres Trump wants to limit home purchases from investors; Matt Pauley joins to recap the sports weekend; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark's Morning Shots newsletter.
Chris and Amy with their weekly segment with Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; no, the monkeys haven't been caught yet, and Raja is still in St Louis; would you skip a date because you were sick?
Chris and Amy welcome The Bulwark's Andrew Egger to discuss Venezuela; Amy wonders about AI in her doctor's office; surprised that it has been 10 years since the Rams moved; what are some good sports color schemes?
Chris and Amy are back together after the holiday break. Lt Gen Mark Hertling and Andrew Egger weigh-in on the US capture of Venezuela's President; Matt Pauley discusses the NFL playoffs; Chris realized the Rams last game in St Louis was 10 years ago; Amy is concerned about AI in her doctor's exam room.
Andrew Egger is the White House Correspondent and co-author of the Morning Shots Newsletter for The Bulwark. He joins Chris and Amy following the US capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. He says what happens now is, 'far, far murkier', than the successful operation by the US military.
Andrew Egger, White House correspondent and Morning Shots co-author for The Bulwark, joins Chris and Amy with a mix of light banter and serious analysis. The conversation starts with misleading political fundraising tactics, including recurring donations that often trap older supporters, and how texts and emails tied to Donald Trump and various PACs fuel confusion and cynicism. Egger also breaks down reported U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, the complicated religious and political dynamics in the region, and uncertainty surrounding the situation on the ground. The discussion then turns to the war in Ukraine, examining Trump's desire to quickly end the conflict, concerns from Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders, and how Vladimir Putin continues to influence the diplomatic landscape.
Hour 3 features Andrew Egger of The Bulwark breaking down Donald Trump's announcement of U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in northwestern Nigeria, including the fog of war, religious and political tensions, and Nigeria's response. The discussion then turns to the war in Ukraine, Trump's push to quickly end the conflict, concerns from Volodymyr Zelensky and European allies about possible concessions, and Vladimir Putin's continued influence behind the scenes. The hour also includes talk about phones and social media limits, morning routines, and a debate over brushing teeth in the shower and whether hot tap water should be used for drinking or cooking. The show wraps with on-air studio antics and sports discussion, including the Chicago Bears, Luther Burden III's breakout performance, and debate over the Kansas City Chiefs' planned move to a publicly funded stadium in Kansas compared to privately funded stadiums in St. Louis.
Chris and Amy are back with a wide-ranging show covering local news, national politics, sports, and plenty of everyday conversation. The day opens with John Hancock joining the first segment to talk extreme St. Louis weather swings, the St. Louis Battlehawks naming Ricky Proehl as head coach, and early reaction to the removal of former sheriff Alfred Montgomery ahead of a special election. In Hour 2, former airline pilot and Patrick Arnzen, CEO of Thrust Flight, explains why many commercial pilots hide mental health struggles under current FAA rules, concerns about safety and honesty in the cockpit, and why single-pilot airline concepts remain far off. Matt Pauley then joins to discuss Battlehawks football, Rams nostalgia, life without an NFL team in St. Louis, and the emotional toll of being a football fan, before the hour wraps with a lighter discussion about who should be next to serve as St. Louis sheriff. Hour 3 features Andrew Egger of The Bulwark breaking down U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in northwestern Nigeria, the fog of war and religious tensions there, and Donald Trump's approach to ending the war in Ukraine, including concerns from Volodymyr Zelensky and Europe and the influence of Vladimir Putin. The show also dives into phone habits, morning routines, a spirited debate about brushing teeth in the shower and hot versus cold tap water, on-air studio mishaps, and sports talk ranging from the Chicago Bears and Luther Burden III's breakout to the Kansas City Chiefs' proposed publicly funded stadium in Kansas.
Andrew Egger, Morning Shots Newsletter co-author and White House Correspondent for The Bulwark, joins Chris & Amy. He says that the Kennedy Center isn't actually renamed, because that takes an act of Congress. He talks about the legislative process surrounding health care and funding the Affordable Care Act.
St Louisan and White House Correspondent Andrew Egger joins Chris & Amy to start the hour; what are some of the problems that 'tall people' face, and why did they get together to discuss them?; KSDK's Mike Bush announced his retirement; Amy adds more context to the word she learned while she was out sick.
Amy has returned, so has Chris. Willson Contreras is headed to Boston in a trade; a homeless man steered authorities to the Brown University shooter; what could be renamed after Chris and Amy in St Louis?; Maury Brown from Forbes on cable sports networks; Matt Pauley with more on Contreras trade; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; KSDK's Mike Bush announces his retirement.
Native St Louisan, Andrew Egger, is the White House Correspondent for The Bulwark & co-author of Morning Shots newsletter. He joins Amy and Chris in-studio. They kick off he segment discussing the Trump comments on the murders of Rob and Michele Reiner; the Trump coalition & mid-terms; where does Sen Josh Hawley go from here?; what did Trump's Chief of Staff say about his administration?
Amy returns to the show today. She and Chris discuss Kelly Chase at Hockey Fights Cancer night; Pres Donald Trump continued his negative comments following the apparent murders of Rob and Michele Reiner; The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins in-studio for 2 segments as he spends Christmas in St Louis.
Amy is back and she explains just how into Christmas she is this season; conversations about Kelly Chase & cancer; suicide; the Reiners killing & Trump's comments; suicide; plus an in-studio visit with Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; & Jacob Cerosimo on the Missouri Tigers.
White House Correspondent for The Bulwark, Andrew Egger joins Chris and John Hancock this morning. They discuss the US strikes on possible drug boats off the coast of Venezuela; a SCOTUS case over Trump firings; Trump vs MTG.
John Hancock joins Chris Rongey; topics today include the weekend in the NFL; Did you see this; Marjorie Taylor Green vs Donald Trump; holiday gift shopping; plus Matt Pauley from the baseball Winter Meetings; Bengie Molina is hosting a charity toy drive this weekend and The Bulwark's Andrew Egger's weekly visit.
Chris and John talk about holiday gift-giving; Cardinals Spanish-language broadcaster Bengie Molina; The Bulwark's Washington correspondent.
Chris is joined by Brad Young today with Amy out. They discuss the snow issues and MoDot's answers; how should you heat your home this winter? an HVAC tech offers tips; a state rep's push for changes to AI laws in Missouri; a live update from Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; keeping your kids off their screens.
Chris and Brad Young discuss new legislation in Missouri that would make AI deepfakes illegal; Brad weighs-in on the legality of the boat strikes on Venezuelan boats; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark; frying turkeys indoors? ?"
Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent & co-author of 'The Morning Shots' newsletter for The Bulwark. He discusses the so-called, 'double-tap' of survivors of a US military attack on suspected drug runners in a boat off the coast of Venezuela; the Tennessee congressional seat race; and Trump dozes in cabinet meeting.
The Bulwark White House Correspondent, Andrew Egger, joins Chris and Amy every week. He comments on the abrupt announcement that Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene is leaving Congress; he calls Trump's meeting with the new NYC Mayor, 'surreal'.
Andrew Egger joins the show to chat about the resignation of Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene and Pres Trump's meeting with the NYC Mayor; a great story about stolen beefsticks; Accuweather meteorologist Bill Deger with a long-range forecast; how many beefsticks do you have to steal to make it a felony?
Chris and Amy kick off Monday's show discussing a local deportation story; reading and literacy rates; Matt Pauley on SLU hoops and soccer plus a Blues win; Andrew Egger from The Bulwark plus Bill Deger from Accuweather.
Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy every week from the Bulwark, he talks about the Epstein files about-face by Pres Trump; the rift with Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor-Greene; Epstein files and Maxwell; & tariff policy.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger on Trump's change on Epstein files; Arch Apparel owner says he's having tough time in Ballpark Village.
Andrew Egger, White House Correspondent & Co-Author of the Morning Shots Newsletter for The Bulwark. He discusses a vote to possibly end the federal government shutdown, agreed to by 8 Democrats and independents.
The Bulwark's Andrew Egger on the government shutdown; Fedora Man at the Louvre; another gambling scandal in sports; texts about horse riding along Lindbergh.
For the last few weeks, the Trump administration has escalated its authoritarian impulses, from pressuring ABC to cancel a late night host, to deploying the Texas National Guard to Chicago. You might call it "authoritarian," but the voters are just getting mildly queasy. The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins the show to talk about the news, the voters, and how we're even supposed to cover it these days. By Andrew Egger: Morning Shots: The Insidious Effort to Rationalize Trump's Lawfare Get your first three months with Mint Mobile for $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/THEFOCUSGROUP.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comPete Hegseth calls in the nation's top generals and admirals so he can lecture them about being in shape and ending wokeness and Donald Trump can speak ominously about “the war from within” and using American cities as training grounds for troops. JVL, Sarah Longwell and Tim Miller react to the supremely weird meeting—and then spend some time reflecting on how the first nine months of Trump's second term have stacked up against JVL's worst case scenario from a year ago. Have a question you've been dying to ask the gang? Leave it in the comments on this episode and you may just see them answer it during an upcoming live show. We'll be posting the replays exclusively for Bulwark+ members. Bulwark Live in NYC is sold out but you can still snag tickets for Bulwark Live in DC Oct 8 featuring Rep. Sarah McBride and a super-sized Bulwark panel with Mona Charen, Andrew Egger and Will Sommer at TheBulwark.com/events.Watch, listen, and leave a comment. This ad-free video version of The Next Level is exclusively for Bulwark+ members. You can find The Next Level wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube. Add The Next Level to your podcast player of choice, here.
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comJVL, Tim Miller, and special guest Andrew Egger get into the rise of Trump's cult cops, the right's open flirtation with Caesarism, and whether Newsom's new “mean streak” is a weapon or a trap for Democrats.Watch, listen, and leave a comment. This ad-free video version of The Next Level is exclusively for Bulwark+ members. You can find The Next Level wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube. Add The Next Level to your podcast player of choice, here.