From Tragedy to Escapism: Politics, Cartoons, and Movies

From Tragedy to Escapism: Politics, Cartoons, and Movies

Michael reflects on a powerful and unsettling political cartoon drawn in the aftermath of the killing of Charlie Kirk (by Scott Stantis, exclusively for the Smerconish.com Daily Newsletter) — a piece that captures the intensity of America’s overheated political climate. After wrestling with the heaviness of the moment, he shifts gears to lighten things up with a conversation on film. Joined by Daniel Fienberg, chief TV critic of The Hollywood Reporter, Michael dives into their list of the 25 greatest sports movies of all time. From Rocky to Slapshot, Hoosiers to Caddyshack, they debate the classics, defend the surprises, and argue over what really belongs in the top tier. It’s an episode that moves from sobering reflection to cinematic joy — capturing both the weight of our times and the relief of a good escape. Original air date 12 September 2025. 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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Have you Heard? Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos on Johnny Depp's Time in Court

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Should the media have the same access to a political rally as a candidate’s supporters? The story of CBS News' Robert Costa in PA

Should the media have the same access to a political rally as a candidate’s supporters? The story of CBS News' Robert Costa in PA

Michael talks with CBS News Correspondent Robert Costa, who was denied entry to cover an campaign rally featuring PA Senate candidate Kathy Barnette, and PA Gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano. Ori...

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Pennsylvania: This is what you get with closed primaries

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Michael offers a refreshed take on Tuesday's primary election in his home state of Pennsylvania, highlighting the consequences of the commonwealth's closed primary system. Original air date 13 May 202...

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Who Is Kathy Barnette? A great, in-depth conversation on the Pennsylvania Senate Race with Salena Zito

Who Is Kathy Barnette? A great, in-depth conversation on the Pennsylvania Senate Race with Salena Zito

Michael talks with Washington Examiner National Political Reporter Salena Zito about her coverage of the PA Senate race - the primary election is this coming Tuesday. All of Salena's reporting can be ...

12 Mai 202225min

Revisiting John McCain

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Michael offers a commentary after Steve Schmidt, former aide to the late Senator and Presidential Candidate John McCain, wrote a piece distancing himself from McCain, saying he was lied to about an af...

11 Mai 202224min

The Politics of Abortion: Learning more about PA Senate candidate Kathy Barnette, a "byproduct of rape"

The Politics of Abortion: Learning more about PA Senate candidate Kathy Barnette, a "byproduct of rape"

Michael offers a commentary as another candidate in the high-stakes Pennsylvania Senate race is making headlines as the national conversation on abortion rights continues. Original air date 10 May 202...

10 Mai 202228min

"The Secrets Ed Koch Carried." Matt Flegenheimer on the NY Times piece everyone is talking about

"The Secrets Ed Koch Carried." Matt Flegenheimer on the NY Times piece everyone is talking about

Michael speaks with New York Times reporter Matt Flegenheimer, who co-wrote (with Rosa Goldensohn) the weekend New York Times story about the life of the late former mayor of New York City, Ed Koch, a...

9 Mai 202228min

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The Roe v. Wade leak: How it could happen, with Berkeley Law Professor John Yoo

Now the Emanuel S. Heller Professor of Law at Berkeley Law, John Yoo is a former clerk to Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas. Michael talks to him about the unprecedented leak of a draft ...

6 Mai 202233min

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