The Escalator Ride That Changed America: 10 Years of Trump Dominance

The Escalator Ride That Changed America: 10 Years of Trump Dominance

Michael marks 10 years since Donald Trump's infamous Trump Tower escalator ride launched his political career. From media circus to political dominance, how did it happen—and would any of it have happened without him? A candid reflection on a decade of disruption, spectacle, and transformation. Original air date 17 June 2025. 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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Military Action Against Iran: Who Decides?

Military Action Against Iran: Who Decides?

Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Michael answers Yes. In this episode Michael shares his perspective on the Israel-Iran conflict and w...

20 Jun 202540min

War with Iran: Will Congress Truly Be Left Out?

War with Iran: Will Congress Truly Be Left Out?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a ...

20 Jun 202516min

Should States Ban Trans Care for Minors? SCOTUS Just Weighed In

Should States Ban Trans Care for Minors? SCOTUS Just Weighed In

On this Juneteenth, Michael Smerconish explores a provocative mix of headlines: the deeper meaning of the holiday, the Supreme Court's major decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care...

19 Jun 202519min

Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising

Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising

Michael speaks with retired Secret Service agent and ABC News contributor Don Mihalek about the alarming rise in politically motivated violence following the targeted killings of Minnesota lawmakers. ...

19 Jun 202529min

Is Trump About to Bomb Iran? Mark Halperin Says 75% Likelihood Yes

Is Trump About to Bomb Iran? Mark Halperin Says 75% Likelihood Yes

Political analyst Mark Halperin joins Michael to break down an explosive New York Times piece on Trump, Netanyahu, and a possible U.S. airstrike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. With Halperin putting the...

18 Jun 202529min

Should We Bomb Iran? Smerconish Digs In

Should We Bomb Iran? Smerconish Digs In

Michael Smerconish tackles today's high-stakes poll question at Smerconish.com: Should the U.S. use a B-2 bomber to drop a bunker buster bomb on Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility? With historical context,...

18 Jun 202513min

The Left’s Missing Leader: Is It Time for Obama to Return?

The Left’s Missing Leader: Is It Time for Obama to Return?

This week marks the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s infamous escalator ride that began his run for the presidency and command of the headlines over the past ten years. Michael asks you this provoca...

17 Jun 202515min

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