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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 225

Patrick and Sarah return from Thanksgiving and discuss their break. They share their thoughts on the World Cup and the big win for the USA. Plus, how well did Tyler Adams handle tough questioning about discrimination in the US? Patrick and Sarah discuss former President Trump's announcement to run for president again, and the Commanders' controversial tribute to Sean Taylor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 30, 202246 min

The Paolini Perspective Episode 224

Patrick and Sarah discuss further election results across the country and what it means for both the Republican and Democratic parties. Will Ron DeSantis run for President? What should his strategy be if former President Trump runs too. Plus, the UVA shooting that took the lives of three students, and thoughts on the latest lawsuit against Dan Snyder and The Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 15, 202257 min

The Paolini Perspective Episode 223

Election Night in America RECAP! We're joined by long-time Fox 5 Chief Political Correspondent Tom Fitzgerald. Fitz discusses how the red tsunami didn't materialize. Not a good night for Trump endorsed candidates. We take a look at election results across the country, what does it mean for Republicans and Democrats moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 10, 202254 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 222

Patrick and Sarah talk about the latest with the midterm elections and share their predictions with just one week to go until Election Day. They also discuss Paul Pelosi's terrible attack, and ask: "Should all members of the House and Congress have security details?" Plus, the pair share their thoughts on Elon Musk taking over Twitter and progressives losing their minds over him owning the site. Patrick and Sarah round out the episode with the latest on sports, the World Series and more. Learn m...

Nov 02, 202245 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 221

Patrick and Sarah discuss the Fetterman v. Oz debate: Was it a disaster for Fetterman? What does this mean for the Senate race in Pennsylvania? Plus, sports predictions for the World Series including Patrick's thoughts on the Astros' prior cheating record. The two give their overall mid-term election predictions and discuss New York having to reinstate workers fired because of Covid vaccine mandate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 26, 202246 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 220

Patrick and Sarah discuss the ESPN story of Dan Synder having 'dirt' on other NFL owners and Roger Godell. Plus, the latest controversy with the Fetterman/Oz race, including the backlash an NBC reporter is getting for discussing Fetterman's health. The two rant about the MLB playoffs and a new story on Dr. Fauci saying school closures during the pandemic had huge collateral consequences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 19, 202247 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 219

Patrick and Sarah discuss the racist comments from LA City Council members. Will they resign completely from their positions? With less than a month until the midterm election, Patrick makes some updated predictions. Plus, we have the latest on the losing record of the Commanders, and Mayor Bowser continues to review DC Deputy Mayor assault charges and now residency controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 12, 202244 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 218

Patrick and Sarah talk sports. Does The Commanders Coach Ron Rivera need to be fired? Why do DC sports writers and reporters seem to put up with losing teams? Plus, the latest issues with President Biden's student loan forgiveness. Herschel Walker denies paying for a girlfriends abortion, and debating what platforms the Democrats are really running on this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 05, 202245 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 217

Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest polls heading into the mid-term elections. Plus, they debate on-going Trump investigations and the Trump family being sued by the state of New York, is it politically motivated. A damning story by the Washington Post on the FBI. Plus, why is Montgomery County, MD trying to ban leaf blowers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 202243 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 216

Patrick and Sarah discuss President Biden's interview on 60 Minutes, his comments on the end of the pandemic, Taiwan and more. The two recap NFL week 3 and share whether or not they think the Raiders need to fire head coach Josh McDaniels. Finally, Patrick and Sarah talk politics from President Trump's attorneys trying to skirt questions from the special masters to more predictions about mid-term elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 21, 202248 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 215

Patrick and Sarah discuss the passing of Queen Elizabeth, what she meant to people around the world and what the future of the monarchy will be after her death. Plus, what do the two think led to the Emmys having all-time low ratings? They discuss the latest in sports, their thoughts on heading into the fall elections, including how it's looking for the Democrats and Republicans, thoughts on inflation and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 202250 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 214

Patrick and Sarah discuss President Biden's comments on MAGA Republicans, and his student loan forgiveness, including why it still doesn't address the overall cost of college. Plus, recapping college football and the start of the NFL season. The two share more updates on the PA Senate race of Oz vs Fetterman. Finally, teachers have agreed to strike in Seattle. Patrick and Sarah discuss what this means for kids heading back to school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Sep 07, 202242 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 213

Patrick and Sarah discuss the student loan forgiveness that President Biden announced Wednesday. Plus, as Dr. Oz and Fetterman are feuding in Pennsylvania, how close is their seat race going to be? Patrick makes a new prediction on how many House seats the Democrats may pick up this fall. And, the two discuss Deshaun Watson's suspension being changed and Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy launching TMRW sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 25, 202252 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 212

Patrick and Sarah discuss the Mar-a-Lago raid, the response by Republicans and whether we will see details of the affidavit. Plus, the latest on the PGA Tour and LIV Tour - are both in trouble? The two share their thoughts on Philadelphia and other school districts requiring kids to wear masks, asking the question: Why are they not following the science? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 202239 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 211

Patrick and Sarah chat former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago club being raided by the FBI. President Biden and the Democrats big victory by passing the Inflation Reduction Act. Plus, Kansas voting to keep abortion rights, what does this mean for the Republicans heading into the mid-terms? Anne Heche's horrific crash and sports from the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 09, 202245 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 210

Patrick and Sarah talk about WNBA player Brittney Griner and Marine Paul Whelan's potential prisoner swap with convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout. Is this the right move for the US? Plus, their thoughts on the Deshaun Watson suspension: does it go far enough? We have the latest on the Montgomery County executive race where there's still no clear winner. Finally, should The Commanders ditch their "Hail To The Commanders" remake song? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Aug 02, 202239 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 209

Patrick and Sarah chat about the latest in election results for Montgomery County Executive. Is it ridiculous that one-week post election we still don't have a winner? Plus, more thoughts on masking and vaccine mandates for kids. They discuss President Biden recovering from COVID, the video of Senator Josh Hawley running away on Jan 6th, Fall election predictions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 26, 202238 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 208

Patrick and Sarah discuss the return of mask mandates in California and mandatory vaccinations for kids 12 and up in DC. Plus, a recap of Maryland primaries Tuesday night including who were some of the clear winners. They share their thoughts on Lia Thomas being nominated for NCAA Woman Of The Year award, the Nats looking to trade Juan Soto and more sports news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 20, 202248 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 207

Patrick and Sarah discuss the new video released from the Uvalde shooting. Should the entire police force be fired? Plus, a new poll says a large majority of Democrats won't vote for President Biden again. A mass shooting is stopped in Richmond, Va. And, breaking news that inflation has now hit a 41-year high. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 13, 202246 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 206

Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest mass shooting in Highland Park, IL. Will the new legislation passed do anything to stop these tragic events? Plus, why DC/Baltimore lost out on the World Cup bid. They share their thoughts on Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony in the Jan. 6th hearing. And, is Gov. Gavin Newsom gearing up for a Presidential showdown with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 05, 202244 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 205

Patrick and Sarah discuss the Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe V. Wade. What does this mean for the upcoming elections, and is the Supreme Court an obstructionist court? The Washington Post decides to endorses David Blair over Marc Elrich for County Executive. NYC finally lifts masks for toddlers, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 202251 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 204

Patrick and Sarah discuss the violence in DC over the weekend and the death of a 15yr old at Moechella, the shooting at Tyson's Mall, President Biden falling off his bike in Rehoboth Beach over the weekend, the January 6th hearings, and the FINA ruling on transgender swimmer Lia Thomas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 202240 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 203

Patrick and Sarah chat about the latest controversy between the LIV and PGA tours. Plus, Commanders coach Jack Del Rio is fined and apologizes for comments he made about the Jan 6th insurrection. They share their thoughts on the Jan 6th hearings so far, and local controversy about a commonwealth attorney being removed from a criminal case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 15, 202244 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 202

Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest with gun law legislation in the U.S. Are we getting closer to a bipartisan agreement? They also give a recap of the DC Mayoral debate that happened last week. Also, will Americans care about the Jan 6th hearings that start this week? Plus, more on the PGA and LIV tour drama, and results of the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 07, 202252 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 201

Patrick and Sarah discuss the tragic events that happened in Uvalde, Texas. The misinformation that was spread in the hours and days after the tragedy and will this mass shooting lead to changes in gun control in the US? Plus, DOJ sues to reverse mask mandate decision, and the latest in sports with NBA playoffs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 01, 202242 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 200

Our 200th episode! Patrick and Sarah celebrate 200 episodes with special guests Kirstin Paolini, Patrick's wife, and Joe Di Scipio, Senior Vice President, FCC Legal and Business Counsel for Fox. Patrick and Sarah discuss Patrick's daughters wedding over the weekend. Plus, is the NFL getting ready to vote Dan Synder out as owner of The Commanders, more thoughts on Roe v Wade, the Pennsylvania Senate race and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 25, 202250 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 199

Almost our 200th episode! Patrick and Sarah discuss the tragic mass shooting in Buffalo. New information that is coming out about Peyton Gendron, and will anything change with gun laws in the US? Plus, Pennsylvania primary race today, the latest in sports, and the baby formula shortage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202243 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 198

Patrick and Sarah discuss President Biden's new Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre. Plus, new research suggests how damaging keeping kids out of schools was during the pandemic. Are Americans more worried about inflation than abortion? Patrick and Sarah discuss, plus, sports talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 10, 202243 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 197

Patrick and Sarah are joined by Fox 5's Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow to discuss the leaked Supreme Court draft to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Who may have leaked the document and why? What would this mean for abortion rights and States making decisions on abortions if struck down? Plus, Patrick and Sarah discuss President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 03, 202253 min

The Paolini Perspective: Episode 196

Patrick and Sarah talk Elon Musk buying Twitter. Is all the outrage warranted or ridiculous? The celebrities that have vowed to leave Twitter, and more thoughts on Musk taking the company private. The two also discuss the FBI Chief revealing a 59% increase in police being killed in 2020; what is the solution? And, some personal talk with the countdown to Patrick's daughter Gabby's wedding and Sarah's mom recovering from kidney cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Apr 27, 202258 min
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