America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, former U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Kevin O’Malley joined the program to discuss key international developments, offering perspective on diplomacy, global relations, and how current events abroad are impacting U.S. interests.

Next, Denton Cinquegrana, Chief Oil Analyst at OPIS, broke down the recent 60-cent surge in gas prices, explaining the market forces behind the spike, including refining constraints and global supply pressures. He also addressed growing public frustration and protests, particularly in places like New Jersey, as consumers feel the strain at the pump.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Ann Skeet, Senior Director of Leadership Ethics at Santa Clara University’s Markkula Center, discussed the ethical debate surrounding OpenAI’s reported push to allow more explicit content, examining the broader implications for AI governance, user safety, and corporate responsibility.

Later, Zack Beining, America at Night’s Oscar correspondent, took listeners behind the scenes of the Academy Awards, sharing firsthand insight from his work as a seat filler, red carpet escort, and backstage presence — offering a unique look at how Hollywood’s biggest night really operates beyond the cameras.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Congressman Kevin Kiley (I-CA) discussed his decision to leave the Republican Party, a move that further narrows Speaker Mike Johnson’s majority in the House and could reshape the political dynamics on Capitol Hill.

Next, Jared Walczak, Senior Fellow at the Tax Foundation, analyzed Washington State’s new wealth tax on millionaires, explaining how the policy works, the legal and economic debates surrounding it, and what it could mean for taxpayers and businesses.

Later, Bob McNally, President and Founder of the Rapidan Energy Group, examined the current volatility in global oil markets, including geopolitical pressures, supply concerns, and what American consumers might expect in the months ahead.

The show wrapped with Theo Lewis Clark, Hollywood Executive for the Night, who joined McGraw for the weekly movie trivia segment, bringing a fun close to the evening’s discussions.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Dr. Gregory Koger, Director of the Hanley Democracy Center at the University of Miami, examined what he calls the “filibuster hypocrisy” in Washington, discussing how both parties have shifted their stance on the Senate rule depending on who holds power.

Next, Todd Littleton, a Tennessee farmer and agriculture advocate, explained how tensions and conflict involving Iran are affecting American farmers, particularly as spring planting begins and global energy prices, fertilizer costs, and export markets remain uncertain.

Later, James Jacoby, director of FRONTLINE’s “Remaking the Middle East: The U.S., Israel, and Iran,” explored how shifting alliances and decades of policy decisions have reshaped the region’s political landscape and the strategic challenges facing the U.S. today.

The program wrapped up with Bill Clevlin, founder of Bill on the Road, who joined the show for his weekly travel segment, sharing stories and insights from his latest journeys.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Paul Canton, a U.S. military veteran from Ocala, joined the program alongside his attorney Elizabeth Ricci to discuss his fight against deportation, highlighting the legal complexities and emotional toll facing veterans caught in immigration battles.

Next, Don Gerspach, National Director and President of the Missing in America Project, shared how volunteers across the country work to identify, recover, and provide proper military burials for unclaimed veterans, ensuring they receive the honors they earned in service.

The show also featured author Chris Jennings, who discussed his book End of Days: Ruby Ridge, the Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America, examining the events surrounding the Ruby Ridge standoff and its lasting impact on American politics, law enforcement, and public trust.

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