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The Smerconish Podcast

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.

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00:30:02

The Supreme Court Said No — But This Lawyer Isn’t...

The Smerconish Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Michael speaks with Professor Michael Polelle a Florida voter, and constitutional law scholar, who’s been fighting — solo — to overturn Florida’s closed primary system. His lawsuit argues that forcing voters to join a political party to participate in publicly funded primaries violates free speech and equal protection rights. The Supreme Court declined to hear his case, but the fight for open primaries — and for millions of independent voters shut out of elections — is far from over. Michael himself

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00:13:53

Tomahawks for Ukraine? The Question That Could Define...

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2025/10/16

Will President Trump give Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine? That is today's poll question at Smerconish.com....and deliberately, Michael is asking "WILL" and not "SHOULD." With President Zelensky visiting the White House and global tensions rising, Michael unpacks what this decision could mean for U.S. foreign policy, NATO, and Trump’s stance toward Putin. Plus, Michael revisits the global debate over AI risk, and he explores a provocative essay arguing that sex robots might not be so bad after all

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00:34:13

Can Trump End America’s Political Civil War? Mark...

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2025/10/15

Mark Halperin is Editor-in-Chief of 2WAY and host of the Next Up podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:13:39

AI Is Advancing Fast and Could End Us All

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2025/10/15

In this episode, Michael asks you chilling question: “Agree or Disagree — Mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority akin to the threat of pandemics and nuclear war.”Michael dives into the warnings from AI experts who argue that artificial superintelligence could mean the end of humanity. From OpenAI’s new video generator Sora to the blurring line between fact and fiction, Michael explores whether technology has already gone too far. 🎧 Listen now, then cast your vote

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00:33:15

Talking Tomahawks with Admiral James Stavridis

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2025/10/14

Michael runs through several major global headlines with retired Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO. From Trump’s proposed Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine to the fragile peace in Gaza, Poland’s growing military power, and sending 'fat troops' home, the Admiral offers sharp, candid insights on America’s attention span, global stability, and the future of warfare. Original air date 14 October 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor

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00:14:06

If Trump Can Broker Peace in The Middle East… Can He...

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2025/10/14

If President Trump applied his Middle East peace strategies to America's political divide, would he succeed? With world leaders from all political perspectives praising Trump’s role in Gaza’s ceasefire, Michael explores whether that same deal-making could heal the deep fractures in U.S. politics — or if America is too divided for peace. 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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00:23:27

The 5 New Independent Types That Are Changing Politics

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2025/10/13

Michael Smerconish talks with CNN’s Jeff Zeleny about a groundbreaking poll that reveals five distinct types of independent voters. From the "Disappointed Middle" to the "Checked Out," understanding these groups is essential to understanding modern American politics. 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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00:18:45

20 Hostages for 250 Prisoners: A Justified Deal or...

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2025/10/13

A historic hostage deal sees 20 Israelis released in exchange for 250 Palestinian prisoners. Michael Smerconish asks the tough question: Is this kind of negotiation justified to facilitate peace? He breaks down the facts, shares powerful insights, and reveals what listeners like you had to say in today’s poll at smerconish.com. Plus, thoughts on Trump’s role in the deal, the ethics of negotiating with terrorists, and how this could shape the future of Middle East diplomacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an

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00:29:26

Faith, Politics, and Power: What Americans Really...

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2025/10/10

Dr. Ryan Burge is Professor of Practice at Washington University in St. Louis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:19:26

If Middle East Peace Holds, Trump Should Win The...

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2025/10/10

Michael offers a bold take on today's Smerconish.com poll question which asks: "If peace holds in the Middle East, should President Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize next year?" From 2025 Nobel winner Maria Corina Machado to Thomas Friedman’s surprising take, Michael explores whether Trump’s diplomacy deserves global recognition — and what the Nobel Committee’s decision really says about politics and peace. Listen here, then vote there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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00:29:22

Dating an A.I. Girlfriend, And We Need 150 Friends

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2025/10/09

Michael Smerconish dives into two “Mingle Project”-themed stories that reveal how technology and loneliness are reshaping human connection. From a report that 1 in 5 teens have had a romantic AI relationship, to new research showing our brains can only handle 150 real friendships, Michael connects the dots on what’s happening to our ability to truly mingle. Is society drifting from real relationships to artificial ones? Original air date 9 October 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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00:13:24

Will Trump’s National Guard Deployment Spark the...

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2025/10/09

Michael Smerconish dives into today’s provocative poll question: "Will President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops spur the sort of violence that would justify continued military presence?" He unpacks the legal and political stakes — from the Posse Comitatus Act to the Insurrection Act — and asks whether the current strategy could be by design. Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of

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00:26:28

Mark Halperin on Bari Weiss and The Future of Journalism

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2025/10/08

Michael sits down with political analyst Mark Halperin to unpack new CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss’s claim that the far left destroyed America’s center-left, and what that and the rest of her opinions and experiences mean for that company moving forward. Halperin notes that Weiss is what big journalism needs now: He and Michael explore how media bias, polarization, and public perception are reshaping U.S. politics. They also also touch on the government shutdown, Russia’s latest moves, and the

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00:13:38

A Female President Or A LGBTQ+ President

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2025/10/08

Michael owns up to a one-word mistake in today's Smerconish.com poll question — and it sparks a fascinating debate. Listen here and then vote on this question: "Who will be elected president first, a woman or someone openly LGBTQ+?" He breaks down why that missing word matters, what new polling reveals about voter attitudes, and how figures like CBS' Bari Weiss and Pete Buttigieg factor into America’s political future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor

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00:30:51

America’s Surprising Gender Gap: Why Younger Voters...

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2025/10/07

Michael reacts to a new Politico poll that reveals a surprising truth: younger Americans are less likely than older ones to support electing a female president. He’s joined by The Atlantic’s Olga Khazan to unpack what this says about gender, power, and how women candidates still face a “double bind” in U.S. politics. Plus, what kind of woman could finally break the White House glass ceiling? Listen here for that, and reactions from the audience. Original air date 7 October 2025. Hosted by

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00:19:00

Did the "Far-Left" Destroy the "Center-Left"?

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2025/10/07

Michael Smerconish dives into today’s Smerconish.com poll question: Do you agree with Barry Weiss that the far left destroyed the center left in America? As Weiss takes the reins at CBS News, Michael explores her viral speech, her critique of political extremes, and what her rise means for the future of journalism—and both sides of the aisle. A must-listen for anyone trying to make sense of today’s shifting political landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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00:23:00

The American Dream Isn’t Dead — You’re Just Defining...

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2025/10/06

Michael Smerconish sits down with Dr. Michael Strain of the American Enterprise Institute to challenge the idea that the American Dream is out of reach. With Investopedia pegging its “cost” at over $5 million, Smerconish and Strain unpack what really defines success in America today. Is homeownership essential? Does hard work still pay off? And are our expectations part of the problem? A sharp, timely look at what it means to “make it” in modern America. Original air date 30 September 2025. Hosted

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00:11:55

James Comey on Trial: Should He Seek Dismissal or...

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2025/10/06

Former FBI Director James Comey is now facing two felony charges. Listen here as Michael dives deep into the politics, strategy, and spectacle behind the case. Should Comey ask a judge to dismiss the charges now, or should he take the unprecedented step of going to trial for public vindication? Michael unpacks the legal dynamics, DOJ tensions, and political implications — and invites you to weigh in on today’s poll question....listen and then go vote at Smerconish.com. And please rate, review, and

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00:30:50

The Shutdown Stalemate: Partisan Politics Gone Too Far

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2025/10/03

Michael takes a hard look at the ongoing government shutdown and asks the critical question: Who’s really to blame? Drawing on William F. Buckley’s famous “phone book” quote, Michael argues that Congress has become more dysfunctional than ever, with partisan politics and grandstanding replacing real compromise. With more than 700,000 federal workers furloughed and key programs in limbo, Michael explains how both parties are playing to their bases instead of governing for the country. This commentary

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00:16:42

Is America Too Broken to Fix?

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2025/10/03

Michael breaks down today's poll question: Do you think America's political system can still address the nation's problems or is it too politically divided to solve its problems? He compares his audience’s response to recent New York Times data, explores the roots of our division, and shares shocking stats — like why only 28% of Americans trust the media and why 3 in 10 think political violence may be necessary. Plus, what really drives extremism in U.S. politics and how we might start fixing it

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