Mark Simone

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Hour 2: Pizza Hut is making a huge change. May 20, 2026

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President Trump’s defeat of Rep. Thomas Massie comes after millions were spent on advertising for Massie’s campaign. Mark delves into the Trump, Jeffrey Epstein connection, reiterating that Trump distanced himself from Epstein. The show also notes Democrats’ reaction to the end of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” which is airing its final episode tomorrow. Colbert was a frequent critic of Trump and played a prominent role in pushing the Russia investigation narrative. Kellogg’s is bringing back toys in cereal boxes, delighting nostalgic fans. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. Ann debates whether she’ll tune in for Colbert’s last show. Trump’s pick for Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, has received positive reviews for his performance so far. She reflects on the significance of Palm Beach International Airport’s upcoming renaming to Trump International Airport, while she and Mark discuss the increasingly left-leaning culture on college campuses, places Ann once frequented as a speaker.

Mark interviews author Ann Coulter. May 20, 2026

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Ann debates whether she’ll tune in for Colbert’s last show. Trump’s pick for Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, has received positive reviews for his performance so far. She reflects on the significance of Palm Beach International Airport’s upcoming renaming to Trump International Airport, while she and Mark discuss the increasingly left-leaning culture on college campuses, places Ann once frequented as a speaker.

Mark takes your calls! May 20, 2026

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Greg in Jersey City, NJ, called Mark to talk about how he saw a Pizza Hut location that went back to old school restaurant branding, which is attracting people. Jim in New Jersey called Mark to talk about a story of industrialist Henry Flagler, who helped build a railroad from Miami, Florida, to Key West, Florida.

Mark's 11am Monologue. May 20, 2026

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Mark interviews Boston radio host Howie Carr. May 20, 2026

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Howie and Mark break down the Georgia primaries, which saw competitive races and shifting alliances. Senator Bill Cassidy, despite his loss, publicly supports a new Senate resolution to end U.S. involvement in the conflict in Iran. The guys also remember liberal icon Barney Frank, who has passed away. Mark and Howie dive into the anticipated renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to Trump International Airport, which is a move expected to generate significant debate among Democrats in the coming months.

Mark takes your calls! May 20, 2026

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Joe in Elmwood Park, NJ, called in to highlight FBI Director Kash Patel's recent testimony in Washington, D.C., where Patel strongly challenged Senator Chris Van Hollen and came out looking effective and assertive. Joe in Nutley offered an example of how fake news can mislead even highly intelligent people, illustrating the importance of verifying information in today's media landscape.

Mark's 10am Monologue. May 20, 2026

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President Trump scored a major victory in last night’s Republican primaries, defeating opponents like John Cornyn, Bill Cassidy, and Thomas Massie, none of whom received his endorsement and have recently distanced themselves from him. The candidates Trump backed came out on top, highlighting his continued influence on the GOP. On foreign policy, President Trump commented on rising tensions with Iran. He indicated the U.S. is giving Iran a little more time to de-escalate, but warned that another round of military conflict is becoming increasingly likely. In response, Iranian officials threatened to target Gulf countries and oil facilities if the U.S. launches attacks against Iran, raising concerns about broader regional instability. Meanwhile, Democrats have been effective in recent congressional hearings, particularly in scrutinizing President Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion fund, which critics argue could benefit his allies and friends.

FULL SHOW: LIRR strike comes to an end; Big news for the Rangers and Knicks. May 19, 2026

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The LIRR strike has ended, though some traffic delays remain. Most trains are expected to resume service today. On MSNOW’s Morning Joe, Dell’s stock was reported as likely to increase in value; some hosts speculated about possible connections to President Trump, but there is no direct evidence supporting these claims. President Trump announced the creation of an Anti-Weaponization Fund to support January 6th defendants who experienced financial losses following prosecution. The fund may also assist lawyers and political figures involved in the cases. Recently, Trump withdrew a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning the handling of his tax returns. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer commented on the fund during recent remarks. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz411. Roger discusses a film recommendation for Memorial Day weekend. The Michael Jackson movie will soon be released in Japan and remains at the top of the box office. Chris Christie attended Bruce Springsteen’s concert at Madison Square Garden, which came after rumors of them clashing about politics. Mark Fuhrman, a detective from the O.J. Simpson case, has passed away; Roger Friedman shares his perspective on Fuhrman. Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS’s The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O’Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O’Reilly also discusses President Trump’s recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.

Hour 1: New compensation package in Washington D.C. May 19, 2026

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Hour 2: Record border crossings. May 19, 2026

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Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS’s The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O’Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O’Reilly also discusses President Trump’s recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.

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