The Escalator Ride That Changed America: 10 Years of Trump Dominance
Michael marks 10 years since Donald Trump's infamous Trump Tower escalator ride launched his political career. From media circus to political dominance, how did it happen—and would any of it have happ...
17 Juni 202531min
The Left’s Missing Leader: Is It Time for Obama to Return?
This week marks the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s infamous escalator ride that began his run for the presidency and command of the headlines over the past ten years. Michael asks you this provoca...
17 Juni 202515min
The Case for A Pathway To Citizenship
Michael Smerconish tackles the immigration issue head-on in this compelling commentary. From undocumented workers at diners and car washes to shifting Trump-era policies, he makes the case for a pathw...
16 Juni 202531min
Political Rage, or, Easy Access To Data: What’s Fueling Attacks at Leaders' Homes?
Drawing from front-page headlines, federal intelligence memos, and expert insights, this episode explores the deeper roots of political extremism and the implications for American democracy. Hosted by...
16 Juni 202516min
Go Forth and Mingle: Michael Smerconish’s Commencement Legacy
Michael Smerconish closes out the 2024–25 graduation season by looking back on the commencement addresses he’s delivered over the years—and the one that got canceled. From standing in a downpour at Wi...
14 Juni 202523min
India Plane Crash: How to Survive the Unthinkable
When a plane crashes in India, killing over 240 people and sparing just one, Michael Smerconish turns to survival expert and author Ben Sherwood. The former ABC News President, now Publisher/CEO of Th...
13 Juni 202518min
Sorry, Senator Padilla, You Crossed The Line
Michael and TC talk about California Senator Alex Padilla's (D) appearance at a press conference that HHS Secretary Kristi Noem was holding, where he was forcibly removed and detained for a short time...
13 Juni 202515min
Michael’s Take: Why I Oppose Israel's Strike on Iran (With a Caveat)
Michael offers a nuanced take on Israel attacking Iran last night. He unpacks today’s Smerconish.com poll question, which asks "Do you favor or oppose Israel’s attack against Iran?" Listen to him talk...
13 Juni 202520min
