Mark Reardon Show

Mark is 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.

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.

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.

Mark is 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 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.

Mark is 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.

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 joined by Randy Raley, veteran local disc jockey, to discuss the upcoming Rush concert at the Enterprise Center. Raley shares his personal history covering the Canadian rock band, reflects on their extensive touring history in St. Louis dating back to the 1970s, and evaluates the group's enduring connection with local rock fans.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, host of the Duane's World Podcast and producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, to discuss key political trends heading into the midterm elections. Patterson analyzes early voting turnout metrics, Republican campaign strategy in red states, candidate dynamics in battleground races like Minnesota, and the broader political landscape. Mark is later joined by Randy Raley, veteran local disc jockey, to discuss the upcoming Rush concert at the Enterprise Center. Raley shares his personal history covering the Canadian rock band, reflects on their extensive touring history in St. Louis dating back to the 1970s, and evaluates the group's enduring connection with local rock fans. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Brian Kilmeade, FOX and Friends co-host, host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, and host of One Nation, to discuss his recent interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy regarding potential ceasefire conditions and security guarantees. They also examine key midterm election polling trends across the country, border security concerns, and preview his upcoming "Uniting the States" tour event at The Factory in St. Louis. Mark is later joined by Adam Guillette, President of Accuracy in the Media, to discuss his organization's latest undercover video investigation into the University of Missouri. Guillette explains how university staff and faculty allegedly bypass Missouri's DEI ban by rebranding diversity programs under new names like "The Bridge" or funneling initiatives through student organizations. 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 Steve Schankman, Founder and President of Contemporary Productions, to discuss the launch of the St. Louis City Legends banner program in partnership with Greater St. Louis Inc. Schankman details how the program celebrates iconic figures who shaped the region's culture, sports, history, and entertainment, while working to beautify downtown St. Louis. He is later joined by Bill McDermott, long-time soccer broadcaster, to preview the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup championship match between St. Louis City SC and the Columbus Crew. McDermott details the historic significance of the tournament, St. Louis's rich tradition in the competition, and what a potential victory would mean for the franchise. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, host of the Duane's World Podcast and producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, to discuss key political trends heading into the midterm elections. Patterson analyzes early voting turnout metrics, Republican campaign strategy in red states, candidate dynamics in battleground races like Minnesota, and the broader political landscape. Mark is later joined by Randy Raley, veteran local disc jockey, to discuss the upcoming Rush concert at the Enterprise Center. Raley shares his personal history covering the Canadian rock band, reflects on their extensive touring history in St. Louis dating back to the 1970s, and evaluates the group's enduring connection with local rock fans. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.