Hantavirus Fears And The Growing Rubio 2028 Conversation

Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins break down the terrifying possible hantavirus outbreak aboard a stranded cruise ship and why the story feels straight out of a horror movie. Plus, concern grows after passengers reportedly die and countries refuse to let the ship dock. The episode also dives into Marco Rubio’s viral White House briefing room moment and why speculation about 2028 is heating up fast. Meghan and Miranda debate whether Rubio or JD Vance has the stronger path forward inside the Republican Party. Then, entrepreneur and Pizza Girl founder Caroline D’Amore joins the show to talk about becoming politically independent after October 7th, raising kids in Los Angeles, RFK Jr., Hollywood’s political climate, and why so many Californians are frustrated with local leadership. Also in this episode: • Katie Porter’s latest campaign cringe • Obama marriage rumors and political media backlash • Why Qatar-funded influencer culture keeps growing online • Spencer Pratt’s surprising mayoral momentum in Los Angeles • The state of California politics heading into 2026 midterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The week is just getting started and the headlines are already all over the place. Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins dive into everything from viral Bigfoot sightings in Ohio to major political developments in Washington. Political strategist Janiyah Thomas joins to break down President Trump’s second term, current polling, and what support looks like right now among Black voters. The episode also covers Rudy Giuliani’s latest health update, the growing tension inside conservative media, and how internet culture is shaping the way political stories unfold in real time. Plus, a look at Spencer Pratt’s mayoral run in Los Angeles and why politics is starting to feel more like entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

King Charles arrives in Washington and for a moment, things feel almost normal. Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins break down the royal visit, what it means for US-UK relations, and why the moment feels like a reset after weeks of chaos. But the internet has other plans. From nonstop online backlash to political outrage, the conversation turns to why everything feels so hostile right now and how public figures are navigating it. Plus a look at viral fashion criticism, a missing congressman mystery, and the stories everyone is talking about. A mix of serious, surreal and surprisingly funny moments that capture exactly where the culture is right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A terrifying weekend in Washington, DC sparks serious questions. Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins break down the attempted shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner, what it felt like inside the room, and why security failures are raising alarms across the political world. Brent Scher shares firsthand details from inside the ballroom as chaos unfolded, while Isabelle Brown joins to talk about rising political hostility, media reactions, and her viral clash with The View. From real fear in DC to the culture driving division, this episode digs into what just happened and why it matters. Plus, a conversation about media hypocrisy, political rhetoric, and whether anything will actually change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A little chaos, a lot of honesty. Meghan breaks down why redistricting has her fired up, while Miranda adds context and perspective. Then Senator John Fetterman joins for one of his most candid conversations yet, opening up about mental health, politics, and everything in between. It’s the kind of discussion that doesn’t happen often and that’s exactly why it matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lara Trump joins Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins for a wide-ranging conversation that goes way beyond politics. From life inside the Trump family to motherhood, campaign chaos, and what it is really like raising kids in the spotlight, nothing is off limits. There is also a serious conversation about animal cruelty, why more people are speaking out, and the growing backlash against over-politicizing everything. Plus, things take a turn when Meghan and Miranda dig into one of the strangest stories out there right now. Scientists tied to high-level research are going missing, and it raises a lot of questions. Add in White House Correspondents Dinner talk, behind-the-scenes moments, and a little classic Citizen McCain chaos, and this episode covers a lot. Real conversations. Unexpected turns. And one story that will stick with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Tax Day and the mood is already off. Meghan McCain and Miranda Wilkins are back and immediately diving into everything from outrageous government spending to the internet trying to mom-shame them for having jobs. Yes, that happened. This episode tackles the backlash head-on, breaking down the weird expectations around working moms and why the criticism is missing the point entirely. Then things get messy. DC is spiraling, Eric Swalwell fallout continues, and behind-the-scenes chaos is starting to surface in a big way. Add in media drama, political egos, and some truly bizarre behavior, and it’s one of those weeks. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins to talk about her new book “Poisoned Ivies,” what’s really happening on college campuses, and why more parents are rethinking where their kids go to school. Plus Yemisi Egbewole drops in with perspective on politics, young voters, and what’s actually happening on the ground. And yes, there’s still time for Quince shopping, reality TV chaos, and the kind of unfiltered conversation that makes this show what it is. A little chaotic. A little funny. Very real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan McCain is back with Miranda Wilkins breaking down one of the most disturbing political scandals in recent memory. Congressman Eric Swalwell is facing serious sexual assault allegations and the fallout is already reshaping the California governor’s race. The conversation goes deeper than headlines, into what was known behind the scenes and why these stories often stay buried until it is too late. Katie Pavlich joins to unpack the Iran situation, rising tensions overseas, and why messaging from leadership is leaving people uneasy. There is also a look at the growing divide inside conservative media, why the so-called podcast wars are getting more chaotic, and what it says about the state of politics right now. Plus a few lighter moments on pop culture, TV chaos, and the kind of off-the-rails conversations that showcases Meghan and Miranda's real friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan McCain is back in the middle of a chaotic news cycle that isn’t slowing down. Joined by Miranda Wilkins and Seena Ghaznavi, the episode dives straight into the confusion around Iran, Trump’s mixed messaging, and what this conflict actually means beyond the headlines. Then, George Santos joins for a candid and unpredictable conversation about the growing divide inside the Republican Party, foreign policy fractures, and what’s really happening behind the scenes in Washington. Plus: The unraveling support for Trump over Iran Why younger conservatives are breaking from the party line The political landscape facing Abigail Spanberger Insider perspective on DC dysfunction The viral UFO and alien claims creeping into mainstream politics Part serious, part surreal, and exactly where politics is right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan is officially back, and the conversation gets intense quickly. One story dominated the weekend, the revelation that a relative of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani had been living in Los Angeles while allegedly supporting anti American activity. It raises serious questions about immigration, national security, and how someone like this is allowed to live freely in the U.S. The episode also dives into the backlash surrounding comedian Theo Von after controversial comments on Joe Rogan’s podcast about war and military service. Meghan and Miranda react to the outrage and break down what it says about the growing influence of podcast culture in politics. Ben Ferguson joins the show to weigh in on: The escalating conflict with Iran and what could come next Frustration with U.S. allies and questions about NATO support Why some major podcast voices appear to be shifting on Trump How media, money, and audience pressure are shaping political takes There’s also a candid look at Meghan’s return to the show, juggling life at home and a political landscape that feels more chaotic than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices