Podcasts about show me institute

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On World Cup 2026 in KC | 11-12-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck talk with David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute to discuss St. Louis County Bill 182 and its expansion of minority hiring and contracting requirements. They examine the broader impact of government regulations and red tape on local developers and builders, as well as the role of tax incentives and subsidies like TIF financing. The conversation also covers union influence in county legislation, concerns over potential fraud and complexity in minority contracting programs, and questions about legal authority between county, state, and federal levels. Stokes warns that these policies could drive developers away from St. Louis County.

Hour 3 of the Marc Cox Morning Show features a powerful lineup of guests and topics. Marc first talks with Mary Vought, Vice President of Strategic Communications at The Heritage Foundation, about the rise of socialist politicians in major cities, the impact of “woke” policies, and how conservatives are responding to DEI and ESG initiatives. Next, David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute calls in to break down St. Louis County Bill 182, exploring its expansion of minority contracting rules, union influence, and potential consequences for developers. The hour wraps with Dan Buck joining for “Buck Don't Give a _____,” where the two dive into Liz Wheeler's rise in conservative media, Elon Musk's reflections on Charlie Kirk's legacy, and the ongoing battle over free speech and media bias.

Marc Cox leads a politically charged show covering national issues, local policy, and conservative perspectives. Hour 1 examines the government shutdown's impact on air travel and federal workers, then Dan Buck joins for “Buck Don't Give a _____” to discuss Liz Wheeler, Elon Musk, and the fight for free speech in today's media. Hour 2 features Dom Savino with economic analysis on the shutdown, Obamacare, and market trends, followed by Veterans Day reflections and “In Other News” highlighting celebrity politics, tech, and college sports. Hour 3 includes Mary Vought from The Heritage Foundation discussing the rise of socialism in major cities and conservative strategy, while David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute calls in to discuss St. Louis County's Bill 182 on minority contracting and development concerns. The hour wraps with another segment of “Buck Don't Give a _____.” Hour 4 features Jimmy Failla breaking down Kamala Harris and campaign politics, Taylor Riggs from Fox Business analyzing inflation and fuel prices, and a lighthearted closer on death-metal singer Ignacia Fernández being crowned Miss World Chile.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.org to discuss:1) Election Results Around the St. Louis Area: In Tuesday’s elections, Proposition S in the Rockwood School District, a proposed 45-cent property tax increase, was narrowly defeated with 51 percent voting against and 49 percent in favor. David can also recap the results of local use tax votes across the St. Louis area.2) St. Louis Board of Aldermen and Golf Cart Regulations: The Board of Aldermen approved a new ordinance regulating golf carts on city streets. The measure limits carts to roads with speed limits of 25 mph or less, requires safety equipment like lights, mirrors, and turn signals, and sets a $250 fine for first-time violations. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.org to discuss:1) Election Results Around the St. Louis Area: In Tuesday’s elections, Proposition S in the Rockwood School District, a proposed 45-cent property tax increase, was narrowly defeated with 51 percent voting against and 49 percent in favor. David can also recap the results of local use tax votes across the St. Louis area.2) St. Louis Board of Aldermen and Golf Cart Regulations: The Board of Aldermen approved a new ordinance regulating golf carts on city streets. The measure limits carts to roads with speed limits of 25 mph or less, requires safety equipment like lights, mirrors, and turn signals, and sets a $250 fine for first-time violations. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn more about the book here: https://www.cato.org/books/fighting-freedom-learn Susan Pendergrass speaks with Dr. James Shuls, fellow at the Show-Me Institute and head of the Education Liberty Branch at Florida State University, and Dr. Neal McCluskey of the Cato Institute about their new book, Fighting for the Freedom to Learn: Examining America's Centuries-Old School Choice Movement. They discuss how the fight for educational freedom long predates modern debates over public schooling, why early advocates viewed schooling as a family and community responsibility, and how today's school choice expansion connects to America's founding principles. The conversation covers the history of the common school movement, the roots of residential school assignment, and why educational freedom has always been central to the American story, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On New Royals Survey and More! | 11-5-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 10-29-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Susan Pendergrass, director of research at the Show-Me Institute,to discuss:1) St. Louis Public Schools turmoil: After firing Superintendent Millicent Borishade, SLPS is once again searching for leadership. The district owes her more than $700,000 and faces possible school closures and questions about state intervention.2) Missouri’s “Unsafe School Choice Option” failure: The Unsafe School Choice Option (USCO) is a federal safeguard created under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which ensures that students attending persistently dangerous schools can transfer to a safer public school. Despite tens of thousands of violent incidents, Missouri has never identified a single unsafe school under federal law. Susan can explain why the state’s definition is too narrow and what policymakers can do to protect families. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Susan Pendergrass, director of research at the Show-Me Institute,to discuss:1) St. Louis Public Schools turmoil: After firing Superintendent Millicent Borishade, SLPS is once again searching for leadership. The district owes her more than $700,000 and faces possible school closures and questions about state intervention.2) Missouri’s “Unsafe School Choice Option” failure: The Unsafe School Choice Option (USCO) is a federal safeguard created under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which ensures that students attending persistently dangerous schools can transfer to a safer public school. Despite tens of thousands of violent incidents, Missouri has never identified a single unsafe school under federal law. Susan can explain why the state’s definition is too narrow and what policymakers can do to protect families. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 10-22-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Louis Could Sell a Downtown Park– City officials are considering selling InterCo Plaza, a small fenced-off park downtown, to the StarWood Group, which owns the former Post-Dispatch building now home to Block Inc. The company wants to turn the space into a parking lot, citing safety issues and a lack of nearby parking. Some aldermen raised concerns about losing green space and whether the sale requires a public vote. The proposal passed out of committee and is now headed to the full Board of Aldermen. Charles County Zoning Commission Deadlocked on 470-Home Subdivision– A plan to build 470 homes west of Lake Saint Louis hit a roadblock after the county zoning commission split its vote. The proposed “Trailside Farms” development would turn 200 acres of farmland into single-family homes and townhomes. Supporters say it balances growth with preserved green space, while critics worry about traffic, water pressure, and overcrowded schools. The project now goes to the County Council, which will need a supermajority to approve it on November 10. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners @LarryConnersUSAWeekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 10-15-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW PATRICK TUOHEY, Sr. Fellow at Show Me Institute | TOPIC: Patrick’s piece in The Hill, “What other cities can learn from Kansas City’s failed progressive experiments.”. Fare-free buses, subsidized grocery stores, and shifting police budgets produced budget holes, higher crime, wasted funds, and frustrated residents | Recall of Jackson County Executive Frank White and its impact on the Chiefs and Royals stadium futures | Kansas has quietly built a $26 million fund using sports gambling revenue to help attract professional teamsshowmeinstitute.org/author/patrick-tuohey/x.com/PatrickTuohey 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) Show-Me Institute, David Stokes to discuss: Use Taxes on the Ballot in Missouri This November– Several Missouri cities, including Ladue, Creve Coeur, and Festus are asking voters to approve local use taxes in the November 4 election. A use tax applies to goods purchased online or by catalog and delivered to a buyer’s home. These taxes expand the sales tax base to include online purchases and are often promoted as a way to level the playing field for local businesses. Rockwood School District’s Prop S Measure– The Rockwood School District is asking voters to approve Proposition S, a no-tax-rate-increase bond issue for facility upgrades and safety improvements. Prop S is on the November ballot for residents in the district. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners 314-795-0272Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, Latest Stadium Discussions | 10-8-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 10-1-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.org to discuss: MetroLink Green Line Dropped– Local officials are abandoning plans for a new MetroLink “Green Line” connecting north and south St. Louis. Instead, Bi-State is pivoting to study a bus rapid transit option. Golf Carts in St. Louis– With more carts popping up in neighborhoods like Soulard and The Hill, an alderman has introduced a bill to regulate their use. The proposal would set speed limits, require a license, and ban sidewalk driving, but David has concerns about whether new regulations are needed. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Weekly Feature: "MILLER TIME!!"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

- Mike Franco explains how the housing market has become a hinderance to the younger generation's ability to achieve the American Dream. - Businesses seem to be shifting away from providing goods and services, and focusing in on making political stances. - Government is typically bad at business - but did St. Louis actually get it right this time? David Stokes of the Show Me Institute talks about the recent decision regarding public transportation in the city and why this was the right decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, On Battle With Blue Valley Schools | 9-24-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 9-17-25 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute, In Studio | 9-10-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute | 9-4-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss: The Time Is Right to Privatize the U.S. Postal Service – In his recent op-ed, David argues that the USPS monopolyno longer serves the public well. Delivery has become slower and less reliable, finances are in decline, and even mail security is at risk. He makes the case that it’s time to open the system to competition and let private carriers deliver first-class mail. The Dome has an uncertain financial future, according to an audit report released Wednesday by Missouri State Auditor. The facility doesn't have sufficient funding for maintenance over the next decade, the audit found, estimating a $67 million funding gap while criticizing its owner's management. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) AmVets Event See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Pendergrass speaks with Show-Me Institute policy analyst Avery Frank about his new report, Connecting Nuclear Energy's Past and Present: Guiding Missouri's Future. They discuss why electricity demand is rising again, why major companies are turning back to nuclear, and how Missouri can position itself to benefit. From data centers and AI to regulatory hurdles and smart policy steps like a state nuclear advisory council, Avery explains how Missouri could play a leading role in America's nuclear resurgence. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 8-27-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) Elias Tsapelas (Cha-pel-us), Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss reforms to Medicaid in the One Big Beautiful Bill and how they could impact Missouri. He can touch on changes like tighter eligibility checks, shorter retroactive coverage, and rolling back costly regulations, meant to reduce waste and keep the program focused on those who truly need it. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David C. Stokes, Show-Me Institute on the Missouri Property Tax Fiasco | 8-20-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 8-13-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Pendergrass speaks with Braxton Steele, intern at the Show-Me Institute and student at Missouri State University, about his summer research on crime and public safety in St. Louis. They discuss his personal experiences living in the city, how crime in St. Louis compares to other Missouri cities and peer cities across the country, the gap between reported crime data and public perception, and more. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, director of municipal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to discuss: Louis Halts Minority Contracting Rules Over Federal Threats:Mayor Cara Spencer is accelerating efforts to rewrite city minority- and women-owned contractor rules, saying the Trump administration has threatened grant cuts and prosecutions in cities with such programs. 17 North St. Louis County Cities Pursue Joint Road Tax:A group of 17 municipalities in the Normandy School District footprint is asking voters to approve a 1% sales tax to fund shared road and sidewalk repairs. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) Tim Jones - @SpeakerTimJones “The Tim Jones and Chris Arps Show” weekdays 4p-6p on NewstalkSTLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 8-6-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 delivers a hard-hitting look at political corruption and accountability in St. Louis County, featuring David Stokes of the Show Me Institute breaking down Sam Page's indictment and the decades-long abuse of taxpayer-funded political mailers. Former Senator Jim Talent tackles the brewing feud between President Trump and Senator Josh Hawley over insider trading legislation, stressing transparency without choking public service. Former Ferguson Police Chief Tom Jackson exposes the real dangers of social media-fueled misinformation in policing, using the violent Cincinnati assault as a case study and warning about the woke justice system letting violent criminals loose. Finally, Kim Otto previews the Trump-backed plan to streamline medical records through opt-in tech apps, acknowledging privacy fears but emphasizing the need for modernization and patient control. A power-packed hour revealing the failures and fights shaping America today.

Hour 3, Segment 1 opens with Marc and Kim setting the stage for a heavy political discussion about St. Louis County's ongoing corruption crisis. David Stokes from the Show Me Institute dives deep into the indictment of County Executive Sam Page for allegedly misusing taxpayer funds to influence an election. Stokes contrasts this with the more serious charges against former executive Steve Stenger but emphasizes the erosion of trust in local government. They discuss the pattern of abuse in taxpayer-funded election mailers, the failure of county oversight—particularly the lack of a functioning county auditor—and the toxic political environment fueling these scandals. The segment closes with criticism of Page's defenders who blame the Attorney General and a preview of the next discussion on the Hawley-Biden insider trading bill dispute.

Patrick Tuohey. Show-Me Institute | 7-30-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Pendergrass is joined again by Elias Tsapelas, director of state budget and fiscal policy at the Show-Me Institute, for Part II of their conversation on the sweeping federal legislation known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” They unpack what the bill means for Missouri taxpayers, including changes to the standard deduction, tips and overtime, education savings accounts, and higher education policy. They also dig into the bill's broader fiscal impact, from the growing federal deficit to the implementation challenges facing state governments. Timestamps 00:00 Exploring the One Big Beautiful Bill 04:58 Tax Implications for Missourians 10:20 New Savings Accounts for Children 12:07 Changes in Higher Education 18:09 Federal Deficit and Debt Concerns Listen to part I: https://showmeinstitute.org/blog/economy/understanding-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-with-elias-tsapelas/ Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

David C. Stokes, Show- Me Institute | 7-16-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 7-9-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Pendergrass is joined by Elias Tsapelas, director of state budget and fiscal policy at the Show-Me Institute, to break down the sweeping new federal legislation known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill." They discuss what it really means for Medicaid recipients, food stamp programs, state budgets, and Missouri taxpayers. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 7-2-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On April 10, 2025, Ilya Shapiro, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and author of Lawless: The Miseducation of America's Elites, visited Washington University School of Law to discuss the ideological and bureaucratic challenges facing American higher education. In this lecture, Shapiro argues that elite universities have abandoned their core mission of truth-seeking in favor of activism, driven by bloated administrations and timid leadership. Drawing on personal experience and national trends, he explains how law schools, in particular, are failing to uphold classical liberal values such as free speech, academic freedom, and equal justice. Watch a video recording of the event: https://youtu.be/TGOmu2Ab-ZM The event was hosted by the Show-Me Institute, the Federalist Society, the Sinquefield Charitable Foundation, and Show-Me Opportunity.

Patrick Touhey, Show-Me Institute | 6-25-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Tuohey, Show-Me Institute | 6-11-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Touhey joins Pete Mundo in studio to discuss his testimony in Jefferson City on Chiefs and Royals stadiums and what he heard surrounding the latest on the issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.