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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Schooling Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on How To Host A Radio Show

Schooling Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on How To Host A Radio Show

Governor Andy Beshear (D-KY) recently joined SiriusXM with a weekly show on Progress Channel 127, a sister channel to POTUS 124, where Michael's show is heard. The day of the Governor's radio debut, M...

23 Sep 20259min

Tylenol and Autism: Fact, Fear, or Misleading Science?

Tylenol and Autism: Fact, Fear, or Misleading Science?

On today’s episode, Michael digs into today's Smerconish.com poll question: "Would you discourage a pregnant family member or friend from taking Tylenol?" With conflicting studies, heated political co...

23 Sep 202520min

Michael's Reflections on the Charlie Kirk Memorial

Michael's Reflections on the Charlie Kirk Memorial

Having watched the entire Charlie Kirk Memorial, Michael reflects on what he saw, objecting only to the "us vs. them" characterization of the assassination. Original air date 22 September 2025. Hosted...

22 Sep 202532min

U.S. Recognition of Palestine? Why Michael Says ‘Yes’

U.S. Recognition of Palestine? Why Michael Says ‘Yes’

Today’s poll question is a contentious one: Should the U.S. join allies like Australia, Britain, Canada, and France in recognizing a Palestinian state? Michael Smerconish breaks down the complex geopo...

22 Sep 202520min

Let's Talk About Sex! Because We Are Doing It Way Less

Let's Talk About Sex! Because We Are Doing It Way Less

Americans are having less sex than ever — even less than during the pandemic. In this episode, Michael dives into new research with Grant Bailey from the Institute for Family Studies, uncovering why s...

19 Sep 202531min

Pete Buttigieg...Too Big Of A Risk

Pete Buttigieg...Too Big Of A Risk

Kamala Harris reveals in her forthcoming book that she considered Pete Buttigieg as her running mate—but ultimately thought he was “too big of a risk.” Was she right? Michael Smerconish dives into Har...

19 Sep 202514min

Axios CEO Jim VandeHei on Optimism, Responsibility & Community

Axios CEO Jim VandeHei on Optimism, Responsibility & Community

In this episode of The Smerconish Podcast, Michael Smerconish is joined by Jim VandeHei, co-founder and CEO of Axios, to discuss VandeHei’s widely shared “Message to College Students.” His candid advi...

18 Sep 202516min

Michael Smerconish: Jimmy Kimmel Should NOT Have Been Suspended

Michael Smerconish: Jimmy Kimmel Should NOT Have Been Suspended

In this episode, Michael tackles today’s poll question at Smerconish.com: Should Jimmy Kimmel have been suspended for comments made about the assassination of Charlie Kirk? He breaks down the First Am...

18 Sep 202512min

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