There is no such thing as free. The Student Debt Collective is arguing to the contrary. Guest-host Mike Ferguson explains why this unrealistic and destructive group thinks public colleges should be free and all student, housing, probation and auto-loan debt be forgiven. We then discuss Right to Work’s failure in Missouri and how minimum wage plays a role in both the economy and the workforce.

Guest host Mike Ferguson fields calls on the issue of schools overstepping their boundary of authority, based on a story about students being suspended for mistakes that took place off campus outside of school hours. Next, the Utah senate committee unanimously approved a bill to decriminalize polygamy. Right or wrong, if love is love, why shouldn’t the same argument that favors same-sex marriage apply to those seeking more than one spouse?

Is former Missouri governor Eric Greitens in the midst of a political comeback? Guest-host Mike Ferguson ponders the question after the Missouri Ethics Commission has officially exonerated Greitens of all violations outside of campaign reporting concerns. In other news, hear why President Trump wants a $25-billion budget for NASA in 2021 to support goals of landing on both the moon and Mars. Finally, are schools taking too much authority over kids? Ferguson presents a new story in which students were suspended for actions taken outside of school hours and off campus.

Host Ryan Wrecker presents a disturbing NPR story revealing that thousands of fetal remains were found buried in Indiana after an abortion provider’s death. Next, hear about a study claiming that golfers face half the risk of premature death because the sport helps alleviate stress. Later, hear the story of a 6-year-old girl with down-syndrome who was reported to the police for pointing a finger gun at a teacher. In contrast, a high school officer threatened to shoot a student leaving his campus in Florida and remains undisciplined.

Hear St. Louis Blues General Manager Doug Armstrong and captain Alex Pietrangelo’s press conference this afternoon in Las Vegas regarding the health of defenseman Jay Bouwmeester following his cardiac episode in last night’s game in Anaheim. Next, in a shocking turn of events, Ryan pitches to sing for Producer Mike’s date on Valentine’s Day. Hear how his audition went, and how adding a dog in your dating profile can really pay off. Finally, a bill filed in Illinois would make it illegal for drivers’ to pump their own gas. Hear why Ryan hates the idea.

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After host Ryan Wrecker finished last hour by playing an old clip of John McCormick, callers now flood the phone lines with their favorite KMOX memories.

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Host Ryan Wrecker presents his admiration for radio talk-show host Rush Limbaugh, who was recently diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. Next, he fields callers’ thoughts and questions about radio in honor of “World Radio Day 2020.” Finally, relive former KMOX personality John McCormick’s piece, “Life on the Mississippi.”

Scary situation in Anaheim as Tuesday's game has been postponed and thoughts and prayers flood in from around the league for 17-year NHL veteran Jay Bouwmeester.

Democratic Presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg recently called California a model that the rest of the country should follow. Host Ryan Wrecker disagrees, as does comedian Adam Carolla. Hear what he had to say on Fox with Tucker Carlson about California’s concern for the homeless and other troublesome matters. Finally, hear how Oliver Luck, commissioner of the XFL, explains why former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick isn’t in the league.

Vin, Jeff and John, hockey fans from Anaheim, each call in to provide perspective on the scene at Honda Center following Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester’s collapse and ensuing postponement of tonight’s game.