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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Talking Tomahawks with Admiral James Stavridis

Talking Tomahawks with Admiral James Stavridis

Michael runs through several major global headlines with retired Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO. From Trump’s proposed Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine to the fragile pe...

14 Loka 202533min

If Trump Can Broker Peace in The Middle East… Can He Do It in America?

If Trump Can Broker Peace in The Middle East… Can He Do It in America?

If President Trump applied his Middle East peace strategies to America's political divide, would he succeed? With world leaders from all political perspectives praising Trump’s role in Gaza’s ceasefir...

14 Loka 202514min

The 5 New Independent Types That Are Changing Politics

The 5 New Independent Types That Are Changing Politics

Michael Smerconish talks with CNN’s Jeff Zeleny about a groundbreaking poll that reveals five distinct types of independent voters. From the "Disappointed Middle" to the "Checked Out," understanding t...

13 Loka 202523min

20 Hostages for 250 Prisoners: A Justified Deal or Dangerous Precedent?

20 Hostages for 250 Prisoners: A Justified Deal or Dangerous Precedent?

A historic hostage deal sees 20 Israelis released in exchange for 250 Palestinian prisoners. Michael Smerconish asks the tough question: Is this kind of negotiation justified to facilitate peace? He b...

13 Loka 202518min

Faith, Politics, and Power: What Americans Really Think About Atheists in Office

Faith, Politics, and Power: What Americans Really Think About Atheists in Office

Dr. Ryan Burge is Professor of Practice at Washington University in St. Louis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

10 Loka 202529min

If Middle East Peace Holds, Trump Should Win The Nobel Prize Next Year

If Middle East Peace Holds, Trump Should Win The Nobel Prize Next Year

Michael offers a bold take on today's Smerconish.com poll question which asks: "If peace holds in the Middle East, should President Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize next year?" From 2025 Nobel winn...

10 Loka 202519min

Dating an A.I. Girlfriend, And We Need 150 Friends

Dating an A.I. Girlfriend, And We Need 150 Friends

Michael Smerconish dives into two “Mingle Project”-themed stories that reveal how technology and loneliness are reshaping human connection. From a report that 1 in 5 teens have had a romantic AI relat...

9 Loka 202529min

Will Trump’s National Guard Deployment Spark the Chaos He Needs?

Will Trump’s National Guard Deployment Spark the Chaos He Needs?

Michael Smerconish dives into today’s provocative poll question: "Will President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops spur the sort of violence that would justify continued military presence?" ...

9 Loka 202513min

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