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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Today's Poll Question: What should be done about families where parents arrived illegally, but their kids were born in USA?

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Brady Dale is the author of the Axios Crypto Newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Today's Poll Question: Should President Biden issue preemptive pardons to Anthony Fauci, Liz Cheney and Adam Schiff?

Today's Poll Question: Should President Biden issue preemptive pardons to Anthony Fauci, Liz Cheney and Adam Schiff?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

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The Insurance CEO shooting in NYC is fascinating

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Today's Poll Question: Should we be OK with presidential appointees not having squeaky-clean personal records?

Today's Poll Question: Should we be OK with presidential appointees not having squeaky-clean personal records?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

5 Joulu 202414min

Among Transition hiccups, Trump survives stuff that no political mortal could survive, says Mark Halperin

Among Transition hiccups, Trump survives stuff that no political mortal could survive, says Mark Halperin

2Way Editor-in-Chief and Wide World of News publisher Mark Halperin makes his weekly appearance, talking Hegseth, DeSantis, Harris' loss, the scene at Mar-A-Lago and more. Original air date 4 December...

4 Joulu 202421min

Today's Poll Question: Should parents have rights to make decisions over their children's gender-affirming care?

Today's Poll Question: Should parents have rights to make decisions over their children's gender-affirming care?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

4 Joulu 202413min

Transgender Rights For Minors: Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case

Transgender Rights For Minors: Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case

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