In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Brian Kilmeade, FOX and Friends co-host, host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, and host of One Nation, to discuss his recent interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy regarding potential ceasefire conditions and security guarantees. They also examine key midterm election polling trends across the country, border security concerns, and preview his upcoming "Uniting the States" tour event at The Factory in St. Louis. Mark is later joined by Adam Guillette, President of Accuracy in the Media, to discuss his organization's latest undercover video investigation into the University of Missouri. Guillette explains how university staff and faculty allegedly bypass Missouri's DEI ban by rebranding diversity programs under new names like "The Bridge" or funneling initiatives through student organizations. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Steve Schankman, Founder and President of Contemporary Productions, to discuss the launch of the St. Louis City Legends banner program in partnership with Greater St. Louis Inc. Schankman details how the program celebrates iconic figures who shaped the region's culture, sports, history, and entertainment, while working to beautify downtown St. Louis. He is later joined by Bill McDermott, long-time soccer broadcaster, to preview the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup championship match between St. Louis City SC and the Columbus Crew. McDermott details the historic significance of the tournament, St. Louis's rich tradition in the competition, and what a potential victory would mean for the franchise. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, host of the Duane's World Podcast and producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, to discuss key political trends heading into the midterm elections. Patterson analyzes early voting turnout metrics, Republican campaign strategy in red states, candidate dynamics in battleground races like Minnesota, and the broader political landscape. Mark is later joined by Randy Raley, veteran local disc jockey, to discuss the upcoming Rush concert at the Enterprise Center. Raley shares his personal history covering the Canadian rock band, reflects on their extensive touring history in St. Louis dating back to the 1970s, and evaluates the group's enduring connection with local rock fans. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
Oct 21, 2026
