Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Fresh off speaking at the largest gathering of state legislators in Boston yesterday, Michael talks about the surprising role of Ring video doorbells and how they are shutting the door on political canvassers. With stories of incivility, political violence, and societal disconnect, Michael explores what it means to engage (or not engage) with politics today, starting at your own front door! Listen here, then vote on today's Smerconish.com poll question, which asks: Do you open your door to a political canvasser? 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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Smerconish: Coffee, Cops, & Controversy

Smerconish: Coffee, Cops, & Controversy

After a diner's "free coffee for cops" policy causes an uproar, Michael breaks down the politics of the drama. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information abo...

8 Des 202114min

The US should implement a full boycott of the 2022 Beijing Olympics: Agree or Disagree?

The US should implement a full boycott of the 2022 Beijing Olympics: Agree or Disagree?

Former Harvard and Carnegie Mellon Distinguished Fellow Vivek Wadhwa joins Michael to talk about why he thinks the US should not diplomatically boycott the Olympics in China next year, saying they ne...

7 Des 202112min

The rise of progressive prosecutors and crime spikes: Is there a causal connection?

The rise of progressive prosecutors and crime spikes: Is there a causal connection?

Hannah Meyers is Director, Policing & Public Safety, at The Manhattan Institute. Original air date 6 December 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

6 Des 202116min

Germany goes into the Lockdown for the Unvaxxed. Should the US follow suit?

Germany goes into the Lockdown for the Unvaxxed. Should the US follow suit?

Michael offers a commentary on Germany tightening restrictions as COVID surges again, specifically for those who are unvaccinated. And, he speaks to Senior Producer Dan Henning's brother, Golo, who li...

3 Des 202113min

It's a Stunner: A Man Walks Into A Presidential Debate Days After A Positive COVID Test

It's a Stunner: A Man Walks Into A Presidential Debate Days After A Positive COVID Test

Michael offers a commentary after revelations come from former Trump White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows' forthcoming book, that the former President attended a 2020 debate with Joe Biden, just da...

2 Des 202116min

On Dr. Oz running for Senate in my home state

On Dr. Oz running for Senate in my home state

Michael offers a commentary the day after celebrity doctor Dr. Mehmet Oz announces he's running for Senate as a Republican in Pennsylvania. Original air date 1 December 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

1 Des 202119min

A Story, A Warning, A Reflection, and A Question

A Story, A Warning, A Reflection, and A Question

Michael offers a commentary after a hit and run collision against his parked car. Original air date 30 November 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

30 Nov 202118min

Unless there is a global response to the pandemic, we will never be free of COVID

Unless there is a global response to the pandemic, we will never be free of COVID

Michael offers a commentary the Monday after Thanksgiving, after a weekend where the new COVID Omicron Variant began appearing around the world. Original air date 29 November 2021. Hosted by Simpleca...

29 Nov 202115min

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