The Smerconish Podcast

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Has Harris' momentum stalled? Listen here, then rate/review this podcast on your favorite podcast player, and then vote at Smerconish.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new survey exposes a stark social divide: People with high school diplomas or less are spending less time mingling with others, versus those with college degrees or higher, who are spending more time in community groups, inviting others to their homes, and other ways of getting together. Michael welcomes Daniel A. Cox, director of the Survey Center on American Life at the American Enterprise Institute to talk about it. Original air date 6 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Would you return to a restaurant you enjoy if the establishment formally endorsed a political candidate you dislike? Listen here, rate and review this podcast on your favorite podcast app, and then vote at Smerconish.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MIT Professor Nathaniel Hendren joins Michael to talk about his research on how children are better off, or not, than their parents. The numbers change as the years go on during the 20th century, and it all focuses on the ability to achieve "The American Dream." Original air date 5 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Who do you believe will ultimately have a better standard of living: you or your children? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mark Halperin, political analyst, publisher of The Wide World of News, and 2Way host, runs through a host of new battleground polling data with Michael, just a week before a major debate between Harris and Trump that could change some numbers. But for now, the 2024 presidential race is still very, very close. Original air date 4 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Nine weeks from today – November 6, the date after final voting – will we know the election winner? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael recaps and expands on a conversation he recently had on CNN with NYU Professor Scott Galloway about the demographic and gender divide showing up in 2024 election polling, especially data showing that young men are struggling and feeling left behind. Original air date 3 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every day, we post a thought-provoking poll question for you to vote on at Smerconish.com. Michael explains it here to give you some insight behind the question, and then asks you to cast your ballot. Today Michael asks you: Which is a better response by Israel after Hamas’ execution of 6 hostages: engage in cease-fire, or end negotiations and use more military force? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New kickoff rules and more as the new NFL season starts this week - Michael gets a preview with ESPN's Sal Paolantonio. Original air date 2 September 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.