The Paolini Perspective: Episode 31
Patrick and Sarah discuss President Donald Trump's trip to Pittsburgh and the president's recent comments on birthright citizenship. Plus, Patrick rants about local TV sweeps and the scare tactic stories that stations use to try to attract viewers. Also, we discuss the failing ratings of "The Conner's" on ABC, Megyn Kelly out at NBC and University of Maryland's former head football coach DJ Durkin's exit.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 30
Patrick discusses the Fox 5 DC intruder and the aftermath of the incident including the outpouring of support from the media community. Plus, will the recent bomb scares encourage a political cool down from both sides? Thoughts on Megyn Kelly's blackface comments, people spreading their loved ones ashes at Disney and more.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 29
Patrick and Sarah cover a ton in this week's Paolini Perspective, including Stormy Daniels losing her defamation lawsuit against President Donald Trump, Sen. Elizabeth Warren releasing her DNA test, and will the "Roseanne" reboot be a success? Plus, thoughts on the female unemployment rate being at a 65-year low and the on-going debate of if transgender athletes have an advantage.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 28
Patrick and Sarah discuss Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation. And Taylor Swift is getting into politics, but should she stay out? Plus, what does Nikki Haley's resignation mean for President Donald Trump? Facebook is launching a new portal just like Alexa, would you allow it in your home?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 27
Patrick and Sarah discuss the unfolding FBI investigation into Brett Kavanaugh, and reflect on the information and hearing that happened in the past week. Plus, they weigh-in on DC considering raising speeding tickets to $500. And, Opentable is going to allow you to dine with a stranger, Patrick reveals if he would ever try this.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 26
Patrick and Sarah discuss the allegations of sexual misconduct against Brett Kavanaugh. The future of the Washington Redskins seems bleaker than ever. Will low attendance finally get the team to turn things around? An update on Patrick's home in North Carolina post-Hurricane Florence and one of Elizabeth Smart's captures, Wanda Barzee, is being released from jail this week, but why?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 25
Patrick and Sarah are fired up! They debate if the umpire in the Serena Williams controversy at the U.S. Open was really sexist? Patrick has strong feelings about the anonymous New York Times op-ed on President Donald Trump. Plus, Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation hearings, the doctor who demanded to be called a doctor on Qantas Airways and more.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 24
Back by popular demand! Joe Di Scipio, senior vice president of legal and FCC compliance for Fox Televisions Stations is on Patrick's podcast this week. Patrick, Sarah, and Joe cover Colin Kaepernick being named the face of Nike. Also, are taking college tours by private jet gross? Plus, thoughts on Senator John McCain's funeral and a California bill that requires women on corporate boards.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 23
Patrick Paolini is back from vacation with so many topics to cover! Why isn't the FBI involved in the Catholic Church sex abuse scandal? Plus, his thoughts on Michael Cohen pleading guilty and an update on the University of Maryland's football scandal, the passing of John McCain and is BMI really accurate? We discuss all of it during Episode 23 of The Paolini Perspective.
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 22
Patrick Paolini is out on vacation this week and Maureen Umeh is filling in! Maureen and Sarah Fraser cover the ongoing Catholic Church scandal, missing Mollie Tibbett's body has been found but what does the media coverage of her disappearance say about missing women of color? Omarosa says President Donald Trump wants a race war, and are microchip implants for employees becoming a thing?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 21
Patrick Paolini and Sarah Fraser discuss everything from politics to pop culture. On this week's episode of The Paolini Perspective, they chat about Omarosa's new book 'Unhinged,' Ruby Rose quits Twitter over her Batwoman role and the disgraced University of Maryland football team. What should happen next to the football coaches at UMD and the athletic director?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 20
There's more pop culture than politics this week on The Paolini Perspective! Patrick and Sarah talk about the Georgia professor who apologized for supporting his GOP candidate friend who is running for governor and the fake outrage over blogger Allie Stuckey's parody of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Also, could more companies be adopting a four-day work week and is it time for the Washington Nationals to get a new manager?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 19
Patrick and Sarah discuss what the latest news about the Steele dossier means for President Trump. Plus, the controversial "Stand Your Ground" shooting in Florida. The latest parenting trend is allowing children to decide their gender, we're talking about "theybies." Tiger Woods and his resurgence at the Open Championship is awesome for the PGA, and should director James Gunn have been fired over his tweets from the past?
The Paolini Perspective: Episode 18
SPECIAL GUEST: Joe Di Scipio is the Senior Vice President of Legal and FCC Compliance for Fox Television Stations. Patrick and Joe are colleagues and friends who have frequent texting disputes on everything from politics to pop culture! Patrick, Sarah, and Joe chat about Helsinki and the backlash for President Trump. Plus, what a Metro strike would mean for the D.C. area, Scarlett Johansson backs out of 'Rub & Tug,' and the D.C. City Council is thinking about overturning Initiative 77.
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 15
We're ALL CAPS! Patrick and Sarah talk about the Caps celebrating their historic Stanley Cup victory. Plus, Patrick discusses Robert De Niro's disrespectful comments on President Trump, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey getting trolled over eating at Chick-fil-A during Pride month, and President Trump's meeting with Kim Jong Un. And, two transgender track stars win state championship in Connecticut igniting a debate over rules.
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 14
Patrick and Sarah discuss reaction to their interview with D.C. Police Chief Peter Newsham. Plus, President Trump cancels the Philadelphia Eagles' visit to the White House and Miss America scraps the swimsuit competition. Will President Trump pardon himself? Patrick talks about ABC's decision to cancel Roseanne, from a TV management perspective.
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 13
Patrick and Sarah sit down with D.C. Police Chief Peter Newsham to discuss policing in 2018 and more. Chief Newsham talks about the Metropolitan Police Department's stance on ATV and dirt bike ride outs, and the decision to revise the shooting policy on moving vehicles.
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 12
Patrick and Sarah debate college graduation speeches. Should they be political? Will Starbucks' new all-are-welcome policy work, or backfire? Plus, they weigh in on the FBI informant investigation, send big congrats to D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on becoming a mom, and discuss their upcoming interview with D.C. Police Chief Peter Newsham.
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 11
Patrick and Sarah cover it all this week! They debate John Kerry's involvement with the Iran deal-- does he need to butt out? Plus, the 'Pooper-intendent' in New Jersey, thoughts on New York Attorney Eric Schneiderman's physical abuse allegations, and do DC sports fans need to raise their standards when it comes to winning?
The Paolini Perspective podcast: Episode 10
This week on the show: Patrick finished his last marathon this weekend in Nashville, and he raised over $30,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! Plus, Patrick and Sarah discuss Michelle Wolf at the White House Correspondents Dinner and they debate millennials blaming baby boomers for their financial issues. And, should President Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize?