The Smerconish Podcast

Find R.m. Schneiderman's work on Substack.

Hear Michael's book club podcast episode with Marcus Luttrell here.

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Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Should Congress ban betting on government actions, terrorism and war? Michael examines a wave of suspicious trading activity that appears to anticipate major geopolitical decisions—from U.S. strikes abroad to sudden policy reversals—raising questions about who knows what, and when. With new legislation proposed to prohibit wagering on sensitive events, the debate pits national security and ethics against free markets and predictive insight. Are these platforms valuable forecasting tools, or dangerous incentives that could invite manipulation and undermine public trust? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Find Holly Peterson's work here.

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Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Do you agree with the California jury verdict, blaming Meta and YouTube for designing features that cause mental health distress? Michael Smerconish breaks down a landmark Los Angeles verdict holding Meta and Google liable for millions in damages tied to a young woman’s mental health harms. Is this Big Tech’s “Big Tobacco moment,” or an overreach by trial lawyers? He explores the product liability theory behind the case, why Section 230 didn’t apply, and how cultural and legal trends often start in California. Plus, the broader implications for regulation, future lawsuits, and what it all means for social media users and companies alike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The impersonation of President Trump in this episode was done by Shawn Farash. 

Find Mark Halperin's Wide World of News here.

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