The Mark Simone Show

Mark discusses the 5th anniversary of Rush Limbaugh's death; investigation into Ilhan Omar's wealth; mass shooting in Rhode Island details; AOC in Munich; migration to Florida is down; Apple News bias; inaccurate Apple weather app; Long Island lost the last Hooters they had; the growing popularity of Georgian restaurants; TV trays making a huge comeback and Amazon laying off 16,000 people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has given Iran 10 to 15 days to reach an agreement with the United States, warning of serious consequences if they do not comply. Meanwhile, Trump's ballroom project has received the latest approvals and is likely to proceed, with construction expected to be completed by fall 2026. There are no new updates on Nancy Guthrie's case. Mark interviews writer and producer Alan Zweibel. Alan shares why the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY, is one of his favorite places. He also discusses the recent Mel Brooks documentary, offering his thoughts on its unique approach and the current landscape of documentaries. Plus, Alan provides an update on the upcoming Rodney Dangerfield Broadway show. The Supreme Court ruled this morning, in a 6-3 decision, that President Trump’s tariffs are illegal. A key question now is whether the money collected under those tariffs must be returned to affected countries and companies. Meanwhile, California is proposing a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, prompting many wealthy residents to consider leaving the state. Mark interviews Republican candidate for NY Governor Bruce Blakeman. Bruce addresses the challenges posed by potentially higher taxes in NYC, outlines his own tax plans, and contrasts them with those of his opponent, Hochul. He also explains why New York’s state budget is larger than Florida’s and describes how he would balance it as governor, offering insights on the latest developments in NYC politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has given Iran 10 to 15 days to reach an agreement with the United States, warning of serious consequences if they do not comply. Meanwhile, Trump's ballroom project has received the latest approvals and is likely to proceed, with construction expected to be completed by fall 2026. There are no new updates on Nancy Guthrie's case. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews writer and producer Alan Zweibel. Alan shares why the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY, is one of his favorite places. He also discusses the recent Mel Brooks documentary, offering his thoughts on its unique approach and the current landscape of documentaries. Plus, Alan provides an update on the upcoming Rodney Dangerfield Broadway show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supreme Court ruled this morning, in a 6-3 decision, that President Trump’s tariffs are illegal. A key question now is whether the money collected under those tariffs must be returned to affected countries and companies. Meanwhile, California is proposing a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, prompting many wealthy residents to consider leaving the state. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Republican candidate for NY Governor Bruce Blakeman. Bruce addresses the challenges posed by potentially higher taxes in NYC, outlines his own tax plans, and contrasts them with those of his opponent, Hochul. He also explains why New York’s state budget is larger than Florida’s and describes how he would balance it as governor, offering insights on the latest developments in NYC politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce addresses the challenges posed by potentially higher taxes in NYC, outlines his own tax plans, and contrasts them with those of his opponent, Hochul. He also explains why New York’s state budget is larger than Florida’s and describes how he would balance it as governor, offering insights on the latest developments in NYC politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linda in Long Island called Mark to talk about Hillary Clinton’s recent comments about Trump and suggested those comments should have led to her being jailed. Dr. Bob called in to discuss the positive effects of Viagra, building on the new research Mark mentioned during the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supreme Court ruled this morning, in a 6-3 decision, that President Trump’s tariffs are illegal. A key question now is whether the money collected under those tariffs must be returned to affected countries and companies. Meanwhile, California is proposing a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, prompting many wealthy residents to consider leaving the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan shares why the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY, is one of his favorite places. He also discusses the recent Mel Brooks documentary, offering his thoughts on its unique approach and the current landscape of documentaries. Plus, Alan provides an update on the upcoming Rodney Dangerfield Broadway show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stuart, a police officer in South Carolina, called Mark to discuss possible leads regarding Nancy Guthrie’s whereabouts and the circumstances of her disappearance. Blauvelt in Florida observed that the recent government shutdown did not impact TSA workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has given Iran 10 to 15 days to reach an agreement with the United States, warning of serious consequences if they do not comply. Meanwhile, Trump's ballroom project has received the latest approvals and is likely to proceed, with construction expected to be completed by fall 2026. There are no new updates on Nancy Guthrie's case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Prince Andrew has been arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mark explains that this arrest highlights Prince Andrew's strategy of passing information worldwide. More details are emerging about how the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, is progressing. Expanded internet information may help move the case forward. Zohran Mamdani's last-resort plans for New York City’s budget could potentially drive many residents out of the city. Mark interviews columnist Liz Peek. Was Jeffrey Epstein operating as a massive blackmailer? Democrats are considering holding their own State of the Union-style address next week to counter the Trump administration’s official address and criticize Donald Trump’s assessment of the country. President Donald Trump may consider military action against Iran after diplomatic talks reportedly failed to produce a deal for either side. Stephen Colbert allegedly told his audience a lie that CBS's lawyers prevented him from airing an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico. Mark interviews Jimmy Failla, weeknight host on WOR. Did Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert hurt late-night television? Jimmy argues that Colbert should devote more time to comedy to keep audiences laughing, while Jimmy Fallon takes a different, lighter approach. Did Prince Andrew get arrested for hiding information?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Prince Andrew has been arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mark explains that this arrest highlights Prince Andrew's strategy of passing information worldwide. More details are emerging about how the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, is progressing. Expanded internet information may help move the case forward. Zohran Mamdani's last-resort plans for New York City’s budget could potentially drive many residents out of the city. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews columnist Liz Peek. Was Jeffrey Epstein operating as a massive blackmailer? Democrats are considering holding their own State of the Union-style address next week to counter the Trump administration’s official address and criticize Donald Trump’s assessment of the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump may consider military action against Iran after diplomatic talks reportedly failed to produce a deal for either side. Stephen Colbert allegedly told his audience a lie that CBS's lawyers prevented him from airing an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Jimmy Failla, weeknight host on WOR. Did Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert hurt late-night television? Jimmy argues that Colbert should devote more time to comedy to keep audiences laughing, while Jimmy Fallon takes a different, lighter approach. Did Prince Andrew get arrested for hiding information?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert hurt late-night television? Jimmy argues that Colbert should devote more time to comedy to keep audiences laughing, while Jimmy Fallon takes a different, lighter approach. Did Prince Andrew get arrested for hiding information?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John calls in to say he thinks Mark Simone is the "Johnny Carson of radio," complimenting Mark's hosting style. Lou in Union, NJ, raises a question about Stephen Colbert’s show: Does Colbert get an exception to feature just one political candidate from a certain party if the show is classified as news? Mark points out that Colbert’s show isn’t technically a news program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump may consider military action against Iran after diplomatic talks reportedly failed to produce a deal for either side. Stephen Colbert allegedly told his audience a lie that CBS's lawyers prevented him from airing an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was Jeffrey Epstein operating as a massive blackmailer? Democrats are considering holding their own State of the Union-style address next week to counter the Trump administration’s official address and criticize Donald Trump’s assessment of the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike in St. James, Long Island, called Mark to ask him if he remembers Mayor Beame and how he messed up NYC financially. Carissa in Queens, NY, called Mark to tell him that she knew Zohran Mamdani would be a disaster for NYC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Prince Andrew has been arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mark explains that this arrest highlights Prince Andrew's strategy of passing information worldwide. More details are emerging about how the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, is progressing. Expanded internet information may help move the case forward. Zohran Mamdani's last-resort plans for New York City’s budget could potentially drive many residents out of the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's speech about balancing NYC's budget raised a lot of eyebrows when Zohran Mamdani mentioned a default plan that would include raising property taxes for middle-class New Yorkers if his original plan to tax the wealthy doesn't go through. Late-night host Stephen Colbert went on a rant at CBS for canning an interview with Trump critic James Talarico. Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. Howie begins by arguing that the Obama Administration was a massive failure. Mark and Howie analyze how the Clintons are reacting to the files and also how the testimony could go. Our Charity Auction winner for hunger, Irving Goldfarb, joined Mark in the studio to discuss his business and the aspirations of Mark's show. Rosie O'Donnell has come back to the USA after she said she wasn't, due to President Trump, and came to visit her family. The John F. Kennedy Jr. miniseries is performing well with viewers. Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann explains the reason she said a few years ago that former Senator Joseph McCarthy gets a bad rap. Former President Bill Clinton has historically invoked it as a negative benchmark for political attacks, labeling aggressive, partisan, or smear-based tactics as "McCarthyism." He notably used this comparison to criticize Republicans in 1992, 2012, and 2026 and make them look bad. Ann wrote about all this and explained in detail what she saw and meant about how Bill Clinton navigated his political career to bash McCarthy's actions and put him as the reason Republicans are the way they are today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.