The Smerconish Podcast

MIT Professor Nathaniel Hendren joins Michael to talk about his research on how children are better off, or not, than their parents. The numbers change as the years go on during the 20th century, and it all focuses on the ability to achieve "The American Dream." Original air date 5 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Who do you believe will ultimately have a better standard of living: you or your children? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.ad...

Mark Halperin, political analyst, publisher of The Wide World of News, and 2Way host, runs through a host of new battleground polling data with Michael, just a week before a major debate between Harris and Trump that could change some numbers. But for now, the 2024 presidential race is still very, very close. Original air date 4 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:/...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Nine weeks from today – November 6, the date after final voting – will we know the election winner? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

Michael recaps and expands on a conversation he recently had on CNN with NYU Professor Scott Galloway about the demographic and gender divide showing up in 2024 election polling, especially data showing that young men are struggling and feeling left behind. Original air date 3 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Which is a better response by Israel after Hamas’ execution of 6 hostages: engage in cease-fire, or end negotiations and use more military force? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

New kickoff rules and more as the new NFL season starts this week - Michael gets a preview with ESPN's Sal Paolantonio. Original air date 2 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is it possible to cure the loneliness epidemic? Michael talks to Richard Weissbourd, a senior lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the Kennedy School of Government. Original air date 30 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Did you find Kamala Harris' assertion that her values have not changed despite her change in positions convincing? Listen to this podcast and please leave a rating and review...

Army officials hoped clear rules would avoid a damaging public spat with Former President Trump for his visit to Arlington National Cemetery. He gave them one anyway. Michael welcomes Washington Post political enterprise and investigations reporter Josh Dawsey to discuss his reporting in his co-bylined piece (with Isaac Arnsdorf and Dan Lamothe), "How a Trump visit sparked turmoil at America’s mos...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Is it a mistake for Kamala Harris to do her CNN interview alongside Tim Walz? Listen here, then leave a rating and review of this podcast, and be sure to vote at Smerconish.co...

Wide World of News political analyst Mark Halperin joins Michael to discuss the latest happenings in the 2024 presidential race. Original air date 28 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: When it comes to the 2024 election, what should be Mark Zuckerberg's top priority? Maintaining Neutrality, or Combatting Misinformation on Facebook? Listen here, then vote! Ho...

William H. Frey, a Senior Fellow and demographer at Brookings, joins Michael with expertise on newly released Census Bureau Data on how the US population has changed since 2020. One of his takeaways is how diverse the country has come. Original air date 14 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Is Trump really trying to get out of debating Harris, or is he involved in some other type of gamesmanship? Listen here, vote there! And, please RATE and REVIEW this podcast a...

The electoral college math has changed since Kamala Harris entered the 2024 presidential race in July. Michael spoke with Doug Sosnik, longtime presidential advisor and strategist, just before the Democratic National Convention about his NY Times Op-Ed "How Harris Has Completely Upended the Presidential Race, in 14 Maps." Original air date 16 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Are young American men justified in their belief of being overlooked and underrepresented in economic, political, and cultural spheres? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simpl...

Pulitzer Prize winning author of "Friday Night Lights" Buzz Bissinger talks to Michael after writing an op-ed in The New York Times titled "I Wrote ‘Friday Night Lights.’ Here’s Why Coach Tim Walz Stands Apart." Original air date 16 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: When VP Kamala Harris undergoes more rigorous questioning on the issues, will her poll numbers rise, fall, or stay the same? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

Michael offers a commentary on the third installment of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, where MN Gov. Tim Walz's son Gus stole the show, and, Michael noticed a common theme through the evening: A call for us to do more mingling with one another. Original air date 22 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Should prosecutors of 9/11 defendants accept plea agreements for life imprisonment or pursue death sentences that will be subject to appeals? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by...

President Obama and several others spoke on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Listen here to hear why the night left Michael exhilarated and depressed. Original air date 21 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: What impact would a Kennedy endorsement of Trump have on the outcome of the 2024 presidential election? Significant, Minimal, or None? Listen here, vote there! Hosted by Simpl...

Michael analyzes the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, offering his thoughts on President Biden's speech in Chicago that didn't start until really late in the evening. Original air date 20 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Should American weapons be used by Ukraine inside Russia? Listen here, vote there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...