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Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On Royals Stadium Issue and More | 6-24-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/economy/what-if-you-eliminated-personal-property-taxes-and-nobody-noticed/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/state-and-local-government/if-gun-laws-explain-kansas-citys-violence-what-explains-kansas/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/education/this-is-why-missouri-families-need-choice/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, Firing Back at Mayor Q on Royals Downtown Stadium Vote Issue | 6-17-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 6-10-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Susan Pendergrass speaks with Cory Koedel, director of education policy at the Show-Me Institute, about Missouri education policy following the 2026 legislative session. They discuss the governor's A to F letter grade executive order, why literacy legislation failed to pass, leadership turmoil at DESE, new research on the effects of open enrollment, the case for expanding charter schools in Missouri, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/state-and-local-government/the-border-war-truces-predictable-and-predicted-problem/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
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On June 5, Patrick Tuohey, senior fellow at the Show-Me Institute, guest-hosted Mundo in the Morning on KCMO Talk Radio, where Terrence Wise of the Missouri Workers Center announced the organization had collected over 4,500 signatures, more than double the roughly 2,000 required, to force a public vote on any taxpayer subsidy of the proposed downtown Royals ballpark. The city clerk has 10 days to validate the signatures, after which the city council has 60 days to act, with a public vote expected in November. Listen to the full show: https://www.kcmotalkradio.com/shows/mundo-in-the-morning-2/
While guest hosting Mundo in the Morning on KCMO Talk Radio, Patrick Tuohey is joined by Elias Tsapelas, Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss the Missouri legislature's effort to begin the process of eliminating the income tax. They break down why Missouri's tax climate is holding back economic and population growth, how a gradual phase-out could work, and why concerns about sales tax rates may be overblown. Listen to the full show: https://www.kcmotalkradio.com/shows/mundo-in-the-morning-2/
9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgDAVID STOKES-Data Centers Can Bring Their Own Tax Cuts To Discuss all things data centers 1 - City of St. Louis board to hear appeals of Armory data center approval: The Board of Adjustment will hear appeals on July 1 challenging the data center zoning approval. The 120-megawatt data center in Midtown is part of the $3 billion Armory Innovation District project.2 - David's latest article on how data centers can "bring their own tax cuts". 3 - The differing approaches to data centers from the candidates during the St. Charles County Executive debate 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgDAVID STOKES-Data Centers Can Bring Their Own Tax Cuts To Discuss all things data centers 1 - City of St. Louis board to hear appeals of Armory data center approval: The Board of Adjustment will hear appeals on July 1 challenging the data center zoning approval. The 120-megawatt data center in Midtown is part of the $3 billion Armory Innovation District project.2 - David's latest article on how data centers can "bring their own tax cuts". 3 - The differing approaches to data centers from the candidates during the St. Charles County Executive debate 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/education/missouri-students-continue-to-fall-behind/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 6-3-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/corporate-welfare/data-centers-can-bring-their-own-tax-cuts/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 5-27-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On the Plaza Revitalization and More | 5-20-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/corporate-welfare/ferguson-denies-incentives-for-data-center-project/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
In this segment, Mark is joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show with Ryan Wrecker guest hosting, Ryan and Ethan discuss the "tarps off" movement that occurred at Busch Stadium over the weekend and the impact it could have on the fanbase. Ryan is then joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on the China Summit now that President Trump is back in the United States as well as the latest on the Strait of Hormuz. He's later joined by David Stokes, the Director of Municipal Property at the Show Me Institute. Stokes shares his thoughts on far left cities "soaking the rich" and causing large businesses to relocate. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Ryan is then joined by Dr. Darrin Manian, an Infectious Disease Physician and the Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mercy St Louis Hospital. They discuss if people should be concerned about the hantavirus after someone in Colorado died from it. They also discuss the harms of ticks in the Midwest and more. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. They discuss the exciting weekend at Busch Stadium, SLU and Mizzou setting up their upcoming 3 year series and more. In hour 3, Ryan is joined by Jeff Mordock, a White House Correspondent for the Washington Times. They discuss President Trump's decision to push back the attack on Iran. They also discuss the President's Summit with China, what was accomplished, what it's like on Air Force One and more. He's later joined by Will Goldstein, a criminal defense attorney in Clayton. They discuss a judge's ruling in the Luigi Mangione trial that excludes some evidence found in his backpack but allows other items to be used in trial. Which will be allowed? How was it decided? He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) Elias Tsapelas (Cha-Pel-Us), director of state budget and fiscal policy at Show-Me Institute, @ShowMe ShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss the end of the legislative session and the income tax legislation that was passed, and what voters will be asked about the income tax later this year? A BigStep toward Ending the Income Tax 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly Feature: “WHEEL OF AUDIO CLIPS!!” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On World Cup Concerns | 5-13-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this segment, Mark is joined by Elias Tsapelas, the Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy at the Show Me Institute. He shares his take on phasing out the state income tax as well as some potential carve outs.
In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Elias Tsapelas, the Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy at the Show Me Institute. He shares his take on phasing out the state income tax as well as some potential carve outs.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Scott Morefield, a Writer & Opinion Columnist for Town Hall. They discuss their frustrations with President Trump's handling of the Iran conflict and how it's strongly increased gas prices throughout America. He's later joined by Scott Faughn, the Host of “This Week in Missouri”. They discuss what is left to get done in the final week of Missouri's legislative session. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Elias Tsapelas, the Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy at the Show Me Institute. He shares his take on phasing out the state income tax as well as some potential carve outs. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Andrew Harding, a National Security and Indo-Pacific Affairs Analyst at The Heritage Foundation. Harding defines what could be the best and worst outcomes of the Trump-XI Summit and more. He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. Rosenthal discusses the texting "Green Bubble" security revolution, the "Keyboard PC" renaissance and more.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/state-and-local-government/missouris-opportunity-to-attract-talent-latest-irs-data-on-voting-with-their-feet/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
LIVE FROM SHORTY'S DINER, WEST PORT12004 Lackland Rd.St. Louis, MO 63146 9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Mayor has a new plan for Rams cash: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer is proposing to spend $230 million of the $255 million Rams relocation settlement on tornado relief, infrastructure repairs, and downtown revitalization. The plan still faces pushback from aldermen and advocates who want the allocation shifted — some pushing for more downtown funding, others demanding more for the tornado-damaged North Side. Ferguson City Council rejects $1.8 billion data center proposal: The Ferguson City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject a proposal that would have transformed the former Emerson Electric site into a massive data center. Residents raised concerns over environmental risks, water usage, tax abatements, and potential lost school revenue despite supporters touting significant economic benefits. St. Louis residents offer feedback on Green Line Bus Rapid Transit: The City of St. Louis and Bi-State Development held an open house Tuesday where residents weighed in on two route options for a Bus Rapid Transit system connecting north and south St. Louis. The BRT would feature dedicated bus lanes, MetroLink-style stations, and service every 10-15 minutes — a significant upgrade from current 30-40 minute intervals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) We will call Tony Short/CEO Corey Broadus/CEO Shorty's Diner, 12004 Lackland St. Louis, MO 63146See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On World Cup Fears | 5-6-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/economy/a-big-step-toward-ending-the-income-tax/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
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Susan Pendergrass speaks with Aaron Renn, author and consultant, and David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, about the recurring debate over whether the city of St. Louis should rejoin St. Louis County. They explore what city county mergers have actually accomplished in places like Indianapolis, Louisville, Nashville, and Lexington, why a full merger in St. Louis would be extraordinarily difficult to pull off, and whether the benefits would even outweigh the costs. They also discuss St. Louis's demographic challenges, what the Pittsburgh model might offer as a path forward, the cultural barriers that make it hard to attract and retain people from outside the region, and more. You can find Aaron's work at www.aaronrenn.com Produced by Show-Me Opportunity
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/corporate-welfare/by-the-numbers-what-missouri-might-give-the-royals/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgFixing downtown St Louis means fixing roads-sidewalks-Weve done it before to discuss the Post-Dispatch series on fixing downtown (these are not behind the paywall). And specifically, the most recent piece on infrastructure. And the role that MORE special taxing districts could play. "Getting that downtown heart beating again is the goal of promising new city legislation designed to upgrade the area within a designated Sports and Entertainment Community Improvement District (CID), recently approved by the Board of Aldermen and signed by the mayor." 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/education/school-choice-and-luxury-beliefs/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 4-29-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/state-and-local-government/a-wake-up-call-for-st-louis/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/corporate-welfare/next-up-on-chiefs-and-royals-stadium-saga/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On Royals New Downtown Ballpark Developments | 4-22-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/economy/opening-the-nuclear-sector-up-to-innovation-in-missouri/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/education/moscholars-wins-in-court/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-ME Institute, On Royals Downtown Stadium Momentum | 4-15-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Visit the site: https://moschoolrankings.org/ Susan Pendergrass and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss MOSchoolRankings.org, the Show-Me Institute's website that assigns letter grades and GPAs to Missouri schools and districts using publicly available academic and spending data. They explore how the site works, why Missouri has lagged behind other states on accessible school report cards, and how the governor's executive order requiring A through F grades may change that. They also discuss the most common objections to grading schools, how growth and proficiency data account for differences in student populations, the status of report card legislation in the 2026 session, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity
Find your school: https://moschoolrankings.org/ Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/education/looking-at-missouris-a-districts/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/corporate-welfare/missouris-film-tax-credits-still-dont-add-up/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Show-Me Institute Audio Briefs features audio versions of select articles, commentary, and publications from the Show-Me Institute. Learn more at showmeinstitute.org: https://showmeinstitute.org/article/taxes/earnings-tax-defenders-unable-to-defend-earnings-tax/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity This episode was produced using AI-generated narration.
Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On KC E-Tax | 4-1-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Stokes, Show-Me Institute, On Upcoming Local Elections | 3-25-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.