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
- 1554
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Stunning Pew Poll Shows That Democrats Are Right To Panic
On today's TGIF edition, Michael Smerconish dives into the latest Smerconish.com poll: Will voters who shifted away from Democrats in 2024 return to the party anytime soon? With fresh data from Pew R…
00:16:37 |
Fri 27 Jun 2025
Democratic Socialism Takes NYC—Can the Left Really Run the City?
Michael Smerconish sits down with veteran NYC political strategist Jordan Barowitz to unpack one of the most shocking political upsets in recent memory. How did Zohran Mamdani, a little-known democra…
00:31:22 |
Thu 26 Jun 2025
Meet the Man Who Beat Cuomo: Is Mamdani the Dems’ Future...or Fatal Flaw?
Michael dives into today's provocative Smerconish.com poll question: "Is the nomination of Zohran Mamdani for Mayor of NYC a winning model for Democrats nationwide?" In this episode, he dissects the …
00:26:15 |
Thu 26 Jun 2025
NYC Shocker: Mark Halperin on Zohran Mamdani's Wild Win
Michael is joined by political analyst Mark Halperin to unpack the political earthquake in New York City, where Zohran Mamdani— a self-described Democratic socialist — defeated Andrew Cuomo in a stun…
00:30:48 |
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Will We EVER Know the Truth About the Iran Nuclear Strikes?
Michael dives into today’s poll question at Smerconish.com: Will we ever know the true impact of the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites? With conflicting reports from Trump, the Pentagon, Israeli i…
00:13:29 |
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Ceasefire or Circus? Trump Declares Peace, Admiral Stavridis Dissects the Fallout
Michael Smerconish opens with Donald Trump’s surprise claim that Iran and Israel have agreed to a total ceasefire—declaring the war over on Truth Social - Was he right? Add to that and the President'…
00:30:35 |
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Dropping an F-Bomb: Was Trump Right About Iran?
After brokering a fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel, Donald Trump lashed out with a headline-grabbing f-bomb: “Neither side knows what the fuck they’re doing.” In his episode, Michael Smercon…
00:17:20 |
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Lt. Gen. Deptula on the Stealth Bombing Iran Never Saw Coming
Lt. General David Deptula joins Michael to unpack the jaw-dropping U.S. air mission that stunned Iran—and the world. From deception tactics to 37-hour bomber flights, Deptula reveals why this flawles…
00:24:38 |
Mon 23 Jun 2025
Trump, B-2s, and Iran: Mission Accomplished or Mistake?
After a dramatic U.S. airstrike on Iranian nuclear facilities, Michael Smerconish poses a sobering question: Did this move make it more or less likely that Iran will ultimately develop nuclear weapon…
00:15:10 |
Mon 23 Jun 2025
Military Action Against Iran: Who Decides?
Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Michael answers Yes. In this episode Michael shares his perspective on the Israel-Iran conflict and …
00:40:43 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
War with Iran: Will Congress Truly Be Left Out?
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a…
00:16:12 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
Should States Ban Trans Care for Minors? SCOTUS Just Weighed In
On this Juneteenth, Michael Smerconish explores a provocative mix of headlines: the deeper meaning of the holiday, the Supreme Court's major decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming car…
00:19:36 |
Thu 19 Jun 2025
Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising
Michael speaks with retired Secret Service agent and ABC News contributor Don Mihalek about the alarming rise in politically motivated violence following the targeted killings of Minnesota lawmakers.…
00:29:08 |
Thu 19 Jun 2025
Is Trump About to Bomb Iran? Mark Halperin Says 75% Likelihood Yes
Political analyst Mark Halperin joins Michael to break down an explosive New York Times piece on Trump, Netanyahu, and a possible U.S. airstrike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. With Halperin putting th…
00:29:47 |
Wed 18 Jun 2025
Should We Bomb Iran? Smerconish Digs In
Michael Smerconish tackles today's high-stakes poll question at Smerconish.com: Should the U.S. use a B-2 bomber to drop a bunker buster bomb on Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility? With historical context…
00:13:43 |
Wed 18 Jun 2025
The Escalator Ride That Changed America: 10 Years of Trump Dominance
Michael marks 10 years since Donald Trump's infamous Trump Tower escalator ride launched his political career. From media circus to political dominance, how did it happen—and would any of it have hap…
00:31:40 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
The Left’s Missing Leader: Is It Time for Obama to Return?
This week marks the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s infamous escalator ride that began his run for the presidency and command of the headlines over the past ten years. Michael asks you this provoc…
00:15:38 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
The Case for A Pathway To Citizenship
Michael Smerconish tackles the immigration issue head-on in this compelling commentary. From undocumented workers at diners and car washes to shifting Trump-era policies, he makes the case for a path…
00:31:06 |
Mon 16 Jun 2025
Political Rage, or, Easy Access To Data: What’s Fueling Attacks at Leaders' Homes?
Drawing from front-page headlines, federal intelligence memos, and expert insights, this episode explores the deeper roots of political extremism and the implications for American democracy.
Hosted b…
00:16:11 |
Mon 16 Jun 2025
Go Forth and Mingle: Michael Smerconish’s Commencement Legacy
Michael Smerconish closes out the 2024–25 graduation season by looking back on the commencement addresses he’s delivered over the years—and the one that got canceled. From standing in a downpour at W…
00:23:30 |
Sat 14 Jun 2025
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