Hour 1 opens with a look at the “Schumer Shutdown” and government funding battles, including the impact on federal workers and veterans. The conversation moves into the Affordable Care Act, health care subsidies, and political arguments surrounding national policy. Marc and Dan then critique media coverage and alleged bias around the 2020 election. In the third segment, Buck Don’t Give a ____ focuses on political satire and viral memes circulating on social media. The hour wraps with a discussion of local mascot controversies from the Freeburg Midgets to the Miami Redskins and Monmouth Zippers, along with community traditions, reactions to cultural changes, and a teaser about upcoming guests and a station announcement.