America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

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Hollywood Stunned: Rob Reiner Tragedy and High-Stakes Bets Dec 16, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw, Jonathan Cohen, author of Losing Big: America’s Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling, breaks down the rapid expansion of gambling markets and how they are reshaping sports, the economy, and consumer behavior—while raising concerns about regulation and long-term consequences. Next, CBS News Entertainment reporter Matt Wolf examines the shocking and developing story surrounding the reported murder of Rob Reiner, discussing what’s known so far and how Hollywood is responding

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Kind of Blue, Sinatra at 110: The Sound of History Dec 13, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, the show explores iconic music, modern neuroscience, and a touch of Hollywood fun. Acclaimed author James Kaplan joins McGraw to discuss his celebrated books Frank: The Voice and Sinatra: The Chairman, while remembering the life and legacy of Frank Sinatra on what would have been his 110th birthday, reflecting on Sinatra’s cultural impact, enduring influence, and why his music and persona still resonate generations later. Kaplan also previews insights from his newest book on jazz legend Miles Davis.

The conversation then shifts to the modern mind as Dr. Jared Horvath, award-winning cognitive neuroscientist, best-selling author, and co-founder of LME Global, breaks down key themes from his latest book, The Digital Delusion, explaining how technology is reshaping attention spans, learning, and how our brains function in an always-connected world.

Wrapping up the episode on a lighter note, Theo Lewis Clark, host of Hollywood Exec for a Day, brings movie trivia live on air, engaging listeners with classic film questions and celebrating Hollywood history to close out the night.

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“Paramount, Politics, Power Plays & Travel” Dec 12, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, the show dives into major developments across media, politics, technology, and travel. Colby Hall, Mediaite Founding Editor, breaks down Paramount’s offer to buy Warner Bros. and what the potential merger could mean for the entertainment industry. Rina Shah, Senior Advisor at Our Republican Legacy, joins the show to discuss the high-stakes Indiana redistricting vote and how the new political map could reshape future elections. Tony Shaffer, President of Project Sentinel, analyzes U.S.–China tensions surrounding Nvidia chip restrictions and examines America’s strategic goals in Venezuela.And for the weekly travel segment, Bill Clevlen, founder of billontheroad.com, highlights new destinations and trends for travelers.

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“Power, Politics & Precious Freedom” Dec 11, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, we dive into the forces shaping America’s future. Energy journalist Ben Geman from Axios explains the soaring electricity demands of America’s data centers and what it means for the grid. Former CIA senior operations officer Rick de la Torre breaks down the escalating Venezuela boat strikes and their geopolitical implications. And bestselling author James Bradley joins us to discuss his powerful new historical novel, “Precious Freedom.”

A full night of energy, geopolitics, and American storytelling—only on America at Night

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The Grand Ole Opry Turns 100 and Food Policy Takes Center Stage” Dec 10, 2025

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Host McGraw Milhaven is joined by Charlie Mattos, Host of the Grand Ole Opry and Co-Host/Producer of Coffee, Country & Cody on WSM Nashville, to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry, exploring its legacy, legendary performers, and enduring impact on American music. Later, McGraw welcomes Dan Glickman, Chair of the Board of Hunger Free America, former USDA Secretary, and former U.S. Representative from Kansas, to discuss the state of American farming, national food challenges, and his new book “Laughing at Myself.”

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Carson Classics and the MLK Conspiracy Case” Dec 09, 2025

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Host McGraw Milhaven is joined by special guest Mark Malkoff, former host of The Carson Podcast and current host of Inside Late Night, for a deep dive into the legacy of Johnny Carson, his impact on American entertainment, and behind-the-scenes stories from late-night history. Later, Nina Gilden Seavey—Emmy Award–winning documentary filmmaker, podcaster, and author—joins the program to discuss her Slate article examining new revelations surrounding a man linked to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and why the case continues to stir controversy.

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Merged Media, Maritime Mayhem & Monarch Monitoring” Dec 06, 2025

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On this episode of America At Night, host McGraw Milhaven is joined by Matt Wolfe, Entertainment Reporter, to break down the major developments around the Netflix–Warner Bros. merger and what it means for the future of streaming. Later, Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt (Ret.) returns to discuss Caribbean boat strikes, rising maritime dangers, and their geopolitical implications. And Dr. Orley Taylor, Founder of Monarch Watch at the University of Kansas, explains how new innovations in GPS tracking are helping scientists uncover the mysteries of monarch butterfly migration.

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Exploring Housing Crashes and Civilization’s Core” Dec 05, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night with Host McGraw Milhaven, McGraw is joined by Todd Sheets, author of 2008: What Really Happened and writer of the Substack newsletter On Wealth and Progress, to break down what truly ended America’s golden age of housing and how today’s market echoes the past. Later, historian James Hankins, co-author of The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition, joins the show to discuss the enduring ideas, thinkers, and values that shaped Western civilization and why they matter now more than ever.

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“Travel, Tech & Tomorrow Dec 04, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night, host McGraw Milhaven is joined by Bill Clevlen, founder of billontheroad.com, to launch a brand-new travel segment, exploring hidden gems, smart travel tips, and the best places to visit across America. Later, McGraw speaks with Dante King, MS, M.Ed, CHRM—human-resources expert, consultant, and author—about the rapid rise of AI replacing jobs, why 25% of America’s unemployed are college graduates, and what these trends mean for the future of work.

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“Mindset, Money & Modern Education: Dec 03, 2025

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On this episode of America at Night, host McGraw Milhaven speaks with Dr. Eric Hanushek, Paul and Jean Hanna Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, about the proposed 8% lifetime tax on students, how education policy shapes economic futures, and why strong schooling remains essential for America’s competitiveness. Later, McGraw is joined by Jessica Dimmock, co-director of the new HBO documentary “Thoughts and Prayers,” for an in-depth discussion about the film’s origins, impact, and the national conversations it aims to spark.

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