Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political stories revealing deeper cracks in America’s institutions. From weather-related infrastructure failures in major cities to Marco Rubio’s headline-making congressional testimony, they examine what these moments say about governance and accountability. The conversation widens to the early maneuvering for the 2028 elections, the Democratic Party’s internal struggles, and the high-stakes redistricting wars unfolding in Virginia. Together, these battles offer a preview of the political fights that will define the next decade.

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Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political stories revealing deeper cracks in America&rsquo;s institutions. From weather-related infrastructure failures in major cities to Marco Rubio&rsquo;s headline-making congressional testimony, they examine what these moments say about governance and accountability. The conversation widens to the early maneuvering for the 2028 elections, the Democratic Party&rsquo;s internal struggles, and the high-stakes redistricting wars unfolding in Virginia. Together, these battles offer a preview of the political fights that will define the next decade.
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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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Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political stories revealing deeper cracks in America’s institutions. From weather-related infrastructure failures in major cities to Marco Rubio’s headline-making congressional testimony, they examine what these moments say about governance and accountability.

Normally Podcast: Urban Failures, Rubio’s Testimony & the Redistricting Battles Shaping 2028

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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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On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a series of Democratic political meltdowns — from California Governor candidate Xavier Becerra struggling through basic media questions to Senator Chris Van Hollen spiraling after a heated exchange with FBI Director Kash Patel.

They also dive into new testimony alleging Dr. Anthony Fauci intentionally helped cover up the origins of COVID-19, discuss public distrust after the pandemic, and react to fears surrounding a hantavirus outbreak aboard a South American cruise ship.

Plus, the hosts unpack the political earthquake rocking the United Kingdom as Nigel Farage and Reform UK surge while Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Labour suffer devastating election losses.

Also in this episode: parenting wins, teenage drivers, bourbon culture, broken public systems, and why functioning fountains might matter more than politicians realize.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a series of Democratic political meltdowns &mdash; from California Governor candidate Xavier Becerra struggling through basic media questions to Senator Chris Van Hollen spiraling after a heated exchange with FBI Director Kash Patel.
They also dive into new testimony alleging Dr. Anthony Fauci intentionally helped cover up the origins of COVID-19, discuss public distrust after the pandemic, and react to fears surrounding a hantavirus outbreak aboard a South American cruise ship.
Plus, the hosts unpack the political earthquake rocking the United Kingdom as Nigel Farage and Reform UK surge while Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Labour suffer devastating election losses.
Also in this episode: parenting wins, teenage drivers, bourbon culture, broken public systems, and why functioning fountains might matter more than politicians realize.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a series of Democratic political meltdowns — from California Governor candidate Xavier Becerra struggling through basic media questions to Senator Chris Van Hollen spiraling after a heated exchange with FBI Director Kash Patel.

Normally Podcast: Democrats Meltdown on Camera, Fauci Cover-Up Claims & Nigel Farage’s UK Surge

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Normally Podcast: Urban Failures, Rubio’s Testimony & the Redistricting Battles Shaping 2028

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