"If His Own Former Staff Don't Support Him, Why Should You?" (with Olivia Troye and Sarah Matthews)
Welcome to the beauty shop. Michael is joined by Olivia Troye and Sarah Matthews, two former Trump administration officials who are casting their vote for Kamala Harris this November. The conversation touches on General John Kelly's recent comments about Trump, the messages sent at the final Trump and Harris rallies and what it means to be a Republican voting Democrat this fall. If you enjoyed...
1hr 10m Nov 02, 2024
1hr 10m
The Calculated Lies of Donald Trump (Quick Take)
This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Art of Political Lying (and Why Republicans Do It More) (with Bill Adair)" Michael Steele speaks with Bill Adair, Duke Professor and founder of the fact-checking site PolitiFact about the epidemic of political lying and why Republicans do it more. Michael also discusses his time as RNC Chairman when he was asked to lie about the birtherism surround...
16m Oct 27, 2024
16m
The Art of Political Lying (and Why Republicans Do It More) (with Bill Adair)
Michael Steele speaks with Bill Adair, Duke Professor and founder of the fact-checking site PolitiFact about the epidemic of political lying, why Republicans do it more and how we can begin to make political lying unpopular and unacceptable. Michael also discusses his time as RNC Chairman when he was asked to lie about the birtherism surrounding Former President Barack Obama. If you enjoyed th...
1hr 1m Oct 24, 2024
1hr 1m
What Makes This Election Different Than 2020 (Quick Take)
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "How Latino Voters Are Transforming Democracy (with Mike Madrid)" Mike Madrid speaks with Michael Steele about how many Republicans are anti-Trump and why, the challenge Democrats face in effectively messaging to Latino voters and what makes this election different than 2020. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a fr...
14m Oct 21, 2024
14m
How Latino Voters Are Transforming Democracy (with Mike Madrid)
Mike Madrid speaks with Michael Steele about why Republicans are bailing on Trump and supporting Harris, the challenge Democrats face in effectively messaging to Latino voters, the factors that impact Latino voting behavior and the key elements that make this election different than 2020. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out Mike Madrid's...
1hr 4m Oct 17, 2024
1hr 4m
A Moment of Clarity: The Problem Is In the House
And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele reacts to Trump discussing whether this election day will be peaceful. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast
5m Oct 14, 2024
5m
Letting Go of the Republican Party (Quick Take)
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Can We Please Return to Common Sense Politics? (with Leigh McGowan, AKA PoliticsGirl)" Michael Steele speaks with Leigh McGowan (PoliticsGirl) about letting go of the current version of the Republican party and the Republicans like Liz Cheney casting their ballots for Kamala Harris this November. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review...
8m Oct 12, 2024
8m
Can We Please Return to Common Sense Politics? (with Leigh McGowan, AKA PoliticsGirl)
Leigh McGowan AKA PoliticsGirl speaks with Michael Steele about how conservatives must destroy MAGA in order to get their party back, the evolution of the Harris Walz campaign, Republicans like Liz Cheney voting Democrat this fall and how we can begin to return to common sense politics. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out Leigh's New Yor...
57m Oct 10, 2024
57m
The Disappointing Behavior of Black Republican Men (Quick Take)
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Finding Faith (with Don Lemon)" Don Lemon flips the script and interviews Michael. The pair discuss Michael's evolution, the lessons he learned from his mother and the disappointing behavior of Black Republican men, such as Byron Donalds and Mark Robinson. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out th...
14m Oct 07, 2024
14m
A Moment of Clarity: Unfit for Office
And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele discusses what makes J.D Vance unfit for office. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast
2m Oct 07, 2024
2m
Finding Faith (with Don Lemon)
Don Lemon speaks with Michael Steele about faith, politics and his new book, "I Once Was Lost: My Search for God in America." Don discusses growing up as gay in the Southern Black Church, his journey with religion and his departure from CNN. The pair also discuss Michael Steele's personal evolution, the lessons he learned from his mother and the disappointing behavior of Black Republican Men. ...
1hr 12m Oct 03, 2024
1hr 12m
How Kamala Dominated Trump At The Presidential Debate (Quick Take)
This is an excerpt from the full episode, " From Neglect to Power: Family, Trauma and Politics (with Mary L. Trump)." Michael Steele speaks with Mary L. Trump about her new book, Who Could Ever Love You: A Family Memoir. The pair discuss how Kamala dominated Trump at the presidential debate and the cognitive decline of Donald J. Trump.
11m Sep 28, 2024
11m
From Neglect to Power: Family, Trauma and Politics (with Mary L. Trump)
Michael Steele speaks with Mary L. Trump about her new book, Who Could Ever Love You: A Family Memoir. The pair discuss the darkness and generational trauma surrounding the Trump family and why Donald was chosen over Mary's father, Freddy, as the inheritor of the family business. Plus, how Kamala dominated Trump at the debates, the meaning behind some of Trump's recent rally statements and the ...
1hr 6m Sep 27, 2024
1hr 6m
Sarah "Huck Abby" Sanders Digs at Kamala Harris for Not Having Biological Children
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "If There's Ever Been a Time to Vote... (with Rick Ungar)" Michael Steele and Rick Ungar discuss Sarah Huckabee Sanders's dig at Kamala Harris not having biological children and the critical importance of voting this November. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rick Ungar @rickungar Follow Michael...
12m Sep 21, 2024
12m
If There's Ever Been a Time to Vote... (with Rick Ungar)
Michael Steele speaks with his former Sirius XM co-host, Rick Ungar. The pair discuss the recent debate between Trump and Harris, the absurdity of the misinformation surrounding migrants eating pets, Sarah Huckabee Sanders's dig at Kamala not having biological children and the critical importance of voting this November. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a...
54m Sep 19, 2024
54m
How Ronald Reagan Helped Shape The GOP
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Reagan's Life And Legacy (With Max Boot)" Michael Steele speaks with bestselling author, historian, and policy analyst Max Boot about his latest book,"Reagan: His Life And Legend" and the differences about the GOP compared to the days of Ronald Reagan. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Reagan-Life-Legend-Max-Boot/dp/0871409445 If you e...
7m Sep 14, 2024
7m
Reagan's Life And Legacy (with Max Boot)
Michael Steele speaks with bestselling author, historian, and policy analyst Max Boot about his latest book, "Reagan: His Life And Legend." The two discuss how Ronald Reagan helped shape the GOP, what made him a successful leader, and why he changed political parties. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Reagan-Life-Legend-Max-Boot/dp/0871409445 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure...
59m Sep 12, 2024
59m
The Expectations of the First Female President
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Making the Presidency (With Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky)" Michael Steele speaks with presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky about her new book, "Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic" and the challenges and expectations Kamala Harris will face if she is the first female president. Check out the book here: htt...
15m Sep 07, 2024
15m
Making the Presidency (with Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky)
Michael Steele speaks with presidential historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky about her new book, "Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic." The pair discuss how John Adams set the precedent for a peaceful transfer of power, the importance of putting the Constitution above partisan interests and the challenges and expectations Kamala Harris will face if she is t...
1hr 2m Sep 05, 2024
1hr 2m
The Unsung Heroes Who Fought Against Fascism
This is an excerpt from the full episode "We've Been Here Before– America's Fight Against Fascism," which originally aired in November 2023. Michael speaks with Rachel Maddow about her book, "Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism." The pair discuss how modern-day efforts to undermine democracy have a prequel dating back to before and during World War II when an ultra-right authoritarian m...
13m Sep 01, 2024
13m
We've Been Here Before– America's Fight Against Fascism (with Rachel Maddow) [Rebroadcast]
Note: This episode is a rebroadcast and originally aired in November 2023. New episode out next week! Michael speaks with Rachel Maddow about her book, "Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism." The pair discuss how modern-day efforts to undermine democracy have a prequel dating back to before and during World War II when an ultra-right authoritarian movement tried to steer our nation towar...
58m Aug 29, 2024
58m
Doug Emhoff's Masculinity Can Handle Kamala Harris' Success
This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Swift Turnaround of the Democratic Party (with Sophia Nelson and Dr. Jason Johnson)" Michael Steele speaks with political analysts Sophia Nelson and Dr. Jason Johnson about a generational shift in men like Doug Emhoff being proud of their successful female partners. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! ...
9m Aug 24, 2024
9m
The Swift Turnaround of the Democratic Party (with Sophia Nelson and Dr. Jason Johnson)
For this DNC-week barbershop edition of the podcast, Michael Steele speaks with political analysts Sophia Nelson and Dr. Jason Johnson. They discuss the Democratic Party turning from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris, Project 2025, how JD Vance has changed his personality to make himself more attractive to MAGA, Rep. Nancy Mace's controversial comments, and the shift to men like Doug Emhoff being prou...
1hr 24m Aug 22, 2024
1hr 24m
Viktor Orbán, Putin and the Dictators Trump Admires
This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Dictators Who Want to Run the World (with Anne Applebaum)" Michael Steele speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and staff writer at The Atlantic, Anne Applebaum about her new book, "Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World.” The pair discuss how dictators like Viktor Orbán have evolved and influenced Donald Trump. Check out the...
15m Aug 17, 2024
15m
The Dictators Who Want to Run the World (with Anne Applebaum)
Michael Steele speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and staff writer at The Atlantic, Anne Applebaum about her new book, "Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World.” The pair discuss the network of countries united by their common interest in maintaining absolute power, the reasons why people are attracted to autocratic regimes, the tactics used by modern autocrats, and the ...
58m Aug 15, 2024
58m
"We're Not Going Back"
This is an excerpt from the full episode "America's Dad vs The Weirdo (with Molly Jong-Fast)" Michael Steele speaks with MSNBC political analyst, Vanity Fair special correspondent and host of the "Fast Politics" podcast, Molly Jong-Fast. The pair discuss why Tim Walz was the pick for VP over Josh Shapiro and what he'll bring to the campaign, the significance of Kamala's "We're not going back" ...
9m Aug 10, 2024
9m
America's Dad vs The Weirdo (with Molly Jong-Fast)
Michael Steele speaks with MSNBC political analyst, Vanity Fair special correspondent and host of the "Fast Politics" podcast, Molly Jong-Fast. The pair discuss why Tim Walz was the pick for VP over Josh Shapiro and what he'll bring to the campaign, the significance of Kamala's "We're not going back" statement and the impact of the disastrous NABJ-Trump interview. If you enjoyed this podcast, ...
51m Aug 08, 2024
51m
Make Mine a Double: Kamala's Pick for VP
Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy. Michael discusses Kamala's pick for VP: Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast
9m Aug 06, 2024
9m
How White, Liberal Women Respond to Kamala Harris' Campaign
This is an excerpt from the full episode "Becoming the Leaders We Need (with Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr.)" Michael Steele speaks with educator, author, political commentator and Princeton University professor, Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. about his book,“We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For." The pair discuss the impact of liberal white women on Kamala Harris' campaign. If you enjoyed this podcast, b...
7m Aug 03, 2024
7m
Becoming the Leaders We Need (with Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr.)
Michael Steele speaks with educator, author, political commentator and Princeton University professor, Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. about his book, “We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For." The pair discuss the importance of taking personal responsibility for democracy, the impact of liberal white women on Kamala Harris' campaign, how America idolizes prophet-like figures and finding beauty in our...
54m Aug 01, 2024
54m
"It Ain't Just Inflation." Trump Winning Could Mean a 10-3 Conservative Supreme Court
This is an excerpt from the full episode '"You Can't Touch This": Challenging the Power of The Supreme Court (with Dahlia Lithwick)' Michael Steele speaks with Dahlia Lithwick, Senior Editor at Slate and host of Slate's Supreme Court podcast, Amicus. The pair discuss how Project 2025 and Trump winning the election would mean a 10-3 conservative Supreme Court. If you enjoyed this podcast, be s...
11m Jul 27, 2024
11m
"You Can't Touch This": Challenging the Power of The Supreme Court (with Dahlia Lithwick)
Michael Steele speaks with Dahlia Lithwick, Senior Editor at Slate and host of Slate's Supreme Court podcast, Amicus. The pair discuss the current state of the Supreme Court and the need for reform, regulation and expansion. Plus, how Project 2025 and a Trump presidency will affect the courts for generations to come and how we can begin to shift our learned helplessness when it comes to changin...
1hr 3m Jul 25, 2024
1hr 3m
How Trump Branded His Assassination Attempt
This is an excerpt from the full episode "From Memes to Extremism: How the Internet Fueled Far-Right Movements (with Elle Reeve)." Michael Steele speaks with CNN correspondent and Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, Elle Reeve about her new book, "Black Pill: How I Witnessed the Darkest Corners of the Internet Come to Life, Poison Society, and Capture American Politics." The pair discus...
7m Jul 22, 2024
7m
Make Mine a Double: Biden Steps Down
Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy. Michael discusses President Biden leaving the 2024 race and what this means for Kamala Harris, Trump, and America. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast
7m Jul 21, 2024
7m
From Memes to Extremism: How the Internet Fueled Far-Right Movements (with Elle Reeve)
Michael Steele speaks with CNN correspondent and Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, Elle Reeve about her new book, "Black Pill: How I Witnessed the Darkest Corners of the Internet Come to Life, Poison Society, and Capture American Politics." The pair discuss how internet subcultures have contributed to the rise of white nationalism and the role social media plays in shaping people's tho...
1hr 3m Jul 18, 2024
1hr 3m
Why Are Democrats So Bad at Messaging?
This is an excerpt from the full episode, Rebuilding America's Middle Class: With Thom Hartmann. Michael Steele speaks with Progressive radio host, Thom Hartmann, about how Democrats have failed in their messaging. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Thom Hartmann @Thom_Hartmann Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podc...
6m Jul 13, 2024
6m
Rebuilding America's Middle Class (with Thom Hartmann)
Michael Steele speaks with Progressive radio host, Thom Hartmann. The pair discuss rebuilding America's middle class and the need to re-transfer wealth from the top 1%. They also discuss the failures of messaging by Democrats, types of Conservatism shaped by Eisenhower and Reagan, and the implications of Project 2025. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a fr...
56m Jul 11, 2024
56m
A Moment of Clarity: What the Polling Numbers Show
And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele discusses what the polling numbers show after the Biden and Trump debate. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast
2m Jul 10, 2024
2m
Democrats, Help Us Help You
This is an excerpt from the full episode, "The Republican Approach to Beating Donald Trump: With Rick Wilson." (or whichever title you end up choosing for the main episode.) Rick Wilson, Lincoln Project co-founder, speaks with Michael Steele about his Republican approach to defeating Donald Trump and what will happen if Joe Biden drops out of the presidential race. If you enjoyed this podcast...
10m Jul 07, 2024
10m
The Republican Approach to Beating Donald Trump (with Rick Wilson)
Michael Steele speaks with Republican strategist and Lincoln Project co-founder, Rick Wilson. The pair discuss Donald Trump's revenge on Republican critics and the implications of the Supreme Court's immunity decision. Plus, what last week's presidential debate means for the election and what Joe Biden and Democrats need to do before November. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a re...
41m Jul 05, 2024
41m
A Moment of Clarity: Let the Man Make His Case
And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele discusses the Democrats' response to Biden's debate performance and whether Biden should be replaced as a Democratic candidate. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @st...
1m Jul 04, 2024
1m
Make Mine a Double: SCOTUS Immunity Decision
Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy. Michael discusses the recent SCOTUS decision to grant Trump immunity. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast
11m Jul 03, 2024
11m
Following the Constitution's Original Meaning: With A.J. Jacobs
A.J. Jacobs joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his book 'The Year of Living Constitutionally' and his year-long effort to live out the principles and constraints of the Constitution. A.J. also discusses the power and role of the Supreme Court, the need for term limits, and the challenges he faced while abiding by the Constitution for one year. Check out the book here: https://www.amaz...
1hr 2m Jul 01, 2024
1hr 2m
Quick Take: Get Your Vote On
This is an excerpt from the full episode "Closing the Voting Turnout Gap (Barbershop)" Michael is joined by Louis Reed, Michelle Bishop and Susan Dzieduszycka-Suinat for a discussion on how to close the turnout gap for formerly incarcerated citizens, people with disabilities and overseas Americans and the obstacles that stand between them and the ballot box. If you enjoyed this episode, leave...
15m Jun 29, 2024
15m
A Moment of Clarity: Project 2025's Plan to Fire 50,000 Federal Employees
And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele speaks with Heritage Foundation President, Kevin Roberts, about Project 2025's plan to fire up to 50,000 federal government workers. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcas...
4m Jun 26, 2024
4m
A Journalist's Outlook on This Moment in History: With April Ryan
Michael Steele is joined by the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent in history, April Ryan. The pair discuss blending journalism and activism, the tribalism that exists in the country, the impact of Black women in politics and voting, a recent Twitter/X interaction between April and Matt Schlapp and who Donald Trump will choose as his Vice President. If you enjoyed this podc...
41m Jun 24, 2024
41m
Quick Take: We Almost Abolished the Electoral College. What Happened?
This is an excerpt from the full episode "Tyranny of the Minority: With Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky." Michael is joined by Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky, professors of government at Harvard University and the authors of "Tyranny of the Minority: Why American Democracy Reached the Breaking Point." They discuss what it means to be a party committed to democracy, how our constitution ...
17m Jun 22, 2024
17m
The Electability of the Next President of the United States: With Rick Ungar
Michael Steele is joined by Rick Ungar, his former co-host of Steele & Ungar and former host of the nationally syndicated Rick Ungar Show. The pair discuss the upcoming presidential debate, the potential impact of Trump's vice presidential choices, the Israel-Hamas conflict & the electability of Donald Trump and Joe Biden. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with...
55m Jun 17, 2024
55m
Quick Take: How Smart Phones Impacted Perceptions of Race
This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Argument for a Colorblind Society: With Coleman Hughes." Michael Steele speaks with Coleman Hughes about his new book, "The End of Race Politics: Arguments for a Colorblind America." The pair discuss the concept of colorblindness, its rejection by the political left, and the impact of race-based policies. They also touch on the importance of promot...
21m Jun 15, 2024
21m
Closing the Voting Turnout Gap (Barbershop)
Michael is joined by Louis Reed, Michelle Bishop and Susan Dzieduszycka-Suinat for a discussion on how to close the turnout gap for formerly incarcerated citizens, people with disabilities and overseas Americans and the obstacles that stand between them and the ballot box. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review or share this episode with a friend. Check out US Vote Foundation for more in...
1hr 14m Jun 11, 2024
1hr 14m