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Normally
Normally is the podcast for normal people, by normal people. We’re going to limit the hysteria, tone down the crazy, and talk about what really matters. Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz have been in the political commentary world a long time. Both are known for being funny, and a bit irreverent, but also serious and thoughtful about the issues that are important to the country. Catch Normally every Tuesday & Thursday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your…
Episodes
NormallyNormally Podcast: Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Chaos, Gilgo Beach Killer Twist & California’s $125B Rail Disaster
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a whirlwind of headlines—from Middle East tensions to true crime shocks…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Rescue Mission Miracle, Iran Tensions & Student Loan Escape Scandal
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a stunning U.S. military rescue mission that brought home a downed American…
NormallyNormally Podcast: SCOTUS Showdown, Birthright Citizenship Battle & Media Madness
In this episode of Normally, Karol Markowicz is joined by guest host Bridget Phetasy for a wide-ranging and sharp discussion on the biggest stories shaping the…
NormallyNormally Podcast: DHS Shutdown Chaos, Airport Meltdowns & “No Kings” Protest Fallout
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham & Karol Markowicz break down the growing fallout from the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Airport Chaos, TSA Shutdown & Failing Schools: When Politics Hurts Real Life
When politics turns into policy, everyday Americans feel the consequences. On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Iran Escalation, Cuba’s Socialist Illusions & The Collapse of Polyamory Culture
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including disputed negotiations…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Iran Escalation, Joe Kent Resigns, SAVE Act Showdown & Crime Hits 125-Year Low
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a rapidly escalating global and political landscape—from rising tensions…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Tucker Carlson, Trump’s MAGA Divide, NYC Homeless Spending & Oscars Fallout
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the growing controversy around Tucker Carlson, his claims of being investigated…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Government Fraud Scandals, CNN’s Terror Coverage Controversy & The Screen Time Crisis in School
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down several major stories shaping politics, media, and culture right now. They dive…
NormallyNormally Podcast: NYC Bomb Plot, Media Spin, Trump’s Iran Strategy & Political Hypocrisy
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a week of headlines where the news—and the media response to it—got…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Iran Strikes, Hegseth & Rubio’s Case, Texas Primary Shockers, and a Major Supreme Court Win for Parents
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest in the U.S.–Iran conflict and the administration’s…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Operation Epic Fury: U.S.-Israel Strikes Iran, Retaliation Fears & The Left’s Weird Week
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest—and weirdest—headlines as the U.S. and Israel escalate…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Trump’s State of the Union: Hockey Controversy, Democrat Optics & the Teachers Union Literacy Wake-Up Call
On this episode of Normally—the show with normal-ish takes for when the news gets weird—Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down President…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Olympic Gold Pride, Newsom’s “I Can’t Read” Act, and NYC Subway Chaos
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz react to a disturbing security incident at Mar-a-Lago and the broader pattern of escalating…
NormallyNormally Podcast: NYC Budget Crisis, Colbert “Censorship” Drama & CNN Ratings Collapse
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest political and media chaos—from New York City’s growing…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Rubio Wins Munich, AOC/Whitmer Fumble Taiwan & Ukraine, Epstein Files Chaos + “Poop River”
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz open with a heartfelt remembrance of online friend John Echtel, then reflect on the strange…
NormallyNormally Podcast: DHS Shutdown Fight, Strong Jobs Report, Crime Drop & Nancy Guthrie Mystery
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest political and cultural stories shaping the week—without the…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Super Bowl Culture Wars, ICE Surveillance Whiplash & Why Trust in Media Is Collapsing
On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down how the Super Bowl became yet another front in the culture wars—from the…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Landmark Malpractice Ruling Shakes Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down a landmark legal case in which a young woman successfully sued her psychologist and surgeon…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Don Lemon Arrest Fallout, School Closures, and the True Cost of Convenience
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz kick things off with "some banter" on weekend plans—from ice skating ambitions to a…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Urban Failures, Rubio’s Testimony & the Redistricting Battles Shaping 2028
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political stories revealing deeper cracks in America’s institutions. From weather-related…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Parenting, Protests & Police Accountability in the Aftermath of the Minneapolis Border Patrol Shooting
In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol bring personal insight and sharp analysis to a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, cultural values, and civic…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Davos, Crime, and Culture Wars
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest stories shaping politics, culture, and public trust—from global elites to…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Anti-ICE Church Protest Sparks First Amendment Outrage, Media Spin & Virginia Politics
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz react to a shocking anti-ICE protest that disrupted a church service in St. Paul, igniting…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Iran Uprising, Transgender Sports, Anti-Semitism & Trump’s Legacy
In this episode of Normally, hosts Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz tackle some of the most explosive political and cultural issues shaping America and…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Renee Good Shooting, Iran’s Silenced Protests & Why Parenting Needs Boundaries
In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol unpack the fatal shooting of activist Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, exploring the conflicting…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Socialism in NYC, California Fires, and Newsom’s Political Playbook
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the political shockwaves following Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City mayor…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Maduro Captured, Trump’s Bold Foreign Policy & Government Fraud in Minnesota
In this episode, Mary Katharine and Karol kick off the New Year with personal reflections and resolutions before diving into one of the most consequential…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | How to Marry, Meal Prep, and Make It Through College
In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Mary Katharine and Karol Markowicz cover a number of topics, including their cooking habits and family meals, the importance…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | College Decisions, Conspiracy Theories, Politics, Immigration & Career Advice
In this Ask Us Anything episode, Mary Katharine and Karol dive into listener questions on everything from choosing the right college and navigating conspiracy…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | Holiday Cheer, Parenting Hacks, & Elon Musk
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz play "Ask Us Anything." They explore the importance of maintaining a positive temperament while…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Ask Us Anything | Career, Family, and Community
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham & Karol Markowicz tackle one of the biggest challenges facing modern families: balancing career ambition with raising…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Susie Wiles, JD Vance, and Media Meltdowns
In this episode of Normally, hosts Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz explore the growing divide between online outrage and real-world community. They…
NormallyNormally Podcast: U.S. Troops Attacked in Syria, Hanukkah Shooting in Australia & America’s Reading Crisis
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine a series of sobering global and domestic events shaping today’s headlines. They discuss…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Media Bias, Miami Elections & Erika Kirk’s Strength
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz take a sharp, timely look at some of the most important stories shaping today’s political and…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Immigration Wars, Free Speech Fights & 2028 Chess Moves
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the growing backlash over U.S. immigration policy, they explore how Europe is…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Hegseth Headlines, Tennessee Trends & Kids’ Vaccine Concerns
In this episode, Mary Kathrine Ham and Karol Markowicz dive into a wide-ranging set of topics shaping headlines and family life. They unpack the latest…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Christmas Controversies, National Guard Tragedy, Afghan Immigration & the Lane Kiffin Drama
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest stories of the week—from Christmas season debates to the growing…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Friends, Phones & Far-Fetched Theories
In this 'Ask Us Anything' episode of Normally, Mary Katharine and Karol share insights on their long-standing friendship, political conspiracy theories…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Trump-Mamdani's Oval Office Meeting & Holiday Insights
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz share their Thanksgiving prep and weekend stories while breaking down the news from Donald…
NormallyNormally Podcast: RFK Jr. Scandal, Urban Family Decline & America’s Education Crisis
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz dive into a wide-ranging conversation that mixes sharp cultural insight with personal…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Epstein Fallout, Hunter Biden’s Media Push & The New Debate Over Modern Motherhood
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest headlines shaping politics and culture. They examine the renewed scrutiny over…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Trump, Education, and the Decline of Community
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz dive into some of America’s most pressing cultural and political issues—from Trump’s…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Media Censorship, Government Chaos, and Trump’s Economic Gamble
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz unpack the lates from the federal government shutdown to Trump’s proposed 50-year…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Post-Election Reality Check: GOP Setbacks, Democratic Gains, and Nicki Minaj’s Surprising Stand
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest election results and what they reveal about the shifting political landscape…
NormallyNormally Podcast: GOP Challenges, Election Day Insights, and Media Controversies
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz dive into the shifting dynamics of the Republican Party ahead of Election Day. They unpack how former…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Tucker Carlson Controversy, Bill Gates’ Climate U-Turn & Election 2025
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz tackle the nonstop news cycle shaping America in 2025. From Tucker Carlson’s latest controversial…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Election Shifts, Liberal Blindspots & Newsom’s 2028 Play
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz dig into New York’s political shake-up with Zorhan Mamdani’s rise and AOC’s latest rally rhetoric…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Cuomo’s Comeback Struggles, NYC Mayoral Drama, and Trump’s 2025 Game Plan
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest political buzz — from a Senate candidate’s viral tattoo controversy…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Politics, Protests, and Parenting: What’s Driving Voters in Virginia and Beyond
Mary Katherine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the cultural and political crosscurrents shaping this election season. From local movements in Virginia and…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Young Conservatives, Fading Obama Influence, and the End of a Trend
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz unpack the latest in political and cultural shifts — from the questionable antics of young Republicans in group…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Hostages Return, Trump’s Peace Legacy, and Europe’s Decline
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz discuss the return of hostages to Israel, Donald Trump and Jared Kushner’s ongoing influence on…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Katie Porter, Violence in Politics, and a Key Supreme Court Free Speech Case
In this episode of Normally, hosts Mary Katharine Hamm and Karol Markowicz tackle a wide range of headline-making issues. They dive into California’s…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Jay Jones’ Text Controversy, Bari Weiss at CBS, and Gen Z’s Divorce Boom
In this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz mark their one-year anniversary with a lively dive into the week’s most talked-about…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Government Shutdown Fallout, Obamacare’s Failures, Trump’s Middle East Plan & a UK Culture Clash
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the latest government shutdown and why many Americans seem unfazed by it. They examine the shortcomings of…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Portland, Crime, and Classrooms: What Failing Cities Teach Us About Accountability
In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz examine the nation’s troubling literacy rates, spotlighting how red states like Mississippi are…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Biden, Censorship, and Democratic Party Turmoil
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down some of the week’s most talked-about issues—from the Biden administration’s role in social…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Faith, Politics, and Legacy: Remembering Charlie Kirk
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz unpack Charlie Kirk's memorial service, exploring how his life and legacy continue to shape conservative politics. They…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Charlie Kirk’s Murder, Media Spin, and Talking to Kids About Political Violence
Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz unpack the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s murder, analyzing how the media has framed the tragedy and what it means…
NormallyNormally Podcast: Conservatism in Crisis: Charlie Kirk’s Murder, Faith, and the Future of the Movement
Mary Katharine and Karol confront the devastating news of Charlie Kirk’s murder, sharing how grief and loss are reverberating through the conservative…