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 With Trump advocating for its return ahead of America’s semi quincentennial, and critics arguing it promotes outdated standards, Michael explores both sides of the debate.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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6 Weeks From The Midterms, Here Are The Issues That Matter Most

6 Weeks From The Midterms, Here Are The Issues That Matter Most

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Michael speaks on recent interest in Lindsey Graham's sexuality, a topic stemmed from discussions and jokes on programs like The View and MSNBC. Michael raises the question of whether speculation on G...

26 Sep 202225min

Does racism preclude the hiring of black coaches in the NFL?

Does racism preclude the hiring of black coaches in the NFL?

Michael chats with sports enterprise reporter Michael Lee of the Washington Post about the large disparity between black coaches and white coaches within the NFL. Original air date 23 September 2022. ...

23 Sep 202216min

Breaking Down the Adnan Syed Case with NBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos

Breaking Down the Adnan Syed Case with NBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos

Michael is joined in conversation by NBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos as the two attempt to decipher the complex case of Adnan Syed. Original air date 21 September 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

22 Sep 202216min

What issue will most matter to voters in the Midterms?

What issue will most matter to voters in the Midterms?

Michael looks at a variety of issues that could influence voters in the 2022 midterms, now just 7 weeks away. Plus, with the news of Vladimir Putin calling for more Russians to step up and join the tr...

21 Sep 202227min

Meet CeCe Moore, The DNA Detective

Meet CeCe Moore, The DNA Detective

Michael has a conversation with CeCe Moore, a genetic genealogist with many solved cases under her belt, about DNA technology, tracking murders, and more. Later, Michael gives callers the chance to we...

20 Sep 202231min

Is Ron DeSantis The Future of the GOP?

Is Ron DeSantis The Future of the GOP?

New York Times Correspondent Matt Flegenheimer on his piece "Is Ron DeSantis the Future of the Republican Party?" Original air date 19 September 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See htt...

19 Sep 202220min

Americans' Civic Expertise Is Apparently Not That Great

Americans' Civic Expertise Is Apparently Not That Great

All parts of the first amendment? What are the three branches of government? Fewer of us know the answers to these questions than in years past. Michael talks to Kathleen Hall Jamieson, Director of th...

16 Sep 202222min

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