The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX

Chris, Brad and the Hancock boys look back on 2024 and the events that stood out to them. Plus, are we still doing resolutions?

Chris & Nate broke down the recent updates on Trumps rhetoric on the Panama Canal, the reactions to Biden's non-commutations, Bernie Miklasz joins in studio, diving into the Bowl season for Missouri & Illinois and the latest problem in the skies...

IN Hour 3 of the show, Nate & Chris dive into the next big problem on Americas airlines, a huge night for the Chiefs and the NFL taking over Christmas and what to watch for as the Tigers & Illini get closer to their bowl game matchups.

Chris & Nate dive into one of the more baffling examples of society crumbling: the rising tide of people having speakerphone conversations on flights and the continued issue of trying to watch movies/play games in public without headphones.

Chris & Nate take a look at the success of the NFL's Christmas broadcast on Netflix, why Chris judges people who give him gifts in bags instead of wrapping, Bernie Miklasz joins in studio & a quick thought of there for the people who have late-December birthdays.

Bernie Miklasz joins Chris & Nate to talk about Ozzie Smith hitting the big 7-0 and the way that sports & politics continues to cross and affect how we interact with both kinds of stories.

Nate Gatter is filling in for Amy today, trying to cheer up a bummed out post-Christmas Chris Rongey, plus the numbers on gifts returns & how if can affect the economy, CBS News correspondent Chris McFarlane breaks down Trump's Panama rhetoric and a potential leak on the new STL CITY SC jerseys.

Scott McFarland, congressional correspondent for CBS News, joins Chris & Nate to talk about the recent rhetoric from Trump on the Panama Canal, the fall out surrounding the ethics report on former Representative Matt Gaetz, how the weaponization of the justice department--perceived or real--could be just the beginning and Biden's run on clemencies.

In this jam-packed episode, Chris Rongey and Brad Young dive into the quirkiest holiday foods and traditions that make Christmas meals truly unique. They discuss Matt Gaetz's ethics report and its serious allegations of misconduct, with Stacey Lynn, CBS News correspondent, providing the latest updates and analysis. The team also highlights the stress postal workers face during the holidays and the chaos caused by the American Airlines outage, affecting countless holiday travelers.

The conversation turns to Christmas Eve traditions, with Stuart McMillan sharing his family's humorous tradition of hiding a pickle ornament in the tree, alongside other strange global customs, like Japan’s KFC Christmas dinner. The group also shares their favorite holiday films, including "Scrooged" and "A Christmas Carol."

Later, Bernie Miklasz joins to discuss the St. Louis Blues' recent win and their improved performance under coach Jim Montgomery, before shifting to the future of Paul Goldschmidt with the Yankees and potential Cardinals' offseason moves, including young player development for Nolan Gorman and Jordan Walker.

The episode also explores the importance of estate planning for lottery winners and the legal considerations that come with managing newfound wealth.

In the final segment, Christopher Cruise highlights the beloved Water Skiing Santa Claus event in Alexandria, Virginia, before delving into the TikTok ban legal battles, the constitutional issues surrounding smartphone use in schools, and AI ethics in law enforcement and healthcare, emphasizing the need for human oversight in critical applications.

In this Hour, Christopher Cruise first highlights the beloved annual tradition of Water Skiing Santa Claus in Alexandria, Virginia, a 39-year-old event where 60 volunteers dressed as Santa and his reindeer showcase their water skiing skills. This exciting spectacle attracts thousands of spectators on Christmas Eve and has become a local holiday tradition.

The episode then delves into legal challenges around banning TikTok, including the lack of national security clearance for judges to review evidence and the potential for the Supreme Court to issue an injunction. The impact on businesses and individuals relying on TikTok is also discussed.

Next, the conversation shifts to the constitutional protections for children regarding smartphone use in schools. Christopher explores the logistical challenges of enforcing laws requiring students to store phones in lockers and pouches, and the government's interest in reducing distractions as a driver for new legislation.

Finally, the episode addresses AI in law enforcement and healthcare, focusing on the ethical and constitutional issues surrounding AI cameras for traffic violations, the use of AI in medical decisions, and the importance of human oversight, especially in military and high-stakes applications of AI.