Later, Zack Beining, America at Night’s Oscar correspondent, took listeners behind the scenes of the Academy Awards, sharing firsthand insight from his work as a seat filler, red carpet escort, and backstage presence — offering a unique look at how Hollywood’s biggest night really operates beyond the cameras.

Next, Jared Walczak, Senior Fellow at the Tax Foundation, analyzed Washington State’s new wealth tax on millionaires, explaining how the policy works, the legal and economic debates surrounding it, and what it could mean for taxpayers and businesses.

Later, Bob McNally, President and Founder of the Rapidan Energy Group, examined the current volatility in global oil markets, including geopolitical pressures, supply concerns, and what American consumers might expect in the months ahead.

The show wrapped with Theo Lewis Clark, Hollywood Executive for the Night, who joined McGraw for the weekly movie trivia segment, bringing a fun close to the evening’s discussions.

Next, Todd Littleton, a Tennessee farmer and agriculture advocate, explained how tensions and conflict involving Iran are affecting American farmers, particularly as spring planting begins and global energy prices, fertilizer costs, and export markets remain uncertain.

Later, James Jacoby, director of FRONTLINE’s “Remaking the Middle East: The U.S., Israel, and Iran,” explored how shifting alliances and decades of policy decisions have reshaped the region’s political landscape and the strategic challenges facing the U.S. today.

The program wrapped up with Bill Clevlin, founder of Bill on the Road, who joined the show for his weekly travel segment, sharing stories and insights from his latest journeys.

Next, Don Gerspach, National Director and President of the Missing in America Project, shared how volunteers across the country work to identify, recover, and provide proper military burials for unclaimed veterans, ensuring they receive the honors they earned in service.

The show also featured author Chris Jennings, who discussed his book End of Days: Ruby Ridge, the Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America, examining the events surrounding the Ruby Ridge standoff and its lasting impact on American politics, law enforcement, and public trust.

Next, Dr. Victor Matheson, sports economist and professor at the College of the Holy Cross, explored whether a small Massachusetts town could disrupt plans connected to the World Cup, highlighting the economic realities, local concerns, and logistical challenges that often accompany major international sporting events.

Finally, Marissa Marshall, Executive Director of the Badlands National Park Conservancy, joined the show for the weekly national parks segment to discuss the mission of the conservancy, conservation efforts in the Badlands, and why protecting America’s national parks remains vital for future generations.

Later, Axel Burlin, author of Beyond Brain Rot: How to Stop Scrolling Your Life Away, joined the program to talk about the growing problem of digital overconsumption. Burlin explained how constant scrolling affects attention, productivity, and mental health, and offered practical strategies for regaining control over screen time in an increasingly addictive online world.

Next, Josh Gill, Incident Commander for the United Cajun Navy, provided updates and insight into efforts connected to the Nancy Guthrie case, describing how volunteer response groups coordinate search and recovery operations during major emergencies.

The show wrapped with Theo Lewis Clark, “Hollywood Executive for a Day,” who joined McGraw for the weekly movie trivia segment, bringing entertainment and listener participation to close out the program.

The show also featured Lt. Logan Ledkins, one of the special operations scene commanders during the Longview Fire Department balloon rescue, who described the strategy and coordination that helped safely rescue ballooners during the dramatic incident.

Finally, Bill Clevlin, founder of billontheroad.com, joined McGraw for the weekly travel segment, sharing stories and insights from his latest travels.

Next, Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation, joined the program to discuss ongoing debates surrounding religious freedom and expression within the U.S. military.

The conversation then shifted to energy markets with Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, who analyzed how rising tensions with Iran could impact retail fuel prices, refinery operations, and broader downstream oil markets affecting American drivers.

Finally, historian and Free Press writer Jonathan Horn, who previously served as a speechwriter for President George W. Bush, reflected on the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Boston, placing the Revolutionary War moment into historical context and discussing its lasting significance in the fight for American independence.

Then, Kevin Book, Managing Director at ClearView Energy Partners and Senior Adviser at CSIS, analyzed how escalating tensions with Iran could affect global energy markets — and ultimately American consumers — through oil prices, supply disruptions, and broader economic consequences.

The program also featured Gayle Feldman, author of Nothing Random, who explored the fascinating origins of Random House, sharing how the iconic publishing company began and the personalities that shaped its early success.