A special thank you to Michael Smerconish for delivering a dynamic keynote address on today's political environment during our annual conference. Intelligent, candid and articulate, Michael instantly engaged attendees with his keen insights on ideological polarization, his considerable historical perspective, his credible ideas on what it will take to change the current climate and his ability to weave everything together into a cohesive, informative dialog.

Michael addressed the current state of political affairs in a reasoned, rational and informed presentation that neither inflamed the right or left. He was the Simone Biles of the balance beam of political and public affairs speakers. He was candid and forthright without becoming accusatory and quickly had the audience’s attention and engagement for the duration of his presentation. If you’re looking for a safe speaker in "dangerous waters” … Michael Smerconish is your guy.

We had the pleasure of having Michael Smerconish at our first in-person YPO event post our COVID quarantine period. Michael was honest and entertaining in the way he discussed the current political and media environment. His presentation and Q&A session afterwards were thought provoking and eye opening for many people in the audience. We purchased his new book CLOWNS TO THE LEFT OF ME, JOKERS TO THE RIGHT for all of the attendees, and he was gracious enough to sign many of them. I happened to listen to the book on Audible, appreciated that he narrated it himself and enjoyed it very much. I have become a new fan of Michael’s brand of independent, straight forward talk about the issues without a spin to the right or left. I wish we had many more people like Michael Smerconish in the media and in politics. I would highly recommend having Michael speak at any event and look forward to watching him every Saturday morning at 9 AM on CNN.

Michael appeared at our ideas conference, ThinkFest, and his talk was the highlight of the day. His speech was eye-opening and entertaining, and his message—about how we became so divided and what we can do about it—is one I wish everyone in America, whether their politics are left, right or center, could hear. Michael was smart, funny and passionate, and we got a great response from our audience.

Michael was terrific! We had lots of positive feedback from our guests. He was an excellent choice for our Business Leaders Forum event. He struck the perfect tone and was highly entertaining. It is challenging to hold an audience captive for 90 minutes at 8:30 am and he met the task with gusto.

Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, Smerconish delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today’s political arena and the long-term implications of the polarization in politics beyond the 2016 elections. It was so riveting to hear Michael talk about the roots of our partisan division. I truly enjoy every opportunity I have to hear him speak, because he’s informed, rational, educational, but still so energetic.

Michael was an engaging and humble speaker. Witty, too. And he was a delight to work with. The night was everything we hoped for and more. The best word that describes Michael is Mensch!

We were looking for a refreshing, fresh perspective on America’s political culture and that is what we got! Michael spoke at the FORUM at BIG ARTS, Sanibel Island, Florida, last night to a sell out crowd with numerous disappointed folks who couldn’t get a seat. His challenging, thought provoking message wrapped in humor and supported with (real) facts was everything we could hope for! Thanks for joining us Michael! Come back soon!