Best Jen Butler Podcasts (2026)

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How America’s Red-Blue Divide Plays Into the ICE Shooting in MN, and Trump’s Global Power Plays Explained 1:15:46

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Mark Halperin opens the episode with his reported monologue examining what the Minnesota shooting reveals about America’s deep Red–Blue divide — and why the national reaction to the tragedy says as much about our political culture as the violence itself. From the language used by leaders to the moral certitude on both sides, Mark breaks down how po…

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The HR Tool That Accidentally Fired Everyone - Mistake of the Week 3:58

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In this week’s Mistake of the Week, a company’s HR team accidentally sent a mass termination email to the entire workforce — including the CEO. The culprit was an offboarding automation tool left in the wrong mode, turning a routine test into a company-wide panic. Mark Graban explores what this moment teaches about automation, human fallibility, an…

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Philip Wall chats before Kilbrittain’s All-Ireland final 41:23

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ON THIS week's podcast, Philip Wall chats to us about Kilbrittain’s All-Ireland final in Croke Park this Saturday (3.15pm), as they face Sligo club Easkey. The West Cork club have been on a great journey, starting in Ahamilla when they faced local rivals Barryroe and it ends in the biggest stage of all. Joe Ryan and his side have had memorable wins…

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Rubio’s Political Resurrection and Power in Trumpworld, and Jessica Reed Kraus Spills Political Tea 1:14:07

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From the "Little Marco" insults of 2016 to the most powerful foreign policy seat in Washington, how did Marco Rubio pull off the ultimate political reversal? In a new episode, Mark’s signature reported monologue looks at the strategic reinvention of Marco Rubio inside Trump World. While many rivals faded into the background, Rubio played a discipli…

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Startup Mistakes That Linger: Jason Sherman on Co-Founders, Smart Money, and MVP Learning 46:34

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In this episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks with Jason Sherman, an entrepreneur, startup advisor, and educator, about the early startup mistakes that quietly shape everything that follows. Episode page with transcript, video, and more Jason shares hard-earned lessons about choosing co-founders, distinguishing “smart money” from money …

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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail: Willpower vs. System Design 5:19

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Why do New Year’s resolutions fail so predictably—and what does that teach us about change at work? In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban explores why treating change as a test of willpower is a reliable setup for frustration, both personally and in organizations. Drawing on behavioral psychology and leadership examples, the episode connects fai…

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Dems in Disarray, Bari Takes Over CBS, Trump's Success Explained, & A Look Ahead at 2028: Mark's Most Memorable Reported Monologues of 2025 1:06:38

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A year in review through Mark Halperin’s most memorable reported monologues of 2025. From Democratic turmoil and seismic media shifts to explaining Trump’s political success and sizing up the road to 2028, Mark breaks down the forces shaping power, politics, and influence. Delta Rescue: Visit https://DeltaRescue.org to learn more Home Title Lock: G…

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Top 20 West Cork sporting moments of 2025 47:08

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ON THIS week's podcast, we are looking back at a fantastic year in West Cork sport, as we look at 20 moments that stood out over the course of the year. 2025 was one to remember for West Cork sporting fanatics between GAA success for Skibbereen Community School, Kilbrittain and Ballinascarthy, the usual brilliant performances from Jack Crowley, Nic…

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Nick Saban’s “Dumbest” Call—and Why His Players Loved It 3:53

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Nick Saban calls it “the dumbest decision I ever made” — a fourth-and-one call from the 2001 SEC Championship Game that still sticks with him. In this episode, Mark Graban breaks down why even the greatest coaches make mistakes, what Saban learned from the moment, and how leaders can turn high-pressure missteps into opportunities for trust and grow…

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Brit Hume, Joe Scarborough, Megyn Kelly, Newt Gingrich: Memorable Guests of 2025 1:19:01

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A look back at some of the most memorable guest conversations of 2025 on "Next Up with Mark Halperin." Featuring Brit Hume, Joe Scarborough, Megyn Kelly, and Newt Gingrich on the stories, power dynamics, and political turning points that defined the year. https://hometitlelock.com/mark and use promo code MARK to get a FREE title history report and …

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Barryroe’s Emma Deasy and Meabhdh Sexton talk about their camogie success 29:20

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ON THIS week's podcast, we caught up with Barryroe camogie players Emma Deasy and Meabhdh Sexton after they won the county and Munster double this year. After beating West Cork rivals Kilbree in the junior B county final, they overcame Newcastle West, Moyle Rovers and Kilmaley to win the provincial championship. Deasy was the joint-captain with Kat…

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MY NEW NORM Podcast- S6 E1 / TIM BARKER HIGH RISK LEADERSHIP 43:39

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Send a text or comment! BEARANOOGA PRODUCTIONS p r e s e n t s : MY NEW NORM Podcast- S6 E1 Guest: Tim Barker Episode: High Risk Leadership Host: Barry Scott Young SHOW NOTES: Key Quote “High-risk leadership isn’t about control—it’s about responsibility, clarity, and showing up steady when everything around you is unstable.” -Tim Barker In the Seas…

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Top Political Soundbites of 2025, Trump's Israel and Tucker Friendships, and Life After a Pardon 1:16:02

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Mark Halperin opens the episode with his 2025 top political soundbites, revisiting the moments from politics and media that best captured the power shifts, internal party tensions, and national mood of the past year. From JD Vance’s viral confrontations, to Gavin Newsom’s rise, to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s dominance of the attention economy, to Te…

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How a Mistake Turned Jingle Bells into a Christmas Song 4:19

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Jingle Bells is one of the most recognizable Christmas songs ever written… except it wasn’t written for Christmas at all. In this week’s Mistake of the Week, we unpack one of America’s most enduring cultural misconceptions: the belief that Jingle Bells has anything to do with Christmas. Originally titled One Horse Open Sleigh, the song debuted at a…

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Kilmacabea captain Ian Jennings and Munster council delegate Joe Blake 40:43

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ON THIS week's podcast, Kieran caught up with both county winning Kilmacabea captain Ian Jennings and Munster council delegate Joe Blake. Jennings is after a season where he led Kilmacs to the McCarthy Insurance Group Cork Junior A Football Championship after they beat Donoughmore recently. It means that the Leap and Glandore club will taste county…

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Best and Worst of 2025 Media, Rise of Antisemitism, and the Issues That Will Decide 2026 Midterms 1:26:56

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Mark Halperin opens a new episode with his reported monologue featuring a “Next Up 2025 Media Review,” breaking down how the press changed over the past year and why those shifts matter for politics, public trust, and power. He examines the biggest winners and losers in media, identifies the most dangerous and hopeful trends shaping coverage headin…

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From Medicare Fraud to Military Leadership: Learning Accountability After a Career-Defining Mistake (Dr. Josh McConkey) 42:16

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In Episode #332 of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks with Dr. Josh McConkey — emergency physician, Air Force Reserve Commander, combat-deployed medevac leader, and Pulitzer Prize–nominated author. Known as the “MacGyver Doc,” Josh has spent his career solving problems in high-pressure environments where you rarely get a second chance. Episode …

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Inside "8 for '28” Dem Nominee Power Rankings, and Transforming Arkansas, with Gov. Huckabee Sanders 1:14:10

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Mark Halperin kicks off today’s episode with the debut of his landmark new segment, “8 for ’28,” unveiling his deeply reported insider power rankings of the Democrats most likely to win their party’s 2028 presidential nomination. He walks through all of the top contenders — why Gavin Newsom sits at #1, what sets Josh Shapiro apart, and how Pete But…

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How a Lab Error Led to an Unnecessary Surgery 4:21

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A 32-year-old woman in Switzerland underwent an unnecessary surgery after her lab sample was mixed up at Basel University Hospital. Doctors believed she had cervical cancer. She didn’t — but the procedure went ahead anyway, potentially affecting her ability to carry a pregnancy in the future. In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban unpacks how suc…

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Interview with Cork football manager John Cleary 48:15

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ON THIS week's podcast, Kieran caught up with Cork senior football manager John Cleary as the Rebels gear up for the 2026 National Football League. Cork face into another campaign in Division 2, but before that there is the return of the McGrath Cup in early January. Cleary is going into his fourth year as permanent Cork boss after he committed to …

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Political Fallout From Paramount-Netflix War Over Warner, Trump’s Ukraine Talks & Putin’s Endgame 1:10:58

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Mark Halperin kicks off today’s episode with his signature reported monologue on the escalating Netflix–Paramount battle for Warner Bros. — and why it has politicians simultaneously looking for advantage and feeling increasingly uneasy. He explains why this goes well beyond a Hollywood corporate fight, with major implications for Donald Trump and f…

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Irish athletics legend David Gillick chats about his new book 28:50

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ON THIS week's podcast, Kieran caught up with Irish athletics legend and RTÉ reporter David Gillick to chat about his new book The Race: The Inside Track on the Ruthless World of Elite Athletics. Gillick is well known to Irish sports fans and indeed West Cork sporting fanatics for his interviews he has done over the years with local athletes such a…

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Recovering from Workplace Bullying—and What Leaders Often Miss (Andy Regal) 57:28

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My guest for Episode #331 of My Favorite Mistake is Andy Regal, a longtime media executive whose career has included leadership roles at The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, Consumer Reports, Court TV, and CBS College Sports. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, “Surviving Bully Culture: A Career Spent Navigating Workplace Bullying and a Guide…

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S2: 1 The Pits, Part 1. Showdown at Stan Sayres Park. 10:25

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It's starting to get western around here. The Pits, Part 1, Music: Gone Goofy, Sixteen Wheelers (Epidemic Sound) Music: Shootout, Roy Edwin Williams (Epidemic Sound)By Jen Butler

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Ted Cruz Eyes 2028 Challenge to JD Vance, First Look at Mark Halperin’s “8 for 2028” Dem Rankings 1:10:16

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Mark kicks off today’s episode with his signature reported monologue, unveiling new details about the emerging 2028 Democratic field — why some early frontrunners may not be as secure as they look, how donor behavior and coalition math are already reshaping expectations, and why Gavin Newsom and Josh Shapiro currently dominate the invisible primary…

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How a Landing Gear Error Was Caught Before Disaster 4:36

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In this Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban breaks down an incident involving an American Airlines A319 on final approach to Phoenix — captured on video with its landing gear still up. A cockpit alert sounded, the crew realized what was missing, and the pilots executed a safe go-around. Their explanation to air traffic control? A perfectly understated…

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Kilbrittain’s Bertie Butler on their Munster JHC win 42:21

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ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Kilbrittain forward Bertie Butler after the club won the Munster Junior Hurling Championship title over Kilrossanty (2-17 to 0-9). They became the first West Cork club to win a hurling provincial championship of any kind since 2005. Butler himself scored 1-3 in the final while Mark Hickey got 1-9. This has been a …

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Katie Miller Fires Back at Media Attackers, Boat Strike Constitutional Crisis, Trump's Comeback Plan 1:24:35

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Mark Halperin opens the show with his reported monologue on why some Democrats are suddenly, uncharacteristically serene in declaring Donald Trump politically finished — and why GOP insiders insist they’re getting the moment wrong again. Drawing on fresh conversations with Republican strategists, Mark breaks down the four-phase comeback plan they b…

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All The Way to the River with Elizabeth Gilbert 1:29:20

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In this candid and deeply human conversation, SHE RECOVERS® co-founder Dr. Dawn Nickel sits down with Elizabeth Gilbert to explore the intertwined threads of love and sex addiction, codependency, drug dependence, and recovery - core themes of Liz’s newest book, All the Way to the River. Liz shares openly about her own compulsive relationship patter…

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Why Curiosity Drives Better Leadership (Debra Clary) 40:47

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My guest for Episode #330 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Debra Clary, a leadership strategist, researcher, and executive coach with more than four decades of experience at organizations including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s, and Humana. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She’s also a TEDx speaker, former off-Broadway perfo…

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Kilmacabea manager Donie O’Donovan on their upcoming county final 36:50

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ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Kilmacabea manager Donie O’Donovan before their county Junior A Football Championship final against Donoughmore. The Leap club’s second county final appearance at junior A level will get underway at 3.30pm in Pairc Ui Chaoimh. This has been a great campaign for Kilmacs so far, having secured their second Carbery t…

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From Toxic Culture to Empathic Leadership: Lessons in Empathy and Accountability (Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller) 41:58

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My guest for Episode #329 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, a TEDx speaker, empathy and leadership expert, and author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity, and Innovation. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Melissa shares the story of her “fa…

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Pundits Prematurely Say Trump is Done, Plus 2028 Dem Forecast with Hillary’s Former Campaign Manager 1:16:29

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Mark Halperin opens today’s episode with his reported monologue unpacking the latest claims that Trump’s presidency is effectively over—from MS NOW pundits declaring he’s losing ground to Kara Swisher saying he won’t see the end of his term. He then identifies the real test for the president: how his handling of the economy, intra-party divisions, …

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Why Unlearning Old Habits Is Harder Than Learning New Ones 4:06

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In this edition of Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells a story that didn’t appear in any safety report or headline — it happened on a pickleball court. Early in learning the sport, Mark found his old tennis instincts taking over, leading to a very incorrect serve and a moment of embarrassment. What followed was a small but meaningful lesson in f…

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Libby Coppinger and Saoirse McCarthy win All-Star awards 30:57

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ON THIS week's podcast, we look back at Libby Coppinger and Saoirse McCarthy receiving 2025 camogie All-Stars. St Colum’s player Coppinger won her third in four seasons while Courcey Rovers’ McCarthy won her fourth in-a-row. Other Cork winners included Ashling Thompson, Amy O’Connor and Laura Hayes. McCarthy missed out on the Player of the Year awa…

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The Real Epstein Elite Narrative That Matters, Trump's Files Power Play, Plus Dems' 2028 Forecast 1:24:16

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As breaking news hits the House on its vote to force release of the Epstein files, Mark Halperin opens today’s show with his reported monologue on what comes next in the continuing scandal. He reveals the real story behind the years-long cover-up — the network of elites who closed ranks to protect their own — and explains why public disclosure won’…

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The J.D. Vance "Phony" Debate Shaking Up 2028, and Who Lost the Shutdown, with GOP Whip Tom Emmer 1:15:26

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On this news-packed episode, Mark Halperin kicks off the show with his new reported monologue breaking down the economic decline and collapsing institutional trust fueling America’s unrest — and how the rise of AI is reshaping politics, society, and individual agency. This one is going to be a cliffhanger. Then, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer joins …

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How 531 Living Patients Were Mistakenly Declared Dead 6:30

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In this week’s Mistake of the Week, Mark Graban tells the story of a Maine hospital system that accidentally mailed condolence letters to 531 very-much-alive patients. The cause? A computer glitch — and a few missing fail-safes. Mark explores what this bizarre mix-up reveals about system design, automation, and trust in healthcare. Beyond the absur…

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Carbery GAA PRO Tim Buckley on upcoming Centenary Gala Ball 16:43

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ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by Carbery GAA PRO Tim Buckley as he chats about the upcoming Centenary Gala Ball on Saturday, November 29th in Bantry. This black tie event will be held at The Westlodge Hotel with the drinks reception starting at 6pm. Guests include music by The Irish Weavers, guest of honour GAA president Jarlath Burns and M…

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Megyn Kelly on Dems’ Shutdown Deal Meltdown and Schumer’s Fall, Plus Inside the Rise of Nick Fuentes 1:01:59

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On this very newsy edition of Next Up, Megyn Kelly joins the show to break down the fallout from the government shutdown — the deal that enraged Democrats, why Chuck Schumer could be pushed out by his own party, and why the GOP’s 2028 bench may be stronger than the Democrats’. Plus, Mark delivers not one, but two new reports on today’s show. First,…

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The Real Story About the Nationwide Political Power Shift, and Inside the Dem 2025 Winning Playbook 1:24:53

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Mark Halperin kicks off Thursday’s episode with his reported monologue with new buzzy information on the fallout from the 2025 elections — and how the results are already reshaping both parties’ strategies for the midterms and 2028. He reveals how Democrats won back key Trump voters and how figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Gavin Newsom, Wes M…

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Clara Crowley and Siofra Patwell on Ballinascarthy camogie rise 47:13

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ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by Ballinascarthy camogie players Clara Crowley and Siofra Patwell after the club won their second county title-in-a-row. After winning the Premier Junior Camogie Championship title in 2024, they followed it up with an Intermediate Camogie Championship victory in 2025 after beating Sliabh Rua in the final. Bal …

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2026 Starts NOW: California Governor Candidate Debate Between Steve Hilton and Stephen Cloobeck 1:32:07

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On this Election Day edition of Next Up, Mark Halperin opens the 2026 election season by unveiling an innovative campaign debate format tailor-made for the new realities of today’s political discourse and new media — an actual conversation between two candidates seeking to replace Gavin Newsom as California’s next Governor: Democrat Stephen Cloobec…

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New Details on Biden Decline Cover Up, Final Mamdani NYC Election Forecast, Plus: Ro Khanna 2028? 1:14:50

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Mark opens today’s episode with a new reported monologue on one of the most consequential stories of this century: how senior Biden officials attempted to cover up the president’s cognitive decline—and how the Dominant Media was complicit in that effort. Drawing on newly released testimony from top administration officials, he examines how threats,…

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Ilen Rovers v Ballinora preview 28:01

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ON THIS week's podcast, we look ahead to Ilen Rovers’ county Intermediate A Football Championship final against Ballinora this Sunday (1.30pm). Flor O’Driscoll’s side go into this decider unbeaten in the championship and will hope that form can take them to glory. Ilen have beaten Boherbue, St Vincent’s, Mitchelstown and Adrigole en route to the de…

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What's Fueling Graham Platner's Success, and Sen. Hagerty on the Shutdown and Trump's Global Strategy 1:19:17

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Mark kicks off today’s episode with a reported monologue on the high art and grand drama of political survival perfected by the masters — Bill Clinton and Donald Trump. He breaks down how figures like Graham Platner continue winning endorsements and voter enthusiasm even when controversy hits, revealing the strategies that help politicians withstan…

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Looking Back: Katie Anderson & Isao Yoshino on Learning, Leadership, and Mistakes 39:35

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We’re going back to Episode 30 from January 2021, featuring Katie Anderson — author of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn — and Isao Yoshino, the longtime Toyota leader whose career and lessons inspired her book. Episode page with video, transcript, and more It was such a privilege to talk with them then, and even more meaningful now, because I rec…

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Trump Demolishes East Wing and His Critics’ Emotional Stability, Shutdown Latest, and Dems 2028 Strategy 1:10:51

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Mark kicks off today’s episode with his new reported monologue on Washington’s latest drama: the controversy over Donald Trump’s White House ballroom. He unpacks how a simple construction project became the Left’s newest moral anguish—and what the frenzy reveals about the lingering Trump Derangement Syndrome that still defines so much of the left a…

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Kilbrittain captain Philip Wall on their county triumph 39:30

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ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Kilbrittain captain Philip Wall as the club sealed a memorable county Premier Junior Hurling Championship win. The Black and Amber beat Glen Rovers 0-22 to 2-15 in what was a great performance from the West Cork club. The club won their first county hurling title in 15 years after a brilliant second-half display i…

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Trump Dominates the Narrative, Plus CBS vs. Bari Weiss, and Struggling Dems, with Meghan McCain and Ben Ferguson 1:09:31

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Mark opens today’s episode with a reported monologue on why President Trump’s presidency continues to dominate headlines and shape America’s political mood. He breaks down the forces — in media, politics, and public opinion — that keep Trump at the center of every national conversation. Then Meghan McCain and Ben Ferguson join for a wide-ranging co…