When politics turns into policy, everyday Americans feel the consequences.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the real-world impact of the ongoing DHS funding standoff—why TSA agents aren’t getting paid, how airport chaos unfolded during peak travel season, and why the blame game in Washington isn’t telling the full story.

They also dive into:
The truth behind TSA delays, airport security breakdowns, and ICE deployments
How political gridlock is directly affecting travelers and federal workers
Why Boston’s “record” graduation rates may not be what they seem
The growing trend of lowering academic standards instead of improving outcomes
School shutdown culture, remote learning fallout, and rising absenteeism

Plus, a lighter (but important) conversation on reclaiming normal life in a hyper-online world—why logging off, reading more, and staying grounded might be the most radical thing you can do today.

When politics turns into policy, everyday Americans feel the consequences.
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the real-world impact of the ongoing DHS funding standoff&mdash;why TSA agents aren&rsquo;t getting paid, how airport chaos unfolded during peak travel season, and why the blame game in Washington isn&rsquo;t telling the full story.
They also dive into:
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Plus, a lighter (but important) conversation on reclaiming normal life in a hyper-online world&mdash;why logging off, reading more, and staying grounded might be the most radical thing you can do today.

Normally is the podcast for normal people, by normal people. We’re going to limit the hysteria, tone down the crazy, and talk about what really matters. Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz have been in the political commentary world a long time. Both are known for being funny, and a bit irreverent, but also serious and thoughtful about the issues that are important to the country. Catch Normally every Tuesday & Thursday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

Normally is the podcast for normal people, by normal people. We&rsquo;re going to limit the hysteria, tone down the crazy, and talk about what really matters. Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz have been in the political commentary world a long time. Both are known for being funny, and a bit irreverent, but also serious and thoughtful about the issues that are important to the country. Catch Normally every Tuesday &amp; Thursday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.&nbsp;

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On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the real-world impact of the ongoing DHS funding standoff—why TSA agents aren’t getting paid, how airport chaos unfolded during peak travel season, and why the blame game in Washington isn’t telling the full story.

Normally Podcast: Airport Chaos, TSA Shutdown & Failing Schools: When Politics Hurts Real Life

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