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Smerconish on CNN — 113 episodes

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Data Center Dilemma: Politics, Public Opinion, and the AI Race

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Debt Nation: From $10 Trillion to $40 Trillion - How Did We Get Here?

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Special Bonus - Introducing: Civilian or Spy

4

The Dilemma of Justice: Luigi Mangione's Trial and American Healthcare

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Democratic Socialism's Rise: Parallels with the Tea Party

6

Silent No More: The Dr. Fauci Saga

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Redefining the Political Map: South Carolina Takes the Lead

8

Democratic Electability: Study History

9

The Dividing Line: Democratic Socialists vs. Establishment Democrats

10

America at 250: Reflections and Realities

11

The Democratic Divide: Future of the Party

12

Navigating Uncertainty: The Iran Deal Debate

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The Mingle Project: Restoring America's Common Experience

14

Navigating Political Divides and War Power Resolutions

15

Democratic Dilemmas: Blind Spots and Controversies

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Reimagining American Primaries: A Call for Inclusivity

17

The Power of Perception: Presidents and Public Opinion

18

Taxing the Rich: Asset or Liability?

19

Artificial Intelligence on Trial: Musk vs. Altman"

20

Iran's Nuclear Debate: Risks, Polls, and Political Divides

21

Trump's Executive Order and the Strait of Hormuz Tensions

22

The Madman Method: Understanding Trump's Decision-Making

23

Conflicted Paths: Navigating Global Politics and Local Faith

24

Strategic Ambiguity or Bluff: The Geopolitical Chess Game

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Balancing Global Power: Military Moves and Political Fallout

26

The Iran Conflict: Partisanship vs. National Interest

27

Operation Epic Fury: The US-Iran Conflict Unfolds

28

At the Crossroads: Trump's Strategic Decisions on Iran

29

The Guthrie Kidnapping: Breaking News and Privacy Concerns

30

Unraveling the Abduction: The Search for Nancy Guthrie

31

Legal Standards and Public Perception: A Double-Edged Sword

32

Predictive Markets and Political Shifts: The Rise of Independents

33

Reasonable Force or Reckless Action? The Debate on Police Standards

34

Operation Venezuela: A Day with Global Ramifications

35

The Unraveling of the Epstein Files

36

The Great Wealth Transfer: A Tide of Change

37

Justice and Inequality: The Impact of Fame on Drug Prosecution

38

There’s Nothing Artificial About Job Loss

39

Thanksgiving Unity: Bridging Political Divides at the Table

40

Unveiling the Epstein Saga: Speculation and Resistance

41

Socialism, Capitalism, and Young Men

42

SNAP, Healthcare, and Political Dynamics

43

The Battle for the Political Center with Rahm Emanuel

44

Under Siege: A Conversation with Eric Trump

45

Ceasefire in Gaza: The Road to Peace?

46

Navigating Political Turbulence: From Shutdowns to Shifts in Voter Alignment

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Decoding the Patterns of Violence: Beyond Left and Right

48

The Male Dilemma: Social Shifts and Their Impact on Young Men

49

Finding Common Ground: Steps Towards National Unity

50

Perception, Reality, and Resilience: Navigating Today's Challenges

51

Some Choices, Once made, Can't easily be undone: Gerrymandering, California Politics, and Social Trends

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No Questions Were Taken …But So Many Remain

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Civility in Crisis: Running for Office Shouldn’t Require a Flak Jacket

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Smerconish: Criticism Against Trump Can't Be Blind

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Trump: "Never Briefed" on Name Being in Epstein Files

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Smerconish: Art of the Denial

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Smerconish: Should Racial and Ethnic Identity Categories Be Eliminated?

58

Smerconish: America Faces a Crisis of Nostalgia

59

Smerconish: Trump is on a Roll

60

Smerconish: Where's the Evidence on Iran's Nuclear Weapons?

61

Israel, Iran Trade Attacks After Israel Targets Nuclear Sites

62

Democrats Set Out to Study Male Voters With "Sam Project”

63

Smerconish Commentary: I'm Not Thrilled That Elon Musk is Out

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Smerconish: The Secret Path to Wealth No One Talks About

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Politico Reporter on Backlash Writing About Biden's Decline

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Global Push for Peace: 30-day Ceasefire Urged in Ukraine

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Belichick's 'Creative Muse' Makes Waves at UNC

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Smerconish: Are Hitler Comparisons to Modern Politicians Ever Appropriate?

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Smerconish: Trump is Picking Fights He Relishes

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Smerconish: If You Build It, Will They Come?

71

Smerconish: Lawyers Are the Backbone of a Stable Society

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Will Trump's Administration Survive "Signalgate?"

73

Smerconish: Should Attacks Against Tesla Be Prosecuted as a Hate Crime?

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Smerconish: Will More Republicans Buy Tesla?

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Smerconish: I've Got a Prescription for Progressives

76

Smerconish: Zelensky Didn't Start This Fight Either

77

Smerconish: Don't Spend That Doge Dividend Just Yet

78

Civil War at the DOJ

79

Cloudy Day for Sesame Street?

80

Trans Army Pilot: "I Was Not Surprised by the Hate. This is My Reality."

81

Will Trump's January 6th Pardons Backfire?

82

Smerconish: Biden's Low Approval Rating May Bounce Back

83

Sen. Whitehouse: Effects of Climate Change Could Plummet the U.S. Economy

84

Tragedies Demand Transparency, Not a Troupe

85

Book Club With Michael Smerconish

86

Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Trump agree on this issue

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Smerconish: A Sad, New Normalcy

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Healthcare Industry Receives Online Backlash After CEO Killed

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Controversy in Women's College Sports

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Smerconish: "The 'T' Was Missing From LGB...Q This Week"

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Trump is Inviting Confrontation With Cabinet Picks

92

Has Donald Trump Changed America or Revealed It?

93

Are Trump’s Numbers Under Reported, Yet Again?

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More Than 20 Million Mail-in Ballots Cast

95

What Are the Prediction Markets Saying About the Presidential Election?

96

Trump Motivates Americans Who Are Not Interested in Voting

97

Will Any October Surprise Reshape the Election?

98

Hezbollah Confirms Hassan Nasrallah Killed in Israeli Strike

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New Report Warns of "Near-term Major War"

100

Kamala Harris Won the Debate, and Here's Why

101

Harris and Trump Prepare to Face Off for the First Time

102

2024 Election Incites Gender Dived

103

Does Rfk Jr.'s Exit Change the State of the Race?

104

Trump: 'I'm Entitled to Personal Attacks'

105

Why Did Trump Choose to Question Harris’ Racial Identity?

106

Does Harris Have A Path To 270?

107

What Would it Take for Biden to Quit His Candidacy?

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Does Biden Really Have a Path to Victory?

109

Internal Divide Deepens Within Democratic Party

110

What Ails Biden Cannot Be Fixed - So Democrats Need to Find a Replacement

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Have GOP Attacks on Biden Acuity Made It Easier For Him To Win Debate?

112

US Tries to Thwart Terror Attacks in Advance

113

The Post-Conviction Election: How Will Voters Respond?