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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Senator Angus King (I-ME): Social Security is being compromised, and President Trump needs to do something about it

Senator Angus King (I-ME): Social Security is being compromised, and President Trump needs to do something about it

Michael talks to Independent Senator Angus King of Maine, about President Trump's promise to not touch Social Security, while people in his administration seem to be trying to cut the entitlement that...

24 Mar 202512min

If the Democratic Party is 'too woke', then maybe AOC isn't the best face for it

If the Democratic Party is 'too woke', then maybe AOC isn't the best face for it

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Is AOC becoming the new face of the Democratic Party? Listen here to Michael's take, then vote at Smerconish.com, and please leave a rating and review of this ...

24 Mar 202512min

Mingle and Eat: Sharing meals with others supports happiness and social connections

Mingle and Eat: Sharing meals with others supports happiness and social connections

The World Happiness Report for 2025 is out. Today, Michael's eye was drawn toward Chapter 3, because of its connection to mingling: "Sharing Meals With Others Supports Happiness And Social Connections...

21 Mar 202516min

State or Federal Education Policy Direction: Michael Smerconish Is Stuck In The Middle!

State or Federal Education Policy Direction: Michael Smerconish Is Stuck In The Middle!

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should education policy be directed more from the federal or state/local level? Listen here to Michael's take, then vote at Smerconish.com, and please leave a ...

21 Mar 202517min

Gerald Posner is 42,000 pages in to the new JFK document dump, and so far it is all unimportant

Gerald Posner is 42,000 pages in to the new JFK document dump, and so far it is all unimportant

Listen to Michael's 2013 interview with Gerald Posner about his book "Case Closed" here on the Book Club with Michael Smerconish Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com ...

20 Mar 202527min

Michael Smerconish Debates: Is Vandalizing A Tesla Vehicle a Hate Crime?

Michael Smerconish Debates: Is Vandalizing A Tesla Vehicle a Hate Crime?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should acts of vandalism against Tesla vehicles be prosecuted as hate crimes? Listen here to Michael's take, then vote at Smerconish.com, and please leave a ra...

20 Mar 202515min

Mark Halperin is Bullish on How Long First Friend Elon Musk Stays Around

Mark Halperin is Bullish on How Long First Friend Elon Musk Stays Around

Mark Halperin, 2Way Editor-in-Chief and political analyst, offers his take on today's headlines, including Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration, the Russia-Ukraine war, immigration, disar...

19 Mar 202523min

Admiral Stavridis' Hard Truth: Russia May Keep 20% of Ukraine's Land

Admiral Stavridis' Hard Truth: Russia May Keep 20% of Ukraine's Land

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Admiral James Stavridis says that while he “hates” Russia keeping land it seized from Ukraine, such is the “military reality” of negotiated peace. Do you agree...

19 Mar 202513min

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