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Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

Update: 2025-10-21
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In this episode, Michael Smerconish dives into the explosive debate over the nationwide “No Kings” rallies, which drew millions across America this past weekend. Two excellent voices join the conversation with very different takes: Colby Hall, founding editor of Mediaite, questions whether these protests accomplish anything beyond social media posts and self-satisfaction. Will Bunch, national opinion columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer, argues that the movement’s true power lies in restoring community, courage, and hope in a divided democracy. From the power of collective action to the pitfalls of performative protest, this conversation asks: Can massive marches really make meaningful change—or are we mistaking hashtags for history? Original air date 20 October 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

Will the ‘No Kings’ Protests Change Anything? Colby Hall vs. Will Bunch

Colby Hall, Will Bunch, Michael Smerconish