The Smerconish Podcast

Michael brings back an old benchmark from years ago, "The Muzzle Meter." Between Jack Del Rio, John Demsey, and Dave Weigel all making missteps in recent days...which is worst? Original air date 9 June 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 offers a commentary on the news of pro golfer Phil Mickelson leaving the PGA Tour, heading to the new Saudi LIV Golf Tour. Original air date 8 June 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 tells the story of a voicemail he received. Original air date 7 June 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To mark the anniversary of D-Day, a very special interview from Michael's archives. From October 2007, his conversation with "Wild Bill" Guarnere and "Babe" Effron, who served in WWII together, and were part of the inspiration for the 2001 HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers", and they co-authored the book "Brothers in Battle, Best of Friends." They have both since passed away. Original air date Octo...

Michael talks with Terry Strada, National Chair of 9/11 Families United, about the news of President Biden potentially meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman this month. Original air date 03 June 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 Danny Cevallos, co-founder of the law firm Cevallos & Wong LLP and legal analyst for NBC and MSNBC, on the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial verdict. Original air date 2 June 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 presents six legal/court related headlines of interest. Original air date 1 June 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 speaks with Dr. Jillian Peterson from Hamline University, on her research on mass shootings. Original air date 31 May 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the conversation around guns, gun control, school shootings, the 2nd amendment and other angles remains at the forefront, we dipped into Michael's archives to bring you a week-long special he aired in March of 2018, called "Aiming For Facts: A Week-Long Deep Dive Into America's Gun Culture." This is part 5 of 5, focusing on possible solutions to keeping the 2nd amendment in tact while also solv...

As the conversation around guns, gun control, school shootings, the 2nd amendment and other angles remains at the forefront, we dipped into Michael's archives to bring you a week-long special he aired in March of 2018, called "Aiming For Facts: A Week-Long Deep Dive Into America's Gun Culture." This is part 4 of 5, focusing on the legal aspects of the gun debate - you'll hear: -Pat Dunphy, Wiscons...

As the conversation around guns, gun control, school shootings, the 2nd amendment and other angles remains at the forefront, we dipped into Michael's archives to bring you a week-long special he aired in March of 2018, called "Aiming For Facts: A Week-Long Deep Dive Into America's Gun Culture." This is part 3 of 5, "The Brothers Nugent." You'll hear: -Jeffrey Nugent, Former CEO of Revlon, on backg...

As the conversation around guns, gun control, school shootings, the 2nd amendment and other angles remains at the forefront, we dipped into Michael's archives to bring you a week-long special he aired in March of 2018, called "Aiming For Facts: A Week-Long Deep Dive Into America's Gun Culture." This is part 2 of 5, "The Second Amendment." You'll hear: -John Lott, author “The War on Guns” and “More...

As the conversation around guns, gun control, school shootings, the 2nd amendment and other angles remains at the forefront , we dipped into Michael's archives to bring you a week-long special he aired in March of 2018, called "Aiming For Facts: A Week-Long Deep Dive Into America's Gun Culture." This is part 1 of 5 - an intro to the special, including conversations with: -German Lopez, VOX, "Gun V...

Michael invites journalist Mark Halperin to the program to discuss the Uvalde Texas school shooting and the politics of gun violence. Original air date 25 May 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 with the expert on Georgia elections - Greg Bluestein at the Atlanta Journal Constitution, on the morning of the primary election in the peach state. Original air date 24 May 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Tucker, Associated Press Reporter, on the latest aspect of the Russia investigation. He discusses his piece with Michael titled "Explainer: Why stakes are high in trial tied to Russia probe." Original air date 23 May 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 provides commentary on Joe Biden's current presidential status, and the likeliness of him running for a second term. Original air date 20 May 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 offers a commentary on the state of affairs for Democrats and President Biden. Original air date 19 May 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 the Pennsylvania Primary, a conversation with political analyst Mark Halperin. Original air date 18 May 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 welcomes NBC/MSNBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos in studio to break down the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial. He is co-founder of the law firm Cevallos & Wong. Original air date 17 May 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 with CBS News Correspondent Robert Costa, who was denied entry to cover an campaign rally featuring PA Senate candidate Kathy Barnette, and PA Gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano. Original air date 16 May 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 offers a refreshed take on Tuesday's primary election in his home state of Pennsylvania, highlighting the consequences of the commonwealth's closed primary system. Original air date 13 May 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 with Washington Examiner National Political Reporter Salena Zito about her coverage of the PA Senate race - the primary election is this coming Tuesday. All of Salena's reporting can be found at salenazito.com. Original air date 12 May 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...

Michael offers a commentary after Steve Schmidt, former aide to the late Senator and Presidential Candidate John McCain, wrote a piece distancing himself from McCain, saying he was lied to about an affair, and that therefore he lied while working for him. Original air date 11 May 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

Michael offers a commentary as another candidate in the high-stakes Pennsylvania Senate race is making headlines as the national conversation on abortion rights continues. Original air date 10 May 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.