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Book Club with Michael Smerconish

Book Club with Michael Smerconish

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 Reading for Independent Minds. Unlike many author interviews, if Michael didn't actually read the book, you won't hear about it. If he read it, you'll hear it and you'll love it. Insights into a wide range of topics, including many titles you've probably never heard of. The perfect book is just one listen away.Copyright 2021 SiriusXM Art Literary History & Criticism Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Jake Tapper: "Original Sin"

    Jake Tapper: "Original Sin"
    May 22 2025
    Michael sits down with CNN anchor and author Jake Tapper to discuss "Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again" co-authored with Alex Thompson. Tapper opens up about what hasn't been fully covered in the media, including behind-the-scenes moments during the 2024 debate, concerns from top Democratic senators, and internal White House dynamics. The conversation delves into aging, leadership, political accountability, and how media and political insiders handled growing concerns over President Biden’s capacity. A candid and thought-provoking discussion you won’t want to miss. Original air date 22 May 2025. The book was published on 20 May 2025.
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    22 mins
  • Keith O'Brien: "Charlie Hustle"

    Keith O'Brien: "Charlie Hustle"
    May 16 2025
    With the news of Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's career hits leader, being posthumously removed from the league's permanent ineligibility list, Michael speaks with Keith O'Brien, author of "Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball." Charlie Hustle tells the full story of one of America’s most epic tragedies—the rise and fall of Pete Rose. Drawing on firsthand interviews with Rose himself and with his associates, as well as on investigators' reports, FBI and court records, archives, a mountain of press coverage, Keith O’Brien chronicles how Rose fell so far from being America’s “great white hope.” It is Pete Rose as we've never seen him before. Original air date 16 May 2025. The book was published on 26 March 2024.
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    17 mins
  • Suzy Welch: "Becoming You"

    Suzy Welch: "Becoming You"
    May 12 2025
    Michael sits down with Suzy Welch—NYU Stern professor, journalist, and best-selling author—to discuss her transformative new book :Becoming You: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career." The conversation blends personal reflection with practical insight as Suzy introduces her evidence-based methodology for helping people align their values, aptitudes, and interests in pursuit of a meaningful life. From a hilarious memory of an awkward naked-photo-in-a-magazine encounter to deep discussions on loss, resilience, and self-discovery, this episode offers both laughs and life lessons. Michael even takes Suzy’s “Values Bridge” test and shares his results, making for a lively and introspective exchange that challenges listeners to reflect on their own paths. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mid-career professional, or just seeking clarity, this episode is for anyone asking: What should I really be doing with my life? And, six words to describe your life story. What are they? Original air date 12 May 2025. The book was published on 6 May 2025.
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    38 mins

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