The Michael Steele Podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Inside the Voter's Mind: With Sarah Longwell."Michael Steele is joined by Sarah Longwell, President of Longwell Partners & Republican Accountability PAC, publisher of The Bulwark and host of The Focus Group Podcast. The pair discuss the mindset of the current voter and Sarah gives her advice to Democrats, including how they should be campaigning and changing their narrative. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Sarah Lonwell @SarahLongwell25Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele is joined by Rick Ungar, former host of the Rick Ungar show and former co-host of Steele & Ungar, to discuss current events in Israel and Palestine, how they compare to the war in Ukraine, actions from politicians such as Biden, and then shift to discussing the new Speaker of the House.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 "Laughing at Politics: With Al Franken." Michael Steele is joined by bestselling author, comedian and former Minnesota Senator, Al Franken. The pair discuss how our current politics has brought out the worst in people, the various ways "fake news" permeates our culture, the current state of the Senate and the "alternative facts" of the Trump administration. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Al Franken @alfranken, but more importantly, check out The Al Franken Podcast. 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 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

Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy.Michael discusses Kevin McCarthy's ousting, what the Democrats should do with this moment and how damn good Republicans are at taking out their Republican Speakers.Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode, "When Democracy Falls: With Tom Nichols"Michael Steele is joined by Atlantic writer and national-security affairs professor emeritus, Tom Nichols to discuss what the fall of democracy will look like and how Trump delivers on his promises.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Tom @RadioFreeTomFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele is joined by Sarah Longwell, President of Longwell Partners & Republican Accountability PAC, publisher of The Bulwark and host of The Focus Group Podcast. The pair discuss the mindset of the current voter, how third parties will hurt the next election, the cesspool that was the second GOP debate, who Trump would pick as VP and how the government shutdown will impact both Republicans and Democrats.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Sarah Lonwell @SarahLongwell25Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "Turning Toward Each Other, Not On Each Other: With Karen Hunter."Karen Hunter speaks with Michael Steele about seeing the human in each other, how the word "woke" has evolved and Michael's time as Chairman of the Republican National Committee.Karen Hunter is a best-selling author, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and the host of The Karen Hunter Show on Sirius XM Urban View Channel 126, which airs M-F from 3-6pmET.If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts!Follow Karen @karenhunterFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele is joined by bestselling author, comedian and former Minnesota Senator, Al Franken. The pair discuss how our current politics has brought out the worst in people, the various ways "fake news" permeates our culture, the current state of the Senate, the role of satire in politics, the WGA strikes and Lauren Boebert's infamous theatre date. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Al Franken @alfranken, but more importantly, check out The Al Franken Podcast. Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele is joined by Atlantic writer and national-security affairs professor emeritus, Tom Nichols. The pair discuss what the fall of democracy will look like, Kevin McCarthy's impeachment inquiry into Biden, what Mitt Romney's retirement means for the state of the GOP and the continued significance of Ukraine.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Tom @RadioFreeTomFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "The Pepperoni Pizza Of Politics: With Jen Psaki, Don Calloway, and Tim Miller" pod.fo/e/1e9c1eThe GOP Debate has left a lot of unsolved questions about the 2024 election, Trump's future, and what it all means for the Republican party. We're joined by Jen Psaki, political analyst and former government official, Don Calloway, attorney and politician, and Tim Miller, political consultant, for an insightful lineup.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Jen Psaki @jrpsakiFollow Don Calloway @dcstlagainFollow Tim Miller @TimodcFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Loneliness of the Black Republican: With Leah Wright Rigueur."Leah Wright Rigueur, Associate Professor of History at Johns Hopkins University and the author of the award-winning book, “The Loneliness of the Black Republican: Pragmatic Politics and the Pursuit of Power," discusses how efforts have (and haven't) been made to attract Black voters to the Republican party.Check out Leah's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Loneliness-Black-Republican-Pragmatic-Politics/dp/0691173648If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Leah @LeahRigueurFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This episode was originally published in September of 2022.Dana Milbank joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "The Destructionists: The Twenty-Five Year Crack-Up of the Republican Party." The pair discuss how the GOP has been deteriorating long before Trump, and the roles Republican members have played in it, from Newt Gingrich to Sarah Palin. They also discuss "the great replacement theory," and where the GOP is headed.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Destructionists-Twenty-Five-Crack-Up-Republican-Party/dp/0385548133If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating on Apple Podcasts!Be sure to follow Dana on Twitter @Milbank, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Art of Debate: With Mehdi Hasan."Mehdi Hasan speaks with Michael Steele about the art of debate. The pair discuss the importance of knowing your audience, showing receipts and coming prepared. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out Mehdi’s book, “Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking” here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250853479/wineveryargumentFollow Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhassanFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

The GOP Debate has left a lot of unsolved questions about the 2024 election, Trump's future, and what it all means for the Republican party. We're joined by Jen Psaki, political analyst and former government official, Don Calloway, attorney and politician, and Tim Miller, political consultant, for an insightful lineup. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Jen Psaki @jrpsakiFollow Don Calloway @dcstlagainFollow Tim Miller @Timodc Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the 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 current state of the GOP and break down the Republican candidates running for president in 2024.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

Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy.Michael discusses last night's Republican presidential debates and Trump's status within the party despite not attending the debate. He analyzes the performances of the GOP candidates at the debate, and what the tension between Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley means for the future of the party.Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

How has Black Republicanism evolved throughout American history and what has (or hasn't) been done to attract Black voters to the party? Michael Steele speaks with Leah Wright Rigueur, Associate Professor of History at Johns Hopkins University and the author of the award-winning book, “The Loneliness of the Black Republican: Pragmatic Politics and the Pursuit of Power.” The pair discuss the transactional nature of Black Republicanism, celebrity endorsements by Black Republicans, Jackie Robinson and the notion of the "militant Black Republican."Check out Leah's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Loneliness-Black-Republican-Pragmatic-Politics/dp/0691173648If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Leah @LeahRigueurFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "They're Not Gonna Beat Trump: With Rick Wilson."Michael speaks with infamous ad-maker, Lincoln Project co-founder and Republican strategist, Rick Wilson about where the 2024 presidential election is headed and what creating a center-right political party would look like. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend.Follow Rick @TheRickWilsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This episode was originally published in May 2023. Michael Steele speaks with Mary Trump about the psychology of America, what prompted our cultural rot and the psychology behind the crazy that we're experiencing in our country, both pre and post Donald Trump's presidency.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Mary Trump @MaryLTrumpFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode " The Everyday People of Politics: With JoJo From Jerz."Michael speaks with social media phenomenon Joanne Carducci, AKA JoJoFromJerz. The pair discuss MTG's unintentional endorsement of Joe Biden and where the country is headed due to Trump's presidency.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Jo @JoJoFromJerzFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele is joined by Leigh McGowan, also known as PoliticsGirl. They discuss the American Dream, framing politics in a way that everyone can understand, the current state of the GOP, Ohio's special election and reforming the Supreme Court. 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

This is an excerpt from the episode "Blowback: With Miles Taylor."Michael Steele speaks with Miles Taylor about his new book, "Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump." Miles discusses his takeaway from blowing the whistle on Trump as a White House insider, the current Republican agenda and what a Trump 2.0 would look like.Check out Miles' book here: https://www.amazon.com/Blowback-Warning-Save-Democracy-Trump-ebook/dp/B0BHTL7ZYNIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Miles @MilesTaylorUSAFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with infamous ad-maker, Lincoln Project co-founder and Republican strategist, Rick Wilson. The pair discuss DeSantis' brand, the grave he's digging himself into and where the 2024 presidential election is headed. They also review recent Lincoln Project ads and discuss Mitch McConnell's health.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend.Follow Rick @TheRickWilsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "Conveying America's Racist History Through Comics: With Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Joel Christian Gill."Michael is joined by Dr. Ibram X Kendi and Joel Christian Gill, the author and illustrator of the graphic novel, "Stamped from the Beginning: A Graphic History of Racist Ideas in America." They discuss the art of conveying complex history through comics and the trope of the "extraordinary negro."Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Stamped-Beginning-Graphic-History-America/dp/1984859439If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Dr. Ibram X. Kendi @ibramxkFollow Joel Christian Gill @joelchristiangillFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with social media phenomenon Joanne Carducci, AKA JoJoFromJerz. The pair discuss the power of using your voice to get to the nerve of the conversation and draw everyday people into politics, despite the trolls you'll inevitably piss off. They also discuss DeSantis' curriculum on slavery, MTG's unintentional endorsement of Joe Biden and what's driving suburban women voters.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Jo @JoJoFromJerzFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "The Corruption of the Court: With Glenn Kirschner."Michael is joined by Glenn Kirschner, former federal U.S army prosecutor break down the imbalance and corruption that the Supreme Court engages in.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Glenn Kirschner: @glennkirschner2Follow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Miles Taylor about his new book, "Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump." Miles discusses his takeaway from blowing the whistle on Trump as a White House insider, the current Republican agenda and what a Trump 2.0 would look like.Check out Miles' book here: https://www.amazon.com/Blowback-Warning-Save-Democracy-Trump-ebook/dp/B0BHTL7ZYNIf you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Miles @MilesTaylorUSAFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "The Stories and Politics of the FBI: With James Comey."Former FBI Director James Comey joins The Michael Steele Podcast. He speaks with Michael about his new crime novel, "Central Park West," and the real life people and events that inspired the book. The pair also discuss the politics of the FBI, Comey's time as FBI Director under President Trump, Hillary Clinton and the outcome of the 2016 election.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Central-Park-West-Crime-Novel/dp/1613164033Follow James Comey @ComeyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

Michael is joined by Dr. Ibram X Kendi and Joel Christian Gill, the author and illustrator of the graphic novel, "Stamped from the Beginning: A Graphic History of Racist Ideas in America." They discuss the five figures behind the history of racist ideology in America, the art of conveying complex history through comics and nation-wide book bans.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Stamped-Beginning-Graphic-History-America/dp/1984859439If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Dr. Ibram X. Kendi @ibramxkFollow Joel Christian Gill @joelchristiangillFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "What Trump's Indictment Means for 2024: With Rick Ungar." Michael Steele speaks with Rick Ungar, former co-host of SiriusXM's Steele & Ungar, about Biden's age and approval ratings. The pair also discuss Pride Month and the boycotting of Bud Light. If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts! Follow Rick @rickungar Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael is joined by Glenn Kirschner, former federal U.S army prosecutor, to discuss the political and legal circumstances regarding Donald Trump, The Supreme Court, and the cases surrounding them. They break down the imbalance and corruption that The Supreme Court engages in.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Glenn Kirschner: @glennkirschner2Follow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "What Makes Bipartisanship Work: With Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi."Michael Steele speaks with Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi. The pair discuss the debt ceiling deal, how bipartisanship can succeed, getting through the culture wars and the United States' relationship with China.

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Rise and Fall of Digital Media: With Ben Smith."Ben Smith joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his book, "TRAFFIC: Genius, Rivalry, and Delusion in the Billion-Dollar Race to Go Viral." The pair discuss the early days of digital media, the rise and fall of news sites like Buzzfeed News and how controversy drives traffic and virality.If you enjoyed stopping by the beauty shop, leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Ben Smith @semaforbenFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Former FBI Director James Comey joins The Michael Steele Podcast. He speaks with Michael about his new crime novel, "Central Park West," and the real life people and events that inspired the book. The pair also discuss the politics of the FBI, Comey's time as FBI Director under President Trump and the news of Trump's indictment.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Central-Park-West-Crime-Novel/dp/1613164033Follow James Comey @ComeyFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "Tim Scott, The Debt Ceiling and the NAACP: With April Ryan and Tara Setmayer." April Ryan and Tara Setmayer discuss Tim Scott's campaign, the role he is playing and how he's attempted to win over the GOP. If you enjoyed stopping by the beauty shop, leave a review or share it with a friend! April Ryan is a political analyst and reporter for The Grio, the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent and the author of “Black Women Will Save the World.” Tara Setmayer is a former CNN political commentator, Senior Advisor at The Lincoln Project and host of the live show "The Breakdown.” Follow April @AprilDRyan Follow Tara Setmayer @TaraSetmayer Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Rick Ungar, former co-host of SiriusXM's Steele & Ungar, about the GOP's reaction to Trump's indictment and what it means for 2024. The pair also discuss Pride Month, the boycotting of Bud Light and Target and the current state of CNN after Chris Licht's departure. If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts!Follow Rick @rickungarFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Note: This episode originally aired in December 2021.In part one of this interview, Michael speaks with Former Governor Chris Christie about what the Republican party stands for now that Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz have entered the arena. The pair discuss Trump's hold on the Republican base, why the GOP must not be a party of vendetta politics and who will be running in 2024.Follow Chris Christie @GovChristieFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi. The pair discuss the debt ceiling deal, how bipartisanship can succeed, getting through the culture wars and the United States' relationship with China. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi @CongressmanRajaFollow Michael Steele @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 working on The Daily Show has impacted his approach to comedy. He also discusses what he learned from his father, a radio journalist who covered Black soldiers in Vietnam, the South African apartheid and the civil rights movement.Roy Wood Jr.'s live standup tour, “Happy to Be Here” starts in June across the United States. Check out the full list of dates here: https://www.roywoodjr.com/Follow Roy Wood Jr. @roywoodjrFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Ben Smith joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his book, "TRAFFIC: Genius, Rivalry, and Delusion in the Billion-Dollar Race to Go Viral."The pair discuss the early days of digital media, and the rise and fall of news sites like Buzzfeed News, how controversy drives traffic and virality and Buzzfeed's decision to publish the Steele Dossier.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Traffic-Genius-Rivalry-Delusion-Billion-Dollar/dp/0593299752If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Ben Smith @semaforbenFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "The Unraveling of American Parties: With Joy-Ann Reid." Joy-Ann Reid speaks with Michael Steele about AI, Biden's approval ratings and banning Tik Tok. Joy-Ann Reid is the author of The New York Times bestseller “The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of the American Story” and “Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons and the Racial Divide.” If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Joy-Ann Reid @JoyAnnReid Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Welcome to the beauty shop. Michael is joined by April Ryan and Tara Setmayer for a discussion on current events and politics. They discuss Tim Scott's campaign, the role he is playing and how he's attempted to win over the GOP. They also discuss the tropes the GOP uses to attract Black voters, Biden's debt ceiling negotiations and the NAACP's travel advisory. If you enjoyed stopping by the beauty shop, leave a review or share it with a friend! April Ryan is a political analyst and reporter for The Grio, the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent and the author of “Black Women Will Save the World.” Tara Setmayer is a former CNN political commentator, Senior Advisor at The Lincoln Project and host of the live show "The Breakdown.” Follow April @AprilDRyan Follow Tara Setmayer @TaraSetmayer Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Psychology of America: With Mary Trump."Michael Steele speaks with Mary Trump about the psychology of America, what prompted our cultural rot and the psychology behind the crazy that we're experiencing in our country, both pre and post Donald Trump's presidency. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Mary Trump @MaryLTrumpFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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” starts in June across the United States. Check out the full list of dates here: https://www.roywoodjr.com/Follow Roy Wood Jr. @roywoodjrFollow Michael Steele @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

Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy.Michael discusses Trump's hour-long appearance on CNN, where he lies about the election and the audience laughs at the slew of jokes about sexual assault and insults toward his interviewer. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

Joy-Ann Reid joins Michael Steele to talk political journalism and the strengths and weaknesses of the two political parties. She talks about the political splits of her family and how this experience has led to unique perspectives and ability to differentiate much between the parties. The pair also discuss Tik Tok bans and Biden's approval ratings.Joy-Ann Reid is the author of The New York Times bestseller “The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of the American Story” and “Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons and the Racial Divide.”If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Joy-Ann Reid @JoyAnnReidFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "The Art of Debate: With Mehdi Hasan."Mehdi Hasan speaks with Michael Steele about the art of debate. The pair discuss the importance of knowing your audience, showing receipts and coming prepared. They also discuss Twitter, Elon and free speech.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out Mehdi’s book, “Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking” here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250853479/wineveryargumentFollow Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhassanFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Mary Trump about the psychology of America, what prompted our cultural rot and the psychology behind the crazy that we're experiencing in our country, both pre and post Donald Trump's presidency. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Follow Mary Trump @MaryLTrumpFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast