Citizen McCain with Meghan McCain

Citizen McCain with Meghan McCain

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  • From Royals To Rage Posts What Is Happening Right Now

    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.

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    1 hr 8 min
  • What Really Happened In That DC Ballroom And Why It’s Worse Than You Think

    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.

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    1 hr 21 min
  • From Chaos To Honest: Meghan Rants, Fetterman Opens Up

    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.

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    1 hr 12 min
  • Lara Trump, DC Secrets, And A Very Weird Scientist Mystery

    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.

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    1 hr 9 min
  • Tax Day Meltdown, Mom-Shaming Clapback And DC’s Messiest Week Yet

    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.

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    1 hr 23 min
  • Swalwell Scandal Explodes As DC Gets Messier By The Minute

    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.

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    1 hr 18 min
  • Trump’s Iran Messaging Is All Over The Place

    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.

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        1 hr 24 min
      • Inside The Iran Debate, DC Hypocrisy, And The Bro Podcast Backlash

        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.

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          1 hr 18 min
        • Kristi Noem Scandal Explodes, DC Gossip Goes Full Housewives and Our April Fool’s Fail

          It’s Meghan’s first week back and we accidentally kicked things off by convincing everyone Miranda was leaving the show. She’s not. We’re sorry. Kind of.

          Then we get into the scandal everyone is talking about.

          The alleged situation involving Kristi Noem’s husband has taken over the internet. While we are not here to kink-shame, we are asking serious questions about hypocrisy, judgment, and national security risks when personal behavior collides with public power.

          We’re joined by Capitol Hill reporter Juliegrace Brufke, who brings the tea from inside Washington, where politics is starting to look a lot more like reality TV. From rumored affairs and DC “honeypots” to why members of Congress might not pass their own security clearances, nothing is off limits.

          We also break down:

          • The Kristi Noem controversy and what actually matters
          • Why DC is becoming “Real Housewives” with legislation
          • Ongoing scandals involving figures like Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Sanford
            • TMZ entering the political gossip space
            • A wild round of “Spill Without Getting Sued”
            • Plus Bravo drama, Jen Shah updates, and why Miranda might now be open to her return.

              As always, we wrap with your questions, including motherhood chaos, reality TV scandals, and what happens when politics and pop culture fully collide.

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              1 hr 20 min
            • Meghan McCain Returns, Iran Anxiety, and Airport Chaos

              Meghan McCain is back from maternity leave and officially returns to Citizen McCain with Miranda Wilkins and guest S.E. Cupp for a wide-ranging conversation on everything she missed and everything that somehow got even crazier while she was gone.

              Meghan shares what life has been like after welcoming baby Ransom, why returning from maternity leave feels like being shot out of a cannon, and why she is grateful for the time and support to be home with her family.

              Then the show dives into the biggest headlines, including rising anxiety over Iran, mixed messaging from the Trump administration, Lindsey Graham’s war talk, and why so many Americans still feel confused about what the actual strategy is.

              Also in this episode:

              Kristi Noem’s exit from DHS and the chaos around her firing
              Airport shutdown fallout, TSA line nightmares and what that means for summer travel
              The increasingly absurd conservative podcast wars
              Why Meghan, Miranda and S.E. feel politically homeless in today’s climate
              A quick detour into Bravo, Ryan Murphy, political sex scandals and why none of this feels normal anymore

              Meghan is back, the group chat energy is restored, and the chaos is very much still here.

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              1 hr 8 min

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