Is Anything Left That Brings Americans Together?

Is Anything Left That Brings Americans Together?

What do Americans still have in common? Michael sits down with Wall Street Journal entertainment reporter Ben Fritz to explore the rise and fall of the American monoculture. From 'I Love Lucy' and 'Seinfeld' to streaming algorithms and TikTok feeds, they unpack how infinite choice fractured shared experience, weakened social glue, and may even be deepening political and cultural divides. Is sports the last thing left that unites us—or is the monoculture gone for good? Original air date 20 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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We're Losing Touch with Nature — And It's Worse Than You Think

We're Losing Touch with Nature — And It's Worse Than You Think

Are we forgetting nature? Michael speaks with Professor Miles Richardson, a leading expert on "nature connectedness" at the University of Derby. Richardson’s research shows a 60% drop in our connectio...

25 Aug 202529min

Live From The New Joint

Live From The New Joint

Today’s episode marks a milestone over 30 years in the making. Michael Smerconish unveils his brand new studio—affectionately dubbed The New Joint—a space he’s envisioned for decades and finally broug...

22 Aug 202513min

California’s Political Earthquake: Is Redistricting Reform About to End?

California’s Political Earthquake: Is Redistricting Reform About to End?

Gerrymandering is bad. But self-sorting? It might be the silent force doing even more damage to American democracy. In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish dives into California’s surprising move to po...

22 Aug 202511min

A Bad Day For World Peace

A Bad Day For World Peace

Michael reflects on what he calls a truly bad day for world peace. From Israel’s explosive expansion of West Bank settlements to Russia’s massive new strike on Ukraine, he connects the dots and explai...

21 Aug 202529min

Too Left? Too Elitist?... Why Dems Are Hemorrhaging Voters

Too Left? Too Elitist?... Why Dems Are Hemorrhaging Voters

The numbers are in—and they’re brutal. In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish unpacks what the data reveals—and just as importantly, what it doesn’t. Democrats have lost ground to Republicans in every...

21 Aug 202510min

'Shambolic But Strategic’: Mark Halperin on Trump’s Ukraine Move

'Shambolic But Strategic’: Mark Halperin on Trump’s Ukraine Move

Listen to Mark's Next Up Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20 Aug 202531min

Yes, Voting By Mail Is Secure

Yes, Voting By Mail Is Secure

Is voting by mail secure? With President Trump vowing to ban it and bringing election integrity back in the spotlight, Michael explores the real data behind mail-in voting. From Civil War history to M...

20 Aug 202515min

Could Trump Really Win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Could Trump Really Win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Could Donald Trump ever be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize? Michael speaks with with University of Agder Professor Dr. Øyvind Tønnesson, a former advisor to the Nobel Institute, for a provocative conver...

19 Aug 202528min

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