The Marc Cox Morning Show

Hour 4 opens with on-air studio scramble as the show prepares for major Supreme Court rulings expected later in the morning, with discussion centered on high-stakes cases still pending and the potential national impact of upcoming decisions. Attention then shifts to Griff Jenkins reporting from a National Law Enforcement Officers Day event on Capitol Hill, where he notes the absence of any Democra...

Griff Jenkins reports from a National Law Enforcement Officers Day event on Capitol Hill, highlighting the striking absence of any Democratic lawmakers in attendance despite the bipartisan significance of honoring fallen officers and supporting police. He describes verifying the absence with Capitol press officials, reinforcing concerns about growing political polarization around law enforcement r...

Shannon Bream outlines what’s expected as the Supreme Court prepares to release major decisions, including potential rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes in school sports, and limits on presidential executive authority. She explains that the birthright citizenship case appears likely to produce a clear-cut ruling rather than a split interpretation, noting strong skepticism from...

Hour 3 opens with breaking coverage of the U.S.–China summit, including diplomatic messaging around trade, Taiwan tensions, and strategic leverage tied to global energy and supply chains. The conversation then shifts into a deep dive on recreational marijuana legalization, featuring concerns about youth usage rates, commercialization, dispensary expansion, and public health risks including psychos...

Jordan Davidson of Smart Approaches to Marijuana discusses concerns surrounding recreational legalization, citing data showing increased youth usage rates and rising cannabis use disorder in states that have legalized. He explains how legalization has evolved into full commercialization, marked by aggressive advertising, rapid dispensary expansion, and targeting of low-income communities and areas...

Former Senator Jim Talent says the Trump administration is gaining leverage over China by reshaping global supply chains and increasing pressure through energy dominance and trade strategy. He argues the U.S. is forcing China into a defensive position by limiting access to critical resources and strengthening alliances across Asia and the Middle East. Talent frames the current moment as a strategi...

Hour 2 opens with behind-the-scenes studio banter as the hosts work through ongoing microphone issues and adjustments in their temporary setup, along with promotion of live streaming and listener interaction. The conversation shifts into St. Louis County politics, focusing on allegations against County Executive Sam Page involving claims of working multiple jobs, prompting a prosecutor recusal and...

Tom Ackerman joins the show in Studio C for a wide-ranging sports conversation that opens with updates on Mizzou running back Ahmad Hardy, who is recovering after being shot during an outdoor Mississippi concert incident described as a “melee,” with discussion centered on his recovery outlook and whether he can return to football. The conversation shifts to the St. Louis Cardinals, who fall to the...

The “St. Louis Morning Brief” opens with a case in St. Charles County where Maria Cruz Cortez has pleaded guilty to helping an undocumented worker obtain fake immigration documents and Social Security credentials to work at the Golden Apple Buffet, tying into a larger discussion about a September raid that uncovered 44 undocumented individuals living across two homes. Marc argues the case highligh...

Hour 1 opens in the station’s temporary studio with on-air adjustments, technical hiccups, and countdown chatter about returning to the main studio, before quickly shifting into political and cultural flashpoints. The hour breaks down a reported confrontation involving Rand Paul’s son, who allegedly made anti-Semitic remarks toward Congressman Mike Lawler during a drunken incident in Washington, s...

During “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc unload on Planet Fitness after a New Hampshire woman claimed her gym membership was canceled for reporting a biological male inside the women’s locker room. Kim details how the woman allegedly raised safety concerns after seeing a transgender-identifying individual in the shower area, only to later receive notice that her membership had been terminated for viol...

The May 13, 2026 edition of The Marc Cox Morning Show delivers a fast-moving mix of political controversy, economic pressure points, and international tension. Hour 1 centers on escalating scrutiny of St. Louis County Executive Sam Page amid allegations of outside anesthesiology work despite rules barring dual employment, alongside a major legal challenge to the U.S. Census Bureau over counting il...

Hour 4 blends international and domestic political flashpoints, opening with coverage of the president’s high-profile trip to China and the broader implications for energy markets, inflation, and geopolitical leverage. The discussion moves through rising gas prices and renewed debate over federal and state fuel taxes, framed against concerns about household costs and political accountability. Dome...

Charles Payne joins the show to unpack the economic ripple effects of rising geopolitical tensions, especially concerns around Iran, oil supply shocks, and inflation pressures tied to energy markets. He pushes back on extreme price predictions, arguing that while volatility is real, prior forecasts of catastrophic oil spikes haven’t materialized thanks in part to U.S. production strength and frack...

Jimmy Failla joins the show reacting to rising gas prices, the president’s trip to China, and the broader geopolitical backdrop involving Iran and energy markets. The conversation turns into a sharp, comedic breakdown of a YouGov poll claiming large shares of Democrats believe they could beat Donald Trump—or even that an eight-year-old could win a fight against him—prompting Failla to frame it as...

Hour 3 opens with St. Louis County Councilman Dennis Hancock discussing allegations that County Executive Sam Page violated rules by working outside his official duties, with pressure mounting for further legal review and potential removal proceedings. The hour then shifts to Stefan Padfield from the Heritage Foundation, who breaks down ongoing DEI policy battles in corporations and universities,...

Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute breaks down how Illinois drivers are hit with some of the highest gas taxes in the country, driven by the 2019 tax hike and automatic annual increases that continue regardless of legislative votes. He explains how state leaders have access to billions in road funds yet still raise fuel costs, and how layered taxes from state, county, and local level...

Stefan Padfield of the Free Enterprise Institute and Heritage Foundation joins to discuss ongoing corporate and institutional responses to DEI policy rollbacks, arguing that while some progress has been made in scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, many organizations are simply rebranding rather than eliminating them. The conversation expands into concerns about ideological persi...

The segment centers on St. Louis County Councilman Dennis Hancock outlining the council’s allegations that County Executive Sam Page violated a charter rule barring outside employment, citing SSM work records and reimbursement data as evidence of outside activity beyond his official role. Hancock argues the council has referred the matter to prosecutors and the attorney general after concluding Pa...

Hour 2 opens with lighter conversation about Journey announcing a so-called final tour, sparking debate over farewell tour marketing tactics and nostalgia-driven ticket sales, along with discussion about changing concert culture and digital-only ticketing. The hour quickly pivots into politics and local controversy, including the Missouri Supreme Court upholding the Republican-backed congressional...

In the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” Marc breaks down the Missouri Supreme Court decision upholding the Republican-backed congressional map, pushing back on media framing that labeled it gerrymandered while emphasizing the ruling strengthens GOP positioning in future elections. The discussion then turns to escalating tension between Cara Spencer and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department board...

Hour 1 opens with Marc and the crew adjusting to their temporary studio setup before diving headfirst into mounting ethics questions surrounding Sam Page and allegations that he continued performing anesthesiology work hundreds of times while serving as county executive despite rules against holding dual employment. Marc questions claims that the work was unpaid volunteer service and argues the co...

In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Onge and Marc dive into the growing burden of student loan debt after a study found that many Gen Z borrowers are delaying major life milestones like buying homes, getting married, or starting families because of overwhelming college costs. The conversation critiques the modern higher education system, with Marc arguing colleges dramatically inflated tuition prices once...

The show opens in a temporary studio with technical issues and guest-heavy programming, then moves quickly into political controversy surrounding Donald Trump, including renewed claims about deep state resistance, skepticism over past assassination narratives, and criticism of intelligence officials like John Brennan. A major national security thread develops after reporting that a former Californ...

Hour 4 opens with President Trump’s comments on Iran, framing internal divisions within the regime between moderates and hardliners as negotiations continue over a rejected peace proposal. Senator Eric Schmitt argues Iran’s military position has been significantly weakened, particularly in missile capability and naval strength, and says the administration’s priority remains preventing nuclear weap...