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Michael Smerconish tackles the American political and news stories of the week, offering a unique non-ideological take: his own.

Episodes · 25

Navigating Political Divides and War Power Resolutions

Jun 6, 2026 · 44m

Democratic Dilemmas: Blind Spots and Controversies

May 30, 2026 · 43m

Reimagining American Primaries: A Call for Inclusivity

May 23, 2026 · 43m

The Power of Perception: Presidents and Public Opinion

May 16, 2026 · 45m

Taxing the Rich: Asset or Liability?

May 9, 2026 · 43m

Artificial Intelligence on Trial: Musk vs. Altman"

May 3, 2026 · 43m

Iran's Nuclear Debate: Risks, Polls, and Political Divides

Apr 25, 2026 · 44m

Trump's Executive Order and the Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Apr 18, 2026 · 43m

The Madman Method: Understanding Trump's Decision-Making

Apr 11, 2026 · 43m

Conflicted Paths: Navigating Global Politics and Local Faith

Apr 4, 2026 · 44m

Strategic Ambiguity or Bluff: The Geopolitical Chess Game

Mar 28, 2026 · 44m

Balancing Global Power: Military Moves and Political Fallout

Mar 21, 2026 · 44m

The Iran Conflict: Partisanship vs. National Interest

Mar 14, 2026 · 43m

Operation Epic Fury: The US-Iran Conflict Unfolds

Mar 7, 2026 · 48m

At the Crossroads: Trump's Strategic Decisions on Iran

Feb 21, 2026 · 43m

The Guthrie Kidnapping: Breaking News and Privacy Concerns

Feb 14, 2026 · 47m

Unraveling the Abduction: The Search for Nancy Guthrie

Feb 7, 2026 · 43m

Legal Standards and Public Perception: A Double-Edged Sword

Jan 31, 2026 · 43m

Predictive Markets and Political Shifts: The Rise of Independents

Jan 17, 2026 · 43m

Reasonable Force or Reckless Action? The Debate on Police Standards

Jan 10, 2026 · 43m

Operation Venezuela: A Day with Global Ramifications

Jan 3, 2026 · 44m

The Unraveling of the Epstein Files

Dec 20, 2025 · 43m

The Great Wealth Transfer: A Tide of Change

Dec 13, 2025 · 44m

Justice and Inequality: The Impact of Fame on Drug Prosecution

Dec 6, 2025 · 44m

There’s Nothing Artificial About Job Loss

Nov 29, 2025 · 43m