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**Around the Political World**

For a direct, short, and insightful commentary, listen to this podcast by political analyst and radio talkshow host John Rothmann. Each podcast will focus on a different issue in order to shine a spotlight on what is happening in our world today. Current events are fast paced and getting a glimpse behind the headlines is critical.

Latest Episodes:

The Normalization of the Abnormal: Trump, the DOJ, and the Midterms Oct 27, 2026

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John will cover:

The normalization of the abnormal under Trump
James Comey, the DOJ, and political retribution
Russia's war in Ukraine and Trump's approach to Putin
Election integrity concerns one week before the midterms

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Israel Votes Tomorrow, Netanyahu's Nuclear AI Ad, and the Battle for Congress Oct 26, 2026

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John will cover:

Israel votes tomorrow as Netanyahu releases an AI-generated nuclear attack ad
How Israel's election works and what's at stake for Netanyahu
Eight days until the midterms as Trump's poll numbers decline
The battle for the Senate, Michigan, and election integrity concerns

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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Is an Election Coup Coming? Russia Attacks Ukraine, Trump Threatens Iran, and Your Questions Answered! Oct 23, 2026

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John will cover:

Could there be an attempt to overturn the midterm election results?
Russia's continuing missile and drone attacks on Ukraine
Trump's threats of further military action against Iran
Your questions on elections, Ukraine, Israel, and more!

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The Mark Thompson Show: October 21, 2026 Oct 23, 2026

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John joined The Mark Thompson Show Wednesday morning to discuss the most critical news stories of the week.

Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ & Follow John on TikTok: @aroundthepoliticalworld

John will cover:

Trump’s shift on Putin and Ukraine
Witkoff calls Putin a “humanitarian”
Musk’s Starlink slowdown in Ukraine
FEMA aid for North Carolina
Ramaswamy’s attack ad on Amy Acton
Israel’s election and Netanyahu

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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A Broken Globe: Trump, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and the Republican Party Oct 22, 2026

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John will cover:

Eisenhower's damaged globe and what it symbolizes
Saudi Arabia, Iran, and America's security commitments
Trump's Ukraine policy and the continuing war with Russia
Ramaswamy, J.D. Vance, and the future of the Republican Party

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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Who's in Charge: Musk or Trump? Justice Kagan, Ohio, and More! Oct 21, 2026

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John will cover:

Who's controlling U.S. foreign policy: Musk or Trump?
Starlink, Ukraine, and calls for a congressional investigation
Justice Kagan's warning about the Supreme Court and democracy
Ramaswamy's controversial campaign ad in Ohio

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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Will Ukraine Be Another Munich? Trump, Putin, and the Stakes of the Midterms Oct 20, 2026

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John will cover:

Could Ukraine become another Munich Agreement?
A possible Trump-Putin-Xi summit without Ukraine
Trump's use of the term “Shylock” and its antisemitic history
Andrew Johnson, Trump, and the stakes of the midterms

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Trump Turns on Ukraine, Endorses Netanyahu, and Faces New Corruption Questions Oct 19, 2026

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John will cover:

Trump's Ukraine policy, Putin, and Zelenskyy's future
Why John opposes Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu
Trump's pharmaceutical investments and corruption concerns
DOJ election lawsuits, Ilhan Omar, and the approaching midterms

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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Execution Livestream Canceled, Trump Weighs Iran Strike, DOJ Sues California, and Your Questions Answered! Oct 16, 2026

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John will cover:

Trump's reversal on livestreaming Nidal Hasan's execution
A possible bunker-buster bomb strike against Iran
The DOJ's lawsuit against California over voter eligibility
Your questions on Ukraine, Iran, presidential power, and more!

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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The Mark Thompson Show: October 14, 2026 Oct 15, 2026

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John joined The Mark Thompson Show Wednesday morning to discuss the most critical news stories of the week.

Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ & Follow John on TikTok: @aroundthepoliticalworld

John will cover:

The midterm outlook and the GOP’s House prospects
DOJ pressure on California over voting
Michigan’s Senate race: El-Sayed vs. Rogers
The Texas Senate race: Talarico vs. Paxton
JD Vance’s attack on Talarico
Possible fights over seating Congress after the election

Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook: @Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann

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