
Next Up with Mark Halperin delivers unique political insight and reporting, with timely conversations featuring prominent voices in politics, media, and policy.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 111 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily NewsPolitics | |||

Mark Halperin’s reported monologue reveals the Graham Platner story almost everyone else is missing. Then best-in-class political strategist Doug Sosnik explains why Democrats have the midterm edge — along with one big caveat. And Robby Soave joins ... more
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue examines the twin political outrages over the L.A. mayoral race and CBS News drama. He explains why the right is hurting its own cause by reflexively alleging voter fraud as the culprit for Spencer Pratt's loss. Mar... more
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue explains the significance of a Spencer Pratt general election campaign regardless of the outcome — and what his success reveals about the current state of our politics. The New York Post’s Lydia Moynihan joins to di... more
Mark Halperin’s reported monologue unveils his latest “8 for ’28” Democratic presidential nomination rankings, explaining who’s rising, who’s falling, and why he now believes for the first time that a surprise candidate could shake up the race. Plus,... more
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Was a great show. Then they went woke when they switched anchors. I'll miss this one...
Halperin is normally great, but he has affiliated himself with Megyn Kelly, who loves Jew haters Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens. Do better.
You let Megyn bully you with her flip on Islamism. You’ve lost my trust
Do you really think Bernie Sanders who will be 86 in 2028 will run for president?
The intellectual equivalent of wet cardboard
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A hard-hitting political conversation show that blends data-driven analysis with long-form interviews from insiders, journalists, and policy experts. Episodes frequently cover U.S. politics, media dynamics, and national security, often pairing a monologue from the host with back-and-forth discussions that surface practical strategies, historical context, and real-world implications for governance and markets. Noteworthy elements include a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, a mix of analysis and candid AMA-style segments, and a cadence that prominently features sponsor reads woven into the flow. The show is particularly strong for listeners who want clear takes on current events, deep dives into policy debates, and a DC-inside... more
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Recent guests on Next Up include:
1. Anita McBride
2. Spencer Kimball
3. Steve Maltepes
4. Joe Cunningham
5. Cabot Phillips
6. Rob O'Neill
7. Mitch Modell
8. Tricia McLaughlin
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