Michael Smerconish

Michael Smerconish

Keynote Speaker: Independent Political Analyst; Host of "The Michael Smerconish Program" on SiriusXM; Host of CNN's "Smerconish;" Newspaper Columnist & Bestselling Author

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Michael Smerconish Biography

Michael A. Smerconish is the host of "The Michael Smerconish Program," heard nationwide on SiriusXM’s POTUS channel. He is also the host of CNN’s “Smerconish,” which airs Saturday mornings, offering an unbiased, middle-of-the-road approach to delivering the news. With a perfect blend of analysis and humor, Smerconish delivers engaging, thought-provoking, and balanced dialogue on today’s political arena. He has interviewed multiple U.S. Presidents including Barack Obama, Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush, as well as Vice Presidents Al Gore, Dick Cheney, and Joe Biden.

Smerconish was a longtime newspaper columnist for the Philadelphia Daily News and Sunday Philadelphia Inquirer, and his columns have been reprinted in newspapers across the country and internationally. He is the author of seven books, including two New York Times best sellers. Four of his books, including "Clowns to the Left of Me, Jokers to the Right: American Life in Columns" and his first novel "TALK," have had their proceeds donated to charity. The television rights for "TALK" were optioned by Warner Brothers.

His one-man live performance, “Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Talking,” debuted on Hulu and is currently available on streaming platforms including Amazon, Apple, and Google. He is of counsel at the Philadelphia law firm of Kline & Specter. Smerconish is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Lehigh University and the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He resides in the Philadelphia suburbs with his wife, where they have raised four children.

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Michael Smerconish Speaking Topics

Stuck in the Middle with You: How Did We Get Where We Are (Politically), and What Will It Take to Get Out?

Michael Smerconish’s daily interaction with his listeners across the country gives him a grassroots perspective on the critical matters facing our country from the state of our economy, the budget deficit, the future of health care and immigration to the divisiveness of political partisanship and civil discourse across the country. Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, he delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today’s issues, the 2016 Presidential election and the possible long-term implications of the polarization in politics over the coming years.

Angry Is Over

Michael Smerconish’s daily interaction with his listeners across the country gives him a grassroots perspective on the critical matters facing our country from the state of our economy, the budget deficit, the future of health care and immigration to the divisiveness of political partisanship and civil discourse across the country. Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, he delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today’s issues, the 2016 Presidential election and the possible long-term implications of the polarization in politics over the coming years.

Michael Smerconish Videos

The Mingle Project - Sizzle Reel

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What topics does Michael Smerconish speak about?

Michael Smerconish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Government, Middle Eastern Heritage, Journalism, Political, Geopolitics, Bipartisan and Leadership.

Where does Michael Smerconish travel from?

Michael Smerconish generally travels from Pennsylvania, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Michael Smerconish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Diversity & Inclusion, Government and Middle Eastern Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Smerconish for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Michael Smerconish generally travels from Pennsylvania, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bob Woodward, Ben Stein and Van Jones. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Smerconish for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Michael Smerconish Speaking Topics

  • Stuck in the Middle with You: How Did We Get Where We Are (Politically), and What Will It Take to Get Out?

    Michael Smerconish’s daily interaction with his listeners across the country gives him a grassroots perspective on the critical matters facing our country from the state of our economy, the budget deficit, the future of health care and immigration to the divisiveness of political partisanship and civil discourse across the country. Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, he delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today’s issues, the 2016 Presidential election and the possible long-term implications of the polarization in politics over the coming years.

  • Angry Is Over

    Michael Smerconish’s daily interaction with his listeners across the country gives him a grassroots perspective on the critical matters facing our country from the state of our economy, the budget deficit, the future of health care and immigration to the divisiveness of political partisanship and civil discourse across the country. Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, he delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today’s issues, the 2016 Presidential election and the possible long-term implications of the polarization in politics over the coming years.

Michael Smerconish Videos

The Mingle Project - Sizzle Reel

Michael Smerconish News

  • How do I book Michael Smerconish to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Smerconish for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Michael Smerconish, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Michael Smerconish or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Michael Smerconish for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Michael Smerconish, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michael Smerconish are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael Smerconish, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Michael Smerconish speak about?

    Michael Smerconish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Diversity & Inclusion, Government, Middle Eastern Heritage, Journalism, Political, Geopolitics, Bipartisan and Leadership.
  • Where does Michael Smerconish travel from?

    Michael Smerconish generally travels from Pennsylvania, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Michael Smerconish?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Smerconish for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Smerconish for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Michael Smerconish or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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