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On today's program: Casey Harper, Managing Editor for Broadcast at The Washington Stand and Host of the "Outstanding" podcast, reviews this week's news highlights, including the Middle East trips by Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Canada releases an anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan’s words 16:15 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | Democrat shutdown | A federal court has struck down the Biden-era rule redefining “sex” in federal law to include “gender identity.” | No Kings protests | John Brennan lied to Congress | Introducing kids to tree nuts earlier in lifehttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 35:13 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about attending a naturalization ceremony at the courthouse https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Canada releases an anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan’s words 16:15 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | Democrat shutdown | A federal court has struck down the Biden-era rule redefining “sex” in federal law to include “gender identity.” | No Kings protests | John Brennan lied to Congress | Introducing kids to tree nuts earlier in lifehttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 35:13 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about attending a naturalization ceremony at the courthouse https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bob Onder, Congressman Missouri's 3rd congressional district joins to talk about Israel/Hamas and Venezuela and more.
In this hour Dan Buck talks about Venezuela. Daniel Flesch, Senior Policy Analyst for Middle East and North Africa at The Heritage Foundation joins to talk about Israel/Hamas and South Africa. Rep. Eric Burlison, Congressman from Missouri's 7th congressional district joins to talk about the government shutdown rumors that it could go past Thanksgiving and more. Bob Onder, Congressman Missouri's 3rd congressional district joins to talk about Israel/Hamas and Venezuela and more.
Dan Buck is driving the ship solo today on the Marc Cox Morning Show; Daniel Flesch, Senior Policy Analyst for Middle East and North Africa at The Heritage Foundation joins to talk about Israel/Hamas and South Africa. Rep. Eric Burlison, Congressman from Missouri's 7th congressional district joins to talk about the government shutdown rumors that it could go past Thanksgiving and more. Bob Onder, Congressman Missouri's 3rd congressional district joins to talk about Israel/Hamas and Venezuela and more. Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz joins to talk about Venezuela, government shutdown and more. Bruce LeVell, Longtime Senior Advisor to President Trump and former Small Business Administration Advocate for the White House joins to talk about ripple effect of government shutdown, Venezuela and more. Ron Baechle aka Towel Man talks hockey
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Trump and Zelenskyy are meeting at the White House today 16:38 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Top congressional headlines of the day | Schumer Shutdown | Rep. Onder Leads Letter to Treasury Sec. Bessent Urging the Removal of Transgender Surgeries from the IRS List of Qualified Medical Expenses | Trump endorsing Bob again | Plans for the No Kings Protest tomorrow | COVID and Obamacare subsidies | IVFhttps://onder.house.gov/ https://x.com/BobOnderMO 33:28 SEG 3 https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Veteran U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Kansas City) blasts Republicans over the federal government shutdown, saying House Republicans are currently taking what he calls a four-week vacation. Congressman Cleaver has returned to Washington. U.S. Rep. Bob Onder (R), who represents Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, Boonville and Ashland on Capitol Hill, sees it differently. Congressman Onder was live this morning on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri", telling listeners that this is the "Schumer Shutdown." Congressman Onder also says that as the shutdown continues, Missouri families are losing jobs and paychecks and that 8,200 Social Security checks are delayed each week. Congressman Onder says Senate Democrats could end the shutdown today and says Democrats chose to shut the government down to appease what Onder describes as their left-wing base;
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Broadcasting LIVE from Stone Ledge Distillery in Defiance, MO https://stoneledgedistillery.com/ Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri's 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | The Schumer shutdown | Southern Poverty Law Center is the real hate group | Apple taking down ICE tracking apps | FDA Approves New Generic Abortion Drug https://onder.house.gov/ https://x.com/BobOnderMO https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steve recaps his visit to Turning Point USA in Arizona and says he's encouraged for the first time that conservatives can actually win. Then, Rep. Bob Onder (R-Mo.) joins the show to discuss what ails the chamber in which he serves and what needs to be done. In Hour Two, it's another edition of Theology Thursday, continuing on with Romans 10. TODAY'S SPONSORS: FIRST CUP COFFEE: https://firstcup.com/ use code DEACE PATRIOT MOBILE: https://patriotmobile.com/STEVE or call 972-PATRIOT for your FREE MONTH of service REAL ESTATE AGENTS I TRUST: https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ RELIEFBAND: https://reliefband.com/ USE PROMO CODE STEVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this segment, Mark is joined by Missouri Congressman Bob Onder discusses the government shutdown, Trump's middle east peace plan and more.
9-30-2025: Wake Up Missouri with Randy Tobler, Stephanie Bell, John Marsh, and Producer Drake
- Tim Jones explains what we're seeing with the democrats strategy going into the primaries. - Cong. Dr. Bob Onder discusses the possibility of a government shut down, and what it will take to prevent one. - Gabe tells us something good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Tim and Chris are broadcasting LIVE from The Hideout Sports Bar in High Ridge, Missouri https://www.hideoutsportsbar.com/ 0:00 SEG 1 A lot of people at the U.N. General Assembly walked out right as Netanyahu was about to speak 14:00 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Top congressional headlines of the day | Congressional Democrats will shut down the government because they insist on providing free healthcare to illegal aliens | Comey indicted | Turning Point chapters on the risehttps://onder.house.govhttps://x.com/BobOnderMO 29:24 SEG 3 Chris' Corner https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Tim and Chris are broadcasting LIVE from The Hideout Sports Bar in High Ridge, Missouri https://www.hideoutsportsbar.com/ 0:00 SEG 1 A lot of people at the U.N. General Assembly walked out right as Netanyahu was about to speak 14:00 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Top congressional headlines of the day | Congressional Democrats will shut down the government because they insist on providing free healthcare to illegal aliens | Comey indicted | Turning Point chapters on the risehttps://onder.house.govhttps://x.com/BobOnderMO 29:24 SEG 3 Chris' Corner https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan Wrecker and Dan Buck host a packed Marc Cox Morning Show covering politics, culture, and local news. Hour 1 looks at the federal budget, the James Comey indictment, a major DEA bust tied to cartels in St. Louis, and in Buck Don't Give a ____ features Lex Renick's story of transgender regret and detransitioning. Hour 2 highlights school safety, UN speeches by Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump, TikTok regulation with Eben Brown, sports updates, and “In Other News” with a stolen penguin statue and quirky headlines. Hour 3 includes Eugene Kontorovich on UN politics, Israel, and UK free speech, Capitol Beat with Rep. Dr. Bob Onder on a potential government shutdown and Medicaid reforms, and another Buck Don't Give a ____ on cultural pressures around gender surgeries. Hour 4 spotlights maternity leave, TikTok security, retail crime, and political speculation, followed by the Queen of Hearts drawing benefiting the St. Louis BackStoppers, and Nicolee Ambrose on political violence, youth attitudes, and free speech after the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Rep. Dr. Bob Onder joins Capitol Beat to discuss the potential federal government shutdown and ongoing legislative negotiations. He addresses Medicaid reforms, including funding for undocumented immigrants, and critiques California's SB 771 bill for its implications on censorship and hate speech regulation on social media. The conversation highlights First Amendment concerns, Section 230 protections, and the influence of California regulations on national tech and media companies.
In this segment, Mark is joined by Missouri Congressman Bob Onder. Congressman Onder discusses several topics including the potential for a government shutdown if the Senate does not approve a Continuing Resolution, his reaction to the Memorial for Charlie Kirk, Jasmine Crockett, Ilhan Omar and other radical leftist politicians comments on Kirk and more.
- Ken Gontarz of Francis Howell Families is offering to help fund students who want to found Turning Point chapters on campus. - Someone left us a gift! A 5 page thesis on why the right is wrong about George Soros... - Cong Dr. Bob Onder talks about how Congress is honoring Charlie Kirk and gives us the Congressional Update. - Tell Me Something Good! w/ Gabe Phifer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Speaker Johnson is disappointed in Democrats voting no to honor Charlie Kirk | Recapping last night’s Steve Forbes and Nick Schroer events 17:09 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | Introducing the Chloe Cole Act to Protect Nation's Children from Predatory and Barbaric Medical Procedureshttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 34:37 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner features excerpts from Kamala’s book https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Speaker Johnson is disappointed in Democrats voting no to honor Charlie Kirk | Recapping last night’s Steve Forbes and Nick Schroer events 17:09 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | Introducing the Chloe Cole Act to Protect Nation's Children from Predatory and Barbaric Medical Procedureshttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 34:37 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner features excerpts from Kamala’s book https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9-17-2025: Wake Up Missouri with Peter Thiele, Jen Bukowsky, John Marsh, and Producer Drake
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- Suddenly, the Republicans in Jefferson City roll the Democrats - is that a sign of things to come? Lt. Gov. David Wasinger has the details. - Cong. Dr. Bob Onder explains what's going on at the national level and how it will effect Missouri. - Tell Me Something Good! w/ Gabe Phifer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Guest co-host is JIM TALENT, Former US Senator and Chairman of the Reagan Institute’s National Leadership Council x.com/JimTalent 0:00 SEG 1 Speaker’s Stump Speech, Tim Jones calls in from D.C. and is sponsored by https://www.hansenstree.com/ 19:57 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Trump will be posthumously awarding Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom | speaking on the House floor to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk. | Candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk in Saint Charles County, Missouri. | His (SPACE) Act Has Passed The House. It will facilitate the expanded use of space-sharing between Federal Agencies that are located in the same general area. | Continuing Resolutionhttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 31:43 SEG 3 Joey V. reviews “The Long Walk” https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Guest co-host is JIM TALENT, Former US Senator and Chairman of the Reagan Institute’s National Leadership Council x.com/JimTalent 0:00 SEG 1 Speaker’s Stump Speech, Tim Jones calls in from D.C. and is sponsored by https://www.hansenstree.com/ 19:57 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Trump will be posthumously awarding Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom | speaking on the House floor to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk. | Candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk in Saint Charles County, Missouri. | His (SPACE) Act Has Passed The House. It will facilitate the expanded use of space-sharing between Federal Agencies that are located in the same general area. | Continuing Resolutionhttps://onder.house.gov/https://x.com/BobOnderMO 31:43 SEG 3 Joey V. reviews “The Long Walk” https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Capitol Beat segment, Congressman Bob Onder joins Marc Cox to discuss the latest political headlines. They talk about the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, with Onder describing Kirk as a martyr and reflecting on his influence with young people and on college campuses. The Congressman also addresses the impact of political rhetoric, noting how comparisons to Nazis and other inflammatory language can fuel violence. Later, he weighs in on Missouri's upcoming redistricting plan, which could reshape his own district, and shares thoughts on remembering 9/11 along with criticism of County Executive Sam Page's response.
Hour 3 of the Marc Cox Morning Show begins with Capitol Beat. Jim Carafano from the Heritage Foundation discusses the arrest of the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination, the quick law enforcement response that involved a pastor and the suspect's family, and what the case shows about deterring political violence. He also breaks down Qatar's complex diplomatic role and reports of an Israeli strike in Qatar in the broader context of regional conflicts. Congressman Dr. Bob Onder joins the conversation to reflect on Charlie Kirk's influence with young conservatives and students, calling him a martyr, and to discuss the dangers of heated political rhetoric. He also weighs in on Missouri's upcoming redistricting plan that could change the shape of his district and shares his thoughts on commemorating 9/11, while criticizing County Executive Sam Page's response. To close the hour, Scott on the Spot looks at the troubling trend of young men committing violent acts. Scott highlights factors that may be contributing, including the influence of social media, the spread of misinformation, mental health challenges, parental responsibility and the role of pharmaceuticals.
Hour 1 opens with Scott Jagow in Scott on the Spot, sharing his rotator cuff surgery story, pain management, physical therapy, new treatments like PRP and scrambler therapy, plus a quick look at the day's breaking headlines. Hour 2 features Victoria Churchill on the fallout from the Charlie Kirk shooting and the moment of silence debate, followed by Nichole Murray with business and market updates, then In Other News. Hour 3 brings Jim Carafano on the suspect arrest and why swift law enforcement matters, then Capitol Beat with Rep. Dr. Bob Onder on political rhetoric, redistricting and 9/11 remembrance, and a short return of Scott Jagow for Scott on the Spot. Hour 4 starts with Dennis Hancock on local county issues and the Queen of Hearts drawing, then Eben Brown with the latest updates on the Charlie Kirk investigation and what charges may come next.
9-11-2025: Wake Up Missouri with Randy Tobler, Stephanie Bell, John Marsh, and Producer Drake
In this hour, Mark talks with Congressman Bob Onder of Missouri's 3rd district, to discuss new developments in a cold case murder that occurred in Ellisville more than 40 years ago, as well as listen in to Sue's News with Sue Thomas.
Mark Reardon talks with Congressman Bob Onder of Missouri's 3rd district about the latest news regarding a cold case murder that happened more than 40 years ago in Ellisville.
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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Venezuelan military aircraft flew near a U.S. Navy vessel 15:37 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Top congressional headlines | Jeanine Pirro announces 2 juveniles arrested and will be tried as adults for the murder of a Congressional intern in Washington D.C. | onder.house.gov/x.com/BobOnderMO 34:17 SEG 3 S.O.S. Denny Hoskins says hi Chris’ Corner features Trump changing the DOD to the Department of War https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Venezuelan military aircraft flew near a U.S. Navy vessel 15:37 SEG 2 Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Top congressional headlines | Jeanine Pirro announces 2 juveniles arrested and will be tried as adults for the murder of a Congressional intern in Washington D.C. | onder.house.gov/x.com/BobOnderMO 34:17 SEG 3 S.O.S. Denny Hoskins says hi Chris’ Corner features Trump changing the DOD to the Department of War https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim Carafano, Heritage Foundation national security and foreign policy talks President Trump leadership and Russia/Ukraine. Congressman Bob Onder talks transgender Minnesota shooter and session back next week. Finally, Marc remembers radio personality Gary Burbank.
Today on the Marc Cox Morning Show; Cardiologist Dr. Fahmi Farah, on the rising number of heart attacks. Jim Carafano, Heritage Foundation national security and foreign policy talks Trump and Putin. Congressman Bob Onder talks transgender shooter in Minnesota. Greg Brown and Mike Weigand talk Guns N Hoses. Trey Gowdy, host of Sunday Night in America Sundays and author of FOX News Book's newest title, "The Color of Death" talks book and gun control.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | The Minneapolis shooter had dark thoughts about being trans. Should the trans industrial complex shoulder some of the blame? | Kehoe has called a special sessiononder.house.govx.com/BobOnderMO https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Dr. Bob Onder, Congressman for Missouri’s 3rd District | TOPIC: Congressional headlines of the day | The Minneapolis shooter had dark thoughts about being trans. Should the trans industrial complex shoulder some of the blame? | Kehoe has called a special sessiononder.house.govx.com/BobOnderMO https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Congressman Bob Onder talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about why he supports Gov. Mike Kehoe calling the legislature back into session for mid-decade redistricting.
In this segment, Mark is joined by Missouri Congressman Bob Onder to talk about his recent trip to Rome, the newly appointed Missouri Attorney General, cleaning up crime and more.
Congressman Bob Onder discusses his recent activities in Missouri, including attending the state fair and meeting with the Missouri Broadcasters Association to address efforts by carmakers to limit AM/FM radio access. He reflects on his first trip to Israel, witnessing the impact of recent attacks and Israeli missile defense systems, drawing parallels to U.S. homeland defense initiatives like the proposed “Golden Dome.” Onder weighs in on the Trump-Putin summit, the complexities of potential peace agreements with Russia, and the role of land swaps and security guarantees in negotiations. The conversation then shifts to Missouri congressional redistricting, where Onder highlights bipartisan efforts, challenges from past inaction, and the influence of population counts including illegal immigrants on seat allocation, stressing the importance of strategic Republican engagement.
Hour 3 covers a mix of national politics, foreign policy, and societal commentary. Segment 1 highlights Air Force One's departure for Alaska as Trump heads to meet Putin, with discussion of the summit's implications and local issues like public spending scrutiny in the Francis Howell School District. Segment 2 features Brent Sadler from the Heritage Foundation, analyzing the Trump-Putin meeting, Russia's weaknesses, and the positive impact of Trump-era military recruitment reforms. Segment 3 brings Congressman Bob Onder on to discuss his recent travels, U.S.-Israel relations, and redistricting efforts in Missouri, emphasizing the political stakes and bipartisan efforts. Segment 4 shifts to Kim on a Whim, where Kim shares a personal story about parenting in public, connecting it to broader societal impatience with children and declining birth rates.
Marc focuses on the Trump-Putin summit, with Brent Sadler from the Heritage Foundation analyzing potential outcomes. Discussion highlights Trump's negotiation approach, the strategic leverage over Russia via China and India, and the risks if Putin resists meaningful progress. The segment also covers the broader implications for global alliances, including Zelensky and other world leaders, emphasizing that incentives and costs drive cooperation more than trust. Sadler praises Trump's impact on military readiness, noting improvements in recruitment and focus on performance over identity politics, especially in the Marine Corps. The hour closes by previewing an upcoming conversation with Congressman Bob Onder on Missouri congressional redistricting.
This segment opens with a lighthearted debate about whether it's better to back into or pull into parking spots, with commentary on practicality versus showing off. The conversation pivots to a New Jersey restaurant incident where a three-year-old damaged a $1,600 marble table, sparking discussion on parental responsibility and restaurant policies. Next, unusual scholarship opportunities from around the world are highlighted, including rewards for climbing mountains, creating crosswords, or being left-handed. The segment closes with a controversy surrounding Priscilla Presley and alleged disputes over Lisa Marie Presley's estate, setting the stage for upcoming interviews with Brent Sadler and Congressman Bob Onder.
Marc Cox kicks off the week with a mix of sharp political commentary and engaging local stories. Hour 1 dissects the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, ICE enforcement updates, and critiques of local media hypocrisy, while spotlighting Saint Louis short-term rental rules and Cottle Village in Saint Charles. Hour 2 brings analysis from Nichole Ambrose on Trump's negotiation strategy and international pressures, plus light-hearted takes on the Kennedy Center honors, sports fandom, and quirky news items. Hour 3 features Brent Sadler of the Heritage Foundation on Russia and military recruitment, Congressman Bob Onder on U.S.-Israel relations and Missouri redistricting, and Kim's insights on parenting and societal shifts. Hour 4 dives into the Guns and Hoses Queen of Hearts raffle, Trump's Social Security reforms, Bevis Schock of the Holy Joe Society on the Francis Howell superintendent payout, and St. Louis Magazine's Burger Week, rounding out a full blend of political, local, and lifestyle coverage for conservative listeners.