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The Marc Cox Morning Show is your home for no-nonsense conversation. Marc Cox is a political junkie and recovering journalist who has spent decades reporting on the biggest news of the day. Now he gets to talk about it.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 11min
Eben Brown on Alligator Alcatraz Battles, Migrant Detention, and Chicago Crime
Marc Cox talks with Eben Brown about the legal fight over “Alligator Alcatraz,” the detention center in the Florida Everglades facing conflicting court orders and jurisdiction disputes. They also discuss a new ICE facility at Angola Prison in Louisiana that will house criminal migrants for DHS. The segment wraps with a look at Chicago’s high homicide numbers, often reported between 700 and 800 a year, and the political debate around crime statistics.

Sep 4, 2025 • 9min
Hayden Padgett on Appeals Court Ruling, Immigration, and Young Republican Leadership
Marc talks with Hayden Padgett, Chairman of the Young Republican National Federation, about the appeals court decision blocking Trump from deporting members of the TDA gang under the Alien Enemies Act. The conversation covers judicial rulings on immigration enforcement, criticism of court decisions, and concerns about border security, drug trafficking, and fentanyl. Hayden highlights the role of young conservative leadership, with a focus on recruiting future Republican candidates at the state and congressional levels. They also discuss the political strategy behind connecting immigration policies to young voters and the importance of grassroots organizing for the GOP’s future.

Sep 4, 2025 • 11min
Tom Ackerman: Dan Buck’s Injury, Cardinals Talk, and Life After Sports
Tom Ackerman reflects on Dan Buck’s dislocated right shoulder and the reality of sports-related injuries for older athletes. The conversation moves to baseball, including Matthew Liberatore’s recent performance, Yadier Molina’s possible future in baseball management, and the Cardinals’ season outlook. Tom also dives into retirement challenges, sharing stories of athletes like Michael Jordan and Ozzie Smith who stayed connected to their sport. On a personal note, he talks about his daughter’s first softball game, memories from Cardinals fantasy baseball camp, and the risks of staying active later in life.

Sep 4, 2025 • 36min
Hour 1: Dan Buck’s Injury, Traffic Woes, and Political Firestorms
In Hour 1, Marc Cox covers Dan Buck’s dislocated shoulder that landed him in the hospital, forcing him to miss the show. The conversation shifts to traffic congestion at the Boone Bridge, merging frustrations, and commuter tips. Marc dives into politics with Missouri redistricting, the New York mayoral race featuring Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo, judicial rulings, Jasmine Crockett’s comments, and Eric Greitens’ career. He also highlights U.S. military action against a drug boat and the role of technology in combating cartels

Sep 3, 2025 • 40min
Trump reacts to news of his death, plus why doesn't Chicago seem to want less crime?
Donald Trump weighed in on why hashtags about his death were trending on social media in recent days while some supporters, including Tara Servatius at WORD, worry that while he's fine now, he's working himself to death. Plus, Marc Cox at KFTK and takes on questions about why Chicago doesn't want help lowering crime, and Tommy Tucker at WWL learns about the legality of Trump tackling crime in cities including L.A., Chicago and New Orleans

Sep 3, 2025 • 2h 13min
Full Show - Gov. shutdown?, education, Chicago crime, MO special session IP reform
Today on the Marc Cox Morning Show;
Fox News Radio’s Ryan Schmelz joins the show to talk about congress back after summer recess and if we could be headed toward a government shutdown.
Genevieve Wood, Senior Advisor at The Heritage Foundation joins to talk about education and more.
Jimmy Failla, Host of Fox Across America joins to talk about coming to The Factory in January.
Missouri Senator for District 23 Adam Schnelting joins to talk about the special session and IP reform expected to pass.
Fox Business Kelly Saberi joins to talk about the crime in Chicago and the business reaction to the crackdown.

Sep 3, 2025 • 32min
Hour 4 - With the Powerball as high as it is will you buy a ticket
In the final hour Marc and Dan talk about the Powerball reaching the amount that it is and if they will buy a ticket. Missouri Senator for District 23 Adam Schnelting joins to talk about the special session and IP reform expected to pass. Fox Business Kelly Saberi joins to talk about the crime in Chicago and the business reaction to the crackdown. Finally, more coming out about the Minnesota shooter.

Sep 3, 2025 • 7min
Residents of Chicago feel it is political and are just asking for help - Kelly Saberi
Fox Business Kelly Saberi joins to talk about the crime in Chicago and the business reaction to the crackdown.

Sep 3, 2025 • 7min
Special session called because of framework for IP reform deal
Missouri Senator for District 23 Adam Schnelting joins to talk about the special session and IP reform expected to pass.

Sep 3, 2025 • 33min
Hour 3 - Jimmy Failla coming to The Factory in January
In this hour hear how different Jasmine Crockett sounds before and after she entered congress. Genevieve Wood, Senior Advisor at The Heritage Foundation joins to talk about education and more. Buck Don't Give A talks about vaccines. Finally, Jimmy Failla, Host of Fox Across America joins to talk about coming to The Factory in January.