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Next Up with Mark Halperin

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Frequency: 1 episode/4d. Total Eps: 151

Next Up with Mark Halperin delivers unique political insight and reporting, with timely conversations featuring prominent voices in politics, media, and policy.

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Vice President JD Vance Takes on James Talarico as 2026 Midterms Heat Up

Episode 140

Thursday, October 1, 2026 • Duration 01:10:43

Mark’s reported monologue reveals the key elements of Team Trump’s midterm homestretch messaging, explained through Vice President JD Vance's latest stump speech, delivered this week in Texas, complete with colorful attacks on Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, and the themes, villains, and imagery that the White House thinks can carry them to victory.

Plus, Emma-Jo Morris joins to discuss how long President Trump will continue to dominate the political conversation, the challenges facing the left, and the potential 2028 Republican field if JD Vance and Marco Rubio ultimately don't run for president.

Eric Metaxas joins to discuss his new book, “Revolution,” bringing to life the extraordinary lives and heroism of America's original Founding Fathers, and the ideas that shaped America.

Mark also takes a look at what’s next for artificial intelligence under the Trump administration, after yet another historic week of technological, political, and economic developments.

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Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

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The 3 Senate Seats Republicans Can ACTUALLY Flip

Episode 139

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 01:02:31

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue goes inside four battleground Senate races Republicans may actually win – three flips and one key hold. Mark explains why Republicans have a chance to take all four… and what that means for the prospect of a blue wave nationally.

The Daily Wire’s Mary Margaret Olahan explains how liberal media bias is a big factor inside the White House… and how the Trump Administration feels about Republicans’ chances in the midterms.

New York Congressman Mike Lawler (R) joins to discuss his re-election campaign, one of the hottest House races in the country, just a day after his closely watched debate. He explains the formula he has used to defy the odds, while being targeted by Democrats to hold onto a district won by Kamala Harris two years ago.

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Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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A 2026 Midterm Shift + Megyn Kelly on Trump, CNN & 2028

Episode 138

Thursday, September 24, 2026 • Duration 01:04:39

Mark Halperin does a live reported monologue with Democratic strategist Doug Sosnik, who gives an exclusive look at his new memo on the 2026 midterms, laying out why he sees opportunities for his party that didn’t seem to exist even two weeks ago.

Then, Megyn Kelly joins Mark to break down the extraordinary Trump-Mamdani relationship, the future of CNN and broadcast journalism, AOC’s 2028 ambitions, and a potential JD Vance–Marco Rubio ticket.

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Connect with Mark Halperin on social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin
X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin

Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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What Campaign Spending Reveals About the 2026 Midterms

Episode 137

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 01:08:21

Mark’s reported monologue breaks down the 2026 midterms and the growing concern among his Republican sources about the prospect of a blue tsunami that sweeps the Democrats into majority control of the House and Senate. Mark reveals what he's hearing from political insiders and voters, the potential game-changing impact of massive campaign spending by Republicans, and why some Republicans say President Trump could be to blame if the GOP falls short.

Then, Republican California Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton joins to discuss his campaign, California’s affordability crisis, and how he plans to flip the state Red.

Plus, Dan Senor explains the evolving situation in the Middle East, the potential for a growing relationship between Israel and Saudi Arabia, and the new military alliance that might be forming in the region.

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin
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Connect with Mark Halperin on social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin
X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin

Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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How the 2026 Midterms Will ACTUALLY Unfold for Republicans

Episode 136

Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Duration 01:04:03

Mark’s reported monologue takes a fresh look at the 2026 midterms and reveals a totally different pair of scenarios from the current pundit mushy convention wisdom. Could we be headed for either a Blue tsunami or a death-defying Republican tactical win?

The Federalist Contributor Evita Duffy-Alfonso joins to discuss issues really weighing on families, her political clan, and her husband Michael Alfonso's Wisconsin House campaign.

Then the author of "Profit From The Profit", David Bahnsen, explains the Federal Reserve's rate hike, AI’s trillion-dollar investment boom, and how you can be making real money from the stock market. Plus, Mark replies to the latest reactions to his “8 for ’28” Democratic presidential rankings.

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Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms:
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Connect with Mark Halperin on social media:
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Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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Why the 2028 White House Race Just Completely Changed

Episode 135

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • Duration 01:06:54

Mark Halperin’s recorded monologue unveils his new September "8 for '28" Democratic presidential leaderboard, with insight from sources at the highest level of American politics, breaking down the latest information on the most likely Democrats to lead the party’s quest to return to the Oval Office.

Then, Professor Richard Werner, who coined the term “quantitative easing,” joins Mark to discuss the markets, Kevin Hassett’s economic outlook, federal spending, the budget deficit, rising interest payments, and the future of AI.

Then, Democratic strategist Hyma Moore joins Mark looking at the evolving 2028 Democratic field—including Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro and Rahm Emanuel.

What could the 2028 field look like—and what do the latest economic and political developments mean for the elections ahead?

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Connect with Mark Halperin on social media:
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Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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What We REALLY Learned From Trump's Midterm Convention

Saturday, September 12, 2026 • Duration 07:57

In this bonus episode - Mark breaks down the biggest takeaways from the Republican midterm convention in Dallas — including Elon Musk putting big money into Texas, Donald Trump’s going for broke, and JD Vance’s big 2028 splash.

Mark also examines the Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s strong reception and growing Democratic concerns that polling may be underestimating Republicans heading into the 2026 midterms.

Will the new Republican major wave of negative advertising in the targeted contests produce a surprise plot twist?

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Charlie Kirk: A Special Friend & Generational Inspiration

Episode 134

Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Duration 01:03:41

Mark’s reported monologue reflects on the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Charlie Kirk, one year after his death.

Mark Halperin speaks with Tucker Carlson about Charlie’s influence on American society, culture, politics, and faith — and the mark he left on a generation. Mark is also joined by Bryan Solomon, who shares a more personal side of Charlie through stories from their friendship and experiences together that many people may never have seen.

One year later, they reflect on the man behind the movement, the friendships he built, and the legacy he left behind.

If you have time to cut whatever you can that would be great so I can get all the socials ready to go out first thing tomorrow morning once episode drops.

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Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232

Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d

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9/11: Modern America's Most Important Day

Episode 133

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Duration 01:14:56

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reflects on September 11, 2001 — the attacks that took nearly 3,000 American lives, the extraordinary courage of first responders, unprecedented demonstrations of leadership, and the remarkable sense of unity that followed.

Former Governor George Pataki shares his firsthand memories of leading New York alongside Mayor Rudy Giuliani and President George W. Bush through the aftermath of the attacks, recounting the moments after the towers were hit, and how New York was reborn. The conversation also revisits President Bush's unforgettable words at Ground Zero: “I can hear you. The rest of the world hears you. And the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon."

Victor Davis Hanson reflects on how 9/11 forever changed America, from its culture to its relationship with the Middle East. A conversation about loss, courage, resilience, unity, and the enduring importance of remembering.

25 years later. Never forget.

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Why Republicans May Have Already Lost the Midterms

Episode 132

Thursday, September 3, 2026 • Duration 01:03:56

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reveals what political insiders in both parties say about the state of the 2026 midterm elections, asking whether Republicans have waited too long for the political environment to turn in their favor, and what it will take to change the trajectory. Then, Michael Knowles joins to give his preview of the midterms and look ahead to the next Republican presidential race, including what a Vice President J.D. Vance versus Sen. Ted Cruz showdown for the 2028 GOP nomination would look like.

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Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:

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