Episodi

  • 444 Days in Iran and the Battle for Greenland

    444 Days in Iran and the Battle for Greenland
    Jan 20 2026
    On this episode of America at Night, McGraw is joined by Rocky Sickmann, one of the 52 Americans held hostage in Iran for 444 days during the 1979–80 Iran hostage crisis. Sickmann reflects on that defining moment in American history, the lessons it still holds today, and his current mission as a spokesman for Folds of Honor, supporting military families across the country. Later, Kenneth Rosen, author of “Polar War: Submarines, Spies and the Struggle for Power in a Melting Arctic,” breaks down why the Arctic has become a global flashpoint. Rosen explains the strategic importance of Greenland, rising tensions with Russia and China, and why President Trump’s interest in Greenland is about far more than geography—it’s about power, security, and the future of global influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 57 min
  • Politics, Power, and Profits: Robert Draper, Eli Lake, and Elizabeth Burch explain

    Politics, Power, and Profits: Robert Draper, Eli Lake, and Elizabeth Burch explain
    Jan 21 2026
    On this episode of America at Night, McGraw is joined by Robert Draper, who weighs in on his New York Times article involving Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and the broader media narrative shaping today’s political discourse. Next, Eli Lake, writer for The Free Press, breaks down escalating tensions involving Greenland and Iran, explaining why both regions matter to U.S. national security and how global power dynamics are shifting. Later in the show, Elizabeth Burch, author of “The Pain Brokers: How Con Men, Call Centers, and Rogue Doctors Fuel America's Lawsuit Factory,” exposes the shadowy world behind mass litigation, detailing how abuse of the legal system is driving costs, distorting justice, and profiting off everyday Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 ore
  • Big Interviews, Big Tech, and Bigger Stories

    Big Interviews, Big Tech, and Bigger Stories
    Jan 17 2026
    On this episode of America At Night with McGraw, Michael Mackie—celebrity interviewer, former TBS travel show host of Get Lost!, and author of You Have 4 Minutes: My Life as an Unlikely Celebrity Interviewer—joins the show to share behind-the-scenes stories from his career and the unforgettable interviews that shaped his journey. Next, Katie Pavlich, NewsNation host, joins McGraw to discuss her new primetime program “Katie Pavlich Tonight,” what viewers can expect from the show, and how it aims to cut through the noise with sharp analysis and straight talk. Then, Caitlin McGarry, Senior Tech Editor at Wirecutter, breaks down the biggest takeaways from CES 2026, highlighting emerging technologies, consumer trends, and innovations poised to reshape everyday life. Finally, Theo Lewis Clark returns as Hollywood Executive for a Day, bringing his weekly movie trivia segment to test McGraw—and the audience—on film knowledge and Hollywood history. All that and more on America At Night with Mcgraw Milhaven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 58 min
  • Mystery Illnesses, World Tensions, and Revolutionary Ideas

    Mystery Illnesses, World Tensions, and Revolutionary Ideas
    Jan 16 2026
    On this episode of America At Night with McGraw, Herb Scribner, breaking news reporter for Axios, joins the show to break down the latest developments surrounding Havana Syndrome, including what investigators know—and still don’t—about the mysterious illness affecting U.S. personnel. Next, Kellie Meyer, NewsNation White House correspondent, reports on major global headlines, including President Trump being gifted a Nobel Prize, escalating sanctions on Iran, and renewed attention on Greenland as a strategic focal point. Then, Jonathan Horn, author and former White House presidential speechwriter, discusses his latest Free Press column, the 250th anniversary of Thomas Paine, and how Paine’s revolutionary ideas resonate amid today’s tensions involving Venezuela and global democracy. Finally, Bill Clevlin, founder of billontheroad.com, joins McGraw live from Palm Springs for his weekly travel segment, sharing insights, stories, and highlights from his latest journey. All that and more on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 58 min
  • MLK Beyond the South, Credit Caps, and Classic Wines

    MLK Beyond the South, Credit Caps, and Classic Wines
    Jan 15 2026
    On this episode, McGraw is joined by Jeanne Theoharis, Distinguished Professor of Political Science at Brooklyn College and author of “King of the North: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Life of Struggle Outside the South.” She discusses Dr. King’s lesser-known battles beyond the South and how his activism reshaped civil rights efforts in America’s northern cities. Next, Vance Ginn, president of Ginn Economic Consulting and former chief economist at President Trump’s Office of Management and Budget, weighs in on proposals to cap credit card interest rates and what such policies could mean for consumers, lenders, and the broader economy. Later, David Reuss, Master Sommelier and National Education Director for Jackson Family Wines, joins the show to share insights on wine education, craftsmanship, and how Americans can better understand what’s in their glass. All that and more on McGraw at Night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 55 min
  • Sanctions and Steel: Venezuela and America’s Rail Revival

    Sanctions and Steel: Venezuela and America’s Rail Revival
    Jan 14 2026
    On this episode of McGraw at Night, McGraw is joined by, Professor Daniel “Dan” Hellinger, Professor Emeritus of International Relations at Webster University, breaks down the latest developments in Venezuela, analyzing the Maduro regime, U.S. sanctions, and what renewed economic pressure means for regional stability and American influence in Latin America. Then, Mike Toth, Director of Research at the Civitas Institute at the University of Texas at Austin, makes the case for a modern American transcontinental railroad. He explains how revitalizing rail infrastructure could strengthen national security, boost economic growth, and reshape local communities across the country. Together, the conversations connect global strategy abroad with long-term investment at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 59 min
  • Economic Pressure, Iran Protests, and ICE Tensions

    Economic Pressure, Iran Protests, and ICE Tensions
    Jan 13 2026
    On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, McGraw is joined, by Paul Auslander, President of SeaBridge Private Wealth, breaks down the latest financial news, examining Federal Reserve policy, market volatility, tax cuts and credits, and what today’s economy means for American workers and the job force. Next, retired Air Force Lieutenant General Richard Y. Newton joins the program to analyze the growing unrest in Iran, what the protests signal for regional stability, and how U.S. interests factor into the escalating situation. Finally, former U.S. Attorney Ed Dowd Jr. weighs in on the Minnesota shooting involving an ICE agent, the protests that followed, and the Trump administration’s decision to deploy additional ICE agents to the state—raising broader questions about enforcement, public safety, and political fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 58 min
  • Confessions of a Spy , a Comedian’s Turn, and Movie Night

    Confessions of a Spy , a Comedian’s Turn, and Movie Night
    Jan 10 2026
    On this episode of America At Night with McGraw, McGraw is joined by Pete Earley, acclaimed author of Confessions of a Spy, to reflect on the life, crimes, and legacy of notorious double agent Aldrich Ames, whose espionage shook U.S. intelligence during the Cold War. Next, McGraw welcomes Jamie Mack, former Washington Times investigative reporter turned comedian, for a candid conversation about journalism, personal reinvention, and finding humor through life’s biggest transformations. Then, the mood lightens as Theo Lewis Clark, Hollywood Executive for a Day, returns for the weekly Movie Trivia segment—bringing fun, film knowledge, and friendly competition to cap off the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 57 min