The Smerconish Podcast

Michael is joined by Matthew Seligman, a Fellow at Stanford Law School's Constitutional Law Center, as the two discuss the newly introduced Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 and its implications on America moving forward. Later, Michael answers questions and receives comments from callers on the matter. Original air date 22 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael invites Dr. Erica Anderson to the show to discuss the rise of trans students in American classrooms and how to go about sharing the gender identities of students to their parents. Michael also gives callers the chance to provide their own experiences as both teachers and parents. Original air date 21 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael comments on news of the day pertaining to the Uvalde school shooting, Wes Moore's run for Maryland Governor, the January 6th hearings, and more. Original air date 20 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They're calling it "The Great Realignment." A big change is happening to the demographic makeup of both the democratic and republican parties in America. Michael talks with author and historian Thomas Frank, author of "What's The Matter With Kansas." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael talks with Graeme Wood, on his piece "Absolute Power" in The Atlantic. This conversation happened just days after President Biden met with Mohammed Bin Salman (MBC), though the piece was written in April. Original air date 18 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael has a conversation with Valerie Bauerlein, a national reporter for the Wall Street Journal, on Alex Murdaugh, the murder of his wife and son, and the details surrounding his indictment. Original air date 15 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael has a conversation with New York Times International Reporter and Columnist Max Fisher on the current state of the world and quality of life. Callers also share their own thoughts on whether the world is heading in a positive or negative direction. Original air date 14 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael provides a commentary on the Uvalde Texas school shooting footage and attempts to decipher what prevented police officers from taking action. Michael then opens the floor for callers to share their own theories. Original air date 13 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael discusses what factors could lead to a potential 2024 presidential ballot featuring Joe Biden and Donald Trump. He then opens the floor for callers to weigh in on the conversation and pitch their election predictions. Original air date 12 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael invites Michael Mazarr, a Senior Political Scientist at the RAND Corporation, to the program to discuss American citizens' general perceptions of the nation's future. Original air date 11 July 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.