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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 1H 10M

FULL SHOW: Violent protestors; The cost of the ballroom increases.

from The Mark Simone Show · host iHeartRadio and Mark Simone

Mark breaks down President Trump’s latest comments on the war in Iran. He also discusses reports that the planned ballroom project could cost nearly $1 billion instead of the original $400 million estimate because of additional upgrades and improvements. Questions continue surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s death after a 2019 note resurfaced and sparked new debate over whether he was killed or died by suicide. Mark also talks about violent protesters clashing with the NYPD outside a Manhattan synagogue and criticizes Zohran Mamdani for not speaking out. Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. They discuss New York City’s budget framework and the likelihood of it finally passing after nine attempts. Steve explains why he believes Democrats often ignore economic fundamentals and policy data. They also talk about billionaires potentially pushing back against Mayor Mamdani’s proposed taxes on the wealthy after Mamdani targeted billionaire Ken Griffin in a recent video. The guys also discuss the growing importance of data centers in the U.S. and around the world for the future of technology and business. Mark discusses Zohran Mamdani’s response to accusations of anti-Semitism following violent protests outside synagogues in New York City that sparked backlash and concern. He also talks about political narratives pushed by Democrats, including comparisons between President Trump and Hitler, arguing that those claims have become exaggerated. Mark reflects on how CNN has changed over the years, saying the network was once more balanced in its political coverage. He also continues to remember media pioneer Ted Turner. Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy shares a story about how Mark’s promotion of his show may have helped bring together a couple in his audience at his show's taping. They also discuss Stephen Colbert leaving his late-night show in two weeks and talk about how the program’s new format will lean more heavily into comedy and how it could change the feel of the show’s audience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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