The Michael Steele Podcast

Michael Steele speaks with former fighter pilot and NASA astronaut, Terry Virts. The pair discuss the International Space Station and crew dynamics amidst international war, Ukraine, STEM education in the U.S, space tourism and the extraterrestrial. Check out Terry's latest book here: https://www.amazon.com/Astronauts-Guide-Leaving-Planet-Everything/dp/1523514566If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Terry Virts @AstroTerryFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "How Guns Radicalized America: With Ryan Busse."Ryan Busse once helped build one of the world's most iconic gun companies. Today, he's shining a light on how the gun industry radicalized America. Ryan speaks with Michael Steele about how the gun industry and the NRA have impacted American culture, why gun control laws don't pass, what role the GOP plays in protecting the Second Amendment and the importance of speaking truth to bullshit.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out Ryan's book, "Gunfight: My Battle Against the Industry that Radicalized America," here: https://www.amazon.com/Gunfight-Against-Industry-Radicalized-America/dp/1541768736Follow Ryan Busse @ryandbusseFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is Part II of Michael's conversation with Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum. Tiffany, Angela and Andrew discuss the intention behind their new podcast, Native Land Pod and have a nuanced discussion on whether or not to engage with Black people considering casting their ballot for Trump. The script flips and Michael is interviewed on his role with the Tea Party, GOP and MAGA today, including his "Fire Pelosi" campaign and whether he regrets it. Angela's parents make a couple of cameos, too.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review or share this episode with a friend. Check out Native Land Pod and ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Tiffany @TiffanyDCrossFollow Angela: @angela_ryeFollow Andrew: @andrewgillumFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael is joined by Tiffany Cross, Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum. Tiffany, Angela and Andrew discuss the intention behind their new podcast, Native Land Pod and have a nuanced discussion on whether or not to engage with Black people considering casting their ballot for Trump. The script flips and Michael is interviewed on his role with the Tea Party, GOP and MAGA today, including his "Fire Pelosi" campaign and whether he regrets it. Angela's parents make a couple of cameos, too.Part II of this episode drops Saturday, March 23rd.If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review or share this episode with a friend.Check out Native Land Pod and ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Tiffany @TiffanyDCrossFollow Angela: @angela_ryeFollow Andrew: @andrewgillumFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

And now, for a moment of clarity...Michael Steele answers the question of how he can be a Republican and still vote for Joe Biden.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 Truth Doesn't Please Everybody, and That's Okay: With Larry Wilmore."Michael Steele speaks with Larry Wilmore, Emmy Award winner and television producer, comedian and writer. The pair discuss Trump's sneakers and relationship with the Black community, how our culture is reflected in music, television and film, discussing uncomfortable topics about race, Jon Stewart's return to The Daily Show and the importance of showing vulnerability amidst facing fears.Check out Larry's podcast, "Larry Wilmore: Black on the Air" here: https://www.theringer.com/larry-wilmore-black-on-airIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Larry Wilmore @larrywilmoreFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

And now, for a moment of clarity...Michael Steele discusses Ronna McDaniel's so called call for "uniity."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 speaks with Dr. Phil about his new book, "We've Got Issues: How You Can Stand Strong for America’s Soul and Sanity." The pair discuss the decline of religion's influence on society, preparing children and students for the world, the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on society and the importance of speaking up for what you believe in. Check out "We've Got Issues" here: https://www.amazon.com/Weve-Got-Issues-Strong-Americas/dp/1668061708 Dr. Phil Primetime will premiere on April 2, 2024 @ 8PM EST on Merit Street Media. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Dr. Phil @DrPhil 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 Biden's State of the Union address and Senator Katie Britt's response. Plus, Nikki Haley's exit from the presidential race and Viktor Orbán's meeting with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Power of Poor Voters: With Bishop William J. Barber II."Michael Steele speaks with Bishop William J. Barber II, Co-Chair of the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call For Moral Revival. The pair discuss the moral failing of poverty— how it's the fourth leading cause of death in America and how mobilizing poor voters could transform elections in America.Check out The Poor People's Campaign here: https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Bishop Barber @RevDrBarberFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This is a reupload of an episode that originally aired 4/26/23. Ryan Busse once helped build one of the world's most iconic gun companies. Today, he's shining a light on how the gun industry radicalized America. Ryan speaks with Michael Steele about how the gun industry and the NRA have impacted American culture, why gun control laws don't pass, what role the GOP plays in protecting the Second Amendment and the importance of speaking truth to bullshit. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Check out Ryan's book, "Gunfight: My Battle Against the Industry that Radicalized America," here: https://www.amazon.com/Gunfight-Against-Industry-Radicalized-America/dp/1541768736 Follow Ryan Busse @ryandbusse Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Hope Needs Help: With Tavis Smiley."Michael Steele speaks with Tavis Smiley, entrepreneur, broadcaster, best-selling author, and host of Tavis Smiley, airing weekdays from 9am-12pmPT on KBLA Talk 1580. The pair discuss the impact of talk radio on politics and the importance of Black and independent radio. Plus, what listeners care about leading up to 2024, how Black men view the election and becoming a nation as good as its promise.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tavis Smiley @tavissmileyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Larry Wilmore, Emmy Award winner and television producer, comedian and writer. The pair discuss Trump's sneakers and relationship with the Black community, how our culture is reflected in music, television and film, discussing uncomfortable topics about race, Jon Stewart's return to The Daily Show and the importance of showing vulnerability amidst facing fears.Check out Larry's podcast, "Larry Wilmore: Black on the Air" here: https://www.theringer.com/larry-wilmore-black-on-airIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Larry Wilmore @larrywilmoreFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Beating Republicans at Their Own Game: With Rachel Bitecofer."Michael Steele speaks with Rachel Bitecofer, author of "HIT ‘EM WHERE IT HURTS: How to Save Democracy by Beating Republicans at Their Own Game." The pair discuss what helped Democrats in the midterms in 2022, the art of branding "freedom" and how Dems can incorporate stronger, emotional messaging to win in 2024.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Hit-Where-Hurts-Democracy-Republicans/dp/0593727142If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Rachel Bitecofer @RachelBitecoferFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Bishop William J. Barber II, Co-Chair of the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call For Moral Revival. The pair discuss the moral failing of poverty— how it's the fourth leading cause of death in America and how mobilizing poor voters could transform elections in America. Check out The Poor People's Campaign here: https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/ If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Bishop Barber @RevDrBarber Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "How Populist Rebels Changed Politics: With Joshua Green."Michael Steele speaks with best-selling author Joshua Green about his new book, "The Rebels: Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the Struggle for a New American Politics." The pair discuss how the populist movement emerged from the 2008 financial crisis and led to the rise of Warren, Bernie and AOC. They also discuss how the populist movement helped get Trump elected in 2016 and what it might mean for 2024.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Rebels-Elizabeth-Alexandria-Ocasio-Cortez-Struggle-ebook/dp/B082H2KYG3If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Joshua Greene @JoshuaGreenFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Tavis Smiley, entrepreneur, broadcaster, best-selling author, and host of Tavis Smiley, airing weekdays from 9am-12pmPT on KBLA Talk 1580. The pair discuss the impact of talk radio on politics and the importance of Black and independent radio. Plus, what listeners care about leading up to 2024, how Black men view the election and becoming a nation as good as its promise.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tavis Smiley @tavissmileyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "America Is Not What It Promised to Be: With Politics Girl."Michael Steele is joined by Leigh McGowan, also known as PoliticsGirl. They discuss the American Dream and framing politics in a way that everyone can understand.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Politics Girl @IAmPoliticsGirlFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Rachel Bitecofer, author of "HIT ‘EM WHERE IT HURTS: How to Save Democracy by Beating Republicans at Their Own Game." The pair discuss what helped Democrats in the midterms in 2022, the art of branding "freedom" and how Dems can incorporate stronger, emotional messaging to win in 2024.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Hit-Where-Hurts-Democracy-Republicans/dp/0593727142If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Rachel Bitecofer @RachelBitecoferFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Right Has Drastically Changed Over Time: With Tina Nguyen." Michael Steele speaks with Tina Nguyen, author of The MAGA Diaries: My Surreal Adventures Inside the Right-Wing (And How I Got Out), about how the right and left are structured different from the fundamentals, working for Tucker Carlson, and her unique experiences as a conservative woman of color. Check out the book here:https://www.amazon.com/MAGA-Diaries-Surreal-Adventures-Right-Wing/dp/198218969X If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Tina Nguyen @tina_nguyen Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with best-selling author Joshua Green about his new book, "The Rebels: Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the Struggle for a New American Politics." The pair discuss how the populist movement emerged from the 2008 financial crisis and led to the rise of Warren, Bernie and AOC. They also discuss how the populist movement helped get Trump elected in 2016 and what it might mean for 2024. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Rebels-Elizabeth-Alexandria-Ocasio-Cortez-Struggle-ebook/dp/B082H2KYG3 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Joshua Greene @JoshuaGreen Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Weekend on MSNBC: With Alicia Menendez and Symone Sanders-Townsend."Michael Steele speaks with Alicia Menendez and Symone Sanders-Townsend, his co-hosts of the new MSNBC show, The Weekend, premiering Saturday, January 13th at 8amET.The trio discuss Nikki Haley omitting slavery as the cause of the Civil War and the minds of voters heading into 2024The Weekend, hosted by Alicia Menendez, Symone Sanders-Townsend and Michael Steele, premieres Saturday, January 13, just two days before the consequential Iowa caucuses. The new program will air 8am to 10am ET on Saturdays and Sundays.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Alicia Menendez @AliciaMenendezFollow Symone Sanders-Townsend @SymoneDSandersFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Who's On America's Side?: With Steve Schmidt"Michael Steele speaks with Steve Schmidt about how the disruptions that occurred in 2023 will shape 2024, the messaging of the Biden Administration and Democratic challengers such as Dean Philips.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Steve Schmidt @SteveSchmidtSESFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Tina Nguyen, author of The MAGA Diaries: My Surreal Adventures Inside the Right-Wing (And How I Got Out), about how the right and left are structured different from the fundamentals, working for Tucker Carlson, and her unique experiences as a conservative woman of color.Check out the book here:https://www.amazon.com/MAGA-Diaries-Surreal-Adventures-Right-Wing/dp/198218969XIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tina Nguyen @tina_nguyenFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Giving Democracy Meaning: With George Takei [Rebroadcast]"Michael speaks with George Takei about his American journey, from living in a U.S concentration camp as a child, to his interest in democracy as a teenager and his activism as an adult. The pair discuss George Takei's graphic memoir, "They Called Us Enemy," the importance of educating young Japanese-Americans about their history, and how science fiction often reflects our humanity and ability to advance as a society.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/They-Called-Enemy-George-Takei/dp/1603094504If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow George Takei @GeorgeTakeiFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastNote: This episode was originally released in January 2022.

Michael Steele speaks with Alicia Menendez and Symone Sanders-Townsend, his co-hosts of the new MSNBC show, The Weekend, premiering this Saturday, January 13th at 8amET.The trio discuss their reaction to getting the call to host a new weekend show together, how their personalities balance each other's voices and what The Weekend will look like as a show. They also discuss Nikki Haley omitting slavery as the cause of the Civil War, Elise Stefanik calling jailed January 6th rioters “hostages” and the minds of voters heading into 2024The Weekend, hosted by Alicia Menendez, Symone Sanders-Townsend and Michael Steele, premieres Saturday, January 13, just two days before the consequential Iowa caucuses. The new program will air 8am to 10am ET on Saturdays and Sundays.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Alicia Menendez @AliciaMenendezFollow Symone Sanders-Townsend @SymoneDSandersFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Steve Schmidt about how the disruptions that occurred in 2023 will shape 2024, the messaging of the Biden Administration and Democratic challengers such as Dean Philips.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Steve Schmidt @SteveSchmidtSESFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Evangelicals in the Age of Political Extremism: With Tim Alberta."Michael Steele speaks with best-selling author Tim Alberta about his new book, "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism." The pair discuss how Christian values in America have become enmeshed in MAGA politics, how the purpose of the church has been misinterpreted, what Tim observed on the American Restoration Tour and what being a Christian means to him.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Power-Glory-Evangelicals-Extremism/dp/006322688XIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tim Alberta @TimAlbertaFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "America's Descent into Dysfunction: With Adam Kinzinger." Michael speaks with former Congressman Adam Kinzinger. Adam discusses serving on the January 6th Committee despite initially not wanting to, the leadership he witnessed on both the left and right, putting country over party and the news of Kevin McCarthy leaving office. Check out Adam's book, "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country," here: https://www.amazon.com/Renegade-Defending-Democracy-Liberty-Divided/dp/0593654161 Check out Adam's organization, Country First: https://www.country1st.com/about If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Adam Kinzinger @AdamKinzinger Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This episode was originally released in January 2022.Michael speaks with George Takei about his American journey, from living in a U.S concentration camp as a child, to his interest in democracy as a teenager and his activism as an adult. The pair discuss George Takei's graphic memoir, "They Called Us Enemy," the importance of educating young Japanese-Americans about their history, and how science fiction often reflects our humanity and ability to advance as a society.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/They-Called-Enemy-George-Takei/dp/1603094504If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow George Takei @GeorgeTakeiFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, Why We Did It: With Tim Miller, which originally aired in July 2022.Tim Miller joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "Why We Did It: A Travelogue from the Republican Road to Hell." The pair discuss what it takes to be a player in "The Game," Tim's time working with Reince Priebus at the RNC and the kinds of Republicans involved in the transition to Trumpism, from "Little Mixers" like Chris Christie, to "Nerd-Revengers" like Sean Spicer.Check out the book here:https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Did-Travelogue-Republican/dp/0063161478If you like this podcast, give us a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tim Miller @TimodcFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with best-selling author Tim Alberta about his new book, "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism." The pair discuss how Christian values in America have become enmeshed in MAGA politics, how the purpose of the church has been misinterpreted, what Tim observed on the American Restoration Tour and what being a Christian means to him.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Power-Glory-Evangelicals-Extremism/dp/006322688XIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tim Alberta @TimAlbertaFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Protecting What Is Human in Artificial Intelligence: With Dr. Joy Buolamwini."Michael speaks with MIT researcher Dr. Joy Buolamwini about her book, "Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What Is Human in a World of Machines." The pair discuss who holds the power within AI and tech and how AI creates algorithmic biases, the impact of AI in elections, the consequences of facial identification and the ousting of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Unmasking-AI-Mission-Protect-Machines/dp/0593241835If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dr. Joy Buolamwini @jovialjoyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with former Congressman Adam Kinzinger. Adam discusses serving on the January 6th Committee despite initially not wanting to, the leadership he witnessed on both the left and right, putting country over party and the news of Kevin McCarthy leaving office. Check out Adam's book, "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country," here: https://www.amazon.com/Renegade-Defending-Democracy-Liberty-Divided/dp/0593654161 Check out Adam's organization, Country First: https://www.country1st.com/about If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Adam Kinzinger @AdamKinzinger Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Trump Trial, Supreme Court 'Ethics' & Thanksgiving Table Conversation: With Tom Nichols, Elie Mystal and Glenn Kirschner." Michael is joined by Tom Nichols, Elie Mystal and Glenn Kirschner for a barbershop discussion on current events and politics. They discuss why Democrats are better off without Joe Manchin, how Trump passed the line into fascism and what the Supreme Court "Code of Ethics" really means. If you enjoyed stopping by the barbershop, leave a review or share this episode with a friend! Tom Nichols is a staff writer at The Atlantic and a professor emeritus of national-security affairs at the U.S. Naval War College. He writes about international security, nuclear weapons, Russia, and the challenges to democracy in the United States and around the world. Elie Mystal is The Nation’s justice correspondent and the host of its legal podcast, “Contempt of Court.” He is the author of the New York Times bestseller “Allow Me to Retort: A Black Guy’s Guide to the Constitution.” Glenn Kirschner is a former federal prosecutor with 30 years of trial experience. He served in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia for 24 years. He hosts “Justice Matters with Glenn Kirschner." Follow Tom @RadioFreeTom Follow Elie: @ElieNYC Follow Glenn: @glennkirschner2 Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This episode originally aired in July 2022.Tim Miller joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "Why We Did It: A Travelogue from the Republican Road to Hell." The pair discuss what it takes to be a player in "The Game," Tim's time working with Reince Priebus at the RNC, the struggle of compartmentalizing being a gay man and being a Republican and the kinds of Republicans involved in the transition to Trumpism, from "Messiahs" and "Little Mixers" like Chris Christie, to "Nerd-Revengers" like Sean Spicer.Check out the book here:https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Did-Travelogue-Republican/dp/0063161478If you like this podcast, give us a review or share it with a friend!Follow Tim Miller @TimodcFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "We've Been Here Before– America's Fight Against Fascism: With Rachel Maddow."Michael speaks with Rachel Maddow about her new 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 the unsung heroes of that period– those 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_podcast

Michael speaks with MIT researcher Dr. Joy Buolamwini about her book, "Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What Is Human in a World of Machines." The pair discuss who holds the power within AI and tech and how AI creates algorithmic biases, the impact of AI in elections, the consequences of facial identification and the ousting of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Unmasking-AI-Mission-Protect-Machines/dp/0593241835If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Dr. Joy Buolamwini @jovialjoyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "One Year Until the Election: With Jennifer Horn."One year out until the 2024 presidential election, Michael Steele speaks with former New Hampshire GOP chairwoman, Jennifer Horn. The pair discuss the polls showing Biden losing to Trump in swing states and whether his approach to the Israel/Hamas war will cost him Gen Z voters.Check out Jennifer's podcast, "Is It Just Me, or Have We All Lost Our Minds?"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-it-just-me-or-have-we-all-lost-our-minds/id1689286516If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Jennifer Horn @NHJenniferFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael is joined by Tom Nichols, Elie Mystal and Glenn Kirschner for a barbershop discussion on current events and politics. They discuss the Trump trial and why he's gotten away with as much as he has, how Trump passed the line into fascism, what the Supreme Court "Code of Ethics" really means and how to reason and converse with family members this Thanksgiving.If you enjoyed stopping by the barbershop, leave a review or share this episode with a friend!Tom Nichols is a staff writer at The Atlantic and a professor emeritus of national-security affairs at the U.S. Naval War College. He writes about international security, nuclear weapons, Russia, and the challenges to democracy in the United States and around the world.Elie Mystal is The Nation’s justice correspondent and the host of its legal podcast, “Contempt of Court.” He is the author of the New York Times bestseller “Allow Me to Retort: A Black Guy’s Guide to the Constitution.”Glenn Kirschner is a former federal prosecutor with 30 years of trial experience. He served in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia for 24 years. He hosts “Justice Matters with Glenn Kirschner."Follow Tom @RadioFreeTomFollow Elie: @ElieNYCFollow Glenn: @glennkirschner2Follow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Future Is Unwritten: With Heather Cox Richardson."Michael speaks with historian Heather Cox Richardson about her new book, "Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America." The pair discuss Christian conservatism, how the culture wars of the '90s set the tone for today and the role Biden's presidency has played in awakening democracy.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Democracy-Awakening-Notes-State-America-ebook/dp/B0BT4QFZRCAnd her Substack newsletter here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Heather Cox Richardson @HC_RichardsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with Rachel Maddow about her new 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_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Finding A Different Angle: With Roy Wood Jr." Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins The Michael Steele Podcast. Roy talks about how he approached the roast at the 2023 White House Correspondents' Dinner and what it's like doing stand up in the age of cancel culture. Roy Wood Jr.'s live standup tour, “Happy to Be Here” is happening now across the U.S and Canada. Check out the full list of dates here: https://www.roywoodjr.com/ Follow Roy Wood Jr. @roywoodjr Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

One year out until the 2024 presidential election, Michael Steele speaks with former New Hampshire GOP chairwoman, Jennifer Horn. The pair discuss the polls showing Biden losing to Trump in swing states and whether his approach to the Israel/Hamas war will cost him Gen Z voters, Nikki Haley's approach at the third GOP debates, the cost of abandoning Ukraine and what Mike Johnson being elected Speaker of the House means for the future of our country and white Christian nationalism.Check out Jennifer's podcast, "Is It Just Me, or Have We All Lost Our Minds?" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-it-just-me-or-have-we-all-lost-our-minds/id1689286516If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Jennifer Horn @NHJenniferFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Disrupting the Status Quo: With Marianne Williamson."Michael speaks with 2024 Democratic candidate for president, Marianne Williamson. The pair discuss the importance of revisiting the Declaration of Independence and Marianne's Economic Bill of Rights, which includes the right to a cost-free higher education.Check out Marianne's campaign: https://marianne2024.com/If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Marianne: @marwilliamsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with historian Heather Cox Richardson about her new book, "Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America." The pair discuss Lincoln Republicanism, how the culture wars of the '90s set the tone for today and the role Biden's presidency has played in awakening democracy. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Democracy-Awakening-Notes-State-America-ebook/dp/B0BT4QFZRC And her Substack newsletter here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Heather Cox Richardson @HC_Richardson Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "Palestine, Israel, and Politics vs. War: With Rick Ungar."Michael Steele speaks with Rick Ungar, former co-host of SiriusXM's Steele & Ungar, about choosing a new Speaker of the House, whether or not Michael would accept the role if offered and how the No Labels and Bobby F. Kennedy Jr. campaigns will impact the 2024 election.

This episode was originally published in May of 2023. Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins The Michael Steele Podcast. Roy talks about how he approaches a roast, what being considered as the next host of The Daily Show means to him and what it's like doing stand up in the age of cancel culture. Roy also discusses hosting the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the jokes that didn't make it, and what he was up against performing for the audience. Roy Wood Jr.'s live standup tour, “Happy to Be Here” is happening now across the U.S and Canada. Check out the full list of dates here: https://www.roywoodjr.com/ Follow Roy Wood Jr. @roywoodjr Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 reforming the electoral college and what it means to be a party committed to democracy. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Tyranny-Minority-American-Democracy-Breaking/dp/0593443071 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Daniel Ziblatt: @dziblatt Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with 2024 Democratic candidate for president, Marianne Williamson. The pair discuss the mindset of the average American, the role the DNC should be playing in the 2024 election, how she's rising in the polls with the Gen Z voters she's reached through TikTok, how her campaign has changed since 2020 and the tragedies occurring in Israel and Palestine. Check out Marianne's campaign: https://marianne2024.com/If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Marianne: @marwilliamsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast