Podcasts about Whim

In this New Year's Eve edition of Kim on a Whim, Kim runs through her picks for the top stories of 2025 — from Gayle King's controversial “astronaut” claim and the historic election of Pope Leo from Chicago to the deadly D.C. air collision, the record-long government shutdown, and the tragic Texas flood. She also revisits Elon Musk's feud with Trump over tariffs and the fiery backlash from Tesla owners, wrapping up with “Liberation Day,” when Trump's tariffs reshaped global trade. The crew weighs in throughout with humor, disbelief, and sharp commentary on media spin and political hypocrisy. #KimOnAWhim #TopStories2025 #TrumpTariffs #ElonMusk #PopeLeo #MarkCoxMorningShow

Kim recaps the final top stories of 2025, highlighting natural disasters, political controversies, and major national events. She covers California wildfires, the longest government shutdown, major tariffs, and immigration enforcement, noting leadership failures and systemic issues. The segment closes with an emotional tribute to Charlie Kirk, reflecting on his influence on youth, conservative activism, and the surge in Bible sales following his death, emphasizing both national and personal impact as 2026 begins.

Hour 3 explores the major stories and policy changes of 2025 through a mix of analysis and commentary. Heidi Harrison examines pilot salaries and public perception, Mary Vogt highlights conservative wins, economic policy, and media integrity, and SNAP reform is discussed with a focus on health and social impact. Kim Onowale's “Kim on a Whim” segments recap the year's top news, from natural disasters and government actions to immigration enforcement, ending with a heartfelt tribute to Charlie Kirk, underscoring both societal and personal significance.

In her “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim spotlights a New York school's shocking find: students banned from smartphones can't read analog clocks anymore. The team unpacks what happens when tech convenience replaces basic life skills — from map reading to face-to-face interaction — and how dependence on screens may be eroding attention spans, creativity, and resilience. The discussion widens to VR, anxiety in kids, toxic chemicals, and overstimulation, ending with a nostalgic reminder that sometimes the best toy is still a cardboard box.

Hour 1 of The Marc Cox Morning Show blends sharp humor and cultural critique — from a Florida judge booted for dressing as Elvis to a sobering look at AI replacing Stanford grads in entry-level jobs. Heidi's “Kim on a Whim” highlights a New York school where students can't read analog clocks after a smartphone ban, sparking a deeper talk about tech dependency, lost life skills, and social decay. The hour wraps with a fiery debate on Hollywood's woke obsession, the sexualization of children's media, and why homeschooling may be the last refuge for protecting kids' minds.

Marc opens the show fuming over another early-morning McDonald's disaster before shifting gears to a packed lineup featuring Todd Pyro, Mark Walters, and an update on the Tesla vandalism case. He then shares a powerful story of generosity—a $1,000 Christmas tip for a hardworking single mom—followed by Kim's “On a Whim” segment on the Pennsylvania bus driver fired for banning Spanish to stop bullying, sparking a fiery debate over discipline and DEI overreach. The hour closes with Marc's sharp defense of America's First Amendment freedoms, warning that nations like Australia and the U.K. are sliding into thought control. #MarkCoxShow #FreeSpeech #ChristmasKindness #SchoolBusControversy #McDonaldsFail

In Kim on a Whim, the crew dives into the story of a Pennsylvania bus driver fired for posting a sign banning Spanish on her bus. Kim breaks down the controversy, explaining the driver's claim that it was about stopping bullying, not discrimination. Marc and Kim debate whether the punishment fit the “crime,” calling out weak school discipline, zero-tolerance nonsense, and the breakdown of authority in classrooms and buses. Listeners chime in with their takes—some backing the driver, others suggesting cameras or better oversight. The takeaway: rules mean nothing when schools won't enforce them. #KimOnAWhim #SchoolBusControversy #DisciplineCrisis #MarkCoxShow

In this charged “Kim on a Whim,” the discussion takes aim at the growing threat of radical Islam and the refusal of many leaders to confront it. Kim cites global terror statistics showing tens of thousands of Islamist attacks since 9/11 and argues that political correctness and open-border policies have left Western nations vulnerable. Marc adds that too few Muslim leaders publicly condemn violence, while Europe's fear-driven cancellations of public celebrations show how far the problem has spread. The segment closes with a call for tougher immigration policies and a defense of free speech and national security.

Hour 1 of The Marc Cox Morning Show blends local flavor with national fire. The team opens with talk of a 70-degree Christmas, a failed “snow car” giveaway, and festive Grinch sightings before diving into the explosive weekend at AmFest — from JD Vance's populist warnings to Tucker Carlson's fiery remarks on division and faith. Kim's “On a Whim” tackles radical Islam's rise and Europe's retreat from its own traditions, while Marc calls for stronger immigration control and cultural defense. The hour closes with JD Vance's full-throttle speech and reaction to Jasmine Crockett's meltdown, capped by new revelations about Georgia's 2020 election count.

Dan Buck joins the show to reflect on the final Dasher's Dive Bar show of the season and shares a humorous, politically correct-themed Santa poem highlighting modern holiday challenges. He also discusses the group's “blessing” tradition—pooling money to give a substantial tip to a deserving server—emphasizing generosity, community impact, and the joy of giving back during the season. The segment ends with a teaser on upcoming stories, including Kim on a Whim covering San Francisco's self-driving car outage.

Marc and Kim dive into Trump's executive order reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule 1 to Schedule 3 drug, sparking mixed reactions. They debate medical use versus moral messaging, question whether the move promotes more drug use among youth, and point out the booming dispensary business. Marc warns that today's pot is far stronger than decades ago, shares a personal fentanyl story from an ambulance ride, and fields listener texts comparing marijuana to bourbon in a spirited, funny, and skeptical back-and-forth. #Trump #Marijuana #MedicalMarijuana #DrugPolicy #THC #StLouisTalk #MarkCoxShow #PoliticsAndCulture

In her “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim reacts to New York's new socialist mayor, Zoran Mamdani, and rising youth support for socialism, calling it a failure of America's education system. She highlights 24-year-old entrepreneur Stephen Wang and his investing app “Dub,” which lets users mirror proven investors' portfolios to promote capitalism and shared ownership over government dependency. Marc draws parallels to index funds and warns against the risks of day trading, while Kim argues the American Dream is still alive — if people take part in the system instead of rejecting it. #KimOnAWhim #Socialism #Capitalism #InvestingApp #AmericanDream #DubApp

Hour 1 of The Marc Cox Morning Show kicks off with birthday celebrations for Kim, complete with donuts and laughter, before shifting into sharp political talk. Marc and Kim dissect Trump's concise national address, questioning its timing and purpose ahead of the State of the Union. The team then revisits the explosive Candace Owens–Piers Morgan exchange over conspiracy claims surrounding Charlie Kirk's shooting. Kim's “Whim” dives into America's growing flirtation with socialism, spotlighting a young entrepreneur's app that promotes shared ownership and the power of capitalism. The hour closes with a sweet surprise—Scott from Donuts Delight delivering a custom “36” donut for Kim's birthday. #MarkCoxMorningShow #KimsBirthday #TrumpSpeech #CandaceOwens #KimOnAWhim #Capitalism #DonutsDelight

Marc opens strong with a defense of Trump's comments about Rob Reiner, arguing the media has twisted the story to paint Trump as cruel while ignoring Reiner's own venom toward conservatives. He slams the Vanity Fair hit piece on Susie Wiles and calls out the FBI's internal memo showing hesitation to raid Mar-a-Lago. In “The Shortlist,” he mocks AOC's Civil War comparison to immigration enforcement, skewers James Carville's latest meltdown, and laughs at a TSA agent's viral “Trump dance” after a $10,000 shutdown bonus. Kim's “Kim on a Whim” turns to early 2028 predictions — JD Vance leads the betting markets while Gavin Newsom tries to reinvent himself — with Nicki Minaj and Halle Berry joining the anti-Newsom chorus. The hour ends with Marc fielding listener texts on 2028 matchups, ridiculing New York's “free bus fare” logic, and torching the left's entitlement mindset. #Trump #MediaBias #AOC #KimOnAWhim #Election2028 #GavinNewsom #JDVance

In her “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim dives into the early chatter surrounding the 2028 presidential race, noting that betting markets already have JD Vance leading the pack while Gavin Newsom maneuvers for national relevance. She flags Kamala Harris's odd moves, AOC's delusional ambitions, and even celebrity takes — with Nicki Minaj and Halle Berry both publicly ripping Newsom over his trans policy comments. Kim and Marc discuss the betting odds, from The Rock to Tucker Carlson, and laugh off speculation about Trump running again. They close by inviting listeners to text in their own early picks for both parties

In this fiery “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc dig into reports that D.C.'s outgoing police chief manipulated crime data to make the city appear safer—echoing tactics seen in other Democrat-run cities. They call out the broader trend of political pressure leading departments to downgrade or bury serious offenses, undermining victims and public trust. Kim argues the manipulation should carry legal consequences, not quiet resignations, while Marc says it's part of a nationwide refusal to face the real roots of crime. The segment ends with sharp humor about “defund” activists living with their own policies—a mix of outrage and satire that defines Kim's weekly spotlight.

Marc kicks off the morning with a raspy voice but a full show ahead, fresh from honoring Officer Addison Boyette in Wentzville for “Feed Our First Responders.” The hour moves from Walmart's food reform and global gun control debates to Trump's controversial post on Rob Reiner's death — a point Kim says hurts the GOP's image despite his strong record. “Kim on a Whim” takes aim at crime data manipulation in D.C., exposing how police leaders fudge numbers to appease political bosses. The hour wraps with word that Missouri AG Katherine Hannaway has been targeted by Chinese bots after the state's COVID lawsuit win, sparking laughs — and a warning about fake accounts and online scams.

Hour 3 covers a mix of practical, personal, and lighter topics. It opens with Michelle McBride, St. Charles County Collector of Revenue, explaining delays with senior property tax bills and how residents can still pay on time despite online portal issues. Next, Todd Pyro of Fox & Friends First shares humorous reflections on holiday gift-giving, taxes, and real estate in Connecticut. The hour continues with 2A Tuesday, featuring Brian Gans, CEO of Berna, who discusses non-lethal firearms designed for personal safety and the regulatory challenges in states like California. The final segment, Kim on a Whim, highlights a viral video of the McDonald's CEO advising employees to take personal responsibility for their careers, sparking a conversation on workforce culture, minimum wage expectations, and post-COVID labor issues.

In this fiery edition of Kim on a Whim, Kim tears into New York City's proposed “Community Opportunity for Purchase Act,” a bill that would force landlords to offer their properties to nonprofits and land trusts before putting them on the open market. She and Marc call it government overreach and an attack on property rights, warning it could crush investment and drive landlords out of the city. They mock the idea that nonprofits—often politically tied and inexperienced in real estate—could manage housing effectively, likening it to Soviet-style control. The segment closes with listener reactions and a reminder that cities “get what they vote for” when they choose socialist leadership

Marc kicks off a frigid Monday with reflections on global and domestic crises. He covers the deadly Hanukkah attack in Australia, the uncertain investigation into the Brown University shooting, and the shocking murder of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, highlighting Reiner's Jewish faith and Hollywood legacy. Kim on a Whim then examines New York City's proposed law forcing landlords to offer properties to nonprofits before selling, calling it a “communist dystopia” and warning of economic fallout. The hour closes with a deep dive into Arizona's voter registration issues, revealing 218,000 citizens' eligibility errors and critiquing what Marc sees as systemic loopholes favoring illegal voters.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2830: Jay and Heather Harrington share timeless guidance for raising resilient, curious, and purpose-driven kids. From choosing lifelong learning over conventional paths to redefining success beyond money, their advice empowers young minds to shape fulfilling lives on their own terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/2018/lessons-for-kids-lifes-infinite-possibilites Quotes to ponder: "Make money a byproduct of a life rich with the things that really matter." "Create a virtuous cycle of reading, learning, and then doing." "You need to carve your own path. You need to seize your own opportunities. You need to make your own choices." Episode references: Choose Yourself by James Altucher: https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Yourself-James-Altucher/dp/1490313370

Hour one opens with Marc battling technical glitches and snow reports before diving into sharp political commentary on redistricting failures in Indiana and liberal petition drives in Missouri. He praises Kristi Noem's fiery congressional testimony, hits Biden over inflation spin, and mocks media silence on Trump's economic wins — including a halved deficit and a five-year low trade gap. Kim's “Kim on a Whim” takes aim at welfare abuse and cultural dependency, warning of a nation losing its work ethic, while the hour closes with a fiery exchange over the Michigan coach scandal and the balance between temptation and accountability.

Kim takes aim at new data showing nearly 90% of Somali refugee households with children in Minnesota are on welfare, arguing it reflects a larger cultural decay fueled by government dependency. She and Marc criticize the system's lack of accountability, saying it rewards idleness, penalizes fatherhood, and discourages self-reliance. The pair call for stricter welfare verification and lament how progressivism has normalized long-term handouts, warning that future generations will pay the price for a nation losing its work ethic.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2829: Jay and Heather Harrington reflect on meaningful one-on-one moments with their daughter and the questions that arise as kids begin to dream big. They share the first five life lessons they hope to pass on, insights about purpose, self-awareness, ambition, and choosing your own path, that encourage kids to stay curious and embrace life's possibilities. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/2018/lessons-for-kids-lifes-infinite-possibilites Quotes to ponder: "If you love what you do, if you derive meaning from your work, if you affect people in a positive way, then work hard, harder than feels comfortable at times." "Don't let anyone else tell you what's most important or valuable. Know what's right for you, know your 'Why' and never let it go." "Run in circles of people that lift each other up, not drag each other down."

Marc opens the Thursday show with Christmas shopping banter and the chaos of office parties before diving into the Mark Cox Shortlist, hammering the left's obsession with identity politics and “white guilt.” He exposes massive fraud in Obamacare subsidies and blasts Washington's habit of throwing more money at broken programs. Kim's “Kim on a Whim” zeroes in on Hollywood's moral rewrite—turning villains into victims and teaching kids that evil just needs empathy—drawing a straight line from movie culture to the left's criminal leniency. The hour closes with Marc mocking Kamala Harris' “historic figure” claim and skewering Jasmine Crockett's Senate bid as political comedy gold

Kim takes aim at Hollywood's growing trend of rewriting villains as misunderstood victims, from Disney's Cruella to the upcoming Cinderella spinoff Steps. She argues that the cultural push to blur the line between good and evil is seeping into kids' media — turning moral clarity into moral confusion. Marc joins in, connecting the dots between “rehabilitated” villains and the left's habit of excusing real-world criminals and illegal immigrants as victims of circumstance. Together they warn that this cultural rewriting, wrapped in DEI and “equity” language, is eroding personal responsibility and moral truth. #KimOnAWhim #CultureWar

Marc and Kim revisit a viral clip of a goose attack that led to a 72-year-old woman's hospitalization—sparking a hilarious debate about goose “teeth” and whether Marc could really toss one mid-attack. From there, they shift to an awkward on-air exchange between an ESPN reporter and quarterback Justin Herbert, dissecting the balance between player obligations and media access. The talk expands into how athletes—and even politicians like Joe Biden—handle (or dodge) the press, before circling back to the online frenzy over goose videos and irrational bird fears.

In her “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim St. Onge unloads on Illinois' sanctuary policies after ICE revealed the state released nearly 1,800 criminal illegal aliens—some convicted of homicide, assault, and sexual offenses—despite active detainers. She slams Gov. J.B. Pritzker for protecting noncitizens over public safety, while Marc adds that such policies insult legal immigrants like Gene Simmons, who followed the law. Together, they argue Illinois' leadership has abandoned accountability and jeopardized its own citizens. #KimOnAWhim #SanctuaryState #IllinoisPolitics #IllegalImmigration #PublicSafety

Marc kicks off Tuesday fired up about illegal immigration and government hypocrisy. He blasts states that hand out driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants and spotlights Missouri's clash over proposed red flag laws. Kim St. Onge's “Kim on a Whim” slams Illinois for releasing violent illegal offenders, while Marc ridicules Jasmine Crockett's Texas Senate bid and wraps the hour by echoing Glenn Beck's frustration over corruption with no accountability.

Artspeak Radio, Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 9am -10am CST, 90.1fm KKFI Kansas City Community Radio, streaming live audio www.kkfi.org Producer/host Maria Vasquez Boyd welcomes founder/artistic director Whim Productions Kevin King and actor Devin Burns, and Vulpes Bastille artists. Whim Productions' World Premiere of "My Kid's Christmas Program" is Chaotic Holiday Fun Whim Productions, KC's LGBTQ+ theater company, is putting on a holiday program! But in My Kid's Christmas Program, written by Kevin King, the tinsel's tangled, the pageant's off the rails, and Miss Peach's Academy has lost its auditorium. You're invited to the annual holiday pageant for Miss Peach's Academy. Forced to relocate to Whim Space after a series of mishaps, the “kids” (played by adults) are ready to belt and blunder their way through a holiday pageant like no other. It's the holiday program you remember... just with more sass, irreverence, and emotional baggage. A delightfully twisted immersive experience for the grown-ups who survived grade-school pageants. There are only five performances of this fourth-wall-breaking, silly, and unserious production, and no two are exactly alike. Catch the holiday spirit while you can! Content Advisory: Suggested for ages 16+. Ticket Information: • Full-price tickets start at $30. Pay What You Whim pricing is available on select dates. • Tickets are available now at whimproductions.org. Run Time: ~90 minutes Venue: Whim Space, 415 Prospect, Kansas City, MO 64124 Dates and Times: Thurs. December 11, 7:30 pm (Preview) Fri. December 12, 7:30 pm Sat. December 13, 7:30 pm Sun. December 14, 3:00 pm Mon. December 15, 7:30 pm Cast includes: Abigail Brisbane Devin Burns Michael Golliher Pete Kuhn Brad Mathewson Tiffany Michelle Gabriel Noah Orpheyuss Sandy Osborn Kyle Tichenor Jerry Tracy Diana Watts Creative includes: Playwright & Director - Kevin King Choreography - Meghann Deveroux Scenic Design - Austin Cecil Lighting Design - Austin VanWinkle Whim Productions, founded in 2011, creates challenging and evocative queer theater. We focus on providing opportunities for LGBTQ+ theater artists to tell their own stories and share the diversity of queer experiences with Kansas City audiences. VULPES BASTILLE is an artist-run space in Kansas City's East Crossroads that houses twelve studios and hosts monthly exhibitions selected through an open call. Located in a 100-year-old renovated dancehall, Vulpes Bastille offers an expansive platform for the community to create and display work, with an emphasis on experimental projects, emerging voices, and students. Vulpes Bastille has remained a fortress for Kansas City's creative community since 2012. This month, Vulpes Bastille proudly presents two new exhibitions Please Don't Touch the Art and At Least You Can't Be Sad If There Are Balloons. Please Don't Touch the Art, featuring more than 50 staff members of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art organized by Nora Snyder. Please Don't Touch the Art is a group exhibition featuring more than fifty employees of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. From security guards and custodians to administrative assistants and art handlers, the staff of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art keeps the museum running smoothly for the benefit of the people of Kansas City. But what the public doesn't get to see is that members of the museum staff often harbor artistic talents of their own. Naturally, the museum draws a community of caretakers who love art and devote their lives to it in more than one sense. Organized by artist and museum employee Nora Snyder, Please Don't Touch the Art showcases the diverse and extraordinary talents of the NAMA staff. Currently on view Closing Reception: Monday, December 22, 6 - 9 pm At Least You Can't Be Sad If There Are Balloons, a solo exhibition of 17 self-portrait paintings by Corey Green. In my work, I use balloons as a powerful symbol of the pressure and trials that have shaped my life—experiences that have stretched me to my limits and at times, deflated me. Balloons, filled with air, reflect moments of tension and build-up, but they also speak to the inevitable deflation that follows. For me, the image of a balloon is both a metaphor for resilience and vulnerability: the pressure of life pushing me to expand, only to be followed by the emptiness and raw exposure that comes when that pressure subsides or bursts. My work is an invitation to reflect on these moments of transformation—how pressure, release, and deflation are not signs of weakness, but steps in a continual process of transformation and survival. Currently on view Closing Reception: Wednesday, December 17, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (on view until Monday, December 22) Both shows will be on view through December 22, with gallery hours from Sundays 1-4 pm. You can also email us to schedule an appointment. On Wednesday, December 17 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, we invite you to Corey Green's half-birthday party and the closing reception for At least you can't be sad if there are balloons. The artists will host a closing reception for Please Don't Touch the Art on Monday, December 22 from 6-9 pm. Also this month, on Saturday, December 13 from 7-8 pm, we're co-hosting a Poetry Reading with Bear Review featuring Clayton Adam Clark and Ruth Williams. Vulpes Bastille is located at 1737 Locust St. KCMO www.vulpesbastille.com Gallery Hours: First Fridays 6-9 PM Sundays 1-4 PM By Appointment

Hour 3 of the Mark Cox Morning Show covers international and domestic headlines alongside lighter local stories. The hour opens with updates on the stalled Ukraine-Russia peace talks, discussing territorial disputes, security concerns, and President Trump's reactions. Attention then shifts to U.S. politics, including debates over presidential powers to target narco terrorists, media bias, and hypocrisy in Democratic policies as highlighted by Dan Buck in The Buck Stops Here. The hour closes with Kim on a Whim examining BJC Healthcare's controversial policy letting minors restrict parental access to medical records, raising serious questions about parental rights and minor consent.

In this “Kim on a Whim,” Kim takes aim at Trump's floated idea of 50-year mortgages, calling it “a terrible idea” that traps buyers in decades of debt with little equity. She and Marc agree with Dave Ramsey's blistering takedown, arguing such loans solve nothing in the housing crunch. The pair dig into affordability challenges, California's rebuilding woes, and the danger of repeating pre-2008 lending mistakes. The segment wraps with talk of inflated home prices, younger buyers' unrealistic expectations, and a reminder that history has seen tough housing cycles before — and survived them.

Marc kicks off a freezing Friday with talk of single-digit temps before diving into national headlines — from the FBI's years-long inaction on the DNC pipe bomber to the Supreme Court's Texas redistricting ruling that dismantles claims of “racial gerrymandering.” Kim's “Kim on a Whim” zeroes in on Trump's proposed 50-year mortgage, calling it financial nonsense, while the pair debate housing affordability and past lending crises. The hour closes with Stephen A. Smith's fiery appearance on The View, where he defends fairness and slams liberal groupthink — earning rare applause from Marc.

Hour 1 opens on a frigid Friday morning with Marc Cox covering national headlines, including the FBI's years-long inaction on the DNC pipe bomber and the Supreme Court's ruling on Texas redistricting that dismantles claims of racial gerrymandering. Kim's “Kim on a Whim” critiques Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal, sparking a lively discussion about housing affordability, lending crises, and equity for homeowners versus banks. The hour closes with Stephen A. Smith appearing on The View, defending fairness and challenging liberal groupthink, earning applause from Marc. Hour 2 blends local hero stories, charitable efforts, and eclectic news. The show honors first responders and discusses Missouri's Amendment 3, before featuring Bo Matthews in the Thought Tub promoting a children's toy drive and a high-end raffle supporting police. Business news covers Waymo's expansion into St. Louis, Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and quirky trends like Starbucks dating culture. Lighter segments explore airline policies on overweight passengers, the renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, daring wildlife encounters, a cheetah “frozen zoo,” and Pantone's 2026 color of the year, Cloud Dancer. Hour 3 dives into politics and policy, focusing on U.S. drug boat strikes and the debate over the “narco-terrorist” label, with insights from Congressman Bob Onder and analysis of past and current strategies. Texas redistricting and Missouri ballot language controversies are explored, highlighting partisan court decisions and political implications. The hour wraps with a deeper look at Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal, examining its practicality, impact on equity, and potential advantages for homeowners versus banks. Hour 4 features Secretary of State Denny Hoskins discussing the Missouri Appeals Court's changes to Amendment 3 ballot language, ongoing legal challenges, and election integrity efforts. State Representative Phil Amato explains his bill defining AI limits, ensuring AI cannot marry, hold jobs, or claim human rights. Jessica Rosenthal reports on nationwide law enforcement challenges, including officer morale, recruitment struggles, and safety risks amid rising threats and scrutiny. The show concludes with Charlie Metzner from the STL Hero Network highlighting their bourbon raffle and 12 Bars of Charity pub crawl, raising funds for first responders and other nonprofits.

Marc Cox opens the first hour with icy weather updates and MODOT's road prep before turning to national headlines, defending Trump's decisive military response against drug smugglers and blasting media hypocrisy. The conversation shifts to Halle Berry's public takedown of Gavin Newsom over women's health, then to “Kim on a Whim,” where Kim St. Onge unpacks Candace Owens' controversial accusations against TPUSA following Charlie Kirk's assassination. The hour closes with a candid look behind the mic—how Marc, Kim, and Ethan juggle timing, cues, and chaos in the studio.

In this “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Onge unpacks the escalating feud between Candace Owens and Turning Point USA following Charlie Kirk's assassination. TPUSA has invited Owens to a live-streamed confrontation to address her public accusations against Kirk's inner circle—charges Kim calls reckless and damaging. Owens quickly accepted, setting up a high-stakes showdown that could either expose facts or amplify chaos. Marc and Kim debate conspiracy theories, digital evidence, and the blurred line between truth-seeking and opportunism, with Kim voicing sharp disappointment in Owens' behavior and her exploitation of private moments for clicks.

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Hour 3 opens with Mark, Kim, and the team discussing winter road safety and lighthearted text-line commentary before diving into serious topics. Mary Vogt from the Heritage Foundation covers Somali-related fraud in Minnesota, government waste, and a Republican special election win in Tennessee. The conversation then shifts to the Trump administration's handling of drug boats, strikes on cocaine and fentanyl shipments, and the political debate around the War Powers Act. Kim's “On a Whim” segment closes the hour by dissecting TSA's new $45 fee for travelers without a Real ID or passport, examining the rationale, enforcement, and public pushback.

Marc Cox opens the show digging into Missouri's snowstorm fallout, blasting MoDOT for conflicting stories about road treatment and local media for lazy reporting on Nick Schroer. The hour shifts to national politics with fiery takes on Pete Hegseth's critics, Trump's talk of ending income tax, and Stephen Moore's pushback on the so-called “affordability crisis.” Kim St. Onge lightens things up with her “Kim on a Whim” segment about the bizarre “Society of Fat Mermaids,” before Marc wraps with sharp criticism of Senator Mark Kelly's hypocrisy over drone strikes and Trump's foreign policy.

Kim dives into a bizarre online discovery — a group called the “Society of Fat Mermaids,” promoting body positivity through plus-size mermaid-themed apparel and self-described “merfolk” inclusivity. The team reacts with disbelief and humor, questioning how movements like this blur the line between confidence and glorifying unhealthy lifestyles. Between jokes about merfolk fashion, six-XL leggings, and “fat furries,” the segment blends satire with a candid take on how far body positivity culture has drifted into absurdity.

In hour 1 of The Marc Cox Morning Show, the snow in Saint Louis is once again causing problems on the roads, especially with the ramps getting on and off the highway, as well as the Marc Cox Shortlist and today's national anthem. What are today's topics for Kim on a Whim? In hour 2 of The Marc Cox Morning Show, we continue the conversation about the snow and the road conditions following the weather hit. Should crews have gone out to pre-treat the roads, and if they did, would it have mattered? John Lamping, former Missouri State Senator, joins the show to discuss Justin Sparks resigning from Missouri Senate and the government pushing to get rid of state income tax. In hour 3, Jonathan Savage, of Fox News Radio, joins the show to discuss Special Envoy Witkoff's planned meeting with Vladimir Putin over peace talks in Ukraine. Todd Piro, host of Fox and Friends First, joins the show to discuss the strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean, and whether this is something that should continue or not. We are also joined by Mark Walters, host of Armed American Radio and Daily Defense with Mark Walters, to discuss new gun legislation. We wrap the hour up with a discussion with Senator Nick Schroer. In hour 4 of The Marc Cox Morning Show, MODOT fails with winter weather preparation again. We have the resources, so is this a case of other priorities of just a lack of caring? We hear our top stories of the day in the Marc Cox Shortlist such as controversy with a British citizen and Donald Trump's MRI. Dan Buck makes his return to the 97.1 airwaves, where he sets the scene for what his segment will be like each time he joins.

In hour 1 of The Marc Cox Morning Show, the snow in Saint Louis is once again causing problems on the roads, especially with the ramps getting on and off the highway, as well as the Marc Cox Shortlist and today's national anthem. What are today's topics for Kim on a Whim?

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3826: Jay and Heather Harrington share how reclaiming the quiet hours of early morning can transform long-stalled goals into daily progress. With practical tips and personal insights, they reveal why waking early isn't just a habit, it's a pathway to clarity, productivity, and meaningful achievement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/magic-early-morning Quotes to ponder: "The early morning hours are peaceful and quiet, and therefore productive." "How you start your day determines the quality of your day, and how you spend your days determines the quality of your life." "Start Slowly. If you wake up at 7 a.m. now, don't immediately start setting the alarm for 5 a.m. Waking up early is a muscle you need to exercise." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3826: Jay and Heather Harrington share how reclaiming the quiet hours of early morning can transform long-stalled goals into daily progress. With practical tips and personal insights, they reveal why waking early isn't just a habit, it's a pathway to clarity, productivity, and meaningful achievement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/magic-early-morning Quotes to ponder: "The early morning hours are peaceful and quiet, and therefore productive." "How you start your day determines the quality of your day, and how you spend your days determines the quality of your life." "Start Slowly. If you wake up at 7 a.m. now, don't immediately start setting the alarm for 5 a.m. Waking up early is a muscle you need to exercise." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3826: Jay and Heather Harrington share how reclaiming the quiet hours of early morning can transform long-stalled goals into daily progress. With practical tips and personal insights, they reveal why waking early isn't just a habit, it's a pathway to clarity, productivity, and meaningful achievement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/magic-early-morning Quotes to ponder: "The early morning hours are peaceful and quiet, and therefore productive." "How you start your day determines the quality of your day, and how you spend your days determines the quality of your life." "Start Slowly. If you wake up at 7 a.m. now, don't immediately start setting the alarm for 5 a.m. Waking up early is a muscle you need to exercise." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge explore the growing trend of conservative women choosing family over career, the cultural and political forces shaping birth rates, and Charlie Kirk's influence on early family formation. They also touch on the challenges facing TP USA chapters and share personal reflections on balancing marriage, motherhood, and work, closing with listener texts and upcoming events.

Marc and Kim kick off the hour with Marc's Wolfgang Van Halen concert story, a look at upcoming events, and the launch of the new text line. Headlines include a downtown STL charter school shutting down for safety issues. In Kim on a Whim, Kim breaks down the trend of conservative women choosing kids before career and why society needs to stop emasculating men.

Hour 3 features Missouri State Senator Nick Schroer on the rise of paid petitioners and legal concerns tied to Missouri's redistricting efforts. Ryan Schmelz from Fox News Radio joins to discuss President Trump's upcoming health care plan focused on Obamacare subsidies and the risk of a government shutdown. Kim on a Whim covers the controversy surrounding the World's Strongest "Woman" competition and gender categories in sports, along with reaction to the Hong Kong high-rise fire. The hour also includes listener engagement, event reminders like Guns and Hoses, and continued promotion of the Responder Rescue raffle.

The show opens with Marc's Wolfgang Van Halen concert story, the launch of the new listener text line, and event updates including Guns and Hoses and the Responder Rescue raffle. Kim on a Whim covers conservative women choosing kids before career and why society should stop emasculating men. Hour 2 brings Jimmy Failla on his comedy tour, musical influences, Thanksgiving plans, and his show at The Factory. The hour also features Mary Vought on health care subsidies, the Hyde Amendment, and legal updates involving James Comey, plus Nicole Murray with market news on tech competition, recalls, housing trends, and consumer stories. Hour 3 includes Senator Nick Schroer on petition scams in Missouri, Ryan Schmelz on President Trump's upcoming health care plan and shutdown risks, and Kim on a Whim examining gender categories in sports and reaction to the Hong Kong high rise fire. The show closes in Hour 4 with Jimmy Failla returning for political humor and regional comedy insights, Taylor Riggs breaking down inflation, insurance costs, and economic policy, and Larry O'Toole previewing Guns and Hoses and highlighting Backstoppers' mission to support families of fallen first responders.

In this week's episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with angler and Wild Fly Productions feature guest Willie Nelson to dive deep into his powerful journey into fly fishing and his life-changing trip to Maine for native brook trout.If you watched Wild Fly's film from Maine, you've already seen Willie's passion, grit, and gratitude on full display. In this long-form conversation, we unpack everything that didn't make it into the film, from his upbringing, his introduction to fishing, and the often difficult transition into fly fishing, to how this trip fundamentally shifted his life and outlook on the outdoors.What We Cover:• Willie's upbringing and how fishing shaped his early years• His tough introduction to fly fishing, failures, and breakthrough moments• The story behind being selected by Wild Fly Productions for his dream trip• His experience chasing native brook trout in the wild waters of Maine• How nature, solitude, and challenge became life-changing therapy• His growing passion for conservation and native species• The importance of “failing forward” in fishing and in life• How his community has grown since the film and the people he's brought into fly fishing• Species he has caught since getting deeper into the sport• Plans for future fishing trips, species goals, and how the journey continuesThis episode is packed with inspiration, storytelling, conservation discussion, and the real human side of fly fishing. If you love Wild Fly, native fish, outdoor storytelling, or the meaning behind why people fish, this one is for you.