The Smerconish Podcast

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Meet The FBI Profiler Who Nailed The Accused Gilgo Beach Serial Killer's Description in 2011 Jul 17, 2023

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Michael welcomes retired FBI profiler Jim Clemente, who in 2011 described what the profile of the "Gilgo Beach Serial Killer" on New York's Long Island likely was. The description was featured in The New York Times that year - and now, in July 2023, the accused killer was caught - and the description fits the bill that Clemente nailed 12 years ago. Original air date 17 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To Lose Weight, Is Ozempic The Easy Way Out? Jul 14, 2023

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Elizabeth Bernstein writes the “Bonds: On Relationships” column for The Wall Street Journal. Michael talks to her about her latest piece "On Ozempic, and Feeling Judged for Taking the ‘Easy Way Out’." Original air date 14 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How NFL Coach Jon Gruden's email led to Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder's demise Jul 13, 2023

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Michael talks with ESPN Senior Writer Don Van Natta, Jr., about his latest piece "'He was free and clear': How the leak of Jon Gruden's email led to the fall of Commanders owner Dan Snyder." Original air date 13 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DeSantis Fading, and will Trump debate? Talking 2024 with Mark Halperin Jul 12, 2023

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Michael runs through the current headlines in the 2024 presidential race with Wide World of News political analyst Mark Halperin, including a focus on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' failure to gain traction, and with six weeks out before the first primary debate, will we see former President Trump on stage? Original air date 12 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Men are lost; here’s a map out of the wilderness Jul 11, 2023

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Michael Smerconish chat with Christine Emba, a Washington Post Columnist, on the growing popularity of misogynistic views found within online male communities. Callers also weigh in on the reasoning for this uprise, and share their own personal experiences. Original air date 11 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What a time to be talking about the climate crisis Jul 10, 2023

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It's hot everywhere, it is raining in many parts of the country, and much of the US is under the threat of severe weather. Time to check in with University of Pennsylvania's Director of the Center for Science, Sustainability & the Media, Dr. Michael Mann, about what's going on. Original air date 10 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A community wants to criminalize homelessness. Is this cruel and unusual? Jul 07, 2023

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A recent appellate court decision could put people experiencing homelessness on the west coast at risk of criminal fines for sleeping outside. This case was provoked by a community in Oregon looking for a last resort solution to squash their own homeless encampments. Join Michael and Michael Shellenberger, author of "San Fransicko" as they break down the ruling and lay out how this could become a high profile case to watch. Original air date 7 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will the draft make a comeback? Jul 06, 2023

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Would a mandatory draft save our dwindling military? Michael and his guest, Admiral James Stavridis, explain why recruiting efforts are failing and what kind of hoops most of the population would have to jump through to enlist. Original air date 6 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Making the case for legacy admissions Jul 05, 2023

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Michael takes the recent SCOTUS decision on affirmative action up a notch, throwing in the question of legacy admissions. When a student applies to a prestigious school their parent attended, how far should their application go? Original air date 5 July 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Psychedelics: Is President Biden open to them for mental health treatment? His brother speaks out Jul 03, 2023

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Michael welcomes Wall Street Journal enterprise reporter Kirsten Grind to talk about her piece "Magic Mushrooms. LSD. Ketamine. The Drugs That Power Silicon Valley." Then, he receives a surprise phone call from Frank Biden, brother to the President of the United States. Original air date 28 June 2023. 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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