The Marc Cox Morning Show

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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.

  1. 4H AGO

    Hour 4 [04/16/2026]: Escobar Hippos Crisis, Iran Blockade Update, Supreme Court Clash, and Media Firestorm Over Bias Claims

    Hour 4 opens with breaking updates claiming multiple ships have been turned away as the Iran blockade remains active, followed by personal commentary and lighter banter before transitioning into major political and legal developments. Shannon Bream breaks down Supreme Court tensions involving emergency rulings and public criticism among justices, while additional legal discussion touches on high-profile political investigations and ongoing fallout from Eric Swalwell’s situation. The hour also features Griff Jenkins detailing Colombia’s Escobar-era hippos turning into an uncontrollable invasive species now facing culling efforts, before closing with a heated critique of media bias and Secretary Pete Hegseth’s confrontation with the press over coverage of U.S. operations. Hashtags: #Iran #Blockade #SupremeCourt #ShannonBream #GriffJenkins #PabloEscobar #Hippos #MediaBias #PeteHegseth #BreakingNews #Politics

    30 min

  2. 4H AGO

    Griff Jenkins Breaks Down Pablo Escobar’s Exploding “Cocaine Hippos” Crisis in Colombia

    Griff Jenkins details the growing ecological and public safety crisis in Colombia caused by hippos originally imported for Pablo Escobar’s private zoo, which have multiplied into the hundreds since his death. He explains how the animals have become an uncontrollable invasive species due to ideal habitat conditions and a lack of predators, leading to injuries, environmental damage, and renewed government action to cull a portion of the population. Colombian officials are now moving forward with limited removal efforts, but the scale of the problem continues to outpace containment. Hashtags: #GriffJenkins #PabloEscobar #Colombia #Hippos #InvasiveSpecies #WildlifeCrisis #EnvironmentalNews #BreakingNews

    10 min

  3. 4H AGO

    Shannon Bream on Sotomayor Clash, Jackson Docket Criticism, Swalwell Fallout & Alito Retirement Buzz

    Shannon Bream reacts to the fallout from Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s public apology after controversial remarks about Justice Brett Kavanaugh, noting that the Chief Justice may have intervened to avoid an escalating public dispute between justices. She also breaks down Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Yale comments criticizing the Supreme Court’s handling of emergency stays, explaining how the Court’s interim docket functions and why it has become more active in recent years due to increased emergency litigation. The conversation then shifts to the Eric Swalwell controversy and how potential criminal allegations would be handled differently depending on state statutes of limitations, followed by broader discussion of congressional gridlock over funding battles between the House and Senate. The segment closes with speculation about a possible retirement of Justice Samuel Alito, with Bream noting factors such as his age, upcoming book release, and political timing concerns surrounding the Supreme Court balance. Hashtags: #ShannonBream #SupremeCourt #Sotomayor #KetanjiBrownJackson #EricSwalwell #Congress #GovernmentShutdown #SCOTUS #SamuelAlito #FoxNewsSunday #LegalNews #Politics

    7 min

  4. 4H AGO

    Hour 3 [04/16/2026]: Pentagon Iran Blockade Briefing, Jim Talent on Strategy, Media Bias Clash, and BBC Asylum Scam Exposé

    Hour 3 opens with live Pentagon remarks from Secretary Pete Hegseth and military leadership outlining an aggressive blockade strategy against Iran, describing sustained pressure on Iranian ports, energy infrastructure, and maritime movement as part of a broader containment and negotiation effort tied to nuclear deterrence. The discussion then shifts to former Senator Jim Talent, who frames the operation as a coordinated military, economic, and diplomatic squeeze aimed at collapsing Iran’s coercive capacity and forcing a verifiable agreement, while arguing regional allies broadly support the U.S. approach. Tim Graham of NewsBusters follows with a critique of media coverage and Democratic messaging, claiming outlets and commentators consistently portray U.S. and Republican actions negatively while excusing past Democratic-era interventions, including reaction to Thomas Friedman’s controversial comments about opposing both Iran and Trump/Netanyahu. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” highlighting a BBC undercover investigation exposing UK immigration advisors allegedly coaching migrants to falsely claim protected status—such as pretending to be gay—to secure asylum, prompting broader criticism of loopholes in Western immigration systems and skepticism that enforcement will meaningfully change. Hashtags: #IranBlockade #PentagonBriefing #PeteHegseth #JimTalent #ForeignPolicy #MediaBias #TimGraham #ThomasFriedman #BBCInvestigation #ImmigrationPolicy #AsylumSystem #KimOnAWhim

    37 min

  5. 4H AGO

    Tim Graham on Media Bias, Iran Coverage, and Friedman’s Outburst

    Tim Graham of NewsBusters argues that legacy media and Democratic voices are applying a consistent double standard in coverage of the Iran conflict, claiming outlets like CNN and figures such as Senator Chris Van Hollen frame U.S. military actions negatively while ignoring similar precedent under prior administrations. He highlights Thomas Friedman’s CNN comments suggesting he is conflicted between opposing Iran and opposing Trump and Netanyahu, calling it an example of openly partisan thinking disguised as analysis. Graham expands on Media Research Center critiques that modern journalism increasingly abandons objectivity, instead shaping narratives around political outcomes rather than consistent standards, particularly in foreign policy and war coverage. Hashtags: #TimGraham #MediaBias #ThomasFriedman #CNN #VanHollen #Trump #IranConflict #NewsBusters #PressCoverage #ForeignPolicy

    12 min

  6. 4H AGO

    Jim Talent Breaks Down Iran Strategy, Blockade Pressure, and Global Alignment Debate

    Jim Talent joins Mark Cox to discuss the ongoing U.S. military and diplomatic strategy toward Iran following a Pentagon briefing led by Pete Hegseth and senior CENTCOM leadership. Talent argues that the blockade and combined military-economic pressure are forcing Iran toward negotiation by targeting its ability to sustain coercive power, while describing Iran’s regional influence as rapidly weakening. The conversation expands into geopolitical alignment, with Talent claiming regional actors including Gulf states and broader international partners are increasingly supportive of U.S. actions aimed at stabilizing energy and trade routes. He also addresses criticism from journalists and commentators who argue the U.S. is becoming destabilizing globally, pushing back by framing it as a misunderstanding of American strategy and allied cooperation. The segment closes with a broader critique of Western European energy and immigration policies and their impact on U.S.–European relations. Hashtags: #JimTalent #Iran #ForeignPolicy #Blockade #NationalSecurity #CENTCOM #EnergyPolicy #Geopolitics #PeteHegseth #MarkCox

    6 min

  7. 4H AGO

    Hour 2 [04/16/2026]: Birthday Banter, Magic Johnson Stories, ICE Media Clash, and Wild “In Other News” Headlines

    Hour 2 opens with Mark Cox wishing his wife Michelle a happy birthday and sharing personal reflections on gift-giving before previewing a high-profile sports event featuring Magic Johnson, discussed further with sports broadcaster Tom Ackerman. The hour then shifts into political and media commentary, including criticism of a Fox 2 St. Louis report on immigration enforcement in Missouri and debate over language used to describe ICE-related arrests and local law enforcement cooperation. Later, Ackerman joins to break down Magic Johnson’s appearance at the Missouri Athletic Club and the latest on the St. Louis Cardinals early-season performance, including standout play from Jordan Walker and emerging prospects. The hour closes with the “In Other News” segment covering a range of unusual stories, including a fatal surgical error case, a humanoid robot chasing wild boars in Warsaw, an energy drink lawsuit involving teen health concerns, and a California deputy reportedly using a dating app during a SWAT standoff. Hashtags: #Hour2 #MagicJohnson #TomAckerman #Fox2 #ICE #Missouri #Cardinals #JordanWalker #InOtherNews #MarkCox

    33 min

  8. 4H AGO

    Tom Ackerman on Magic Johnson Visit and Cardinals Hot Start

    Tom Ackerman joins Mark Cox in studio to recap hosting a major event featuring Magic Johnson at the Missouri Athletic Club. Ackerman shares behind-the-scenes stories about meeting Johnson, his reflections on playing alongside Larry Bird and Michael Jordan on the United States men's national basketball team, and the impact Johnson had on the crowd. The conversation shifts to local basketball star Robbie Avila and his future beyond Saint Louis University, before turning to baseball. Ackerman highlights a strong start for the St. Louis Cardinals, including standout performances from Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt, along with early-season bullpen success and optimism for the team’s trajectory. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #MagicJohnson #Cardinals #JordanWalker #MLB #DreamTeam #StLouisSports #LarryBird #MichaelJordan #SportsTalk

    10 min
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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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  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    564
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