On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a whirlwind of headlines—from Middle East tensions to true crime shocks and government spending gone wild.

The show opens with analysis of President Trump’s unexpected ceasefire with Iran, ongoing violations, and what it all means for U.S. strategy, global markets, and the Strait of Hormuz. Is this a calculated negotiation tactic—or chaos with consequences?

Then, the hosts dive into the shocking latest developments in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case, including a major guilty plea and new questions about additional unsolved murders.

Plus, a jaw-dropping look at California’s high-speed rail project, now facing a staggering $125 billion shortfall—raising bigger questions about government spending, fraud, and accountability nationwide.