Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Fresh off speaking at the largest gathering of state legislators in Boston yesterday, Michael talks about the surprising role of Ring video doorbells and how they are shutting the door on political canvassers. With stories of incivility, political violence, and societal disconnect, Michael explores what it means to engage (or not engage) with politics today, starting at your own front door! Listen here, then vote on today's Smerconish.com poll question, which asks: Do you open your door to a political canvasser? 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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Michael wordsmiths a commentary. Original air date 20 December 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

20 Dec 202226min

Penalty Kicks Suck

Penalty Kicks Suck

Michael offers thoughts on Argentina defeating France in the 2022 World Cup with penalty kicks after extra time expired. Original air date 19 December 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

19 Dec 202231min

She Is The Most Intriguing Person in Washington: Senator Kyrsten Sinema Is A Maverick

She Is The Most Intriguing Person in Washington: Senator Kyrsten Sinema Is A Maverick

Michael is fascinated by the story of the newly-changed-to-Independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona apparently selling items on Facebook Marketplace. This is a fun conversation! Original air date...

16 Dec 202227min

Not Red or Blue (or Purple), but Green: A Story of Lawn Politics

Not Red or Blue (or Purple), but Green: A Story of Lawn Politics

Homeowners Associations. Everyone's got a story - this one out of Maryland caught Michael's eye. Let's talk about the politics of lawns. Original air date 15 December 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

15 Dec 202223min

Mark Halperin's Wide World of News 2023 Prediction Pool

Mark Halperin's Wide World of News 2023 Prediction Pool

Michael speaks with Wide World of News founder and political analyst Mark Halperin every Wednesday. In his final 2022 appearance, he runs through his 2023 Prediction Pool. Congress, White House, and M...

14 Dec 202226min

Will You Attend A Religious Service During The Holidays?

Will You Attend A Religious Service During The Holidays?

Michael breaks down the cultural shift in faith and religion as religious organizations adapt to the requests and desires of younger generations. Callers also share their intentions to attend or skip ...

13 Dec 202227min

The Intriguing Story Of Whitey Bulger's Final Hours

The Intriguing Story Of Whitey Bulger's Final Hours

Michael talks with NBC News Investigative Unit Reporter Rich Schapiro on his report "‘Don’t believe everything you see’: Inside Whitey Bulger’s bloody final hours." Original air date 12 December 2022....

12 Dec 202235min

The Brittney Griner-Viktor Bout Prisoner Swap Is A Lopsided Deal

The Brittney Griner-Viktor Bout Prisoner Swap Is A Lopsided Deal

Michael offers his take on the United States securing WNBA star Brittney Griner's freedom from Russia in exchange for convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, known as the "Merchant of Death." Origi...

9 Dec 202229min

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