Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe 2026 Political Scandal Survival Guide and Why 2028 Contenders May Sit Out Entirely, Plus Larry Wilmore on the Comedy Renaissance
Episode 91
Mark Halperin delivers his reported monologue on what it really takes to survive a presidential campaign, drawing on decades of experience covering p…
4 months ago
The TRUTH About Iran's Propaganda Battle and Biggest Unknowns, Plus Marc Short on the GOP's 2026 Chances
Episode 90
Mark Halperin delivers his reported monologue on the new uncertainty surrounding the war in Iran, breaking down the key unknowns and why China’s role…
4 months ago
Iran Ceasefire “Fog of Peace," Debating the "8 For 28," and The AI Revolution, with Jonathan Turley
Episode 89
This episode of “Next Up with Mark Halperin” tackles the growing uncertainty shaping today’s biggest geopolitical story, as Mark uses his reported mo…
4 months, 1 week ago
Why Rahm is on the Rise in April's "8 for ’28" Rankings, Plus Iranian Journalist Reveals Trump Strategy Next Steps
Episode 88
Who will the Democrats nominate for president next? Mark’s “8 for ’28” is back with his April rankings. In his reported monologue, he breaks down the…
4 months, 1 week ago
Mark Halperin Opens Up About His Career and Political Views, Plus the Truth About Media Bias, with Drew Holden
Episode 87
This episode of Next Up with Mark Halperin puts Mark in the hot seat. In a rare role reversal, he reflects on the personal and professional forces th…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The FULL 2026 Senate Map Breakdown - Which Seats GOP and Dems Will Pick Up, Plus the Battle For the Key Seventh Seat
Episode 85
In this special episode of “Next Up with Mark Halperin,” Mark uses his unparalleled sources to deliver a full-length reported monologue demonstrating…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Iran War and Midterms Strategy, Plus Ro Khanna on a Potential 2028 Presidential Run
Episode 84
Mark Halperin speaks with Congressman Ro Khanna of California about the real impact of the Iran war, weighing military gains against rising costs and…
5 months ago
Why the Iran Conflict Is More Complicated Than It Looks, Plus: Jonathan Freedland on Diplomacy vs War and Ralph Reed on Charlie Kirk
Episode 83
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue breaks down the latest developments in the U.S. conflict with Iran, explaining why recent U.S. and Israel strikes …
5 months ago
Truth About War Polling, and Sen. Rand Paul on Inflation, Gas Prices, and How Iran Could Go "Endless"
Episode 82
Tensions with Iran are escalating, and new risks are emerging that could make the mission far more difficult than the Trump administration expected. …
5 months, 1 week ago
Trump’s Chaos Messaging Strategy on Iran, Biggest "8 for ’28" Dem Contenders, and Biggest SCOTUS Cases to Watch, with Josh Gerstein
Episode 81
Mark Halperin opens the show with a reported monologue on the rapidly evolving Iran conflict and the role messaging plays in shaping global expectati…
5 months, 1 week ago