The Mark Simone Show

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...

President Trump has initiated a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, a move expected to significantly impact Iran’s and China’s oil supply and production. Pope Leo and President Trump are engaged in a heated back-and-forth over the definition of peace, with both sides drawing on Christian values. U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California Governor following sexual misconduct ch...

President Trump has initiated a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, a move expected to significantly impact Iran’s and China’s oil supply and production. Pope Leo and President Trump are engaged in a heated back-and-forth over the definition of peace, with both sides drawing on Christian values. U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California Governor following sexual misconduct ch...

The U.S. military’s advanced technology is playing a major role in controlling activity at the Strait of Hormuz. Questions remain about what Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will pursue once he leaves office. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his first 100 days in office this past weekend, announcing upcoming plans and promises while highlighting the city’s progress on crime numbers. Former M...

Bruce provides an update on how his campaign is progressing and has vowed that at 12:01 AM on his first day in office. He will pardon NYPD’s “Cooler Cop,” Erik Duran. Bruce is fighting for his matching campaign funds, which he believes he is entitled to, and views the opposition as a Democratic effort to undermine his campaign. Mark and Bruce discuss the challenges of negotiating the cost of daily...

Stuart in South Carolina called in to share his thoughts on Nikki Haley, describing her behavior during her time in South Carolina as particularly outrageous and underhanded. Chris in Manhattan, NY, called in to debate Mark on President Trump’s actions regarding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. military’s advanced technology is playing a major role in controlling activity at the Strait of Hormuz. Questions remain about what Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will pursue once he leaves office. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his first 100 days in office this past weekend, announcing upcoming plans and promises while highlighting the city’s progress on crime numbers. Former M...

Michael argues that the New York Times has been spreading a significant amount of misinformation regarding President Trump’s relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump has remained firm in his stance against allowing Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. Green Climate Change policies have driven up the cost of living in cities like New York City, making them far more expensive...

Lynn in NJ called Mark to ask why we didn’t send social workers to negotiate with the Iranians over the weekend instead of VP JD Vance, a common reference to Mayor Mamdani’s plans for handling crime and the mentally disturbed in New York City. Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, had a message for those complaining about gas prices in the U.S., pointing out that prices around the world are significantly highe...

President Trump has initiated a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz, a move expected to significantly impact Iran’s and China’s oil supply and production. Pope Leo and President Trump are engaged in a heated back-and-forth over the definition of peace, with both sides drawing on Christian values. U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California Governor following sexual misconduct ch...

Mark talks about how Democrats don't know how to respond to the situation in Iran, high electric bills, possible new Amazon delivery surcharges in NYC, Mamdani celebrates 100 days in office, a new 95-story building up near Grand Central, talk about invoking the 25th Amendment and lawyer Michael Avenatti back in the news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VP JD Vance is heading to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials, though it remains unclear whether Iran will participate. Why did Melania Trump hold a surprise press conference yesterday, addressing the Jeffrey Epstein files and her connection to them? Mark thinks he has the answer. Kamala Harris is scheduled to speak today at Al Sharpton’s convention at the Sheraton in New York City, with Pen...

VP JD Vance is heading to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials, though it remains unclear whether Iran will participate. Why did Melania Trump hold a surprise press conference yesterday, addressing the Jeffrey Epstein files and her connection to them? Mark thinks he has the answer. Kamala Harris is scheduled to speak today at Al Sharpton’s convention at the Sheraton in New York City, with Pen...

VP JD Vance is heading to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials, though it remains unclear whether Iran will participate. Why did Melania Trump hold a surprise press conference yesterday, addressing the Jeffrey Epstein files and her connection to them? Mark thinks he has the answer. Kamala Harris is scheduled to speak today at Al Sharpton’s convention at the Sheraton in New York City, with Pen...

Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, dubbed the robot of the Democratic Party, is demanding a new war authorization to withdraw U.S. military forces from the Middle East. Hunter Biden is calling for a public cage match between the Trump sons. Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, and Alex Jones all weighed in on President Trump’s recent performance, and Trump didn’t hold back in his response. Mark takes your c...

Jackie will soon be performing at a venue made famous by the late, great Rodney Dangerfield, a place near and dear to comedy fans everywhere. Jackie keeps Mark laughing with a barrage of one-liners and jokes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russell from White Plains, NY, calls in to ask Mark why Melania Trump made her announcement about Jeffrey Epstein. Mark believes she was getting ahead of something, a strategic move to preempt what was coming. Randell from Maryland calls in to weigh in on whether the media’s coverage of the Kelce brothers has simply become too much. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.