The Mark Simone Show

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Did you know that, according to Governor Kathy Hochul, New York is now considered a sanctuary state? Ken discusses whether the U.S. immigration system is actually broken, offering a different perspective on the issue. He also highlights that New Jersey has been recognized as a sanctuary state and emphasizes the importance of entering the United States through l...

They discuss why mainstream media often fails to address misinformation from climate change advocates and organizations, and the importance of critically examining claims from all sides. Ken and Matt emphasize that opening the door to understanding opposing viewpoints is crucial for genuine learning. Their conversation explores how individuals from different political parties in the USA can work t...

Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, called in to sound off on how so many people are housing illegals in their residences. Peter from Jackson, New Jersey, discussed the importance of learning English in America. He emphasized that strong English skills can be crucial for citizenship and warned of the challenges that might arise for those who do not learn the language. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. Did you know that, according to Governor Kathy Hochul, New York is now considered a sanctuary state? Ken discusses whether the U.S. immigration system is actually broken, offering a different perspective on the issue. He also highlights that New Jersey has been recognized as a sanctuary state and emphasizes the importance of entering the United States through l...

Armen talked about what it’s like to be on the campaign trail, the goals he’s focusing on, and how things are going so far. As someone who served 25 years in the Navy, Armen said Memorial Day should really be about remembering those who gave their lives for the country. Ken and Armen also got into foreign policy. They discussed what President Trump did about Venezuela’s former president, Nicolás M...

Rob from Franklin Square, New York, suggested that Memorial Day could be commemorated differently by moving it from Monday to Friday each year. He shared his thoughts on how this change might influence the way the holiday is remembered. Maria from Connecticut called to express her dissatisfaction with Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s performance so far. Maria shared specific concerns about his...

Ken Rosato fills in for Mark Simone. United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been speaking out about the timeline of the war in Iran. Ken dives into a Woman arrested for child neglect after abandoning a baby for a McDonald’s meetup in Maryland. President Trump went 37 for 37 for his endorsement in the primaries this week, and it was a huge win.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Radio icon Jim Kerr fills in for Mark Simone. Jim shares stories about meeting Mark for the first time and the memories they've made together in the industry and beyond the studio. He also wonders if AI could soon take over more jobs, and questions why Luigi Mangione is receiving praise after his actions involving United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Jim interviews Rebecca Damon, Executive Direct...

Radio icon Jim Kerr fills in for Mark Simone. Jim shares stories about meeting Mark for the first time and the memories they've made together in the industry and beyond the studio. He also wonders if AI could soon take over more jobs, and questions why Luigi Mangione is receiving praise after his actions involving United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Jim takes your calls! Jim interviews Rebecca D...

Radio legend Jim Kerr fills in for Mark Simone and interviews Clinical Psychologist Katherine Rachlin. Katherine discusses the psychological reasons some women stand outside the courthouse during Luigi Mangione’s trial for the murder of the United Healthcare CEO. She also points to the healthcare crisis in the U.S. as a possible factor behind such extreme actions. Katherine talks about her documen...

Rob in Queens, NY, is so sad that people are just worried about Luigi Mangione's looks, aside from what he did by killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Danny, a dedicated listener, called Jim to reminisce about an amazing memory of him that Josh remembers. Also, where are love letters coming from for criminals in jail? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They react to The New York Times leaving Billy Joel off its list of the greatest American songwriters and share their thoughts on Paul McCartney’s recent SNL performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio legend Jim Kerr fills in for Mark Simone and interviews Clinical Psychologist Katherine Rachlin. Katherine discusses the psychological reasons some women stand outside the courthouse during Luigi Mangione’s trial for the murder of the United Healthcare CEO. She also points to the healthcare crisis in the U.S. as a possible factor behind such extreme actions. Katherine talks about her documen...

They talk about the growing impact of AI in industries like broadcasting and how the Take it Down Act might help protect broadcasters’ jobs. Rebecca explains the importance of strong guardrails to keep AI from replacing talent in entertainment and sheds light on the crucial behind-the-scenes jobs that make these productions possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al from Yonkers, NY, called Jim to discuss the groupies attending court and press conferences during Luigi Mangione’s hearings and trials. TD from Queens, NY, called in to talk about OMNY, the new payment system for the subways, and asked if the MetroCard is still valid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Radio icon Jim Kerr fills in for Mark Simone. Jim shares stories about meeting Mark for the first time and the memories they've made together in the industry and beyond the studio. He also wonders if AI could soon take over more jobs, and questions why Luigi Mangione is receiving praise after his actions involving United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

President Trump scored a major victory in last night’s Republican primaries, defeating opponents like John Cornyn, Bill Cassidy, and Thomas Massie, none of whom received his endorsement and have recently distanced themselves from him. The candidates Trump backed came out on top, highlighting his continued influence on the GOP. On foreign policy, President Trump commented on rising tensions with Ir...

President Trump scored a major victory in last night’s Republican primaries, defeating opponents like John Cornyn, Bill Cassidy, and Thomas Massie, none of whom received his endorsement and have recently distanced themselves from him. The candidates Trump backed came out on top, highlighting his continued influence on the GOP. On foreign policy, President Trump commented on rising tensions with Ir...

President Trump’s defeat of Rep. Thomas Massie comes after millions were spent on advertising for Massie’s campaign. Mark delves into the Trump, Jeffrey Epstein connection, reiterating that Trump distanced himself from Epstein. The show also notes Democrats’ reaction to the end of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” which is airing its final episode tomorrow. Colbert was a frequent critic of Tru...

Ann debates whether she’ll tune in for Colbert’s last show. Trump’s pick for Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, has received positive reviews for his performance so far. She reflects on the significance of Palm Beach International Airport’s upcoming renaming to Trump International Airport, while she and Mark discuss the increasingly left-leaning culture on college campuses, places Ann once frequ...

Greg in Jersey City, NJ, called Mark to talk about how he saw a Pizza Hut location that went back to old school restaurant branding, which is attracting people. Jim in New Jersey called Mark to talk about a story of industrialist Henry Flagler, who helped build a railroad from Miami, Florida, to Key West, Florida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump’s defeat of Rep. Thomas Massie comes after millions were spent on advertising for Massie’s campaign. Mark delves into the Trump, Jeffrey Epstein connection, reiterating that Trump distanced himself from Epstein. The show also notes Democrats’ reaction to the end of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” which is airing its final episode tomorrow. Colbert was a frequent critic of Tru...

Howie and Mark break down the Georgia primaries, which saw competitive races and shifting alliances. Senator Bill Cassidy, despite his loss, publicly supports a new Senate resolution to end U.S. involvement in the conflict in Iran. The guys also remember liberal icon Barney Frank, who has passed away. Mark and Howie dive into the anticipated renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to Trump In...

Joe in Elmwood Park, NJ, called in to highlight FBI Director Kash Patel's recent testimony in Washington, D.C., where Patel strongly challenged Senator Chris Van Hollen and came out looking effective and assertive. Joe in Nutley offered an example of how fake news can mislead even highly intelligent people, illustrating the importance of verifying information in today's media landscape. See omnyst...

President Trump scored a major victory in last night’s Republican primaries, defeating opponents like John Cornyn, Bill Cassidy, and Thomas Massie, none of whom received his endorsement and have recently distanced themselves from him. The candidates Trump backed came out on top, highlighting his continued influence on the GOP. On foreign policy, President Trump commented on rising tensions with Ir...