Thomas Frank had a moment when he realized Trump might win

Thomas Frank had a moment when he realized Trump might win

Thomas Frank, author of the bestselling book "What's The Matter With Kansas?", joins Michael to talk about his latest NY Times op-ed, "The Elites Had It Coming." His essay begins, "Everyone has a moment when he first realized that Donald Trump might well return, and here is mine." Did you also have a lightbulb moment? Listen to their conversation now. Original air date 12 November 2024. 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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Why Trump’s Stance on the Epstein Files is Raising Eyebrows

Why Trump’s Stance on the Epstein Files is Raising Eyebrows

Mark Halperin dives deep into the ongoing debate surrounding the release of Jeffrey Epstein files and why Donald Trump's decision to withhold them is raising more questions than answers. In this thoug...

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Has the Epstein Saga Finally Cracked Trump’s Grip on MAGA?

Has the Epstein Saga Finally Cracked Trump’s Grip on MAGA?

Michael analyzes whether the GOP’s swift vote to release the Epstein files signals a meaningful shift in Trump’s influence over his party. With new data, expert perspectives, and a look at the growing...

19 Nov 202515min

"Tell It Early, Tell It All": What Trump Should Have Done About Epstein

"Tell It Early, Tell It All": What Trump Should Have Done About Epstein

Veteran crisis-manager and former White House Special Counsel Lanny Davis joins Michael to break down how President Trump handled the Epstein files — and what he should have done instead. Davis explai...

18 Nov 202523min

Will The Majority Of House Republicans Vote To Release The Epstein Files?

Will The Majority Of House Republicans Vote To Release The Epstein Files?

Michael Smerconish invites listeners to consider this question: Will The Majority Of House Republicans Vote To Release The Epstein Files? Listen here, and then vote! And, please rate, review, and shar...

18 Nov 202515min

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ‘Epiphany’: Evolution or Pure Opportunism?

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ‘Epiphany’: Evolution or Pure Opportunism?

Michael unpacks Marjorie Taylor Greene’s surprising shift toward political “kindness,” comparing it to his own evolution as a Republican-turned-independent. Is MTG experiencing genuine growth—or just ...

17 Nov 202520min

Marjorie Taylor Greene: Evolution or Opportunism?

Marjorie Taylor Greene: Evolution or Opportunism?

With Marjorie Taylor Greene making headlines for her newfound politics in addition to comments on Donald Trump and the Epstein Files, Michael Smerconish raises this question; Marjorie Taylor Greene: E...

17 Nov 202514min

Trump, Epstein, and the Missing Bark: The Mystery Deepens

Trump, Epstein, and the Missing Bark: The Mystery Deepens

Listen to Michael's first Book Club Podcast Interview with Barry Levine about "The Spider." (Podcast July 2025, the book was published in 2020). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

14 Nov 202530min

Broken Housing Market: Young Adults Are Delaying Homeownership

Broken Housing Market: Young Adults Are Delaying Homeownership

Michael breaks down a new data point from the National Association of Realtors: the median age of U.S. home buyers has climbed to 59. He explores what’s driving the shift—from affordability crises to ...

14 Nov 202517min

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