AI Boom or Bust? Ron Insana on the Real Risk Behind Today’s Stock Market Surge
CNBC and MSNBC commentator Ron Insana joins Michael to break down what’s really driving the stock market — and why most investors aren’t feeling the gains. From the soaring dominance of the “Magnifice...
4 Dec 202525min
Not Feeling Rich: $1 Million Isn’t What It Used to Be
Is a $1 million net worth still considered wealthy in 2025? New research reveals that most American millionaires don’t think so — and they’re more financially anxious than ever. Michael breaks down th...
4 Dec 202514min
Admiral Stavridis on the Pentagon Firestorm: Congressional Inquiry Required
Michael Smerconish sits down with Admiral James Stavridis to unpack the explosive controversy surrounding a September military strike now under congressional investigation. Drawing on his experience a...
3 Dec 202525min
Second Strike Scandal: Is Admiral Bradley Responsible?
Should Admiral “Mitch” Bradley face disciplinary action for authorizing a second strike on a suspected drug-trafficking boat? Michael is asking this poll question at Smerconish.com today. Using report...
3 Dec 202517min
Teens Don't Trust The News–And Think Spider-Man Is A Journalist
Michael sits down with Peter Adams at the News Literacy Project to unpack a startling new study on how 13–18-year-olds view journalism—revealing deep distrust, confusion about media ethics, and a surp...
2 Dec 202529min
Should Ole Miss Have Let Lane Kiffin Finish the Season? Michael Battles His Emotions vs. Logic
Today’s Smerconish.com poll asks: “Should Ole Miss have allowed Lane Kiffin to finish the season even after he accepted the LSU job?” Michael breaks down the full drama—from the Rebels’ championship r...
2 Dec 202518min
Did the U.S. Commit a War Crime? Andrew McCarthy on the Drug Boat Strikes
Andrew C. McCarthy is a senior fellow at National Review Institute, an NR contributing editor, and author of Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency. Hosted by Simpleca...
1 Dec 202517min
Is $50K… or $150K Enough? America’s True Cost of Living For A Family Of Four
Michael dives into today’s "Cyber Monday" Smerconish.com poll: "How much does a family of four truly need to live independently in America?" He breaks down new research suggesting the real poverty lin...
1 Dec 202517min
