The Mark Simone Show

The two discuss Savannah Guthrie’s emotional search for her missing mother and her upcoming return to the Today Show, where she gave her first major interview since the story broke. Roger also provides an update on Paul McCartney and his recent activities. On a positive note, Broadway ticket sales are up approximately $5 million - a significant jump from the previous week. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Ron in Pittsburgh calls in with an intriguing idea surrounding wind energy. As the U.S. moves away from wind power, Ron suggests that the shift could create an unexpected opportunity for Cuba, potentially benefiting the island nation as the global energy landscape continues to evolve. Paul in White Plains calls in to raise an important question: if the U.S. agrees to pay Iran a fee for ships to pa...

There is a growing perception that Republicans are responsible for the government shutdown, which is being blamed for major delays at airports - though that narrative may not tell the full story. Republicans are working to sharpen their strategy and gain the upper hand in the ongoing debate over DHS funding involving both sides. On the Democratic side, calls are growing for Minority Leader Chuck S...

A black box has been recovered from the deadly runway crash at LaGuardia Airport aboard an Air Canada flight that crashed, and the black box is being driven to Washington, D.C. Talks between Iran and the United States are being conducted through a third-party intermediary in the Middle East, relaying communications between both sides. ICE agents have been deployed at airports across the country, p...

A black box has been recovered from the deadly runway crash at LaGuardia Airport aboard an Air Canada flight that crashed, and the black box is being driven to Washington, D.C. Talks between Iran and the United States are being conducted through a third-party intermediary in the Middle East, relaying communications between both sides. ICE agents have been deployed at airports across the country, p...

President Trump continues to face criticism over a Truth Social post in which he expressed satisfaction over the passing of Robert Mueller. Mark also shifts the talk to windmills and their limited impact on the environment. OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has passed away following a battle with cancer. Bill Cosby has lost a sex assault lawsuit and is now facing a $59 million judgment. Mark takes y...

What was the imminent threat posed by Iran to the United States? Bill breaks it down and also discusses a revealing interview he conducted with Lindsey Graham that shed light on the reasoning behind discussions of a potential military strike. The two also touch on a growing trend in how hosts are designing and displaying their on-air sets, and reflect on the rising popularity of longer-form podcas...

Joe in Elmwood Park, NJ, called in to talk about how electric bills in NJ have soared. Rich in New Jersey called in to talk about what kind of espresso martini you should get! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump continues to face criticism over a Truth Social post in which he expressed satisfaction over the passing of Robert Mueller. Mark shifts the talk to windmills and their limited impact on the environment. OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has passed away following a battle with cancer. Bill Cosby has lost a sex assault lawsuit and is now facing a $59 million judgment. See omnystudio.co...

Republicans, along with Democrats, are refusing to fund DHS, resulting in unusually long lines at airports nationwide. Could privately run TSA operations be the solution? Liz and Mark also turn to the New York mayoral race - had Andrew Cuomo dropped out earlier, the outcome could have looked very different, as his presence is seen as a key factor in certain candidates’ losses. See omnystudio.com/l...

Ronnie in Connecticut called in to question how people can continue to vote for Democrats, given their current mindset. Skeeter in Long Island, NY, asked when we can expect to see movement in the cases involving former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey, both of whom are under scrutiny and facing potential criminal investigations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

A black box has been recovered from the deadly runway crash at LaGuardia Airport aboard an Air Canada flight that crashed, and the black box is being driven to Washington, D.C. Talks between Iran and the United States are being conducted through a third-party intermediary in the Middle East, relaying communications between both sides. ICE agents have been deployed at airports across the country, p...

LaGuardia Airport in New York remains closed until further notice after two pilots were killed and 41 passengers were injured when an Air Canada plane struck a fire truck on the tarmac. ICE agents are reportedly being deployed to TSA checkpoints at airports to assist with security screening, including identifying illegal immigrants. President Trump announced that productive talks with Tehran’s gov...

LaGuardia Airport in New York remains closed until further notice after two pilots were killed and 41 passengers were injured when an Air Canada plane struck a fire truck on the tarmac. ICE agents are reportedly being deployed to TSA checkpoints at airports to assist with security screening, including identifying illegal immigrants. President Trump announced that productive talks with Tehran’s gov...

President Trump posted a controversial tweet following the passing of former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who led the Russia-Trump campaign investigation, at the age of 81. A new Christopher Columbus statue was unveiled near the White House, in part using remnants of a previously removed statue. Zohran Mamdani’s wife, Rama Duwaji, is facing increased scrutiny over her artwork and social media acti...

The key to bringing people back to New York is cutting taxes - not raising them. Both Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul are pushing for higher taxes in the state. Viewers are cautioned to approach current polling with skepticism, as much of it is being conducted by far-left-leaning colleges and universities. Governor Hochul has come under fire for spending a significant amount of taxpayer m...

Dave in Mahwah, NJ, called in to ask Mark why gas prices remain high despite the United States being largely energy independent. Wagner in Philadelphia called in to discuss how wild it has been seeing Democrats host numerous “No Kings” protests across the tri-state area, which he views as disrespectful toward President Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump posted a controversial tweet following the passing of former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who led the Russia-Trump campaign investigation, at the age of 81. A new Christopher Columbus statue was unveiled near the White House, constructed in part using remnants of a previously removed statue. Zohran Mamdani’s wife, Rama Duwaji, is facing increased scrutiny over her artwork and socia...

Michael argues that Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman will need support from Zohran Mamdani’s base to have a viable path to the governor’s seat and breaks down the logic behind that strategy. Democratic politicians have pushed back on President Trump’s decision to send ICE agents to airports, warning it could create additional chaos and disruption. Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut ha...

Bill in Pennsylvania called in to ask Mark why there are ads all over New York City promoting Smokey the Bear and fire safety awareness. Jim in New Jersey called in to chat with Mark about some of Mark’s old friends who have upcoming birthdays! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaGuardia Airport in New York remains closed until further notice after two pilots were killed and 41 passengers were injured when an Air Canada plane struck a fire truck on the tarmac. ICE agents are reportedly being deployed to TSA checkpoints at airports to assist with security screening, including identifying illegal immigrants. President Trump announced that productive talks with Tehran’s gov...

Mark discusses CNN's Mark Kelly and the Iran war; Democrats vote on deporting people who commit fraud; layoffs at CBS; Jane Fonda working on a new film at 88 years old; Bill Gates' and his giving pledge; possible new limits on self-checkout in New York; California's Gavin Newsom comments on what he believes are the high tech states and Barack Obama's presidential library staff salaries. See omnyst...

President Trump is requesting $200 billion to continue military operations in the Iran war, and Mark breaks down why the president needs the funding immediately. In other news, the Japanese Prime Minister spoke with President Trump yesterday, and a Pearl Harbor joke he made during the conversation caused widespread shock. CBS News is cutting 6% of its staff as top editor Bari Weiss vows to overhau...

President Trump is requesting $200 billion to continue military operations in the Iran war, and Mark breaks down why the president needs the funding immediately. In other news, the Japanese Prime Minister spoke with President Trump yesterday, and a Pearl Harbor joke he made during the conversation caused widespread shock. CBS News is cutting 6% of its staff as top editor Bari Weiss vows to overhau...

Today is Barron Trump’s 20th birthday! Governor Kathy Hochul is acknowledging that New York City has lost a significant portion of its tax base. Zohran Mamdani’s wife, Rama Duwaji, has allegedly deleted her Twitter account after liking posts that are anti-Semitic. Governor of Arkansas Sarah Huckabee Sanders was reportedly asked to leave a restaurant in Arkansas. CBS News Radio has announced it wil...