Has The FCC's Media Regulation Outlived Its Purpose? Colbert's 'Equal Time' Flap, Explained

Has The FCC's Media Regulation Outlived Its Purpose? Colbert's 'Equal Time' Flap, Explained

Stephen Colbert says CBS lawyers pulled his interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico over concerns about the FCC’s “Equal Time Rule.” So what exactly is that rule — and why is it suddenly back in the headlines? Michael speaks with Associated Press national politics reporter Meg Kinnard to break down the difference between the Equal Time Rule and the long-defunct Fairness Doctrine — and why the FCC under Chairman Brendan Carr appears to be taking a fresh look at enforcement. Does the Equal Time Rule apply to late-night comedy shows? Why could Colbert air the interview on YouTube but not on broadcast television? And if this rule is enforced, what does it mean for terrestrial radio talk show hosts like Sean Hannity and others? After his conversation with Kinnard, Michael has a lively conversation with the audience about free speech, fairness, media silos, and whether the marketplace — not Washington — should decide. Original air date 19 February 2026. Like what you're hearing? Please rate, review, and share this podcast, and to hear more, listen to The Michael Smerconish Program on SiriusXM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Today's Poll Question: Is Donald Trump the Most Consequential President in 100 Years?

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The SAVE Act Explained: Voting Security or Voter Suppression?

The SAVE Act Explained: Voting Security or Voter Suppression?

The House has passed the SAVE Act — a sweeping election reform bill that would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. But what does that really mean? Michael Smerc...

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Today's Poll Question: Should Gallup Continue Tracking Presidential Approval Ratings?

Today's Poll Question: Should Gallup Continue Tracking Presidential Approval Ratings?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should Gallup continue to track presidential approval ratings? Gallup is ending a 90-year tradition of measuring presidential approval, stepping away from the ...

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It Was A Sh*tty Poll Question

It Was A Sh*tty Poll Question

Michael confronts a rare polling flop after a question about the Savannah Guthrie story draws the lowest turnout in months at Smerconish.com. Was it poorly worded? Too speculative? Or is the media ove...

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Today's Poll Question: Should You Have to Prove Citizenship to Vote?

Today's Poll Question: Should You Have to Prove Citizenship to Vote?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Should proof of citizenship be required when registering to vote?" The House has passed the SAVE Act, legislation that would require Americans to provide phys...

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Epstein Fallout Meets Midterm Fire: Mark Halperin On Trump Allies Under Pressure

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Michael sits down with 2WAY/Next Up host Mark Halperin to unpack the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein saga—including new document releases, testimony fallout, and fresh scrutiny surrounding ...

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Today's Poll: Did The Man On Nancy Guthrie's Porch Write The Ransom Notes?

Today's Poll: Did The Man On Nancy Guthrie's Porch Write The Ransom Notes?

Listen and vote at Smerconish.com, and please rate, review and share this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

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Inside Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: She Was A Sugar Cane And Tells All

Inside Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: She Was A Sugar Cane And Tells All

What’s it really like to be part of the Super Bowl halftime show? Michael talks with Chloe' Scretchings, formerly a producer on his CNN program, about how her love of Bad Bunny — and a late-night cast...

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