Host of The Michael Smerconish Program on SiriusXM, Host of CNN's Smerconish and Contributor, Newspaper Columnist and Best-Selling Author
Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, Michael Smerconish delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today's political arena and the long-term implications of the polarization in politics.
Michael Smerconish, a celebrated radio host, television personality, and bestselling author, brings a refreshingly independent and balanced perspective to the world of political commentary and current affairs.
With a career spanning decades in broadcast journalism, Smerconish has earned a reputation for his insightful analysis, engaging interviews, and thought-provoking discussions on the issues that matter most. His presentations are marked by an unwavering commitment to exploring complex topics with depth and nuance, providing audiences with a well-rounded understanding of today’s pressing challenges. Smerconish’s approach is non-partisan, seeking common ground and fostering constructive dialogue in an era of polarization. He draws from his extensive experience interviewing world leaders, politicians, and experts to offer fresh insights and practical solutions to today’s most critical issues.
Whether addressing political discourse, media ethics, or the impact of technology on society, Michael Smerconish’s talks are a breath of fresh air, encouraging critical thinking and promoting civil discourse. Audiences can expect an intellectually stimulating and balanced perspective that transcends partisan divides, offering a pathway to greater understanding and cooperation in an increasingly complex world.
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It’s Time to Mingle
Sirius XM radio and CNN television host Michael Smerconish is on a mission to restore civility and compromise to our public discourse. For three decades he’s had a front row seat to the increase in polarization that has gripped the nation. He sees the current climate as part of a much larger disconnect in society fueled by technology and self-sorting, having a serious impact on the mental health of our youth. The Mingle Project is both his diagnosis and prescription for the problem, presented through anecdote, social science… and a few laughs!
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Michael Smerconish was the keynote speaker at our annual conference in Philadelphia. He provided an engaging view on issues of the day and his presentation was timely, informative, and entertaining. His keynote address was exceptionally well received by those in attendance and it truly set the stage for a terrific conference. I would recommend Michael to anyone considering an event speaker.
Retail
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Michael spoke at our Annual Conference & Expo, to an audience of homeowners and managers in condo and homeowner associations. His speech focused on the polarization in politics and the increasing lack of civil discourse in America. Our audience loved Michael’s presentation and found it extremely relevant to their everyday experiences. One of our attendees called his speech “Absolutely one of the best keynote addresses I have heard. Intelligent, engaging and thought-provoking. Nothing makes a conference organizer more satisfied than attendees who believe the event was engaging and thought-provoking. Smerconish delivered on all counts.
Real Estate
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The evaluation results for Mr. Smerconish’s presentation were exceptional. Our members were attentive and engaged throughout his speech due to his innate ability to resonate and connect with the audience. His impartial perspective, relevant observations, and personal experiences provided a compelling analysis of our country’s political landscape. And as an added bonus, he even offered persuasive ideas as to what we can do to make the system work again. It was a ‘grand slam’ event thanks to Mr. Smerconish’s presentation. A quote by an attendee sums up the sentiments of the audience: He was fabulous and I could have listened to him forever.
Real Estate
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Michael Smerconish gave a riveting keynote address that captivated the audience and sparked many thoughtful conversations.
Fraternal/Membership Organization
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Everyone – all 234 people – LOVED Michael! He was insightful, bright, funny and warm. He shared stories that everyone loved. My husband just said, I could have listened to him all night. Couldn’t be happier!
Technology
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Smerconish was fresh, entertaining and engaging. A genuine storyteller who connected with our audience from start to finish, Michael walked our audience behind the scenes of the media, between the aisles of Washington and into the everyday life of Michael Smerconish. We walked away with a better understanding of the polarizing views dividing our nation and a deeper appreciation that not every issue has to be black and white, us versus them. Most of all, we discovered that the simple conversational things about our lives are what matter most and make for the most interesting dialogue. Our attendees have seen many keynotes, and we wanted to give them something slightly different, something they haven’t seen or heard before. Michael gave us all of that and more. As a result, both NASCO and Michael have expanded our fan base.
Technology
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Michael Smerconish was the perfect guest speaker for our fundraiser. Great story teller. Engaging. Topical. Entertaining. Insightful. Approachable. We had a wonderful evening discussing politics and current political issues with Michael Smerconish that was pragmatic and substantive without being personal. Very refreshing.
Non-Profit
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Michael made an excellent presentation at our Annual Board Meeting. He was extremely well received. His thoughtful, timely, and relevant presentation kept everyone’s attention. His warm and personal insights offered during his comments were enjoyed by all.
Non-Profit
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Michael Smerconish did a great job in his speech. The audience felt that he was very warm and engaging with everyone that he met, and hope we can bring him back at some future date.
Political Groups
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Michael Smerconish served up an outstanding keynote for our Villanova Business Leaders Forum. He was engaging throughout – a perfect blend of humor and analysis to provide his perspective on the increasingly partisan political landscape. The talk was fantastically well-received, without exception, by audience members representing the full range of political orientations – a feat unto itself. Perhaps no less important, Michael was a gracious and thoughtful guest. He spent considerable time and effort understanding our event and making it special. An all-around home run!
Financial Services
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As President of the New Jersey Association of Health Underwriters (NJAHU), we had the opportunity to have Michael Smerconish speak to our members at our states annual conference. Michael’s presentation was entertaining, timely, and most importantly engaging. Our members were extremely happy with his presentation. Michael’s involvement with our event not only elevated the overall conference, but elevated our association as well. I strongly recommend having Michael as keynote speaker.
Health Care
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Michael Smerconish served as the closing speaker at our annual convention. He was extremely well-received and provided an engaging and insightful bi-partisan view on the current status of the issues facing our nation and its implications for the future. In addition, he was very easy to work with in the pre-event planning. I would definitely have Michael talk with our members again!
Health Care
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With so many conferences being offered, the decision isn’t always about the budget, but your ROI! That ROI is multiplied when you attend and/or produce a conference that has a line-up of keynote speakers to inspire, inform and energize. That’s what Washington Speakers Bureau provided with Michael Smerconish for our annual conference. Michael was not only a dynamic speaker, but an engaging personality and very well received by all. He took time for photos with our attendees too as well as book signing and commentary. He was exceptional in every way.
Health Care
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Michael Smerconish presented a rousing speech packed with a factual, refreshingly honest breakdown of our country’s political landscape.
Health Care
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Michael delivered an insightful 45-minute speech about the current U.S. political environment that enthralled our partners and clients. He was outstanding in the Q&A session as well, engaging our audience in an array of current relevant political topics. We will have him back!
Financial Services
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Michael Smerconish delivered a great speech at our meeting. He presented a great overview of today’s political landscape and his point of view of what we must do as a nation to return to a civil discourse of the challenges we face domestically and internationally. Our clients found his commentary to be not only insightful but also straight to the heart of the topic at hand.
Financial Services
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Michael was able to address a diverse group of senior executives and directors on current U.S politics in a very candid and direct way. His views are clearly well informed, and perhaps more importantly, heartfelt and authentic. Great job!
Financial Services
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Michael Smerconish was very well-received at our event in Chicago earlier this month. In terms of content, he is a master of weaving together big ideas and down-to-earth examples. As for delivery, he is everything you would hope for from a talk radio guy: articulate and silver-tongued. He was easy to work with onsite, and our audience found his remarks insightful and entertaining.
Financial Services
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Our Organization’s event planning committee was excited to have Michael Smerconish as our keynote speaker for our years largest event. We were thrilled with the mix of 45 minutes of humor and political insight that Michael provided. He possess a unique view from the inside of the political reporting process.
Financial Services
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In November 2017, Michael spoke at the Walkers Fundamentals seminar in New York, addressing several hundred asset management professionals. Michael was dynamic, engaging and straight to the point. He presented a well researched view of the divisions in society and managed to be both balanced and extremely passionate at the same time.The audience raved.
Financial Services
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The Carolinas Credit Union League wanted an unparalleled experience at our 2015 Annual Meeting, including a full day of speakers. With a 2.5-hour block on politics and advocacy, it was important that we begin strongly. From introductory video to his final response during Q&A, Michael Smerconish delivered. His expert perspective and direct, entertaining style brought and kept attention on what often is a starchy, analytical, and polarizing subject. Michael’s material was up-to-the-minute and showed he thought as much our audience and bringing them together as we did of his insight. By most every account our participants called this our best annual meeting ever, and we have Michael to thank for such great momentum through the advocacy block and the rest of the schedule. As one participant shared in an evaluation, I could have listened to him all day!
Financial Services
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Michael Smerconish’s talk at one of our recent events was absolutely superb. The audience was composed of individuals who are politically engaged and his remarks hit exactly the right tone. He was witty, insightful, impartial, and tremendously knowledgeable about the politics of the Commonwealth and the U.S. Highly recommend him.
Chambers of Commerce
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Michael Smerconish’s keynote address at our IMPACT conference 3 weeks after the election was the talk of the conference. His analysis of Trump’s disruptive win and Clinton’s surprising loss shed light on the political climate that has been brewing over the past 30 years. Smerconish told an unbiased, relatable story that resonated with our audience. His insights were crucial to our attendee’s understanding of the current social landscape effecting their businesses.
Business Consulting
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Michael Smerconish was fresh, entertaining and engaging. A genuine storyteller who connected with our audience from start to finish, Michael walked our audience behind the scenes of the media, between the aisles of Washington and into the everyday life of Michael Smerconish. We walked away with a better understanding of the polarizing views dividing our nation and a deeper appreciation that not every issue has to be black and white, us versus them. Most of all, we discovered that the simple conversational things about our lives are what matter most and make for the most interesting dialogue.
Services
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As our keynote Radio Show luncheon speaker, Michael Smerconish was most well received by our radio broadcasters from different market sizes across America. His passion for radio’s responsibility to our listeners came through as he encouraged productive bipartisan dialogue.
Media
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At the Fall dinner meeting of the Bar Association of Lehigh County our guest speaker was Michael Smerconish. Everyone was delighted with his presentation. It was timely, informative and entertaining. The question and answer session following were lively, fun and the best we have had in recent memory. Before, during and after the event Mr. Smerconish was very accommodating and personable. Everyone was left wanting more.
Legal
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At this summer’s American Association for Justice convention, our members were thoroughly captivated by remarks made by Michael Smerconish. Michael is a talented speaker who presents his analysis of the current political landscape with equal doses of searing wit and heart. His thoughtful critique of the polarized nature of the political discourse in this country inspired and educated our members. Michael’s shared insights were a real highlight of this conference.
Legal
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He is the perfect speaker, especially for organizations involved in advocacy or public policy issues.
