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The Paolini Perspective

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'The Paolini Perspective' is a weekly politics and pop-culture podcast featuring FOX 5 Vice President and General Manager, Patrick Paolini and FOX 5 contributor Sarah Fraser.
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Episodes

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 165

AOC at the Met Gala! Patrick and Sarah share their reactions. Thoughts on 9/11, the documentaries honoring 20 years since the tragic day, and are we as patriotic as we were in 2001? Plus, first week of the NFL, and college football. Justice Breyer talks retirement, and the latest on vaccines and Covid19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 202147 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 164

Patrick and Sarah talk their recent experiences with attending live events. What's the point of proof of vaccine at an outdoor event and having to wear a mask? Plus, the Texas Abortion Law, Patrick and Sarah share their thoughts, and should Ruth Bader Ginsburg have retired during the Obama administration? Federal aid ends this week, what does it mean for the economy? And sports chat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 08, 202139 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 163

America has left Afghanistan, sort of. Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest news, and can President Biden's Presidency survive the blunders of the past three weeks? Gov. Newsom in California will he survive the recall? DC's disastrous gambling app, why has it been such a failure? Is Al Roker too old to be covering hurricanes? The excitement of golf and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 31, 202144 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 162

Patrick and Sarah talk the latest in Afghanistan, should President Biden extend the Aug. 31st deadline in order to make sure all Americans and our allies are out? The Washington Football Team has some new name options, the latest on masks, covid, and vaccine updates. Patrick and Sarah share their thoughts on Gov. Cuomo allegedly abandoning his dog, and the Jeopardy host debacle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 25, 202142 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 161

Patrick and Sarah chat the exit of Afghanistan, President Biden's speech essentially saying the buck stops with him and then blaming everyone else. What does this mean for terrorism, and next steps for the US and Afghanistan relations? Loudoun County Schools have been debating transgender rights, Patrick and Sarah share their thoughts, Patrick's juice cleanse and the new NFL rule that has everyone shaking their heads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 202144 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 160

Patrick and Sarah talk the low ratings of the Olympics, what could have caused it? Plus, the latest on mask mandates and mask mandates in schools. Why is Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam not using the words mask mandate. Scarlett Johansen's lawsuit against Disney and have they handled it all wrong? Former President Obama's 60th Birthday bash a big mistake? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 10, 202139 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 159

MASKS, MASKS, MASKS! Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest from the CDC when it comes to masks and vaccines, will businesses really tolerate a return of mandated masks? Mayor Bowser violating her own mask rules, and a Tennessee school is going trying 'masks in motion,' should the rest of the country follow? Simone Biles returning to the Olympics, US Women's Soccer big lose, and should bronze medals be removed altogether? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 03, 202140 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 158

Patrick and Sarah discuss Simone Biles withdrawing from the Olympics. DC Mayor Bowser is asking to hire 170 new police officers and a $11 million budget to combat DC violence, is it time to retire the 'defund the police' term? Continued thoughts on mask mandates for schools, businesses, and CDC. Is the CDC losing credibility? Plus, the latest on the House select committee investigating Jan. 6th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 29, 202143 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 157

Patrick and Sarah chat the latest mask mandates coming back to LA, are they totally ridiculous? Thoughts on the shooting at Nats park over the weekend. The first Capitol rioter has been sentenced, is his 8-month sentence enough? The latest on the Olympics, and Prince Harry is writing a tell all book will Patrick and Sarah be pre-ordering? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 20, 202151 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 156

Patrick and Sarah are semi-live from a cafe today so enjoy the background noise! Sarah is podcasting from a coffee shop in Northern Michigan. Patrick and Sarah chat the racism post Euros 2021, Eric Adams and the rise of the anti-woke Democrat. Plus, can Bill Cosby make a comeback and why wasn't Phylicia Rashad fired from Howard after her comments supporting Cosby? Thoughts on Texas Democrats fleeing to DC to stop a bill on voter rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Jul 13, 202144 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 155

Patrick and Sarah return after a week-long vacation to talk about former President Trump's CEO being indicted for tax fraud and other charges. Plus, Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension and President Biden's comments on it. NCAA athletes and NIL. #FreeBritney, Delta variant, Gwen Berry's flag protest and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 06, 202149 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 153

Patrick and Sarah chat local schools resuming in person classes in the fall but why do vaccinated students still need to wear a mask? The latest on the Chrissy Teigen controversy, is her career over? Plus, after Chrisitan Eriksen collapsed on the field should the UEFA have postponed the game? Thoughts on the NYC Mayor run, and Jeffrey Toobin's return to TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 16, 202132 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 152

It gets heated on this episode of TPP. Patrick and Sarah debate golf Jon Rahm being pulled from the Memorial tournament, does the PGA and other major sports outlets need to update their COVID protocols? The filibuster, should the Dems end it? Patrick shares his thoughts on Sen. Joe Manchin saying he won't vote to end it. Plus, the Catholic Church updates policies, Patrick's wedding anniversary, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 08, 202138 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 151

Patrick and Sarah talk lots of sports and pop-culture today. How could the Naomi Osaka situation have been handled differently? Plus, NBA fans have gotten out of control is it time to fine unruly spectators thousands of dollars? A Texas valedictorian decided to go rogue and give a speech about the new Texas abortion laws should her mic have been cut? Plus, thoughts on the first Republican Filibuster to block a Jan 6 investigation and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Jun 03, 202144 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 150

Patrick and Sarah talk about the latest guidelines from the CDC, the huge win for Phil Mickelson, and the disappointing finish for the Capitols. Plus, some businesses aren't requiring employees to wear masks, good idea or not? Mayor De Blasio announcing schools will be back in person, will more major cities follow? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 27, 202135 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 149

Patrick and Sarah chat the latest in CDC guidelines, plus Chrissy Teigen being canceled and dropped from major retailers. The latest in the NYC Mayoral race and Governors race. Should airlines start asking passengers their weight, it could be happening. And, UFO's spotted in US airspace Patrick and Sarah debate if aliens really do exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 202154 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 148

Patrick and Sarah talk Liz Cheney being ousted from her leadership position. Plus, DC doing a big reversal and opening for business. Facebook's decision to keep former President Trump off Twitter, and do students not want to return to classrooms? NBC has decided to not air the Golden Globes in 2022, Patrick and Sarah share their thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 12, 202150 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 147

Patrick and Sarah talk D.C. refusing to lift COVID restrictions to match Virginia and Maryland. With more and more people canceling their weddings in D.C. will the Mayor change course. Plus, should former President Trump be allowed back on Facebook and Instagram? An announcement is coming tomorrow. And, has the backlash for 'woke culture' began? A town in Texas has overwhelming rejected a woke curriculum in their schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 05, 202136 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 146

Patrick and Sarah chat the confusing announcement by the CDC when it comes to mask wearing outside, and discuss the lack of science that seems to keep driving their decisions. Plus, does Caitlyn Jenner have a real chance to become the next Governor of California? President Joe Biden's historically low approval rating and Fox 5 DC is hosting it's first town hall this Thursday at 7pm, you don't want to miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 202149 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 145

Patrick and Sarah return and it's an exclusive! Sarah reveals for the first time the name of her new baby boy. Plus, Patrick and Sarah discuss the trial of Derek Chauvin, is it a turning point for the thin blue line? President Biden removing all troops from Afghanistan, is it the right move? Halting the J&J vaccine, and Alex Smith saying goodbye to football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 21, 202146 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 144

Patrick and Sarah are back after a week off and coming in hot. Should the MLB have pulled their All-Star game in Atlanta over Georgia voting laws or would they have had more of an impact if they stayed? Thoughts on the 60 Minutes interview with Gov. DeSantis and unsubstantiated claims about Publix. Plus, Godzilla vs. Kong review, and vaccine passports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 06, 202139 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 143

Patrick and Sarah chat the hypocrisy of the NCAA when it comes to women's and men's basketball. The disgraceful gym that was given to the women vs the men and more. Plus, a victory for local sports in Montgomery County. Why are the Nats only allowing 5,000 fans in the stadium? Plus, Patrick reflects on the upcoming 1 yr anniversary of his father's passing to COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 202135 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 142

We're celebrating our 3 year anniversary of the podcast! HUGE, Patrick and Sarah reflect on the show over the past couple of years. Plus, thoughts on the Catholic Church's announcement on gay marriage. The latest on the vaccine roll out and Montgomery County's decision to not allow football games to take place. Thoughts on the Grammy's posting the lowest ratings ever and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 202137 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 141

Patrick and Sarah talk Governor Larry Hogan announcing yesterday that he's lifting caps on dining, retail and religious establishments. What does this mean for Montgomery and Prince George's County? Plus, the new stimulus package what are the pros and cons? Thoughts on the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle interview, and have we seen the last of Piers Morgan? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 202141 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 140

Patrick and Sarah chat Gov. Cuomo's sexual harassment allegations, his statement that he won't resign, and should Gov. Cuomo have been appearing on CNN with his brother ever? Updates on school openings across the country including a Berkley, California School Board President who is limiting school openings while taking his 2 year old daughter to school. Plus, an update on Patrick and Sarah's personal lives and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 202143 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 139

FOX 5 Journalist and Podcast Host Lindsay Watt joins Patrick and Sarah today to talk about her new podcast 'Siege on Democracy.' The podcast recounts the insurrection on the Capitol and the FOX 5 journalists that were reporting that day. Plus, Lindsay reveals upcoming guests including a grandmother from Pennsylvania who preached the Capitol and the FBI raid of her home that followed, does she regret being there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 23, 202135 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 138

Patrick and Sarah chat the acquittal of President Trump and where does the Republican party go from here? Patrick makes some predictions for the 2022 elections. Plus, NY Gov. Cuomo approval rates plummet after revelations of covering up nursing home deaths. Does the new Amazon headquarters design in Crystal City look like the poop emoji, and Fox 5 has launched a new podcast: 'Siege on Democracy.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 202137 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 137

Patrick and Sarah give a recap of their Super Bowl thoughts including discussing Tom Brady's competitiveness, and a short list of other athletes who are the greatest of all time. Plus, thoughts on former President Trump's impeachment trial, is the pressing giving Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene too much attention? Why is the vaccine roll-out such a mess in Montgomery County? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 09, 202135 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 136

Patrick and Sarah cover a lightening round of topics on today's show including the GameStop stock drama, Auburn Football getting a 91 million dollar facility but not paying players, NY Gov. Cuomo nursing home death reports were misreported, plus Super Bowl predictions. The latest in the fight to reopen schools nationwide and in Moco county, and why is Moco the only county in MD to not reopen restaurants to indoor dining? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 02, 202140 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 135

Patrick and Sarah chat vaccine roll out in the DMV, and Gov. Larry Hogan appears to be putting pressure on the teachers unions to return kids to schools by March. Patrick and Sarah debate if the unions and teachers really want to go back? The latest on the impeachment of President Trump, will he be convicted? Thoughts on this years Super Bowl and Budweiser's decision not to run ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 202136 min
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