John McLaughlin

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  1. FULL SHOW: The real poll numbers; Gubernatorial debate coming up. 

    Oct 12

    FULL SHOW: The real poll numbers; Gubernatorial debate coming up. 

    The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to International human rights lawyer and former judge Navi Pillay for her work on human rights, but Mark explains this woman's character and actions over a portion of her life. Today is the Columbus Day parade in Manhattan, and Mayor Mamdani won't be there. President Trump has announced a potential ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. What is the most popular Halloween costume this year? Christa Pike continues to fight to overturn her execution. DHS has raided Representative Ilhan Omar's home as part of a criminal investigation. The Giants and Washington Commanders game ended in a tie yesterday, which was the first time in a long time that a team had a tie in the league with another team. President Trump has picked Katie Zacharia, his media advisor, as his new press secretary. Kamala Harris's husband, Doug Emhoff, doesn't want her to run for President in 2028. It's a bad weekend at the Box Office for the new social reckoning, with the movie only bringing in 5 million in total sales. Drones are a huge concern throughout the world regarding safety during warfare. Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Mark and Michael speak about Mayor Mamdani not attending today's Columbus Day parade, as well as not attending the Israel Day Parade. The guys break down why Mamdani is even here in New York if you dislike the billionaires so much who are here in Manhattan when they create jobs for people. President Trump and Marco Rubio are weighing firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct. Kimberley allegedly ran up a lot of credit card debt and did it in a way that donors were going to use it. Questions still loom over the shooting by an ICE officer that wounded 28-year-old Oscar Belgal in NYC last week. Should you be getting paid from a movie or show that you invented in the 1970's for the rest of your life? Mark explains some interesting situations regarding the sitcom Happy Days to this day. Comedian Bill Maher is attacking Cornell University and thinks we should get rid of fraternities at colleges, which comes after the Cornell University alleged rape case. Mark interviews pollster John McLaughlin. Mark and John break down the recent polling numbers of the midterm elections and other close elections in local areas like the New York gubernatorial race. The constant rallies Donald Trump is doing could draw thousands of new people to register to vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Inside the CIA and MI6 on 9/11 (w/ John McLaughlin, CIA Deputy Director on September 11th)

    Sep 10

    Inside the CIA and MI6 on 9/11 (w/ John McLaughlin, CIA Deputy Director on September 11th)

    Part Two of our two-part series marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 reunites former leaders of the US and UK intelligence services, both of whom were in high office on September 11, 2001. Former deputy director of the CIA John McLaughlin joins former MI6 chief Sir Richard Dearlove and co-host Kate McCann to give the insider’s perspective on the intelligence world’s response to the attacks. McLaughlin details what the CIA knew beforehand, the immediate aftermath inside CIA headquarters, and the rapid attribution to al-Qaeda. He also discusses the power of the US-UK "special relationship," the surge in CIA resources after 9/11, the Bush administration's push toward the Iraq War, the effects of the global war on terror on American civil liberties, and why the war in Ukraine is the single most important geopolitical issue today. In this episode: (00:00) Emotion is a Luxury in Intelligence (01:53) John McLaughlin Introduction (03:03) Pre-9/11 Threats (07:17) Why Was 9/11 A Surprise? (14:13) Considering the "What Ifs" (15:52) M16 Rushes to DC (22:46) CIA on 9/11 (25:12) Post-9/11 Intelligence Overhaul (34:16) Origins of the Iraq Focus (47:17) Legacy of 9/11 in America (57:42) One Decision: Importance of the Ukraine Conflict (01:03:00) Takeaways and Wrap Up Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and co-host Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. FULL SHOW: Saturday's scare at the Dinner; Kimmel vs Melania. 

    Apr 27

    FULL SHOW: Saturday's scare at the Dinner; Kimmel vs Melania. 

    Mark recaps the dramatic events involving the shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, which unsettled the entire room and the media. Melania Trump may have been the first to notice the incident unfolding. Afterward, President Trump spoke with WOR’s Sean Hannity, on the phone, who may have the most comprehensive coverage. The suspect’s first court appearance is scheduled for today in Federal Court. Mark interviews NY Post journalist Michael Goodwin. Michael comments on the importance of current security measures at the White House Correspondents' Dinner and similar major events, emphasizing their necessity for future safety. He questions whether the backlash against President Trump over his decisions on the war in Iran is surprising, given that previous presidents were also pressured to address Iran’s regime. Bruce Blakeman is seen as a strong contender for the New York governor’s race. Lee Zeldin nearly won in 2022 due to Governor Hochul’s missteps, but ultimately fell short. Michael believes Bruce Blakeman’s visibility at events and on the streets will be crucial for his campaign’s success. New details emerge that the suspect’s family was in contact with him before the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday. Mark analyzes what might have transpired. First Lady Melania Trump has responded after late-night host Jimmy Kimmel made an assassination joke about her and President Trump. The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to impact global oil supplies, with China, Europe, and Iran among the most affected. Mark interviews pollster John McLaughlin. John and Mark are discussing whether the apparent third assassination attempt on President Trump at the dinner could boost his poll numbers. Bruce Blakeman’s campaign for New York governor is gaining momentum, despite national polls showing Republicans trailing by four points ahead of the midterms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.