The Mark Simone Show

New York City’s Doormen’s Union may strike next week if a deal for better benefits isn’t reached in time. President Trump is heading to Las Vegas to speak on taxes and the economy. Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster are facing major legal trouble after a landmark court ruling alleges that they illegally maintained monopoly power in the ticketing market. The verdict could cost Live Nation...

Eric Swalwell has become a flashpoint in the political debate, with some suggesting he is being used as a distraction from the Republican agenda, a move that is frustrating Democrats. And the clock is ticking for Late Night host Stephen Colbert: “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on CBS will air its final episode in May 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel in Florida called in to discuss President Trump’s suggestion that Justice Samuel Alito may soon be replaced, following disagreements over his rulings. Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, called in to sound off on Zohran Mamdani’s proposed $30 million supermarket plan and how he thinks it will play out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York City’s Doormen’s Union may strike next week if a deal for better benefits isn’t reached in time. President Trump is heading to Las Vegas to speak on taxes and the economy. Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster are facing major legal trouble after a landmark court ruling alleges that they illegally maintained monopoly power in the ticketing market. The verdict could cost Live Nation...

Tax refunds are running larger than in recent years, with Trump’s tax cut legislation playing a key role. Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing a new pied-à-terre tax on second homes in New York, a move that could have serious economic consequences, particularly as Florida, with its zero-state income tax, continues to attract residents looking for a more tax-friendly alternative. See omnystudio.com/l...

Dave in Chicago called in to ask whether AI technology will play a significant role in the 2028 election, a question that is becoming increasingly relevant as artificial intelligence continues to shape how campaigns communicate, advertise, and reach voters. Kathy in North Carolina called in to discuss how actress Lucie Arnaz is not being investigated for allegedly making false claims about Preside...

The U.S. naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz is causing major economic damage to Iran, reportedly costing about $435 million per day and cutting off much of its trade. At the same time, a public feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV has sparked national debate over faith and politics, with Vice President Vance also weighing in. Meanwhile, New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani c...

President Trump continued to speak his mind about Pope Leo’s comments on peace regarding the war in Iran, which is driving Democrats and the left crazy. Trump claims the war is over, but is it really? A new accuser has stepped forward with allegations of sexual assault against Eric Swalwell, who has since resigned from Congress amid mounting accusations. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has a new t...

President Trump continued to speak his mind about Pope Leo’s comments on peace regarding the war in Iran, which is driving Democrats and the left crazy. Trump claims the war is over, but is it really? A new accuser has stepped forward with allegations of sexual assault against Eric Swalwell, who has since resigned from Congress amid mounting accusations. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has a new t...

Ten years ago today, Apple announced it would be removing the headphone jack. Billionaire businessman Tom Steyer has had an interesting past, including a memorable moment dancing with rappers, and now wants to be California’s next governor. Could he win? With Eric Swalwell out of the race, prediction markets have Steyer as the new frontrunner. Robots may take over combat in the future. And getting...

Ann and Mark discuss President Trump’s comments on Pope Leo and how they affected people emotionally. Ann believes Trump could have found a more measured way to address the Pope, given the deep religious beliefs at stake. The Eric Swalwell case is drawing comparisons to the Jeffrey Epstein case, and a key question remains: where is Swalwell’s wife amid all these new allegations against him? See om...

Hal from Freeport has a great idea for shipping produce into New York City, suggesting that using Penn Station to move goods from the north shore to the south shore of Long Island could be a viable solution. Danny from Long Island, New York, doesn’t think Mamdani’s proposed supermarket idea will succeed, pointing to the enormous effort and complexity required to operate a grocery store. See omnyst...

Ten years ago today, Apple announced it would be removing the headphone jack. Billionaire businessman Tom Steyer has had an interesting past, including a memorable moment dancing with rappers, and now wants to be California’s next governor. Could he win? With Eric Swalwell out of the race, prediction markets have Steyer as the new frontrunner. Robots may take over combat in the future. And getting...

A new Broadway show from Billy Crystal is coming this fall, titled 860. It’s a one-man show named after the address of the home he lost in the 2025 Palisades fires. Roger breaks down the new plays that are a must-see! Madonna has officially announced a new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, due out July 3rd. There’s also a rumor that Sabrina Carpenter may be joining Madonna on a new son...

Sarah from Manhattan wonders how Hillary Clinton could even consider running for president again, given all the controversy surrounding her, including ties to the Epstein case, computer files, and more. Rich from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, finds it suspicious that some of the women accusing Eric Swalwell of sexual assault are only coming forward now, rather than speaking out sooner. See omnystu...

President Trump continued to speak his mind about Pope Leo’s comments on peace regarding the war in Iran, which is driving Democrats and the left crazy. Trump claims the war is over, but is it really? A new accuser has stepped forward with allegations of sexual assault against Eric Swalwell, who has since resigned from Congress amid mounting accusations. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has a new t...

The escalating feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV intensified after Trump posted an AI-generated image on Truth Social depicting himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post came shortly after Trump blasted Pope Leo XIV, calling him “WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy” for criticizing U.S. military actions against Iran. Trump later deleted the image, telling reporters, “I though...

The escalating feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV intensified after Trump posted an AI-generated image on Truth Social depicting himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post came shortly after Trump blasted Pope Leo XIV, calling him “WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy” for criticizing U.S. military actions against Iran. Trump later deleted the image, telling reporters, “I though...

Hillary Clinton has been making the rounds on numerous media outlets recently, sparking widespread speculation about a potential 2028 presidential run. Kamala Harris, meanwhile, has been weighing a bid for the California governor’s seat. Joe Rogan’s podcast is being credited by many as a significant factor in President Trump’s 2024 election victory, given the wide platform it provided for Trump to...

Bill discusses the challenges of operating as an independent media personality when competing against the resources of major broadcast networks. On the Trump-Pope Leo feud, Bill frames it as a clash of two fundamentally different worldviews, Trump’s approach being rooted in solving geopolitical problems by force or leverage, while the Pope’s perspective is grounded in religious and moral principle...

Paul in Saratoga called Mark to ask about Donald Trump’s negotiating style, particularly in relation to the war in Iran and issues surrounding oil. Bonnie in Toms River, NJ, says she knew Hillary Clinton was reemerging for a reason and asks how the country can move on from her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillary Clinton has been making the rounds on numerous media outlets recently, sparking widespread speculation about a potential 2028 presidential run. Kamala Harris, meanwhile, has been weighing a bid for the California governor’s seat. Joe Rogan’s podcast is being credited by many as a significant factor in President Trump’s 2024 election victory, given the wide platform it provided for Trump to...

Steve believes the U.S. may need to resume military hostilities against Iran before the conflict can be resolved, even as the Strait of Hormuz blockade puts mounting economic pressure on Tehran. He also touched on elements of the original Iran nuclear framework from the Obama era that may resurface in current negotiations under the Trump administration, although not in their entirety. The guys als...

Loretta in Rye, NY, thinks Pope Leo should tone down his political rhetoric and focus more on Christian and Catholic values. Kay in Manhattan feels that Pope Leo isn’t defending the right things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The escalating feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV intensified after Trump posted an AI-generated image on Truth Social depicting himself as a Jesus-like figure. The post came shortly after Trump blasted Pope Leo XIV, calling him “WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy” for criticizing U.S. military actions against Iran. Trump later deleted the image, telling reporters, “I though...