Why the Super Bowl Still Matters in a Fractured America

Michael breaks down a Super Bowl that was more cultural flashpoint than classic game. From a lackluster matchup and standout commercials to Bad Bunny’s polarizing halftime show, Michael explores why the Super Bowl remains one of America’s last shared experiences. Drawing on a powerful Wall Street Journal essay by Ben Sasse, he asks whether the event still unites us — or reflects a nation increasingly divided by politics, culture, and language. Original air date 9 February 2026.