Mark Larson Podcast

Mark continues with the breaking news of the FBI arresting Cesar Sayoc in Florida after evidence led authorities to him following the sending and receiving of explosive packages in the mail to more than a dozen locations over the past week.

We get more information on the arrest of the suspect in the sending of explosive devices to notable dignitaries including current and former high-ranking government officials. Mark checks in with Lorie Zapf from the San Diego City Council on the allegations of her opponent committing disability fraud and proving to lie at all costs come the November election for her 2nd District seat.

Mark welcomes back New York Times best-selling author Peter Schweizer to discuss a wild story about EBT cards and background checks (or lack thereof) as reported by his company at the Government Accountability Institute. Why have Megyn Kelly and Meghan McCain had a rough couple of days? Well, Kate Obenshain (Young America's Foundation) dissects and analyzes those stories as well as CNN's declaration that President Trump doesn't recognize recipients of explosive devices as "human beings."

Mark recaps a wild couple of World Series games in Boston, as well as looking ahead at ticket prices for the games up in L.A. this weekend. Also, media outlets are just raging and upset over the fact that President Trump hasn't apologized to the victims/recipients of the explosive devices over the past couple of days... because it's his fault? NewsMax's James Hirsen breaks that down and much more with Mark.

Mark brings in Walter Cunningham, the only surviving crew member of Apollo VII -- and they celebrating the 50th anniversary of the mission this week, and why it still matters. Also, Scott McEwen, New York Times best-selling author, discusses the severity and importance of these suspicious devices that were either legit or possibly just meant to threaten the recipients of such devices.

Bill Gertz (Washington Free Beacon) analyzes how the explosive devices appearing in New York, San Diego, etc., are possibly an assault like back in the day related to anti-war/anti-Vietnam protests... Also, Tim Graham (Media Research Center) expands on the media's trigger-happy reaction to blame everything on President Trump rather than condemn the individuals themselves for committing the crime and acts of terror.

Mark brings back San Diego City Council member Scott Sherman on the 8-1 vote to rescind new short-term vacation rental regulations. Also, Robert DeLaurentis talks about his amazing excursion that's going to take place... He's a San Diego businessman and aviation adventurer. In the next few weeks, he will embark on his latest challenge, flying from the North Pole to the South Pole in a goodwill mission.

Mark preps for yet another historic lottery drawing tonight as the jackpot is nearing TWO BILLION DOLLARS. Also, President Trump had a huge rally with Senator Ted Cruz in Houston to promote more jobs. Tom Del Bacarro (PoliticalVanguard.com) talks about the latest ad featuring Gabrielle Giffords pushing for citizens to vote for Mike Levin in the 49th Congressional District.

Mark runs around the world of sound from the news networks who are applauding those in the migrant caravans as "defying the president," as well as when President Trump is declaring that the Democratic Party loves illegal immigrants invading the country, and yet news outlets are saying there's no proof of such thing. Also, Mehran Aram (The Aramco Group) gives us another update on housing and stock markets across San Diego County and the nation that could prove very valuable for you.

Mark recaps his visit to Dallas for an exhibit and presentation coming up on a number of 50-year celebrations in the air and space industries. Also, Jon Coupal (President, Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association) provides his two cents with Mark on Propositions 6 (Repeal the Gas Tax) and 10 (No on Rent Control) and how California is becoming more "foolish and counterproductive."

Mark triples up the excitement for a number of reasons when it comes to guests. - John Hoy is a political consultant/campaign strategist for SD council member Lorie Zapf - Bob Ottilie, chief proponent of Measure L (reform to boost elected city officials’ salaries – endorsed by both political parties – partially opposed by the San Diego Union Tribune), and former chairman of San Diego Salary Setting Commission - Captain Jack Ensch promotes the upcoming and always exciting San Diego Fleet Week and all the incredible activities and presentations that will promote our military.

Mark thinks about buying Powerball/Mega Millions lottery tickets in hopes of winning the big jackpot this weekend, but he also understands the bigger issues on the forefront including what to do if we discover Jamal Khashoggi was killed in Turkey. We check in with Lisa Daftari from Foreign Desk News on that and much more including the caravan of immigrants coming from Central America to the Mexican border. Also, Stephen Moore, chief economist from The Heritage Foundation, on the latest involving the booming economy, more jobs being created, as well as lower unemployment.

Mark checks in with Pat Robertson and wonders if the legendary televangelist stepped in it talking about the missing Saudi journalist inside the embassy in Turkey, or if he's the only person making sense out of the whole situation. Also, there are multiple sides coming on the attack against Mark in how he questioned/challenged both candidates for the 50th Congressional District in the November election.

Mark reacts to the news of the "Great California Shakeout" and if we're required to participate in the drill while also examining how ridiculous our government services (as governed by Jerry Brown) have turned into muck. Also, James Hirsen (NewsMax.com) analyzes the latest from inside the beltway, as well as how terrible the ratings were for "The Conners" after killing off Roseanne.

Mark welcomes back Michael Reagan for the latest on the Horseface controversy with President Trump and Stormy Daniels, as well as preparing for the November election here in California.

Mark dials into more about the suspected killing of Jamal Khashoggi, the Washington Post reporter who "disappeared" at the embassy in Turkey because he was a critic of the Saudi Arabian government. Also, Tim Graham (Media Research Center, & NewsBusters.org) breaks down the war of words between President Trump and the mainstread media after referring to Stormy Daniels as "Horseface."

Mark brings in Kate Obenshain from Young America's Foundation to discuss the "chick's point of view" (her words, not ours) on the latest involving Elizabeth Warren's Native American heritage (if at all) and Stormy Daniels's defamation lawsuit against President Trump getting tossed. Also, Madeleine Pickens is the founder of "Saving America's Mustangs," and she is passionately advocating for us to write to President Trump to stop the "humane euthanasia" of wild horses, who are being slaughtered at an alarming rate.

Mark follows deep into the story of the Washington Post reporter, Jamal Khashoggi, and how Saudi Arabia is planning to admit to his accidental death at the embassy in Turkey. Also, Peter J. Wallison discusses his new book, "Judicial Fortitude," and how the judicial, and even executive, branch are creating new legislation when their Constitutional powers don't allow such a rule.

Mark takes a look at some of the propositions on the ballot this November with Tom Del Bacarro (PoliticalVanguard.com) and, surprisingly, they disagree on a couple here and there. Also, the markets had quite the shake-up last week, and Mehran Aram (The Aramco Group) helps us sort it all out and come to a collective calmness.

Mark welcomes in Ammar Campa-Najjar, challenger to Duncan D. Hunter's seat in the 50th Congressional District here in California to address claims made by Hunter about his family's lineage and the changing of his name on ballots, among other topics.