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Michael Smerconish tackles the American political and news stories of the week, offering a unique non-ideological take: his own.

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Michael Smerconish discusses the tangible impacts of the extended government shutdown on millions of Americans, including the cessation of SNAP benefits, rising health insurance premiums, and unpaid federal workers. He emphasizes the urgency to reope... more

Michael Smerconish discusses the political landscape, focusing on the need for moderation within the Democratic Party to win elections. He references a New York Times analysis suggesting that Democrats are seen as too liberal, judgmental, and focused... more

Michael Smerconish interviews Eric Trump, author of the book 'Under Siege,' discussing President Trump's foreign policy successes, particularly in the Middle East, and his efforts to address issues such as the national deficit and government shutdown... more

A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, now in its second day, which involves the partial withdrawal of Israeli troops and the exchange of hostages and prisoners. Michael Smerconish reports from the Philadelphia suburbs and provides updates ... more

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Eric Trump
Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization and author of 'Under Siege'.
Trump Organization
Episode: Under Siege: A Conversation with Eric Trump
Thomas L. Friedman
Foreign Affairs columnist at The New York Times, three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, and author of From Beirut to Jerusalem
The New York Times
Episode: Ceasefire in Gaza: The Road to Peace?
Susie Welch
Director of NYU's Initiative on Purpose and Flourishing
New York University
Episode: Navigating Political Turbulence: From Shutdowns to Shifts in Voter Alignment
Glin Yang
Senior ideas writer at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Decoding the Patterns of Violence: Beyond Left and Right
Professor Alan Wiseman
Associate Provost and Professor of Political Economy at Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt University
Episode: Decoding the Patterns of Violence: Beyond Left and Right
Jeff Selingo
Higher ed reporter and bestselling author
Episode: Decoding the Patterns of Violence: Beyond Left and Right
Rahm Emanuel
Former Obama White House Chief of Staff and CNN Senior Political and Global Affairs Commentator
CNN
Episode: The Male Dilemma: Social Shifts and Their Impact on Young Men
Richard Reeves
Founder of the American Institute for Boys and Men and author of Of Boys and Men
Episode: The Male Dilemma: Social Shifts and Their Impact on Young Men
Robert Pape
Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, Director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats
University of Chicago
Episode: Finding Common Ground: Steps Towards National Unity

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Michael Smerconish
Political commentator and host offering a unique non-ideological perspective on current events and American political issues.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • I like the feeling…..

    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.

    DJ Christopher Ford

    Apple Podcasts
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    DJ Christopher Ford
    United Statesa month ago

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Under Siege: A Conversation with Eric Trump
Q: Why can't we address major domestic issues now?
Eric contends there's a perception that addressing domestic issues isn't considered a priority compared to his father's accomplishments abroad.
Ceasefire in Gaza: The Road to Peace?
Q: What do we know about the hostage release?
We expect that those hostages could be released as early as this weekend, with the absolute drop dead deadline for Hamas to release those hostages being Monday at noon.
Navigating Political Turbulence: From Shutdowns to Shifts in Voter Alignment
Q: Who can we look to now in the Senate as brokering this kind of a deal?
The Senate lacks many of the previous cross-party coalitions, with only two states having split Senate delegations, indicating a greater polarization.
Navigating Political Turbulence: From Shutdowns to Shifts in Voter Alignment
Q: How come not this time?
The political landscape has changed, and bipartisan cooperation has decreased significantly in recent years, leading to the current impasse
Decoding the Patterns of Violence: Beyond Left and Right
Q: Is it ideology or is it mental health that causes political violence by young men?
The discussion suggests that mental health, rather than ideology, is the larger contributing factor to political violence among young men.

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This podcast features a prominent host who explores the main political and news stories in America, offering insights that are meant to transcend traditional ideological viewpoints. Each episode typically tackles various hot-button topics ranging from domestic policies to international relations, revealing the complexities and nuances behind the headlines. Notable themes include the American political landscape, societal challenges, electoral processes, public safety, and evolving voter demographics, all presented through a lens that encourages critical thinking and engagement without partisan bias.

Listeners may find the host's commentary refreshing, as it often includes unique analyses from a mix of honored guests, including political ana... more

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1. Eric Trump
2. Thomas L. Friedman
3. Susie Welch
4. Glin Yang
5. Professor Alan Wiseman
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7. Rahm Emanuel
8. Richard Reeves

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