Next Up with Mark Halperin

Mark Halperin speaks to The Wall Street Journal Contributor Julie Wernau about Florida’s disappearing orange groves - once one of the state’s defining industries. Wernau explains how orange trees have been decimated over the last few decades, the lack of local government support, and the new genetic technologies that are giving Florida growers hope before it's too late. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue breaks down the blame game brewing inside both parties. His Republican sources are quietly starting to point fingers at President Trump and the White House as affordability, Iran, and political spending continue to dominate campaigns. And if the “Blue tsunami” falls short of current high expectations, who will ultimately take the fall for the Democrats? Former South Carolina Congressman Joe Cunningham joins to give the true temperature of newly competitive races in the South, laying out why Dr. Annie Andrews is making a serious play to flip South Carolina Blue… and what Democrats need to do to keep the pressure on at the end. Scott Martin then explains why the economy could be on the cusp of a major boom, revealing the optimistic signs developing under the surface, and how it could impact November’s elections. Ro Body: Visit https://ro.co/nextup to see if you qualify for FDA-approved GLP-1 treatment options and get started. #sponsored Kalshi: Trade What’s Next. Download Kalshi. Use code MARK to get $25 when you trade $25. K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK today Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reveals the 3 wildcards his sources say could swing November's elections, including a range of “October Surprises", going beyond the headlines and candidate clashes of the current moment. Robby Soave breaks down the issues that are really resonating with voters and what he sees as some political insensitivity on the left. Comedian Mike Mancusi joins to discuss his new book, “The Corporate Translator” - decoding awkward office talk and saying what we’re all really thinking. SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price. HomeServe: Protect your home systems from expensive repairs with https://HomeServe.com/nextup and get 50% off your first year of coverage. American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK today Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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 today Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUP SelectQuote: 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/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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 NEXTUP American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (866)-297-3048 or visit https://americataxgroup.com/MARK today Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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. #sponsored American Tax Group: Your tax problem isn't going to disappear by ignoring it. Call (888) 811-2599 or visit https://americataxgroup.com today Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUP Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

In this bonus episode of Next Up, Mark Halperin sits down with New York Post writers Lydia Moynihan and Rikki Schlott for a wide-ranging conversation about AOC’s political strategy, the debate over freezing her eggs, and whether distancing herself from the excesses of the progressive left could strengthen her national ambitions. They also examine the growing populist backlash against Flock cameras and Palantir and debate the tensions between innovation, security, and privacy. Plus, Moynihan and Schlott assess the state of New York City and what Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s socialist experiment could mean for the rest of the country. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue breaks down the civil war between the Democratic establishment and the progressive left, and why the divide could reshape the party’s future. Michael Smerconish joins to discuss the rise of democratic socialism among younger voters and questions media scrutiny of Dr. Anthony Fauci. Curt Mills then joins to argue why Gavin Newsom remains the leading contender for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. Plus, Brent Scher weighs in on the conservative reaction to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez freezing her eggs and the reality of her "woke 1" era. Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUP SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/mark to get the right coverage at the right price. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (262) 454-0503 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter. *Paid Partnership*” Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d