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.

Episoder(1769)

Today's Poll: Did The Man On Nancy Guthrie's Porch Write The Ransom Notes?

Today's Poll: Did The Man On Nancy Guthrie's Porch Write The Ransom Notes?

Listen and vote at Smerconish.com, and please rate, review and share this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

11 Feb 13min

Inside Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: She Was A Sugar Cane And Tells All

Inside Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: She Was A Sugar Cane And Tells All

What’s it really like to be part of the Super Bowl halftime show? Michael talks with Chloe' Scretchings, formerly a producer on his CNN program, about how her love of Bad Bunny — and a late-night cast...

10 Feb 12min

The Associated Press Dives Deep Into What The FBI Concluded On The Epstein Files

The Associated Press Dives Deep Into What The FBI Concluded On The Epstein Files

Associated Press investigative reporter Michael Sisak joins Michael to unpack newly released FBI and Justice Department documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. After years of investigation, the FBI conc...

10 Feb 30min

Today's Poll: Did Jeffrey Epstein Traffic Girls for Powerful Men?

Today's Poll: Did Jeffrey Epstein Traffic Girls for Powerful Men?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Do you believe that Jeffrey Epstein was running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men? Michael Smerconish urges listeners not to rush to judgment before voti...

10 Feb 14min

Why the Super Bowl Still Matters in a Fractured America

Why the Super Bowl Still Matters in a Fractured America

Michael breaks down a Super Bowl that was more cultural flashpoint than classic game. From a lackluster matchup and standout commercials to Bad Bunny’s polarizing halftime show, Michael explores why t...

9 Feb 25min

Today's Poll: How Many Stars for Bad Bunny's Halftime Show?

Today's Poll: How Many Stars for Bad Bunny's Halftime Show?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "How many stars for Bad Bunny's half time show?" Michael reflects on the Super Bowl as one of the last shared cultural experiences in America, which is the bas...

9 Feb 13min

When a House Has a Dark Past: What Sellers Are (and Aren’t) Required to Disclose

When a House Has a Dark Past: What Sellers Are (and Aren’t) Required to Disclose

What happens when you buy a home—and uncover a shocking symbol hidden beneath the floor? Michael and TC unpack a viral legal case out of western Pennsylvania where new homeowners discovered a swastika...

7 Feb 11min

The TV Shows That Defined Every Decade—from I Love Lucy to Stranger Things

The TV Shows That Defined Every Decade—from I Love Lucy to Stranger Things

Television has shaped American culture for more than 70 years—but which shows truly defined each decade? Michael is joined by legendary TV critic Alan Sepinwall (The Wall Street Journal; "The Sopranos...

6 Feb 20min

Populært innen Politikk og nyheter

giver-og-gjengen-vg
aftenpodden
aftenpodden-usa
i-retten
forklart
popradet
stopp-verden
lydartikler-fra-aftenposten
det-store-bildet
dine-penger-pengeradet
fotballpodden-2
rss-gukild-johaug
nokon-ma-ga
hanna-de-heldige
rss-ness
aftenbla-bla
rss-dannet-uten-piano
frokostshowet-pa-p5
e24-podden
bt-dokumentar-2