Inside Amazon’s Robot-Powered Future — And What It Means for YOUR Job.
Michael digs into a groundbreaking New York Times report revealing Amazon’s push to automate up to 600,000 jobs — and what it means for the future of American work. NYT tech correspondent Karen Weise joins to explain what she saw inside Amazon’s most advanced robotic facility, how automation is reshaping warehouse labor, and why this shift is already underway. Michael also revisits a professor’s bold prediction of 99% unemployment, audience skepticism, and the broader debate over AI’s impact on jobs. A must-listen for anyone wondering where the workforce is headed next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Mobile Voting: The Future of Democracy or a Disaster Waiting to Happen?
Michael tackles today’s big question: Should Americans be able to vote from their phones? In this episode, he explores the security risks, potential benefits for voter turnout, global experiments with digital voting, and how mobile ballots could reshape U.S. politics. Plus, he reviews audience reactions to the Daily Poll and the ongoing debate over trust in American elections. A timely, thought-provoking look at the future of democracy. Join the conversation and vote now on Smerconish.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Why Trump’s Stance on the Epstein Files is Raising Eyebrows
Mark Halperin dives deep into the ongoing debate surrounding the release of Jeffrey Epstein files and why Donald Trump's decision to withhold them is raising more questions than answers. In this thought-provoking discussion, Halperin explains the political strategy, potential risks, and the broader implications of releasing sensitive files—while also shedding light on the complexities of Trump's relationship with Epstein. Should the public know everything? Or are there valid reasons to keep some documents hidden? Tune in for an insightful analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Has the Epstein Saga Finally Cracked Trump’s Grip on MAGA?
Michael analyzes whether the GOP’s swift vote to release the Epstein files signals a meaningful shift in Trump’s influence over his party. With new data, expert perspectives, and a look at the growing media angles, he explores whether this moment is a blip—or the beginning of a broader rupture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"Tell It Early, Tell It All": What Trump Should Have Done About Epstein
Veteran crisis-manager and former White House Special Counsel Lanny Davis joins Michael to break down how President Trump handled the Epstein files — and what he should have done instead. Davis explains the “tell it early, tell it all, tell it yourself” rules Trump ignored, why resistance fuels speculation, and how the story could have been neutralized from the start. Plus: his upcoming book Finding the Third Way and a great story involving his son, a college basketball game, and a surprise call from George W. Bush. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Spirited discussions of government, politics, and current events without predictable left/right bias. The Smerconish Podcast is for Independent Minds.
The Michael Smerconish Program airs live on SiriusXM's POTUS Channel 9AM-12PM ET and replays 9PM-12AM East, Monday-Friday.