America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Mick West, founder of Metabunk.org and ContrailScience.com, joined the program to discuss the rise of online conspiracy theories and misinformation. West explained how his work focuses on investigating viral claims—from UFO sightings to contrails and internet hoaxes—and why critical thinking and evidence-based analysis are more important than ever in the digital age.

Later, Tom Junod, acclaimed journalist and longtime magazine writer, joined the show to discuss his book “In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man.” The memoir reflects on Junod’s relationship with his father, exploring themes of masculinity, family expectations, and personal identity. Junod is also widely known for writing the famous Esquire profile of Fred Rogers, which later inspired the film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Maryland House Delegate Joe Vogel joined the program to discuss Maryland’s first-in-the-nation surveillance pricing ban, a new law aimed at preventing companies from using personal data to change or manipulate prices for individual consumers.

Next, Sam Quinones, journalist and bestselling author, talked about his book “The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth.” Quinones examined the devastating impact of fentanyl and meth across the United States while also highlighting stories of recovery, resilience, and communities fighting back against the addiction crisis.

Finally, Katie Nyberg, Executive Director of the National Park Friends Alliance, joined the show for the national parks segment to discuss the role of nonprofit “friends groups” that support America’s national parks through advocacy, volunteer programs, and fundraising to protect and enhance public lands.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA), ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, talks about the latest in the struggle over the Strait of Hormuz.

Next, Buddy Rizer, executive director of the Loudoun County Department of Economic Development, tells why he thinks communities should embrace data centers.

Plus, a chat with Craig Fehrman, author of the brand new book "This Vast Enterprise: A New History of Lewis & Clark"

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, guest host Dan Mandis welcomes Arif Halaby, president and CEO of Total Final Solutions, Inc., to discuss the impact that the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz is having on Americans' wallets.

Next, Jonathan Fahey, former acting director of ICE, weighs in on the debate on Capitol Hill over extending the temporary protection status of Haitian migrants.

Plus, a look at the other news of the day, including some European leaders' offer to help the United States with the Strait of Hormuz, and President Trump's reaction.

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On America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, John Danforth, former U.S. Senator from Missouri and former U.N. Ambassador, joined the program to discuss current events and the future of the Republican Party, offering insight into the party’s direction and the broader political climate.

Next, Dr. Vittorio (Victor) Gensini, atmospheric scientist and severe weather expert, examined concerns surrounding recent National Weather Service balloon data changes, as critics question whether reduced atmospheric data collection may impact tornado forecasting during a deadly Midwest outbreak.

Finally, Bill Clevlen, founder of billontheroad.com, joined the show for the weekly travel segment, sharing stories, destinations, and travel tips from across the country.

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