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As Election Day nears, the battle between principles and pockets heats up. Tune in to hear Larry Sabato's perspective on swing states and the Trump-Putin diesel deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive deep into the complexities of the Cornell case and NY's 'voluntary intoxication loophole.' Can changing the law redefine consent? Explore both sides in our latest discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikole Hannah-Jones reflects on the cost of her educational choices for her daughter. Does one family's decision have the power to change the system? We discuss this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Smerconish dives deep into the unsettling intersection of AI and international conflict. How can AI missteps almost spark wars? And what should we be truly worried about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Could AI wipe out humanity?" Major figures sound the alarm over AI risks. Tune in as we unravel alarming insights from Anthropic insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Data centers are at the center of a heated political debate, but what does it mean for local communities? Dive into the conversation with Michael Smerconish as he unpacks the controversy, featuring perspectives from politicians, developers, and concerned citizens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We just hit a staggering $40 trillion in national debt, and why are some Democrats quitting? Dive into the latest discussion with experts about its causes and what lies ahead. Join the conversation and vote in today's poll at smirconish.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abruptly leave his family and his job and head for the border with laptops and cash? Why is there still no official explanation of his death? And maybe most importantly: Was Ilya a spy?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join the conversation with Michael Smerconish! From courtroom dramas to racial dynamics in the WNBA, this episode tackles the big issues head-on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the Democratic Party shifting towards Democratic Socialism? Dive into the rising parallels with the Tea Party movement and explore the future of American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Fauci's silence isn't the real story, it's a reflection of our political chaos. Dive deep into why real answers about COVID's origins are elusive and what's needed for transparency. Also, can AI's personalization jeopardize our shared reality? Discover what experts have to say about the potential societal impact of hyper-personalization. A must-listen debate on today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does the order of primaries really shape the future of elections? Dive into our latest discussion where political heavyweights debate the impact of South Carolina's primary lead. Also, what's the future of independent candidates in Congress? Join us as we explore Joe Manchin's bold strategy to shift the balance of power in Washington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do establishment democrats need to have A 'Sister Souljah moment' – when taking the on democratic socialist wing of the party? Smerconish discusses this with Bill Daley, former White House Chief of Staff under Obama.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is being a Democratic socialist an asset or liability? Dive into today's explosive discussion with insider Tad Devine and uncover what this means for the Democrats in 2028. From Senate races to the future of the Democratic Party, explore the heated dialogues dividing progressives and centrists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celebrate America's 250th with a fresh perspective! Dive into how the world sees us, straight from 36 countries, and the surprising truth visitors discover when they touch American soil. Let's embrace the wonders around us. Global perceptions vs. local experiences – which tells the true story? Explore this Fourth of July narrative as survey data meets the voices of World Cup fans. Are we really who they thought? Let's find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices