The Smerconish Podcast

Michael speaks with Dr. Devika Bhushan, a pediatrician who served as California's acting Surgeon General, about her journey with Bipolar Disorder, and her work to help end the stigma surrounding it. Original air date 6 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Although UFO sightings have been prominent in American culture for decades, we could be in the midst of an Unidentified Flying Object-resurgence as the USA has recently had multiple back-to-back sightings and neutralizations of UFO's. Are aliens visiting our nation, or are there other factors at play? To answer this question, Michael is joined by Richard Clarke, a national security expert and former government official, in a conversation about flying objects and the unknown. Original air date 13 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ahead of this weekend's football game, listen to a great storyteller in this episode. From February 2010, just ahead of Superbowl 44, Michael spoke with the late Steve Sabol (1942-2012), then-President and one of the founders of NFL Films. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Smerconish chats with Michael Cohen, a lawyer who formally worked under Donald Trump, as the two discuss Trump's controversies and legal issues. Callers also weigh in with their own opinions. Original air date 09 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael offers his thoughts on President Biden's State of the Union address, focusing on four particular numbers you need to know. Plus, the awkward presence of Congressman George Santos (R-NY). Original air date 8 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retired Admiral James Stavridis, in his weekly conversation with Michael, weighs in on the Chinese Balloon and the latest in Ukraine, including whether the US should be helping in the conflict more. Original air date 7 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pervez Musharraf, who served as President of Pakistan from 2001-2008, passed away on 5 February 2023. He once came to Michael's house for dinner. It's a must-listen that you do not want to miss. Original air date 6 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Erik X, the (unofficial) CEO and Intern at Smerconish.com, calls Michael out on how he interacts with Peleton after catching a glimpse on Instagram, of Michael riding with instructor Leanne Hainsby. Original air date 3 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

White House Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, former Mayor of New Orleans, joins Michael to talk about investing in roads, bridges, water systems, mine lands, high speed internet, clean energy and more. Original air date 2 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wide World of News Political Analyst Mark Halperin offers insight on the latest on the Republican 2024 presidential race. Original air date 1 February 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.