In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol bring personal insight and sharp analysis to a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, cultural values, and civic responsibility — all through the lens of current events.

They reflect on their own experiences raising kids in politically charged times and shift into a candid discussion about the recent fatal Border Patrol shooting in Minneapolis that has sparked national protests, intense political debate, and scrutiny of federal law enforcement tactics.

Together, they unpack:


The political and legal accountability of local and federal officials responding to public unrest.


The role of federal law enforcement agencies like ICE and Border Patrol in community policing and civil demonstrations.


Why body-cameras and transparent reporting matter more than ever for accountability and trust.


How society confronts crime reporting, public safety, and the broader cultural divide over family values, civil liberties, and political ideology.

In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol bring personal insight and sharp analysis to a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, cultural values, and civic responsibility &mdash; all through the lens of current events.
They reflect on their own experiences raising kids in politically charged times and shift into a candid discussion about the recent fatal Border Patrol shooting in Minneapolis that has sparked national protests, intense political debate, and scrutiny of federal law enforcement tactics.
Together, they unpack:
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The political and legal accountability of local and federal officials responding to public unrest.
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The role of federal law enforcement agencies like ICE and Border Patrol in community policing and civil demonstrations.
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Why body-cameras and transparent reporting matter more than ever for accountability and trust.
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How society confronts crime reporting, public safety, and the broader cultural divide over family values, civil liberties, and political ideology.
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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;

Normally

Mary Katharine and Karol discuss parenting in polarized times, the Minneapolis Border Patrol shooting, and the protests that followed. They examine political accountability, the role of federal law enforcement, the importance of body cameras, and broader cultural questions about crime, civic responsibility, and family values in today’s political climate.

Normally Podcast: Parenting, Protests & Police Accountability in the Aftermath of the Minneapolis Border Patrol Shooting

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