The Smerconish Podcast

Michael chats with Joe Garofoli, Senior Political Writer at The San Francisco Chronicle, about Vice President Kamala Harris' record as a prosecutor in California, before she moved on to the Senate and the vice presidency, and now her run for President. Original air date 31 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.

Michael talks with political philosopher Michael J. Sandel, the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of Government at Harvard University. He says Vice President Kamala Harris, needs to (among other things) reconnect the Democratic party with working class voters. Original air ate 31 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.

Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to name her running mate this weekend in the 2024 presidential race. Michael predicts it is his own state's governor, Governor Josh Shapiro (D-PA). Listen in to hear why! Original air date 2 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Listen here as Michael opens with yesterday's poll results (do you remember how you voted?) and then explains today's question here to give you some insight into his thinking. Today Michael asks you, In the hypothetical event of war between Israel and Iran, should the U.S. actively participate? 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.

This week, former President Trump made news by questioning Vice President Kamala Harris' race, in front of a group of black journalists. By total coincidence, BEFORE this happened, CBS 21 Harrisburg, PA anchor Joel D. Smith visited a black barbershop for a lengthy, recorded conversation with the barbers and patrons, about politics. Among the topics, they offered their opinions on whether they believe Kamala Harris is black, and, whether Donald Trump is racist. Michael goes in depth with him here, including soundbites from those conversations in the shop. Original air date 1 August 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Listen here as Michael opens with yesterday's poll results (do you remember how you voted?) and then explains today's question here to give you some insight into his thinking. Today Michael asks you, with Former President Trump questioning Vice President Kamala Harris' race, whether black or Indian: Did Trump just lose the election with his comments at the NABJ conference? Listen here, then vote! And please share, 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.

Aaron David Miller's latest book is "The End of Greatness" - listen to his conversation with Michael about it on the Book Club with Michael Smerconish Podcast here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Listen here as Michael opens with yesterday's poll results (do you remember how you voted?) and then explains today's question here to give you some insight into his thinking. Today Michael asks you: Should presidents appoint a new Supreme Court justice every two years, each limited to an 18-year term? Listen here, then cast your ballot! 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.

Michael focuses on decade-old messages between JD Vance and his friend Sofia Nelson, which they (Sofia) shared with the New York Times. They show a change in the vice presidential candidate's views over the years. Listen to Michael's thoughts and audience reaction. Please 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.

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: Does labeling Republicans as “weird” help or hurt Kamala Harris’ campaign? Listen here, vote there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.