



Normally Podcast: Socialism in NYC, California Fires, and Newsom’s Political Playbook
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political shockwaves following Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City mayor and what it reveals about the growing influence of socialism in America’s largest cities. The conversation also reflects on the anniversary of the d…

Normally Podcast: Maduro Captured, Trump’s Bold Foreign Policy & Government Fraud in Minnesota
In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol kick off the New Year with personal reflections and resolutions before diving into one of the most consequential foreign policy developments of the moment: President Trump’s bold move to apprehend Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro. They analyze the implic…

Normally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | How to Marry, Meal Prep, and Make It Through College
In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Mary Katharine and Karol Markowicz cover a number of topics, including their cooking habits and family meals, the importance of aligning political values in relationships, navigating political sensitivities as military families, sharing their college experiences, …

Normally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | College Decisions, Conspiracy Theories, Politics, Immigration & Career Advice
In this Ask Us Anything episode, Mary Katharine and Karol dive into listener questions on everything from choosing the right college and navigating conspiracy theories to political dilemmas, immigration perspectives, and career goals. They discuss the value of building real social connections on ca…

Normally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | Holiday Cheer, Parenting Hacks, & Elon Musk
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz play "Ask Us Anything." They explore the importance of maintaining a positive temperament while communicating serious information, share their culinary experiences with Southern delicacies, and offer insights on parenting styles that promote i…

Normally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | Career, Family, and Community
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham & Karol Markowicz tackle one of the biggest challenges facing modern families: balancing career ambition with raising children. They push back on the idea that parents must choose between professional success and family life, sharing insights on how supportive re…

Normally Podcast: Susie Wiles, JD Vance, and Media Meltdowns
In this episode of Normally, hosts Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz explore the growing divide between online outrage and real-world community. They break down the political fallout from a recent Vanity Fair interview with Susie Wiles, analyze JD Vance’s sharp responses to media criticism abo…

Normally Podcast: U.S. Troops Attacked in Syria, Hanukkah Shooting in Australia & America’s Reading Crisis
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine a series of sobering global and domestic events shaping today’s headlines. They discuss the tragic attack on U.S. soldiers in Syria, a devastating shooting at a Hanukkah gathering in Australia, and what these acts of violence reveal ab…

Normally Podcast: Media Bias, Miami Elections & Erika Kirk’s Strength
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz take a sharp, timely look at some of the most important stories shaping today’s political and cultural landscape. They break down the latest twists in the Miami mayoral race, explore how prolonged school closures continue to affect youth menta…

Normally Podcast: Immigration Wars, Free Speech Fights & 2028 Chess Moves
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the growing backlash over U.S. immigration policy, they explore how Europe is reacting to America’s political shifts, the intensifying battle over free speech, and increasing scrutiny of Trump’s border strategy. They als…