America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Andrew Scott Cooper, Assistant Professor of International Relations and author of The Fall of Heaven: The Pahlavis and the Final Days of Imperial Iran, discussed the collapse of Iran’s monarchy and how the fall of the Shah reshaped the Middle East and continues to influence today’s geopolitical tensions.

Next, Josh Gill, Incident Commander for the United Cajun Navy, provided updates and insight into efforts connected to the Nancy Guthrie case, describing how volunteer response groups coordinate search and recovery operations during major emergencies.

The show wrapped with Theo Lewis Clark, “Hollywood Executive for a Day,” who joined McGraw for the weekly movie trivia segment, bringing entertainment and listener participation to close out the program.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Daniella Horne, Digital Organizer for the Secure Families Initiative, discussed what she called the “unseen toll” of escalating tensions with Iran, explaining how the sudden launch of Operation Epic Fury has affected military families who believed diplomacy would remain the priority.

The show also featured Lt. Logan Ledkins, one of the special operations scene commanders during the Longview Fire Department balloon rescue, who described the strategy and coordination that helped safely rescue ballooners during the dramatic incident.

Finally, Bill Clevlin, founder of billontheroad.com, joined McGraw for the weekly travel segment, sharing stories and insights from his latest travels.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Bryan Stern, Founder and CEO of Grey Bull Rescue, discussed the organization’s efforts to rescue and evacuate Americans trapped in dangerous regions of the Middle East, explaining the logistics and risks involved in private rescue operations during geopolitical crises.

Next, Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation, joined the program to discuss ongoing debates surrounding religious freedom and expression within the U.S. military.

The conversation then shifted to energy markets with Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, who analyzed how rising tensions with Iran could impact retail fuel prices, refinery operations, and broader downstream oil markets affecting American drivers.

Finally, historian and Free Press writer Jonathan Horn, who previously served as a speechwriter for President George W. Bush, reflected on the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Boston, placing the Revolutionary War moment into historical context and discussing its lasting significance in the fight for American independence.

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Mark F. Cancian (Col., USMCR Ret.), Senior Adviser with CSIS, addressed concerns that the U.S. and its allies may be running low on key munitions, explaining how sustained global conflicts strain supply chains, defense production, and military readiness.

Then, Kevin Book, Managing Director at ClearView Energy Partners and Senior Adviser at CSIS, analyzed how escalating tensions with Iran could affect global energy markets — and ultimately American consumers — through oil prices, supply disruptions, and broader economic consequences.

The program also featured Gayle Feldman, author of Nothing Random, who explored the fascinating origins of Random House, sharing how the iconic publishing company began and the personalities that shaped its early success.

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Duncan Cass-Beggs, Executive Director of the Global AI Risks Initiative at the Center for International Governance Innovation, examined the growing role of artificial intelligence in military strategy, addressing the risks of autonomous weapons, escalation concerns, and how global powers are navigating AI governance in defense systems.

Next, Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, NewsNation Senior National Security Contributor, provided analysis on Iran, discussing regional tensions, U.S. strategic posture, and what current developments could mean for stability in the Middle East.

The show also featured Keith O’Brien, who discussed his book on Larry Bird, exploring the NBA legend’s impact on basketball, his rivalry-driven rise to superstardom, and the cultural influence Bird had on the game and the league.

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