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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Daily Poll: Is the poll showing Harris leading in Iowa an incorrect aberration or a predictor of how the race will end?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

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Michael talks to "13 Keys to the White House" creator, American University Professor Allan Lichtman, five days before Election Day. He has used his formula to predict that Vice President Harris will w...

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Daily Poll: Whose supporters will have a more difficult time coping with defeat?

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Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

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CNN's John King on the MAGIC behind The Magic Wall on Election Night

CNN's John King on the MAGIC behind The Magic Wall on Election Night

CNN's chief national correspondent John King joins Michael 5 days before Election Day 2024, to talk about his famous 'Magic Wall' that he has become known for on Election Night, using the technology t...

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Daily Poll: In the 2024 presidential election, are you voting FOR a particular candidate or AGAINST another?

Daily Poll: In the 2024 presidential election, are you voting FOR a particular candidate or AGAINST another?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

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Mark Halperin gives each side's theory of the case: How do Harris or Trump win

Mark Halperin gives each side's theory of the case: How do Harris or Trump win

2WAY and Wide World of News Political Analyst Mark Halperin makes his final appearance before Election Day 2024, going through the latest headlines with Michael, and offers his take on what each side ...

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Daily Poll: Should Kamala Harris sit for a 3-hour interview with Joe Rogan?

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot....

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