The Smerconish Podcast

Michael offers his take on a variety of political headlines lined up today at Smerconish.com. Original air date 18 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The morning after Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-WY) lost her primary reelection bid, Michael speaks with Mark Leibovich, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, on his piece "Liz Cheney, The Republican From The State of Reality." Plus, conversations with the audience on whether Cheney's influence is ascendant or in decline. Original air date 17 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:...

Michael has a discussion about the impact our lawns may have on climate change with California-based reporter for the New York Times, Jill Cowan. Callers also provide their own insights on the lawn care topic. Original air date 16 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A day ahead of the Wyoming Republican Primary, Michael talks with Will Walkey with Mountain West News Bureau and Wyoming Public Media. Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) is the last of the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach President Trump, to face her primary election, where she is trailing in the polls. Original Air date 15 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com...

Michael dissects the recent FBI raid on Trump's Mar-a-Lago home and attempts to decipher just what exactly law enforcement was after. Michael also reflects on how this news could impact Trump's future in addition to the upcoming election. Original air date 12 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

How will the IRS spend $80B that Democrats want to push into it? Nina Olson, Executive Director of the Center for Taxpayer Rights joins Michael to discuss. Original air date 11 August 2022. 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 about new research showing that, for poor children living in an area where people have more friendships that cut across class lines, that significantly increases how much they earn in adulthood. He speaks with the author of the study, Harvard University Professor Robert Putnam. Original air date 4 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for...

Michael offers a commentary on the news of the FBI executing a search warrant at the south Florida property of former President Trump at Mar-A-Lago. Original air date 9 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael saw Roger Waters in concert over the weekend after interviewing him at the end of last week. His interview with the Pink Floyd rock star, who has been very outspoken about politics, took on a life of its own over the weekend. Original air date 8 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...

Michael sits down with Roger Waters of Pink Floyd, on his new music and tour, and talks politics. Original air date 5 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MSNBC and NBC News Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos joins Michael Smerconish in a conversation about Alex Jones and the defamation trial he finds himself in due to previously made comments about the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The pair discuss legal aspects surrounding the case, and callers voice their own opinions on Alex Jones and the trial. Original air date 04 August 2022. Hosted by Sim...

Aside from being an active member of Donald Trump's presidential campaigns, Bruce Marks was also a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 2nd district in the mid-1990s. Michael invites Marks to the show to discuss the aforementioned topics and to share his own experiences of being a victim of voter election fraud. Original air date 02 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

After a brief announcement from President Biden, Michael discusses the killing of al-Qaeda's al-Zawahiri, both on his own and with CNN's National Security Analyst and Vice President for Global Studies and Fellows at New America, Peter Bergen. Then, Michael gives callers a chance to weigh in on the conversation. Original air date 02 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:/...

After a painful scooter accident, Michael provides time for Dan Henning to share the news of us upcoming surgery. The topic then turns to colonoscopies as Michael pokes at TC to share details of an upcoming procedure of her own. Original air date 01 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for a...

Michael spotlights the story of Jason Morehead, an Allentown teacher who was let go after attending Donald Trump's "Stop the Steal" Rally on January 6th. Morehead, accompanied by his lawyer Francis Malofiy, shares a first-hand perspective of the rally and comments on his status as a teacher. Callers are also given a chance to weigh in on whether Morehead deserved to get fired for attending the eve...

Michael speaks on recent news of the economy slowing down and the potential for a recession in the United States. Later, callers from across the country provide insight on the circulation of money within their own, various job sectors. Original air date 28 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

Michael analyzes Donald Trump's and Mike Pence's respective speeches in Washington DC. This leads into a discussion about the arising tension between Trump and Pence ahead of the 2024 election. Michael then provides insight on the investigations against the former president. Original air date 27 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Michael has a conversation with Michael Mann, the Distinguished Professor Director for the Earth System Science Center at The Pennsylvania State University, on the history of climate change and its impact on the earth today. Callers also weigh in and provide insight into their own climate change beliefs. Original air date 26 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adsw...

Michael invites Columnist and Author Gordon Chang to the program to discuss Nancy Pelosi's potential visit to Taiwan and China's backlash concerning the trip. Afterwards, Michael invites callers to share their opinions on the growing tensions involving the United States and the two aforementioned nations. Original air date 25 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.ads...

Michael is joined by Matthew Seligman, a Fellow at Stanford Law School's Constitutional Law Center, as the two discuss the newly introduced Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 and its implications on America moving forward. Later, Michael answers questions and receives comments from callers on the matter. Original air date 22 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adsw...

Michael invites Dr. Erica Anderson to the show to discuss the rise of trans students in American classrooms and how to go about sharing the gender identities of students to their parents. Michael also gives callers the chance to provide their own experiences as both teachers and parents. Original air date 21 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

Michael comments on news of the day pertaining to the Uvalde school shooting, Wes Moore's run for Maryland Governor, the January 6th hearings, and more. Original air date 20 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They're calling it "The Great Realignment." A big change is happening to the demographic makeup of both the democratic and republican parties in America. Michael talks with author and historian Thomas Frank, author of "What's The Matter With Kansas." 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 Graeme Wood, on his piece "Absolute Power" in The Atlantic. This conversation happened just days after President Biden met with Mohammed Bin Salman (MBC), though the piece was written in April. Original air date 18 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael has a conversation with Valerie Bauerlein, a national reporter for the Wall Street Journal, on Alex Murdaugh, the murder of his wife and son, and the details surrounding his indictment. Original air date 15 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.