Hour 3 [03/26/2026]: Iran Tensions, St. Louis Crime Trends, and Social Media Liability Spotlight

Marc Cox opens Hour 3 examining U.S.-Iran relations with former Senator Jim Talent, discussing Trump’s negotiation strategy, military actions, and regional implications for the Middle East, including the Strait of Hormuz and allied support. The hour then shifts to local focus with Patrick Tuohey from the Show Me Institute analyzing St. Louis crime versus public perception, highlighting improving homicide trends, clearance rates, and the impact of policing and environmental factors on safety. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim” unpacking a landmark California case holding Meta and YouTube liable for a young woman’s social media addiction, exploring parental responsibility, algorithmic influence, and potential ripple effects for future litigation. Hashtags: #IranCrisis #JimTalent #StLouisCrime #PatrickTuohey #ShowMeInstitute #SocialMediaLiability #KimOnAWhim #Meta #YouTube #PublicSafety #DigitalWellness