Mark Reardon Show

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Bill Michaels, legendary Milwaukee sports talk show host, to preview the opening of the World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays. Michaels describes the electric atmosphere and massive watch parties across Milwaukee, analyzes the key pitching and bullpen matchups, addresses the team's "Timeless Ticket" controversy, and provides an injury update on the Green Bay Packers ahead of their matchup with the Detroit Lions. Mark is later joined by Brad Schiff, Head of Animation for LAIKA Studios, to discuss the release of their new stop-motion animated feature Wildwood. Schiff details the meticulous craft of stop-motion animation, explains the 16-year journey to bring the story to the screen, describes how puppets and miniature costumes are engineered, and reflects on his career working on celebrated films like ParaNorman. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Mark is joined by Brad Schiff, Head of Animation for LAIKA Studios, to discuss the release of their new stop-motion animated feature Wildwood. Schiff details the meticulous craft of stop-motion animation, explains the 16-year journey to bring the story to the screen, describes how puppets and miniature costumes are engineered, and reflects on his career working on celebrated films like ParaNorman.

Mark is joined by Bill Michaels, legendary Milwaukee sports talk show host, to preview the opening of the World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays. Michaels describes the electric atmosphere and massive watch parties across Milwaukee, analyzes the key pitching and bullpen matchups, addresses the team's "Timeless Ticket" controversy, and provides an injury update on the Green Bay Packers ahead of their matchup with the Detroit Lions.

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 and television critic with Common Guy’s Film Reviews, to discuss his recovery and early warning signs following a second stroke. Hall also previews new theatrical releases including LAIKA Studios' Wildwood, reviews streaming titles such as Hulu's Swipe Right on the Devil and Phony, and shares his recommendations across major streaming platforms. He's later joined by Frank Cusumano, KSDK Sports Director, to break down the latest news across the St. Louis sports scene. Cusumano reports live from the Stifel Charity Classic, assesses the Cardinals' decision to part ways with hitting coach Brant Brown, recaps consecutive wins for the St. Louis Blues, previews the World Series matchup, and provides updates on St. Louis City SC and local college basketball.

Mark is joined by Frank Cusumano, KSDK Sports Director, to break down the latest news across the St. Louis sports scene. Cusumano reports live from the Stifel Charity Classic, assesses the Cardinals' decision to part ways with hitting coach Brant Brown, recaps consecutive wins for the St. Louis Blues, previews the World Series matchup, and provides updates on St. Louis City SC and local college basketball.

Mark is joined by Paul Hall, film and television critic with Common Guy’s Film Reviews, to discuss his recovery and early warning signs following a second stroke. Hall also previews new theatrical releases including LAIKA Studios' Wildwood, reviews streaming titles such as Hulu's Swipe Right on the Devil and Phony, and shares his recommendations across major streaming platforms.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Jeff Smith, former Missouri State Senator and Executive Director of the Missouri Workforce Housing Association, and Jean Evans, political consultant for Go Consulting and former State Representative, for the Reardon Roundtable. The panel discusses the high-stakes 2nd Congressional District race between Ann Wagner and Ray Wellman, analyzes voter sentiment surrounding Missouri Amendment 3, breaks down key St. Louis area state house races, and evaluates national midterm election dynamics.

We take a look at the midterms and key issues surrounding them from Audacy's conservative hosts.

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 discuss Representative Ilhan Omar's recent television interview and her responses to personal background questions. They also evaluate current midterm election polling, examine voter turnout strategies in key states, and analyze political trends in major Senate and gubernatorial races. Mark is later joined by Ryan Wrecker, fill-in host on 97.1 FM Talk, WWJ Radio anchor, and syndicated host of Coast to Coast, to discuss the recent debate between Michigan Senate candidates Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed. Wrecker analyzes key exchanges from the debate, breaks down voter sentiment and campaign strategies in Michigan, and evaluates how broader political trends could influence the outcome of the race. 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 Salena Zito, columnist for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Washington Post, Washington Examiner, and New York Post, to discuss key political trends in Ohio leading into the midterm elections. Zito details how working-class voters in Mahoning County are influencing major races, evaluates controversial political campaign strategies, and reflects on why many voters remain guarded when speaking to pollsters. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center, to discuss Representative Ilhan Omar's recent television interview and the media's framing of her answers. They also examine voter reaction to controversial campaign ads in the Ohio Senate race, analyze the competitive political landscape in Minnesota, and discuss how national media outlets are covering key midterm election storylines. Mark is later joined by Joe Patterson, Executive Director of the St. Louis County Police Association, to discuss the 10th Annual Blake Snyder Memorial Trivia Night benefitting the Need of Aid Foundation. Patterson details the legacy of Officer Blake Snyder, explains how the foundation assists officers and their families in times of crisis, and provides event details for the upcoming fundraiser. He then wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Curtis Houck, Managing Editor of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center, to discuss Representative Ilhan Omar's recent television interview and the media's framing of her answers. They also examine voter reaction to controversial campaign ads in the Ohio Senate race, analyze the competitive political landscape in Minnesota, and discuss how national media outlets are covering key midterm election storylines. Mark is later joined by Joe Patterson, Executive Director of the St. Louis County Police Association, to discuss the 10th Annual Blake Snyder Memorial Trivia Night benefitting the Need of Aid Foundation. Patterson details the legacy of Officer Blake Snyder, explains how the foundation assists officers and their families in times of crisis, and provides event details for the upcoming fundraiser. He then wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.