The Mark Simone Show

Tom in Point Pleasant, NJ called to talk about rising movie revenues and how theaters charge so much these days. Hal in Freeport, NY called in and shared a story about how he used to go out and streak back in the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark talks about why Camp David is used for key military meetings, especially after last week’s Cabinet meeting on striking Iran. A new CNN poll shows Democrats trailing Trump. Mark also names the top fashion store in the tri-state area and highlights a huge weekend at the box office because of multiple movies, including Spider-Man. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael and Mark dive into Dr. Fauci’s testimony and how Fauci's journals don’t match his actions during the pandemic. They also talk about how Democrats keep finding new “anti-Trump” heroes, and whether Mamdani should show up at the 25th 9/11 anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich in Myrtle Beach called in to discuss the sheriff involved in the Nancy Guthrie case, saying he shouldn't be in the job. Vincent in Brooklyn talked about how New York City is targeting landlords by sending new inspection letters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark breaks down what’s really going on with U.S.-Iran talks. Minnesota’s water system suffered a major cyber-attack, and there are claims Iran was behind it, though that’s still being questioned. Spain announced plans to build a border fence to stop migrants. Mark shares the latest on Savannah Guthrie’s mom’s case, focusing on new claims about evidence found by a sheriff. With the 9/11 anniversar...

Mike in Florida called to talk about how Democrats and socialists often discuss affordability issues. Bonnie in New Hope called in to share her thoughts on the seating chart at Lindsey Graham's funeral, saying she found the layout interesting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump decided not to launch a bigger attack on Iran with Israel after several Gulf countries pushed for peace. Mark says Bernie Sanders is now the main leader in the Democratic Party. Vincent Pastore from The Sopranos died over the weekend. Mark talks about how a show like The Sopranos probably couldn’t be made today because of political correctness. There are now over 2 million podcasts...

Mark discusses the new iPhones coming out in September, the defunding of PBS making them more left-leaning, the Pentagon taking a financial stake in defense companies, a new food hall coming to the old Lord and Taylor storefront in NYC, Kathy Hocul wants to build solar energy farms in upstate New York, a new apartment building on the UES will be the more expensive rental building in NYC, an upscal...

Ken Rosato is filling in for Mark Simone. He discusses Elon Musk’s plans to spend at least $100 million to support Republican candidates in the upcoming Midterm elections. Ken also highlights Spain, where tensions are high, as authorities recently returned over 25,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco following a deadly border surge. Ken interviews Mike Kelly of The Record and NorthJersey.com. Mike t...

Ken Rosato is filling in for Mark Simone. He discusses Elon Musk’s plans to spend at least $100 million to support Republican candidates in the upcoming Midterm elections. Ken also highlights Spain, where tensions are high, as authorities recently returned over 25,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco following a deadly border surge. Ken takes your calls! Ken interviews Mike Kelly of The Record and N...

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is gaining on Governor Kathy Hochul, and Ken breaks down the latest poll numbers and what they mean for the race. He also sounds off on New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill's comments after the Trump administration said it would review the state's handling of a motor vehicle software error that allowed some people...

Jesse, a lawyer himself, explains why Dr. Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth during his hearing this week amid claims about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wuhan lab, and whether he misled Congress. He also explains why attorneys sometimes advise people to exercise their Fifth Amendment rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris in Trenton, NJ, called in to talk about former Governor Phil Murphy's policies, saying they're still having an impact today. Mike in Port Chester, NY called in and brought up something lawyer Gordon G. Chang said about Dr. Anthony Fauci. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is gaining on Governor Kathy Hochul, and Ken breaks down the latest poll numbers and what they mean for the race. He also sounds off on New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill's comments after the Trump administration said it would review the state's handling of a motor vehicle software error that allowed some people...

Mike talks with Ken about Governor Mikie Sherrill's response to the state's voter registration software error. They break down the details behind the issue and whether there are bigger questions beyond the 6,600 flagged records. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vincent from Brooklyn checked in with Ken Rosato about the migrant issues in Spain, where thousands of people have been trying to get into the Spanish city of Ceuta from Morocco, and the Spanish government has been sending many of them back. Joe from Elmwood Park, NJ also called in to talk with Ken about recent controversies in New Jersey regarding non-citizens voting. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Ken Rosato is filling in for Mark Simone. He discusses Elon Musk’s plans to spend at least $100 million to support Republican candidates in the upcoming Midterm elections. Ken also highlights Spain, where tensions are high, as authorities recently returned over 25,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco following a deadly border surge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark explains in more detail what was written in Dr. Anthony Fauci's journal. Fauci pleaded the Fifth Amendment 111 times yesterday when grilled by senators on Capitol Hill about whether he misled Congress, Wuhan lab research, and more. Senator Josh Hawley was among those who questioned Dr. Fauci extensively about his decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment when asked numerous questions. Was Anthon...

Mark explains in more detail what was written in Dr. Anthony Fauci's journal. Fauci pleaded the Fifth Amendment 111 times yesterday when grilled by senators on Capitol Hill about whether he misled Congress, Wuhan lab research, and more. Senator Josh Hawley was among those who questioned Dr. Fauci extensively about his decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment when asked numerous questions. Was Anthon...

Volodymyr Zelensky is being praised for building his own missiles and battlefield drones in Ukraine. He also told most of the media yesterday that it's time to add Ukraine to NATO for safety reasons. President Trump is happy with Zelensky so far. Mark explains a CNN poll on how the Democrats and Republicans are polling in the Midterms so far; the Dems have a lower rating than the Republican Party....

Jimmy sounds off on Dr. Anthony Fauci's testimony on Capitol Hill about the pandemic yesterday and the takeaways from it. The guys make fun of what's in his diary, which is very interesting. Mark asks Jimmy the secret to doing a three-hour show, since The Mark Simone Show is expanding to 3 hours starting Monday, August 3rd, 2026! Jimmy gives us an update on how Los Angeles, California is.  See omn...

Tova in Great Neck called in to talk to Mark about Dr. Fauci and thinks Dr Fauci should change his name to....... Stewart in South Carolina called Mark to reminisce about Lindsey Graham being his senator, and Stewart honestly wasn't a huge fan of him when he was a senator. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Volodymyr Zelensky is being praised for building his own missiles and battlefield drones in Ukraine. He also told most of the media yesterday that it's time to add Ukraine to NATO for safety reasons. President Trump is happy with Zelensky so far. Mark explains a CNN poll on how the Democrats and Republicans are polling in the Midterms so far; the Dems have a lower rating than the Republican Party....

Ernie from Georgia called in to ask Mark whether, if Dr. Fauci were found guilty of funding the Wuhan lab, other countries could take legal action against him over allegations that he misled officials and played a role in causing the pandemic. Lauren called Mark to discuss how Dr. Fauci was not questioned about his handling of alleged government-funded animal testing, specifically on reports alleg...

Mark explains in more detail what was written in Dr. Anthony Fauci's journal. Fauci pleaded the Fifth Amendment 111 times yesterday when grilled by senators on Capitol Hill about whether he misled Congress, Wuhan lab research, and more. Senator Josh Hawley was among those who questioned Dr. Fauci extensively about his decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment when asked numerous questions. Was Anthon...