H&K: 'I'm not expecting Lincoln-esque rhetoric from President Trump'
Michael and John chat about the upcoming Presidential Inauguration; Snow removal; technology; the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas; and the late Bob Uecker.
Jan 17, 2025•53 min
Hancock and Kelley
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CBS Military analyst expects 1st Israeli hostages could be released 'as soon as Sunday'
CBS Military Analyst Col Jeff McCausland joins Michael Kelley and John Hancock. He doesn't think it will be possible to destroy Hamas, 'ideologically.' He says Iran is more vulnerable now.
Jan 17, 2025•12 min
H&K Full Show 1-10-25: 'This has been a failure across the board'
Michael Kelley solo today. He discusses the regions recovery after the snow storm; the inauguration of Michael Kehoe as Missouri Governor with John Hancock; evolving traffic conditions with Rodger Brand; the Jimmy Carter funeral and disaster funding with CBS's Scott MacFarlane; and football with John Hancock, Jr.
Jan 10, 2025•45 min
Scott MacFarlane: 'the small fraternity of the Presidency creates bonds'
CBS Congressional Correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Michael Kelley following the death of President Jimmy Carter. MacFarlane expects it to be 'quite a fight to get disaster funding' for California wildfires.
Jan 10, 2025•6 min
H&K: A preview of the inauguration of new Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe
John Hancock dials in with Michael Kelley as he previews the Inauguration of Mike Kehoe as governor; the two chat about the funeral for Jimmy Carter; and the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
Jan 10, 2025•12 min
'This was a pretty telling blow to Sam Page'
Hancock and Kelley discuss the St Louis County Prosecuting attorney fight between Sam Page and Gov Mike Parson; the passing of Jimmy Carter; a severe winter storm; and Fr Dylan Schrader joins with his time capsule story.
Jan 03, 2025•56 min
Catholic Priest opens personal time capsule & reveals contents on social media
Fr Dylan Schrader is a Hannibal, MO native, and a Pastor in the Jefferson City Diocese at St Joseph in Westphalia and Anthony of Padua Parish in Folk. He opened up a personal time-capsule from 25 years ago that he sealed up as a high school student.
Jan 03, 2025•12 min
'I think 20-inches is probably excessive'
Accu Weather Meteorologist Joe Lundberg joins Michael and John with a winter storm approaching.
Jan 03, 2025•5 min
Hancock and Kelley – Centipedes, Politics, Football
On the final Friday of the year Michael Kelley is out of town so John Hancock is joined by his son John Hancock Jr. first talking about a centipede in Juniors apartment. Michael Kelley joins from Florida to talk about Donald Trump wanting to make Canada the 51st start and to purchase Greenland and Panama Canal. Congressman Elect Dr. Bob Onder joins to talk about ‘freshman orientation’ his first impressions and other thoughts as he enters the house. Latest with Russia and Ukraine as Trump is read...
Dec 27, 2024•55 min
Bob Onder's first impressions of US House
Congressman Elect Dr. Bob Onder joins the show to talk about ‘freshman orientation’ his first impressions and other thoughts as he enters the house.
Dec 27, 2024•8 min
Hancock and Kelley - Husky section, politics, CFP
On the final Friday before Christmas Hancock and Kelley discuss shopping in the husky section back in the day. What is going on in Washington with the potential of a shutdown and local politics with the fight over who the new County Prosecutor will be. Hancock and Kelley potpourri. Tim Smith, Owner of Patriot Commercial Cleaning and a US Army veteran joins the show to talk about his new book ‘A Patriot’s American Dream’. Russ Hoesterich, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and member of the Glo...
Dec 20, 2024•51 min
FED meeting and investments
Russ Koesterich, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and member of the Global Allocation team at BlackRock joins the show to talk about FED meeting and investments.
Dec 20, 2024•6 min
A Patriot’s American Dream
Tim Smith, Owner of Patriot Commercial Cleaning and a US Army veteran joins the show to talk about his new book ‘A Patriot’s American Dream.’
Dec 20, 2024•6 min
'You've got a building inspector who looks as if he's running a side hustle'
Hancock and Kelly dive into the 12 days of Christmas; the appointment of a St Louis County Prosecutor; KMOV's Lauren Trager looks at the city program that may be influenced by a St Louis building inspector & more.
Dec 13, 2024•50 min
KMOV's Lauren Trager investigates city-run program that rehabs properties: 'These are big repair contracts'
KMOV Investigative Reporter Lauren Trager joins Michael and John and details how a St Louis City program may have some issues surrounding a city inspector who may be benefiting personally from a program that deals with code violations.
Dec 13, 2024•9 min
St. Louis Hero Network, ruin baseball rule, holiday party
On this Friday, Hancock and Kelley talk about Trump nominations, Hunter Biden pardoned. They complain about not being invited to the holiday party. Charlie Metzner, St. Louis Hero Network co-founder and President joins in studio to talk about how veterans and first responders do for this non profit. Finally, a rule that would ruin baseball.
Dec 06, 2024•50 min
Local non-profit built around veterans and first responders
Charlie Metzner, St. Louis Hero Network co-founder and current President join Hancock and Kelley to talk about what the St. Louis Hero Network with first responders and veterans.
Dec 06, 2024•9 min
Thanksgiving, Social media ban, Italy Black Friday - Hancock and Kelley
On this Friday Hancock and Kelley talk about Italy having a black Friday, Thanksgiving history, a social media ban in Australia and football
Nov 29, 2024•54 min
Italy, politics, Scott MacFarlane, football - Hancock and Kelley
John Hancock and Michael Kelley begin with some advice from Hancock. Next, they talk national and local politics. CBS Congressional Correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined Hancock and Kelley to talk about Matt Gaetz dropping out of Attorney General and Pam Bondi the new nominee and background checks for everyone. Kelley talks in detail about his Italy trip and finally Kelley thought about Hancock when watching football.
Nov 22, 2024•54 min
Pam Bondi is a traditional pick and a loyalist
CBS Congressional Correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined Hancock and Kelley to talk about Matt Gaetz dropping out of Attorney General and Pam Bondi the new nominee and background checks for everyone.
Nov 22, 2024•8 min
H&K: 'Most unusual' picks by Trump; 'Are these appointments real?'
John Hancock hosting solo today; Michael Kelley calls from Italy; Trump announces picks for his Cabinet; Col Jeff McCausland is concerned for national security and US military; Founding Drummer for Foghat Roger Earl
Nov 15, 2024•46 min
CBS Military Analyst: 'Unbelievable picks' for his administration
CBS Military Analyst Col Jeff McCausland shares his concerns for the military and foreign policy that will come from his nominations for Defense Secretary and National Security Advisor. He also comments on the issues facing Ukraine.
Nov 15, 2024•10 min
Foghat Coming to St Charles: Drummer Roger Earl
Foghat founding drummer Roger Earl previews the band's upcoming show at St Charles Family Arena with John Hancock. Credit: © Michael Cuviello/Amarillo Globe-News / USA TODAY NETWORK
Nov 15, 2024•8 min
CBS Military Analyst: If the US backs off of International relationships, expect other nations to 'fill the vacuum'
CBS Military Analyst Col Jeff McCausland with John and Michael. What should the world expect from Donald Trump.
Nov 08, 2024•12 min
H&K: 'Click to cancel, mayble I'll cancel everything all at once'
Hancock and Kelley full show for November 8, 2024. Presidential election recap; how do Democrats recover; Italy, the trip of a lifetime; Dave Glover; CBS Military Analyst Jeff McCausland;
Nov 08, 2024•53 min
Hancock and Kelley – Election predictions, Halloween mystery, Winterfest
On the final Friday before the election Hancock and Kelley begin asking if bats are considered birds, and drinking medicine straight from bottle. In the political segment they make their predictions from president to Missouri gambling. In the full hour the Hancock house has crime on Halloween night. Missouri Senate debate between Josh Hawley and Lucas Kunce. Hacnock and Kelley discuss the World Series and the Cardinals starting the rebuild. Finally, Camille Brooks, Director of Programming and Ev...
Nov 01, 2024•51 min
9th annual Winterfest at Kiener Plaza
Camille Brooks, Director of Programming and Events, Gateway Arch Park Foundation joins the show to talk about the 9th annual Winterfest at Kiener Plaza.
Nov 01, 2024•6 min
If it is record turnout I think Harris wins – Hancock
On the final Friday before election day. John Hancock and Michael Kelley make their predictions from president to gambling in Missouri.
Nov 01, 2024•11 min
'It's interesting, we're 1000 miles from an ocean & we're eating lobster'
Hancock and Kelley discuss final days of election season. The Texas Senate race; Halloween Costumes; Lobster; the World Series
Oct 25, 2024•38 min
'Ted Cruz is in a race' in Texas
CBS Reporter Chris Fox joins John and Michael looking at the Texas Senate race.
Oct 25, 2024•5 min
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