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Citizen McCain by Meghan McCain is your new fave podcast for all things politics and pop culture. If you’re talking about it, she’s talking about it, and she isn’t afraid to get into it. We'll focus on trending news, celebrity gossip, Americana culture, and all the stuff in the weird corners of the internet. Meghan, an American icon, along with her co-host Miranda Wilkins, plans to tackle cancel culture, break down viral trends, and have conversations that you’re going to want to hear. A blend of entertainment and hard news with the Meghan McCain twist.
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May 15, 2025 • 1h 9min
Dems in Disarray, Diddy on Trial, and the Kardashian Curse
Meghan and Miranda are joined by Michael Knowles of The Daily Wire to break down the juiciest scoops from Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's Biden tell-all — including what Team Biden really thinks about Kamala, and why the DNC may be secretly regretting their support of activist-turned-poster-child David Hogg. Spoiler: they’re eating their own. Also: is Mayor Pete quietly plotting a 2028 comeback? We read between the lines of his recent not-so-subtle teases.
Then, pop culture commentator Shallon Lester stops by to unpack the jaw-dropping testimony coming out of Diddy’s trial, what’s next for the Menendez Brothers after a major legal twist, and while Kim Kardashian is headed to court… is the family deeper into their flop era. Is America finally over the Kardashians?

May 13, 2025 • 1h
Tariffs, Trump’s New Jet & Belichick Gossip?! Meghan & Mary Katharine Ham Break It All Down
Meghan is joined by Mary Katharine Ham to dig into the latest on the China tariff easement deal—will it actually cool down the trade wars or is it just smoke and mirrors? Then, they unpack the eyebrow-raising story about Qatar possibly gifting Trump a new Air Force One (yes, really) and whether it crosses the line into bribery. Plus: media takes on David Hogg and Joe Biden, and a little pop culture dessert with gossip about Bill Belichick and his much-younger girlfriend, Jordon Hudson.

May 8, 2025 • 1h 4min
Talking Bumbling Biden & the Dave Portnoy Antisemitism Controversy — with Billy Binion
Meghan and Miranda are joined by Reason’s Billy Binion for a sharp, no-holds-barred discussion on President Biden’s latest stumbles and the bizarre interview he gave to the BBC. Then, they dive into the controversy surrounding Dave Portnoy, breaking down the accusations of antisemitism at his bar, cancel culture vs. accountability, and the broader cultural implications. It’s a candid, layered conversation about politics, public perception, and the fine line between commentary and outrage. You don't wanna miss this one!

May 6, 2025 • 1h 3min
Is Trump's Economy Turning Conservatives Liberal?
Meghan and Miranda return with Citizen McCain and are joined by fan favorite Seena Ghaznavi. The trio dive into President Trump’s latest economic proposals—including the bizarre “30 Dolls” comment—and explore just how disconnected the administration seems from everyday Americans. Meghan even wonders if the state of the economy might be nudging her leftward. Despite the chaos, Democrats are still struggling in the polls, and the group unpacks why. They wrap up with a rapid-fire pop culture round-up: Prince Harry’s BBC interview, Michelle Obama’s new complaints, rumors about Alcatraz reopening, and a look at what’s going on with John Fetterman.

May 1, 2025 • 10min
Citizen McCain: Special Announcement
Meghan and Miranda have some big news! Thank you to everyone for patiently waiting out this limbo period because we're happy to announce that Citizen McCain has officially partnered with 2WAY. This means that the podcast will be back, twice a week and if you want - you can watch the full show live on YouTube Mondays and Wednesday at noon Eastern. Listen to this message from Meghan and Miranda for the full details. We're so happy to be back!

Mar 27, 2025 • 37min
Explosive U.S. Text Scandal & The Baldwins, 'RHOBH', and 'The White Lotus' Review
Meghan and Miranda break down the bizarre naked airport meltdown at DFW, the science behind spring mania, and 'The Baldwins' reality show disaster, including Hilaria snapping at Alec on the red carpet. They unpack 'The White Lotus' Season 3’s record-breaking episode despite negative reviews, 'RHOBH' losing Garcelle Beauvais, and rumors of Kyle Richards’ exit. Plus, could NeNe Leakes join 'The Traitors' Season 4? Finally, they discuss the leaked U.S. text scandal.

Mar 20, 2025 • 36min
JFK Files, Tesla Fires, and Gwyneth Paltrow’s Vanity Fair Story
Meghan and Miranda dive into the latest headlines, from NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore’s dramatic return to Earth after an extended stay in space to Elon Musk’s claim that politics delayed their rescue. They also cover the recent wave of attacks on Tesla, Senator Justin Eichorn’s shocking arrest, and newly declassified JFK assassination records. Plus, Gwyneth Paltrow’s Vanity Fair cover story reveals her thoughts on health, politics, and Meghan Markle, and Tracy Morgan has an unfortunate courtside incident.

Mar 18, 2025 • 38min
Kim K’s Cybertruck Stunt, Michelle Obama’s Podcast Flop & Beyoncé’s Backlash
Meghan and Miranda break down Michelle Obama's underwhelming podcast launch, Kim Kardashian's controversial Tesla Cybertruck photoshoot, and the rise of plastic surgery in political circles—especially in the Trump era. They also tackle the backlash over Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour prices and the Democratic Party’s sinking favorability.

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 5min
Tensions in the White House Press Room
In this episode, Meghan and Miranda sit down with Mary Margaret Olohan, The Daily Wire’s first White House correspondent, to discuss the growing tension between new and traditional media in the White House and the challenges she faces on the job. Mary Margaret shares her firsthand insights on covering college campus protests, the rise of antisemitism, and what’s next for former Vice President Kamala Harris’s political future. Plus, Meghan and Miranda break down the latest controversy surrounding Meghan Markle’s new show.

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 19min
The Power Of Comedy With Josh Wolf
Meghan and Miranda both share their stories of bizarre midnight occurrences that happened the night before the show, but that doesn't stop them from commenting on Meghan Markle's latest venture. They get into the weird interaction on 'With Love, Meghan' where the former royal snapped at Mindy Kaling for getting her name wrong. Then, they're joined by comedian Josh Wolf and talk about how much influence comedy has on our society, including politics. They also discuss how no jokes are off limits... as long as they're funny!