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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On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down how the Super Bowl became yet another front in the culture wars—from the Bad Bunny halftime controversy to what it reveals about elite messaging, nationalism, and representation.

The conversation expands into a sharp analysis of surveillance culture, sparked by a viral Ring camera commercial and Democrats’ sudden reversal on ICE body cameras. Why did mass surveillance go from “necessary accountability” to “dangerous overreach” overnight?

MK & Karol also examine the accelerating collapse of trust in legacy media, including the Washington Post’s massive layoffs, journalism’s failures during COVID, and why audiences are increasingly turning elsewhere for information. Plus: blue-state governance failures, protest crackdowns, the political migration out of New York, and why “normie voters” are finally pushing back.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down how the Super Bowl became yet another front in the culture wars&mdash;from the Bad Bunny halftime controversy to what it reveals about elite messaging, nationalism, and representation.
The conversation expands into a sharp analysis of surveillance culture, sparked by a viral Ring camera commercial and Democrats&rsquo; sudden reversal on ICE body cameras. Why did mass surveillance go from &ldquo;necessary accountability&rdquo; to &ldquo;dangerous overreach&rdquo; overnight?
MK &amp; Karol also examine the accelerating collapse of trust in legacy media, including the Washington Post&rsquo;s massive layoffs, journalism&rsquo;s failures during COVID, and why audiences are increasingly turning elsewhere for information. Plus: blue-state governance failures, protest crackdowns, the political migration out of New York, and why &ldquo;normie voters&rdquo; are finally pushing back.

On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down how the Super Bowl became yet another front in the culture wars—from the Bad Bunny halftime controversy to what it reveals about elite messaging, nationalism, and representation.  The conversation expands into a sharp analysis of surveillance culture, sparked by a viral Ring camera commercial and Democrats’ sudden reversal on ICE body cameras.

Super Bowl Culture Wars, ICE Surveillance Whiplash & Why Trust in Media Is Collapsing

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In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a landmark legal case in which a young woman successfully sued her psychologist and surgeon for medical malpractice following a mastectomy. We also examine how this ruling challenges long-standing assumptions around gender-affirming care, particularly for minors, and what it means for medical accountability moving forward.

The conversation explores the role of medical consensus, the suppression of dissent within healthcare institutions, and the broader societal consequences of irreversible medical interventions. This episode takes a hard look at how law, medicine, and culture collide—and why this case could mark a turning point in the national debate.

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In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a landmark legal case in which a young woman successfully sued her psychologist and surgeon for medical malpractice following a mastectomy. We also examine how this ruling challenges long-standing assumptions around gender-affirming care, particularly for minors, and what it means for medical accountability moving forward.
The conversation explores the role of medical consensus, the suppression of dissent within healthcare institutions, and the broader societal consequences of irreversible medical interventions. This episode takes a hard look at how law, medicine, and culture collide&mdash;and why this case could mark a turning point in the national debate.
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In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a landmark legal case in which a young woman successfully sued her psychologist and surgeon for medical malpractice following a mastectomy. We also examine how this ruling challenges long-standing assumptions around gender-affirming care, particularly for minors, and what it means for medical accountability moving forward.

Normally Podcast: Landmark Malpractice Ruling Shakes Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

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In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz kick things off with "some banter" on weekend plans—from ice skating ambitions to a quick trip to Las Vegas—before diving into the week’s biggest cultural and political stories.

The episode turns serious with a breakdown of the arrest of Don Lemon, examining the media reaction, public narratives, and what the case raises about First Amendment protections and press accountability.

Mary Katharine and Karol also tackle the ongoing crisis of school closures and municipal dysfunction in major U.S. cities, unpacking how these failures hit students, parents, and taxpayers hardest. The episode wraps with a broader cultural look at food delivery culture—why convenience has become so expensive, how habits shifted after the pandemic, and what it all says about modern life.

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In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz kick things off with "some banter" on weekend plans&mdash;from ice skating ambitions to a quick trip to Las Vegas&mdash;before diving into the week&rsquo;s biggest cultural and political stories.
The episode turns serious with a breakdown of the arrest of Don Lemon, examining the media reaction, public narratives, and what the case raises about First Amendment protections and press accountability.
Mary Katharine and Karol also tackle the ongoing crisis of school closures and municipal dysfunction in major U.S. cities, unpacking how these failures hit students, parents, and taxpayers hardest. The episode wraps with a broader cultural look at food delivery culture&mdash;why convenience has become so expensive, how habits shifted after the pandemic, and what it all says about modern life.
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In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz kick things off with "some banter" on weekend plans—from ice skating ambitions to a quick trip to Las Vegas—before diving into the week’s biggest cultural and political stories.  The episode turns serious with a breakdown of the arrest of Don Lemon, examining the media reaction, public narratives, and what the case raises about First Amendment protections and press accountability.

Normally Podcast: Don Lemon Arrest Fallout, School Closures, and the True Cost of Convenience

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

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