Trump Wants It Back—But Should We? Revisiting the Presidential Fitness Test

Trump Wants It Back—But Should We? Revisiting the Presidential Fitness Test

Today’s poll question dives into a surprisingly nostalgic and controversial topic: Should we reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test in U.S. schools? Michael takes a trip down memory lane—from pizza days and posture checks at Doyle Elementary to the shower policies of junior high PE classes—and unpacks how the fitness test became a cultural milestone. With Trump advocating for its return ahead of America’s semi quincentennial, and critics arguing it promotes outdated standards, Michael explores both sides of the debate. Cast your vote today at Smerconish.com 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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Michael and Mark Halperin analyze the ousting of Speaker McCarthy

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The more connected we've become, the more lonely and detached we've become

The more connected we've become, the more lonely and detached we've become

There has been an existential crisis for young men for years. and now, with the ability to get an A.I. girlfriend, it is getting even worse. Original air date 29 September 2023. Hosted by Simplecast,...

29 Sep 202315min

A.I. Girlfriends Are Ruining Men

A.I. Girlfriends Are Ruining Men

Michael talks to Washington University of St. Louis Professor Liberty Vittert about her op-ed in The Hill, "AI girlfiends are ruining an entire generation of men." Original air date 28 September 2023....

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Amazon: Good or Bad For America?

Amazon: Good or Bad For America?

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27 Sep 20239min

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A deep dive into Biden's bad poll numbers with Pollster Neil Newhouse

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