Mark Reardon Show

Mark is joined by Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center, to break down the latest media coverage and network reactions. Houck analyzes the media's framing of White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's recent press briefing, highlights press double standards regarding public figures' credentials, and discusses the ongoing media reaction surrounding Shane Gillis's comedy monologue and corporate reporting.

In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Tim Sommer, music journalist and author, to discuss the newly released "Rubber Soul" Super Deluxe Beatles box set. Sommer shares his insights into the creative process of the Beatles during their 1965 recording sessions, highlights the historical significance of the album's original mono mixes, and breaks down the inclusion of previously unreleased session outtakes and demos.

Mark is joined by Tim Sommer, music journalist and author, to discuss the newly released "Rubber Soul" Super Deluxe Beatles box set. Sommer shares his insights into the creative process of the Beatles during their 1965 recording sessions, highlights the historical significance of the album's original mono mixes, and breaks down the inclusion of previously unreleased session outtakes and demos.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago and columnist for The Spectator and RealClearPolitics, to analyze key political developments. Lipson evaluates James Talarico's recent campaign absence and CNN town hall appearance, breaks down the high-stakes Texas political races and campaign advertising spending, and discusses the Department of Justice investigation into Representative Ilhan Omar. Mark is later joined by Matt Calkins, columnist for OutKick and former sports columnist for the Seattle Times, to discuss his coverage of a Washington state high school girls' cross-country team that walked off the course in protest of competing against a biological male. Calkins shares the details of the student protest, reflects on his own departure from the Seattle Times over media censorship surrounding women's sports, and discusses the broader state of sports journalism.

Mark is joined by Matt Calkins, columnist for OutKick and former sports columnist for the Seattle Times, to discuss his coverage of a Washington state high school girls' cross-country team that walked off the course in protest of competing against a biological male. Calkins shares the details of the student protest, reflects on his own departure from the Seattle Times over media censorship surrounding women's sports, and discusses the broader state of sports journalism.

Mark is joined by Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago and columnist for The Spectator and RealClearPolitics, to analyze key political developments. Lipson evaluates James Talarico's recent campaign absence and CNN town hall appearance, breaks down the high-stakes Texas political races and campaign advertising spending, and discusses the Department of Justice investigation into Representative Ilhan Omar.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Brian Kilmeade, co-host of FOX & Friends and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, to celebrate the release of his new book, United We Stand: Six Crucial Moments That Forged the American Miracle. Kilmeade shares insights into the pivotal historical moments featured in his book, talks about his upcoming appearance at The Factory in Chesterfield, and offers his perspective on recent pop culture headlines and media coverage. Mark is later joined by Brad Young, 97.1 FM Talk Chief Legal Analyst and Partner at Harris, Young & Kayser, to break down current legal headlines. Young analyzes the ongoing NCAA lawsuits involving fifth-year eligibility and roster caps for college athletes—including Saint Louis University's Robbie Avila and Mizzou's Mark Mitchell—evaluates the Department of Justice investigation into Representative Ilhan Omar, and discusses new studies regarding attorney health and well-being. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Alex Rich makes his return to the studio and brings a special guest, his newborn daughter, Poppy. They discusses the early weeks of parenting, the joys, challenges and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, contributor at HotAir.com and host of the Duane's World Podcast, to analyze early voting data and turnout trends ahead of the midterm elections. Patterson breaks down age demographics in key swing states, evaluates campaign strategies in contested House and Senate races, and shares his thoughts on White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's debut press briefing. Mark is later joined by Mike Gonzalez, Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and co-author of NextGen Marxism: What It Is and How to Combat It, to discuss the rising social unrest in France and Albania, the "red-green alliance" between left-wing radicals and Islamist groups, and the potential impact of Donald Trump's proposed census reforms aimed at restoring national unity. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, contributor at HotAir.com and host of the Duane's World Podcast, to analyze early voting data and turnout trends ahead of the midterm elections. Patterson breaks down age demographics in key swing states, evaluates campaign strategies in contested House and Senate races, and shares his thoughts on White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's debut press briefing. Mark is later joined by Mike Gonzalez, Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and co-author of NextGen Marxism: What It Is and How to Combat It, to discuss the rising social unrest in France and Albania, the "red-green alliance" between left-wing radicals and Islamist groups, and the potential impact of Donald Trump's proposed census reforms aimed at restoring national unity. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Mark is joined by Mike Gonzalez, Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and co-author of NextGen Marxism: What It Is and How to Combat It, to discuss the rising social unrest in France and Albania, the "red-green alliance" between left-wing radicals and Islamist groups, and the potential impact of Donald Trump's proposed census reforms aimed at restoring national unity.

Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, contributor at HotAir.com and host of the Duane's World Podcast, to analyze early voting data and turnout trends ahead of the midterm elections. Patterson breaks down age demographics in key swing states, evaluates campaign strategies in contested House and Senate races, and shares his thoughts on White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's debut press briefing.