The Mark Simone Show

Joe in Columbus, NJ, posed a question for Mayor Mamdani about how New York City became the wealthiest city in the world, and wants to see if Mark can ask the mayor for him. Jim from Connecticut called in to ask Mark whether anyone has connected the dots on the future impact of AI replacing office staff and other human-based positions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SAVE Act has become a major flashpoint, driving Democrats to fury over its requirement that voters present certain forms of ID. In the New York City mayoral race, had Andrew Cuomo not entered the contest, Eric Adams would likely have secured the Democratic primary, but Zohran Mamdani ultimately claimed that spot instead. New York City is also moving forward with installing additional speed cameras, following the model of San Francisco, which has generated approximately $17 million annually from its own camera program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz makes the case for why the Fed should seriously consider lowering interest rates, noting that current inflation numbers may not support maintaining the current rates. She also points out that very few voices on the right are pushing back on the SAVE Act, and argues that the best political strategy for Republicans is to advance legislation that roughly 80 percent of the country already supports, putting Democrats on the defensive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Bob from Long Island, NY, called in to discuss how some airports are preparing to close due to funding shortfalls and the resulting staffing callouts. Fadji called in to ask Mark why Congress has been unable to pass term limits for senators and representatives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Military officer and former Speaker of the Parliament of Iran, Ali Larijani, was killed in the war against Iran yesterday. Former Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent has resigned from his position in response to President Trump’s actions against Iran, where he is allegedly upset that Israel has emerged as the primary beneficiary of the conflict. Meanwhile, reporters covering the Nancy Guthrie case have begun leaving Arizona, where she resided, and a petition has been launched to remove the sheriff who handled her case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel continued its strikes on top Iranian leaders overnight as the war against Iran presses on. With Iran’s leadership severely depleted, the Trump Administration suggests the conflict may have approximately two more weeks to run. Is Cuba next in line for a regime change? The island nation is currently experiencing widespread blackouts, with rioters taking to the streets in large numbers. Also on the domestic front: Should ICE agents wear masks while on duty? Border Czar Tom Homan is pushing to create a database to identify and dox the most destructive protesters, particularly as demonstrations have turned increasingly dangerous in certain areas. Mark interviews legendary DJ Scott Shannon. Scott shares his take on this year’s Oscars and reflects with Mark on the life and legacy of beloved broadcaster Ernie Anastos, who passed away last week. They also touch on a relatable challenge for morning show hosts: what do you lead with when not everyone has caught the same thing on TV? And in entertainment news, Judge Judy has announced her retirement, with her son set to take over the show. This year’s Oscars were notably less political than in recent years, and the ratings reflect a renewed audience interest, pulling in 15 million viewers. Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel’s contract is reportedly up in six months, raising questions about his future on late-night TV duties. MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle expressed outrage over the number of people found to have had Jeffrey Epstein’s phone number. On Capitol Hill, Democrats in Congress are polling at their lowest approval ratings on record. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O' Reilly. Bill is in Washington, D.C., for today’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities. O’Reilly notes that without access to the same intelligence reports as President Trump, assessing the timeline of the Iran conflict remains difficult. He also weighs in on the geopolitical implications of a potential Cuba takeover, suggesting it could cost Trump a shot at the Nobel Peace Prize. He also hints at a possible high-profile interview related to Iran that could be in the works. Finally, he predicts that if the Cuban regime falls, there is a strong likelihood that many Cuban exiles, particularly those settled in Florida, will return to the island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel continued its strikes on top Iranian leaders overnight as the war against Iran presses on. With Iran’s leadership severely depleted, the Trump Administration suggests the conflict may have approximately two more weeks to run. Is Cuba next in line for a regime change? The island nation is currently experiencing widespread blackouts, with rioters taking to the streets in large numbers. Also on the domestic front: Should ICE agents wear masks while on duty? Border Czar Tom Homan is pushing to create a database to identify and dox the most destructive protesters, particularly as demonstrations have turned increasingly dangerous in certain areas. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews legendary DJ Scott Shannon. Scott shares his take on this year’s Oscars and reflects with Mark on the life and legacy of beloved broadcaster Ernie Anastos, who passed away last week. They also touch on a relatable challenge for morning show hosts: what do you lead with when not everyone has caught the same thing on TV? And in entertainment news, Judge Judy has announced her retirement, with her son set to take over the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year’s Oscars were notably less political than in recent years, and the ratings reflect a renewed audience interest, pulling in 15 million viewers. Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel’s contract is reportedly up in six months, raising questions about his future on late-night TV duties. MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle expressed outrage over the number of people found to have had Jeffrey Epstein’s phone number. On Capitol Hill, Democrats in Congress are polling at their lowest approval ratings on record. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews streaming host Bill O' Reilly. Bill is in Washington, D.C., for today’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities. O’Reilly notes that without access to the same intelligence reports as President Trump, assessing the timeline of the Iran conflict remains difficult. He also weighs in on the geopolitical implications of a potential Cuba takeover, suggesting it could cost Trump a shot at the Nobel Peace Prize. He also hints at a possible high-profile interview related to Iran that could be in the works. Finally, he predicts that if the Cuban regime falls, there is a strong likelihood that many Cuban exiles, particularly those settled in Florida, will return to the island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill is in Washington, D.C., for today’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities. O’Reilly notes that without access to the same intelligence reports as President Trump, assessing the timeline of the Iran conflict remains difficult. He also weighs in on the geopolitical implications of a potential Cuba takeover, suggesting it could cost Trump a shot at the Nobel Peace Prize. He also hints at a possible high-profile interview related to Iran that could be in the works. Finally, he predicts that if the Cuban regime falls, there is a strong likelihood that many Cuban exiles, particularly those settled in Florida, will return to the island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frank in Arizona called in to tell Mark where Kamala Harris got her speaking skills from. Pat in Scarsdale, NY, talks about how Nancy Guthrie could have had something in her, like a chip that may have helped authorities find her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.