From Tragedy to Escapism: Politics, Cartoons, and Movies

From Tragedy to Escapism: Politics, Cartoons, and Movies

Michael reflects on a powerful and unsettling political cartoon drawn in the aftermath of the killing of Charlie Kirk (by Scott Stantis, exclusively for the Smerconish.com Daily Newsletter) — a piece that captures the intensity of America’s overheated political climate. After wrestling with the heaviness of the moment, he shifts gears to lighten things up with a conversation on film. Joined by Daniel Fienberg, chief TV critic of The Hollywood Reporter, Michael dives into their list of the 25 greatest sports movies of all time. From Rocky to Slapshot, Hoosiers to Caddyshack, they debate the classics, defend the surprises, and argue over what really belongs in the top tier. It’s an episode that moves from sobering reflection to cinematic joy — capturing both the weight of our times and the relief of a good escape. Original air date 12 September 2025. 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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The Final Days of Trump's White House, with Glenn Thrush

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Get Out Of Your Political Bubble: Befriend The Other Side

Get Out Of Your Political Bubble: Befriend The Other Side

Michael lays out thoughts on what he is working on for his fall 2022 speech out on the speaking circuit, following a study that came just came out showing nearly half of college students wouldn't room...

22 Elo 202222min

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Dana Bash, Chief Political Correspondent at CNN, joins Michael in a discussion about antisemitism in America; a primary topic in Bash's upcoming CNN Special Report: "Rising Hate." Later, Michael share...

19 Elo 202228min

Political Potpourri: Affidavit, Cheney, Oz, Strip Club Unionization and More

Political Potpourri: Affidavit, Cheney, Oz, Strip Club Unionization and More

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 fo...

18 Elo 202233min

Liz Cheney Is Playing The Long Game: A Conversation with Mark Leibovich

Liz Cheney Is Playing The Long Game: A Conversation with Mark Leibovich

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 S...

17 Elo 202239min

Green Grass or Green Planet: Lawn Politics

Green Grass or Green Planet: Lawn Politics

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 ca...

16 Elo 202234min

Liz Cheney's Last Stand?

Liz Cheney's Last Stand?

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 vote...

15 Elo 202222min

What's in the Mar-a-Lago Documents?

What's in the Mar-a-Lago Documents?

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...

12 Elo 202220min

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