Smerconish on CNN

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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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Episodes
  • Civil War at the DOJ

    Civil War at the DOJ
    Feb 15 2025
    The Department of Justice is in turmoil over President Trump's desire to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. CNN Michael Smerconish shares his take on the slew of recent DOJ resignations. Elie Honig, CNN Senior Legal Analyst and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, says U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has a management and leadership problem. Ukraine's President Zelensky is vowing that his war-torn nation isn't accepting any deals made between Russia and the U.S. without his involvement. Mixed messaging from Trump, Vance, and Hegseth makes the future of Ukraine's NATO membership uncertain. Finally, leaked audio recordings from JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon spotlights his unfiltered take on remote work policies in the nation's largest bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Cloudy Day for Sesame Street?

    Cloudy Day for Sesame Street?
    Feb 8 2025
    The U.S. Agency for International Development is on the brink of being dismantled by the Trump administration. Should U.S. Taxpayers be funding humanitarian programing for things like Sesame Street in foreign countries? CNN's Michael Smerconish breaks down the different between 'soft power,' and 'hard power,' taking a deeper look into which one historically has been most effective. And later, Hollywood is buzzing with questions circulating around who deserves the 'Best Actress' award after old tweets resurfaced complicating one star's chances. Founder of 'The Wrap,' Sharon Waxman is here to discuss. And finally, the Philadelphia Eagles are set to challenge the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch. ESPN's Sal Paolantonio joins to give his take on the matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Trans Army Pilot: "I Was Not Surprised by the Hate. This is My Reality."

    Trans Army Pilot: "I Was Not Surprised by the Hate. This is My Reality."
    Feb 1 2025
    Jo Ellis, a transgender Black Hawk pilot with 15 years of U.S. military service, addresses the hate and threats she received online after she was wrongfully accused of flying the helicopter in the fatal DC plane crash. This comes after President Trump blamed Democrats and DEI policies for the crash that killed 67 people on board a commercial flight and Black Hawk helicopter. Then, Florida Republican Congressman Byron Donalds joins Smerconish to discuss the latest DOJ firings and trade wars with America's largest trading partners. Finally, Derrick Darby, a Rutgers University professor who studies the intersection of hip-hop and political philosophy, explains how money, power, and influence led to Trump's comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins

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