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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A Bad Day For World Peace

A Bad Day For World Peace

Michael reflects on what he calls a truly bad day for world peace. From Israel’s explosive expansion of West Bank settlements to Russia’s massive new strike on Ukraine, he connects the dots and explai...

21 Aug 202529min

Too Left? Too Elitist?... Why Dems Are Hemorrhaging Voters

Too Left? Too Elitist?... Why Dems Are Hemorrhaging Voters

The numbers are in—and they’re brutal. In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish unpacks what the data reveals—and just as importantly, what it doesn’t. Democrats have lost ground to Republicans in every...

21 Aug 202510min

'Shambolic But Strategic’: Mark Halperin on Trump’s Ukraine Move

'Shambolic But Strategic’: Mark Halperin on Trump’s Ukraine Move

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20 Aug 202531min

Yes, Voting By Mail Is Secure

Yes, Voting By Mail Is Secure

Is voting by mail secure? With President Trump vowing to ban it and bringing election integrity back in the spotlight, Michael explores the real data behind mail-in voting. From Civil War history to M...

20 Aug 202515min

Could Trump Really Win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Could Trump Really Win the Nobel Peace Prize?

Could Donald Trump ever be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize? Michael speaks with with University of Agder Professor Dr. Øyvind Tønnesson, a former advisor to the Nobel Institute, for a provocative conver...

19 Aug 202528min

Should the U.S. Go to War with Russia?

Should the U.S. Go to War with Russia?

Michael dives into one of the most provocative poll questions he's ever posed: Should Ukraine join NATO — and should the United States invoke Article 5 and go to war with Russia? What prompted such a ...

19 Aug 202513min

Reading Trump & Putin Like a Book – A Body Language Deep Dive

Reading Trump & Putin Like a Book – A Body Language Deep Dive

In this eye-opening episode, Michael Smerconish sits down with body language expert Chris Ulrich, founder of CU in the Moment, to analyze the high-stakes optics of the recent Trump-Putin meeting in An...

18 Aug 202530min

Should Trump Send U.S. Troops to Ukraine After the War To Provide Security?

Should Trump Send U.S. Troops to Ukraine After the War To Provide Security?

Michael dives deep into today’s provocative poll question at Smerconish.com: "Should President Trump commit to deploying U.S. troops alongside those of European nations to provide security to Ukraine ...

18 Aug 202515min

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