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Spirited discussions of government, politics, and current events without predictable left/right bias. The Smerconish Podcast is for Independent Minds.
The Michael Smerconish Program airs live on SiriusXM's POTUS Channel 9AM-12PM ET and replays 9PM-12AM East, Monday-Friday.

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Spirited discussions of government, politics, and current events without predictable left/right bias. The Smerconish Podcast is for Independent Minds.
The Michael Smerconish Program airs live on SiriusXM's POTUS Channel 9AM-12PM ET and replays 9PM-12AM East, Monday-Friday.

    Geeking Out Over The Trump Verdict Slip: A Deep Dive

    Geeking Out Over The Trump Verdict Slip: A Deep Dive

    How did the jurors come to find Former President Trump guilty on all 34 counts? Michael and CNN Senior Legal Analyst Elie Honig parse the verdict slip here. Original air date 31 May 2024.

    • 19 min
    Daily Poll: Will Donald Trump spend any time in jail?

    Daily Poll: Will Donald Trump spend any time in jail?

    Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts in his hush money case. Michael asks you this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com today: Will Donald Trump spend any time in jail? Listen here, then vote!

    • 4 min
    The Alito Family Flag Flap: There's More To The Story

    The Alito Family Flag Flap: There's More To The Story

    As Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito says he will not recuse himself from any January 6th cases after an upside-down American Flag was seen flying at his house, we are finding out there is MUCH more to this story, and it starts in the Alito's neighborhood. Digesting new reporting from The New York Times and a just-released story that had been held back by The Washington Post, Michael lays it all out here. Original air date 30 May 2024.

    • 26 min
    Daily Poll: Should universities refrain from taking official positions on controversial public policy issues?

    Daily Poll: Should universities refrain from taking official positions on controversial public policy issues?

    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, Should universities refrain from taking official positions on controversial public policy issues? Listen here, then vote.

    • 7 min
    Trump Trial Jury Deliberation Preview: Elie Honig & Danny Cevallos Give You Expert Analysis

    Trump Trial Jury Deliberation Preview: Elie Honig & Danny Cevallos Give You Expert Analysis

    Former President Trump's criminal trial is now in the hands of the jury in New York City. When will the trial end? How will it end, with what convictions on what charges? All good questions - Michael previews the jury deliberation with CNN Senior Legal Analyst Elie Honig, and then checks in with NBC News/MSNBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos as well. Expert legal analysis for you, all in one place! Original air date 29 May 2024.

    • 29 min
    Daily Poll: When will the Trump trial be over?

    Daily Poll: When will the Trump trial be over?

    Closing arguments in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York City have concluded. So, Michael asks you this Daily Poll Question at Smerconish.com today: When will the Trump trial be over? Either...Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or Later? Listen to his thoughts here, and please leave a rating and a review on your favorite podcast player. Then, go cast your vote!

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
257 Ratings

257 Ratings

Whitefish traveler ,

Thank you for your efforts

I began listening about a year ago because I was eager to hear a variety of opinions. I’ve always been “in the middle” leaning liberal. I especially appreciate that Michael is not afraid of tough subjects or controversial figures. Also Michael is respectful of every caller regardless of their views.

Dogkrazy ,

A 7 minute podcast?

Its a rare occasion when the podcast is more than 6 or 7 minutes. Maybe once a week its 25 minutes. Love Michael. Wish there was more to listen to.

HelenaMT1 ,

😁

I will not agree with you all the time. Thank you to TC and your entire team.

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