Podcast appearances and mentions of Tom Ackerman

Tom Ackerman is joined by Saint Louis University Women's Basketball Coach, Rebecca Tillett, alongside freshman guard Jahda Denis for the Billikens Coaches Show!

This hour dives into Missouri's Amendment 3 with Kate Sickles explaining the state's shift to unrestricted abortion rights, the importance of voter turnout, and the impact of chemical abortions. Tom Ackerman joins to recap local and national sports, including Mizzou basketball's SEC wins, stadium renovations, and quirky athlete tax stories. The hour closes with “In Other News,” covering James Van Der Beek's death and family fundraiser, a nudist resort conflict, a record-breaking chair balancer, a massive great white shark off the Carolina coast, and a snake surviving in a compost heap. Hashtags: #MissouriAbortion #Amendment3 #TomAckerman #MizzouBasketball #JamesVanDerBeek #BizarreNews

The full show unfolds with a sharp and wide-ranging mix of topics across four hours. Hour 1 celebrates the show's #13 national ranking while breaking down activist funding networks, the SAVE Act, and California's jock tax through Kim on a Whim, ending with a critique of media coverage on the Canadian school shooting. Hour 2 focuses on Missouri's Amendment 3 abortion debate with Kate Sickles, Tom Ackerman's sports updates including Mizzou basketball, and bizarre news stories ranging from celebrity deaths to wildlife oddities. Hour 3 tackles social media addiction, the absurdity of athlete jock taxes, and government overreach, featuring Todd Piro and Kim's Sam Darnold segment. Hour 4 opens with Tom Homan's live ICE briefing from Minneapolis, continues with Jonathan Savage on the Canadian school shooting, Griff Jenkins on sanctuary city enforcement, and closes with Charlie Metzner highlighting Bourbon for Badges, supporting veterans and first responders. Across all hours, the show blends investigative insight, cultural commentary, and actionable updates for listeners. Hashtags: #MarcCoxShow #TomHoman #ICE #PublicSafety #SanctuaryCities #JonathanSavage #CanadaShooting #GriffJenkins #BourbonForBadges #Veterans #FirstResponders #KimOnAWhim #JockTax #MissouriAbortion #Amendment3 #TomAckerman #MizzouBasketball #SocialMediaAddiction #GovernmentOverreach #TruthOverNarrative

Marc chats with sportsman Tom Ackerman about his recent recognition at the Guns N Hoses banquet, where he helped raise $1 million for Backstoppers through telecast volunteering. They dive into the impact of jock taxes on professional athletes, including the surprising $71,000 hit for Super Bowl winner Sam Darnold. The conversation shifts to Missouri sports highlights, including Mizzou's three-game SEC win streak, stadium renovations at Memorial/Fero Field, and the upcoming seasons for City soccer and the Blues, plus the St. Louis Billikens' NCAA prospects. Ackerman combines sports insight with personal experiences and local sports culture, giving listeners a mix of numbers, anecdotes, and community impact. Hashtags: #MarcCoxShow #TomAckerman #SportsTalk #JockTax #MizzouBasketball #FeroField #StLouisSports #GunsNHoses #Philanthropy #CollegeBasketball

Tom Ackerman joins Marc to recap a defensive Super Bowl clash, highlight Seattle's dominance over the Patriots, and preview the Cardinals' young talent and farm system ahead of the March 26th opener. He also shares insights on standout college basketball games, including SLU's impressive run and North Carolina's dramatic last-second victory over Duke, emphasizing the intensity of home-court atmospheres and March Madness anticipation. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #NFLRecap #Seahawks #Cardinals #Baseball #CollegeBasketball #SLU #NorthCarolina #MarchMadness

Marc opens with a recap of Super Bowl reactions, including TPUSA's alternative programming and media missteps, before diving into Mary Katherine Martin's explanation of Kirkwood School District's mishandling of student digital library content and parental access issues. Tom Ackerman joins to break down the defensive Super Bowl, St. Louis Cardinals' farm system and prospects, and standout college basketball games, highlighting SLU's surprising dominance. The hour closes with a critique of voter ID debates and Kamala Harris' controversial 2024 remarks. Hashtags: #SuperBowl #KirkwoodSchools #ThomasMooreSociety #StLouisCardinals #CollegeBasketball #VoterID #KamalaHarris

Hour 1 kicks off with Marc dissecting the underwhelming Super Bowl and NFL halftime, highlighting TPUSA's patriotic alternative, the Trump video editing controversy, and Kim's “Kim on a Whim” segment on collapsing American pride and woke Olympians. Hour 2 continues with immigration legal wins, market updates from Nicole Murray, and extreme news stories, setting up interviews with Beavis Shock, Dan Buck, and Mary Katherine Martin. Hour 3 dives into Kirkwood School District admissions of improper student material access, TPUSA's halftime reach, cultural commentary from Dan Buck, and Missouri's Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. Hour 4 closes the show with top stories, Mary Katherine Martin on the Kirkwood ruling, Tom Ackerman's sports analysis including the Super Bowl and Cardinals outlook, and a critique of Kamala Harris' voter ID comments. The show blends politics, culture, and sports while highlighting conservative perspectives and actionable insights for listeners. Hashtags: #SuperBowl #TPUSA #Trump #WokeOlympics #Patriotism #Education #KirkwoodSchools #BornAliveBill #ImmigrationLaw #MarketUpdate #Sports #CollegeBasketball #Cardinals #MarkCoxMorningShow #KimOnAWhim #MaryKatherineMartin #DanBuck #TomAckerman

Hour 2 kicks off with Marc talking about a student that was hit by a car at a school walk out protest. David Stokes explains why ST Louis County want to raise your taxes and Tom Ackerman on SLU unbelievable win streak.

Tom Ackerman is joined by the Billikens Women's Head Basketball Coach, Rebecca Tillett, and freshman center Alyssa Koerkenmeier in tonight's edition of the Billikens Coaches Show!

In this segment, Mark is joined by KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman who discusses Brendan Donovan being traded to the Seattle Mariners as well as the Cardinals new TV Deal with Major League Baseball.

Marc kicks off with Groundhog's Day and the impact of recent cold weather, then dives into Missouri energy rate hikes and how preemptive charges for data centers are affecting residents. He highlights a legal move by the Missouri attorney general to stop counting illegal immigrants in the census and the potential political ramifications for Democrats. Joe Steiger of the St. Louis Police Officers Association breaks down stalled police pay raises, staffing challenges, and recruitment efforts. Sports director Tom Ackerman analyzes college basketball results, SLU's season prospects, coaching news, and NFL updates. The hour closes with a look at midterm election dynamics, Texas state Senate races, economic indicators affecting voter sentiment, and an upcoming Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria travel opportunity with Mark. Hashtags: #GroundhogsDay #MissouriEnergy #PolicePay #CollegeBasketball #NFL #Midterms #Travel #MarkCoxMorningShow Hour 4 saved to the official lis

Tom Ackerman breaks down the latest in college basketball, highlighting Illinois' big win over Nebraska, SLU's strong season, and the challenges mid-major programs face with transfers, the NIL, and conference positioning. He shares insights on coaching vacancies, media scrutiny, and how programs like Indiana leverage alumni and resources. Ackerman also previews the Super Bowl, backing the Seahawks over the Patriots, and touches on NFL coaching news, offering a full spectrum of sports analysis with his trademark mix of insight and humor. Hashtags: #CollegeBasketball #SLU #IllinoisBasketball #NIL #SuperBowl #NFL #TomAckerman #CoachingNews

(00:00-19:25) Joined by friend of the show, Blues analyst Joey Vitale. Complimenting Tim's question asking skills. The art of asking questions to athletes and just listening. New gerbils. Calling games from in between the benches. Joey didn't get invited to the gala. Joey's insight on last night's win over the Panthers. We're gonna have a drive by surprise guest.(19:33-31:28) Drops of the Week. Drops of the Week. We've got a surprise guest on the line. Caller Tom. Tom Ackerman joins us. Tom is a Jackson defender. National Champion Tom Ackerman. The win still doesn't feel real. SLU will be a tough matchup with they make the tournament. Putting the radio wars on hold for now.(31:38-53:47) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins us and he's fired up for the Walk Up The Hill for the Mississippi State game? Not sure that Mizzou is that good. Dennis Gates' development of players. Government names. Pig Brown. Rich in Warrenton is on the line and wants to talk Charles S. Dutton. Tales of Dan Devine and Warrenton Golf Course. Top notch call regardless of what the texters say.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Ackerman joins to break down major college and professional sports action, including Mizzou's thrilling buzzer-beater wins, Illinois' record-breaking performance by Keaton Wagler, and SLU's dominating victory over St. Bonaventure. Discussion covers NCAA prop betting restrictions following past gambling scandals, NIL concerns, and integrity issues in college sports. Ackerman also evaluates the Blues' season outlook, NFL matchups, and coaching moves, highlighting Mike Vrabel's new role with the Patriots. The segment blends analysis, insights on player performance, and predictions for upcoming games. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #TomAckerman #MizzouBasketball #IllinoisBasketball #SLUBasketball #NCAA #PropBetting #NIL #BluesHockey #NFL #MikeVrabel #Patriots

Marc and the team open with frigid weather commentary and energy concerns before analyzing potential government shutdowns tied to DHS and ICE funding disputes. Ryan Schmelz joins to explain the dynamics in Washington, highlighting Democrat strategies and filibuster challenges. Tom Ackerman covers college basketball highlights, prop betting issues, and local team performances, while NFL and NHL updates provide broader sports context. The hour closes with Marc addressing Hollywood celebrity commentary on law enforcement, reiterating the significance of ICE and police funding in current political debates. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #GovernmentShutdown #ICEFunding #RyanSchmelz #TomAckerman #CollegeBasketball #NFL #NHL #HollywoodPolitics #LocalSports

The full show spans four hours of cold-weather updates, political accountability, and local plus national news analysis. Hour 1 opens with snow and protest coverage, spotlighting liberal hypocrisy, law enforcement challenges, and Kim's “Kim on a Whim” segment on free speech. Hour 2 dives into icy roads, Hans von Spakovsky's legal insights on Minneapolis, Nicole Murray's market updates, and lighter daily news stories. Hour 3 covers Minnesota ICE operations, chaotic protests, Dan Buck's commentary on leadership failures, and traffic enforcement technology debates. Hour 4 addresses potential government shutdowns, Ryan Schmelz explains federal funding politics, Tom Ackerman highlights college basketball and prop betting issues, and Marc closes with Hollywood commentary tied to law enforcement and ICE. Across the show, political, social, and sports topics intertwine, blending national headlines with local perspectives and actionable insights. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #WinterWeather #MinneapolisProtests #PoliticalAccountability #KimOnAWhim #ICEOperations #GovernmentShutdown #RyanSchmelz #TomAckerman #LocalSports #CollegeBasketball #NFL #NHL #DailyNews #SocialCommentary

Tom Ackerman is joined by Brian Barnhart to break down Illinois' upset win at Purdue, led by Keaton Wagler's explosive scoring night. They discuss how Illinois landed Wagler, his confidence and fit in Brad Underwood's system, and why the Illini look like a real Big Ten and Final Four contender. The segment also covers lessons from the Nebraska loss, defensive growth, rebounding, and a look ahead at a tough upcoming schedule and rising national attention.

Tom Hart joins Tom Ackerman to break down Missouri's overtime win over Oklahoma, including Mark Mitchell's buzzer beater, Trent Pierce's logo three, and a look at Mizzou under Dennis Gates in a deep SEC. Brian Barnhart recaps Illinois' statement win at Purdue, highlighted by Keaton Wagler's historic scoring night and the Illini's Big Ten outlook. Josh Schertz follows to discuss SLU's blowout win over St. Bonaventure, Ishan Sharma's nine threes, and the Billikens' strong position atop the A 10.

Archbishop Mitchell Rozanski and Jim Brennan join Tom Ackerman to discuss McKelvey Homes' 1898 Society program and the donation to the Affordable Housing Fund. The conversation focuses on addressing the region's shortage of affordable housing, supporting families experiencing housing insecurity, and strengthening neighborhoods across the St. Louis region. They also discuss winter weather concerns for those facing homelessness and McKelvey Homes' commitment to continue supporting the Affordable Housing Fund in 2026.

St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom joins Tom Ackerman to discuss takeaways from the Winter Warm Up, including strong impressions of top prospects and the organization's growing catching depth. Bloom explains Yadier Molina's expanded role as a special assistant, addresses Brendan Donovan trade speculation, and outlines the search for a right handed bat. The conversation also touches on MLB's shifting media landscape and how the Cardinals plan to stay competitive through development and creativity.

The first two hours of Sports on a Sunday Morning with Tom Ackerman open with winter weather concerns before diving into a packed slate of sports and community conversation. Tom Hart breaks down Missouri's overtime win over Oklahoma, highlighted by Mark Mitchell's buzzer beater and Trent Pierce's logo three, plus a look at Mizzou under Dennis Gates. Brian Barnhart recaps Illinois' statement win at Purdue behind Keaton Wagler's historic scoring night and the Illini's Big Ten outlook. Josh Schertz joins to discuss SLU's dominant win over St. Bonaventure, Ish Sharma's nine threes, and the Billikens' hold on first place in the A 10. Hour 2 features Jim Brennan and Archbishop Mitchell T. Rozanski on affordable housing and community support, followed by Chaim Bloom on Cardinals prospects, Yadier Molina's role, and roster flexibility. The combined hours wrap with Bernie Miklasz breaking down Championship Sunday picks and the latest outlook on Brendan Donovan and the Cardinals' roster plans.

The full show delivers a packed Thursday morning of insight, interviews, and sharp commentary. Hour 1 kicks off with Stuart McMillan stepping in for Kim St. Ange, introducing “Stu in the Lou” and breaking down Missouri politics, Governor Kehoe's policy plans, and the state's economic direction. Hour 2 dives into Midwest headlines and accountability, spotlighting the Clintons' contempt proceedings and an exclusive sports chat with Tom Ackerman on Indiana's national title win. Hour 3 expands to foreign policy, with Jim Talent dissecting Trump's Greenland success and Mark Vargas exposing Illinois' migrant chaos and political fractures. The finale — Hour 4 — brings powerhouse guests Abigail Jackson, Shannon Bream, and Griff Jenkins, each giving perspective on Trump's global strategy, ICE enforcement, and media hypocrisy, closing with Marc's unforgettable Lindsey Graham story that perfectly caps off a lively, unfiltered morning show. #MarcCoxShow #StuInTheLou #JimTalent #MarkVargas #AbigailJackson #ShannonBream #GriffJenkins #AmericaFirst #MissouriPolitics #GreenlandDeal #ICE #MediaBias #LindseyGraham

Tom Ackerman joins Marc Cox to relive the Indiana Hoosiers' national championship win, sharing behind-the-scenes moments from the game, post-game celebrations, and the standout quarterback sneak by Mendoza. Ackerman highlights the team's grit, coaching strategy, and the impact on Indiana's football program, comparing it to the basketball legacy. He also touches on SLU's rise in college basketball, praising their coach's leadership and upcoming challenges. The segment blends sports analysis with personal anecdotes from the championship experience. #TomAckerman #IndianaHoosiers #CollegeFootball #SLUBasketball #Championship #MarcCoxShow #SportsHighlights

Hour 2 features Stuart McMillan filling in for Kim, bringing updates on the Midwest with a mix of lighthearted studio moments, snowstorm prep, and commentary on RFK Jr.'s political moves. The segment covers House Oversight actions against the Clintons, emphasizing accountability and congressional subpoenas, and includes an in-depth interview with Tom Ackerman on Indiana Hoosiers' championship and team dynamics. The hour closes with “In Other News,” highlighting quirky stories from lifetime beer for Coach Signetti to a coyote spotted on Alcatraz, and media shake-ups at CBS. #MarcCoxShow #MidwestNews #TomAckerman #IndianaHoosiers #HouseOversight #Clintons #SportsRecap #QuirkyNews #CBSNews #PunxsutawneyPhil

In this segment, Mark is joined by Indiana Alumnus Alex Rich & KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman. They react to the epic College Football National Championship victory for Indiana over Miami.

Tom Ackerman is live from the 29th annual Cardinals Winter Warm Up and is joined by Brycen Mautz, Alec Burleson, JJ Wetherholt, Leonardo Bernal, Michael McGreevy, Thomas Saggese and Andre Pallante.

Marc kicks off with Thursday snow updates and teases Tom Ackerman's sports coverage, spotlighting Kentucky's miraculous buzzer-beater and SLU's dominating season with a Big East push. Politically, he breaks down Congressman Mike Bost's Supreme Court victory allowing challenges to late mail-in ballots. Investigative reporting highlights Nick Shirley exposing empty Minnesota daycare centers and fraudulent non-emergency transport payments. “In Other News” touches on fading baby names, Jennifer Lawrence rehoming her dog, McDonald's menu additions, a teen's life-saving leg amputation, and NASA's $750K Mars food challenge. Teasers include Jim Talent on Iran and Jimmy Failla ticket giveaways. #SLUBasketball #KentuckyBasketball #DaycareFraud #InvestigativeReporting #InOtherNews #NASA #JimmyPhelah #JimTalent

Tom Ackerman joins Marc and Kim to break down a packed sports slate — from Kentucky's buzzer-beater win to SLU's case for joining the Big East, backed by Senator Eric Schmitt. Ackerman hails SLU as St. Louis' top team right now, dominating the A-10 and deserving national attention. The conversation shifts to the Cardinals' major roster shake-up, with Nolan Arenado heading to Arizona as part of a youth-focused rebuild. Tom wraps up by previewing his trip to Miami for championship coverage and reflecting on the evolution of St. Louis sports venues. #TomAckerman #SLUBasketball #BigEast #CardinalsBaseball #NolanArenado #KentuckyBasketball #MarcCoxMorningShow

Matt Pauley talks with Cardinals beat write Rob Rains to discuss the Ryne Stanek deal the Cardinals have reportedly made, as well as what it means for the 2026 bullpen. Plus, Matt replays audio from a conversation Tom Ackerman had with Chaim Bloom previewing the future of the offseason and spring training.

Chris & Amy continue to wonder what happened to the escaped monkeys and goat; what could happen to Six Flags?; Auto expert Greg Damon on safety inspections; Tom Ackerman joins with Cardinals trade news; Amy's car wouldn't pass inspection.

Chris and Amy recap the Blues Hall of Fame ceremony; explore the St Louis crime stats with a criminologist; a financial planners says Trump's credit card plan may not work; an auto expert warns against elimination of safety inspections; Tom Ackerman breaks Cardinals news about Nolan Arenado; plus more on the escaped monkeys in St Louis and concerns about the fate of Six Flags.

Marc and Tom Ackerman break down Indiana's stunning college football playoff run, highlighting quarterback Fernando Mendoza's rise, the team's offensive and defensive strategies, and key plays that led to victories over Oregon. Ackerman analyzes player performances, coaching decisions, and the team's preparation for the upcoming national championship game against Miami. They also touch on notable NFL games, upsets, and playoff matchups, with Mark sharing his excitement about attending the Denver game in person. #CollegeFootball #IndianaHoosiers #FernandoMendoza #TomAckerman #Playoffs #NationalChampionship

The hour opens with the bizarre St. Louis story of four monkeys and a goat running loose, sparking conspiracy theories and memes. Mark segues into an in-depth interview with bestselling author Brad Meltzer about his thriller The Viper, exploring Dover Air Force Base, witness protection, and unique research that inspired his book. Later, Tom Ackerman breaks down Indiana's college football playoff run, highlighting quarterback Fernando Mendoza's rise and giving insight into NFL playoff matchups. The hour wraps with Mark revisiting Meltzer's PR missteps and local reactions to the monkey story, blending humor, local color, and pop culture. #StLouisMonkeys #BradMeltzer #TheViper #CollegeFootball #NFLPlayoffs #RadioHighlights

This show blends politics, business, and sports with a mix of analysis and entertainment. Hans von Spakovsky tackles legal and electoral issues, while Nicole Murray provides a sharp check-in on the business landscape. Dan Buck adds perspective on criminal justice and community matters. Brad Meltzer discusses his new thriller The Viper, revealing the secrets of Dover Air Force Base and witness protection. Tom Ackerman breaks down college football and NFL playoff action, spotlighting Indiana's rise and star players like Fernando Mendoza. All this is interspersed with lighter moments, including the viral story of four monkeys and a goat roaming St. Louis, keeping listeners engaged throughout. #Politics #Business #Law #Crime #Sports #CollegeFootball #NFL #BookTalk #BradMeltzer #ViralNews #StLouis

Hour 1 covers a wild NFL playoff weekend including the Chicago Bears' comeback win over the Packers, the Rams surviving Carolina, and a look ahead to the divisional round. Tom Ackerman also reacts to his Indiana Hoosiers reaching the national championship game against the Miami Hurricanes on January 19. The show breaks down the Billikens' 84 to 72 win over La Salle and Kellen Thames' SportsCenter Top 10 play, plus concerns about free throw disparities around the A 10 and SEC. The hour closes with the Blues' 4 to 2 loss in Vegas, Philip Broberg's injury and new contract, and concerns about St. Louis heading into a tough stretch of games.

Bernie Miklasz joins Tom Ackerman to talk about Indiana's historic football run, the rise of Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears, and what the Cardinals still need to fix as they rebuild for the future.

Hour 2 features NFL playoff picks before Tom Ackerman talks Indiana football with Don Fischer, the Voice of the Hoosiers, about IU's historic run to the national championship game. Chaim Bloom joins to discuss the Cardinals' bullpen, roster plans, and rebuilding trust with fans, and the hour wraps with Bernie Miklasz breaking down Indiana football, the Chicago Bears, and where the Cardinals still need to improve.

Tom Ackerman joins the show to celebrate major wins for Missouri and SLU basketball, including Mizzou's first-ever victory at Rupp Arena and SLU's breakthrough at VCU. He discusses the Midwest's strong college basketball scene, upcoming NCAA tournament rounds in St. Louis, and other local sports events. Ackerman also weighs in on the Blues' struggles, recent Cardinals moves, and previews key college football matchups, including Ole Miss vs. Miami and Indiana's game against Oregon, sharing his excitement for the season and the potential for a national championship run. #MarcCoxShow #TomAckerman #CollegeBasketball #MissouriTigers #SLUBillikens #NCAA #Blues #Cardinals #CollegeFootball #SportsHighlights

This hour opens with discussion of safety concerns at West County Mall after a woman and her daughter encounter a carjacking attempt, sparking a broader conversation on mall security, police patrols, and crime prevention. The focus then shifts to Tom Ackerman, reviewing major sports wins including Missouri's upset at Kentucky, SLU's victory at VCU, and updates on Indiana football, the NCAA tournament, and local Olympic and World Cup-related events. The hour closes with “In Other News,” a mix of bizarre and uplifting stories—from a stolen walrus penis and a dropped engagement ring in Michigan to a Disney stunt gone wrong, AI errors in police reports, and the potential spread of flesh-eating parasitic flies to Missouri. #MarcCoxShow #WestCountyMall #TomAckerman #MizzouBasketball #SLUBasketball #NCAATournament #InOtherNews #WeirdNews #LocalSecurity

Hour 4 covers a mix of international and domestic political developments. The hour opens with updates on Nicolas Maduro's arrest and upcoming court appearance, including live reports from Tonya J. Powers outside the courthouse and analysis of the careful timing and political considerations behind the operation. The discussion touches on institutional failures in U.S. higher education, highlighting the need for objectivity in classrooms as admitted by Harvard's current president. Tom Ackerman then provides a deep dive into college football and professional sports highlights, from Indiana's upset over Alabama to MLB roster strategies. The hour concludes with the breaking story of a Secret Service detention at JD Vance's home and a recap of Sidney Powell's 2020 claims about Venezuelan-origin electronic voting software, noting potential implications tied to Maduro's capture and U.S. election integrity.

The Mark Cox Morning Show kicks off 2026 with high-stakes news and sharp analysis. Hour 1 dives into Nicolás Maduro's U.S. capture, the $9 billion Minnesota daycare fraud scandal, and the fallout for Governor Tim Walz, mixed with humor, New Year's chatter, and Mark's reflections on socialism and border security. Hour 2 provides legal context from Hans von Spakovsky, market insights from Dom Savino, and a mix of quirky and serious headlines from “In Other News.” Hour 3 examines media accountability, the closure of a TV station for the holidays, and CBS's efforts to regain trust, alongside political commentary and media critique. Hour 4 balances live courtroom updates from Tonya J. Powers on Maduro, sports analysis with Tom Ackerman, election software concerns from Sidney Powell's 2020 revelations, and breaking political security news at JD Vance's home. Across the show, the team blends hard-hitting political reporting, legal insight, market updates, sports breakdowns, and cultural commentary to inform and engage listeners. #Maduro #TimWalz #MinnesotaFraud #LegalAnalysis #Markets #TonyaJPowers #TomAckerman #SidneyPowell #ElectionSecurity #MarkCoxMorningShow

Tom Ackerman covers the week in sports, highlighting Indiana's dominant college football win over Alabama, analyzing key plays, player performances, and coaching strategies. He also recaps other college and professional games, including dramatic endings in basketball and the NFL, and updates on the St. Louis Cardinals' roster moves, trades, and farm system development, giving listeners an inside look at both team strategy and player potential.

Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski joins Tom Ackerman to discuss Indiana Hoosiers football's historic rise under head coach Curt Cignetti, the shifting power in college football, and Stifel's deep connection to sports in St. Louis and beyond. The conversation also covers Stifel's sponsorship of the U.S. Ski Team, Olympic expectations in Milan–Cortina, and the impact of stars like Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin.

Former St. Louis Blues defenseman Barret Jackman joined Tom Ackerman to reflect on his physical playing style, the reality of competing through injuries, and what it means to play the game the right way. Jackman discusses his upcoming induction into the Blues Hall of Fame, praises Kelly Chase's impact on the St. Louis community, and shares insight on the current Blues outlook, including strong goaltending, the evolving blue line, and the importance of passing down the tradition of leaving the Blue Note better than you found it.

Hour 1 features a full lineup of guests as Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski joins Tom Ackerman to discuss Indiana Hoosiers football, leadership, and Stifel's growing role in sports and the Olympics. SLU head coach Josh Schertz breaks down a dominant win, defensive accountability, and what it will take to stay sharp heading into a tough road test at VCU. The hour wraps with former St. Louis Blues defenseman Barret Jackman reflecting on toughness, Blues culture, his Hall of Fame induction, and the outlook for the current Blues roster.

Chaim Bloom joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals' offseason approach, fan engagement during winter events, and the impact of the newly upgraded spring training complex in Jupiter. Bloom addresses the trade market, starting pitching depth, and the ongoing situation with Nolan Arenado, while outlining a long-term vision focused on development, smart roster fits, and sustainable success for the St. Louis Cardinals.

Bernie Miklasz joins Tom Ackerman to break down Indiana's decisive win over Alabama in the College Football Playoff, pushing back on national narratives that leaned on brand names over data. Bernie explains why Indiana was elite by every meaningful metric, praises head coach Curt Cignetti, and calls out media for failing to adjust to the modern college football landscape shaped by NIL and the transfer portal. The conversation then pivots to the St. Louis Cardinals, where Bernie shares his expectations for the offseason, including the future of Nolan Arenado and why the organization should remain patient and firm on trade value for Brendan Donovan.

Hour 2 opens with a look at the NFL playoff picture before Greg Amsinger joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the upcoming Amsinger Series event, the St. Louis Cardinals' direction, and what the next era of Cardinals baseball could look like. Chaim Bloom follows with insight on the Cardinals' offseason strategy, roster decisions, and long-term vision, including the situation surrounding Nolan Arenado. The hour wraps with Bernie Miklasz breaking down Indiana's statement win over Alabama and offering perspective on where the Cardinals stand as the organization balances youth, development, and expectations.

Tom Ackerman dives into the challenges facing college athletics under the NIL system, highlighting how frequent transfers and unlimited pay opportunities disrupt team cohesion and long-term player development. He emphasizes the need for structured rules, oversight, and a governing authority to manage fairness across conferences. Ackerman also reviews local sports, praising Indiana's college football success and analyzing Missouri vs. Illinois, the Blues' recent NHL victories, and the Cardinals' trade of Wilson Contreras for promising pitching prospects. The discussion balances systemic issues in athletics with immediate updates on St. Louis sports.

The final hour blends local and national topics with a mix of politics, sports, and lifestyle. It opens with holiday weather and travel plans, including Mark's upcoming Switzerland trip, before moving to the political landscape with Kurt Schwab discussing Texas District 33, redistricting, and priorities for veterans and first responders. Sports coverage with Tom Ackerman addresses the impact of NIL rules on college football, Missouri vs. Illinois, and the Blues' recent victories. The hour concludes with commentary on JD Vance's defense of his wife amid political infighting and the broader challenges facing the conservative movement.