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Quick Take: Manchin Is The Point Man

Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar Show on 06-07-21. The pair discuss Joe Manchin's cooperation with Republicans.

Jun 8, 202110 min

The Exoneration Of The Central Park Five: With Guest Yusef Salaam

Michael Speaks with guest Yusef Salaam, who was one of the falsely accused central park five. Salaam talks about the American justice system in general, and about becoming better through an experience such as his. What happens to us does not define what happens inside. Salaam's new memoir is Better, Not Bitter: Living on Purpose in the Pursuit of Racial Justice.

Jun 3, 20211h 12m

Quick Take: The Candidate Running to Replace MTG

Michael speaks with Marcus Flowers, running against Marjorie Taylor Greene in the 14th Congressional District in Georgia. The two speak about Flowers' reasons for running.

May 31, 202111 min

Leaning Into Those Hard Things: With Guest Mike Hayes

Michael speaks with former Navy Seal Commander Mike Hayes. The two discuss Hayes' book "Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning". They discuss leadership, service, growth and strength.

May 28, 202144 min

Quick Take: Intellectually and Politically Prepared

Michael speaks with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson about the Biden administration's proposals on childcare.

May 27, 202112 min

You Have To Be Out Of Your D&mn Mind: With Guest Sophia Nelson

Michael speaks with Sophia Nelson about the radicalization of the Republican party which remains since Trump.

May 21, 202148 min

Quick Take: The Message Is A Lie

This is Michael's recent appearance on The Rick Ungar Show. The pair discuss the ouster of Liz Cheney.

May 17, 202110 min

Fixing the Hot Mess In Georgia: With Guest Marcus Flowers

Michael speaks with Marcus Flowers, running against Marjorie Taylor Greene in the 14th Congressional District in Georgia. The two speak about Flowers' reasons for running.

May 14, 202138 min

Quick Take: A More Diverse History

Michael speaks with guest Kimberly Jones. They reflect on the importance of a full understanding of our country's history in the pursuit of equity.

May 10, 202113 min

It's All About The Children: With Guest Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson

Michael speaks with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson about the Biden administration's proposals on childcare.

May 6, 202147 min

Quick Take: It'd Be Remarkable How Much Change We Could Make

Michael speaks with Nick Troiano about how to improve American voting systems.

May 4, 202112 min

Some Guy Gave a Speech: With Guest Rick Ungar

Michael speaks with fill-in guest Rick Ungar about president Biden's ambitious proposals, the idea of a fifteen dollar an hour minimum wage, whether we really need to be concerned about the federal deficit, and more.

Apr 30, 202159 min

Quick Take: This Is Happening Everywhere

Michael Speaks with Don Calloway about the effort to push back on voting rights across the nation.

Apr 26, 202112 min

Now We Can Begin To Fix This: With Guest Kimberly Jones

Michael speaks with guest Kimberly Jones about the Chauvin trial and it's repercussions. They reflect on the importance of a full understanding of our country's history in the pursuit of equity.

Apr 24, 202153 min

Quick Take: So That We Don't Have To Go Through This Again

Michael discusses his reaction to verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial.

Apr 21, 20218 min

Quick Take: It's Common Sense

Michael speaks with Kurt Bardella about the first crisis of the Biden administration with two mass shootings. Both are eager to see gun reform laws enacted, which are wildly popular across most segments of the American population.

Apr 19, 202111 min

Fixing the Electoral System: With Guest Nick Troiano

Michael speaks with Nick Troiano about how to improve American voting systems.

Apr 16, 202146 min

Quick Take: It Has Been Impressive

Michael and guest Bill Kristol discuss the first few months of the Biden administration and the ongoing challenges.

Apr 12, 202111 min

It Is Exactly As We See It: With Guest Don Calloway

Michael speaks with Don Calloway about Democratic political strategy, and the Chauvin trial.

Apr 9, 202157 min

Quick Take: A D@mn Good Job

Part 3 of Michael's recent appearance on The Rick Ungar Show. The pair discuss vaccination and Covid-19 economic relief efforts, the For The People Act and President Biden's first few months in office generally.

Apr 5, 202112 min

Derek Chauvin on Trial: With Guest Rick Ungar

Michael speaks with Rick Ungar about the Derek Chauvin trial. Then the pair talk about gun control, Biden's judicial picks and more.

Apr 1, 202159 min

Quick Take: You Do What You Got To Do

This is part two of Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar Show, in which they discuss immigration. The two contemplate the need for clear messaging and cooperation between nations on the issue.

Mar 30, 20218 min

Quick Take: Gun Control Is A 90% Issue

Michael reunited with Rick Ungar this week to talk about recent mass shootings and whether they will finally provide the impetus to get wildly popular gun control legislation passed.

Mar 26, 202111 min

That Put Up Or Shut Up Moment: With Guest Kurt Bardella

Michael speaks with Kurt Bardella about the first crisis of the Biden administration with two mass shootings this week. Both are eager to see gun reform laws enacted, which are wildly popular across most segments of the American people. And of course, we have some country music appreciation!

Mar 24, 20211h 2m

The Fever Hasn't Broken: With Guest Bill Kristol

Michael speaks with Guest Bill Kristol about the next steps for the Republican party and America post-Trump. How do we preserve and strengthen our Democracy?

Mar 19, 202157 min

Quick Take: Inside/Outside Perspective

Michael speaks with guest Shayla Harris about the history of black religious life in America.

Mar 16, 202116 min

Pushing Back On Crazy: With Guest Adam Kinzinger

Michael speaks with Congressman Adam Kinzinger. The two talk about what conservatism really means, and what the future of the party might look like.

Mar 12, 202130 min

Quick Take: Getting Everyone To The Table

Michael talks with Guest Tiffany Cross about the strong potential development of a third party in American politics. More broadly, how do things change whenever all people are at the table?

Mar 8, 202115 min

The Black Church, Black People Are Not a Monolith: With Guest Shayla Harris

Michael speaks with guest Shayla Harris about black religious life in America.

Mar 5, 202149 min

Quick Take: The Cr@ppiest Elevator Speech

Michael speaks with Guest Rosa Brooks about policing in America.

Mar 2, 202117 min

No Unity with Racists: With Guest Tiffany Cross

Michael has an honest conversation with Tiffany Cross about the difference between policy disagreement and racism. They can both respect calls for unity over the former, but not the latter.

Feb 24, 20211h 3m

Quick Take: Russia's New Asset

Listen along with Michael as Craig Unger tells the tale of Donald Trump's recruitment as a Russian asset. Craig is the author of American Kompromat, based on in-depth interviews with high-level sources in the KGB, CIA and FBI, among other thorough research.

Feb 23, 202115 min

Policing In America: With Guest Rosa Brooks

Michael speaks with Guest Rosa Brooks about policing in America. They also discuss the value of the country's diverse makeup.

Feb 19, 202155 min

Quick Take: Something Profound That We Have To Fix In This Country

Michael and guest Steve Schmidt talk about what has been revealed by Trumpism and the events of January 6th.

Feb 15, 202114 min

A Spy Story: With Guest Craig Unger

Listen along with Michael as Craig Unger tells the tale of Donald Trump's recruitment as a Russian asset. Craig is the author of American Kompromat, based on in-depth interviews with high-level sources in the KGB, CIA and FBI, among other thorough research.

Feb 12, 202146 min