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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: NYC Shocker: Mark Halperin on Zohran Mamdani's Wild Win
Description: Michael is joined by political analyst Mark Halperin to unpack the political earthquake in New York City, where Zohran Mamdani— a self-described Democratic socialist — defeated Andrew Cuomo in a stunning upset. What does this mean for the future of the Democratic Party? Will centrists like Clinton and Bloomberg lose their grip? Plus, analysis on U.S. airstrikes in Iran and their global implications. Real talk, smart insights, no spin. Original air date 25 June 2025.