Ryan Schmelz on Possible Government Shutdown This Week

Marc Cox and Dan Buck open with the looming government shutdown, negotiations between Trump, Schumer, and Hakeem Jeffries, and Pfizer’s drug pricing deal. They cover healthcare for illegal immigrants, military fitness standards, and spotlight Patricia Heaton in Buck Don’t Give a ____, where Hollywood’s stance on Israel and rising antisemitism take center stage. Hour 2 looks at shutdown impacts on national parks, Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon speech, the NFL’s Super Bowl choice of Bad Bunny, plus lighter stories of a $1.35 million Wheel of Fortune win and a $500,000 stunt, with Nichole Murray wrapping up with business headlines and In Other News. Hour 3 features Richard Stern from the Heritage Foundation on shutdown economics, deregulation, and U.S. manufacturing, while Jeff Monosso reports on ICE protests and National Guard deployments. The Buck Don’t Give a ____ segment highlights Patricia Heaton’s pushback on Hollywood and the Israel/Gaza conflict. Finally, Hour 4 includes Joe Brazil on the Charlie Kirk resolution fight between St. Charles and St. Louis Counties, local development issues, and Charles Payne’s insights on the Federal Reserve, housing market, drug pricing, and economic outlook. The show also highlights local events including the Bourbon Festival and the Morning Show’s 25th anniversary party.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck discuss the government shutdown, local events like the show’s birthday party and St. Louis Bourbon Festival, and Joe Brazil’s push for a resolution honoring Charlie Kirk. Charles Payne shares his outlook on the Federal Reserve, housing, and drug pricing. The hour also touches on St. Charles County development issues and a Second Amendment court ruling on post office carry.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck welcome Charles Payne to share his insights on the government shutdown and its limited economic impact, along with commentary on Federal Reserve interest rates, lending, and the housing market. Payne also weighs in on drug pricing negotiations, the rise of data centers and energy demands, and the transition at the Federal Reserve. The conversation includes humor and political commentary about President Trump, as well as personal stories and impressions of Payne. The segment closes with news of a Second Amendment legal win involving concealed carry in post offices

Marc Cox and Dan Buck are joined by St. Charles County Councilman Joe Brazil to reflect on the legacy of Charlie Kirk, the transition to Erica Kirk’s leadership, and the upcoming trial connected to Charlie Kirk’s murder. They discuss efforts to pass resolutions honoring Kirk in St. Charles County (successful) and St. Louis County (unsuccessful), highlighting the political controversy surrounding the process. The conversation expands to the importance of civil discourse and protecting free speech, regardless of political views. Brazil also addresses growth and development challenges in St. Charles County, including annexation battles, lawsuits, and infrastructure planning, while sharing personal anecdotes and local connections.

In Hour 3, Marc Cox and Dan Buck dive deeper into the government shutdown. Richard Stern from the Heritage Foundation discusses the political strategies behind the shutdown, its impact on workers, federal spending, manufacturing, and deregulation. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio reports on the National Guard deployment in Missouri to protect ICE officers, protests outside ICE facilities, and law enforcement frustration with federal immigration policies. The hour also features the Buck Don’t Give a ____ segment, spotlighting Patricia Heaton’s criticism of Hollywood over antisemitism and the Israel/Gaza conflict.

Jeff Monosso joins Marc Cox and Dan Buck to report on the government shutdown and its wide-ranging implications. He covers Democratic resistance to reopening the government, the deployment of the National Guard in Missouri to protect ICE officers, and requests for military support in Illinois. Monosso details violent protests outside ICE facilities, local law enforcement frustrations, and the potential consequences for officers who cooperate. The segment concludes with a look at a resolution honoring Charlie Kirk and the shutdown’s effect on the stock market.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck discuss the government shutdown’s impact on national parks and the Smithsonian, spotlight Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon speech on military fitness standards, and announce their 25th anniversary party on October 23. They react to the NFL picking Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show, then cover a $1.35 million Wheel of Fortune win and a $500,000 stunt. Nichole Murray joins with business headlines, and the hour wraps with In Other News.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck break down the latest on the government shutdown talks between Trump, Schumer, and Hakeem Jeffries, along with debates over healthcare for illegal immigrants. They react to Pfizer’s agreement to lower drug prices and Trump’s negotiations with pharmaceutical companies, plus concerns about the deal’s impact. Military fitness standards are also discussed. In the Buck Don’t Give a ____ segment, Patricia Heaton is spotlighted as a conservative voice in Hollywood, pushing back against antisemitism and Hollywood’s stance on Israel. The hour closes with a look at Washington University’s funding, job cuts, and the broader divide in politics and media.

Marc Cox and Dan Buck break down the latest headlines with a focus on Hollywood’s controversial petition regarding Israel. The show highlights Patricia Heaton as part of Warrior Women Wednesdays, recognizing her as a conservative voice in Hollywood. They discuss Heaton’s sharp response to the petition, the role of the IDF in warning civilians, and the broader context of the Israel-Palestine conflict. The conversation also explores Hollywood’s political leanings, the left’s influence on entertainment, and touches on Donald Trump with a teaser for a discussion about Washington University.

The Marc Cox Morning Show kicks off with Hour 1 covering the “Schumer Shutdown,” government funding battles, and impacts on veterans. Marc and Dan discuss the Affordable Care Act, critique media bias around the 2020 election, and dive into Buck Don’t Give a ____, focused on political satire and viral memes. The hour closes with a debate over local school mascots like the Freeburg Midgets, Miami Redskins, and Monmouth Zippers. Hour 2 highlights the 25th Anniversary Party for 97.1 FM Talk with event logistics and sponsors, plus discussion on Hollywood talent agencies, Disney, and Jimmy Kimmel. Marc and guest John Lamping explore Missouri politics including congressional maps, initiative petition reform, and the introduction of legalized sports gambling. The conversation also looks at Middle East peace negotiations, U.S. foreign policy, and cultural commentary in In Other News with J.K. Rowling, Emma Watson, Gallup Poll statistics on alcohol use, and Bad Bunny as a rumored Super Bowl performer. Hour 3 continues with more on the 25th Anniversary Party, followed by Illinois gun laws, the Second Amendment, and the healthcare impacts of a government shutdown. Todd Piro from Fox and Friends First joins to share career stories, humor, and pop culture reactions. Pete Hegseth addresses restoring military standards, Mark Walters joins for 2A Tuesday, and the “Man of Memes” segment returns to examine social media and protest coverage. Hour 4 features Rep. Mike Bost on the Schumer Shutdown, its effect on veterans, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s stance on ICE and law enforcement. Ryan Wiggins of Wiggins America discusses Trump’s address to military leaders, Pete Hegseth’s push to end “wokeness,” and shutdown budget negotiations. The show closes with Thomas Helbig from the Retirement Advisory Group, who shares strategies for protecting 401(k)s and IRAs, structured income planning, and invites listeners to a free retirement seminar at the Frontenac Hilton.