America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

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

On this episode of America at Night, host McGraw Milhaven is joined by Emily Brooks, Congressional Reporter for The Hill, with the latest from Capitol Hill as the House takes up a critical vote on the Affordable Care Act, breaking down what’s at stake and where lawmakers stand. Next, Chris Cillizza, NewsNation network contributor and host of “So What?”, weighs in on President Trump’s recent actions involving Venezuela and Greenland, offering political context and insight into how these moves are playing both domestically and internationally. Then, Andrew Limberg, KDKA Digital Media Coordinator, joins McGraw to discuss the closure of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, examining what it means for local journalism and the broader media landscape. Finally, Bill Clevlin, founder of billontheroad.com, wraps things up with the show’s weekly travel segment, sharing stories, tips, and highlights from his latest journeys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of America at Night, host McGraw Milhaven is joined by Alayna Treene, CNN White House Correspondent, for a rundown of the biggest developments driving the day’s news out of Washington. Next, Blois (Bloyce) Olson, Chief Political Commentator at WCCO, breaks down the latest details surrounding an ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, examining what’s known so far and the broader political and public safety implications. Finally, New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer joins McGraw to discuss his new book, exploring the inspiration behind it and why his storytelling continues to resonate with readers nationwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of America At Night with McGraw, NewsNation White House Correspondent Kellie Meyer joins the show to break down her frontline reporting from Washington and the campaign trail. Meyer discusses pressing the Trump administration on its Venezuela strategy, including direct questions about military threats and the long-term “end game.” She also shares insights from Trump rallies in battleground states, voter concerns over the economy and rising prices, immigration enforcement at the southern border, and Trump’s 2026 agenda outlined in his address to the nation—all while explaining her approach to asking tough, accountability-driven questions. The conversation then turns to the January 6 anniversary with Nick Searcy, actor and producer of the documentary “The War on Truth.” Searcy discusses the film’s central claims, media narratives surrounding January 6, and why he believes the public has not been given the full picture of what happened before and after that day. Finally, author Amanda Vaill brings a historical lens to the program, discussing her book “Pride and Pleasure: The Schuyler Sisters in the Age of Revolution.” Vaill explores the real lives of the Schuyler sisters, their influence during the Revolutionary era, and how Hamilton sparked renewed interest in overlooked women who helped shape American history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of America at Night, with McGraw Milhaven the show opens with Blois (Bloyce) Olson, Chief Political Commentator at WCCO, breaking down what’s really happening with Minneapolis daycares, cutting through headlines to explain the policy failures and political realities impacting families on the ground. Next, the focus shifts overseas as Matthew McGuire, foreign policy and international economy expert and former U.S. Executive Director to the World Bank, analyzes the reported capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro, arguing the episode exposes U.S. weakness rather than strength on the global stage. Finally, Lt. Gen. Richard Y. Newton (Ret.), former Assistant Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force and senior national security contributor, offers a strategic and security-focused assessment of the Maduro capture, weighing its implications for U.S. credibility, regional stability, and America’s posture toward authoritarian regimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices