Podcast appearances and mentions of david stokes

David Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 5-7-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Stokes, Elias Tsapelas, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss: the final stretch of Missouri's legislative session, including debates over education funding, Medicaid spending, and the state's overall budget growth. They discuss proposed education reforms, reading instruction standards, and open enrollment. The conversation also covers late-session legislative dealmaking, concerns over tax credit expansions, the pause of St. Louis's transit project, new land bank plans in St. Louis County, and developments in telemedicine and electricity market reforms. Timestamps 00:00 Budget Week: The Countdown Begins 02:57 Legislative Priorities: Education and Medicaid 06:00 Senate Bill 10: A Mixed Bag of Economic Development 09:03 House Bill 660: Local Tax Reforms 11:49 Education Legislation: Open Enrollment and Safety Measures 15:11 Land Banks: A Controversial Expansion 17:58 Telemedicine and Energy Policy: Future Prospects 20:49 Final Thoughts: Legislative Outlook and Community Impact Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

Mike Ferguson in the Morning -State Rep Justin Sparks replay-Are drugs meant to reverse opioid overdoses actually enabling opioid abusers to get higher off of larger dosages?-Elon Musk is transitioning away from D.O.G.E - where do they go from here?-David Stokes of Show Me Institute disapproves of the proposed billion dollar light rail. -Should "justice impacted" people - aka felons - and fatties be added to the list of protected persons? We certainly don't think so. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David rebukes the proposal for a billion dollar light rail to be built in the St. Louis area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 It is Trump’s 100th day in office 16:47 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Mayor Cara Spencer shut down the Building Stabalization Program which forced property owners to pay for repairs they did not approve | Mayor Cara Spencer putting plans for Metro Link green line on hold | David went to Jefferson City yesterday to provide testimony on House Bill 660, which would strengthen protections for taxpayers | Developer Seeks New Sales Tax for Jefferson Arms Project | Follow up on the St. Louis County Council recently passed a bill granting $3.2 million in taxpayer funds to private farmshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:42 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Chris is out today but his sponsor still deserves to have his link here in the show notes. https://www.bridgetonmo.com/directory.aspx?EID=40 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 It is Trump’s 100th day in office 16:47 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Mayor Cara Spencer shut down the Building Stabalization Program which forced property owners to pay for repairs they did not approve | Mayor Cara Spencer putting plans for Metro Link green line on hold | David went to Jefferson City yesterday to provide testimony on House Bill 660, which would strengthen protections for taxpayers | Developer Seeks New Sales Tax for Jefferson Arms Project | Follow up on the St. Louis County Council recently passed a bill granting $3.2 million in taxpayer funds to private farmshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:42 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Chris is out today but his sponsor still deserves to have his link here in the show notes. https://www.bridgetonmo.com/directory.aspx?EID=40 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.

11:05A – 11:22A (17mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss his multi-part series: A Free-Market Guide for Missouri Municipalities? The series offers practical, research-backed guidance on how Missouri cities, towns, and villages can better organize, fund, and operate themselves to serve residents and taxpayers more effectively.Part One: Municipal Organization and StructureExamines how different forms of local government—such as boards of trustees, mayor-council systems, and city managers—impact accountability, efficiency, and service delivery. Part Two: Taxation (Released last week)Analyzes how Missouri municipalities raise revenue and makes the case for shifting away from volatile and distortionary sources like sales and income taxes. It recommends a more balanced, growth-oriented approach centered on property taxes, user fees, and greater transparency in the use of special taxing districts. 11:25 – 11:37 (17mins) NY AG Letitia James Is BIG MAD At The Trump Administration – How Dare They 11:41 – 11:56 (15mins) Weekly Feature: “WHEEL OF AUDIO CLIPS!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11:05A – 11:22A (17mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss his multi-part series: A Free-Market Guide for Missouri Municipalities? The series offers practical, research-backed guidance on how Missouri cities, towns, and villages can better organize, fund, and operate themselves to serve residents and taxpayers more effectively.Part One: Municipal Organization and StructureExamines how different forms of local government—such as boards of trustees, mayor-council systems, and city managers—impact accountability, efficiency, and service delivery. Part Two: Taxation (Released last week)Analyzes how Missouri municipalities raise revenue and makes the case for shifting away from volatile and distortionary sources like sales and income taxes. It recommends a more balanced, growth-oriented approach centered on property taxes, user fees, and greater transparency in the use of special taxing districts. 11:25 – 11:37 (17mins) NY AG Letitia James Is BIG MAD At The Trump Administration – How Dare They 11:41 – 11:56 (15mins) Weekly Feature: “WHEEL OF AUDIO CLIPS!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Pendergrass speaks with David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, about A Free-Market Guide for Missouri Cities, Towns, and Villages, Part Two: Taxation. They discuss Missouri's over-reliance on sales taxes and harmful local income taxes, particularly in St. Louis and Kansas City. Stokes emphasizes the need for a "three-legged stool" approach to municipal funding, where sales taxes, property taxes, and user fees work together to create a more stable and sustainable financial system for Missouri's municipalities. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Municipal Policy Expertise 02:52 Understanding Municipal Policy and Governance 06:12 Local Taxation: Sources and Implications 09:03 The Role of User Fees in Municipal Finance 12:10 Sales Tax Dynamics and Special Taxing Districts 14:47 The Impact of Tax Incentives on Local Development 17:54 Challenges of Property and Personal Property Taxes 20:58 Sales Tax Pooling: A Unique Approach 24:08 Conclusion and Future Directions in Municipal Policy Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Hegseth defending Signal leak | 60 Minutes producer resigns | Nadine Menendez found guilty 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Sinkholes are swallowing St. Louis whole | No Bid, Few Rules – St. Louis County’s $3.2M Grant to Rustic Roots Sanctuary: The St. Louis County Council is weighing a $3.2 million grant to Rustic Roots Sanctuary, an urban farm in Spanish Lake, to address food insecurity. But the proposal is drawing scrutiny: it skips the competitive bidding process, lacks clear spending requirements, and follows previous compliance issues involving zoning and permitting. | St. Louis Officials Push for City Manager System After Electing New Mayor: Just days after St. Louis voters elected a new mayor to fix city services, aldermen are reviving a proposal to shift day-to-day operations to a professional city manager. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 32:53 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ 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 Hegseth defending Signal leak | 60 Minutes producer resigns | Nadine Menendez found guilty 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Sinkholes are swallowing St. Louis whole | No Bid, Few Rules – St. Louis County’s $3.2M Grant to Rustic Roots Sanctuary: The St. Louis County Council is weighing a $3.2 million grant to Rustic Roots Sanctuary, an urban farm in Spanish Lake, to address food insecurity. But the proposal is drawing scrutiny: it skips the competitive bidding process, lacks clear spending requirements, and follows previous compliance issues involving zoning and permitting. | St. Louis Officials Push for City Manager System After Electing New Mayor: Just days after St. Louis voters elected a new mayor to fix city services, aldermen are reviving a proposal to shift day-to-day operations to a professional city manager. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 32:53 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ 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.

Marc welcomes David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute to dissect how Missouri's cities collect revenue and why the tax structure needs a rethink. Stokes reveals that Missouri municipalities rely less on property taxes than any other state—while cities like Wildwood depend on sales taxes for over 90% of local revenue. He outlines a smarter approach using a “three-legged stool” model of sales taxes, property taxes, and user fees. They debate the controversial St. Louis County sales tax pool and how proposed grocery tax cuts could disrupt municipal budgets. Stokes' latest free-market municipal guide is out now on ShowMeInstitute.org.

Marc & Kim welcome State Rep. Brad Christ, who slams the renewed city-county merger plan as a nonstarter and warns against progressive St. Louis influence shaping county policy. Former Senator Jim Talent joins to blast Sen. Van Hollen's El Salvador trip as empty grandstanding, while calling for a return to tough Trump-era immigration enforcement. David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute unpacks Missouri's fragile municipal tax system, arguing for a smarter mix of revenue sources to stabilize local budgets. Griff Jenkins delivers a powerful breakdown of Rachel Morin's mother's testimony, media double standards, and the Democrats' baffling defense of violent illegal immigrants.

Marc & Kim deliver a no-holds-barred Thursday on the Marc Cox Morning Show. Marc opens by torching Fed Chair Jerome Powell over reckless inflation talk and rails against sky-high property tax assessments hammering St. Louis homeowners. State Rep. Brad Christ joins to reject the revived “Better Together” city-county merger, while David Stokes breaks down Missouri's outdated tax structure. Kim on a Whim targets SNL's woke retreat and the hidden DEI rebrand by Big Tech. Marc celebrates UK courts defining “woman” biologically, while Anthony Russo exposes Biden's tax swap deception. Jim Talent and Griff Jenkins slam the political stunt of Sen. Van Hollen's El Salvador trip while a grieving mother pleads for justice. Shannon Bream weighs in on Title IX lawsuits, DOJ corruption, and media bias. Plus: Cardinals and Blues playoff buzz with @Ackerman1120, Bonnaroo lineup drops, and Taylor Lorenz defends a killer. It's media hypocrisy, open border disasters, and generational tension—all in one firestorm of a show.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 An update on the Pennsylvania governor mansion arsonist | Using food stamps on Snickers and Gatorade 16:39 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Cara Spencer sworn in as new mayor of St. Louis | Why did prop B fail? | New Report: A Free-Market Guide for Missouri Cities – Part Two: Taxation: The Show-Me Institute just released the second installment of its municipal policy series, this time focusing on taxation https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://x.com/DavidCStokes 35:23 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about Trump freezing Harvard's money 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 An update on the Pennsylvania governor mansion arsonist | Using food stamps on Snickers and Gatorade 16:39 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Cara Spencer sworn in as new mayor of St. Louis | Why did prop B fail? | New Report: A Free-Market Guide for Missouri Cities – Part Two: Taxation: The Show-Me Institute just released the second installment of its municipal policy series, this time focusing on taxation https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://x.com/DavidCStokes 35:23 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about Trump freezing Harvard's money 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 Karoline Leavitt calls on countries to bring the White House their best offer to negotiate on tariffs 17:09 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: St. Louis Mayoral Election: What Should Be the Top Priority? | Arnold City Officials Sue State Auditor Over Road Project Probe: Arnold city officials have filed a lawsuit against Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, alleging overreach in his request for records from closed city council meetings related to the scuttled $75 million Arnold Parkway project. The officials are seeking a restraining order to prevent the release of sensitive information. | Upcoming Event Insider’s Hour with the Show-Me Institute on April 15th with 2 times and locations! Missouri Athletic Club West at Noon and Cafe Napoli at 5pm https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 32:43 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about attacking narco-terrorists with drones 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.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss: Missouri’s film tax credit program—the “Show MO Act”—is back and fully active after being reauthorized by the state. Supporters claim it will revitalize the state’s film industry, but David argues the program has a poor track record, doesn’t deliver on its economic promises, and amounts to little more than corporate welfare. State lawmakers are also debating legislation that would create a Clay County Sports Complex Authority, opening the door for state and local subsidies for new stadiums for the Chiefs or Royals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly: Jay Ashcroft, former: Missouri Secretary of State, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss: Missouri’s film tax credit program—the “Show MO Act”—is back and fully active after being reauthorized by the state. Supporters claim it will revitalize the state’s film industry, but David argues the program has a poor track record, doesn’t deliver on its economic promises, and amounts to little more than corporate welfare. State lawmakers are also debating legislation that would create a Clay County Sports Complex Authority, opening the door for state and local subsidies for new stadiums for the Chiefs or Royals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly: Jay Ashcroft, former: Missouri Secretary of State, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Cory Booker staffer arrested for carrying gun on Capitol grounds as senator holds floor for more than 19 hours 15:56 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Missouri’s “Show MO Act” is drawing praise for bringing film productions back to the state, but do film tax credits really deliver on their economic promises? | Clayton Mayoral Race Sparked by Washington U. Ball Field Dispute – A zoning battle over WashU’s proposed athletic fields has fueled a write-in mayoral campaign in Clayton. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about Cory Booker’s filibuster 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 Cory Booker staffer arrested for carrying gun on Capitol grounds as senator holds floor for more than 19 hours 15:56 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Missouri’s “Show MO Act” is drawing praise for bringing film productions back to the state, but do film tax credits really deliver on their economic promises? | Clayton Mayoral Race Sparked by Washington U. Ball Field Dispute – A zoning battle over WashU’s proposed athletic fields has fueled a write-in mayoral campaign in Clayton. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about Cory Booker’s filibuster 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 Tim Jones uses the Signal app and doesn't understand how this mistaken text to a journalist could have happened 18:02 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Election day is April 8. What will be on the ballot? | Prop B in St. Louis County | The Green Line: Will MetroLink Expansion Move Forward? | The Opera Theatre of St. Louis said Monday that it intends to buy part of the Clayton headquarters of footwear giant Caleres | The Centene Ice Center remains a financial strain on Maryland Heights https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 33:18 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is a headline dump 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 Tim Jones uses the Signal app and doesn't understand how this mistaken text to a journalist could have happened 18:02 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Election day is April 8. What will be on the ballot? | Prop B in St. Louis County | The Green Line: Will MetroLink Expansion Move Forward? | The Opera Theatre of St. Louis said Monday that it intends to buy part of the Clayton headquarters of footwear giant Caleres | The Centene Ice Center remains a financial strain on Maryland Heights https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 33:18 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is a headline dump 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.

9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Brenda Talent, CEO at the Show-Me Institute, to react to the first half of the 2025 Missouri legislative session and highlight priorities for the second half of the session like: Eliminating the state income tax, expanding school choice by passing K-12 Open Enrollment, and reforming the state’s education funding formula?The Closing Of The Federal Education Department Will Only Help America’s Children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly: Jay Ashcroft, former: Missouri Secretary of StateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10:05A – 10:22A (17mins) Weekly: Susie Moore, Deputy Managing Editor, Redstate.com @SmoosieQ @RedStateWe Are Flirting With A Constitutional Crisis In America – It’s Not Because Of President TrumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Brenda Talent, CEO at the Show-Me Institute, to react to the first half of the 2025 Missouri legislative session and highlight priorities for the second half of the session like: Eliminating the state income tax, expanding school choice by passing K-12 Open Enrollment, and reforming the state’s education funding formula?The Closing Of The Federal Education Department Will Only Help America’s Children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly: Jay Ashcroft, former: Missouri Secretary of StateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10:05A – 10:22A (17mins) Weekly: Susie Moore, Deputy Managing Editor, Redstate.com @SmoosieQ @RedStateWe Are Flirting With A Constitutional Crisis In America – It’s Not Because Of President TrumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Rand Paul says he will not vote for the Continuing Resolution | Tariffs on Canadian electricity | Stock market still jittery | Ukraine minerals deal 15:20 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Will it be impossible for Tishaura to win her election? | Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry at Risk of Closing after 200 years | Money for homeless | St. Louis County’s Proposition B – St. Louis County voters will decide in April whether to give the county council power to discipline and remove department heads. | Missouri Poised to Take Over St. Louis Police | Sam Page unveiled the new flag for St. Louis County | The Missouri House gave preliminary approval to slash the personal property tax on vehicleshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 35:20 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Continuing Resolution headed to Senate | Mel Gibson and Trump 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 Rand Paul says he will not vote for the Continuing Resolution | Tariffs on Canadian electricity | Stock market still jittery | Ukraine minerals deal 15:20 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Will it be impossible for Tishaura to win her election? | Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry at Risk of Closing after 200 years | Money for homeless | St. Louis County’s Proposition B – St. Louis County voters will decide in April whether to give the county council power to discipline and remove department heads. | Missouri Poised to Take Over St. Louis Police | Sam Page unveiled the new flag for St. Louis County | The Missouri House gave preliminary approval to slash the personal property tax on vehicleshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 35:20 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Continuing Resolution headed to Senate | Mel Gibson and Trump 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.

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Ukraine is ready to make a minerals deal | Canada needs the U.S. more than we need them | Trump’s speech tonight | Dems block the transgender bill 16:09 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | he calls us | TOPIC: Augusta’s Short-Term Rental Lawsuit: The case questions whether the town’s $200 fee violates Missouri’s constitution | DOGE Looking to Close a St. Louis FDA Office | Loop Trolley Funding Extended Through 2028 https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/ https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:37 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is brought to you by https://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about what the Democrats have planned for Trump’s speech tonight 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.

David Stokes, Elias Tsapelas, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss: the Missouri Office of Government Efficiency (MOGE) and its impact on state governance, legislative approaches in the House and Senate, the role of outside experts in identifying inefficiencies, and the importance of accountability through timelines. They also cover educational policies like open enrollment, challenges with smartphone use in schools, COVID-era municipal water policies, source of income laws, and the ongoing debate over eliminating the state income tax. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at Show-Me Institute to discuss a recent piece he wrote: "Everyone hates property taxes, which is why we should depend on them more": In his latest op-ed, David argues that while people dislike property taxes, they are actually one of the fairest and most stable sources of local government revenue. Unlike sales taxes, which shift costs to outsiders, property taxes directly fund the services residents use daily. He explains why Missouri cities depend less on property taxes than any other state—and why that should change. Stokes also notes that because voters are more cautious about approving property tax hikes, governments must make a stronger case and be more accountable with how they spend the revenue. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly: Jay Ashcroft, former: Missouri Secretary of State, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Saudi Arabia working on a Russia-Ukraine peace deal | Removing Sunset Provisions | State control of the St. Louis Police Department | Baer Pesticide bill 15:43 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Tishaura Jones has no idea that her favorite restaurant in St. Louis closed over a year ago | Why We Should Rely More on Property Taxes, Not Less: In his latest op-ed, David argues that while people dislike property taxes, they are actually one of the fairest and most stable sources of local government revenue. | St. Louis’ $10 Million Unpaid Water Bill Problem: Five years after the city paused water shutoffs due to COVID-19, officials have yet to resume collections for delinquent accounts. https://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 35:02 SEG 3 Can we blame Trump for Avian flu and egg prices? Chris’ Corner is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ and is about Trump’s tariffs 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 Trump tells Hamas to release the hostages or else | Nancy Mace talks about her sexual assault on the House floor 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Streets department director on leave during snow storm | An Update on North St. Louis Grants: A Post-Dispatch investigation found millions in grant money going to inactive businesses, vacant lots, and tax-delinquent recipients | An Update on Land Banks in Missouri: St. Louis County wants a new land bank, despite corruption and failures | Legislation to End Judicial Bias in Missouri: New proposals would stop courts from automatically deferring to state agencies and require them to interpret laws independentlyhttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about Trump's executive orders and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ 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 Trump tells Hamas to release the hostages or else | Nancy Mace talks about her sexual assault on the House floor 15:41 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: Streets department director on leave during snow storm | An Update on North St. Louis Grants: A Post-Dispatch investigation found millions in grant money going to inactive businesses, vacant lots, and tax-delinquent recipients | An Update on Land Banks in Missouri: St. Louis County wants a new land bank, despite corruption and failures | Legislation to End Judicial Bias in Missouri: New proposals would stop courts from automatically deferring to state agencies and require them to interpret laws independentlyhttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:21 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about Trump's executive orders and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ 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.

Vic Porcelli Show 2-7-2025Chris Arps and Producer Jerome filling in for Vic and Ken.USAID was being spent on WHAT!? President Trump's crew is cleaning house and restoring our Republic, and it hasn't even been a full month yet!Promises made, promises kept. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Jim Acosta quits CNN | Trump’s press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, was a breath of fresh air today 15:27 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: David recently wrote an op-ed about the expansion of Flock camera systems which are license plate readers | The latest on the “Rams Money” compromise | AT&T building becoming 600 apartmentshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 33:17 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about Marco Rubio commenting about Hamas and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ Paint the Town Red this Valentine's Day! Enter our contest to win a prize for your sweetie https://newstalkstl.com/valentine/ 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.

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THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 New accusations against Pete Hegseth. Is Pete being treated like Clarence Thomas during his confirmation hearings? 15:23 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: The total failure of the St. Louis snow/ice removal highlights the awful city management and the benefits of privatization | Rams money | Cutting police force to increase raiseshttps://showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/https://twitter.com/DavidCStokes 34:40 SEG 3 Did Elon Musk give a Nazi salute at Trump’s inauguration party rally? Chris’ Corner is about Vivek leaving DOGE to run for governor and is brought to you by http://www.elitecomfortexperts.com/ 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.

Susan Pendergrass, Elias Tsapelas, and David Stokes join Zach Lawhorn to discuss the start of the 2025 Missouri legislative session. They cover budgetary reform, the need for a Missouri Taxpayer Bill of Rights, the creation of a recession preparedness fund, open enrollment policies, statewide school choice, improvements to Missouri's school report cards, tax reform, telemedicine, healthcare regulations, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

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James Shuls, David Stokes, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss what the latest test scores reveal about Missouri schools, the debate over a four-day school week as a budget solution, Town and Country's controversial property tax increase, opposition to a comprehensive plan in Cole Camp, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

Download the full 2025 Blueprint here: https://bit.ly/4iiQdBr In this episode, Susan Pendergrass, James Shuls, Elias Tsapelas, Aaron Hedlund, David Stokes, Patrick Tuohey, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss The 2025 Blueprint: Moving Missouri Forward. They discuss topics like statewide school choice, income tax reform, local government transparency, Missouri's Taxpayer Bill of Rights, nuclear energy policy, and more. About The 2025 Blueprint: The Show-Me Institute's mission is to advance liberty with individual responsibility by promoting market solutions for Missouri public policy. Our vision is for Missouri to be a place where entrepreneurs can pursue their dreams, parents are free to direct the education and upbringing of their children, and a growing economy provides opportunities for all. Critical to achieving this vision is a state government that understands the value of freedom in the lives and future of our people. The 2025 Blueprint: Moving Missouri Forward explores 17 policy areas in which common-sense reform could immediately and positively impact everyday life for Missourians. Issues covered range from education and healthcare to unemployment insurance and budget reform. Each article identifies a problem that affects the citizens of our state, provides background information and analysis, proposes one or more solutions, and then boils the solutions down into actionable recommendations. We believe that the proposals our policy team has assembled can put Missouri on the path to a healthier economy, a better public education system, and a more vibrant and flourishing civil society. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

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