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Next Up with Mark Halperin

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Next Up with Mark Halperin delivers unique political insight and reporting, with timely conversations featuring prominent voices in politics, media, and policy.

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#135
Tuesday · 1 hr 6 min
Why the 2028 White House Race Just Completely Changed
Mark Halperin’s recorded monologue unveils his new September "8 for '28" Democratic presidential leaderboard, with insight from sources at the highest level of American politics, breaking down the latest information on the most likely Democrats to lead the party’s quest to return to the Oval Office. Then, Professor Richard Werner, who coined the term “quantitative easing,” joins Mark to discuss the markets, Kevin Hassett’s economic outlook, federal spending, the budget deficit, rising interest
Saturday · 7 min
What We REALLY Learned From Trump's Midterm Convention
In this bonus episode - Mark breaks down the biggest takeaways from the Republican midterm convention in Dallas — including Elon Musk putting big money into Texas, Donald Trump’s going for broke, and JD Vance’s big 2028 splash. Mark also examines the Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s strong reception and growing Democratic concerns that polling may be underestimating Republicans heading into the 2026 midterms. Will the new Republican major wave of negative advertising in the targeted contests produce a
#134
September 10 · 1 hr 3 min
Charlie Kirk: A Special Friend & Generational Inspiration
Mark’s reported monologue reflects on the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Charlie Kirk, one year after his death. Mark Halperin speaks with Tucker Carlson about Charlie’s influence on American society, culture, politics, and faith — and the mark he left on a generation. Mark is also joined by Bryan Solomon, who shares a more personal side of Charlie through stories from their friendship and experiences together that many people may never have seen. One year later, they reflect on the man
#133
September 8 · 1 hr 14 min
9/11: Modern America's Most Important Day
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reflects on September 11, 2001 — the attacks that took nearly 3,000 American lives, the extraordinary courage of first responders, unprecedented demonstrations of leadership, and the remarkable sense of unity that followed. Former Governor George Pataki shares his firsthand memories of leading New York alongside Mayor Rudy Giuliani and President George W. Bush through the aftermath of the attacks, recounting the moments after the towers were hit, and how New
#132
September 3 · 1 hr 3 min
Why Republicans May Have Already Lost the Midterms
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reveals what political insiders in both parties say about the state of the 2026 midterm elections, asking whether Republicans have waited too long for the political environment to turn in their favor, and what it will take to change the trajectory. Then, Michael Knowles joins to give his preview of the midterms and look ahead to the next Republican presidential race, including what a Vice President J.D. Vance versus Sen. Ted Cruz showdown for the 2028 GOP nomin
#131
September 1 · 33 min
How Legacy Media is Killing Itself
Mark Halperin sits down with media entrepreneur and Complex founder Rich Antoniello for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of the media business. Antoniello explains why legacy brands are losing their hold on audiences, what separates successful new media companies from the rest, and how Fort Nash is betting on the growing influence of country music and Southern culture. Plus, he breaks down why so many media companies get video wrong, why YouTube subscribers are far more valuable than
August 29 · 17 min
Will AI Take Control of America Before It’s Too Late?
Mark Halperin sits down with MIT professor and Future of Life Institute co-founder Max Tegmark to examine the enormous promise — and potentially existential risks — of artificial intelligence. Tegmark explains why he believes AI needs stronger government guardrails, why the race with China shouldn’t be used as an excuse for unchecked development, and what it will take to keep increasingly powerful technology under human control. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagr
#130
August 27 · 55 min
The Secrets, Crime, & Media that May Swing The Midterms
Mark Halperin is joined by Steve Robinson, the Editor-in-Chief of The Maine Wire and Leland Vittert, host of the “On Balance with Leland Vittert” to examine the political, economic, and media forces reshaping the country. Robinson breaks down the surprising changes unfolding in Maine, exposing organized crime, massive fraud, and cultural shifts hitting the state. Vittert explains why midterm candidates are now avoiding tough interviews and reveals which voters could decide the battle for Congre
#129
August 25 · 1 hr 4 min
Inside the Culture War Transforming Corporate America
Mark Halperin's reported monologue features the ultimate insider’s guide to how the political landscape will change in the final weeks before Election Day, with the key known unknowns laid out based on the secret plans of both parties. Then, Robby Starbuck explains why corporate America is abandoning DEI and assesses Republicans’ chances of holding the both chambers of Congress. Plus, Drew Holden joins to take a closer look at White House press coverage, and how the media is covering the civil w
August 22 · 23 min
Who will be Trump’s Next Press Secretary?
Mark Halperin sits down with former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary Hogan Gidley to break down what President Trump will be looking for in his next press secretary. Gidley explains why trust, loyalty, toughness, star power, and chemistry with Trump are essential — and weighs in on the names being floated to fill the role. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitt
#128
August 20 · 59 min
Why Trump is Facing a Critical Moment for His Legacy
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue explores why the fate of President Donald Trump’s legacy hangs in the balance, from the economy and AI to China and foreign policy. He’s joined by Larry O’Connor and Kevin Walling to debate the controversy surrounding Natalie Harp and the media’s treatment of prominent women in the Trump administration compared with their Democratic counterparts. Plus, in "Mark the Mailman", Mark examines Abdul El-Sayed’s political appeal and the risks he poses to Democratic Pa
#127
August 18 · 1 hr 3 min
Is He the Next Obama?!
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue shares his latest reporting on Jon Ossoff’s rising profile and whether the Georgia senator could emerge as the next leader of the Democratic Party. Then, Evan Barker joins Mark to explain why she defected from the Left and why she says they're betraying the party. Plus, Robby Soave explains how Democrats could still squander their opportunity in the 2026 midterms, and Jessica Reed Kraus grades the styles of some of America’s most prominent political figures. L
August 15 · 23 min
The Truth About Mamdani's NYC No One's Saying
In this bonus episode of Next Up, Mark Halperin sits down with New York Post writers Lydia Moynihan and Rikki Schlott for a wide-ranging conversation about AOC’s political strategy, the debate over freezing her eggs, and whether distancing herself from the excesses of the progressive left could strengthen her national ambitions. They also examine the growing populist backlash against Flock cameras and Palantir and debate the tensions between innovation, security, and privacy. Plus, Moynihan and
#126
August 13 · 1 hr 10 min
Why the Economy Could Cost Republicans the Midterms
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reveals both parties’ ultimate midterm messaging strategies on the main terrain: the economy. Fierce South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews joins to make her case, laying out her views on health care, gun control, her Democratic counterparts — and Taylor Swift. Katie Pavlich then weighs in on AOC’s future and Professor Robert Pape explains why Iran’s drone arsenal makes reopening the Strait of Hormuz a tall task. SelectQuote: Compare t
#125
August 11 · 1 hr 12 min
Who Will Win the Democrats’ Bitter Civil War?
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue breaks down the civil war between the Democratic establishment and the progressive left, and why the divide could reshape the party’s future. Michael Smerconish joins to discuss the rise of democratic socialism among younger voters and questions media scrutiny of Dr. Anthony Fauci. Curt Mills then joins to argue why Gavin Newsom remains the leading contender for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. Plus, Brent Scher weighs in on the conservative reactio
#124
August 6 · 1 hr 17 min
Can a Jew Actually Become U.S. President?
Mark's reported monologue confronts a vital and controversial question: Will the Democratic Party nominate a Jewish candidate for president in 2028? With Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro atop Mark’s new “8 for ’28” rankings, Mark explores why Shapiro has the skills to defuse hostility to Israel within his party on the way to the White House. Then, Sen. Rand Paul weighs in on Dr. Anthony Fauci's legal exposure and the unanswered Covid questions he believes still deserve scrutiny. Finally, Mark
#123
August 4 · 1 hr 9 min
The New Name Leading the 2028 Presidential Race
Mark Halperin's reported monologue unveils his latest “8 for ’28” Democratic presidential nominee rankings, explaining why Josh Shapiro has overtaken Gavin Newsom for the top spot and what the new primary calendar means for the 2028 race. Plus, former Sen. Cory Gardner breaks down Colorado's political transformation and Justine Brooke Murray examines progressive candidates with big midterm hopes. Then, Mark reacts to RFK Jr.'s contentious CNN interview with Dana Bash and the broader debate over
#122
July 30 · 1 hr 12 min
How Dr. Fauci's Media Pals Covered for Him
Mark Halperin's reported monologue serves as a critique of the Dominant Media’s coverage of the face-off between Dr. Anthony Fauci and Senator Rand Paul at this week’s epic Senate hearing, calling out the press’s obsession with saying Republicans have an “obsession” with Fauci, rather than focusing on the tens of millions of Americans who are desperate for answers about the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, Chris Salcedo joins Mark to discuss why Hispanic voters have shifted toward to the right, which pa
#121
July 28 · 1 hr 3 min
What Dr. Fauci's Diary Reveals About Who He Really Is
Mark Halperin's reported monologue examines the newly revealed diary entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, exploring his desperate need for celebrity and how the Dominant Media protected him — and, with echoes of the Biden mental acuity press scandal, continues to coddle and champion him to this very day. Then, Larry O'Connor and Kevin Walling join Mark to break down the biggest political stories shaping the 2026 midterms, the overlooked campaigns that could swing the balance of power, and JD Vance's
#120
July 23 · 1 hr 17 min
Is the Republican Establishment Trying to Politically Kill JD Vance?
Are the deep state and Republican establishment engaged in an op to take down JD Vance? In today's episode of “Next Up with Mark Halperin,” Mark's reported monologue analyzes Vance's headline-making interview with Joe Rogan, examining what the reaction reveals about the vice president's political standing and his relationship with the Republican old guard. Mark also shares his latest reporting on why he believes President Trump may be preparing to escalate the conflict with Iran, while actor E

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