Podcasts about Whim

In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc dissect the media frenzy over claims the Supreme Court could overturn same-sex marriage, sparked by former Kentucky clerk Kim Davis' appeal of her 2015 legal battles. They argue outlets like ABC are using the case as a political scare tactic to rally voters, tying it to Trump despite the events predating his presidency. Marc reiterates his belief in traditional marriage but doubts the Court will even take the case, let alone reverse Obergefell. They note Trump's mixed record on the issue, calling him “wishy-washy” on social issues but highly effective for conservative causes overall. Both slam the narrative that Project 2025 or Trump himself is behind this, labeling it a “nothing burger” meant to stoke protests and division before the election.

Marc and Kim discuss Pete Hegseth and people claiming he supports repealing the 19th amendment.

Today on the Marc Cox Morning Show we welcome Fox News Radio Ryan Schmelz on crime on DC. Former Missouri Senator John Lamping on Missouri redistricting. Kurt Frisz, St. Charles County Police Chief on lawmakers to reform the juvenile justice system. It is 2A Tuesday which means Mark Walters, host of Armed American Radio and Armed American Radio's Daily Defense with Mark Walters & Spokesman for the Second Amendment Foundation talks on surprising move in Minnesota on "ghost guns". Ryan Wiggins, host of Wiggins America Saturdays from 6-7 AM on 97.1 FM Talk on the new Snow White movie. Plus Kim on a Whim and we meet who will be filling in for Kim while she is on maternity leave.

In this hour Marc and Kim discuss Trump announces federal takeover of DC police department, if musicians should stop at a younger age. In Kim on a Whim people claiming Hegseth supports repealing the 19th amendment. Finally, Marjorie Taylor Greene is MAD at Mark Levine.

Marc and Kim discuss Police departments nationwide dropping education requirements to recruit officers.

Marc Cox is back from vacation and is joined by Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, Nicole Murray, This Morning With Gordon Deal, Tonya J Powers, Fox News Radio, Dan Snell, Politics and Leadership Expert, Dennis Hancock, St. Louis County Councilman, and KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman. Plus Kim on a Whim and In Other News,

In this hour Tonya J Powers, Fox News Radio to discuss Trump and Putin meeting later this week. Dan Snell, Politics and Leadership Expert discussing the FBI helping locate Texas democrats who left state to avoid a vote. Finally, Kim on a Whim.

Marc is back from vacation and is joined by Kim talking about how the media media continuing to lie about Michael Brown death. Kim on a Whim talks about police departments lowing education standards. Finally, Jasmine Crockett denies is she a boss from hell.

Kim dives into modern dating norms—who should foot the bill on a first date, and how gender roles are shifting. The conversation covers online dating experiences, the tradition of asking for a parent's blessing before marriage, and how dating costs have evolved. Plus, personal stories from different generations on how they met their partners and navigated relationships.

In this “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim St. Onge explores the controversial world of mRNA vaccines and medical freedom. She breaks down RFK Jr.'s reported move to cancel $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts and dives into ongoing debates about long-term safety, including myocarditis risks, menstrual irregularities, and mercury-based preservatives. Kim highlights legal challenges to vaccine mandates, including a successful religious exemption lawsuit in Detroit, and shares personal stories of job loss due to noncompliance.

Jim Talent discusses Trump's potential meetings with Putin and Zelenskyy to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. Tonya J. Powers covers a Texas Democrat's apology after comparing redistricting to the Holocaust. To wrap the hour Kim on a Whim covering an Ohio woman beaten wants bystanders who do nothing prosecuted.

In Hour 1 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim and Ryan cover the resignation of the Francis Howell School District superintendent after just 5 months on the job—walking away with a $229,000 payout—and raise broader concerns about how school districts manage public funds. The conversation turns to Apple's $600 billion investment in the U.S., Bernie Sanders' shifting political stance, and RFK Jr.'s move to cut mRNA vaccine contracts. They also discuss a Tesla autopilot lawsuit with a $243 million verdict and debate the risks of autonomous vehicles and vaccine mandates. Kim shares a personal story from her time as a TV reporter—featuring a horse that bit her on live TV Hour 2 - Kim and Ryan explore the latest developments in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, including the potential for peace talks and Trump's possible role in negotiations with Putin and Zelensky. Economic concerns take center stage with a look at new tariffs, rising car insurance rates, and everyday inflation. KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman joins to discuss the Cardinals' latest performance, Shohei Ohtani's dominance as a two-way player, the Blues' preseason expectations, and updates on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. And in “In Other News, Hour 3 - Jim Talent discusses Trump's potential meetings with Putin and Zelenskyy to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. Tonya J. Powers covers a Texas Democrat's apology after comparing redistricting to the Holocaust. To wrap the hour Kim on a Whim covering an Ohio woman beaten wants bystanders who do nothing prosecuted. HOUR 4 Shannon Bream discusses President Trump's push to revise the census by excluding illegal immigrants, highlighting the potential impact on congressional district representation and concerns over over-counting in states like New York and California. She also covers the Texas legislative standoff, with Democrats fleeing the state to block voting and Governor Abbott's possible legal responses. The conversation shifts to the Clinton subpoena in the Epstein probe and ongoing Supreme Court debates over presidential emergency powers and tariffs. Byron Keelin shares insights on Missouri's redistricting efforts, advocating a 7-1 Republican map, and updates on initiative petition reform. The hour closes with a CDC report on the high consumption of ultra-processed foods among youth and adults.

On this edition of Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker examine WNBA star Sophie Cunningham's outspoken criticism of league referees. From her Show Me Something podcast to a viral TikTok calling refs “slow and useless,” Cunningham has sparked heated debate and drawn fines totaling $3,000. They dive into the fallout, the inconsistency of WNBA officiating, and broader conversations around gender differences in conflict resolution, fan behavior, and league perception.

In Hour 1 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker cover breaking headlines: Clayton police investigate suspicious car fires with “Death to IDF” graffiti, and a man known as “Big Balls” fights off an attempted carjacking in Washington, D.C. The team questions whether Trump's approval rating truly dropped 6 points. On Kim on a Whim, they discuss whether athletes like Sophie Cunningham should be allowed to criticize referees without facing fines. Plus, Jim Acosta interviews an AI recreation of a Parkland shooting victim, and the BBB gives Club Car Wash an “F” rating with a consumer warning.

In Hour 1 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker cover breaking headlines: Clayton police investigate suspicious car fires with “Death to IDF” graffiti, and a man known as “Big Balls” fights off an attempted carjacking in Washington, D.C. The team questions whether Trump's approval rating truly dropped 6 points. On Kim on a Whim, they discuss whether athletes like Sophie Cunningham should be allowed to criticize referees without facing fines. Plus, Jim Acosta interviews an AI recreation of a Parkland shooting victim, and the BBB gives Club Car Wash an “F” rating with a consumer warning. In Hour 2 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker cover a wide mix of sports, politics, economics, and oddball news. They discuss WNBA stars like Kelsey Plum and Caitlin Clark, plus Matthew Tkachuk's NHL 26 cover feature. Political topics range from Marco Rubio and a potential 2028 ticket with JD Vance to Democratic Party struggles and neighborhood tensions over campaign signs. They also explore the controversy around Beyoncé's Levi's ad, Sydney Sweeney's political leanings, and ESPN's acquisition of the NFL Network. Economic updates include stock market movements, home prices in St. Louis and Kansas City, and business sponsorships. To wrap the hour, in other news. Hour 3 - Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker react to a new Gallup poll naming Elon Musk the most unfavorable public figure in America. Genevieve Wood and Tim Phillips join to break down Trump's proposed pharmaceutical tariffs and the legal challenges that could reach the Supreme Court. The hour wraps with a look at the Coast Guard's report on the Titan sub disaster, confirming the implosion was preventable and highlighting major safety failures. In Hour 4 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim and Ryan discuss the STL City SC fan who was kicked out of a match for wearing a MAGA hat—now lawyered up as Missouri's Attorney General investigates. Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins to reveal how Illinois government salaries have grown 57% faster than the private sector since 2021. The team also questions whether South Park has lost its edge and unpacks rumors about the future of Howard Stern's radio show.

Ryan Wrecker opens with sharp takes on student loan pitfalls and ICE's aggressive recruitment offering hefty signing bonuses tied to loan forgiveness. The political heat rises as Texas Republicans move to arrest absent Democrats who fled to stall redistricting votes, with commentary on the strange theater surrounding the standoff and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's controversial role. Kim on a Whim dives into the AI arms race, spotlighting the massive salaries for top AI talent, widespread job cuts tied to automation, and the social risks of AI blending work and personal life—including concerns over AI-driven human relationships. Wrapping up, Ryan delivers a fiery rant about new Louisiana laws cracking down on slow drivers in the left lane, advocating tough penalties and poking fun at drivers who treat the passing lane like a parking spot. The hour blends policy, politics, tech, and everyday frustrations with humor and no-nonsense commentary.

In today's “Kim on a Whim”, the focus shifts to the explosive growth—and growing pains—of artificial intelligence. Kim dives into the insane bidding war for AI talent, spotlighting Matt Ditka's $250 million offer from Meta—putting AI coders in the same pay league as NBA stars like Nikola Jokic. But while AI experts are cashing in, entry-level workers aren't so lucky: new reports say AI is slashing thousands of tech jobs and drastically reducing entry-level opportunities. Applications per job are skyrocketing, and employers now want candidates already fluent in AI tools. Ryan highlights a deeper concern: AI is blurring the line between work and personal life, especially when people start using tools like ChatGPT for companionship. He warns of a dangerous psychological trap where people replace real human interaction with bots. That's already happening, as Kim points out, with people literally falling in love with AI girlfriends—many of whom are indistinguishable from real women online. The conversation takes a sharper turn as they unpack the liberal ideology of “my truth”—arguing that emotions have been weaponized to excuse delusion, blur biological reality, and now, dangerously, influence children's gender identity. Ryan and Kim agree: “Feelings aren't facts—and when they start harming kids, conservatives have to say: no more.” Highlights from the segment: $250M AI salaries vs. NBA contracts 10,000+ tech jobs cut in July alone due to AI Growing AI obsession among youth, including Ryan's 10-year-old coding prodigy son Dystopian signs: humanoid robots directing traffic in Shanghai Emotional delusion vs. biological reality: "You're not a zebra, you're a man."

Ryan Wrecker opens with sharp takes on student loan pitfalls and ICE's aggressive recruitment tied to loan forgiveness. Political drama heats up as Texas Republicans push to arrest absent Democrats fleeing redistricting votes, with commentary on Illinois Gov. Pritzker's controversial role. Kim on a Whim highlights the AI arms race, from sky-high salaries to job cuts and social risks of AI blending personal and work life. Ryan closes with a fiery rant on Louisiana's new laws cracking down on slow left-lane drivers. Hour 2 features Ryan Wrecker covering Texas Democrats' flight to Illinois and GOP grassroots strategies with Julie Harris, plus former senator John Lamping on lawsuits challenging taxpayer-funded stadiums and Missouri redistricting politics. Bizarre news stories lighten the mood, including a Danish zoo's odd pet request and a whale-boat collision. Hour 3 mixes humor and heavy topics: Chicago's “Scream Club” stress relief meetups, political fallout from Texas Democrats' exodus, a possible grand jury probe of Obama-era officials, and a gun rights lawsuit discussed with Mark Walters. Hour 4 breaks major news as the House Oversight Committee subpoenas Bill and Hillary Clinton over Epstein. The hour covers local government audit controversies, RFK Jr.'s SNAP soda ban plan, and public health discussions with Ryan Wiggins, closing with a candid take on the turbulent political scene and upcoming testimony.

In this Kim on a Whim segment, Kim and Ryan torch the media outrage over a hunger strike at “Alligator Alcatraz”—a Florida immigrant detention center dubbed cruel by detainees. They call out the hypocrisy of illegal immigrants demanding “respect” after breaking U.S. laws and question the media's emotional manipulation. Ryan draws a powerful metaphor comparing Trump's America-first agenda to a diabetic finally ditching junk food: painful but necessary. They argue Trump's aggressive policies on immigration, manufacturing, and trade are unpopular only because they challenge decades of decline—and might be our last chance to course-correct.

Hour 1 opens with Ryan Recker recapping his explosive interview with Michael Weitzel, a St. Louis City SC season ticket holder ejected from CITYPARK for simply wearing a MAGA hat—no misconduct, no warning, just political discrimination. In Kim on a Whim, Kim and Ryan torch the hypocrisy of illegal immigrants staging a hunger strike at a Florida detention center while demanding "respect" after breaking U.S. law, drawing a sharp analogy to Trump's America-first policies as a tough but necessary dietary reset. Later, they highlight Pope Leo's “Catholic Woodstock” that drew over a million youth to Rome, sparking hope that traditional values could revive the faith in North America. Kim introduces Christian artist Forrest Frank, whose song Lemonade hit #1 on the charts despite its faith-based lyrics, proving Christian music can go mainstream. The hour wraps with Ryan reflecting on his return to movie theaters this summer—and why it felt like rediscovering a lost piece of joy.

In this edition of Kim on a Whim, Kim takes a sharp look at America's growing childhood obesity crisis—and why First Lady Michelle Obama's health push was mostly empty PR. Unlike the Obamas' "fitness gram" rebrand, Trump is bringing back Eisenhower's Presidential Fitness Test, complete with a new council of elite athletes like Harrison Butker and Lawrence Taylor. Butker's brief speech, focused on building strong minds, bodies, and souls, hit home with Kim and Marc—while Trump's remarks about his appearance added classic flair. The segment also praises Trump's executive order banning men from competing in women's Olympic events and highlights RFK Jr.'s recent efforts to question the dramatic rise in gluten allergies, autism, and chemical additives in food. Kim says it's about time someone asked the hard questions.

Hour 1 kicks off with Marc, Kim, and Ethan reveling in a rare cool summer morning—but the good vibes end quickly when Marc drops an exclusive bombshell: a longtime St. Louis City SC season ticket holder was ejected from a game for wearing a MAGA hat. No misconduct. No altercation. Just a Trump hat. Marc slams the political discrimination and previews a live interview with the fan, Mike, coming up next hour. Then, the conversation shifts to Nancy Pelosi's outrageous stock gains, with her 2024 portfolio somehow outperforming Warren Buffett's by over double. Marc defends Josh Hawley against media attempts to pit him against Trump, noting their shared goal of banning congressional insider trading—despite some legislative infighting over targeting Pelosi directly. In Kim on a Whim, Kim cheers Trump's return to Presidential Fitness standards and highlights his new athlete-filled fitness council, including Harrison Butker and Lawrence Taylor. They praise RFK Jr.'s push to ask long-overdue questions about skyrocketing gluten allergies, childhood obesity, and chemical additives in food. Finally, Marc returns to a COVID-era policy disaster: St. Louis's water bill moratorium, which has now racked up $12.6 million in unpaid utility bills. With a quarter of accounts past due, Marc torches Mayor Tishaura Jones for forgiving the debt while still taxing responsible workers.

Hour 3 kicks off with a recap of the outrageous removal of a fan at a St. Louis soccer game for wearing a MAGA hat, highlighting left-wing intolerance. The conversation shifts to a deep legal dive on Missouri's controversial stadium subsidy bill with attorney Beavis Schock, who explains why the bill likely violates the state constitution's single-subject rule. The stadium deal effectively means taxpayers are footing Patrick Mahomes' massive salary, sparking serious pushback. Next, senior Heritage Foundation expert Jim Carafano weighs in on Middle East tensions, critiquing misguided Palestinian state recognition moves by Canada and the UK, and explaining the geopolitical reality that only the U.S. and Israel hold true influence over the Gaza conflict. Carafano predicts Hamas' irrelevance and urges focusing on a stable future. Congressman Eric Burleson joins to discuss insider trading concerns around Nancy Pelosi, calling for a serious investigation while acknowledging the complexity of broad legislative attempts to curb stock trading by members of Congress. Burleson also weighs in on the ongoing deep-state scandal, calling it treasonous and insisting the corrupt actors must be prosecuted. Kim closes the hour with “Kim on a Whim,” sounding alarms over a new Illinois law mandating annual mental health screenings in public schools from grades 3–12. She questions the lack of parental transparency and consent, potential privacy violations, and the risk of bureaucratic overreach in politically hostile environments.

Hour 1 opens lightheartedly with Marc and Kim celebrating a cool summer morning—and wrestling over chocolate pie temptation in the studio fridge. Kim, trying to eat clean for baby, resists, while Marc admits to devouring cake at 5 a.m. The conversation turns serious with a disturbing turbulence incident that hospitalized 25 people and triggered Marc's childhood flashback to a near-crash over the Devil's Triangle. The mood intensifies as Marc torches the Fed for keeping interest rates high despite a surging Trump economy. He argues Powell's obstruction is political, designed to suppress housing market recovery and hurt everyday Americans—while banks rake in massive profits. In Kim on a Whim, the duo debates Trump's new health tech initiative: a voluntary, non-government-run system to streamline medical records, enhance care, and integrate platforms like Noom and Apple Health. Kim raises privacy concerns, while Marc argues the data's already out there, and this system could finally cut the red tape in modern medicine. The hour wraps with a breakdown of the media-hyped Trump–Hawley rift. Trump blasted Hawley for voting down a Pelosi stock probe amendment. Hawley insists it was a poison pill meant to kill the larger insider trading reform bill. Marc sees through the media glee and calls out the real issue—how public servants keep getting filthy rich with “coincidental” stock timing.

In this Kim on a Whim segment, Kim and Marc break down a bold new Trump-backed health care initiative aiming to streamline patient medical records through a voluntary digital system involving tech giants like Apple, Google, Amazon, and CVS. The program promises less paperwork and more personalized care, with added AI tools from platforms like Noom—but critics worry about data security and privacy breaches. Kim plays devil's advocate, voicing public concerns about potential overreach and hacking risks. Marc pushes back, arguing the data's already in the system and the fear is overblown. They both agree: as long as it's opt-in and not government-controlled, the convenience could outweigh the risk—especially for those tired of filling out redundant health forms every visit. HIPAA laws still apply, and Trump insists it will save money, time, and lives. But the question remains: are Americans ready to trust Big Tech with their most sensitive health data?

Hour 3 opens with updates on the ongoing House Oversight Committee hearings focused on Biden administration insiders, particularly Steve Ricchetti's expected testimony about the controversial use of the “auto pen” and Biden's mental fitness. The segment moves to a deep dive with Heritage's Jay Green exposing how state education grading systems are inflated, misleading parents, and masking failing schools, while private groups offer more accurate alternatives. Next, the hosts dismantle the mainstream media's false narrative of starvation in Gaza, exposing Hamas's role in stealing aid and the media's rush to push a politically motivated victim story that was later retracted by the New York Times. Finally, Kim on a Whim covers the shocking fining of a Montreal church for hosting a Christian concert, highlighting the global threat to religious freedom and government overreach, warning that such attacks on churches could soon reach U.S. soil.

In Segment 3, Kim launches into a raw, boots-on-the-ground reflection on St. Louis' homelessness problem, triggered by daily encounters near the War Memorial. She and Marc call out the trash-strewn parks, the visibly strung-out squatters, and the decades of liberal mismanagement. The segment spotlights Trump's new executive order taking a “housing first” approach—tying assistance to addiction treatment and mental health support. Kim argues the majority of street dwellers aren't victims of housing prices but of their own refusal—or inability—to seek help. Marc raises a valid concern: who's funding this, and will bureaucrats actually let it work? Both hosts slam the grift of the homelessness-industrial complex and praise the plan's common-sense focus on accountability.

Hour 1 opens with traffic alerts and a scathing critique of the Cincinnati police chief's feeble response to a viral assault, drawing parallels to Ferguson and the media's power to shape reality. The mood shifts to mourning Ozzy Osbourne and a harsh take on Hollywood's left-wing activism. Kim then tackles the homelessness crisis, praising Trump's “housing first” approach and exposing liberal failures. The hour closes with coverage of a massive Russian earthquake and its Pacific tsunami threat, recalling past St. Louis seismic events. Hour 2 dives into a federal judge defying the Supreme Court by blocking Medicaid abortion funding restrictions, with GOP strategist John Thomas predicting a heated midterm battle. Marc slams New York's governor for misplacing blame on gun laws after a shooting and covers lighter topics including bizarre smuggling cases and animal attacks, ending with a preview of a major Biden-era congressional probe. Hour 3 updates ongoing House Oversight hearings on Biden insiders like Steve Ricchetti and the “auto pen” scandal. Heritage's Jay Green exposes inflated state school grades masking failing education, while the hosts dismantle media lies about Gaza starvation, revealing Hamas's role and the New York Times' retraction. Kim on a Whim highlights the troubling fining of a Montreal church for a Christian concert, warning of rising government overreach against religious freedom. Hour 4 spotlights the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's plan to demolish and redevelop the dormant Millennium Hotel to boost downtown St. Louis. The Fed is expected to keep interest rates steady amid trade tensions with China. Retirement advisor Bob Kershaw shares strategies to protect savings during market dips and invites listeners to a free seminar. The hour wraps with Capitol Hill hearings on the AutoPen controversy and updates from Brian Kilmeade.ou said:

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Hour 3 opens with Marc reflecting on the brutal New York shooting, honoring the fallen NYPD officer who sacrificed his life while protecting others and exposing the glaring failure of New York's gun laws. The segment includes a detailed discussion with Todd Pyro on building security lapses and mental health issues linked to mass shootings, alongside Mark Walters emphasizing the media's reluctance to highlight good guys with guns. Kim on a Whim closes the hour analyzing the escalating dispute between Trump and Netanyahu over Gaza's humanitarian crisis, spotlighting the political and on-the-ground realities behind the headlines.

Hour 1 opens with Marc and Kim torching the liberal narrative around Trump's tariff policies after a staged viral coffee receipt from Reno tried to frame inflation as Trump's fault. In Kim on a Whim, Kim breaks it down: the media is scared because Trump's trade policies are actually working—so much so that even Bill Maher had to admit Trump didn't wreck the economy. Marc dissects Chuck Schumer's latest lie about the Trump-EU trade deal, revealing how U.S. exports like whiskey, energy, and steel are now in high demand overseas thanks to Trump's leverage. In Segment 3, Marc plays clips of Trump laying out the facts and smashing the Biden administration's weakness on trade and border security. The hour wraps with the breaking scandal involving St. Louis County Executive Sam Page, whose taxpayer-funded mailer against Prop B is now under state investigation. Marc points out the hypocrisy: if a Republican had done this, the media would be screaming. With the Missouri AG and Highway Patrol looking into it, this could be the beginning of the end for Page's political games.

The full show kicks off with Marc and Kim tearing apart the liberal spin on Trump's trade policies, exposing how his tough stance has boosted U.S. exports and rattled the media narrative. Kim on a Whim delivers a sharp take on why Trump's trade wins are making liberals nervous. Hour 2 pivots to Senator John Kennedy's no-nonsense approach to gun control, focusing on mental health and responsibility after the NYC shooting, while Brendan Steinhauser previews the GOP's next legislative moves and former Senator John Lamping warns of costly utility hikes tied to lobbyists. Hour 3 honors the fallen NYPD officer from the NYC attack and dissects security failures and media bias, with Kim spotlighting Trump's rare public disagreement with Netanyahu over Gaza's humanitarian crisis. Hour 4 closes with a deep dive into the stalled confirmation of Trump's judicial nominees, a blockbuster money laundering scheme linked to ActBlue, and a hard look at Democrat-led cities plagued by violent crime. The show ends urging listeners to support flood victims in Lincoln County caught off guard by a catastrophic 500-year flood.

In this fiery “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc take aim at the hysterical reaction from the left over Trump's tariff wins, blasting phony political stunts like a staged Reno coffee receipt meant to paint tariffs as a tax on Americans. They praise Bill Maher for admitting he was wrong about the economy tanking and call out Chuck Schumer's blatant dishonesty in claiming Trump's EU deal is fake. The duo breaks down how Trump's fair-trade reset is opening foreign markets to American goods like bourbon and LNG, bringing in billions in new revenue. While Schumer cries “tax hike,” Marc and Kim expose how these policies flip the script—making foreign nations pay their fair share instead of American workers.

In this eye-opening segment, Kim sounds the alarm on an HHS-backed investigation into the organ transplant system, revealing horrifying cases where patients may have shown signs of life as organ procurement began. The crew unpacks the chilling story of TJ Hoover, whose organs were nearly harvested while he was conscious—sparking outrage and fear across social media. With 28 cases flagged for possible premature procedures and dozens more riddled with ethical red flags, the team debates what this means for donors, hospitals, and medical ethics. As more listeners reconsider their donor status, Marc and Kim question whether profit-driven pressure is putting lives at risk.

Marc and Kim discuss the video of white police officer punching black driver goes viral and if it is justified.

Marc and Kim begin this Friday show talking about the surprise Ghislaine Maxwell didn't plead the fifth. Kim on a Whim talks video of white police officer punching black driver goes viral and if it is justified. Finally, Russia had dirt on Hillary Clinton's health.

Today on the Marc Cox Morning Show; Jim Carafano, Heritage Foundation joins to talk about Trump admin backing off Israel/Hamas ceasefire deal. Representative Dr. Bob Onder US Congressman for Missouri's 3rd District joins to talk about his proposal to rename The Kennedy Center after Trump. Fox News Radio Eben Brown joins to talk about Ghislaine Maxwell meeting and what she is revealing. Mike Howell, Visiting Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation joins to talk about the Biden pardons and if some could get overturned. Also, Video of white police officer punching black driver goes viral. Chuck Mangione, Hulk Hogan die. So much loss this week. Man driving in Chuck-E-Cheese costume arrested.

In Kim on a Whim, Kim and Marc go scorched earth on Kansas City's crumbling city-run grocery store—bought in 2017 to “solve” a food desert but now rotting from the inside out with empty shelves and a foul stench. Kim blasts the logic behind government-run retail, hammering the failure of socialism and the clueless leadership of Mayor Quentin Lucas, who defends the disaster instead of pulling the plug. The duo draws sharp comparisons to San Francisco's crime-driven retail collapse and warns of similar schemes creeping into St. Louis under progressives like Megan Green. Marc and Kim mock city leaders for protecting pet projects over taxpayers, and torch the broader Left's obsession with top-down, no-profit “solutions” that never deliver. From free buses to empty meat cases—this is what happens when ideology overrides common sense.

Marc opens Hour 1 celebrating Congressman Bob Onder's push to rename the Kennedy Center after Trump, triggering predictable liberal outrage. He highlights real Trump wins on trade and calls out the phony media obsession with Epstein. In a bombshell second segment, Marc connects the dots on how Obama, Brennan, Comey, and Clapper orchestrated the Trump-Russia hoax—branding it the worst scandal in U.S. history. Tulsi Gabbard earns praise for blowing the whistle. In Kim on a Whim, Kansas City's failed city-run grocery store becomes the poster child for progressive collapse, drawing brutal comparisons to San Francisco and warning St. Louis could be next. The hour wraps with fiery reactions to Columbia University's massive DEI scandal settlement and renewed doubts that Epstein's elite clients will ever be held accountable. From rigged systems to socialist failures, Marc and Kim rip through the headlines corporate media won't touch.

Marc and Kim cover a bizarre mix of stories ranging from a Disney World assault charge after a parade line fight to Delta Airlines testing AI for ticket pricing, sparking worries about fare hikes. They dive into the ridiculous lawsuit filed by France's first lady Brigitte Macron against Candace Owens over outrageous claims about Macron's gender. The hosts also react to a Connecticut couple arrested for public sexual acts on a flight, and close with a quirky story of foxes stealing shoes at Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park, warning campers to keep their footwear safe. Expect more sharp takes and Kim on a Whim coming up next.

In Kim on a Whim, Kim reacts to Brittney Griner's bizarre Russian prison story and deep voice, sparking a no-holds-barred discussion with Marc about Griner's viral interviews, her controversial prisoner swap for the “Merchant of Death,” and her alleged comments targeting Caitlin Clark. The segment shifts to blast liberal elites like Ellen DeGeneres and Rosie O'Donnell who fled the U.S. over Trump—but only because their millions let them live in luxury abroad. Kim and Marc torch the hypocrisy of left-wing celebrities trashing America while ordinary Americans can't afford to just pack up and leave. They also highlight the threat of progressive transplants ruining red states like Montana, bringing failed blue-state politics with them and destroying what made those states great in the first place.

Hour 1 opens with Kim on a Whim reacting to Brittney Griner's viral interview about her time in a Russian prison—and her noticeably deeper voice. Marc and Kim slam the media's fawning coverage, rehash the botched prisoner swap with the “Merchant of Death,” and mock Griner's alleged shade toward Caitlin Clark. The conversation shifts to Hollywood elites like Ellen DeGeneres and Rosie O'Donnell who threatened to leave the U.S. when Trump won—something only multimillionaires can afford to do. Kim warns that liberal transplants are flooding red states like Montana, ruining them with progressive policies. The hour wraps with breaking local news: former Wentzville School Superintendent Dr. Danielle Tormala has been charged with DWI and several other offenses in Chesterfield after receiving a $1 million taxpayer-funded exit deal. Marc slams local media for ignoring the case and demands transparency.

The Marc Cox Morning Show tears through America's biggest crises with unfiltered clarity. Hour 1 exposes deep state collusion against Trump, the politicized Breonna Taylor case, and the looming economic sabotage tied to Jerome Powell and Biden's team. Kim's “on a Whim” segment adds levity with a cultural roast of Spirit Airlines and baggage policies. Hour 2 unmasks GOP failures in Missouri's utility hikes and mourns Malcolm-Jamal Warner, while calling out parenting failures amid a youth mental health crisis fueled by smartphone addiction. The absurdity of celebrity culture is on full display from Tesla diners to Beyoncé stampedes. Hour 3 blasts the Biden family's dysfunction through Hunter's shocking crack cocaine interview, dives into gun rights with Armed American Radio's Mark Walters, and condemns woke indoctrination in London schools. Hour 4 wraps with mounting pressure on the Fed amid secretive spending, Missouri's pro-life fight to fix misleading abortion ballot language, election fraud probes inspired by Tulsi Gabbard, and Hunter Biden's angry meltdown on immigration and drugs—plus a cautionary note on deceptive “prebiotic” sodas.

Kim and Marc get into the turbulent topic of Spirit Airlines cracking down on what passengers wear onboard. A woman was denied boarding for wearing what essentially amounted to underwear and a fuzzy robe, sparking questions about dress codes, decency, and personal responsibility. The crew riffs on changing fashion norms, “church cleavage,” and the slippery slope of airport logic — including the absurdity of weighing bags but not passengers. Should airlines have stricter appearance rules? Should passenger weight factor into flight logistics? It's a hilarious, blunt, and occasionally politically incorrect look at flying in 2025 — from fuzzy robes to yoga pants and everything in between.

Hour 1 launches with Marc dissecting Victor Davis Hanson's explosive interview, exposing how deep state actors—from intel agencies to corporate media—colluded for years to sabotage Trump, in what Marc calls the biggest political scandal since Watergate. Then, the focus turns to the Breonna Taylor case and the sentencing of former officer Brett Hankison. Marc slams the DOJ for pursuing jail time just to appease the woke mob and urges Trump to consider a pardon. In Kim on a Whim, Kim tackles the Spirit Airlines “booty shorts” controversy, sparking laughs and debate over public decency, personal responsibility, and why we even weigh luggage but not passengers. The hour wraps with a critical look at Fed Chair Jerome Powell, rumors of his resignation, and whether Biden's economic team is intentionally tanking the economy to prevent another Trump boom.

Marc and Mark Walters tackle major issues in this no-nonsense segment. They start by hyping the upcoming Gun Rights Policy Conference in Salt Lake City, spotlighting top speakers and the shift from defense to offense in the fight for the Second Amendment. Walters reveals his personal battle against AI misinformation, having lost a lawsuit after ChatGPT falsely accused him of embezzlement — a warning about the real-world dangers of AI in the wrong hands. The conversation circles back to Hunter Biden's infamous crack cocaine “recipe” interview, with sharp criticism of the Biden family's detachment from reality and a darkly humorous jab about the Democrat party's future leadership. The segment closes teasing the controversial “Kim on a Whim” topic on masculinity and role models.

Rachel and Simon speak to the historian Hallie Rubenhold. Born in Los Angeles, Hallie moved to Britain as a graduate student; after completing an MA and an MPhil, she worked for a time as a curator for the National Portrait Gallery and as a commercial art dealer. In 2005 she published her first book, "The Covent Garden Ladies", about "Harris's List", a directory of London's prostitutes. Hallie followed it up in 2008 with "Lady Worsley's Whim", about the 18th century's most notorious adultery trial. Both books have been adapted into television dramas. Hallie then turned to fiction - publishing "Mistress of My Fate" and "The French Lesson" - before returning to non-fiction with "The Five: The Women Killed by Jack the Ripper" in 2019. The book went on to win the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction and became a Sunday Times bestseller. We spoke to Hallie about moving from the world of museums to the world of writing; researching and publishing "The Five"; and her latest book, "Story of a Murder".We've made another update for those ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠who support the podcast on the crowdfunding site Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We've added 40 pages of new material to the package of successful article pitches that goes to anyone who supports the show with $5 per month or more, including new pitches to the New York Times, the Washington Post and the BBC. The whole compendium now runs to a whopping 160 pages. For Patreons who contribute $10/month we're now also releasing bonus mini-episodes. Thanks to our sponsor, Scrivener, the first ten new signs-ups at $10/month will receive a lifelong license to Scrivener worth £55/$59.99 (eight are left). This specialist word-processing software helps you organise long writing projects such as novels, academic papers and even scripts. Other Patreon rewards include signed copies of the podcast book and the opportunity to take part in a monthly call with Simon and Rachel.A new edition of “Always Take Notes: Advice From Some Of The World's Greatest Writers” - a book drawing on our podcast interviews - is available now. The updated version now includes insights from over 100 past guests on the podcast, with new contributions from Harlan Coben, Victoria Hislop, Lee Child, Megan Nolan, Jhumpa Lahiri, Philippa Gregory, Jo Nesbø, Paul Theroux, Hisham Matar and Bettany Hughes. You can order it via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waterstones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.You can find us online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alwaystakenotes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, on Twitter @takenotesalways and on Instagram @alwaystakenotes. Always Take Notes is presented by Simon Akam and Rachel Lloyd, and produced by Artemis Irvine. Our music is by Jessica Dannheisser and our logo was designed by James Edgar.

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In this Kim on a Whim, Kim St. Onge celebrates In-N-Out Burger's decision to move its corporate headquarters from far-left California to Tennessee—a state with no income tax and a pro-business environment. Kim highlights how this move reflects a broader trend: companies are fleeing overregulated, high-tax blue states in favor of red states that value freedom, fiscal sanity, and law and order. It's not just a burger chain making a business move—it's a cultural and political statement that liberal policies are bad for business.

In this Kim on a Whim segment, Marc & Kim break down the cultural shift in comedy after Shane Gillis finally gets his redemption arc—hosting the ESPYs years after being canceled by SNL for edgy jokes. Kim praises Gillis for staying true to his voice and not backing down to woke pressure, calling his ESPYs monologue the funniest in years. Meanwhile, the show's opening host—Maya Rudolph—bombed with low-energy delivery and flat punchlines. The team calls it a win for real comedy and a loss for Hollywood's politically correct bubble. Kim emphasizes how audiences are starved for authenticity, and Gillis delivered.