The Smerconish Podcast

Ahead of this weekend's football game, listen to a great storyteller in this episode. From February 2010, just ahead of Superbowl 44, Michael spoke with the late Steve Sabol (1942-2012), then-President and one of the founders of NFL Films. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Smerconish chats with Michael Cohen, a lawyer who formally worked under Donald Trump, as the two discuss Trump's controversies and legal issues. Callers also weigh in with their own opinions. Original air date 09 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael offers his thoughts on President Biden's State of the Union address, focusing on four particular numbers you need to know. Plus, the awkward presence of Congressman George Santos (R-NY). Original air date 8 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retired Admiral James Stavridis, in his weekly conversation with Michael, weighs in on the Chinese Balloon and the latest in Ukraine, including whether the US should be helping in the conflict more. Original air date 7 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pervez Musharraf, who served as President of Pakistan from 2001-2008, passed away on 5 February 2023. He once came to Michael's house for dinner. It's a must-listen that you do not want to miss. Original air date 6 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Erik X, the (unofficial) CEO and Intern at Smerconish.com, calls Michael out on how he interacts with Peleton after catching a glimpse on Instagram, of Michael riding with instructor Leanne Hainsby. Original air date 3 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

White House Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, former Mayor of New Orleans, joins Michael to talk about investing in roads, bridges, water systems, mine lands, high speed internet, clean energy and more. Original air date 2 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Wide World of News Political Analyst Mark Halperin offers insight on the latest on the Republican 2024 presidential race. Original air date 1 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael talks with Virginia Sole-Smith about her NY Times Op-Ed "Why the New Obesity Guidelines for Kids Terrify Me." Smith is the author of "The Eating Instinct" and the forthcoming book (April 2023) "Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture." Original air date 31 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

A conversation on classified materials with Richard Clarke, who served for 30 years in national security policy roles, and 10 years in the White House National Security Council under three different presidents. Original air date 27 January 2023 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senator Chris Coons joins Michael in studio for a wide-ranging conversation on the news of the day. Original air date 27 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael talks to Washington Post Global Opinions Columnist Jason Rezaian, following comments from former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about Rezaian's former colleague, murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Original air date 26 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich Thau, President of the research firm Engagious, talks with Michael about a controversial proposal from the Federal Trade Commission that could affect millions of American workers, regarding the use of non-complete clauses and contracts. Original air date 25 January 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

In the wake of yet another mass shooting in California, Michael offers a commentary on how people support - or don't support - law enforcement, looking at a piece in the LA Times, "LAPD ban of 'thin blue line' flags is latest salvo in culture war." Original air date 24 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

Valerie Bauerline has owned the story of South Carolina ex-attorney Alex Murdaugh's murder case for The Wall Street Journal. She speaks with Michael on the opening day of the trial, which begins today with jury selection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rock musician David Crosby has passed away at 81 years old. Michael and TC reminisce over his 2004 interview with the Hall of Fame member, during the height of the Iraq war. Original air date 20 January 2023 - the interview was recorded 7 March 2004. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael welcomes back Retired Admiral James Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, with his latest thoughts on the US involvement in Ukraine, plus, ocean pirates are back, and more conversation on world affairs. Original air date 19 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

During New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge's historic home run stretch this past MLB season, Michael spoke with David Waldstein at The New York Times on his piece "For Major Milestones, MLB Trusts but Verifies." Original air date 28 September 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ever wanted to avoid the toll fees of turnpikes and tollways? Many do by defacing their license plates with tape, paint, or other common items, but this man, Streetsblog NYC Editor Gersh Kuntzman, stands in the way of vandalism by upkeeping license plates in his community. He joins Michael Smerconish in a riveting talk on tolls, plates, and police. Callers also contribute to the conversation with...

How ambitious are you? Original air date 3 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Tell it Early, Tell it All, Tell it Yourself." That is always the advice from crisis management expert Lanny Davis, who joins Michael to talk about the case of President Biden's classified documents, recently found in his home in Wilmington DE. Original air date 13 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Michael Schmidt, New York Times Washington Correspondent, joins Michael on today's front page story, "Hunter Biden's Tangled Tale Comes Front And Center." Original air date 12 January 2023 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wide World of News political analyst Mark Halperin offers up his latest "Fake Ron Klain Memo" that makes some very real points about the discovery of classified documents in an office that President Biden once used while servicing as Vice President. Original air date 11 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Michael's thoughts on the discovery of classified documents once used by Joe Biden before he became President. Original air date 10 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael delivers an opening commentary on the news of the day including whether schools should stay open on snow days now that they can teach and learn virtually, and, on President Biden's visit to the southern border and the implications of title 42. But, the words are not his own....they come from artificial intelligence. Original air date 9 January 2023 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....