Netflix’s 'A House of Dynamite' Is Fiction—But the Threat Isn’t

Netflix’s 'A House of Dynamite' Is Fiction—But the Threat Isn’t

The #1 movie on Netflix, 'A House of Dynamite', imagines the unthinkable: a ballistic missile headed straight for Chicago. Michael Smerconish sits down with screenwriter Noah Oppenheim and former White House national security advisor Richard Clarke to separate cinematic fiction from terrifying fact. Oppenheim, who co-wrote 'Zero Day' and once led NBC News, reveals how his collaboration with director Kathryn Bigelow turned a 20-minute nuclear countdown into the most intense film of the year—and why the Pentagon actually responded to it. Then Clarke, who served under Presidents Bush, Clinton, and Bush, explains how much of the movie mirrors his real-life experience in the Situation Room on 9/11, and why America’s nuclear defenses may not be as foolproof as we’d like to think. Can the U.S. really stop an incoming missile? Would the President have only minutes to decide the fate of the world? And how close are we, right now, to midnight on the doomsday clock? Listen here, and please rate, review and share this podcast. 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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Princess Diana’s Confidant on Prince Andrew’s Arrest—and the Palace Fallout

Princess Diana’s Confidant on Prince Andrew’s Arrest—and the Palace Fallout

As mentioned in this episode, listen to Book Club With Michael Smerconish: Andy Webb, author of "DIANARAMA."    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our ...

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Today's Poll Question: Is Swearing in Politics Refreshing—or Just Overdone?

Today's Poll Question: Is Swearing in Politics Refreshing—or Just Overdone?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Is the use of profanity in politics refreshing or overdone?" From a new Illinois Senate ad repeating “F Trump” to a long list of Democrats and Republicans cas...

20 Helmi 13min

Has The FCC's Media Regulation Outlived Its Purpose? Colbert's 'Equal Time' Flap, Explained

Has The FCC's Media Regulation Outlived Its Purpose? Colbert's 'Equal Time' Flap, Explained

Stephen Colbert says CBS lawyers pulled his interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico over concerns about the FCC’s “Equal Time Rule.” So what exactly is that rule — and why is it suddenly back i...

19 Helmi 35min

Today's Poll Question: Why--Or Why Not--Should The U.S. Strike Iran?

Today's Poll Question: Why--Or Why Not--Should The U.S. Strike Iran?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "The U.S. should strike Iran: a) To eliminate its nuclear capability, b) To change its leadership, c) Both, d) Neither." With U.S. aircraft carriers deployed a...

19 Helmi 11min

Mark Halperin Ranks 2028 Democrats: Newsom #1, Shapiro Rising, AOC Slips?

Mark Halperin Ranks 2028 Democrats: Newsom #1, Shapiro Rising, AOC Slips?

Mark Halperin joins Michael to rank the top Democratic contenders for 2028 — and the results may surprise you. Why is Gavin Newsom leading the field? Is Josh Shapiro the real threat? Where do Kamala H...

18 Helmi 30min

Today's Poll Question: Do you agree with Obama on Aliens?

Today's Poll Question: Do you agree with Obama on Aliens?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Do you agree with President Obama who says "The odds are good that there's life out there...but... the chances we've been visited by aliens is low"? After for...

18 Helmi 14min

The Truth About SNAP: Who Decides What Low-Income Families Can Eat?

The Truth About SNAP: Who Decides What Low-Income Families Can Eat?

Five states have begun banning soda and candy purchases through SNAP — with 18 states seeking similar waivers. Is this smart public health policy or government overreach? Michael speaks with Dr. Juli...

17 Helmi 26min

Today's Poll Question: Should Olympic athletes make political statements during the games?

Today's Poll Question: Should Olympic athletes make political statements during the games?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Should American Olympic athletes make political statements during the games?" As the Winter Games unfold in Milan-Cortina, several Team USA athletes are speak...

17 Helmi 14min

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