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 Gerrymandering Problem No One Wants to Fix

The Gerrymandering Problem No One Wants to Fix

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America Is Fractured. Here’s What Michael Told Thousands of State Lawmakers About Fixing It

America Is Fractured. Here’s What Michael Told Thousands of State Lawmakers About Fixing It

Michael reflects on an extraordinary day in Boston, where he addressed thousands of state lawmakers attending the National Conference of State Legislators annual legislative summit. From powerful spee...

5 Elo 202534min

Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Fresh off speaking at the largest gathering of state legislators in Boston yesterday, Michael talks about the surprising role of Ring video doorbells and how they are shutting the door on political ca...

5 Elo 202516min

How a College Student Solved a 57-Year-Old Cold Case Murder

How a College Student Solved a 57-Year-Old Cold Case Murder

In this gripping episode, Michael dives deep into the decades-old unsolved murder of 9-year-old Marise Chiverella from Hazelton, Pennsylvania. After 57 years, this cold case was cracked thanks to the ...

4 Elo 202541min

Should Ghislaine Maxwell Get a Deal to Expose More Sex Offenders?

Should Ghislaine Maxwell Get a Deal to Expose More Sex Offenders?

Michael broadcasts from Boston ahead of his speech to the National Conference of State Legislators, reflecting on political violence, viral poll results, and a provocative question at Smerconish.com t...

4 Elo 202513min

When Violence Meets Virality: The Manhattan Murder That Shocked & Delighted The Internet

When Violence Meets Virality: The Manhattan Murder That Shocked & Delighted The Internet

A woman is brutally murdered in Midtown Manhattan. The incident is caught on video. What happens next? An outpouring of online celebration, racialized commentary, and digital glee over a real-life tra...

1 Elo 202541min

Trump Wants It Back—But Should We? Revisiting the Presidential Fitness Test

Trump Wants It Back—But Should We? Revisiting the Presidential Fitness Test

Today’s poll question dives into a surprisingly nostalgic and controversial topic: Should we reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test in U.S. schools? Michael takes a trip down memory lane—from pizza d...

1 Elo 202515min

The Borderline Outrage: Why Canadians Are Feeling Disillusioned With America

The Borderline Outrage: Why Canadians Are Feeling Disillusioned With America

For decades, Canadians viewed the United States with a mix of admiration, envy, and affection — but Donald Trump may have shattered that dynamic. In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish speaks with New...

31 Heinä 202540min

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