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- 3 days ago1h 10m
Vice President JD Vance Takes on James Talarico as 2026 Midterms Heat Up
Mark’s reported monologue reveals the key elements of Team Trump’s midterm homestretch messaging, explained through Vice President JD Vance's latest stump speech, delivered this week in Texas, complete with colorful attacks on Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, and the themes, villains, and imagery that the White House thinks can carry them to victory.Plus, Emma-Jo Morris joins to discuss how long President Trump will continue to dominate the political conversation, the challenges facing the left, and the potential 2028 Republican field if JD Vance and Marco Rubio ultimately don't run for president.Eric Metaxas joins to discuss his new book, “Revolution,” bringing to life the extraordinary lives and heroism of America's original Founding Fathers, and the ideas that shaped America.Mark also takes a look at what’s next for artificial intelligence under the Trump administration, after yet another historic week of technological, political, and economic developments.American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK todayLean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPSelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price.Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 5 days ago1h 2m
The 3 Senate Seats Republicans Can ACTUALLY Flip
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue goes inside four battleground Senate races Republicans may actually win – three flips and one key hold. Mark explains why Republicans have a chance to take all four… and what that means for the prospect of a blue wave nationally.The Daily Wire’s Mary Margaret Olahan explains how liberal media bias is a big factor inside the White House… and how the Trump Administration feels about Republicans’ chances in the midterms.New York Congressman Mike Lawler (R) joins to discuss his re-election campaign, one of the hottest House races in the country, just a day after his closely watched debate. He explains the formula he has used to defy the odds, while being targeted by Democrats to hold onto a district won by Kamala Harris two years ago.American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK todayLean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPSelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price.Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago1h 4m
A 2026 Midterm Shift + Megyn Kelly on Trump, CNN & 2028
Mark Halperin does a live reported monologue with Democratic strategist Doug Sosnik, who gives an exclusive look at his new memo on the 2026 midterms, laying out why he sees opportunities for his party that didn’t seem to exist even two weeks ago.Then, Megyn Kelly joins Mark to break down the extraordinary Trump-Mamdani relationship, the future of CNN and broadcast journalism, AOC’s 2028 ambitions, and a potential JD Vance–Marco Rubio ticket.SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price.American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK todayRo Body: Visit https://ro.co/nextup to see if you qualify for FDA-approved GLP-1 treatment options and get started. #sponsoredFollow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago1h 8m
What Campaign Spending Reveals About the 2026 Midterms
Mark’s reported monologue breaks down the 2026 midterms and the growing concern among his Republican sources about the prospect of a blue tsunami that sweeps the Democrats into majority control of the House and Senate. Mark reveals what he's hearing from political insiders and voters, the potential game-changing impact of massive campaign spending by Republicans, and why some Republicans say President Trump could be to blame if the GOP falls short. Then, Republican California Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton joins to discuss his campaign, California’s affordability crisis, and how he plans to flip the state Red.Plus, Dan Senor explains the evolving situation in the Middle East, the potential for a growing relationship between Israel and Saudi Arabia, and the new military alliance that might be forming in the region.SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPAmerican Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK todayFollow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago1h 4m
How the 2026 Midterms Will ACTUALLY Unfold for Republicans
Mark’s reported monologue takes a fresh look at the 2026 midterms and reveals a totally different pair of scenarios from the current pundit mushy convention wisdom. Could we be headed for either a Blue tsunami or a death-defying Republican tactical win?The Federalist Contributor Evita Duffy-Alfonso joins to discuss issues really weighing on families, her political clan, and her husband Michael Alfonso's Wisconsin House campaign.Then the author of "Profit From The Profit", David Bahnsen, explains the Federal Reserve's rate hike, AI’s trillion-dollar investment boom, and how you can be making real money from the stock market. Plus, Mark replies to the latest reactions to his “8 for ’28” Democratic presidential rankings.Ro Body: Visit https://ro.co/nextup to see if you qualify for FDA-approved GLP-1 treatment options and get started. #sponsoredLean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPAmerican Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (888) 811-2599 or visit https://americataxgroup.com todayFollow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago1h 6m
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 payments, and the future of AI.Then, Democratic strategist Hyma Moore joins Mark looking at the evolving 2028 Democratic field—including Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro and Rahm Emanuel.What could the 2028 field look like—and what do the latest economic and political developments mean for the elections ahead?Ro Body: Visit https://ro.co/nextup to see if you qualify for FDA-approved GLP-1 treatment options and get started. #sponsoredAmerican Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (888) 811-2599 or visit https://americataxgroup.com todayLean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPFollow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago7 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 surprise plot twist? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 weeks ago1h 3m
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 behind the movement, the friendships he built, and the legacy he left behind.If you have time to cut whatever you can that would be great so I can get all the socials ready to go out first thing tomorrow morning once episode drops.SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price.Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUPRo Body: Visit https://ro.co/nextup to see if you qualify for FDA-approved GLP-1 treatment options and get started. #sponsoredFollow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperinConnect with Mark Halperin on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperinX (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperinFind the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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