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. Today Michael asks you: White women backed Trump in 2016 (+2%) and 2020 (+7%) – will they in 2024? Listen here, then vote, and please rate and review this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
Jul 29, 2024•7 min•Ep. 978
Ian Bogost, contributing writer at The Atlantic and a lover and expert on soft drinks, joins Michael to talk about his piece "J. D. Vance Has a Point About Mountain Dew." Original air date 26 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 26, 2024•18 min•Ep. 977
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. Today Michael asks you: Do those with children have more of a stake in the country’s future than those who do not? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...
Jul 26, 2024•6 min•Ep. 976
Which gives you a better guarantee at a successful career path - vocational school or a college degree? Listen to a man who went to both, at the same time! Darnell Epps is a recent Yale Law School graduate, AND a recent Lincoln Technical School graduate, he spoke with Michael about how his experience led him to believe in the untapped potential of skilled trades. Original air date 27 June 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...
Jul 25, 2024•23 min•Ep. 975
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. Today Michael asks you: Is the current enthusiasm for Kamala Harris short lived? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 25, 2024•7 min•Ep. 974
ABC News Editorial Director of Data Analytics G. Elliott Morris joins the Michael Smerconish Program for a conversation about polling data surrounding the Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump presidential matchup. Michael then opens the floor for callers to share their thoughts. Original air date 23 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 24, 2024•21 min•Ep. 973
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. Today Michael asks you: Will the next 7 weeks of the presidential election be as interesting as the last 7 weeks? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal ...
Jul 24, 2024•7 min•Ep. 972
Michael is joined by frequent guest of the show Admiral James Stavridis in a chat about the Vice Presidency ahead of the 2024 election. The duo discuss future prospects who may fill Kamala Harris' running mate position, and listeners of the show provide their own thoughts on the topic. Original air date 23 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 971
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. Today Michael asks you: Who is Harris’ strongest running mate? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 23, 2024•7 min•Ep. 970
Michael Smerconish sits down with Kevin D. Williamson, a National Correspondent for The Dispatch, in a conversation about J.D. Vance, his political stances, and his background prior to Donald Trump's running mate announcement. Callers also share their thoughts on the upcoming Presidential Election. Original air date 22 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 22, 2024•20 min•Ep. 969
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. Today Michael asks you: Who wins, Trump or Harris? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 22, 2024•6 min•Ep. 968
A global IT outage wreaked havoc across industries across the entire world Thursday night and Friday morning. Michael got immediate, early expertise from Richard Clarke, who, along with being a presidential national security advisor, served as a special advisor for cyberspace, serving as the first "Cyber Czar." In his consulting work today, he has several clients who were affected. Original air date 19 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informati...
Jul 19, 2024•10 min•Ep. 967
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. Today Michael asks you: If President Biden leaves the race, should he endorse Vice President Harris for the nomination? Listen here, then vote, and rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...
Jul 19, 2024•6 min•Ep. 966
Michael talks to journalist and bestselling author Gerald Posner about the timeline of the assassination attempt on President Trump. He's written about it in the piece "A Dereliction of Duty?" at JustTheFacts.media. Original air date 17 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 18, 2024•17 min•Ep. 965
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. Today Michael asks you: Should Joe Biden quit the race now? Listen, then vote. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 18, 2024•7 min•Ep. 964
Democratic strategist Doug Sosnik, who was an advisor to President Bill Clinton and has advised over 50 US Governors and Senators, joins Michael with his view on how President Biden's path to a re-election has all but disappeared, with more battleground states moving firmly into the Trump column. Original air date 17 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 17, 2024•23 min•Ep. 963
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. Today Michael asks you: Will the assassination attempt have any impact on the race? Listen here, then vote, and please rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 17, 2024•8 min•Ep. 962
From the advance preparations to the event day itself, there is a lot that goes in to the US Secret Service protecting a President, former President, and other designated protectees. Michael welcomes expertise on what happened, including the background on how security perimeters are set up and how the subject is protected during the event, in Butler, Pennsylvania, where an assassination attempt was made on former President Donald Trump during a campaign spot. Mr. Mihalek was a Secret Service Age...
Jul 16, 2024•15 min•Ep. 961
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. Today Michael asks you: Based on the evidence so far, has the media appropriately or excessively reported on the political affiliation of the man who shot Donald Trump? Listen here, then vote, and please rate and review this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...
Jul 16, 2024•9 min•Ep. 960
Michael talks to Salena Zito who was covering former President Trump's campaign rally in Butler, PA on Saturday when he was shot. She was just four feet from him when the assassination attempt happened. She tells her story, including Trump calling her the following day to check in on how she was doing after the incident. You can find Salena's work at The Free Press and The Washington Examiner, and at salenazito.com. Original air date 15 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ht...
Jul 15, 2024•18 min•Ep. 959
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. Today Michael asks you: Who will Donald Trump select as his running mate? Doug Burgum, Marco Rubio, JD Vance, or Other? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 15, 2024•7 min•Ep. 958
Michael chats with The Cook Political Report's David Wasserman, a Senior Editor and Elections Analyst, about a variety of election-related news and statistics. Some points of discussion include minorities' voting habits, President Joe Biden's press conference, and Vice President Kamala Harris's potential if she runs against Donald Trump. Michael then allows callers to share their own perspectives. Original air date 12 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.c...
Jul 12, 2024•30 min•Ep. 957
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. Today Michael asks you: Would George Clooney and other Democrats with first hand knowledge of President Biden have eventually spoken up without the debate? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...
Jul 12, 2024•6 min•Ep. 956
Michael invites Bradley Tusk, a venture capitalist, philanthropist, writer, and political strategist, to the program as the two discuss, many topics surrounding President Biden's position in the 2024 Election. While delving into Tusk's article "How Biden Thinks" the duo analyze what political leaders could say to the President to get him to withdraw from the race, voting via the internet, and other election-related topics. Michael then gives callers the chance to provide their thoughts. Original...
Jul 11, 2024•28 min•Ep. 955
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. Today Michael asks you: If President Joe Biden does not run, should he endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, or embrace an Open Blitz Primary? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data ...
Jul 11, 2024•6 min•Ep. 954
With the 2024 Election around the corner, many Americans have been questioning Biden's decision to continue the race rather than dropping out and endorsing another candidate. Author, producer, and philanthropist Ted Dintersmith evaluates Biden's choices pertaining to the upcoming election and raises some ideas of his own, including a potential Open Blitz Primary. Michael also asks callers to join the conversation and share their thoughts. Original air date 10 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an ...
Jul 10, 2024•22 min•Ep. 953
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. Today Michael asks you: Do you agree with David Axelrod, that it is more likely President Biden loses to Trump in a landslide than wins narrowly? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...
Jul 10, 2024•6 min•Ep. 952
Michael is joined by Rutgers Professor of Statistics Dr. Harry Crane in a conversation about political betting markets. The pair specifically touch on a variety of topics including: the collection of services where one can place a wager and the various odds of success for presidential prospects. Callers also provide their own insights to the program. Original air date 09 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use ...
Jul 09, 2024•20 min•Ep. 951
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. Today Michael asks you: The Most Likely Tipping Point for Biden's Candidacy Is? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 09, 2024•8 min•Ep. 950
Joe Biden's 2024 election cycle has featured heavy criticism concerning his performance as the current President of the United States and how his age may be a significant factor. Michael analyzes President Biden's age and the state of the Democratic Party as a whole. He then invites callers to join in on the conversation. Original air date 08 July 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...
Jul 08, 2024•32 min•Ep. 949
