Hour 1 [03/19/2026]: March Madness Frenzy, Joe Kent Leak Fallout, and Missouri Voter Divide

Marc Cox opens the show with a mix of lighthearted energy and sharp political focus, welcoming Ethan back before diving into March Madness excitement and skyrocketing Mizzou ticket prices, then quickly pivoting to national headlines surrounding Joe Kent’s resignation amid an FBI leak investigation and his rapid media tour, raising suspicions about timing and motive. The hour blends political tension with local concerns, including heated Senate clashes involving Markwayne Mullin and Rand Paul, and St. Louis scrambling to implement curfews and security measures ahead of the NCAA tournament. Kim’s polling breakdown highlights a divided but engaged Missouri electorate on abortion, taxes, and cultural issues, while emphasizing the power of messaging and voter education. Marc closes the hour by breaking down the reality behind “energy independence,” arguing that global oil markets—not domestic production alone—ultimately drive gas prices, reinforcing the theme that perception and economic reality often clash. Hashtags: #MarcCoxShow #MarchMadness #JoeKent #EnergyIndependence #MissouriPolitics #AbortionDebate #TaxReform #ICE #StLouis #NCAA #GasPrices