Senator in Denial? Inside Ben Terris's Bombshell Fetterman Report
Is Senator John Fetterman in trouble? In this eye-opening episode, Michael Smerconish speaks with New York Magazine’s Ben Terris about his report detailing growing concerns over the Pennsylvania senator’s health, behavior, and fitness to serve. Terris shares details from a confidential letter written by Fetterman’s former chief of staff, who warned of reckless behavior, skipped medical treatments, and signs of serious mental health decline. Is this a mental health success story unraveling? Listen here. Original air date 5 May 2025.
5 Mai 30min
GOP Loyalty to Trump Trumps All—Even the Constitution
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Will President Trump's ambivalence about upholding the Constitution cause ANY erosion of his support among Republicans? Listen to Michael explain the issue, then cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a rating and review of this podcast! The Daily Poll Question is a thought-provoking query each day at Smerconish.com on a political, social, or other human interest issue. Entirely non-scientific, it always begins a great conversation. Michael talks about it in this podcast each weekday.
5 Mai 19min
Get Rid of Grades. It's An A+ Idea
Author Daniel Pink argues that grade inflation is ruining education. Michael welcomes him to discuss his Washington Post op-ed "Why not get rid of grades?" Original air date 4 March 2025.
2 Mai 19min
Should Critics of Trump’s Immigration Tactics Back Off? Michael Smerconish Says YES
Read Elie Honig's piece in New York Magazine here.
2 Mai 15min
Brad Meltzer Wrote an Oath That Changed America—Now It’s Under Attack
In this powerful episode, Michael Smerconish is joined by bestselling author Brad Meltzer—whose writing career began not with thrillers, but by penning the AmeriCorps oath at just 24. As AmeriCorps faces budget cuts from the federal government, Meltzer defends the national service program he helped shape, calling it "the best part of American government." They discuss the transformative power of community service, the bipartisan legacy of AmeriCorps, and the urgent need to protect it. With personal stories and hard-hitting statistics, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the unifying power of service. Original air date 1 May 2025.
1 Mai 27min
STICKER SHOCK: Should Stores Tell You The Tariff Cost On What You're Buying?
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Should retailers itemize tariff surcharges on customer bills? Listen to Michael explain the issue, then cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a rating and review of this podcast! The Daily Poll Question is a thought-provoking query each day at Smerconish.com on a political, social, or other human interest issue. Entirely non-scientific, it always begins a great conversation. Michael talks about it in this podcast each weekday.
1 Mai 21min
100 Days of Trump 2.0: A Masterclass with Halperin, Rove, Sosnik & Axelrod
In this comprehensive analysis, four of America's top political minds dissect the first 100 days of Trump's second term. Michael talks to Mark Halperin, Karl Rove, Doug Sosnik, and David Axelrod. Four incredible conversations in a row, exploring The controversial tariff policies affecting the economy, the dramatic shift in voter demographics based on education levels, and the transformation of Republicans into the working-class party. The experts examine how economic disparities and educational divides are reshaping American politics, while debating the Democrats' challenges in connecting with non-college-educated voters. Original air date 30 April 2025.
30 Apr 1h 2min
Supreme Court Showdown: Should Religious Charter Schools Get Public Funds?
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Should charter schools with religious affiliations be eligible to receive public funds? Listen to Michael explain the issue, then cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a rating and review of this podcast! The Daily Poll Question is a thought-provoking query each day at Smerconish.com on a political, social, or other human interest issue. Entirely non-scientific, it always begins a great conversation. Michael talks about it in this podcast each weekday.
30 Apr 21min