The Smerconish Podcast

CNN's Dana Bash joins Michael for a wide-ranging conversation on the political crossroads facing Democrats after Zohran Mamdani's New York victory, the growing influence of the party's progressive wing, and the road to 2028. She also offers a candid, behind-the-scenes account of moderating the Biden-Trump debate, revealing the moment she realized something was wrong and how she and Jake Tapper navigated one of the most consequential nights in recent political history. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Is Donald Trump the cause of America's anger—or its most visible symptom? Michael examines today's Smerconish.com poll question using insights from veteran Democratic strategist Doug Sosnik. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Former Clinton adviser Doug Sosnik joins Michael to unpack the data behind America's political upheaval. Drawing on his latest research, Sosnik argues that Donald Trump is a symptom—not the cause—of deeper economic and cultural forces reshaping the country. They discuss wealth inequality, the decline of upward mobility, the growing education divide, why voters increasingly reject the status quo, and what it all means for the 2026 midterms and the future of American politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Today's Poll Question: Is the Left's Israel litmus test driven more by policy or antisemitism? Michael examines the Democratic divide over Israel after Zohran Mamdani's political wins, a high-profile New York primary, and shifting public opinion. Where does legitimate criticism end and anti-Semitism begin? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Michael welcomes political analyst Mark Halperin for a wide-ranging conversation on what New York's latest election results reveal about the future of the Democratic Party. From the growing influence of progressive candidates to the prospects of a Bernie Sanders comeback in 2028, Halperin argues that Democrats are heading toward a defining showdown between the party establishment and its energized left wing. They discuss the political impact of Israel-related debates, the next generation of Democratic leadership, and why the road to 2028 may already be taking shape. Original air date 24 June 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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