The Paolini Perspective: Episode 53
It's the one year anniversary of The Paolini Perspective! Patrick and Sarah discuss Elizabeth Warren's idea to erase student loan debt. Plus, Patrick shares his thoughts on the Mueller report being released. We debate Bernie Sanders believing that criminals should have the right to vote and share thoughts on fighting in the NHL.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 52
Patrick is away this week so we have a special guest! FOX 5 contributor and political comedian Tim Young is on the podcast. Tim shares his thoughts on Beto O'Rourke's nickname and his recent comments on Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, more turn over for the Trump administration as former DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen speaks for the first time since resigning. Tim also has thoughts on Felicity Huffman pleading guilty in "Operation Varsity Blues."
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 51
Our guy Joe Di Scipio is back on the Paolini Perspective! Joe is the senior vice president of legal and FCC compliance for Fox Television Stations. Patrick, Sarah and Joe talk about Joe Biden's recent allegations of misconduct. Joe weighs in on Mueller's report being released to Congress. Plus, the latest in the Jussie Smollett case and thoughts on Maryland raising its minimum wage.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 50
FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald joins the podcast to break down Robert Mueller's report and what this means for Democrats. Plus, thoughts on the arrest and allegations against celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti. Also, Kamala Harris wants to give American teachers a big raise, and thoughts on Gronk's retirement.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 49
Patrick and Sarah discuss Beto O'Rourke entering the presidential race. Plus, a new study says millennials are more stressed than ever over cracked cellphone cases, losing their wallets and fighting with a partner. Nancy Pelosi wants to reduce the voting age to 16 and Patrick disagrees with that. And Mayor Bill De Blasio implies that it was Jeff Bezo's affair that killed the Amazon deal in New York.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 48
Patrick and Sarah discuss "Operation Varsity Blues," the college admissions scam that brought down actresses Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin. New York schools are adding "Meatless Mondays" to their lunch programs and Patrick isn't having it. A recap of pop-culture over the past week including Jussie Smollett being charged, R. Kelly's interview with Gayle King, and more thoughts on "Leaving Neverland."
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 46
Patrick and Sarah do a pop-culture takeover show. They dish on everything from Robert Kraft's prostitution charge to Jussie Smollett and R. Kelly's arrest. Patrick shares thoughts on Michael Cohen speaking in front of Congress, and rants on the NBA draft age. Plus, Broadcasting Cable features Patrick and his podcast in their "5 Spot!"
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 45
Patrick and Sarah talk the latest in the alleged Jussie Smollett attack story. Was it a hoax? Did the media jump too quickly to assume Smollett was telling the truth? Plus, thoughts on Andrew McCabe's interview on "60 Minutes," the defrocking of Theodore McCarrick, and Amazon pulling out of New York. And, Patrick's wife posted the best Valentine's Day picture of the couple!
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 44
Special guest Joe Di Scipio joins the Paolini Perspective podcast again! Joe is the senior vice president of legal and FCC compliance for Fox Television Stations and a big fan of the Grammys! Patrick, Joe, and Sarah talk presidential candidates for 2020, Jeff Bezos and his National Enquirer scandal and the latest on Virginia's political scandal. Also, should police be allowed to access your DNA from websites like Ancestry.com without permission?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 43
Patrick and Sarah recap the Super Bowl: the commercials, half-time show, and the New England Patriots. Plus, should Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam resign due to the blackface controversy? Also, the controversy brewing with Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and more pop-culture!
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 42
"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett was brutally attacked in Chicago this week and police say they're searching for a person of interest. Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest details in the case. Plus, thoughts on Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam's third-trimester abortion comments and Roger Goodell's Super Bowl press conference. Also, restaurateur B. Smith is suffering from Alzheimer's and her husband has a girlfriend, and the internet isn't having it!
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 41
Patrick and Sarah discuss Roger Stone and make their Super Bowl predictions on this week's episode! Patrick shares his thoughts on the government reopening, plus, Sen. Kamala Harris and Howard Schultz running for President. Also, a discussion on the Covington High School students' confrontation at the National Mall and what the media got wrong. And, do you like Applebee's? Your fast food preferences may predict if you're a liberal or conservative, according to a new study.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 39
The first podcast of 2019! Patrick is joined by special guest Joe Di Scipio. Patrick, Joe, and Sarah discuss the government shutdown, the wall, and whether there is any end in sight to the shutdown. A Golden Globes recap, Patrick is wondering why people still watch award shows. And, thoughts on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez "60 Minutes" interview and the restaurant that wants to name itself "Pho Keene Great."
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 38
It's Patrick's last podcast episode of 2018! Patrick and Sarah discuss Patrick's Politico article, all of the latest investigations with President Donald Trump, and Michael Cohen is going to jail. Patrick discusses if Americans should be worried about New York's new attorney general who is planning wide investigations of Trump's business and Patrick's strong dislike for "porch pirates."
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 37
Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest in Robert Mueller's investigation into President Donald Trump. Will an indictment or impeachment really happen? Plus, who will be the president's next chief of staff? Patrick shares his thoughts on comedian Kevin Hart stepping down from the Oscars, how the Washington Redskins continue to be a mess and the outrage at the former Baylor fraternity president who was given no jail time in an alleged rape case.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 36
Patrick discusses the life and presidency of George H.W. Bush, the ongoing backlash the Washington Redskins are receiving for signing Reuben Foster, plus, thoughts about the Kansas City Chiefs letting Kareem Hunt go. Also, more schools are allowing parents to have lunch with their elementary-age kids, but is this a good idea?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 35
Patrick and Sarah discuss the latest developments in the Damascus High School sexual assault case, plus a Thanksgiving recap, Giving Tuesday, and chat about if the Phil vs. Tiger golf match was overrated. Local news is the most trusted news sources, according to a new study, and should high school students be given excused absences for protesting?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 34
It's a Thanksgiving week podcast special! Patrick and Sarah decided to forgo the usual political chat and instead make it all about pop-culture and life. They discuss how GQ says incredibly handsome men have a more difficult time in the workplace and the GoFundMe couple and the homeless man that are now being charged with fraud. Plus, have wedding registry's gotten out of hand? And, can Patrick only tweet positive things for a week!?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 33
Patrick shares his thoughts on the ongoing controversy with the Florida and Georgia elections. Plus, CNN is suing the White House, but is it a waste of time? Amazon is coming to Crystal City and renaming the neighborhood but is all the hype going to be worth it for DC? Plus, thoughts on Ocasio-Cortez affording an apartment in DC and more!
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 32
Patrick breaks down his election night predictions including if President Donald Trump is happy about the U.S. House and Senate split. What do some of the close races mean for the DNC, RNC, and the country? Plus, thoughts on the local Damascus High School sexual assault allegations, and is the movie "A Star Is Born" getting a trigger warning?