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What's it like to debate Tim Walz? Scott Jensen did it three times, and has advice for J.D. Vance Sep 30, 2024

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Former Minnesota Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Scott Jensen shares his insights into what it is like to debate Governor Tim Walz. They shared the debate stage three times when running against each other for governor, a race that Walz ultimately one. Ahead of tomorrow night's Vice Presidential Debate on CBS between Walz and J.D. Vance, Michael gets Jensen's take. Original air date 30 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.

Daily Poll: Should the moderators of the Vice Presidential debate engage in real-time fact checking? Sep 30, 2024

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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. Based on CBS News announcing ahead of tomorrow night's debate that moderators Norah O’Donnell and Margaret Brennan will not fact-check either candidate — Walz and Vance will be responsible for fact-checking one another, Michael asks you: Should the moderators of the Vice Presidential debate engage in real-time fact checking? Listen here, then vote at Smerconish.com, and please leave a rating and review of this podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Editorial Cartoonist Rob Rogers on How He Decides To Depict Kamala Harris In His Drawings Sep 27, 2024

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Caricatures of politicians have long been a part of the world's editorial pages - and every time a new person comes into the spotlight, a debate happens on how to appropriately depict them. How far is too far? What's funny, what sends a message? Michael welcomes award winning editorial cartoonist Rob Rogers, who draws for Smerconish.com to discuss how he draws Vice President Kamala Harris. Then, the audience weights in on how they would draw her. Original air date 27 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.

Daily Poll: Which biometrics will you surrender for the sake of convenience? Sep 27, 2024

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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 of the followiing biometrics will you surrender for the sake of convenience: Palm Scan, Facial Recognition, Both, or Neither? 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.

The Government Pays for Heating But Not Cooling: Can you imagine living without A/C? Sep 26, 2024

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Michael talks to Politico's Thomas Frank, who reports that federal agencies are racing to address climate change, but the government does almost nothing to prevent thousands of people from dying of extreme heat. Mr. Frank heads E&E News' climate finance team - listen to him discuss his piece "They died with the AC off: Why the government pays for heating but not cooling." Original air date 17 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.

Daily Poll: Will the election be as close as the current polls suggest? Sep 26, 2024

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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: Will the election be as close as the current polls suggest? Listen, then cast your vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Kamala Harris' Call for an 'Opportunity Economy’ Could Involve Mingling Sep 25, 2024

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Michael talks about Harvard Economist Raj Chetty's guest essay in The New York Times, "I Have Studied Social Mobility for Years. Here’s How Kamala Harris Can Build an ‘Opportunity Economy'." Chett's thesis directly relates to Michael's signature mission to restore civility and compromise to our public discourse, known as "The Mingle Project." Key point: Cross-class relationships are incredibly important. Original air date 25 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.

Mark Halperin on Kamala Harris' Economic Plan Rollout and the Choice to Interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle Sep 25, 2024

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Michael talks to political analyst Mark Halperin at The Wide World of News, now inside of 6 weeks until election day. What's with the Harris campaign's choice of an interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle on the economy, after what the anchor said as a guest on Bill Maher's program last week? Listen in for Mark and Michael's thoughts, on how we need to hear more from Kamala Harris on specifics of her plans. Original air date 25 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.

Daily Poll: Who needs a second debate more, Harris or Trump? Sep 25, 2024

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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 needs a second debate more: Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? 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.

What is going on with NYC Major Eric Adams? Errol Louis explains all Sep 24, 2024

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There are currently several federal inquiries into wrongdoing within New York City Mayor Eric Adams' administration. Spectrum News Anchor, Podcast Host, and New York Magazine contributor Errol Louis explains it all. He is a Manhattan based journalist and political analyst and has the scoop from the Big Apple. Original air date 24 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.

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