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Scott MacFarlane Monday Update | Michael Shepherd on Maine Politics | Stephen Brusatte on the Evolution of Birds
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- Jun 9, 2026
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Summary
Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven: Scott MacFarlane returns for the weekly “MacFarlane Mondays” segment, bringing the latest headlines and insights from Washington as he breaks down the stories shaping the national conversation. Michael Shepherd, Politics and Investigative Editor for the Bangor Daily News, joins the show to discuss the political landscape surrounding Graham Platner, examining whether the candidate is positioned for an unexpected victory or facing a difficult path ahead. Shepherd provides analysis on the race, voter sentiment, and the broader implications for the political environment. Later, Stephen L. Brusatte, bestselling author and renowned paleontologist, discusses his book “The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present.” Brusatte explores the remarkable evolutionary journey of birds, tracing their lineage from the age of dinosaurs to the diverse species that populate the world today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices