The Marc Cox Morning Show

The segment features Rachel Campos-Duffy discussing her new book centered on American patriotism ahead of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. She argues that U.S. schools and cultural institutions have increasingly emphasized negative interpretations of American history, saying younger generations are being taught narratives rooted in shame rather than civic pride. She frames the founding of...

The segment opens with reaction to President Trump’s remarks on Iran, where he describes internal divisions between “moderates” and “hardliners” as negotiations continue over a rejected peace proposal. Eric Schmitt argues the situation has been strategically weakened for Iran, pointing to degraded missile capabilities and reduced military leverage, while stressing that the administration’s goal re...

Hour 3 opens in Studio C with production updates and platform housekeeping, then quickly pivots into political and cultural firestorms, starting with previewed guests including U.S. Sen. Eric Schmidt and discussion of his recent golf outing with Bryson DeChambeau, alongside broader political analysis of Iran tensions, Middle East strategy debates, and commentary tied to figures like John Fetterman...

The segment opens with critical commentary on political rhetoric involving calls for “revolution,” contrasted with warnings about violent language and extremist symbolism in modern politics. The discussion then shifts to an interview with Luis Valdes of Gun Owners of America, who frames the Second Amendment as essential to preventing authoritarian control and compares disarmament efforts to histor...

The segment features Todd Piro joining the show while battling a chest cold, joking about his voice fading as the conversation progresses. The discussion quickly pivots into crime and judicial leniency, sparked by commentary on a Massachusetts shooting video and broader criticism of judges perceived as overly sympathetic to criminals. The conversation turns to public skepticism and media narrative...

Hour 2 opens with the crew settling into their temporary “Studio C” setup amid ongoing station renovations, working through technical hiccups, lighting differences, and equipment adjustments while keeping the show moving and previewing upcoming guest John Lamping to break down Missouri’s final legislative week. The conversation quickly broadens into political and global developments, including Pre...

Former Missouri Senator John Lamping joins the show to break down the chaotic final days of Missouri’s legislative session, arguing lawmakers have stretched the session far too long while leaving many of the state’s biggest issues unresolved and headed instead toward ballot initiatives. Lamping discusses pending fights over abortion, initiative petition reform, and income tax elimination, warning...

In the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” Marc and Kim examine new efforts in St. Charles County to tighten regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb and VRBO following complaints about parties, fights, overcrowding, and neighborhood disruptions. The discussion covers proposed restrictions on overnight guests, vehicle limits, inspections, and spacing requirements between rental properties, while quest...

Hour 1 opens with the crew navigating technical chaos after being relocated to a temporary studio during station renovations, leading to jokes, audio mishaps, and discussion about adapting to the unfamiliar setup before previewing a packed guest lineup that includes Senator Eric Schmidt, Rachel Campos-Duffy, John Lamping, and Louis Valdez. The hour quickly pivots into explosive political commentar...

In “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Onge spotlights the case of former Arcadia, California mayor Eileen Wang, who pleaded guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government after allegedly publishing pro-Beijing propaganda through a seemingly legitimate local news website. The segment expands into a broader discussion about Chinese Communist Party influence operations inside the United States...

Hour 1 opens with Mother’s Day weekend recaps, including a concert featuring Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, before shifting into escalating tensions with Iran tied to the Strait of Hormuz and concerns over rising gas prices. The discussion frames Trump’s Iran strategy as necessary toughness while expanding into a broader cultural critique sparked by Bill Maher’s comments on entitlement, victimhood, a...

Hour 4 opens with Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway outlining a key legal fight over control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Board, signaling a favorable court posture for the state while also detailing a separate aggressive push against kratom and synthetic opioid products being sold in retail outlets. The conversation expands into election integrity, with Hanaway defending efforts...

Tom Ackerman breaks down a tough Cardinals loss to the Padres after Nick Castellanos ties the game with a late home run off Riley O’Brien, turning a potential 3-of-4 series win into a deflating extra-innings defeat despite strong pitching and a highly competitive four-game showing. He frames it as a painful but encouraging series for a young St. Louis team that continues to compete at a high level...

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway joins the show to discuss ongoing litigation over control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Board, where a Cole County judge is expected to rule after signaling likely support for state authority over the board and the mandated city police funding requirements. Hanaway explains that the city of St. Louis and groups including Arch City Defen...

Hour 3 opens with a pushback against alarming media coverage of a reported hantavirus case, arguing the risk is being overstated and not comparable to COVID-era fears. The show then pivots to a detailed legal breakdown with Hans von Spakovsky on redistricting fights in Tennessee, Alabama, and Virginia, focusing on how courts are reshaping Voting Rights Act interpretations and rejecting flawed mapp...

Dan Buck joins the segment to introduce a new format for his “Buck Stops Here” commentary, starting each appearance with a featured independent music clip, this time spotlighting rapper Tom McDonald and his track “Anti,” which he describes as a critique of Hollywood and political culture. The discussion expands into broader cultural and political themes, including criticism of progressive policies...

Hans von Spakovsky joins the show to break down ongoing legal battles over congressional redistricting, focusing on recent Supreme Court-related rulings and state-level disputes. The discussion centers on Tennessee, where debates over district boundaries and representation are intensifying, with criticism aimed at arguments framed around race-based representation while pointing to examples like Me...

Hour 2 opens with reaction to fans camping overnight outside Enterprise Center for a concert by Bring Me the Horizon, sparking debate over fan culture, safety downtown, and rising ticket prices for live events. The discussion quickly pivots to international politics, with Marc arguing President Trump holds strategic leverage over Iran and China amid tensions tied to the Strait of Hormuz, and criti...

In the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” Marc and Kim react to multiple childcare centers across the St. Louis region participating in the “Day Without Childcare” protest movement demanding increased public funding, higher wages, and expanded childcare support programs. Marc sharply criticizes the movement as politically driven activism tied to broader progressive efforts for universal childcare, while K...

Hour 1 opens with Mother’s Day weekend recaps, Marc’s concert trip to see legendary guitarists Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, and praise for the Patriot Training Foundation before pivoting into rising tensions with Iran and frustration over climbing gas prices tied to instability around the Strait of Hormuz. Marc argues President Trump was right to reject Iran’s latest proposal and predicts stronger...

In this “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim and Marc revisit the lingering cultural fallout from the COVID era, criticizing the “trust the science” messaging that dominated public discourse during the pandemic and arguing it discouraged skepticism and independent research. The discussion is sparked by a new campaign from Bayer promoting public confidence in science, which Kim says feels hollow after year...

Kamala Harris has been making the rounds, like a presidential candidate. But why won't she condemn the attempted shooter of Donald Trump? We discuss that, plus when it's okay to criticize gas prices and why kids these days don't seem to want to work.

Hour 1 centers on fallout from U.S. strikes on Iranian targets, with Marc defending the military response and pushing back against critics like Tucker Carlson while tying the conflict into broader debates over American strength, isolationism, and media framing. The hour also dives into St. Louis crime and spending priorities, with sharp criticism of local leadership over repeat offenders, beautifi...

Hour 4 opens with Riley Gaines joining the show ahead of her Missouri Right to Life appearance, where she discusses motherhood, the fight against Missouri’s Amendment 3 abortion expansion effort, and the ongoing national battle over men competing in women’s sports. Gaines argues cultural issues surrounding family, women’s rights, and children remain central political flashpoints as she reflects on...

Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek joins the show to highlight the state’s unclaimed property program after discussions about listeners discovering forgotten money through the ShowMeMoney website. Malek shares his own story of unexpectedly finding hundreds of dollars after taking office and explains that Missouri currently holds more than $1.5 billion in unclaimed assets, with one in ten Missour...