Is artificial intelligence more likely to elevate humanity, or destroy it?
Nico Grant is a New York Times reporter covering technology advancements. He joins Michael to discuss what the future of AI may look like, having been on the NYT team doing a multipart series on it. O...
29 Des 202326min
Can Money Buy Happiness?
Michael is joined by Barbara Mellers, a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She joins Michael to look at an age-old question: does more money equal more happiness? Original air ...
28 Des 202324min
The best way to board a plane: The Steffen Method
As a frequent traveler, Michael has some thoughts on how the boarding process on commercial airliners could be changed to become more efficient. He gives his idea, then, welcomes UNLV professor and as...
27 Des 202321min
A surprising list: Celebrities who are just as old as Joe Biden & Donald Trump
You'd be surprised at this list and how it puts age into perspective. Michael and TC go through Buzzfeed's "16 Celebrities Who Are Just As Old As Joe Biden And Donald Trump." Original air date 14 Dece...
26 Des 202312min
Gate Lice: Michael is one of those who lines up early for flights
Why do 'gate lice' line up early for a flight? Michael talks to Psychologist Dr. Shira Gabriel, professor at the University at Buffalo, who explains. Original air date 15 December 2023. Hosted by Sim...
25 Des 202312min
Twenty-Three of the Best Opening Lines of 2023
It's all about that hook! Renowned psychologist and author Dr. Mardy Grothe joins Michael to present "Twenty-Three of the Best Opening Lines of 2023," a captivating collection of this year's most powe...
22 Des 202315min
2023 Radio Year In Review
What a year it has been! Before stepping away for holiday break, Michael and TC look back at the SiriusXM show for the year 2023. Original air date 21 December 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz ...
21 Des 202340min
Daily Poll: Would Trump still be the GOP frontrunner if he were not in trouble?
Michael poses a hypothetical as today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: If Trump were unindicted and not facing legal challenge to his candidacy, would he still be the GOP frontrunner? Listen t...
21 Des 20236min
