On this episode of Mid Atlantic, host Roifield Brown, broadcasting from sunny Oakland, takes on a transatlantic feast of political intrigue with guests Aram Fischer, Cory Bernard, Denise Hamilton, and Mike Donahue.

In the U.S., Kash Patel’s confirmation as FBI director raises alarm bells about the erosion of institutional integrity. Denise calls it “catastrophic,” while Aram points out the grim normalization of political weaponization. The panel digs into Robert F. Kennedy’s new role as health secretary, questioning what it means for evidence-based policy when a vaccine skeptic helms public health. Trump 2.0 looms large, with concerns about transactional diplomacy in Ukraine and a revamped "America First" agenda that feels all too familiar.

Across the pond, the UK's proposed youth mobility scheme sparks debate. Cory argues it’s a pragmatic fix for Brexit’s labor shortages, but Mike warns of political skittishness. Nigel Farage’s departure from Reform UK has mixed implications—could his influence truly wane? Kemi Badenoch’s warnings of Western decline also come under the microscope, with the panel parsing whether this is a genuine call to unity or a veiled push against multiculturalism.

Notable Quotes:

1. “We need these institutions to work, and they are being compromised from the inside out.” — Denise Hamilton
2. “It’s a hostile takeover of government, plain and simple.” — Aram Fischer
3. “If you think the park ranger was keeping you from living your best life, maybe reevaluate.” — Denise Hamilton
4. “Farage knows how to speak to regular people, but that doesn’t mean he’s good for them.” — Mike Donahue
5. “We need someone to present a vision of Britishness that feels real—not just a reactionary echo.” — Cory Bernard

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