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America's News Hour

America's News Hour

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 In a world awash with talking points and echo chambers, America’s News Hour with Bill Bernardoni cuts through the noise and delivers substantive conversations. From hard-hitting policy debates to inspiring stories of leadership and resilience, Bill and his guests bring you a clear-eyed perspective on the week’s most important stories… without spin and without contrived outrage.

You’ll hear from watchdogs and insiders, veteran journalists to civic leaders, and from Beltway insiders, to those on the front lines of local change. Guests are chosen for their insights, not their soundbites, offering a variety of different viewpoints that push past typical left-right labels.

Bill and his guests dive deep into the headlines that are shaping our lives, from government accountability and budget battles in DC, to the real change work happening in local communities across the country. Bill’s no-nonsense style and experience in both radio and as a political consultant makes for thoughtful conversations that challenge assumptions and seek solutions.

America’s News Hour isn’t about chasing clicks or scoring political points — it’s about taking the time to understand what’s working, what’s broken, and how we can build something better together. Because in the end, accountability and efficiency matter — and so do integrity and trust.

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Episodes
  • The Power of Johnny Carson—and the Kindness Behind the Curtain

    The Power of Johnny Carson—and the Kindness Behind the Curtain
    Dec 23 2025
    Author and comedian Mark Malkoff joins Bill Bernardoni to discuss Love, Johnny Carson, a definitive look at the man who shaped modern late-night television. From launching generations of comedians to the quiet generosity few ever saw, this conversation explores why Carson’s legacy still looms large decades after he left the stage.

    Do you think there will ever be another cultural figure in television with the influence Johnny Carson had? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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    11 mins
  • Rising Premiums, Real Consequences—and a Moment of Cultural Reflection

    Rising Premiums, Real Consequences—and a Moment of Cultural Reflection
    Dec 23 2025
    As health care premiums rise, new KFF data shows many ACA enrollees are weighing impossible choices—from switching plans to going uninsured altogether. Bill Bernardoni and Ashley Kirzinger break down what the numbers reveal about affordability, bipartisan frustration, and congressional inaction before the show pivots to a reflective conversation on the legacy of filmmaker Rob Reiner.

    If your premiums doubled, would you change plans—or risk going without insurance? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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    10 mins
  • What the Data Says About Health Care Affordability—Straight From the People Paying the Bills

    What the Data Says About Health Care Affordability—Straight From the People Paying the Bills
    Dec 23 2025
    After a heated monologue on health care chaos, Bill Bernardoni turns to the data. In this segment, Ashley Kirzinger of KFF explains what ACA marketplace enrollees are actually experiencing—rising premiums, shrinking affordability, and why even modest cost increases could push millions to the brink.

    If your health insurance went up $1,000 a year, could you realistically afford it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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    9 mins
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