On this episode of Normally, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz break down the biggest political and cultural stories shaping the week—without the hysteria.

🔹 Congressional Showdown Over DHS Funding
With a possible government shutdown looming, Democrats and Republicans clash over Department of Homeland Security funding, immigration enforcement, and last-minute negotiations ahead of the February 13 deadline.

🔹 Blowout Jobs Report & Economic Messaging
A surprisingly strong January jobs report shows 130,000 jobs added and unemployment falling to 4.3%—but why aren’t voters feeling it? MK & Karol discuss media framing, independent voter sentiment, and whether AI anxiety is clouding economic optimism.

🔹 Crime Plunges in Major Cities
Violent crime and homicides are down sharply across major U.S. cities. Is this the result of policy shifts—or just better data? Mary Katharine and Karol examine media narratives and what’s really happening on the ground.

🔹 The Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
The mysterious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, has gripped national attention. MK & Karol discuss why the case resonates, the dangers of speculation, and the broader concerns about elderly safety and rising AI-driven scams.

🔹 Elite College “Disabilities” Surge & Stanford Dating Experiment
Why are up to 40% of students at elite schools claiming disabilities for accommodations? And at Stanford University, a new matchmaking algorithm is taking over campus dating culture. What does it all say about Gen Z, competition, and social anxiety?

Normalish takes for when the news gets weird.

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The Nancy Guthrie investigation continues to raise troubling questions — from early law enforcement missteps to ransom claims, cartel involvement, and potential cross-border complications.

In this episode, Lisa is joined by Jonathan T. Gilliam, a former FBI agent, to break down:

• Whether critical mistakes by the Pima County Sheriff’s Office slowed the investigation

• What the Nest camera footage reveals — and why it raises major privacy concerns

• Signs the suspect may be experienced, not professional

• The possibility of a Mexico cartel connection

• How community “force multipliers” can help — or hurt — an investigation

• Why hostage rescue teams may signal a larger federal strategy

Lisa and Jonathan also pivot to the explosive release of the Epstein files. Jonathan explains why the public push to “release everything” could complicate prosecutions, how world leaders can be compromised through intelligence operations, and whether Jeffrey Epstein’s entire operation shows signs of a coordinated intel play.

Was Epstein running a blackmail network?
Are global leaders vulnerable to coercion?
And could releasing too much information derail accountability?

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with author, activist, and firearms instructor Yehuda Remer, widely known as “The Pew Pew Jew,” for a candid conversation about Jewish self-defense, gun ownership, and the cultural shift happening in the wake of October 7.

Why have so many American Jews historically been wary of firearms? How did the trauma of the Holocaust shape modern Jewish attitudes toward guns—and is that finally changing? Yehuda breaks down the historical roots of Jewish political alignment, the generational divide on Second Amendment rights, and why he believes Jews should be among the strongest defenders of the 2A.

Karol shares her own journey—from longtime conservative who never owned a gun to daily carrier—and explains what changed her perspective. Together, they discuss:

• The surge in Jewish gun ownership after October 7

• Israel’s restrictive gun laws and what they mean for Jewish security

• Why self-defense is about more than just owning a firearm

• The role of education in changing minds on gun safety

• Divisions within the conservative movement over Second Amendment rights

• Raising strong, respectful kids in a chaotic political culture

Yehuda also opens up about his family’s Holocaust history, what motivates his activism, and why he believes Jews must reclaim their warrior heritage rather than remain passive in the face of rising antisemitism.

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