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Hour 2 opens with Dan Buck, Kim St. Onge, and Ethan Bright discussing a Missouri Lottery winner and the broader question of whether large jackpot recipients should be publicly identified, sparking debate over privacy, transparency laws, and the potential use of trusts to shield identities. The conversation then shifts into consumer frustration around retail “round-up” donation prompts and skepticism about how nonprofit fundraising systems operate in practice. In the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” the show highlights Busch Stadium's viral “tarps off” seating section trend while also covering regulatory setbacks facing Waymo testing in Missouri, alongside concerns about autonomous vehicle deployment and neighborhood disruptions. The discussion escalates into local policy debates over rising water rates in St. Louis and criticism of public spending priorities, even as regional development expands with a planned Google data center nearby. The hour's most substantive policy segment features guest Ross Marchand of the Taxpayer Protection Alliance, who breaks down rising auto insurance premiums driven by litigation and what he calls a “tort tax,” arguing for extending liability protections similar to those already granted to rental car companies to ride-share platforms like Uber and Lyft. The hour closes with “In Other News,” featuring viral stories including a Tesla Cybertruck driver misusing “Wade Mode” and driving into a lake, a DUI suspect arrested while attempting to pick up another DUI suspect from jail, amusement park riders stranded on a 245-foot roller coaster in Texas, and media chatter surrounding the end of Stephen Colbert's show and speculation about his political future. Hashtags: #StLouis #Waymo #Insurance #RideShare #TortReform #Cybertruck #DUI #Lottery #Google #PopCulture
In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Onge and Dan Buck dive into the growing world of manufactured internet popularity, breaking down how viral trends, influencer fame, political engagement, and even music success are increasingly driven by coordinated advertising disguised as organic content. The segment centers around a company called Floodify, allegedly built to flood social media platforms with paid engagement through networks of fake or semi-active accounts designed to artificially boost artists, influencers, and political campaigns. Kim explains how users are manipulated into believing certain songs, personalities, or political figures are organically exploding online when much of the activity may actually be purchased amplification. The conversation expands into skepticism surrounding social media algorithms, bot-style engagement, AI-generated interaction, influencer marketing, and viral political content, with references to Justin Bieber, Eric Adams, conservative influencers, and internet-driven political campaigns. The segment closes with frustration over how difficult it has become to distinguish authentic public interest from coordinated digital manipulation, especially as AI, algorithmic feeds, and monetized engagement increasingly dominate online culture. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #SocialMedia #AI #Floodify #JustinBieber #EricAdams #Algorithms #InternetCulture #PoliticalMedia #FakeViral
Hour 1 opens with Dan Buck, Kim St. Onge, and Ethan Bright filling in for Marc Cox and immediately diving into culture war flashpoints surrounding women's sports, abortion politics, and conservative activism following a Missouri Right to Life event featuring Riley Gaines. The conversation highlights Gaines' warning against conservative complacency while also celebrating Jordy Bahl as an example of traditional female athletic leadership in modern sports culture. The hour then pivots into an extended breakdown of the Chicago Bears potentially abandoning Illinois, with sharp criticism aimed at J. B. Pritzker and Chicago leadership over soaring taxes, stalled stadium negotiations, sanctuary city spending, and economic decline pushing major organizations toward states like Indiana. In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim exposes the growing industry behind fake viral content, AI-driven engagement, bot amplification, and manipulated social media popularity tied to influencers, politics, and entertainment, including references to Justin Bieber and online political campaigns. The hour closes with a heated debate over comments from Jeff Bezos suggesting lower-income Americans should pay no federal taxes, leading into broader arguments about government dependency, taxpayer burdens, progressive economics, and fears of expanding state control over daily life. Guests: None Hashtags: #RileyGaines #ChicagoBears #IllinoisPolitics #JeffBezos #JordyBahl #AI #SocialMedia #Taxes #WomenSports #ConservativeTalk
Dan Buck, Kim St. Onge, and Ethan Bright are joined by Ross Marchand, executive director of the Taxpayer Protection Alliance, for a deep dive into rising auto insurance premiums and the role of litigation tied to ride-sharing services. The discussion centers on what Marchand describes as a “tort tax,” where attorneys pursue lawsuits against companies like Uber and Lyft even when individual drivers are at fault, driving up settlement costs that are ultimately passed on to consumers through higher insurance and ride-share prices. Marchand explains that lawmakers are now considering extending liability protections—similar to those granted to rental car companies under the Graves Amendment—to ride-share platforms, with the goal of reducing litigation-driven costs. The conversation highlights how legal strategies target corporations with deeper pockets, leading to higher premiums for everyday drivers and families, with Missouri cited as a state seeing thousands of dollars in added annual insurance costs per household. The segment also touches on driverless vehicle policy challenges, including how autonomous fleets like Waymo complicate traditional liability frameworks, and briefly addresses uninsured motorists as another factor contributing to rising insurance expenses. Hashtags: #AutoInsurance #Uber #Lyft #Waymo #TortReform #TransportationPolicy #Missouri #RideShare #Economy #ConservativeTalk
This segment of The Buck Stops Here features Dan Buck reacting to the lack of mainstream media coverage of a large pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C., followed by a shift into political commentary on media bias and selective reporting. The conversation moves into entertainment-style political satire, highlighting an AI-generated parody song tied to the Los Angeles mayoral race featuring figures like Karen Bass, Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, and Nancy Pelosi. The discussion then pivots sharply to alleged large-scale fraud in government programs, with Buck focusing on Minnesota's “Feeding Our Future” scandal, a reported $250 million scheme involving fraudulent meal claims through sham nonprofits. He argues that systemic fraud of this scale requires institutional complicity and criticizes oversight failures at both state and federal levels, citing whistleblowers and investigative reporting that suggest political connections and possible involvement by elected officials. The segment closes with broader claims that fraud networks may span multiple states and parties, while emphasizing the need for criminal accountability at higher levels of government rather than only targeting lower-level offenders. Hashtags: #DanBuck #TheBuckStopsHere #FraudScandal #Minnesota #FeedingOurFuture #GovernmentWaste #WashingtonDC #MediaBias #LosAngelesMayorRace #AIPArody #Accountability
Hour 3 opens with active severe weather coverage as a tornado warning is issued for Pike County, with storm cells tracking across central and eastern Missouri near Troy, Warrenton, and Hermann and expected to bring widespread rain and thunderstorms through the region. The hour moves into Missouri legislative session analysis, emphasizing major outcomes including a proposed income tax ballot measure, the shift of school board elections from April to November to increase turnout and reshape local political dynamics, juvenile justice and sentencing reforms, weaponized drone bans, major budget cuts, and economic development incentives aimed at revitalizing downtown St. Louis through redevelopment of vacant properties. Political discussion continues with commentary on national GOP dynamics, including Bill Cassidy's defeat and mounting pressure on Thomas Massie in his Kentucky primary as part of a broader realignment within the party. The hour also features an interview with Dan Buck, who discusses alleged large-scale fraud in government programs—particularly Minnesota's “Feeding Our Future” scandal—arguing that systemic fraud requires institutional complicity and highlighting whistleblower claims and investigative reporting suggesting political connections. The final segment, Kim on a Whim, covers a new push by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro in Washington, D.C. to prosecute parents under curfew and delinquency statutes following a violent teen fight at a Chipotle, expanding into a broader debate over juvenile crime, parental responsibility, and enforcement gaps in major cities. Hashtags: #Weather #PikeCounty #MissouriPolitics #LegislativeSession #SchoolBoardElections #DanBuck #FraudScandal #Minnesota #FeedingOurFuture #GOP #ThomasMassie #DCCrime #JeaninePirro #JuvenileJustice #StLouis #StormUpdate
Hour 1 opens with studio technical chaos and light banter as Marc and Kim navigate microphone issues while preparing to return to their main studio, before shifting into Marc's late-night trip to see Triumph's reunion show at Hollywood Casino Amphitheater. The conversation quickly turns political, with discussion of Donald Trump's continued influence inside the GOP, including pressure on Thomas Massie and Senator Bill Cassidy's primary defeat tied to his impeachment vote, alongside broader concerns about Iran escalation, gas prices, and ongoing election integrity investigations tied to 2020. Kim on a Whim explores deeper cultural concerns about declining birth rates, dating app culture, AI relationships, and weakening social structures. The hour closes with a rundown of Missouri's legislative victories, including tax reform efforts, school choice expansion, criminal justice changes, and conservative policy wins framed as a major statewide shift. Hour 2 focuses on severe weather impacting Missouri as storms move toward the St. Louis region, including tornado warnings in Pike County and developing storm lines stretching across the state. The discussion expands into U.S. foreign policy debates over Iran, with arguments over escalation risks versus strategic deterrence, and then shifts to Missouri recovery challenges following tornado damage, including rebuilding delays, insurance friction, and concerns over redevelopment efforts in downtown St. Louis amid crime-related hesitations. The hour also covers cultural debate surrounding a National Mall prayer rally and media criticism over church-state separation arguments, with Marc pushing back on coverage he sees as dismissive of public faith expression. Hour 3 continues live weather coverage as storms intensify across central Missouri while political focus returns to the state legislature's final session outcomes, including ballot measures tied to income tax reform and school board election timing changes designed to increase turnout and reshape local political dynamics. National political developments include GOP infighting and electoral pressure on figures like Thomas Massie, alongside Dan Buck's interview on alleged systemic government fraud, with Minnesota's “Feeding Our Future” scandal cited as an example of large-scale program abuse and institutional failure. The hour concludes with discussion of juvenile crime and a new enforcement push in Washington, D.C., where prosecutors are targeting parents under curfew and delinquency laws following violent teen incidents, sparking broader debate about accountability and urban crime. Hour 4 opens with continued storm tracking across Missouri before moving into a strong reaction segment with former Francis Howell School Board member Jane Puszkar, who praises the shift of St. Charles County school board elections to November as a major turnout game-changer. Missouri Lt. Gov. David Wasinger follows, outlining a packed ballot season featuring income tax proposals, abortion-related Amendment 3 timing decisions, initiative petition reform, and redistricting disputes, while also addressing storm impacts and controversy surrounding H1B hiring practices at state institutions like Mizzou. The hour then pivots to sports with Tom Ackerman, who breaks down the viral “tarps off” movement at Busch Stadium, where Cardinals fans created a coordinated, high-energy section that energized both players and stadium atmosphere, alongside PGA Championship highlights and upcoming regional sports developments. The show closes with continued storm updates and commentary on a controversial New York church posting anti-ICE messaging, framed as part of broader national tensions over immigration enforcement and public discourse. Hashtags: #Storms #MissouriPolitics #DonaldTrump #GOP #ThomasMassie #BillCassidy #Iran #ElectionIntegrity #MissouriLegislature #SchoolBoardElections #StCharlesCounty #KimOnAWhim #BirthRate #CultureWar #DanBuck #Fraud #Minnesota #Feed ...
Dan Buck joins the segment to introduce a new format for his “Buck Stops Here” commentary, starting each appearance with a featured independent music clip, this time spotlighting rapper Tom McDonald and his track “Anti,” which he describes as a critique of Hollywood and political culture. The discussion expands into broader cultural and political themes, including criticism of progressive policies in blue states, with claims that high taxes and expanded government programs are driving a migration of people and businesses toward lower-tax states like Texas, Florida, and Tennessee. The conversation explores whether that trend reflects unintended consequences or deliberate political strategy, including concerns about long-term fiscal collapse and potential federal bailouts. The segment closes with a lighter exchange about music tastes and the surprising popularity of the band Bring Me the Horizon among younger fans, before teasing upcoming discussion on family policy and accountability in the Trump administration. Hashtags: #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #TomMcDonald #BlueStateExodus #Texas #Florida #Tennessee #PoliticalCommentary #MusicDiscussion #MorningShowPolitics
Hour 1 opens with Mother's Day weekend recaps, including a concert featuring Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, before shifting into escalating tensions with Iran tied to the Strait of Hormuz and concerns over rising gas prices. The discussion frames Trump's Iran strategy as necessary toughness while expanding into a broader cultural critique sparked by Bill Maher's comments on entitlement, victimhood, and political anger in modern America. The hour also revisits COVID-era distrust in institutions, criticism of “trust the science” messaging, and skepticism toward pharmaceutical and healthcare systems, before closing on lighter entertainment culture talk around Bring Me the Horizon concerts and rising ticket prices. Hour 2 continues international focus with U.S.–Iran and China leverage discussions, alongside criticism of Mark Kelly's remarks on military readiness. Domestic issues dominate the middle of the hour with childcare protests framed as politically driven debates over family policy, while St. Louis topics include crime concerns, civic tech responses, and speculation around Steve Savard's media role. The hour ends with financial reporting on AI-driven market gains, retail strategy shifts, and broader economic anxiety signals in consumer behavior. Hour 3 pivots into media fear critiques over a reported hantavirus case, then moves into major legal analysis with Hans von Spakovsky on redistricting battles across multiple states and Voting Rights Act interpretations. Cultural politics take center stage with Dan Buck's “Buck Stops Here” music segment featuring Tom McDonald's “Anti,” sparking debate over censorship and political messaging in entertainment. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” focused on proposed federal action revoking passports for individuals with unpaid child support and the tension between enforcement and personal rights. Hour 4 opens with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway detailing legal battles over control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Board, kratom enforcement actions, and ongoing election integrity efforts tied to voter roll audits. The conversation shifts into the same passport-child support policy debate before moving into sports with Tom Ackerman, who breaks down a tough Cardinals loss to the Padres, Missouri State's major hire of Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte, and a strong weekend for local teams including the Battlehawks. The show closes with political commentary arguing Democrats are positioning to reverse Trump-era policies while downplaying economic developments like the Granite City Steel reopening and broader manufacturing gains. Hashtags: #BillMaher #Trump #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #CultureWar #COVID19 #TrustTheScience #BringMeTheHorizon #MarkKelly #Childcare #SteveSavard #StLouis #Hantavirus #Redistricting #VotingRightsAct #HansVonSpakovsky #TomMcDonald #KimOnAWhim #CatherineHanaway #ElectionIntegrity #Cardinals #TomAckerman #RyanLochte #Battlehawks #GraniteCitySteel #Politics #Economy #MorningRadio
Hour 3 opens with a pushback against alarming media coverage of a reported hantavirus case, arguing the risk is being overstated and not comparable to COVID-era fears. The show then pivots to a detailed legal breakdown with Hans von Spakovsky on redistricting fights in Tennessee, Alabama, and Virginia, focusing on how courts are reshaping Voting Rights Act interpretations and rejecting flawed mapping efforts. In the middle of the hour, Dan Buck introduces a new Buck Stops Here music feature centered on Tom McDonald's “Anti,” sparking a broader debate about censorship, culture wars, and political messaging in music. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” reacting to a proposed policy to revoke or deny passports for individuals with unpaid child support, weighing enforcement practicality against government overreach and existing collection mechanisms. Hashtags: #Hantavirus #Redistricting #VotingRightsAct #HansVonSpakovsky #CultureWar #TomMcDonald #KimOnAWhim #ChildSupport #PassportPolicy #LegalDebate #Politics
Dan Buck joins fresh off a Derby party win to pivot into a wide-ranging breakdown of the Iran conflict and its global economic implications. He argues the administration is playing a long-term strategic game by tightening pressure on Iran's oil exports, weakening OPEC's influence, and reshaping global energy markets in favor of U.S. and allied producers. Dan outlines how reduced Iranian output could shift oil demand toward the U.S. and partners like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, potentially accelerating a broader realignment of global supply chains and pricing power. The discussion frames the Strait of Hormuz vulnerability as a catalyst for pipeline expansion and alternative shipping routes, with Dan emphasizing a long-view geopolitical strategy that prioritizes energy independence and market control over short-term political criticism. Hashtags: #DanBuck #IranConflict #OPEC #EnergyPolicy #OilMarkets #Geopolitics #StraitOfHormuz #USEnergy #GlobalEconomy #TheBuckStopsHere
Hour 3 opens with light Star Wars-themed banter before moving into a packed mix of national and local issues. Hans von Spakovsky breaks down the legal and constitutional debate over War Powers authority in relation to Iran, arguing presidents of both parties have historically stretched congressional limits while enforcement remains largely theoretical. The conversation also touches on election integrity concerns tied to voter registration systems and allegations of multi-state voting. Dan Buck delivers an extended analysis of global energy dynamics, framing U.S. strategy around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as part of a broader effort to weaken OPEC's control and expand Western production capacity. The hour closes with a local focus on St. Louis population loss and downtown decline, debating whether incentive programs like paying remote workers to relocate could realistically reverse long-term urban shrinkage or whether public safety and core services remain the central obstacle. Hashtags: #MayThe4th #IranConflict #WarPowers #HansVonSpakovsky #DanBuck #OPEC #EnergyMarkets #StLouis #PopulationDecline #UrbanPolicy
Hour 4 continues with Dan Buck sitting in as Colby Barrett, a former U.S. Marine captain turned filmmaker, joins to discuss his documentary “Faith Under Siege,” which examines alleged targeted attacks on Christian communities in Ukraine during the ongoing war. Barrett describes reporting on destroyed churches, killed clergy, and what he characterizes as a disproportionate impact on Protestant and Catholic communities in Russian-occupied regions, citing figures of hundreds of churches damaged or destroyed and dozens of religious leaders killed. He argues the pattern reflects intentional targeting tied to broader Russian ideological positioning against Western religious institutions, referencing Russian state-linked conferences and statements framing the conflict as a broader cultural and spiritual war. The discussion expands into global religious persecution trends, comparisons to other conflict zones, and why these stories receive limited mainstream coverage. Barrett also highlights efforts to document the situation through his film and directs listeners to resources supporting reconstruction efforts for damaged churches and affected communities in Ukraine. Hashtags: #Hour4 #ColbyBarrett #FaithUnderSiege #UkraineWar #ReligiousFreedom #ChristianPersecution #Documentary #Geopolitics #HumanRights #Ukraine
Hour 4 wraps the show with Dan Buck filling in alongside Kim and Ethan, beginning with updated storm tracking and shifting severe weather concerns across the region. Griff Jenkins joins to give a firsthand account of the White House Correspondents Dinner security breach, describing the chaos inside the ballroom, the rapid Secret Service response, and the broader questions now emerging about event security, DHS classification standards, and whether high-level officials should ever be gathered in a single unsecured environment. The conversation then shifts internationally as former Marine Colby Barrett discusses his documentary Faith Under Siege, detailing alleged Russian targeting of Christian communities in Ukraine, destruction of churches, and escalating religious persecution tied to the broader war strategy. Tom Ackerman follows with a wide-ranging sports segment covering the NFL Draft's impact on St. Louis prospects, the Chiefs' trade-up debate, Cardinals roster inconsistency and pitching concerns, the Battlehawks' continued local relevance, and early World Cup ticket pricing pressures paired with strong regional soccer demand. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” where a controversial brewery social media post referencing political violence sparks heated debate over free speech boundaries, rage-bait marketing, and the growing normalization of extreme rhetoric in American culture. Hashtags: #Hour4 #GriffJenkins #ColbyBarrett #TomAckerman #KimOnAWhim #WhiteHouseSecurity #UkraineWar #FaithUnderSiege #Cardinals #NFLDraft #Battlehawks #WorldCup2026 #FreeSpeech #CultureWar #StLouisTalk
Hour 1 opens with Dan Buck tracking a dangerous severe storm system threatening St. Louis, triggering hail, tornado warnings, flooding concerns, and widespread early school dismissals, alongside debate over whether closures reflect safety or liability-driven decisions. The hour also launches the “St. Louis Morning Brief” and shifts into national security coverage involving a reported armed attack plot tied to the White House Correspondents Dinner, raising questions about radicalization, suspect background, and protection of federal officials. Kim on a Whim adds a cultural turn with discussion of America's 250th anniversary, national identity, and symbolic debates over language and patriotism, before closing on accusations from exiled Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi that Western media ignores atrocities in Iran while focusing blame on the U.S. and Israel. Hour 2 continues storm disruptions and local safety concerns while expanding on the White House security scare, including manifesto details, breach analysis, and emergency response questions, plus the Six Flags juvenile violence incident driving renewed youth safety debate. It also includes market and economy coverage with layoffs and travel cost spikes, and wraps with viral global stories involving humanoid robots, UFC venue controversy, and unusual public safety trends. Hour 3 intensifies with ongoing storm coverage and emergency alert failures, then pivots to assassination plot legal analysis involving federal charges and conspiracy statutes, followed by constitutional debate with Hans von Spakovsky on free speech limits and incitement, alongside maritime law tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The hour also examines media controversy over a 60 Minutes interview with President Trump and concludes with Indiana's “success sequence” education law sparking debate over family structure, poverty, and welfare incentives. Hour 4 wraps the show with Griff Jenkins detailing firsthand chaos at the White House Correspondents Dinner security breach, followed by Colby Barrett's Ukraine documentary Faith Under Siege highlighting alleged targeting of Christian communities by Russian forces. Tom Ackerman delivers a full sports breakdown including NFL Draft reactions, Cardinals roster inconsistency and pitching concerns, Battlehawks momentum, and World Cup pricing pressures, before “Kim on a Whim” closes the show with backlash over a brewery's controversial social media post referencing political violence and the broader debate over free speech and cultural boundaries. Hashtags: #Hour1 #Hour2 #Hour3 #Hour4 #StLouisWeather #StormCoverage #WhiteHouseSecurity #DanBuck #KimOnAWhim #HansVonSpakovsky #GriffJenkins #ColbyBarrett #TomAckerman #Cardinals #NFLDraft #Battlehawks #FreeSpeech #CultureWar #Iran #Ukraine #BreakingNews #StLouisTalk
Hour 1 opens with Dan Buck filling in as the crew tracks a dangerous storm system moving toward the St. Louis region, with warnings of hail, tornadoes, flooding rain, and multiple school districts announcing early dismissals that spark debate over whether students are safer staying in school than being sent into severe weather. The hour also launches the new “St. Louis Morning Brief” focused on major local headlines. National politics dominate the middle of the hour with discussion of a reported armed attack plot tied to the White House Correspondents Dinner, security concerns surrounding Donald Trump, and broader concerns about radicalization after reports the suspect was a former teacher. Kim on a Whim then pivots to patriotism and America's upcoming 250th birthday with debate over renaming English to “American,” neighborhood flag culture, and national identity. The hour closes with sharp criticism of global media coverage of Iran as exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi accuses journalists of ignoring mass killings of protesters and political prisoners while focusing blame on the United States and Israel. Hashtags: #Hour1 #StLouisWeather #StormAlert #DanBuck #WhiteHouseCorrespondentsDinner #Trump #America250 #KimOnAWhim #Iran #RezaPahlavi #MediaBias #SchoolClosures**
Hour 1 shifts to Kim on a Whim as Kim explores a proposal from writer Rob Lockwood calling for the United States to officially rename its language from English to “American” ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, sparking a lively debate about patriotism, national identity, and whether Donald Trump could enact the change by executive order or Congress would need to codify it. Dan Buck expands the conversation into plans for a neighborhood American flag campaign in St. Charles to celebrate the anniversary, while criticizing displays of anti-American symbolism and damaged flags left flying. The segment then turns into a broader discussion about political intolerance, neighborhood tensions, and what the hosts describe as hypocrisy surrounding free speech, patriotism, and reactions to conservative viewpoints. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #America250 #AmericanLanguage #Patriotism #Flags #StCharles #DonaldTrump #FreeSpeech #NationalIdentity #CultureDebate
Hour 2 continues with Dan Buck filling in as severe storms threaten the St. Louis region, prompting lightning-related fire reports, early school dismissals, and ongoing debate over whether districts are overreacting due to liability concerns as parents scramble to adjust schedules. The hour's national focus returns to the reported armed attack attempt tied to the White House Correspondents Dinner, with discussion of the suspect's manifesto, security response, and questions about how he breached initial checkpoints before being stopped inside the venue. Locally, the new “St Louis Morning Brief” segment debuts, highlighting a chaotic Six Flags opening weekend marked by large juvenile fights and renewed efforts by city and county leaders to address rising youth violence ahead of summer. The hour also features Nicole Murray covering mixed market activity, major corporate layoffs including Nike in St. Charles County, rising vacation costs, and a discussion on solo international travel trends. It closes with “In Other News,” shifting to viral humanoid robot performances in Tokyo, debate over UFC potentially being hosted at Wrigley Field, bizarre global mishaps, rising snakebite deaths in California, and a look at MLB fan behavior rankings. Hashtags: #Hour2 #StLouisWeather #StormAlert #WhiteHouseSecurity #SixFlags #YouthViolence #NicoleMurray #Markets #TravelCosts #Robotics #UFC #MLB #DanBuck
Hour 2 features the debut of St Louis Morning Brief, a new daily segment focused on the biggest local stories driving conversation across the region. Kim highlights chaos at Six Flags St. Louis after opening weekend was cut short when fights involving roughly 100 juveniles reportedly broke out, leading to police intervention and park closure. Dan Buck and Kim question parental supervision, youth behavior, and whether current prevention strategies led by city and county officials will produce real results. The segment also returns to severe weather concerns as multiple school districts announce early dismissals and after-school cancellations, prompting frustration over the burden placed on working parents and skepticism that liability fears may be driving administrative decisions more than actual storm timing. Hashtags: #StLouisMorningBrief #SixFlagsStLouis #StLouis #StormAlert #SchoolClosures #DanBuck #KimStOnge #YouthViolence #LocalNews #WeatherChaos
Hour 3 opens with escalating tension involving the U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel and speculation about potential strikes on Iranian infrastructure as political pressure builds over nuclear negotiations and congressional limits on military action. The discussion shifts domestically to the St. Charles City Council race, where candidate Chris Kyle describes an unprecedented outcome: a one-vote margin overturned by recount into a tie, forcing a winner-takes-all random draw to decide the seat. The hour then moves into a heated interview with Dan Buck, who raises claims about a former Cleveland Clinic medical director criticizing vaccine education, alleged financial incentives tied to vaccination compliance, and broader concerns about informed consent and pediatric practice policies. The closing segment, Kim on a Whim, focuses on backlash over a Nike Boston Marathon sign and the rise of “pace shaming” complaints, blending humor and criticism of over-sensitivity in sports culture and corporate responses. Hashtags: #Iran #NationalSecurity #StCharles #ElectionTie #Vaccines #MedicalEthics #BostonMarathon #Nike #CultureDebate #Politics
Dan Buck raises concerns about what he describes as a little-reported press conference from former Cleveland Clinic medical director Dr. Daniel Neides, who allegedly criticized modern medical education on vaccines, questioned industry influence, and expressed regret over how patients are informed about vaccine risks. The conversation expands into broader claims about financial incentives tied to vaccine compliance in pediatric practices, with assertions that some doctors may be rewarded for following full immunization schedules and that patients can be dismissed for refusing them. Kim and the host connect this to real-world frustrations, including a listener experience involving being removed from a pediatric practice after declining parts of the vaccine schedule. The discussion also touches on insurance entanglements, access to children's medical records through systems like MyChart at age 12, and concerns over parental control, medical transparency, and informed consent. Hashtags: #Vaccines #Healthcare #MedicalEthics #PharmaIncentives #InformedConsent #Parenting #MyChart #HealthPolicy
Hour 3 opens with a studio throwback moment involving a broken air vent cover that reignites an old studio cold-air issue before shifting into breaking international coverage of the U.S. naval blockade plan near Iran, with ongoing uncertainty about minesweeping operations and difficulty reaching Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson for live updates from the region. Segment 2 continues the Middle East focus, with discussion of blockade timing, oil flow disruption, and strategic control of the Strait of Hormuz, alongside political fallout in the U.S. including the collapse of Rep. Eric Swalwell's governor bid and resurfaced allegations tied to his personal conduct. Segment 3 features guest commentary from Dan Buck on widespread immigration protests across Europe—including Ireland, England, Germany, and Japan—framed as rising resistance to migration policy and cultural strain, with debate over whether Western governments are already past a tipping point and comparisons drawn to U.S. urban politics like New York's direction under progressive leadership. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” where Kim St. Onge criticizes a controversial AI-generated Truth Social image of Donald Trump depicted in a Jesus-like healing pose, calling it an unforced political and religious misstep that has even divided some supporters, and arguing that leaders must be held accountable even by their own base. Hashtags: #Hour3 #IranBlockade #StraitOfHormuz #EuropeProtests #ImmigrationCrisis #Swalwell #DanBuck #KimOnAWhim #Trump #PoliticalCommentary
Dan Buck argues that large-scale immigration protests across Europe—including in countries like Ireland, England, Germany, and even Japan—signal deep public frustration over migration policy, cultural change, and economic strain. He claims the demonstrations reflect citizens pushing back against government immigration policies and warns the situation may already be beyond repair in parts of Europe, suggesting the U.S. could follow a similar path without stronger border control. The conversation escalates into debate over whether unrest could evolve further, with Dan and the hosts joking about “civil war” rhetoric being more online fantasy than real-world likelihood, while stressing concerns about social fragmentation. The segment closes with comparisons to U.S. politics, referencing figures like Zoran Mamdani's socialist agenda in New York and broader warnings about Western political instability if immigration and assimilation challenges are not addressed.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck react to the dramatic rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran and break down key Election Day issues, including local tax measures and school board races. Guests Matt Losse and Andrew Harding join the show to discuss education policy, national security, and global tensions. The hour also includes a preview of the NCAA Championship, featuring St. Louis native Tarris Reed Jr.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck take a deep dive into Election Day issues, urging listeners to pay attention to local races that directly impact taxes, schools, and community leadership. The conversation focuses heavily on property tax freeze and cap measures, fire and EMS sales tax proposals, and key school board elections across the region. Hans von Spakovsky joins the show to break down major Supreme Court cases, including the ongoing debate over birthright citizenship and a significant free speech ruling involving counseling laws. Matt Losse discusses his campaign for the Kirkwood School Board, emphasizing fiscal responsibility, parent rights, and concerns about union-backed candidate slates. Andrew Harding provides insight into a dramatic U.S. airman rescue in Iran, explaining the broader national security implications, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and what the operation signals to NATO allies and China. Dennis Ganahl outlines why he supports property tax limits and warns voters about what he describes as excessive local tax increases, particularly in fire and EMS districts. Tom Ackerman wraps up the show with a full sports breakdown, including the St. Louis Blues' playoff push, the NCAA Championship matchup between Michigan and UConn, and the evolving NIL landscape in college athletics. He also shares early impressions of the Cardinals season, highlighting improved approach at the plate and the continued development of Jordan Walker. The show also highlights one of the most compelling stories in college basketball, as St. Louis native Tarris Reed Jr. emerges as a key player for UConn while openly sharing how his faith in Jesus Christ transformed his life and mindset on and off the court.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck cover the dramatic U.S. airman rescue in Iran, major local tax issues ahead of Election Day, and continued debate over fire and EMS tax proposals. Dennis Ganahl joins to break down property tax freezes and why he urges a YES vote on tax limits and NO on new taxes. Tom Ackerman also joins to discuss the Blues' playoff push, the NCAA Championship, and early takeaways from the Cardinals season, including Jordan Walker's development.
Tom Ackerman joins Marc Cox and Dan Buck to break down the Blues' playoff push, the NCAA Championship matchup between Michigan and UConn, and the evolving NIL landscape in college sports. He also shares early impressions of the Cardinals, including Jordan Walker's development and the team's strong start to the season.
Dan Buck highlights St. Louis native Tarris Reed Jr.'s breakout run with UConn, focusing on his journey from struggles at Michigan to becoming a dominant force. Reed shares how his faith in Jesus Christ transformed his mindset and life as he heads into the national championship.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck cover a dramatic U.S. rescue mission in Iran, major Supreme Court cases with Hans von Spakovsky, and a new executive order aimed at reshaping college sports through NIL, transfers, and eligibility rules. The hour also includes local political discussion, market updates with Nicole Murray, and a mix of trending “Other News” stories.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck break down Election Day issues, focusing on local fire and EMS tax proposals and key school board races. The hour also includes media criticism, national headlines, and a powerful segment on St. Louis native Tarris Reed Jr., highlighting his faith and journey to the national championship.
Marc Cox and Dan Buck interview Congressman Eric Burleson about the ongoing DHS funding debate, the latest reconciliation strategies, and Republican efforts to prioritize ICE and CBP funding while sidelining Democratic provisions. The discussion pivots to UFOs and UAPs, with Burleson addressing comments from Congressman Tim Burchett and detailing briefings he has received, including recently declassified files and ongoing investigations. While Burleson remains skeptical about definitive proof of extraterrestrial life, he underscores the seriousness of the phenomenon and the need for government transparency. Hashtags: #EricBurleson #DHSFunding #ICE #CBP #Reconciliation #TimBurchett #UFOs #UAP #Congress #MarcCox
In “The Buck Stops Here,” Dan Buck joins Marc Cox to spotlight what they call major Democratic Party flip-flops, focusing on birthright citizenship and immigration policy. Buck plays archival clips from Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, and Chuck Schumer showing past Democratic opposition to illegal immigration and automatic citizenship, contrasting those positions with current criticism of Donald Trump. The conversation expands into judicial politics, blaming Reid's removal of the filibuster for judges during the Barack Obama era for today's polarized courts, while also discussing assimilation debates referenced by Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton and broader claims that modern Democratic policy positions are driven primarily by opposition to Trump. Hashtags: #MarcCox #DanBuck #TheBuckStopsHere #BirthrightCitizenship #Immigration #HarryReid #NancyPelosi #ChuckSchumer #DonaldTrump #BarackObama #BillClinton #HillaryClinton #JudicialPolitics #Filibuster #SupremeCourt
Marc Cox highlights the tragic death of former KSDK multimedia journalist Casey Grelle, who was killed when a tourist bus overturned in the mountains of Peru during a family trip originating from Nicaragua. Cox and Dan Buck discuss the crash that left multiple passengers dead and injured, including Grelle's son, who was airlifted back to the United States in critical condition. The segment also notes her career shift from television reporting to launching a successful digital company after earning an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis, while raising concerns about limited media coverage, potential liability for the tour company, and a GoFundMe shared by former colleague Casey Nolen to support the family amid mounting medical and financial challenges. Hashtags: #MarcCox #DanBuck #CaseyGrelle #KSDK #PeruCrash #Nicaragua #BreakingNews #StLouis #GoFundMe #TravelSafety #BusCrash #WashingtonUniversity #CaseyNolen
Hour 2 dives into unexplained disappearances of U.S. scientists tied to NASA and advanced research, with Marc Cox and Dan Buck connecting reports from Will Kane and shocking admissions from Congressman Tim Burchett about top-secret knowledge of extraterrestrials. Nicole Murray joins to share her belief that aliens are already among us, blending humor and speculation before shifting to business and lifestyle news, including Sam's Club raising membership fees, the death of Sugar the surfing dog, and a daring kangaroo escape in Wisconsin. The hour blends high-stakes intrigue with quirky human-interest stories, all leading into a preview of a conversation with Congressman Eric Burleson on UFO disclosures. Hashtags: #USScientistsMissing #NASA #TimBurchett #UFOs #NicoleMurray #Sam'sClub #SugarTheSurfingDog #KangarooEscape #MarcCox #DanBuck
The April 3rd Good Friday show with Marc Cox opens with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Onge, covering DOJ leadership speculation involving Todd Blanche and Lee Zeldin, Democratic flip-flops on birthright citizenship, and the tragic Peru bus crash claiming former KSDK journalist Casey Grelle. Hour 2 shifts to high-stakes intrigue with missing U.S. scientists, UFO insights from Nicole Murray, and quirky stories like a kangaroo escape and Sugar the surfing dog. Hour 3 focuses on NATO strategy with Jim Carafano, federal legal shakeups, and Democratic hypocrisy on immigration and court-packing debates. Hour 4 explores Hollywood cancel culture through the Timothy Busfield case, Missouri's November Amendment 3 pro-life vote with Steve Rupp and Riley Gaines, Tiger Woods' car accident, and a detailed local voter guide highlighting school board and tax-related endorsements. Hashtags: #MarcCox #DanBuck #KimStOnge #ToddBlanche #LeeZeldin #PamBondi #EricSwalwell #RonJohnson #ChipRoy #BirthrightCitizenship #CaseyGrelle #PeruCrash #USScientistsMissing #UFOs #NicoleMurray #NATO #JimCarafano #Hollywood #TimothyBusfield #MelissaGilbert #CancelCulture #Amendment3 #ProLife #RileyGaines #TigerWoods #MissouriElections #SchoolBoard #VoterGuide #PropertyTaxes
Marc Cox and Dan Buck dive into a heated debate after Jaden Ivey is reportedly released by the Chicago Bulls following social media comments criticizing LGBTQ Pride messaging based on his Christian beliefs. The hosts outline Ivey's connection to St. Louis through his mother, Niele Ivey of University of Notre Dame women's basketball, while arguing the move raises questions about free speech, religious expression, and double standards in the National Basketball Association. They compare the situation to past player discipline, reference Colin Kaepernick, and suggest a potential legal challenge, framing the decision as a broader cultural flashpoint over faith, politics, and professional sports. Hashtags: #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #NBA #ReligiousFreedom #FreeSpeech #LGBTQDebate #SportsControversy #MarcCoxMorningShow
Marc Cox opens the show with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Ange, recounting a heated St. Charles County Council meeting where anti-ICE protesters opposed a new law enforcement cooperation agreement that ultimately passed unanimously 7–0. The hour shifts to Cardinals early-season optimism and a surprise Edgar Renteria autograph before “The Buck Stops Here” spotlights controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey's reported release from the Chicago Bulls following faith-based criticism of LGBTQ Pride messaging, sparking debate over religious freedom and free speech in professional sports. The hour wraps with outrage over Providence officials calling for removal of a mural honoring a murdered Ukrainian immigrant, with Cox and Buck questioning political double standards and cultural priorities. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #DanBuck #StCharlesCounty #ICE #ImmigrationPolicy #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #Providence #MuralControversy #FreeSpeech
Marc Cox opens the show with Dan Buck filling in for Kim St. Ange, covering St. Charles County's heated council meeting and unanimous approval of an ICE cooperation agreement despite anti-ICE protests. Hour 1 shifts to Cardinals early-season optimism and the controversy surrounding Jaden Ivey's release from the Chicago Bulls for criticizing NBA Pride Month, sparking debate on religious freedom and workplace rights. Hour 2 celebrates the reopening of Granite City Steel's blast furnace, ties the revival to Trump-era policies, and walks through the April Mark Cox Voter Guide, emphasizing conservative school board races and NEA influence. Hour 3 examines NYC daycare policy with Todd Pyro, Virginia gun law changes with Louis Valdez, and continues discussion of Jaden Ivey's firing. Hour 4 focuses on St. Charles County property tax debates, featuring Steve Ehlmann defending ICE cooperation, Ryan Wiggins analyzing Florida and Missouri property tax issues, and a detailed look at Proposition RT, showing how it empowers homeowners and limits future assessment hikes. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #DanBuck #StCharlesCounty #ICE #JadenIvey #ChicagoBulls #ReligiousFreedom #GraniteCitySteel #MarkCoxVoterGuide #SchoolBoardElections #ToddPyro #LouisValdez #VirginiaGunLaw #PropertyTaxes #PropRT #RyanWiggins #LocalPolitics #TaxPolicy
Marc Cox hosts Dan Buck to break down Charles Barkley's controversial pregame comments on immigration during the Final Four coverage. They dissect Barkley's criticism of ICE and the Trump administration, contrasting it with his previous stances on law and order. Cox and Buck argue for distinguishing legal immigrants from illegal entrants, highlighting the fairness and process of U.S. immigration. The conversation also touches on the frustration of politics creeping into sports commentary and reinforces the importance of respecting those who follow legal immigration channels. The segment closes with a preview of Dan Buck filling in for Kim during the upcoming Easter weekend. Hashtags: #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #ImmigrationDebate #LegalImmigration #SportsPolitics #FinalFour #TheBuckStopsHere
Marc Cox opens Hour 3 with Fort Zumwalt school board candidate Mark Pratt, discussing low voter turnout, the NEA endorsement, school safety, curriculum oversight, and the importance of informed voting. The hour continues with Dan Buck on The Buck Stops Here, dissecting Charles Barkley's controversial immigration rant during March Madness and emphasizing the distinction between legal and illegal immigration. Kim closes the hour with Kim on a Whim, analyzing Drusky's viral video parodying Erica Kirk, calling out racial double standards in comedy, and previewing discussion of Amendment Three and local fire and EMS ballot issues. Hashtags: #MarcPratt #FortZumwalt #SchoolBoard #TheBuckStopsHere #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #ImmigrationDebate #KimOnAWhim #EricaKirk #ViralVideo #MissouriPolitics
Marc Cox opens the show celebrating Illinois' dramatic March Madness comeback and highlights standout performances, while criticizing nationwide “No Kings” protests as the actions of a vocal anti-Trump minority. Hour 1 also examines Kim St. Onge's “Kim on a Whim” segment on AI, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, including companies like RobotLAB and Waymo, alongside economic and community concerns over proposed Missouri data centers and a successful BackStoppers fundraiser in Washington, Missouri. Hour 2 features Hans von Spakovsky analyzing voter ID disputes and previewing the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship case, with Nicole Murray reporting on oil price surges linked to Middle East tensions, Eli Lilly's $2.75B AI-driven drug deal, Mistral's $830M AI data center financing, PS5 and PS5 Pro price increases, and the emergence of self-driving traffic lights. Hour 3 focuses on Fort Zumwalt school board candidate Mark Pratt addressing low voter turnout and NEA endorsements, Dan Buck dissecting Charles Barkley's March Madness immigration comments, and Kim on a Whim reviewing Drusky's viral parody of Erica Kirk, all while previewing Amendment 3 and local fire and EMS ballot issues. Hour 4 features Kathryn Wagner from Her Health Her Future outlining the campaign to overturn Missouri's 2024 Amendment 3 and educate voters for November, Tom Ackerman breaking down March Madness matchups—including Michigan vs. Arizona and Illinois vs. Yukon—celebrating Cardinals rookie J.J. Weatherholt's historic first two MLB games, and assessing the St. Louis Blues' playoff push, and St. Charles County Councilman Joe Brazel discussing the ICE Memorandum of Understanding to streamline officer processing, advocating for moving school board elections to November, and emphasizing voter engagement with the Missouri Voter Guide. Hashtags: #MarcCox #IllinoisBasketball #MarchMadnessComeback #NoKingsProtests #DonaldTrump #KimOnAWhim #AI #Robotics #Waymo #RobotLAB #MissouriDataCenters #BackStoppers #VoterID #BirthrightCitizenship #OilPrices #EliLilly #PS5 #FortZumwalt #SchoolBoard #DanBuck #CharlesBarkley #EricaKirk #Amendment3 #HerHealthHerFuture #ProLifeMovement #StLouisCardinals #JJWeatherholt #StLouisBlues #StCharlesCounty #JoeBrazel #VoterGuide
Dan Buck joins Marc Cox to discuss the imminent deployment of ICE agents to U.S. airports and the broader strategic impact of Trump's policies, framing them as a “counterrevolution” against decades of globalist influence. Buck highlights Trump's dismantling of foreign alliances, green energy agendas, and institutional control, emphasizing the global economic and political disruption this causes. The conversation underscores the magnitude of Trump's efforts compared to historical presidencies, including FDR, and explores the fierce resistance from entrenched institutions, billionaires, and political adversaries. Hashtags: #DanBuck #TrumpCounterrevolution #ICEDeployment #GlobalDisruption #USPolitics #Nationalism #ForeignPolicy #InstitutionalChange #MarcCoxShow
Marc Cox opens with breaking coverage of the LaGuardia plane crash and Trump's temporary Iran truce, highlighting market and oil effects. Heather Overstreet shares her strategy for engaging young Americans in conservative politics and her social media influence. Dan Buck discusses ICE airport deployments and Trump's broader counterrevolution against globalist agendas. Kim on a Whim examines a UK study on COVID vaccinations in children, revealing myocarditis cases and the long-term lessons for public health and schools. Hashtags: #HeatherOverstreet #DanBuck #ICEDeployment #COVIDVaccine #YoungConservatives #MarcCoxShow #TheBuckStopsHere #KimOnAWhim
Marc Cox opens with the deadly LaGuardia Airport crash that killed two pilots and injured others, providing updates on the shutdown and local impacts. Eben Brown joins to report on ICE agents deployed at major airports to assist overburdened TSA staff during spring break travel, explaining how the federal response is unfolding at hubs like Atlanta and Newark. Heather Overstreet discusses her work in conservative media, engaging young Americans in politics and encouraging activism. Dan Buck examines Trump's “counterrevolution,” highlighting efforts to dismantle globalist institutions and reshape U.S. foreign and domestic policy. Tom Ackerman breaks down March Madness upsets and team performances, analyzing SLU, Mizzou, Iowa, Michigan, and Kentucky, and providing insight into mid-major prospects and NCAA dynamics. Kim reports on COVID vaccine studies, emphasizing myocarditis cases in children and critiquing pandemic-era public health decisions. The show concludes with President Trump's Palm Beach press session, covering Joe Kent, Iran, and Robert Mueller, offering unfiltered commentary on current political developments. Hashtags: #LaGuardiaCrash #ICE #TSA #HeatherOverstreet #YoungConservatives #DanBuck #TrumpCounterrevolution #MarchMadness #TomAckerman #COVIDVaccine #Myocarditis #TrumpPressConference #JoeKent #RobertMueller #MarcCox
Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge talk with Dan Buck from The Buck Stops Here about patriotism and the global reach of baseball during the World Baseball Classic. The discussion centers on Team USA's 2–1 win over the Dominican Republic and the pride surrounding pitcher Paul Skenes representing the country on the international stage. Buck also reflects on baseball's spread from the United States to countries like the Dominican Republic and Japan, the passionate international fan support seen in Miami, and how the sport reflects American traditions such as merit, competition, and national pride.
Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge talk with Carl Bearden, Executive Director of United for Missouri, about the proposal to eliminate Missouri's state income tax and the debate among conservatives over how it would work. Dan Buck from The Buck Stops Here joins to discuss patriotism, baseball, and Team USA's win over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. The hour also features Kim on a Whim, where Kim and Marc talk about the future of movie theaters, declining attendance, and how streaming and rising ticket prices are changing movie-going habits.
Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge cover severe storms that knocked out power across Missouri and Illinois, celebrate Mizzou, Illinois, and SLU making the NCAA Tournament, and react to petition controversy at a St. Patrick's Day parade. The show features Kim on a Whim segments on energy costs and the future of movie theaters. Guests include Hans von Spakovsky on the Foreign Agents Registration Act, election law, and national security issues, Dom Savino from This Morning with Gordon Deal on gas prices and economic headlines, and Carl Bearden from United for Missouri discussing the proposal to eliminate the state income tax. Dan Buck joins to talk about patriotism and the World Baseball Classic. Later, Mike Nunnery from the O'Fallon Police Department explains the new Real-Time Information Center and drone response program, while Tom Ackerman breaks down March Madness matchups, Mizzou's home-court opportunity in St. Louis, and the latest from Cardinals spring training. The show also includes In Other News with Kim St. Onge and reactions to pop culture topics including Hollywood awards and Saturday Night Live.
Marc Cox opens Hour 3 reflecting on daylight saving changes and the challenges of resetting household clocks, then introduces Eben Brown to analyze President Trump's Latin America summit targeting drug cartels, border security, and regional cooperation, noting Christy Noem's emerging role. The hour continues with “The Buck Stops Here” featuring Dan Buck dissecting St. Louis city and county mismanagement of the Rams settlement funds, detailing squandered opportunities for long-term economic growth. The segment closes with Kim breaking down the legislative hurdles for the SAVE Act, spotlighting Senate gridlock, reconciliation strategies, and key Republican maneuvers to prioritize voter ID and election reforms, while previewing local events and giveaways. Hashtags: #Trump #LatinAmerica #EbenBrown #DanBuck #RamsMoney #SAVEAct #SenatePolitics #JohnKennedy #JohnThune #KimOnAWhim #StLouis
Dan Buck dissects the misuse and mismanagement of the Rams settlement funds across St. Louis City and County, criticizing elected officials for budget shortfalls, bureaucratic inefficiency, and squandered opportunities. He highlights the original plan by Dave Spence to use the money for low-interest, business-focused economic development loans that could have created perpetual growth, contrasting it with the current Democratic approach of dispersing funds through government programs with little long-term impact. Buck also touches on broader civic issues, including crime, tax increases, and infrastructure decay, illustrating how political dysfunction undermines regional progress. Hashtags: #DanBuck #TheBuckStopsHere #RamsSettlement #StLouis #EconomicDevelopment #GovernmentMismanagement #LocalPolitics #BudgetShortfall #PublicFunds #SmallBusiness
The March 9th show opens with Marc Cox navigating morning chaos and daylight saving mishaps, recapping weekend highlights from Apache Village RV's grand opening to pheasant hunting, and tackling national stories including Tucker Carlson's Iran commentary, the Los Angeles Marathon shortcut controversy, and DHS shutdown impacts with TSA delays and security threats. Hour 2 covers St. Louis heat, Supreme Court updates, Iran tensions, and business oddities with Hans von Spakovsky and Jennifer Scordo discussing trade lawsuits, airline headphone policies, and consumer trends. Hour 3 delves into President Trump's Latin American cartel strategy, Senator John Kennedy on the SAVE Act and filibuster challenges, and Dan Buck critiquing St. Louis' Rams settlement mismanagement. Hour 4 highlights live ISIS-inspired IED threats in New York City, Melissa Oden sharing her abortion survival story and Missouri Right to Life Lobby Day, Tom Ackerman reporting from Cardinals spring training, and global gender-selective abortion statistics, closing with International Women's Day reflections and societal debates. Hashtags: #MorningShow #StLouis #MarathonDebate #DHS #MelissaOden #AbortionSurvivor #Trump #SAVEAct #DanBuck #Cardinals #Terrorism #IEDAttack #InternationalWomensDay #GenderAbortionCrisis #BusinessNews #SupremeCourt