On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political shockwaves from New York’s latest primary elections, where candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America scored major victories. Is this the future of the Democratic Party—or a warning sign for the country?

The also examine the rise of democratic socialism, the growing influence of anti-establishment progressive candidates, and the broader implications for New York, national Democrats, and the 2026 midterm elections. They also discuss whether mainstream Democrats are equipped to stop the party’s leftward shift.

Plus, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson declares a “transfemicide” state of emergency despite no reported transgender murders in the city over the past year, reigniting debates over public safety priorities in one of America’s most violent cities.

And later, MK & Karol dive into Rep. Ro Khanna’s attacks on Elon Musk, the politics of wealth creation, economic literacy, entrepreneurship, and why America’s innovators increasingly find themselves in the political crosshairs.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political shockwaves from New York&rsquo;s latest primary elections, where candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America scored major victories. Is this the future of the Democratic Party&mdash;or a warning sign for the country?
The also examine the rise of democratic socialism, the growing influence of anti-establishment progressive candidates, and the broader implications for New York, national Democrats, and the 2026 midterm elections. They also discuss whether mainstream Democrats are equipped to stop the party&rsquo;s leftward shift.
Plus, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson declares a &ldquo;transfemicide&rdquo; state of emergency despite no reported transgender murders in the city over the past year, reigniting debates over public safety priorities in one of America&rsquo;s most violent cities.
And later, MK &amp; Karol dive into Rep. Ro Khanna&rsquo;s attacks on Elon Musk, the politics of wealth creation, economic literacy, entrepreneurship, and why America&rsquo;s innovators increasingly find themselves in the political crosshairs.

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 political shockwaves from New York’s latest primary elections, where candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America scored major victories. Is this the future of the Democratic Party—or a warning sign for the country?

Normally Podcast: Mamdani’s Socialist Surge, Chicago’s ‘Transfemicide’ Crisis & Elon Musk Under Fire

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