The Smerconish Podcast

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She Is The Most Intriguing Person in Washington: Senator Kyrsten Sinema Is A Maverick Dec 16, 2022

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Michael is fascinated by the story of the newly-changed-to-Independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona apparently selling items on Facebook Marketplace. This is a fun conversation! Original air date 16 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.

Not Red or Blue (or Purple), but Green: A Story of Lawn Politics Dec 15, 2022

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Homeowners Associations. Everyone's got a story - this one out of Maryland caught Michael's eye. Let's talk about the politics of lawns. Original air date 15 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.

Mark Halperin's Wide World of News 2023 Prediction Pool Dec 14, 2022

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Michael speaks with Wide World of News founder and political analyst Mark Halperin every Wednesday. In his final 2022 appearance, he runs through his 2023 Prediction Pool. Congress, White House, and More...what will happen next hear? Original air date 14 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.

Will You Attend A Religious Service During The Holidays? Dec 13, 2022

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Michael breaks down the cultural shift in faith and religion as religious organizations adapt to the requests and desires of younger generations. Callers also share their intentions to attend or skip religious services this holiday season. Original air date 13 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.

The Intriguing Story Of Whitey Bulger's Final Hours Dec 12, 2022

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Michael talks with NBC News Investigative Unit Reporter Rich Schapiro on his report "‘Don’t believe everything you see’: Inside Whitey Bulger’s bloody final hours." Original air date 12 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.

The Brittney Griner-Viktor Bout Prisoner Swap Is A Lopsided Deal Dec 09, 2022

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Michael offers his take on the United States securing WNBA star Brittney Griner's freedom from Russia in exchange for convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, known as the "Merchant of Death." Original air date 9 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.

Meet Victoria Cobb: The Woman Whose Organization Was Denied Service At A Restaurant Over Opposing Views Dec 08, 2022

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Michael chats with Victoria Cobb, President of The Family Foundation, on her experience being refused service by the Richmond restaurant that disagreed with her organization's mission statement. Callers also weigh in on the morality of businesses rejecting patrons. Original air date 08 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.

Explaining Moore v. Harper, The Esoteric But High-Stakes Elections SCOTUS Case Dec 07, 2022

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Michael opens with more follow-up on the 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis case, involving the Colorado-based graphic designer who refused to make a website for a same-sex couple. Then he offers an explanation on a major case before the Supreme Court today, Moore v. Harper, on the "independent state legislature theory" and how election administration could be upended nationwide. Original air date 7 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.

Should The Website Designer Be Able To Refuse Service To A Gay Couple? Dec 06, 2022

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Michael discusses the case of Lorie Smith, a website designer who is challenging a Colorado law that prohibits most businesses from discriminating against LGBTQ customers. The morning after it was heard in the Supreme Court of the United States, he asks whether a business which renders artistic services be permitted to refuse service to a gay couple. But, what is the right question that should be asked in this case? ACLU National Legal Director David Cole joins Michael in the conversation. Original Air Date 6 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.

Elon Musk, Twitter, Hunter Biden's Laptop, Trump, The Constitution: We Need To Cover It All. So Let's Do That. Dec 05, 2022

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Michael offers a commentary on several interconnected news stories coming out of the weekend, some of which are not all being covered by different news networks and sites. Original air date 5 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.

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