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   Number 1: Hour 2: Sue's News - How Was The Cheeseburger Made?

   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 then joined by Paul Hall, film critic for Common Guy Films, to review the latest theatrical releases and streaming options. Paul breaks down the new Resident Evil film, the western drama The Way starring Ethan Hawke, and Russell Crowe’s crime thriller The Get Out on Paramount+, while also offering recommendations for popular series on Apple TV+ and Netflix. He's later joined by Frank Cusumano, KSDK Sports Anchor, to discuss the upcoming college and professional sports slate. Frank breaks down Missouri football's matchup against Troy, the Cardinals' historical season trends, STL City SC's ongoing unbeaten streak, and the St. Louis Blues' preparation for the upcoming NHL season.

   September 18, 2026·39min
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   Number 2: How to Save College Football | What Interest Rate Changes Means for Economy | Can You Trust A.I.? | And More (8/17/26) Full Show

   In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Charles Lipson, professor emeritus at the University of Chicago and columnist for RealClearPolitics and The Spectator, to discuss his latest column proposing solutions to end the chaos in modern college football. Professor Lipson details the economic shifts driven by Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) budgets, the implications of unrestricted transfer portals, and the necessity of implementing financial literacy programs and long-term savings structures like 401(k) equivalents to protect student-athletes' financial futures. Mark is later joined by Morgan Wright, former Chief Security Advisor for SentinelOne and founder/CEO of the National Center for Open and Unsolved Cases, to discuss the ongoing debates surrounding artificial intelligence. Morgan puts current "AI doomsday" concerns into historical perspective by drawing parallels to nuclear deterrence, while identifying China as the primary national security threat in the emerging digital cold war. He also argues against government "kill switches," suggesting that legal liability and private sector innovation are the best mechanisms for managing emerging technology risks. 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 then joined by Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center, to discuss the season premiere of 60 Minutes, media coverage surrounding crime, and the online fallout over a viral AI video involving Texas quarterback Arch Manning and reporter Holly Rowe. He is later joined by John Reeves, appellate specialist, former Assistant Missouri Attorney General, and civil law attorney with Reeves Law LLC in Clayton, to discuss the oral arguments held today before the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals concerning Missouri's congressional map. John breaks down the legal standing arguments, the judges' questioning regarding the Elections Clause, and the potential timelines for a final ruling from the court or the U.S. Supreme Court. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Scott Jennings, 97.1 FM political insider, host of The Scott Jennings Show on KFTK, and CNN contributor, to analyze key national economic and political debates. Scott breaks down his recent CNN panel exchange on tariffs versus corporate income taxes, the political messaging surrounding the cost of living in key battleground states, and his perspective on potential federal regulations regarding artificial intelligence. Mark is later joined by Dave Simons, partner and managing director at One Private Wealth in Chesterfield, to discuss the Federal Reserve's recent decision to raise interest rates. Dave breaks down the economic factors driving the rate hike, the credibility challenges facing Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, and how the bond market's reaction could impact broader economic stability, market forecasts, and potential recession risks. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

   September 17, 2026·1h 55min
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   Number 3: Hour 3: Audio Cut of the Day - Senator Kennedy RIPS Abdul El-Sayed

   In hour 3, Mark is joined by Scott Jennings, 97.1 FM political insider, host of The Scott Jennings Show on KFTK, and CNN contributor, to analyze key national economic and political debates. Scott breaks down his recent CNN panel exchange on tariffs versus corporate income taxes, the political messaging surrounding the cost of living in key battleground states, and his perspective on potential federal regulations regarding artificial intelligence. Mark is later joined by Dave Simons, partner and managing director at One Private Wealth in Chesterfield, to discuss the Federal Reserve's recent decision to raise interest rates. Dave breaks down the economic factors driving the rate hike, the credibility challenges facing Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, and how the bond market's reaction could impact broader economic stability, market forecasts, and potential recession risks. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

   September 17, 2026·39min
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   Number 4: John Ziegler Analyzes Arch Manning's AI Video Apology, Media Narratives, and Recent Broadcast News Headlines

   Mark is joined by John Ziegler, co-host of The Death of Journalism podcast and former Mediaite senior columnist, to discuss the online controversy surrounding Texas quarterback Arch Manning's reaction to a viral AI-generated video involving coach Steve Sarkisian and reporter Holly Rowe. John examines the media's reaction to the video, female sports journalism narratives, and the broader implications of AI in digital sports media, while also touching on recent broadcast news segments from 60 Minutes.

   September 16, 2026·11min
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   Number 5: Corey DeAngelis Explores Undercover Investigation Findings on Mizzou Professor's Secret DEI Practices

   Mark is joined by Corey DeAngelis, Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and author of The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from Radicals Ruining Our Schools, to discuss recent undercover video footage involving a University of Missouri professor discussing covert DEI practices on campus. Corey shares the university's swift public response, the professor's apology, and the broader implications for ideology, free speech, and school choice in higher education.

   September 15, 2026·16min
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