The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX

Chris and Amy dive into a range of important topics, from cybersecurity during the holiday shopping season to Missouri’s efforts to address teacher shortages by lowering GPA requirements. Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hertling discusses restoring military values post-war and the need for America to revisit its foundational principles. They also cover potential nominations of Pete Hegseth and Ron DeSantis for Secretary of Defense and their credentials for the role. In the second hour, Phil Kirk of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency shares tips on shopping safely online, ensuring personal data security.

The show also touches on the E. coli outbreak linked to leafy greens with Jory Lange, an attorney at the Lange Law Firm. Bengie Molina promotes his Christmas toy drive and talks about the Cardinals’ offseason. Matt Pauley offers a breakdown of Cardinals' offseason moves and their impact. Chris and Amy also discuss the psychological effects of Christmas movies and share thoughts on the proposed Golden At-Bat rule in baseball.

Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors discuss the E. coli outbreak linked to leafy greens, confirmed in seven states, with insights from Jory Lange, attorney at Lange Law Firm. Bengie Molina promotes his Christmas toy drive and discusses the Cardinals’ offseason. They also explore the psychological effects of Christmas movies and share thoughts on the proposed Golden At-Bat rule in baseball.

Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors provide an update on the E. coli outbreak linked to leafy greens that has expanded to seven states. Jory Lange, Food Safety Attorney with the Lange Law Firm, joins the conversation to discuss the ongoing investigation. Whole genome sequencing confirms the E. coli strain is identical across states, implicating a common supplier. Lange explains that Andre's Banquet and Catering, which served the contaminated lettuce, will be held liable but can seek compensation from the supplier. He also emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability for businesses involved in such incidents

Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors are joined by Bengie Molina, former catcher and current Spanish-language broadcaster for the St. Louis Cardinals. Bengie discusses his upcoming Toy Drive on December 7-8 at locations like Ted Drewes and 314 Sports Cards. He shares his thoughts on the Cardinals' offseason, the potential for roster changes, and how fan morale might be affected. Bengie also weighs in on the proposed Golden At-Bat rule, expressing his concerns about the impact on the integrity of the game. Additionally, he discusses Wilson Contreras' potential move to first base and the challenges that come with such a transition. Bengie wraps up by promoting his new coloring book and encourages listeners to support the toy drive to help local foster children.

Matt Pauley joins the Chris and Amy Show to discuss the latest developments with the St. Louis Cardinals, including the team's recent hires in player development and their ongoing challenges in cultivating cornerstone players. Matt shares insights on how these changes might impact the organization's ability to build talent and improve moving forward.

The conversation then shifts to the St. Louis Blues' recent performance, with a discussion on whether their near .500 record is an accurate reflection of their play. Lastly, Matt weighs in on the proposed "golden at-bat" rule in Major League Baseball, offering his perspective on how it could affect the game’s strategy and flow.

In Hour 2, we dive into a mix of sports and cybersecurity. Phil Kirk, Region 7 Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, offers expert advice on how to shop safely online this holiday season, highlighting how to protect yourself from scams and ensure your personal data stays secure.

Matt Pauley, host of KMOX’s Sports Open Line and Cardinals pre/postgame, discusses the St. Louis Cardinals' challenges in developing high-end pitching talent and key position players within their minor league system. He also shares his thoughts on the proposed "Golden At-Bat" rule in baseball and the potential changes to the game's strategy.

The St. Louis Blues are turning their season around under new coaching, and Matt offers insights into the key players making a difference. We wrap up with a look at how technology and social media are changing the way sports teams and leagues interact with fans in the digital age.

Phil Kirk, the Region 7 Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure and Security Agency, joins Chris and Amy to discuss how to protect yourself from online scams while shopping during the holiday season. Learn essential tips like updating software, using strong passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and identifying secure websites. Kirk also advises parents on how to keep children safe online and shares valuable resources available at CISA to help everyone stay secure while shopping this holiday season.

Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hertling joins Chris and Amy to discuss his article for The Bulwark on the importance of core military values like loyalty, duty, and integrity in strengthening organizational culture. Reflecting on his efforts to reinstate these values in the U.S. Army after a decade of war, Hertling emphasizes the broader need for values-driven leadership in government and civilian institutions. The conversation also covers potential Defense Secretary nominees and the critical importance of experience and credentials for the role.

Chris and Amy dive into pressing topics, from cybersecurity during the holiday shopping season to Missouri's efforts to address teacher shortages by lowering GPA requirements. Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hertling discusses restoring military values post-war and the need for America to revisit its foundational principles. The segment also covers the potential nominations of Pete Hegseth and Ron DeSantis for Secretary of Defense and their credentials for the role. The show concludes with insights into rising urban crime rates, including the murder of United Healthcare's CEO, and tips on avoiding scams targeting families and students.

Chris and Amy deliver a packed show starting with reactions to Jason Hall's departure from Greater St. Louis Inc., featuring insights from Cara Spencer and Steve Ehlmann, plus the story of a thief at Ballpark Village. They also explore the “Jingle Fyre Fest” controversy in O’Fallon and Nate Bargatze's surprising choice to perform in Camdenton.

In Hour 2, they revisit the 1990 earthquake panic caused by Iben Browning’s false predictions about the New Madrid fault, with expert analysis from seismologist Dr. Michael Wysession. Bernie Miklasz joins to debate MLB’s proposed “Golden At-Bat” rule, critiquing its potential effect on baseball tradition.

Hour 3 wraps up with a conversation about East St. Louis High School's 11th 6A state championship with head coach Darren Sunkett, the global implications of South Korea’s martial law declaration, and Australia’s bold ban on social media for kids under 16.