In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine the nation’s troubling literacy rates, spotlighting how red states like Mississippi are seeing surprising success, while many others fall behind. They also tackle controversial school leadership hiring practices, media bias in covering education reform, and the struggles facing cities like Portland under federal intervention. Normally is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday

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In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine the nation&rsquo;s troubling literacy rates, spotlighting how red states like Mississippi are seeing surprising success, while many others fall behind. They also tackle controversial school leadership hiring practices, media bias in covering education reform, and the struggles facing cities like Portland under federal intervention. Normally is part of the Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday &amp; Thursday
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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;

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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.

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.

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine the nation’s troubling literacy rates, spotlighting how red states like Mississippi are seeing surprising success, while many others fall behind. 

Normally Podcast: Portland, Crime, and Classrooms: What Failing Cities Teach Us About Accountability

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Can parents really have both a successful career and a thriving family life? In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz take on one of the biggest debates facing modern families today: balancing ambition, work, and raising children. They challenge the idea that parents must sacrifice one for the other and discuss how strong partnerships, supportive communities, and realistic expectations can make both possible.

The conversation also explores practical parenting strategies, from sleep training and building healthy routines to navigating the unique challenges of raising children in cities and fast-paced environments. Whether you're a parent, expecting your first child, or thinking about work-life balance in a changing world, this episode offers honest insights and practical advice on building a family life that works.

Can parents really have both a successful career and a thriving family life? In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz take on one of the biggest debates facing modern families today: balancing ambition, work, and raising children. They challenge the idea that parents must sacrifice one for the other and discuss how strong partnerships, supportive communities, and realistic expectations can make both possible.
The conversation also explores practical parenting strategies, from sleep training and building healthy routines to navigating the unique challenges of raising children in cities and fast-paced environments. Whether you're a parent, expecting your first child, or thinking about work-life balance in a changing world, this episode offers honest insights and practical advice on building a family life that works.

Can parents really have both a successful career and a thriving family life? In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz take on one of the biggest debates facing modern families today: balancing ambition, work, and raising children. 

Normally Podcast: Can You Really Have Career Success and Family Life? Parenting, Balance & Modern Challenges

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College commencement season is delivering more than graduation speeches—it’s igniting debates over free speech, campus culture, AI, and what advice actually matters in life. Karol Markowicz and Mary Katharine Ham break down the backlash over Jonathan Haidt’s NYU commencement address, reactions to AI warnings from former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, and the speech that may have gotten it right: Eric Church’s emotional message on faith, family, ambition, and purpose. Plus, the hosts share the life advice they’d give graduates entering an increasingly chaotic world.

College commencement season is delivering more than graduation speeches&mdash;it&rsquo;s igniting debates over free speech, campus culture, AI, and what advice actually matters in life. Karol Markowicz and Mary Katharine Ham break down the backlash over Jonathan Haidt&rsquo;s NYU commencement address, reactions to AI warnings from former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, and the speech that may have gotten it right: Eric Church&rsquo;s emotional message on faith, family, ambition, and purpose. Plus, the hosts share the life advice they&rsquo;d give graduates entering an increasingly chaotic world.

College commencement season is delivering more than graduation speeches—it’s igniting debates over free speech, campus culture, AI, and what advice actually matters in life. Karol Markowicz and Mary Katharine Ham break down the backlash over Jonathan Haidt’s NYU commencement address, reactions to AI warnings from former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, and the speech that may have gotten it right...

Normally Podcast: Commencement Chaos, Free Speech Fights & the AI Debate on Campus

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On this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest political stories shaping the conversation: President Trump’s growing influence in key Republican primaries, the high-stakes Thomas Massie race, and the fallout from Bill Cassidy’s loss in Louisiana.

Plus: Gavin Newsom faces backlash over California election concerns, AOC fuels debate with controversial rhetoric, and Kamala Harris sparks reactions after suggesting Democrats should embrace “no bad ideas.” Also: a surprising legal battle involving former Senator Kyrsten Sinema and an unusual lawsuit making headlines.

On this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest political stories shaping the conversation: President Trump&rsquo;s growing influence in key Republican primaries, the high-stakes Thomas Massie race, and the fallout from Bill Cassidy&rsquo;s loss in Louisiana.
Plus: Gavin Newsom faces backlash over California election concerns, AOC fuels debate with controversial rhetoric, and Kamala Harris sparks reactions after suggesting Democrats should embrace &ldquo;no bad ideas.&rdquo; Also: a surprising legal battle involving former Senator Kyrsten Sinema and an unusual lawsuit making headlines.

On this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest political stories shaping the conversation: President Trump’s growing influence in key Republican primaries, the high-stakes Thomas Massie race, and the fallout from Bill Cassidy’s loss in Louisiana.  Plus: Gavin Newsom faces backlash over California election concerns, AOC fuels debate with controversial rhetoric, and Kamala Harris sparks reactions after suggesting Democrats should embrace “no bad ideas.”

Normally Podcast: Trump’s Primary Power, Newsom’s Election Panic & Kamala’s “No Bad Ideas” Moment

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Normally Podcast: Portland, Crime, and Classrooms: What Failing Cities Teach Us About Accountability

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