America At Night with McGraw Milhaven

Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven:

Liz Mair, veteran political communications strategist, opposition research expert, and Founder of Mair Strategies, joins the show to discuss Graham Platner's political prospects, examining whether the candidate is on track for an unexpected victory or heading toward a difficult political outcome. Mair provides insight into campaign strategy, voter perception, and the factors that can make or break a candidacy.

Dr. Sonja Swiger, Professor of Entomology and veteran Veterinary and Medical Extension Entomologist with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, discusses the alarming return of the screwworm, a flesh-eating fly that poses a serious threat to livestock, wildlife, and potentially humans. She explains why experts are concerned and what is being done to prevent its spread.

Later, author Eric Moskowitz joins the program to discuss his book "The Hardest, Longest Race: Henry Ford and the Cross-Country Contest that Changed America." Moskowitz explores the historic early automobile race that captured the nation's imagination and helped accelerate America's transformation into a car-driven society.

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Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven:

Former Vice President Mike Pence joins the program to discuss the latest developments in American politics, national issues, and the challenges facing the country today. Pence shares his perspective on current events, public policy, and the future of the Republican Party.

Later, historian and author Fergus M. Bordewich discusses his book “Centennial: The Great Fair of 1876 and the Invention of America's Future.” Bordewich explores the landmark Philadelphia exposition that celebrated the nation's 100th birthday and showcased innovations, inventions, and ideas that helped shape modern America.

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Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven:

Scott MacFarlane returns for the weekly “MacFarlane Mondays” segment, bringing the latest headlines and insights from Washington as he breaks down the stories shaping the national conversation.

Michael Shepherd, Politics and Investigative Editor for the Bangor Daily News, joins the show to discuss the political landscape surrounding Graham Platner, examining whether the candidate is positioned for an unexpected victory or facing a difficult path ahead. Shepherd provides analysis on the race, voter sentiment, and the broader implications for the political environment.

Later, Stephen L. Brusatte, bestselling author and renowned paleontologist, discusses his book “The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present.” Brusatte explores the remarkable evolutionary journey of birds, tracing their lineage from the age of dinosaurs to the diverse species that populate the world today.

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Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven:

John Long, Director of Education at the National D-Day Memorial, joins the show to reflect on the legacy of D-Day, the courage and sacrifice of those who participated in the Allied invasion of Normandy, and why preserving and teaching this history remains so important today.

Keith Cowing, editor of NASAWatch.com and former NASA space station payload engineer, discusses NASA's recent decision to reverse an evacuation alert for astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Cowing breaks down what prompted the alert, why it was rescinded, and what the incident reveals about the challenges of operating in space.

Plus, Theo Lewis Clark returns for the weekly Hollywood Exec for the Day segment, testing listeners' movie knowledge with fun and engaging movie trivia.

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Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, broadcasting live from WRHU Radio at Hofstra University:

Joe Nocera, former New York Times reporter, senior writer at The Free Press, and host of a new podcast, joins the show to discuss “The Lindbergh Conspiracies.” Nocera examines one of the most infamous crimes in American history, exploring the lingering questions, competing theories, and enduring fascination surrounding the Lindbergh kidnapping case.

Jeremy Barr, media and power reporter for The Guardian, joins the program to discuss the controversy surrounding 60 Minutes after correspondent Scott Pelley accused Bari Weiss of “murdering” the show. Barr breaks down the dispute, what it reveals about the current media landscape, and the broader debate over journalism, editorial direction, and audience trust.

Plus, Bill Clevlen, founder of Bill on the Road, returns for the weekly travel segment, sharing destination recommendations, travel tips, and stories from his latest adventures across America.

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