# The Todd Blanche Nomination Standoff, New Hope for ALS Detection & the Secret History of French Cooking

An episode of [America At Night with McGraw Milhaven](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1660820255), 1 Aug 2026, 1 h 57 min.

Audio: https://pdrl.fm/1345aa/traffic.megaphone.fm/WWO8935334861.mp3

Tonight on America At Night with McGraw Milhaven, David Katz, founder and principal of Katz & Associates, breaks down the political standoff surrounding Todd Blanche's nomination, examining the latest developments on Capitol Hill and what the outcome could mean for the administration and the Senate. Then, Dr. Michael Benatar, Chief of the Neuromuscular Division and Vice Chair of Clinical Research at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, discusses promising new research exploring whether blood tests may one day help predict ALS before symptoms appear, and what these findings could mean for earlier diagnosis, treatment and the future of ALS research. Plus, editor and author Luke Barr shares the fascinating story behind his book, The Secret History of French Cooking, exploring the people, traditions and untold history that helped shape one of the world's most celebrated cuisines. And entertainment guru Mathew Wolfe returns to break down the summer box office, discussing the biggest films, surprise hits and what audiences are watching as the summer movie season continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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