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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Will Kamala Harris' Book Ruin a Future Presidential Run

Will Kamala Harris' Book Ruin a Future Presidential Run

Despite a long day of travel ahead, Michael Smerconish shares his thoughts on today's daily poll question: "Is Kamala Harris’ book release and media tour enhancing or diminishing her prospects to one ...

26 Sep 20257min

Political Violence Is Here In America  — But It's Not What You Think

Political Violence Is Here In America — But It's Not What You Think

New York Times' Jia Lynn Yang joins Michael to unpack America’s disturbing new era of political violence. From the assassination of Charlie Kirk to nihilistic acts with unclear ideology, are we witnes...

25 Sep 202518min

Michael Says Rhetoric Is A Problem, It's Not The Cause Of This Political Violence

Michael Says Rhetoric Is A Problem, It's Not The Cause Of This Political Violence

Michael Smerconish digs into today’s poll question: Is the rise in political violence driven by rhetoric or deeper societal issues? Citing expert research, tragic examples, and his own Mingle Project,...

25 Sep 202517min

Remembering Bernie Parent: The Lasting Legacy of a Flyers Legend

Remembering Bernie Parent: The Lasting Legacy of a Flyers Legend

In this special bonus episode of The Smerconish Podcast, Michael reflects on the life and legacy of Philadelphia Flyers legend Bernie Parent, who passed away this week at the age of 80 (1945-2025). In...

24 Sep 202530min

Chris Cuomo’s Unfiltered Take on Jimmy Kimmel and the Future of ABC

Chris Cuomo’s Unfiltered Take on Jimmy Kimmel and the Future of ABC

Michael Smerconish welcomes Chris Cuomo (host of Cuomo on NewsNation) for a candid conversation about the future of late-night TV and Jimmy Kimmel’s place in it. The two dig into Kimmel's removal from...

24 Sep 202525min

One Year From Today......Will Jimmy Kimmel Still Be On ABC?

One Year From Today......Will Jimmy Kimmel Still Be On ABC?

In this episode, Michael explores:Kimmel’s emotional on-air response following criticism.The shifting late-night landscape and declining broadcast TV audiences.How younger viewers are consuming late-n...

24 Sep 202515min

Schooling Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on How To Host A Radio Show

Schooling Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on How To Host A Radio Show

Governor Andy Beshear (D-KY) recently joined SiriusXM with a weekly show on Progress Channel 127, a sister channel to POTUS 124, where Michael's show is heard. The day of the Governor's radio debut, M...

23 Sep 20259min

Tylenol and Autism: Fact, Fear, or Misleading Science?

Tylenol and Autism: Fact, Fear, or Misleading Science?

On today’s episode, Michael digs into today's Smerconish.com poll question: "Would you discourage a pregnant family member or friend from taking Tylenol?" With conflicting studies, heated political co...

23 Sep 202520min

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