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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Graham Platner's Tattoo Trouble

Graham Platner's Tattoo Trouble

Michael dives into today’s poll question: Should Maine voters reject Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner over a tattoo resembling a Nazi SS emblem? After Platner claimed he got it “while drunk...

24 Loka 202511min

Inside Trump’s White House Makeover: The Ballroom Controversy Explained

Inside Trump’s White House Makeover: The Ballroom Controversy Explained

Michael goes in-depth on President Trump’s surprise demolition and reconstruction project on the White House grounds — a massive 90,000-square-foot ballroom reportedly funded by private donors includi...

23 Loka 202535min

Michael Sees The East Wing Demolition For Himself

Michael Sees The East Wing Demolition For Himself

Michael takes listeners on a spontaneous walking tour outside the White House, where demolition of the East Wing is making way for what’s being called the “Trump Ballroom.” From firsthand observations...

23 Loka 202516min

Mark Halperin on Trump’s White House Makeover and the Democratic Party Identity Crisis

Mark Halperin on Trump’s White House Makeover and the Democratic Party Identity Crisis

Mark Halperin is Editor-in-Chief at 2WAY, and host of Next Up with Mark Halperin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

22 Loka 202534min

Is a Zohran Mamdani Win Good or Bad for National Democrats?

Is a Zohran Mamdani Win Good or Bad for National Democrats?

Michael tackles a provocative poll question at Smerconish.com today: "Is it better for the national Democratic Party if Zohran Mamdani wins or loses in NYC?" Michael explores how the Mamdani campaign ...

22 Loka 202516min

No Kings Rallies Explained: Ridicule As Resistance

No Kings Rallies Explained: Ridicule As Resistance

Michael Smerconish sits down with Indivisible co-founder Ezra Levin, one of the organizers behind the nationwide “No Kings” rallies that drew millions around the globe. They discuss how humor and ridi...

21 Loka 202532min

The Unthinkable Option: Make Today’s Ukraine Map Lines Permanent?

The Unthinkable Option: Make Today’s Ukraine Map Lines Permanent?

A brutal poll question at Smerconish.com today: Should the Russia–Ukraine conflict be settled by accepting the current front lines as permanent? Michael breaks down why this option—awful for Ukraine—...

21 Loka 202513min

Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

In this episode, Michael Smerconish dives into the explosive debate over the nationwide “No Kings” rallies, which drew millions across America this past weekend. Two excellent voices join the conversa...

21 Loka 202527min

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