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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: Why the Super Bowl Still Matters in a Fractured America
Description: Michael breaks down a Super Bowl that was more cultural flashpoint than classic game. From a lackluster matchup and standout commercials to Bad Bunny’s polarizing halftime show, Michael explores why the Super Bowl remains one of America’s last shared experiences. Drawing on a powerful Wall Street Journal essay by Ben Sasse, he asks whether the event still unites us — or reflects a nation increasingly divided by politics, culture, and language. Original air date 9 February 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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