Mingling Matters: What the Decline of Happy Hour Says About Modern Life

Mingling Matters: What the Decline of Happy Hour Says About Modern Life

Happy hour used to be where careers were shaped, friendships were formed, and mentors emerged. Now, it’s disappearing. In this episode, Michael explores a Wall Street Journal report on the decline of workplace happy hours—and what that loss means for young professionals, workplace culture, mental health, and social connection. From listener stories to generational insights, Smerconish makes the case that mingling isn’t just fun—it’s essential. Are we trading human connection for convenience, and at what cost? Original air date 7 January 2026. 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: Who should determine media access to the Dignified Transfer of remains

Today's Poll Question: Who should determine media access to the Dignified Transfer of remains

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Who should determine media access to the dignified transfer of remains at Dover? Families of the fallen or the press?" As six U.S. service members are returne...

5 Mar 20min

Mark Halperin on Trump, Iran, and the High-Stakes Texas Senate Battle

Mark Halperin on Trump, Iran, and the High-Stakes Texas Senate Battle

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4 Mar 32min

Today's Poll Question: Who Forced the Strike on Iran - Israel or The U.S.?

Today's Poll Question: Who Forced the Strike on Iran - Israel or The U.S.?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Which statement do you agree with most? A) Israel compelled the US to act against Iran. B) The US compelled Israel to act against Iran. C) Iran's actions trig...

4 Mar 18min

Adios, Motherf***ers: Guilt-By-Epstein-Association Is Out of Control

Adios, Motherf***ers: Guilt-By-Epstein-Association Is Out of Control

The conversation also explores the Clintons’ depositions, the timeline of what people knew (and when), and whether the public release of millions of documents is serving justice or fueling indiscrimin...

3 Mar 31min

Today's Poll Question: Should the U.S. End the Use of Force Against Iran Now—or Finish the Job?

Today's Poll Question: Should the U.S. End the Use of Force Against Iran Now—or Finish the Job?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "When should the use of force against Iran end? a) Now; b) When Iran’s military and nukes are neutralized; c)When Iran’s regime changes; or d) Both B and C." A...

3 Mar 14min

Why Now? Admiral Stavridis on U.S. Strike on Iran

Why Now? Admiral Stavridis on U.S. Strike on Iran

The US attacked Iran - now on Day 3 of the deadly conflict, Michael turns to one of the nation’s most experienced military leaders for clarity. Retired 4-star Admiral James Stavridis — former Supreme ...

2 Mar 25min

Today's Poll Question: Is Epstein fallout more about guilt by association than guilt by deeds?

Today's Poll Question: Is Epstein fallout more about guilt by association than guilt by deeds?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Agree or disagree: The Epstein fallout is now more about guilt by association than guilt by deeds." As millions of pages tied to Jeffrey Epstein become publi...

2 Mar 13min

Is This the Nastiest Senate Race in America? Inside the Texas Primary Battle

Is This the Nastiest Senate Race in America? Inside the Texas Primary Battle

Hear Ben and Michael break down:  The GOP civil war between establishment and MAGA The brutal Cornyn ad targeting Paxton’s personal life Why Trump hasn’t endorsed (and whether he will) Democrats’...

27 Feb 27min

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