

The Smerconish Podcast
SiriusXM
Spirited discussions of government, politics, and current events without predictable left/right bias. The Smerconish Podcast is for Independent Minds.
The Michael Smerconish Program airs live on SiriusXM's POTUS Channel 9AM-12PM ET and replays 9PM-12AM East, Monday-Friday.
The Michael Smerconish Program airs live on SiriusXM's POTUS Channel 9AM-12PM ET and replays 9PM-12AM East, Monday-Friday.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Sep 26, 2024 • 9min
Daily Poll: Will the election be as close as the current polls suggest?
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 election be as close as the current polls suggest? Listen, then cast your vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 25, 2024 • 32min
How Kamala Harris' Call for an 'Opportunity Economy’ Could Involve Mingling
Michael talks about Harvard Economist Raj Chetty's guest essay in The New York Times, "I Have Studied Social Mobility for Years. Here’s How Kamala Harris Can Build an ‘Opportunity Economy'." Chett's thesis directly relates to Michael's signature mission to restore civility and compromise to our public discourse, known as "The Mingle Project." Key point: Cross-class relationships are incredibly important. Original air date 25 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 25, 2024 • 28min
Mark Halperin on Kamala Harris' Economic Plan Rollout and the Choice to Interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle
Michael talks to political analyst Mark Halperin at The Wide World of News, now inside of 6 weeks until election day. What's with the Harris campaign's choice of an interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle on the economy, after what the anchor said as a guest on Bill Maher's program last week? Listen in for Mark and Michael's thoughts, on how we need to hear more from Kamala Harris on specifics of her plans. Original air date 25 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 25, 2024 • 7min
Daily Poll: Who needs a second debate more, Harris or Trump?
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 needs a second debate more: Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? 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.

Sep 24, 2024 • 17min
What is going on with NYC Major Eric Adams? Errol Louis explains all
There are currently several federal inquiries into wrongdoing within New York City Mayor Eric Adams' administration. Spectrum News Anchor, Podcast Host, and New York Magazine contributor Errol Louis explains it all. He is a Manhattan based journalist and political analyst and has the scoop from the Big Apple. Original air date 24 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 24, 2024 • 7min
Daily Poll: Is Amazon's new five-day office policy a one-off decision by a single company, or the beginning of a broader trend to return to in-person workplaces?
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 Amazon's new five-day office policy a one-off decision by a single corporation or the beginning of a broader trend to return to in-person workplaces? Listen here, then vote! And please rate and review this podcast on your favorite podcast player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 23, 2024 • 28min
A turbulent few weeks are not hurting Trump: A conversation with Josh Dawsey
Will another debate help Former President Trump? Does he even need it? Maybe not, but does Vice President Harris need one? Michael talks to Josh Dawsey at The Washington Post who reported out on a turbulent few weeks for Trump's campaign with several negative headlines, but, that has not seemed to cause a huge dent in his presidential run, now with six weeks until election day. Original air date 23 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 23, 2024 • 9min
Daily Poll: Should you give to people on the street?
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 you give to people on the street? 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.

Sep 20, 2024 • 26min
A Deep Dive Into The Recent Mark Robinson Scandal
Michael discusses the recently rediscovered posts from North Carolina's Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. Michael also opens the floor for callers to share their thoughts on the controversy and hypocrisy surrounding the content. Original air date 20 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
for information about our collection and use of personal data for
advertising.

Sep 20, 2024 • 8min
Poll Question: Should promotion of diversity on college campuses include ideological balance?
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 promotion of diversity on college campuses include ideological balance? Listen to him discuss now, then vote, and, take a moment to 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.


