Election Day Push, Tax Debates, and John Lamping Joins | Hour 2

Artemis II's astronauts saw the dark side of the moon for the first time. So, here's a discussion of the miracle that was that moment, plus what's next. And it opens the door to an eternal debate for some conspiracy theorists ... Was the original moon landing faked in a TV studio?

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge are joined by Jane Puszkar to discuss the Francis Howell School Board race, campaign challenges, and key education issues. Kaelan Dorr then breaks down the launch of a new White House app aimed at delivering direct communication from the Trump administration. The hour wraps with Ryan Wiggins on the importance of low-turnout elections, political fundraising concerns, and how tax policies impact local communities.

Ryan Wiggins joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to discuss the impact of low-turnout local elections and how just a small number of votes can decide outcomes. He shares his approach to voter outreach through personal guides and highlights concerns surrounding political fundraising, including ongoing scrutiny of ActBlue. The conversation also touches on property tax issues, differences between Missouri and Illinois, and how local policies can influence where people choose to live.

Kaelan Dorr joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to discuss the launch of a new White House app designed to give Americans direct access to information from the Trump administration. He highlights the app’s rapid growth, its ability to aggregate content across platforms, and the administration’s focus on transparency and engagement. Dorr also shares insight into the communication strategy and day-to-day operations inside the White House.

Jane Puszkar joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to discuss her run for the Francis Howell School District board and what she saw at polling places on Election Day. She talks about campaign challenges, concerns over classroom technology and curriculum, and efforts surrounding school library content. Puszkar also outlines her priorities on education policy and emphasizes the importance of voter turnout in local races.

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge cover rising tensions with Iran, Trump’s warning, and questions surrounding NATO support and national security leaks. The hour also emphasizes Election Day turnout, voter ID debates, and media reactions. Todd Piro joins to discuss foreign policy and moon mission skepticism, while Mark Walters leads Two-A Tuesday with a focus on gun rights, proposed legislation, and the impact of low voter participation.

Mark Walters joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge for Two-A Tuesday, focusing on low voter turnout and its impact on gun rights. The discussion covers recent gun control proposals, including firearm restrictions, ammunition serialization, and state-by-state policy differences. Walters also shares a broader perspective on gun laws, enforcement, and how legislation affects lawful gun owners versus criminals.

Todd Piro joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to break down Trump’s warning to Iran, the potential for military escalation, and debate over NATO’s role in global conflicts. The conversation also touches on European politics, migration, and wraps with a discussion on moon missions and lingering skepticism around the Apollo era.

Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge mix in family life and Easter weekend stories before urging listeners to get out and vote on Election Day. The hour focuses heavily on Missouri local elections, property tax freezes, and opposition to sales tax increases. John Lamping joins to break down ballot language, tax policy, and the push to eliminate the state income tax. The hour wraps with “In Other News” stories.

John Lamping joins Marc Cox and Kim St. Onge to explain why April local elections exist and why turnout is often low. The conversation dives into concerns over property taxes, sales tax increases, and how ballot language can be misleading. Lamping also discusses the push to eliminate state income tax, compares economic outcomes in other states, and highlights how local tax policies continue to impact taxpayers.