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.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 1543
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
America Is Fractured. Here’s What Michael Told Thousands of State Lawmakers About Fixing It
Michael reflects on an extraordinary day in Boston, where he addressed thousands of state lawmakers attending the National Conference of State Legislators annual legislative summit. From powerful spe…
00:34:58 |
Tue 05 Aug 2025
Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells
Fresh off speaking at the largest gathering of state legislators in Boston yesterday, Michael talks about the surprising role of Ring video doorbells and how they are shutting the door on political c…
00:16:34 |
Tue 05 Aug 2025
How a College Student Solved a 57-Year-Old Cold Case Murder
In this gripping episode, Michael dives deep into the decades-old unsolved murder of 9-year-old Marise Chiverella from Hazelton, Pennsylvania. After 57 years, this cold case was cracked thanks to the…
00:41:19 |
Mon 04 Aug 2025
Should Ghislaine Maxwell Get a Deal to Expose More Sex Offenders?
Michael broadcasts from Boston ahead of his speech to the National Conference of State Legislators, reflecting on political violence, viral poll results, and a provocative question at Smerconish.com …
00:13:16 |
Mon 04 Aug 2025
When Violence Meets Virality: The Manhattan Murder That Shocked & Delighted The Internet
A woman is brutally murdered in Midtown Manhattan. The incident is caught on video. What happens next? An outpouring of online celebration, racialized commentary, and digital glee over a real-life tr…
00:41:38 |
Fri 01 Aug 2025
Trump Wants It Back—But Should We? Revisiting the Presidential Fitness Test
Today’s poll question dives into a surprisingly nostalgic and controversial topic: Should we reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test in U.S. schools? Michael takes a trip down memory lane—from pizza …
00:15:09 |
Fri 01 Aug 2025
The Borderline Outrage: Why Canadians Are Feeling Disillusioned With America
For decades, Canadians viewed the United States with a mix of admiration, envy, and affection — but Donald Trump may have shattered that dynamic. In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish speaks with Ne…
00:40:06 |
Thu 31 Jul 2025
She Skipped Governor — Is Kamala Harris Eyeing the White House?
Kamala Harris has bowed out of a California gubernatorial bid; but does that mean she’s all-in for a 2028 presidential run? In today’s episode, Michael Smerconish digs into the strategic moves (and m…
00:16:34 |
Thu 31 Jul 2025
Bipartisanship or Betrayal? When Democrats Agree with Trump
Michael is joined by political analyst Mark Halperin to explore a thought-provoking question: "Is it in the political interest of the Democratic Party to publicly give Donald Trump credit when he acc…
00:32:56 |
Wed 30 Jul 2025
Trump, Epstein, and Ghislaine Maxwell: Clemency or Cover-Up?
Michael Smerconish dives into the controversial question dominating today's poll: Will President Trump offer clemency to Ghislaine Maxwell? Drawing from recent headlines, listener feedback, and a com…
00:15:38 |
Wed 30 Jul 2025
The €1 House Craze: Dream Escape or Tourist Trap?
Michael Smerconish sits down with journalist Lauren Markham to unpack her fascinating piece on Italian towns offering homes for €1. Are Americans falling for a fantasy—or is the life swap dream real?…
00:41:46 |
Tue 29 Jul 2025
Trump’s Tariff Gamble: Boom or Bust for America?
President Trump's tariffs were marketed as a bold move to protect American jobs and level the global playing field. The big question remains: On balance, are President Trump's tariffs helping or hurt…
00:17:03 |
Tue 29 Jul 2025
The High-Stakes Game Behind Your District Lines
Michael is joined by David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst at The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, for a deep dive into one of the most controversial political tactics of our tim…
00:39:34 |
Mon 28 Jul 2025
Power Grab or Fair Game? The Truth About Mid-Decade Redistricting
For today's daily poll question, Michael Smerconish asks: Should states ever engage in mid-decade redistricting? With political power, representation, and control hanging in the balance, this episode…
00:18:16 |
Mon 28 Jul 2025
The Case for a Palestinian State — and Why Israel Needs It
Michael reacts to France's decision to recognize Palestine as a state — and asks whether the U.S. should follow suit. Against the backdrop of Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, Netanyahu’s policies, and shi…
00:29:42 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
Should America Follow France and Recognize Palestine As A State?
France just became the first G7 nation to recognize Palestine as a state. Should the U.S. follow suit? Michael Smerconish breaks down today's Smerconish.com poll question, discusses the humanitarian …
00:16:03 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
What Trump Should Have Said: Lanny Davis on The Art Of Damage Control
Michael is joined by attorney and crisis manager Lanny Davis to discuss how President Trump should have addressed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Davis shares his timeless communication strategy—“Tell i…
00:26:19 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Trump, Epstein, and the Denials: Is the Cover-Up Worse Than the File?
Michael Smerconish breaks down the latest reporting on the Epstein Files, including denials from Trump, pressure on Pam Bondi, and why this story won’t go away. Is this a classic case of “the cover-u…
00:16:15 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Trump, Epstein & the Birthday Book Bombshell: Mark Halperin Breaks It Down
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00:28:43 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
What Hunter Biden Really Said — And Why Smerconish Says 'I Mostly Agree'
Michael shares his candid reaction to Hunter Biden’s explosive 3-hour sit-down with Andrew Callahan. Was it a revealing moment of raw honesty or a carefully crafted PR move? Michael dives deep into H…
00:17:56 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
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