Disobeying Orders: Congress, the Military, and the Line Between Duty and Defiance

Disobeying Orders: Congress, the Military, and the Line Between Duty and Defiance

When six Democratic members of Congress released a video urging troops to “refuse illegal orders,” President Trump called it seditious behavior. But was the video itself appropriate—or reckless? Michael speaks with Lt. Col. Rachel VanLandingham (ret.), a former Air Force JAG and law professor, who says the lawmakers “did more harm than good.” Together, they unpack what the law actually says about disobeying orders, how politics risks turning the military into a pawn, and where the real danger to democracy lies. Original air date 24 November 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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Should President Biden waive the option of military personnel to refuse a COVID vaccine?

Should President Biden waive the option of military personnel to refuse a COVID vaccine?

Michael offers thoughts on those in the military, and the federal government, who are refusing to get a COVID vaccine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for inform...

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COVID Rising: Should Biden credit Trump for vaccine development?

COVID Rising: Should Biden credit Trump for vaccine development?

Michael's commentary on the latest COVID headlines, pondering whether Biden and Trump should work together to encourage vaccinations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz....

16 Jul 202118min

Many Post-Trump Books Have Published, But There's Alot We Still Don't Know

Many Post-Trump Books Have Published, But There's Alot We Still Don't Know

Michael's commentary on the forthcoming book "I Alone Can Fix It" by Carol Leonnig & Phil Rucker, and the myriad of other post-Trump presidency books that have been released. Original air date 15 July...

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Jeff Greenfield: The Democrats Need A Reality Check

Jeff Greenfield: The Democrats Need A Reality Check

Emmy Award-winning TV analyst and journalist Jeff Greenfield on his Politico op-ed, "The Democrats Need A Reality Check." Original air date 14 July 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ...

15 Jul 202116min

Your safe deposit box...may not be so safe.

Your safe deposit box...may not be so safe.

Institute for Justice Senior Attorney Rob Johnson on a case in California where paying customers not involved in any crimes that a FBI raid was looking for...just want their stuff back. Original air d...

13 Jul 202118min

Did Richard Branson really make it to Space?

Did Richard Branson really make it to Space?

Michael opens his Monday 12 July 2021 radio program with thoughs on the Euro soccer finale, and Richard Branson's trip to space over the weekend: did he really make it? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

12 Jul 202124min

Commentary: On The Lessons of Afghanistan

Commentary: On The Lessons of Afghanistan

Michael shares thoughts after President Biden announces all US combat troops are being pulled from Afghanistan after 20 years of war. Original air date 9 July 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

9 Jul 202119min

President Trump Will Lose His Lawsuits Against Social Media Platforms

President Trump Will Lose His Lawsuits Against Social Media Platforms

Professor Eric Goldman at the Santa Clara University School of Law, with Michael Smerconish on 8 July 2021, on former President Trump filing lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter, and Google. Hosted by ...

8 Jul 202117min

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