Hour 1 begins with Mark discussing the show and what we have for you today. Mark is joined by Matt Calkins, OutKick columnist and former Seattle Times sports columnist, to examine the political and media fallout surrounding Washington State’s Initiative 638. Calkins breaks down the decisive passage of the ballot initiative banning biological males from competing in girls' K–12 sports, while critiquing a controversial Seattle Times article that claimed there is no scientific evidence of a biological athletic advantage. The two also discuss imminent legal challenges from the ACLU and local officials, pushback from progressive commentators like Rachel Maddow, real-world athletic impacts involving competitors like Lia Thomas, and why many parents and editors hesitate to speak out publicly. Mark is joined by Brian Kilmeade, co-host of Fox & Friends and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, to examine the breaking news surrounding an attempted hijacking aboard a United Airlines flight by a previously deported Honduran national. Kilmeade shares details from a passenger interview and contextualizes the incident within the broader national conversation on border policy and legal oversight. The two also evaluate post-election recriminations in Washington, including House Republican leadership votes, the failed impeachment attempt against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, explosive accusations made by Calley Means concerning internal resistance to the MAHA agenda, and the high-profile espionage scandal involving Nvidia.
Hour 2 begins when Mark is joined by Joe Russell, producer and director, to discuss his new 35mm short film screening at the St. Louis International Film Festival, which chronicles a true story set during the Khmer Rouge's rise to power in 1975 Cambodia. Russell reflects on his Belleville roots, shares how sneaking into a St. Louis radio station in 1999 launched his creative career, and details his current projects with screenwriter Terry Rossio. He also shares his perspective on the impact of artificial intelligence in live-action film production and announces the upcoming online release of his short film on December 8. Sue talked about converting her fireplace to real wood and getting too much smoke inside, prompting a studio debate with Mark, Alex, and Fred about priming the flue with paper, opening dampers, or pushing the logs further back. They also take time recognizing federal closures, light traffic, and family members who served (including Fred’s father in WWII, Alex’s grandfathers, and Sue’s uncles). What kind of food do you feed your dog?
In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, columnist for HotAir.com and host of the Dwayne's World podcast, to break down the ongoing political fallout from the midterm elections and the controversial comments made by newly elected Representative Adam Hawami regarding Iran. Patterson examines the tactical shift behind appointing Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff ahead of anticipated congressional investigations, the leadership votes retaining John Thune and elevating Jim Jordan, and the historic Senate loss in Mississippi. The two also discuss President Trump's 60 Minutes interview, internal accusations surrounding the MAHA movement, and the political reality of immigration reform. Brad Young joins to discuss trending legal cases. We finish with our Audio Cut of the Day!
Nov 12, 2026
