Is The American Dream Still Alive? Let's Take A Quiz
Michael and audience members take a quiz together on the American Dream, looking to see if it is still possible. The quiz was published in the Washington Post - listen in to find out! Original air date 20 June 2025.
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President Trump's Effective Use Of The F-Bomb
When President Trump dropped the F-Bomb last week while discussing the cease fire between Iran and Israel, Michael noted its effectiveness, and then moved into a conversation on other effective, public uses of the swear word that is the favorite of many. Enjoy the conversation! Original air date 24 June 2025.
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Streaming Sports Is Killing Community
How much does it cost to be a sports fan today? Try $4,785. Michael Smerconish sits down with journalist Joon Lee to unpack how streaming has splintered sports viewing, inflated fan costs, and eroded one of America’s great cultural touchpoints: watching the game together. From sports bars going silent to six streaming subscriptions just to follow your team, this episode explores the steep financial—and social—price we’re now paying for fandom. Original air date 18 June 2025.
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It's HOT: How Extreme Heat Is Reshaping Daily Life
Michael dives into the relentless heat wave scorching millions across the U.S. and how climate change is hitting home—literally. From buying carports and generators to battling insurance claims and sky-high AC bills, Michael and callers share personal stories about how extreme weather is disrupting daily life. Is this the new normal? Tune in and take your temperature. Original air date 24 June 2025.
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President Trump Is On A Roll
Michael notices that President Trump has just had a really great 10 days in his Presidency. Will it last? And does Michael agree with everything that's happened? From Iran to the Supreme Court and everything in between....listen to find out. Original air date 27 June 2025.
Spirited discussions of government, politics, and current events without predictable left/right bias. The Smerconish Podcast is for Independent Minds.
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