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

  1. 1D AGO

    Unraveling the Abduction: The Search for Nancy Guthrie

    The search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of Savannah Guthrie, intensifies with mysterious notes, expert insights, and new leads. Dive into the latest developments and join the discussion on this gripping investigation. The Super Bowl isn't just about touchdowns this year. Will Bad Bunny make a political statement during the halftime show? Vote on my poll and share your thoughts on this hot debate. Let's keep the game day spirit alive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  2. JAN 31

    Legal Standards and Public Perception: A Double-Edged Sword

    How do we determine what's 'reasonable' in deadly force cases involving law enforcement? Dive into Michael Smerconish's in-depth discussion on current events and legal standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  3. JAN 17

    Predictive Markets and Political Shifts: The Rise of Independents

    Michael discusses the potential future of predictive markets in political forecasting and their comparison to traditional polling.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  4. JAN 10

    Reasonable Force or Reckless Action? The Debate on Police Standards

    Michael discusses the recent viral video concerning a Minnesota ICE agent's use of lethal force against a fleeing vehicle, questioning the lack of critical thinking and bipartisan analysis. He emphasizes the need for a transparent, independent investigation and details relevant guidelines and policies from various government publications on the use of deadly force. Additionally, the episode examines widespread fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the massive scale of government assistance fraud across all states, not just Minnesota. Expert insights from Kevin Davis, a former police officer, and Haywood Tal Cove from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, enrich the discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  5. JAN 3

    Operation Venezuela: A Day with Global Ramifications

    CNN Breaking News: US Captures Venezuelan President Nicolas MaduroIn this CNN breaking news segment, it is reported that the United States, under President Trump's orders, conducted a large-scale strike against Venezuela that led to the capture and removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. The Venezuelan government condemned the strikes as grave military aggression, and explosions were reported in multiple regions. Expert commentary includes a military analysis by Admiral James Stavridis, discussions on the potential legal outcomes for Maduro in US courts, and insights into the geopolitical and regional reactions. The segment also explores the potential aftermath for Venezuela and the broader implications of the operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min

  6. 12/20/2025

    The Unraveling of the Epstein Files

    Former federal prosecutor Anush Kori joins to discuss five rules for reading the Epstein files and the challenges faced in the redaction process. The episode further explores the divisive nature of the topic, the social media reactions, and the broader implications on public trust and accountability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  7. 12/13/2025

    The Great Wealth Transfer: A Tide of Change

    This episode delves into the socio-economic and political implications of the upcoming Great Wealth Transfer, which predicts that up to $124 trillion will be handed down from Baby Boomers and older generations to Gen X and Millennials. Additionally, the episode discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on job markets and the importance of federal regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min

  8. 12/06/2025

    Justice and Inequality: The Impact of Fame on Drug Prosecution

    Michael Smerconish discusses the disparity in how drug-related deaths are treated depending on the fame of the victim, highlighting cases like Matthew Perry and Michael K. Williams, where the suppliers were severely punished. He contrasts this with the relative lack of action for the vast majority of Americans who die from drug overdoses each year. The segment also covers the legal and moral implications of using military force against drug traffickers, referencing a controversial September 2nd attack on a drug trafficking vessel. Smerconish advocates for transparency and full investigation of the incident. Admiral James Stavridis joins to discuss the potential misuse of lethal force and the importance of adhering to legal and moral standards. The latter part of the show shifts to the concept of wealth and poverty in America, questioning what constitutes wealth in today's economy, especially as inflation and living costs rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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