Anthony Fauci's newly released COVID-era diary entries are making headlines after Senator Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages from his congressional investigation. Mary Katharine Ham and Bethany Mandel break down what Fauci's private writings reveal about his media obsession, COVID lockdown policies, school closures, masking, and the growing distrust of public health institutions.

The conversation then shifts to former Senator Ben Sasse's deeply moving reflections on living—and dying—with pancreatic cancer. Mary Katharine and Bethany discuss mortality, faith, family, parenting, and why Sasse's public honesty offers an important reminder about what truly matters in life.

They wrap up by examining the latest media criticism of Usha Vance, Karoline Leavitt, and other conservative women over pregnancy fashion, exploring the broader cultural debate surrounding motherhood, pronatalism, feminism, and family values.

Anthony Fauci's newly released COVID-era diary entries are making headlines after Senator Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages from his congressional investigation. Mary Katharine Ham and Bethany Mandel break down what Fauci's private writings reveal about his media obsession, COVID lockdown policies, school closures, masking, and the growing distrust of public health institutions.
The conversation then shifts to former Senator Ben Sasse's deeply moving reflections on living&mdash;and dying&mdash;with pancreatic cancer. Mary Katharine and Bethany discuss mortality, faith, family, parenting, and why Sasse's public honesty offers an important reminder about what truly matters in life.
They wrap up by examining the latest media criticism of Usha Vance, Karoline Leavitt, and other conservative women over pregnancy fashion, exploring the broader cultural debate surrounding motherhood, pronatalism, feminism, and family values.

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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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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Anthony Fauci's newly released COVID-era diary entries are making headlines after Senator Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages from his congressional investigation. Mary Katharine Ham and Bethany Mandel break down what Fauci's private writings reveal about his media obsession, COVID lockdown policies, school closures, masking, and the growing distrust of public health institutions.

Normally Podcast: Fauci's Secret COVID Diaries, Ben Sasse on Dying Well & the Left's Attack on Motherhood

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Anthony Fauci returns to Capitol Hill—but refuses to answer key questions. Mary Katharine Ham is joined by Lauren Stewart to break down Fauci's Fifth Amendment testimony, the explosive revelations from his reported COVID-era diaries, and what the controversy could mean for government accountability moving forward.

The conversation then shifts to New York City, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani's latest policies—including taxpayer-funded grocery stores, controversial property tax proposals, and rising concerns over public safety and antisemitism—continue to generate heated debate.

Finally, they discuss WNBA star Sophie Cunningham's comments defending women's sports, why the issue continues to dominate headlines, and how the conversation around fairness and biological sex in athletics is evolving.

Anthony Fauci returns to Capitol Hill&mdash;but refuses to answer key questions. Mary Katharine Ham is joined by Lauren Stewart to break down Fauci's Fifth Amendment testimony, the explosive revelations from his reported COVID-era diaries, and what the controversy could mean for government accountability moving forward.
The conversation then shifts to New York City, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani's latest policies&mdash;including taxpayer-funded grocery stores, controversial property tax proposals, and rising concerns over public safety and antisemitism&mdash;continue to generate heated debate.
Finally, they discuss WNBA star Sophie Cunningham's comments defending women's sports, why the issue continues to dominate headlines, and how the conversation around fairness and biological sex in athletics is evolving.

Anthony Fauci returns to Capitol Hill—but refuses to answer key questions. Mary Katharine Ham is joined by Lauren Stewart to break down Fauci's Fifth Amendment testimony, the explosive revelations from his reported COVID-era diaries, and what the controversy could mean for government accountability moving forward.

Normally Podcast: Fauci Pleads the Fifth, Mamdani's Socialist Grocery Stores & Sophie Cunningham Defends Women's Sports

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With the 2026 midterm elections rapidly approaching, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by political strategist Kelly Maher for a wide-ranging look at the battle for control of Congress. They break down the latest House and Senate forecasts, why competitive races are shrinking, and whether Republicans can overcome historical midterm trends.

The conversation also explores the growing influence of Democratic Socialists within the Democratic Party, the divide between establishment Democrats and the DSA movement, Colorado's political landscape, and what recent primary results could signal for November. They examine new polling, voter enthusiasm, fundraising advantages, and why both parties may be misreading the electorate.

Finally, they discuss President Trump's latest remarks on election security, concerns over foreign influence, the SAVE Act, and the controversy surrounding New Jersey's acknowledgment that thousands of non-citizens were mistakenly registered to vote, including hundreds who cast ballots.

With the 2026 midterm elections rapidly approaching, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by political strategist <a href="https://x.com/okmaher?lang=en">Kelly Maher</a> for a wide-ranging look at the battle for control of Congress. They break down the latest House and Senate forecasts, why competitive races are shrinking, and whether Republicans can overcome historical midterm trends.
The conversation also explores the growing influence of Democratic Socialists within the Democratic Party, the divide between establishment Democrats and the DSA movement, Colorado's political landscape, and what recent primary results could signal for November. They examine new polling, voter enthusiasm, fundraising advantages, and why both parties may be misreading the electorate.
Finally, they discuss President Trump's latest remarks on election security, concerns over foreign influence, the SAVE Act, and the controversy surrounding New Jersey's acknowledgment that thousands of non-citizens were mistakenly registered to vote, including hundreds who cast ballots.

With the 2026 midterm elections rapidly approaching, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by political strategist Kelly Maher for a wide-ranging look at the battle for control of Congress. They break down the latest House and Senate forecasts, why competitive races are shrinking, and whether Republicans can overcome historical midterm trends.

Normally Podcast: 2026 Midterm Election Forecast, Democratic Socialists' Rise, Trump’s Election Security Push & New Jersey Voting Controversy

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On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by Nicki Neily, founder and president of Defending Education, for an in-depth conversation about the growing crisis in American education.

The discussion examines the American Federation of Teachers convention, Randi Weingarten's re-election, and ongoing criticism of teachers unions over school closures, declining student achievement, and accountability. Mary Katharine and Nicki also dive into the national debate surrounding homeschooling, school choice, public education funding, and why more families are leaving traditional public schools.

They also explore higher education's growing ideological divide, the lack of viewpoint diversity on college campuses, and how public confidence in universities continues to decline.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by <a href="https://x.com/nickineily?lang=en">Nicki Neily</a>, founder and president of <a href="https://defendinged.org/">Defending Education</a>, for an in-depth conversation about the growing crisis in American education.
The discussion examines the American Federation of Teachers convention, Randi Weingarten's re-election, and ongoing criticism of teachers unions over school closures, declining student achievement, and accountability. Mary Katharine and Nicki also dive into the national debate surrounding homeschooling, school choice, public education funding, and why more families are leaving traditional public schools.
They also explore higher education's growing ideological divide, the lack of viewpoint diversity on college campuses, and how public confidence in universities continues to decline.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham is joined by Nicki Neily, founder and president of Defending Education, for an in-depth conversation about the growing crisis in American education.

Normally Podcast: Teachers Unions Under Fire, Homeschooling Debate & The Crisis in American Education

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Normally Podcast: Fauci's Secret COVID Diaries, Ben Sasse on Dying Well & the Left's Attack on Motherhood

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