Contemplation Is Dying—And It Could Cost Us Everything

Contemplation Is Dying—And It Could Cost Us Everything

Ironically, you should put your phone away....AFTER listening to this episode. Michael explores a growing crisis hiding in plain sight: the loss of contemplation in modern life. Drawing on research from The Washington Post and Georgetown professor Cal Newport, Michael examines how constant audio, smartphones, and even AI may be eroding our ability to think deeply. With Americans consuming hours of content daily and attention spans shrinking dramatically, what are we losing—and what are the consequences for our minds, our productivity, and even the economy? Through reflections on historian David McCullough’s disciplined thinking process and conversations with callers, Michael makes the case for a “mental fitness” revolution—one that prioritizes silence, reading, and intentional thought in an age of endless distraction. Listen here, and then rate, review and share this podcast...and then put your phone away and take some time to contemplate. Original air date 21 April 2026. 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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A Legal Firestorm: Trump, Redistricting & the ‘86’ Controversy

A Legal Firestorm: Trump, Redistricting & the ‘86’ Controversy

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Today's Poll Question: Will The Comey Prosecution Ever Reach A Jury?

Today's Poll Question: Will The Comey Prosecution Ever Reach A Jury?

Michael breaks down the headline-grabbing indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. With legal experts questioning the strength of the case—and whether it will ever reach a jury—Michael examines ...

1 Touko 11min

Inside Montana’s Senate Shake-Up: Independent Seth Bodnar Takes on Both Parties

Inside Montana’s Senate Shake-Up: Independent Seth Bodnar Takes on Both Parties

Michael Smerconish sits down with independent Senate candidate Seth Bodnar to discuss his unconventional run in Montana, the controversy surrounding a last-minute GOP shake-up, and why he refuses to c...

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Today's Poll Question: Should Race Shape Voting Maps?

Today's Poll Question: Should Race Shape Voting Maps?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should race be considered when drawing legislative boundary lines? The Supreme Court’s latest 6–3 decision on redistricting could have sweeping consequences fo...

30 Huhti 17min

Did Republicans Just Get Called Out—By a King?

Did Republicans Just Get Called Out—By a King?

Michael Smerconish dives into a remarkable moment in U.S.–U.K. relations as King Charles III delivers a speech to Congress that may have carried more than just ceremonial weight. CNN’s Stephen Collins...

29 Huhti 30min

Today's Poll Question: On A Scale of 1-10, Rate the Biden Presidency

Today's Poll Question: On A Scale of 1-10, Rate the Biden Presidency

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "On a scale of 1 to 10, rate the Biden presidency." Michael invites listeners to render a retrospective judgment on Joe Biden’s time in office, as a new schola...

29 Huhti 10min

Too Perfect? The WHCD Shooting That Sparked a Conspiracy Firestorm

Too Perfect? The WHCD Shooting That Sparked a Conspiracy Firestorm

In the aftermath of a shocking incident at the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner where a shooter - potentially trying to assassinate the President - was apprehended at a security checkpoint, con...

28 Huhti 31min

Today's Poll Question: Are Geofence Warrants worth the risk to privacy?

Today's Poll Question: Are Geofence Warrants worth the risk to privacy?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Are geofence warrants - which sweep up the location data of everybody in an area - worth the risk to our privacy? Michael unpacks a pivotal Supreme Court case ...

28 Huhti 14min

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