The Mark Simone Show

They reminisced about Johnny Carson’s career and private life, noting positive reviews for Malkoff’s book, Love Johnny Carson.

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Jeff in Manhattan called in to sound off about United States Representative Ro Khanna's background. Jack in NJ wants to know what happened to DOGE in government?

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President Trump hinted at possible successors for Lindsey Graham. Legionnaires’ disease has been reported in parts of New York, raising concerns as another heat wave approaches. The MLB Home Run Derby is tonight. Dairy Queen has closed several locations but introduced a new Blizzard flavor. CBS Television City in Los Angeles is allegedly close to being sold again.

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They discuss Mayor Mamdani’s current priorities and the ongoing homelessness crisis in New York City. The guys also cover Bruce Blakeman’s potential influence if he wins the governor’s race and what positive changes that could bring to the city.

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Jay from New Jersey called in to share memories of Lindsey Graham and to discuss his mixed political legacy. Vincent from Brooklyn called in to honor Graham’s life and offered condolences.

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Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at age 71 after a sudden illness. President Trump expressed sadness over Graham’s passing during NBC’s Meet the Press, recalling their lengthy working relationship. Mark gives us an update on the renewed fighting near the Strait of Hormuz involving Iran, with casualties and rising international concern.

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Mark explains why the Air Force One jet, which was a gift from Qatar, wasn’t used during President Trump’s recent overseas trip. He talks about Iran’s latest threats against the United States and reports that the new military actions ordered by the President could last about seven weeks. Immigration and communism are expected to be major talking points for Republicans, especially as immigration issues heat up in several states. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. They talk about the new Rolling Stones album and Bon Jovi’s recent comeback, suggesting that maybe other classic rock artists could return as well. Broadway is also seeing strong sales in Manhattan.  Mark breaks down changes among New York City politicians and how these shifts have impacted President Trump’s financial and tax cases. American Express is planning a new headquarters at the World Trade Center. Mark also dives into Legionnaires’ disease in the city. Mark discusses whether City Comptroller Mark Levine could be a future mayoral candidate, and highlights a new viral trend among Generation Z. Mark interviews Bruce Blakeman, Republican candidate for Governor of New York. Bruce gives an update on his campaign and fundraising. The guys also get into Governor Hochul’s approval of several energy and electric rate hikes, which could mean higher bills for many New Yorkers, and recent changes to state tax revenue policies.

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Mark discusses Iran's threats against President Trump, Gavin Newsom's possible tax issues, rising rates of grey divorce, NYC Mayor Mandami trying to make buses faster, a murder in Scarsdale, NY, the first government bank in San Francisco, tech companies' plan to make their own computer chips, and Las Vegas tourism dropping off.

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Mark explains why the Air Force One jet, which was a gift from Qatar, wasn’t used during President Trump’s recent overseas trip. He talks about Iran’s latest threats against the United States and reports that the new military actions ordered by the President could last about seven weeks. Immigration and communism are expected to be major talking points for Republicans, especially as immigration issues heat up in several states. Mark takes your calls!  Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. They talk about the new Rolling Stones album and Bon Jovi’s recent comeback, suggesting that maybe other classic rock artists could return as well. Broadway is also seeing strong sales in Manhattan. 

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Mark breaks down changes among New York City politicians and how these shifts have impacted President Trump’s financial and tax cases. American Express is planning a new headquarters at the World Trade Center. Mark also dives into Legionnaires’ disease in the city. Mark discusses whether City Comptroller Mark Levine could be a future mayoral candidate, and highlights a new viral trend among Generation Z. Mark takes your calls!  Mark interviews Bruce Blakeman, Republican candidate for Governor of New York. Bruce gives an update on his campaign and fundraising. The guys also get into Governor Hochul’s approval of several energy and electric rate hikes, which could mean higher bills for many New Yorkers, and recent changes to state tax revenue policies.

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