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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Night 2 of the 2024 DNC left Michael exhilarated and depressed

Night 2 of the 2024 DNC left Michael exhilarated and depressed

President Obama and several others spoke on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Listen here to hear why the night left Michael exhilarated and depressed. Original air date 21 ...

21 Elo 202419min

Daily Poll: What impact would RFK Jr. endorsing Trump have on the outcome of the election?

Daily Poll: What impact would RFK Jr. endorsing Trump have on the outcome of the election?

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....

21 Elo 20247min

Biden's late speech time wasn't deliberate, it was just incompetence by the DNC

Biden's late speech time wasn't deliberate, it was just incompetence by the DNC

Michael analyzes the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, offering his thoughts on President Biden's speech in Chicago that didn't start until really late in the evening. Original a...

20 Elo 202428min

Daily Poll: Should American weapons be used by Ukraine inside Russia?

Daily Poll: Should American weapons be used by Ukraine inside Russia?

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....

20 Elo 20248min

How will Biden pass the baton to Harris at the DNC?

How will Biden pass the baton to Harris at the DNC?

Paul Glastris has some insights into how an outgoing President may speak at a convention to pass the "baton" to the party's new candidate. The Editor-in-Chief of Washington Monthly was once a speechwr...

19 Elo 202419min

Daily Poll: Will pro-Palestinian protestors significantly disrupt the Democratic National Convention?

Daily Poll: Will pro-Palestinian protestors significantly disrupt the Democratic National Convention?

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....

19 Elo 20247min

Frank Luntz: Harris reminds men of their first wife, Trump reminds women of their first husband's divorce attorney

Frank Luntz: Harris reminds men of their first wife, Trump reminds women of their first husband's divorce attorney

Political and communications consultant and pollster Frank Luntz joins Michael with his latest polling and thoughts on the 2024 residential race. Original air date 16 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecas...

16 Elo 202420min

Daily Poll: Should newspapers make political endorsements?

Daily Poll: Should newspapers make political endorsements?

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....

16 Elo 20246min

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