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  • Smerconish: I've Got a Prescription for Progressives

    Smerconish: I've Got a Prescription for Progressives
    Mar 8 2025
    CNN Michael Smerconish gives his take on the signs and attention-grabbing stunts pulled by Democratic members of Congress during Trump's speech. Then, New York Democratic Congresswoman Laura Gillen joins Michael Smerconish to explain why she chose to censure her Democratic colleague and why she stood up for a 13-year-old brain cancer survivor. After that, Admiral James Stavridis details the fallout from Trump and Zelensky's meeting and the future of NATO if the United States pulls out. Finally, South Carolina State Representative Brandon Guffey warns about the alarming trend of "sextortion" cases targeting young boys and how it led his 17-year-old son Gavin to take his own life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Smerconish: Zelensky Didn't Start This Fight Either

    Smerconish: Zelensky Didn't Start This Fight Either
    Mar 2 2025
    CNN Michael Smerconish shares his take on the contentions Oval Office showdown between President Trump, Vice-President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Then, Admiral James Stavridis joins Smerconish to explain how Ukraine can move forward without U.S. support. Later, a former Zelensky Cabinet Member says he believes the shouting match inside the Oval Office was triggered by a moment lost in translation that could have been avoided. After that, Michael Peterson, the chairman and CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, explains the main drivers that will help tackle the national debt. Finally, Erin Murphy, an NYU Law Professor and forensic DNA expert, explains the legal and ethical challenges behind law enforcement using genealogy databases for forensic investigations like the Idaho murder trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Smerconish: Don't Spend That Doge Dividend Just Yet

    Smerconish: Don't Spend That Doge Dividend Just Yet
    Feb 22 2025
    The Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk claims it saved American taxpayers about $55 billion through cost-cutting measures. But where will those extra savings go to? James Fishbank, a CEO, investor, and creator of the DOGE dividend joins CNN Michael Smerconish to explain how Americans could get a $5,000 tax refund check based off the money Elon Musk claims he saved. Then, Tymofiy Mylovanov, a former Member of President Zelensky's administration, joins CNN Michael Smerconish to discuss the latest developments in efforts by the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia to end the war in Ukraine. After, CNN Senior Data Reporter Harry Enten joins Michael Smerconish to debunk several mistruths about air travel and explain how the current news cycle can unintentionally raise the fear of flying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    44 min
  • Civil War at the DOJ

    Civil War at the DOJ
    Feb 15 2025
    The Department of Justice is in turmoil over President Trump's desire to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. CNN Michael Smerconish shares his take on the slew of recent DOJ resignations. Elie Honig, CNN Senior Legal Analyst and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, says U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has a management and leadership problem. Ukraine's President Zelensky is vowing that his war-torn nation isn't accepting any deals made between Russia and the U.S. without his involvement. Mixed messaging from Trump, Vance, and Hegseth makes the future of Ukraine's NATO membership uncertain. Finally, leaked audio recordings from JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon spotlights his unfiltered take on remote work policies in the nation's largest bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Cloudy Day for Sesame Street?

    Cloudy Day for Sesame Street?
    Feb 8 2025
    The U.S. Agency for International Development is on the brink of being dismantled by the Trump administration. Should U.S. Taxpayers be funding humanitarian programing for things like Sesame Street in foreign countries? CNN's Michael Smerconish breaks down the different between 'soft power,' and 'hard power,' taking a deeper look into which one historically has been most effective. And later, Hollywood is buzzing with questions circulating around who deserves the 'Best Actress' award after old tweets resurfaced complicating one star's chances. Founder of 'The Wrap,' Sharon Waxman is here to discuss. And finally, the Philadelphia Eagles are set to challenge the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch. ESPN's Sal Paolantonio joins to give his take on the matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Trans Army Pilot: "I Was Not Surprised by the Hate. This is My Reality."

    Trans Army Pilot: "I Was Not Surprised by the Hate. This is My Reality."
    Feb 1 2025
    Jo Ellis, a transgender Black Hawk pilot with 15 years of U.S. military service, addresses the hate and threats she received online after she was wrongfully accused of flying the helicopter in the fatal DC plane crash. This comes after President Trump blamed Democrats and DEI policies for the crash that killed 67 people on board a commercial flight and Black Hawk helicopter. Then, Florida Republican Congressman Byron Donalds joins Smerconish to discuss the latest DOJ firings and trade wars with America's largest trading partners. Finally, Derrick Darby, a Rutgers University professor who studies the intersection of hip-hop and political philosophy, explains how money, power, and influence led to Trump's comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Will Trump's January 6th Pardons Backfire?

    Will Trump's January 6th Pardons Backfire?
    Jan 25 2025
    CNN's Michael Smerconish examines the potential political risk behind President Trump's pardon for all defendants in the January 6th insurrection. Then, David Urban and Paul Begala join Smerconish to breakdown President Trump's first week back in office and his response to the nation's recent natural disasters. After that, Brad Meltzer, co-author of the New York Times Best Seller "The JFK Conspiracy," details in his new book a lesser-known 1960 assassination plot against John F. Kennedy before he started his presidential term. Lastly, Michael Oren, a former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., applauds the release of additional Israeli hostages but warns that freeing convicted terrorists through negotiations with Hamas will only incentivize kidnapping more hostages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Smerconish: Biden's Low Approval Rating May Bounce Back

    Smerconish: Biden's Low Approval Rating May Bounce Back
    Jan 18 2025
    CNN's Michael Smerconish makes the case on why President Joe Biden's approval ratings may rise after he leaves office. Then, New York Times Congressional Correspondent Annie Karni reports on how Obama, Schumer, and Jeffries worked behind closed doors to urge President Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. After that, Richard Clarke, a former White House Counterterrorism Coordinator, explains the hypocrisy behind the Tik Tok ban. Finally, New York Times Foreign Affairs Columnist and 3-time Pulitzer Prize winner Thomas L. Friedman explains the roadblocks President-elect Trump will face in order to resolve conflict in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min