Former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, Admiral (Ret.) James Stavridis gives Michael his perspective on the Israel-Hamas cease-fire agreement, and offers thoughts on the legacy of former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, who passed away at age 100. Original air date 30 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 30, 2023•29 min•Ep. 651
With a debate happening tonight, and one next Wednednesday, Michael asks today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which debate will have more viewers? DeSantis vs. Newsom (tonight), or the 4th GOP Presidential Debate (Wednesday December 6). Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 30 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 30, 2023•6 min•Ep. 650
Michael is incredibly proud of the Daily Newsletter he sends out each morning - 20 different links to a wide variety of news stories to start your day. But, he does sometimes miss some really great stories - here he catches up on what's not in today's newsletter...he picks up a physical copy of the New York Times, and learns a lot. Come along for the ride! Original air date 29 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...
Nov 29, 2023•32 min•Ep. 649
A specific phrase has become a battle cry for pro-Palestinians activists, and has angered Jews who see it as a call for Israel to be wiped off the map. Michael asks about it in today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Is there any benign interpretation of the phrase: “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free”? Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 29 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...
Nov 29, 2023•5 min•Ep. 648
A new Wall Street Journal/NORC poll shows that voters see the 'American Dream' slipping out of reach. Michael gets the data and details from WSJ reporter/editor Aaron Zitner. The question: Do you believe that anyone who works hard in this country can get ahead? Original air date 28 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 28, 2023•22 min•Ep. 647
"Even Most Biden Voters Don’t See a Thriving Economy" is a front page headline on today's New York Times. This article has Michael asking today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which is more fueling voter angst? Social media and perceptions, or, Real conditions in the economy? Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 28 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ad...
Nov 28, 2023•5 min•Ep. 646
Michael discusses Biden's low poll numbers and its correlation with the current state of the economy. Michael continues the discussion by speaking with a diverse group of callers and asking each of them how they feel the economy is doing as well as how it is affecting them individually. Original air date 27 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 27, 2023•23 min•Ep. 645
Gaza civilians under Israeli barrage are being killed at a historic pace. Israel has cast the deaths of civilians in the Gaza Strip as a regrettable and unavoidable part of modern conflict. Listen to Michael lay out today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Agree or Disagree: Israel military activities in Gaza should be considered proportionate inasmuch as they minimize civilian casualties in the course of fighting for just cause? Listen here, then vote. Original air date 27 November 2023. ...
Nov 27, 2023•5 min•Ep. 644
The Fall 2024 presidential debate schedule has been announced. Michael offers up some memorable debate moments from years past, and then welcomes Frank Fahrenkopf, co-chair of the non-partisan non-profit Commission on Presidential Debates to talk about how the location selection process works. Original air date 22 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 23, 2023•28 min•Ep. 643
Michael looks back at November 22, 1963, the day President John F. Kennedy was killed. Listen to conversations from the archives with Senator Arlen Specter and forensic pathologist Cyril Wecht, Michael spoke with them in 2003 on the 40th anniversary of the assassination. Original air date 22 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 22, 2023•36 min•Ep. 642
The non-partisan Commission on Presidential Debates announced the 2024 debate schedule for next fall, with three presidential and one vice presidential debate happening in September and October in TX, PA, VA and UT. Listen to Michael lay out today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: If held, will the debates in Fall of 2024 significantly influence the outcome of the Presidential Race? Listen here, then vote! Original air date 22 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See h...
Nov 22, 2023•6 min•Ep. 641
Former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, Admiral (Ret.) James Stavridis gives his insights on Israel's "proportionality" of response to attacks from Hamas. Original air date 21 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 21, 2023•31 min•Ep. 640
Today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Is it possible to draft a court order which balances Donald Trump's First Amendment rights with the need to protect the safety of possible witnesses? Listen to Michael lay it out here, and then vote! Original air date 21 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 21, 2023•6 min•Ep. 639
Michael recaps a fascinating conversation he had on CNN over the weekend with Jacob Chansley, known as "QAnon Shaman" when he stormed the US Capitol on January 6th 2021. He has done his time in prison and is now running for congress in Arizona. Original air date 20 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 20, 2023•22 min•Ep. 638
With President Biden celebrating his 81st birthday today, and former President Trump facing numerous lawsuits and indictments, Michael asks this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com today: Which is more likely to determine the outcome in 2024: Biden's age or Trump's legal peril? Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 20 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...
Nov 20, 2023•6 min•Ep. 637
Michael welcomes Ann Arbor News and MLive's Michigan Football Beat Reporter Aaron McCann to give the back story and details - and more that you likely don't know about the interesting rules of college football - following the announcement of a three-game suspension for Michigan Coach Jim Harbaugh. Original air date 17 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 17, 2023•13 min•Ep. 636
In 2002, Al Qaeda terrorist leader Osama Bin Laden wrote a letter laying out his justification for the September 11th attacks on the U.S. The letter was published by many news organizations back then, and now it has resurfaced. It prompts Michael to offer his take - or two takes - on today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should social media outlets publish or censor Bin Laden's 2002 "Letter to America"? Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 17 November 2023. Hosted b...
Nov 17, 2023•7 min•Ep. 635
What is going on with the Israeli hostages in Gaza? What to efforts to rescue them look like? Michael talks to Soufan Group Senior VP Christopher O'Leary. He was previously the Director of U.S. Hostage Rescue & Recovery. Original air date 16 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 16, 2023•28 min•Ep. 634
Attention keyboard warriors....Michael asks this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com today: Do you agree with Nikki Haley: “Every person on social media should be verified by their name." Listen to his thoughts here, then vote! Original air date 16 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 16, 2023•6 min•Ep. 633
With the talk of third party candidates becoming more popular these days, Michael recalls a conversation he had with former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura in 2016 about voting for a third party candidate instead of a Democrat or Republican. Original air date 15 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 15, 2023•33 min•Ep. 632
After Israeli forces raided Gaza's largest hospital believing that Hamas militants were inside, Michael asks this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com today: Should Israeli forces have entered Al-Shifa Hospital? Listen to his thought process here, then vote! Original air date 15 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 15, 2023•6 min•Ep. 631
Michael welcomes Angela McArdle, Chair of the Libertarian Party, for a conversation to learn about their platform and plans for the 2024 presidential race. Original air date 14 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 14, 2023•20 min•Ep. 630
As more people look at the possibility of voting for a third party candidate in 2024 over the traditional two party candidates, Michael asks today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Are you open to the idea of voting for a Libertarian candidate for local, state or national office? Listen here, then vote! Original air date 14 November 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 14, 2023•5 min•Ep. 629
Michael is a big fan of comedian Bill Burr. He offers thoughts on Burr's wife gesture toward former President Trump at an event at Madison Square Garden over the weekend. Original air date 13 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 13, 2023•10 min•Ep. 628
Michael speaks on today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which side benefits if the Trump federal subversion trial is televised? Prosecutors, or Trump. Listen here, then vote! Original air date 13 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 13, 2023•6 min•Ep. 627
Former President Trump's numerous court battles are benefitting him in the 2024 race. Michael talks to Alex Isenstadt at Politico, on his piece "An anti-Trump group produced four ads attacking his legal troubles. They backfired." Original air date 10 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 10, 2023•26 min•Ep. 626
Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) has announced he is not running for reelection. That brings Michael to today's Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Will Joe Manchin run for president? Listen here, then vote! Original air date 10 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 10, 2023•5 min•Ep. 625
Analysis of the third Republican Presidential Primary Debate, which was hosted by NBC News. Original air date 9 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 09, 2023•31 min•Ep. 624
Now two days removed from the 2023 off-year election day, Michael asks this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which is more predictive for 2024? Recent polling, or Tuesday's election results? Listen here, then vote! Original air date 9 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 09, 2023•5 min•Ep. 623
It's the day after a big off-year election with notable outcomes in states like Ohio, Virginia and Kentucky .... but - there's something even bigger today that matters. Michael explains. Original air date 8 November 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 08, 2023•26 min•Ep. 622
