The Smerconish Podcast

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Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) on Classified Documents, President Biden, Religion in Congress, and Tyre Nichols Jan 27, 2023

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Senator Chris Coons joins Michael in studio for a wide-ranging conversation on the news of the day. Original air date 27 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who Was Jamal Khashoggi? Washington Post Columnist Jason Rezaian Responds to Pompeo Characterizations Jan 26, 2023

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Michael talks to Washington Post Global Opinions Columnist Jason Rezaian, following comments from former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about Rezaian's former colleague, murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Original air date 26 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Swing Voters Are Divided Over A Proposed Non-Compete Ban Jan 25, 2023

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Rich Thau, President of the research firm Engagious, talks with Michael about a controversial proposal from the Federal Trade Commission that could affect millions of American workers, regarding the use of non-complete clauses and contracts. Original air date 25 January 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The LAPD Bans "Thin Blue Line" Flags Jan 24, 2023

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In the wake of yet another mass shooting in California, Michael offers a commentary on how people support - or don't support - law enforcement, looking at a piece in the LA Times, "LAPD ban of 'thin blue line' flags is latest salvo in culture war." Original air date 24 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Murdaugh Slayings Explained: WSJ's Valerie Bauerline on Day 1 of Trial Jan 23, 2023

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Valerie Bauerline has owned the story of South Carolina ex-attorney Alex Murdaugh's murder case for The Wall Street Journal. She speaks with Michael on the opening day of the trial, which begins today with jury selection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Politics of Rock: Remembering a 2004 conversation with David Crosby Jan 20, 2023

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Rock musician David Crosby has passed away at 81 years old. Michael and TC reminisce over his 2004 interview with the Hall of Fame member, during the height of the Iraq war. Original air date 20 January 2023 - the interview was recorded 7 March 2004. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Admiral James Stavridis on US Goals in Ukraine Jan 19, 2023

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Michael welcomes back Retired Admiral James Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, with his latest thoughts on the US involvement in Ukraine, plus, ocean pirates are back, and more conversation on world affairs. Original air date 19 January 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For Major Sports Mementos, Trust But Verify Jan 18, 2023

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During New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge's historic home run stretch this past MLB season, Michael spoke with David Waldstein at The New York Times on his piece "For Major Milestones, MLB Trusts but Verifies." Original air date 28 September 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Skipping the Tolls with Defective License Plates and What One Man Does To Stop It Jan 17, 2023

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Ever wanted to avoid the toll fees of turnpikes and tollways? Many do by defacing their license plates with tape, paint, or other common items, but this man, Streetsblog NYC Editor Gersh Kuntzman, stands in the way of vandalism by upkeeping license plates in his community. He joins Michael Smerconish in a riveting talk on tolls, plates, and police. Callers also contribute to the conversation with their own thoughts and experiences. Original air date 21 December 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are You Less Ambitious? Jan 16, 2023

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How ambitious are you? Original air date 3 January 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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