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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Howard Fishman on the Reemergence of Yusuf/Cat Stevens

Howard Fishman on the Reemergence of Yusuf/Cat Stevens

Washington Post Magazine Contributor Howard Fishman with Michael Smerconish. Original Air Date 1 October 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information abo...

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Unsolved Murders, Insurance Fraud and Missing Millions: What is happening in South Carolina?

Unsolved Murders, Insurance Fraud and Missing Millions: What is happening in South Carolina?

Valerie Bauerlein, Wall Street Journal National Reporter, with Michael Smerconish on her piece "The Unraveling of the Murdaugh Dynasty: Unsolved Murders, Insurance Fraud, and Missing Millions." Origin...

30 Syys 202121min

Michael Becomes A Grandfather...Now He Needs A Name

Michael Becomes A Grandfather...Now He Needs A Name

Michael Smerconish shares exciting personal news. Original Air Date 29 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

29 Syys 202123min

An Incredible Night at the Reagan Library

An Incredible Night at the Reagan Library

Michael recaps an incredible opportunity he had: to give a speech in front of a live audience at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. Original air date 28 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

28 Syys 202122min

Ron Brownstein and the California Recall's Warning for Democracy

Ron Brownstein and the California Recall's Warning for Democracy

The Atlantic's Ron Brownstein with Michael Smerconish. Original Air date 27 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

27 Syys 202117min

Is the US today as bad as it was in the Civil War, The Depression, and WWII?

Is the US today as bad as it was in the Civil War, The Depression, and WWII?

Michael's commentary on filmmaker Ken Burns saying the US is in an era comparable to the Civil War, the Great Depression, and WWII. Original air date 21 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

24 Syys 202111min

The Changing Republican Party: Sane GOP'ers Aren't Giving Up

The Changing Republican Party: Sane GOP'ers Aren't Giving Up

The Bulwark's Charlie Sykes discusses his Politico Op-Ed "Why Sane Republicans Are Purging Themselves" with Michael Smerconish. Original air date 23 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

23 Syys 202113min

Mark Halperin on The Big Four: Debt Ceiling, Government Shutdown, Reconciliation, and Infrastructure

Mark Halperin on The Big Four: Debt Ceiling, Government Shutdown, Reconciliation, and Infrastructure

Political Analyst and Wide World of News Editor Mark Halperin with Michael Smerconish. Original air date 22 September 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for in...

22 Syys 202119min

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