Reading Trump & Putin Like a Book – A Body Language Deep Dive

Reading Trump & Putin Like a Book – A Body Language Deep Dive

In this eye-opening episode, Michael Smerconish sits down with body language expert Chris Ulrich, founder of CU in the Moment, to analyze the high-stakes optics of the recent Trump-Putin meeting in Anchorage. What did the red carpet, the handshake, the subtle smirks, and even the way the leaders stood and sat reveal about power, control, and unspoken dynamics?

Ulrich, a seasoned consultant in nonverbal communication and behavioral dynamics, breaks down the symbolism and stagecraft that played out between the two leaders. He explains why Trump’s shoulder pat, Putin’s quickened pace, and Trump’s open-palm gesture weren't just random choices—they were calculated or habitual moves loaded with meaning.

From the arrival choreography to the final moments of the press conference, Ulrich reads into every gesture, clap, steeple, and foot position, revealing how physical behavior can either project dominance or deference—and how both Trump and Putin used those tools to their advantage.

Michael and Chris also explore whether these behaviors are intentional or instinctive, what Trump might have done differently had he sought expert coaching beforehand, and how viewers at home can sharpen their own observation skills to spot influence, tension, and strategy through body language alone.

Whether you're politically engaged, fascinated by leadership dynamics, or curious about the unspoken psychology behind international relations, this episode offers a rare decoding of political theater at the highest level.


Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jaksot(1864)

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...

30 Huhti 37min

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

Chaos at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner: Inside the Assassination Scare

Chaos at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner: Inside the Assassination Scare

A shocking security scare rocked the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, raising urgent questions about how a gunman got so close—and whether disaster was narrowly avoided. Michael breaks down the inc...

27 Huhti 32min

Today's Poll Question: Was the WHCA assassination attempt a security success or security failure?

Today's Poll Question: Was the WHCA assassination attempt a security success or security failure?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Was Saturday's assassination attempt a security success or security failure? Michael examines the alarming incident at the Washington Hilton, where a gunman wa...

27 Huhti 13min

Suosittua kategoriassa Politiikka ja uutiset

uutiscast
aikalisa
politiikan-puskaradio
ootsa-kuullut-tasta-2
rss-ootsa-kuullut-tasta
tervo-halme
viisupodi
rss-podme-livebox
aihe
rss-vaalirankkurit-podcast
rss-asiastudio
rss-ulkopoditiikkaa
rss-pinnalla
otetaan-yhdet
the-ulkopolitist
radio-antro
rss-mina-ukkola
rss-polikulaari-pitka-kiekko-ja-muut-ts-podcastit
rss-girls-finish-f1rst
rikosmyytit