Life, Death, and Suffering: Who Gets to Choose? Bioethicist Dr. Art Caplan On The Right To Die Without A Terminal Illness

Life, Death, and Suffering: Who Gets to Choose? Bioethicist Dr. Art Caplan On The Right To Die Without A Terminal Illness

Should patients without a terminal illness have the right to die? That's today's poll question at Smerconish.com. Michael dives into the ethical, legal, and emotional complexities of assisted death, with reference to Canada’s expanding MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying) program. He also shares moving stories of people and their reasons for wanting to end their lives, plus, hear a powerful and smart conversation with NYU Grossman School of Medicine bioethicist Dr. Arthur Caplan, who is the absolute expert on this subject. A deeply thought-provoking episode on autonomy, suffering, and the boundaries of compassion. 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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Morning Light or Sunset Glow: The Daylight Saving Dilemma

Morning Light or Sunset Glow: The Daylight Saving Dilemma

Do you want more daylight in the morning or in the evening? Michael dives into the deceptively simple question behind today’s smerconish.com poll — unpacking the history, science, and strong opinions ...

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How Stranger Danger and SUVs Changed Halloween Forever

How Stranger Danger and SUVs Changed Halloween Forever

Has trick-or-treating lost its magic? Michael Smerconish talks with Halloween historian Lesley Bannatyne about how America’s favorite spooky tradition has changed—from door-to-door adventures to churc...

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Shutdown Showdown: What Will Finally Break the Government Stalemate?

Shutdown Showdown: What Will Finally Break the Government Stalemate?

Day 31 of the shutdown — and no end in sight. Trump’s calling to end the filibuster, Manchin’s standing firm, and millions are starting to feel the pain. Michael asks today’s poll question: What will ...

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Shutdown Politics Meets the Obamacare Crisis - ACA Premiums Surge 26%

Shutdown Politics Meets the Obamacare Crisis - ACA Premiums Surge 26%

As open enrollment begins, Affordable Care Act premiums are set to rise by an average of 26%. Michael Smerconish speaks with Alex Wayne, Executive Editor at KFF Health News, about what’s driving the s...

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The Day Radio Died: Remembering Pierre Robert and Facing an AI Future

The Day Radio Died: Remembering Pierre Robert and Facing an AI Future

Michael opens this episode paying tribute to beloved Philadelphia WMMR radio legend Pierre Robert, reflecting on a bygone era of authentic, local broadcasting that may never return. Then, a Smerconish...

30 Okt 202518min

Mark Halperin on Trump’s ‘Third Term’ Talk and the NYC Mayor's Race

Mark Halperin on Trump’s ‘Third Term’ Talk and the NYC Mayor's Race

Watch Mark on 2WAY's Morning Meeting.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

29 Okt 202529min

Are You Rooting Against America? It's About More Than Baseball At The World Series.

Are You Rooting Against America? It's About More Than Baseball At The World Series.

Watch The Mingle Project - Episode 6: Assess your bubble - take the Mingle quiz! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal ...

29 Okt 202522min

The Politics of Baseball: Why Some Americans Are Cheering for Canada

The Politics of Baseball: Why Some Americans Are Cheering for Canada

Even baseball isn’t safe from polarization. Michael dives into the politics of the World Series today after an epic Dodgers–Blue Jays 18-inning marathon. Are your sports loyalties shaped by politics? ...

28 Okt 202527min

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