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 With Trump advocating for its return ahead of America’s semi quincentennial, and critics arguing it promotes outdated standards, Michael explores both sides of the debate.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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Find My Apple Air Tags: Wired's Steven Levy on Location Tracking

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Michael talks with Stephanie Grisham, who served as Press Secretary to President Trump from Summer 2019-Spring 2020. She offers her thoughts on the seizing of boxes of documents from Mar-A-Lago, parti...

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Project Veritas Never Published Ashley Biden's Stolen Diary. Is There 1st Amendment Protection?

Project Veritas Never Published Ashley Biden's Stolen Diary. Is There 1st Amendment Protection?

Michaek speaks with Washington Post Media Critic Erik Wemple about his piece, "Project Veritas, Ashley Biden and the First Amendment." Original air date 30 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

31 Aug 202228min

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A Remarkable Story About Brutality In Training Of Navy SEALs

Michael talks with Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter Dave Phillips, about his front-page story, "Death in Navy SEAL Training Exposes a Culture of Brutality, Cheating and Drugs." Original ...

30 Aug 202232min

Would it be wise to prosecute former President Trump?

Would it be wise to prosecute former President Trump?

Michael offers a commentary after Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) says there will be "riots in the streets" if AG Merrick Garland opts to prosecute former President Trump. Original air date 29 August 20...

29 Aug 202233min

25 Years Since The Death of Princess Diana

25 Years Since The Death of Princess Diana

A conversation with Patrick Jephson, he was Diana, Princess of Wales, private secretary. She died 25 years ago next week, 31 August 1997. Original air date 26 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

26 Aug 202218min

Which Political Party Benefits More From Student Loan Forgiveness?

Which Political Party Benefits More From Student Loan Forgiveness?

Michael offers analysis after President Biden signs an executive order to implement his Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Original air date 25 August 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

25 Aug 202226min

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