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Citizen McCain with Meghan McCain

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Sep 4, 2024 • 1h 12min

Boeing’s Space Blunder & Sean Spicer’s Take on Trump + VP Harris

Meghan and Miranda host an engaging discussion featuring two unique guests: Taylor Hathorn and Sean Spicer. Taylor Hathorn, a public relations and space policy advisor, provides an in-depth analysis of the harrowing situation aboard the International Space Station, where astronauts have been unexpectedly stranded due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. She sheds light on the behind-the-scenes challenges, the potential risks, and the role SpaceX will play in their eventual rescue. The conversation then shifts gears as Sean Spicer, the former White House Press Secretary, joins the discussion. Spicer delves into his experiences in the political arena, shares his thoughts on the current political climate, and reflects on his unique career trajectory, including his time with former President Trump.
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Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 6min

Can Kamala Harris Outpace Trump? Election Polls Unveiled ft. Kristen Soltis Anderson

Meghan and Miranda dive into the latest buzz, from Lana Del Rey's surprising new romance with an alligator tour guide to Kamala Harris's lackluster convention bump. Meghan is joined by renowned pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson to discuss the current polling landscape, the intriguing dynamics of celebrity relationships, and the unexpected voter trends shaping the 2024 election. They also explore the cultural fascination with celebrities dating "normal" people, and Kristen gives her expert insights on the impact of RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Trump, Kamala Harris's media strategy, and the mysterious voters who might tip the scales in this closely divided electorate. Tune in for a mix of pop culture and politics, with a side of Halloween excitement!
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Aug 28, 2024 • 59min

Chimp Crazy & Political Comedy ft. Kat Timpf

Meghan and Miranda dive into the world of politics and pop culture phenomena. They are joined by their friend Kat Timpf, a comedian, political commentator, and co-host of Fox News Channel's Gutfeld! show. Kat discusses her new book, I Used to Like You Until… (How Binary Thinking Divides Us), and shares insights into her journey, including her experiences with fame and being a commentator in a polarized media landscape. The episode also features a lively conversation about the latest HBO docuseries "Chimp Crazy," which has captivated Meghan and Miranda with its bizarre and wild storyline. They delve into the strange world of exotic animal ownership, touching on the legal, ethical, and personal implications of this world.
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Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 15min

RIP Bennifer 2.0 & All Things DNC

Meghan and Miranda open the show with the week's most important news. Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck. We know there is some... history with JLo, but you might be surprised to hear their feelings about the split. Then, Meghan's sister-in-law, Emily Domenech, calls in from the DNC to talk about everything she's seeing going on there, including all of the stuff behind the scenes and the viral moments like the "childless cat lady" Oprah mentioned during her speech. Finally, stylist Carmen Currie discusses the nuances of women in politics and how they approach their looks - especially women of color. Listen to hear how Carmen would love to style VP Harris and who their favorite look of the convention has been.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 57min

Is Blake Lively Canceled? + DNC Wins & Fumbles feat. Van Jones

WE'RE BACK from vacation and feeling more exhausted than ever! Keeping up with the late nights demanded by the DNC is no small feat...but we're still going strong. Meghan and Miranda kick off the show with a deep dive into one of the biggest pop culture stories this week—did Blake Lively possibly jeopardize her career by dismissing her fans and not taking the It Ends With Us press tour seriously? Later, CNN political analyst Van Jones joins Meghan to share his insights on the DNC so far, his close work with Joe Biden, his 25-year history with Kamala Harris, and even his interactions with the Trump administration.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 20min

Bravo News Exclusive & Trump's Latest Controversy ft. Carlos King & Mo'Kelly

In this episode, Meghan and Miranda kick things off by discussing a recent study that reveals Gen X and Millennials face a higher risk of developing cancer at a younger age compared to previous generations. As a cancer survivor, Miranda shares her personal journey of being diagnosed in her early 30s and the challenges she faced while raising young children. Next, political commentator, Mo'Kelly, joins Meghan to dissect the chaotic panel at the National Association of Black Journalists Convention involving Trump and his peculiar comments about VP Harris being biracial. To wrap up the show on a lighter note, our favorite reality TV expert, Carlos King, drops in to spill all the juicy Bravo news from this week, including his exclusive interview with the 'Real Housewives of Orange County' stars.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 1h 3min

JD Vance’s Scandal & Kamala Harris's Media Frenzy: Is it Working? ft. Mark Halperin

Meghan and Miranda kick off the show by sharing their thoughts on the 'White Women For Kamala' group calls and the various identity group calls on the schedule. Later, political journalist Mark Halperin joins Meghan to discuss how he broke the year's biggest story: President Biden's decision to resign from his campaign. He also shares his insights on Vice President Harris' campaign and the latest developments with JD Vance. Finally, Meghan and Miranda wrap up with a discussion about the Olympics and brainstorm ways to salvage Katy Perry's underwhelming album rollout.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 25min

Could Kamala Harris Win the Election? ft. Tim Hogan & V Spehar

You asked, so we delivered! It's Democrat Day here on Citizen McCain. First, Meghan and Miranda dive into Jennifer Aniston's reaction to JD Vance's controversial comments about childfree women and their investment in the U.S. Next, Meghan sits down with Tim Hogan, former strategist for Hillary Clinton, to discuss his insights on the current race, the rollout of JD Vance's campaign, and Kamala Harris' bid for President. TikTok sensation V Spehar, from Under The Desk News, joins us to unpack the unique "feminonomenon" surrounding Kamala Harris' campaign on social media.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 53min

D.C. BOMBSHELL: Kamala Harris Replaces Biden, Trump Regroups ft. Hogan Gidley

Let's be real, the biggest news of the month is President Biden stepping down from the election and passing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. She has been warmly embraced by fellow Democrats and Gen Z content creators on social media. Meghan and her friend Hogan Gidley, a MAGA insider, discuss how Trump's campaign is recalibrating their strategy in response to this unexpected development. Additionally, Meghan and Miranda review the movie 'Twisters'—find out if it's worth hiring a babysitter for or if you're better off streaming it at home.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 60min

Meghan McCain On Why Biden Is LIKELY To Be OUT This Weekend Feat. Ben Ferguson

Meghan opens the show talking about how old school Republicans like her still exist, and wonders if there is still a place for her in the GOP. Then, Ben Ferguson calls in from the floor of the Republican National Convention. He's been hearing that former President Trump is "different, in a good way" following the attempt on his life earlier this week. Ben also tries to convince Meghan that JD Vance is a solid VP pick, plus we're all waiting on Joe Biden's campaign suspension announcement.

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