On Balance with Leland Vittert

Leland Vittert asks "why?" about the most pressing matters of the day, with an intellectual, balanced and sometimes irreverent take on the news. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" airs weeknights at 9/8C.___________NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYppFind us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyGHow to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

On Balance with Leland Vittert is a news podcast hosted by NewsNation, with 68 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  How affordable is America to live in?

  Aug 20, 202645 min

  On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses how interest rates are about to explode, making homes, credit cards and cars more unaffordable than they already are. Bill O’Reilly weighs in. Meanwhile, Flock cameras are facing nationwide backlash over their controversial use by police departments. Joe Carr examines the issue. Later, all eyes are on Florida as its primary for governor was held tonight. Representative and gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) reacts to the results. Also, looking toward 2028, will Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) enter the race? Mark Halperin, Larry O’Connor and Kevin Walling assess the possibility. Plus, ABC vs. President Trump: Disney is suing the FCC over the possibility of its broadcast licenses being revoked. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr offers his perspective. Finally, Minnesota's attorney general is suing Texas to get an ICE agent brought back to Minnesota for trial. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C.

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  Who are the Democratic front runners emerging for the 2028 Presidential election?

  Aug 16, 202640 min

  On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses how the Democrats are trying to distance themselves from the woke. Dan Turrentine and Batya Ungar-Sargon weigh in.Meanwhile, as the midterms approach, character does matter. Erick Erickson explains why.Later, has Vice President Vance snatched the MAGA crown? Mark Halperin examines the possibility.Also, the latest on the devastating Indiana floods. Fire Chief Scott Jones and Frank Toole provide an update.Plus, controversial Flock cameras continue to cause nationwide outrage as the company starts to pull back on data sharing. Sheriff Mike Chitwood assesses the response."On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #OnBalanceNewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYppFind us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyGHow to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

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  Primary voters lose enthusiasm for more progressive candidates on election day

  Aug 15, 202642 min

  On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses the latest on the severe storms affecting the Midwest and the catastrophic flooding hitting Indiana. Marni Hughes, Jonathan Whitham, and Representative Jefferson Shreve (R-IN) weigh in. Meanwhile, the primary results. Normies came out on both sides! There's hope! Is it time for a third party? Lauren Wright, Charlie Dent, and Chris Cillizza break down the results. Later, the GOP is making the same mistakes as Democrats did in 2024. Marc Short, Shelby Talcott, and Matt Whitlock examine the similarities. Plus, tariff refunds. You want to know why socialism is on the rise and the GOP is in trouble? It's because they won't criticize President Trump. Stephen Moore and Ryan Cummings assess the politics." This episode originally aired August 13, 2026. On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #OnBalanceNewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYppFind us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyGHow to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

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  New disturbing details emerge in Clancy trial

  Aug 13, 20261h 21m

  On this special two-hour edition of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses the closing polls across the Midwest in what is starting to look like a socialist victory. Donte Mills, Meghan Hays, Mark McKinnon and Madeline Summerville weigh in.Meanwhile, the horrifying Clancy trial continues, with new disturbing details emerging. Elyse Hershon shares her perspective.Later, is the term "Republican" toxic now? Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., responds.Also, the security incident involving President Trump and Air Force One. Kellie Meyer reports the latest.Plus, what does new polling mean for the general election? Scott Tranter analyzes the numbers.Additionally, polls have closed in Wisconsin. Live election coverage as Mark Halperin and Kevin Walling react to the results.On another front, more details emerge about the planned attack on Air Force One. Mick Mulvaney and Bill Sammon assess the implications.Looking ahead, a preview of primary races nationwide. Mark McKinnon and Madeline Summerville break it down.Finally, the University of Michigan has ditched letter grading. Dr. Derek R. Peterson explains why this does not help kids, and actually hurts them. #wisconsin #election #umich #trump #lindseyclancy #trial #truecrime #newsnationThis episode original aired on Aug 11 2026."On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #OnBalanceNewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYppFind us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyGHow to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

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  Democrats in Michigan determined to unite around El-Sayed | On Balance Full Show

  Aug 9, 202635 min

  On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses whether Democrats will actually unify around Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan as the general election for U.S. Senate approaches. Julian Epstein, Douglas Farrar, and Lauren Wright weigh in. This episode originally aired on August 7, 2026. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #OnBalance NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyG How to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

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