The Michael Steele Podcast

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Once-Was-Lost-Search-America/dp/0316567698 Follow Don Lemon @donlemon Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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.

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 importance of acknowledging collective trauma and the need for action in the upcoming elections.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Who-Could-Ever-Love-You/dp/1250278473If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Mary Trump @MaryLTrumpFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 @rickungarFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastFollow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 friend!Follow Rick Ungar @rickungarFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Max @MaxBoot Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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/0871409445If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Max @MaxBootFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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: https://www.amazon.com/Making-Presidency-Precedents-Forged-Republic/dp/0197653847 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky @lmchervinsky Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 the first female president. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Making-Presidency-Precedents-Forged-Republic/dp/0197653847 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky @lmchervinsky Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 movement tried to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. Rachel describes how members of congress got involved in spreading Nazi propaganda, how Henry Ford spread anti-Semitism throughout the U.S and Germany and the figures who made sure we saved ourselves from ourselves.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Prequel-American-Fight-Against-Fascism/dp/0593444515If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Rachel Maddow @maddowFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastFollow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 toward an alliance with the Nazis. Rachel describes how members of congress got involved in spreading Nazi propaganda, how Henry Ford spread anti-Semitism throughout the U.S and Germany and the figures who made sure we saved ourselves from ourselves. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Prequel-American-Fight-Against-Fascism/dp/0593444515 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rachel Maddow @maddow Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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!Follow Sophia Nelson @IAmSophiaNelsonFollow Dr. Jason Johnson @DrJasonJohnsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastFollow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 proud of their successful female partners.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Sophia Nelson @IAmSophiaNelsonFollow Dr. Jason Johnson @DrJasonJohnsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 book here: https://www.amazon.com/Autocracy-Inc-Dictators-Want-World/dp/0385549938 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 importance of civic engagement in preserving democracy. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Autocracy-Inc-Dictators-Want-World/dp/0385549938If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaumFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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" statement and the impact of the disastrous NABJ-Trump interview.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Molly Jong Fast @MollyJongFastFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastFollow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Molly Jong Fast @MollyJongFastFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

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, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. @esglaudeFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 brokenness. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. @esglaudeFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dahlia Lithwick @DahlialithwickFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 changing the Supreme Court. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dahlia Lithwick @DahlialithwickFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 discuss internet trolls, the empathy and masculinity of Donald Trump and how he branded his assassination attempt.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Elle Reeve @elspethreeveFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastFollow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

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 thoughts and ideologies. Plus, what it's like confronting white supremacists face-to-face and how young people get sucked into extremist movements.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Elle Reeve @elspethreeveFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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_HartmannFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 friend!Follow Thom Hartmann @Thom_HartmannFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Rick Wilson @TheRickWilsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 review or share it with a friend! Follow Rick Wilson @TheRickWilson Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

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 @steele_podcast

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

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.amazon.com/Year-Living-Constitutionally-Constitutions-Original/dp/0593136748If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow A.J. Jacobs @ajjacobsFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 a review or share this episode with a friend.Check out US Vote Foundation for more information: https://www.usvotefoundation.org/ Voting Rights Restoration Guide - https://www.usvotefoundation.org/voting-rights-restoration - Voters with Disabilities Guide - https://www.usvotefoundation.org/disabled-voter-guide - Overseas Vote - https://www.overseasvotefoundation.org/ - You're Eligible Situations - https://www.us.vote/yes Follow Louis: @LouislReedFollow Michelle: @MichelleVotesFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow April Ryan @AprilDRyanFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 makes us vulnerable to minority rule, reforming the electoral college and the "semi-loyalists" who play a role in harming our democracy.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Tyranny-Minority-American-Democracy-Breaking/dp/0593443071If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Daniel Ziblatt: @dziblattFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 a friend!Follow Rick Ungar @rickungarFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 promoting meritocracy and how technology has influenced perceptions of race.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/End-Race-Politics-Arguments-Colorblind/dp/0593332458If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Coleman Hughes @coldxmanFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 information: https://www.usvotefoundation.org/ Voting Rights Restoration Guide - https://www.usvotefoundation.org/voting-rights-restoration Voters with Disabilities Guide - https://www.usvotefoundation.org/disabled-voter-guide Overseas Vote - https://www.overseasvotefoundation.org/ You're Eligible Situations - https://www.us.vote/yes Follow Louis: @LouislReedFollow Michelle: @MichelleVotesFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Lessons on Love, Politics and History: With Doris Kearns Goodwin."Michael Steele speaks with historian, Pulitzer Prize winner and best-selling author, Doris Kearns Goodwin. The pair discuss Doris' latest book, "An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s," which explores the personal journey of Doris and her late husband, Richard "Dick" Goodwin, as they delve into the 300 boxes of documents from the 1960s that they had collected. Michael and Doris discuss the idealism and challenges of the 1960s, Doris and Dick's love story, the impact of Lyndon Johnson on American history, the current state of American democracy, and the importance of voting rights.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Unfinished-Love-Story-Personal-History/dp/1982108665If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Doris Kearns Goodwin @DorisKGoodwinFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

And now, for a moment of clarity...Michael Steele discusses the Biden-Harris campaign’s new national organizing program to strengthen Black voter support.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 @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "A Moderate Approach: With Adam Epstein."Michael Steele speaks with Tony Award-winning retired Broadway producer turned moderate podcast host, Adam Epstein. The pair discuss the upcoming presidential election, polarization in politics and the need for a more moderate approach. Plus, Israel and Palestine and the protests on college campuses.Check out "Dirty Moderate with Adam Epstein" https://dirtymoderate.substack.com/podcastIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Adam Epstein on Instagram/Threads: @therealadamepsteinFollow Dirty Moderate on X: @dirty_moderateFollow Michael Steele on X: @MichaelSteeleFollow Michael Steele on Instagram/Threads: @chairman_steeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Bakari Sellers about his new book, "The Moment: Thoughts on the Race Reckoning That Wasn't and How We All Can Move Forward Now." They discuss the untapped power of Black men in America.Check out "The Moment" here: https://www.amazon.com/Moment-Thoughts-Reckoning-Wasnt-Forward/dp/006308502XIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Bakari Sellers @Bakari_SellersFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 promoting meritocracy and how technology has influenced perceptions of race.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/End-Race-Politics-Arguments-Colorblind/dp/0593332458If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Coleman Hughes @coldxmanFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "When They Go Low: With Roland Martin." Michael Steele speaks with Roland Martin, commentator and host of Roland Martin Unfiltered. The pair discuss the changing landscape of media, the future of broadcasting and the importance of understanding the business and adapting to new technologies. They also discuss the Trump trial, the relationship between Black men and Trump and whether Black people identify with him due to shared experiences with the criminal justice system. Check out Roland's daily show here: https://www.youtube.com/user/rolandsmartin If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Roland Martin @rolandsmartin Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with historian, Pulitzer Prize winner and best-selling author, Doris Kearns Goodwin. The pair discuss Doris' latest book, "An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s," which explores the personal journey of Doris and her late husband, Richard "Dick" Goodwin, as they delve into the 300 boxes of documents from the 1960s that they had collected. Michael and Doris discuss the idealism and challenges of the 1960s, Doris and Dick's love story, the impact of Lyndon Johnson on American history, the current state of American democracy, and the importance of voting rights.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Unfinished-Love-Story-Personal-History/dp/1982108665If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Doris Kearns Goodwin @DorisKGoodwinFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

And now, for a moment of clarity... Michael Steele discusses Trump's refusal to accept the results of the 2020 election and that if he loses in 2024 it won't be because the system is corrupt. 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

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Fall of the Republican Party: With Chris Vance."Michael Steele speaks with former Washington State Party Chairman, Chris Vance about his new book, "The Fall of the Shining City: What Happened to the Republican Party. Why it Happened. And What Must Happen Now to Save American Democracy.” The pair discuss third parties and creating a new faction of the GOP, whether or not the GOP will return to being a party of Reagan and where the party goes moving forward.Check out "The Fall of the Shining City" here: https://www.amazon.com/Fall-Shining-City-Republican-Happened/dp/B0CW2LVM1CIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Chris Vance @ChrisVance123Follow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast