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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Liberation Day: Michael Smerconish Gets The Objective. He Just Doesn’t Agree With The Approach.

Liberation Day: Michael Smerconish Gets The Objective. He Just Doesn’t Agree With The Approach.

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Mr. Halperin Goes To Washington

Mr. Halperin Goes To Washington

2WAY Editor-in-Chief Mark Halperin appeared in the "New Media" seat in the White House Briefing Room, and asked the first question of Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt at yesterday's press briefing. He...

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Arguably The Most Fun Poll Question That We've Ever Had: Trump v. Obama in 2028...Who Wins?

Arguably The Most Fun Poll Question That We've Ever Had: Trump v. Obama in 2028...Who Wins?

If you were to match up sports all stars - in their prime - against each other, who would win? Lebron James vs Michael Jordan, Mike Tyson vs Mohammed Ali, Serena Williams vs Billie Jean King....who wi...

2 Huhti 202513min

Yes! It is fair to lay substantial blame on the law firms who settled with Trump to get off of his blacklist

Yes! It is fair to lay substantial blame on the law firms who settled with Trump to get off of his blacklist

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Is it fair to lay substantial blame on the law firms who settled with President Trump to get off of his blacklist? Listen here to Michael's take, then vote at ...

1 Huhti 202513min

Michael Smerconish Wants Waymo' Waymo

Michael Smerconish Wants Waymo' Waymo

Michael rode in a Waymo this weekend, and loved it! Listen to his experience using the self-driving car service in Phoenix, Arizona. Original air date 31 March 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

31 Maalis 202515min

Too Little, Too Much, or Just Right: US Involvement In Ukraine

Too Little, Too Much, or Just Right: US Involvement In Ukraine

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Looking back at the last 3 years, would you say the U.S. support for Ukraine was too little, too much or just right? Listen here to Michael's take, then vote a...

31 Maalis 202516min

The Neighborhood Is Gentrifying. You Can Tell By The House Colors.

The Neighborhood Is Gentrifying. You Can Tell By The House Colors.

Dr. Brandi Summers, Columbia University Professor of African American and African Diaspora Studies joins Michael to talk about her research on gentrification in neighborhoods. Michael was drawn to thi...

28 Maalis 202517min

The Signal Chat Scandal: Why Smerconish Thinks Hegseth’s Actions Were Worse Than Waltz's!

The Signal Chat Scandal: Why Smerconish Thinks Hegseth’s Actions Were Worse Than Waltz's!

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which was worse: Mike Waltz creating the Signal chat and including an outsider, or Pete Hegseth's revelations in the chat? Listen here to Michael's take, then ...

28 Maalis 202511min

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