
Michael Smerconish tackles the American political and news stories of the week, offering a unique non-ideological take: his own.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 122 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsPolitics | |||

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I PAID into social security all my life. Even while going to school I had a job and paid. I’m now “retired” and my taxes are more than ever!
I once looked forward to Michael’s program as a daily source of insight and commentary. However, as the political and social climate has grown increasingly complex, I find myself growing frustrated with what I perceive as a superficial treatment of personality disorders in public figures, and a tendency to normalize behavior that warrants sharper scrutiny. Holding power to account, including identifying and naming harmful patterns of conduct…is a core responsibility of journalism. Lately, Michae... more
This is a moron taking up time space and oxygen!
I like the feeling of learning something new every Saturday from the Smerconish program. His moderate perspective, intelligent guests, provocative and timely topics combined with live viewer input makes a compelling case for required viewing.
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Weekly political and news analysis led by Michael Smerconish, a lawyer and CNN political commentator. He connects U.S. elections and party strategy with debates over the economy, technology, law, national security, education and public policy, often weighing how events affect voters and institutions. The format combines host commentary, interviews and debate with politicians, journalists, analysts, academics, business figures and military or security experts. Audience polls and viewer input add a participatory element, while guests with differing viewpoints bring competing arguments into the discussion. Its broad current-affairs scope and emphasis on independent-minded analysis make it a fit for listeners who want context across domestic po... more
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2. Kevin O'Leary
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4. Doug Sosnik
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6. Richard Clarke
7. Clarissa Ward
8. Jonah Goldberg
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