The Michael Steele Podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "Why We Did It: With Tim Miller."Tim Miller joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his 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 and rating on Apple Podcasts!Follow Tim Miller @TimodcFollow Michael Steele @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

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 DeSantis' war against Disney, Clarence Thomas' income and the Fox and Dominion lawsuit settlement. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

This is an excerpt from the episode "Imagining A Land Without Poverty: With Matthew Desmond."Michael Steele is joined by Matthew Desmond, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City," and Professor of Sociology and the Director of the Eviction Lab at Princeton University. Matthew discusses his new book, “Poverty, By America," which looks at why America hasn't made more progress in ending poverty, how the pandemic reframed eviction and government response to poverty and how wealthy and middle class Americans perpetuate a system that keeps poor people poor.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out the book here:https://www.amazon.com/Poverty-America-Matthew-Desmond/dp/0593239911Join the movement to end poverty: https://endpovertyusa.org/Follow Matthew Desmond @just_shelterFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

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, Mehdi's viral interview with Matt Taibbi and how Mehdi would approach interviewing Marjorie Taylor Greene.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

This is an excerpt from the episode "Persuading a Divided Democracy: With Anand Giridharadas." Best-selling author Anand Giridharadas joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy." The pair discuss how you go about changing minds in today's polarized world, the tactics that do and don't work and real life examples of "deep canvassing," going door to door to change people's minds on big issues. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Persuaders-Front-Lines-Hearts-Democracy-ebook/dp/B09QPH4LTX If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating on Apple Podcasts! Follow Anand Giriharadas @AnandWrites Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with Former Governor and fellow Marylander, Larry Hogan. The pair discuss why Gov. Hogan chose not to run for President, the role he wants to play in fixing the GOP and the country's views on 2024 presidential candidates.This is an excerpt from the episode "Finding Common Ground: With Former Gov. Larry Hogan."If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Gov. Larry Hogan @GovLarryHoganFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy.Today, Michael discusses the expulsion of two Black legislators from the Tennessee House of Representatives.Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

Why is America stricken by poverty despite being the most prosperous democracy in the world? Michael Steele is joined by Matthew Desmond, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City," and Professor of Sociology and the Director of the Eviction Lab at Princeton University. Matthew discusses his new book, “Poverty, By America," which looks at why America hasn't made more progress in ending poverty, how the pandemic reframed eviction and government response to poverty and how wealthy and middle class Americans perpetuate a system that keeps poor people poor. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Poverty-America-Matthew-Desmond/dp/0593239911Join the movement to end poverty: https://endpovertyusa.org/Follow Matthew Desmond @just_shelterFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the Podcast @steele_podcast

Film producer, national political commentator & New York Times best-selling author, Keith Boykin, speaks with Michael Steele about how leadership has shaped America. The pair look at how acceptance for gay marriage shifted within the Black community after Barack Obama's presidency and how current leadership is impacting the country today.This is an excerpt from the episode "How Far Has America Come?" With Keith BoykinIf you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Keith @keithboykinFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Welcome to Make Mine a Double, a segment where Michael responds to today's news and political crazy. Today, Michael discusses the indictment of Donald Trump and how the far-right is reacting. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Former White House Usher, Chris Emery, about working as an White House Usher for Presidents Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush and Bill Clinton, how the personality of the White House changed under each president, the pressures of his role and how he got the job.If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!This is an excerpt from the episode "Tales of a White House Usher: With Christopher Emery."Check out Christopher's latest book, “White House Usher: Who Killed the President?” here:https://www.amazon.com/White-House-Usher-Killed-President-ebook/dp/B09CNS3H2HFollow Christopher Emery @WhiteHouseUsherFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with Former Governor and fellow Marylander, Larry Hogan. The pair discuss the legacy Gov. Hogan wants to leave behind in Maryland, why he chose not to run for President, the role he wants to play in fixing the GOP and how Trump's indictments could impact the 2024 election. If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Gov. Larry Hogan @GovLarryHogan 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. Today, Michael discusses how politicians can stand out, lead and make a difference, and the route so many of our "leaders" (ahem, DeSantis) are choosing to take instead. Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast

It's that time of the year again... welcome to the barbershop. Michael is joined by Jonathan Capehart, John Fugelsang and Tara Setmayer for a conversation on all kinds of politics and crazy, touching on Ronna McDaniel's "loyalty oath," the Fox News-Dominion lawsuit and predictions for the 2024 presidential election. Plus, whether the GOP will succeed in diversifying their base and how the word "woke" has been weaponized.This is an excerpt from the episode "Who Is 'The One' for 2024?: With Jonathan Capehart, John Fugelsang and Tara Setmayer."If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Jonathan Capehart is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, former member of The Washington Post editorial board, an MSNBC contributor and the anchor of "The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart" and “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” Follow him @CapehartJJohn Fugelsang is an actor, comedian and the host of SiriusXM’s “Tell Me Everything” and “The John Fugelsang Podcast.”Tara Setmayer is a former CNN political commentator, Senior Advisor at The Lincoln Project and host of the live show "The Breakdown.”Follow Jonathan Capehart @CapehartJFollow John Fugelsang @JohnFugelsangFollow Tara Setmayer @TaraSetmayerFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael is joined by film producer, national political commentator & New York Times best-selling author, Keith Boykin. The pair discuss Mike Pence's critiques of Trump, possible outcomes for 2024, Congress vetoing DC’s crime bill, how support for gay marriage has evolved within the Black community and more.If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Keith @keithboykinFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with Charlie Sykes about the one year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, Biden's visit to Kyiv and how his ties to Ukraine might impact the presidential election in 2024. This is an excerpt from the episode "America at Its Best (And Worst): With Charlie Sykes."If you you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Follow Charlie @SykesCharlieFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Former White House Usher, Chris Emery, about working as an White House Usher for Presidents Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush and Bill Clinton, how the personality of the White House changed under each president, the pressures of his role and how he got the job.If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Check out Christopher's latest book, “White House Usher: Who Killed the President?” here: https://www.amazon.com/White-House-Usher-Killed-President-ebook/dp/B09CNS3H2HFollow Christopher Emery @WhiteHouseUsherFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Philip Bump joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his book, "The Aftermath: The Last Days of the Baby Boom and the Future of Power in America." The pair discuss how the baby boom has disadvantaged other generations and who is going to control politics, wealth and power once the boomer generation ends.This is an excerpt from the episode "What the End of the Baby Boom Means for America: With Philip Bump."Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Aftermath-Last-Future-Power-America/dp/0593489691/ref=sr_1_12?qid=1673369407&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-12If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Philip @pbumpFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

It's that time of the year again... welcome to the barbershop. Michael is joined by Jonathan Capehart, John Fugelsang and Tara Setmayer for a conversation on all kinds of politics and crazy, touching on Ronna McDaniel's "loyalty oath," McCarthy's gift to Tucker "Tuckems" Carlson of January 6th footage, the Fox News-Dominion lawsuit and of course, 2024. Who will run if not Biden and why are Democrats so against voting him in a second term? Plus, will the GOP succeed in diversifying their base with candidates like Tim Scott and Nikki Haley? If you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend!Jonathan Capehart is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, former member of The Washington Post editorial board, an MSNBC contributor and the anchor of "The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart" and “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” Follow him @CapehartJJohn Fugelsang is an actor, comedian and the host of SiriusXM’s “Tell Me Everything” and “The John Fugelsang Podcast.” Tara Setmayer is a former CNN political commentator, Senior Advisor at The Lincoln Project and host of the live show "The Breakdown.”Follow Jonathan Capehart @CapehartJFollow John Fugelsang @JohnFugelsangFollow Tara Setmayer @TaraSetmayerFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with filmmaker and former Oregon State Senator, Jason Atkinson, about the organization Pastor Mondays, which merges faith, community and fly fishing to curate fly fishing experiences for pastors.This is an excerpt from the episode "Building Community Through Faith, Fishing and Film: With Jason Atkinson."If you enjoyed this podcast, share it with a friend.Follow Jason @jasonaatkinsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastPastor Mondayshttps://www.pastorsmonday.com/Film "A River Between Us"https://www.amazon.com/River-Between-Us-Jason-Atkinson/dp/B014IQ8FMG

Michael speaks with Charlie Sykes about the one year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, Biden's visit to Kyiv and how his ties to Ukraine might impact the presidential election in 2024. The pair also discuss Nikki Haley's presidential campaign, how the Republican party has changed and why Michael remains a member. If you you enjoyed this podcast, leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Charlie @SykesCharlie Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele and Dr. Jason Johnson discuss the murder of Tyre Nichols and what reforming our current system of policing can look like. This is an excpert from the episode "What Black History Month Means in 2023: With Dr. Jason Johnson." If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend. Follow Jason @DrJasonJohnson Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Philip Bump joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his book, "The Aftermath: The Last Days of the Baby Boom and the Future of Power in America." The pair discuss how the baby boom has disadvantaged other generations, the greatest misconceptions about baby boomers who is going to control politics, wealth and power once the boomer generation ends.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Aftermath-Last-Future-Power-America/dp/0593489691/ref=sr_1_12?qid=1673369407&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-12If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Philip @pbumpFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Matt Dolan, the founder and CEO of the Global Teaching Project, which provides promising high school students in rural and underserved areas access to advanced courses they need to achieve their full potential. The pair discuss the challenges students face in rural America, how the Global Teaching Project began and how to best support students in their educations.This is an excerpt from the episode "Setting Students Up for Success: With Matt Dolan."If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts!Check out The Global Teaching Project at https://www.globalteachingproject.com/Follow Matt @MattDolanGTPFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with filmmaker and former Oregon State Senator, Jason Atkinson. Jason discusses his involvement in the largest restoration project in U.S history along the Klamath River and the relationships that were formed with native tribes to save the river. He also discusses how film and culture can inform politics and the organization Pastor Mondays, which merges faith, community and fly fishing to curate fly fishing experiences for Pastors.If you enjoyed this podcast, share it with a friend.Follow Jason @jasonaatkinsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcastPastor Mondayshttps://www.pastorsmonday.com/Film "A River Between Us"https://www.amazon.com/River-Between-Us-Jason-Atkinson/dp/B014IQ8FMG

Michael Steele speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones about The 1619 Project, what motivated her to write it, its purpose and its pushback. The pair also discuss the notion of patriotism, how politicians like Trump and DeSantis have responded to her work, and how being honest about our country's history can help it live up to its highest ideals.This is an excerpt from the episode "Understanding 1619 Means Understanding Our Country: With Nikole Hannah-Jones."If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts!Check out The 1619 Project 6-part docuseries premiering on Hulu on January 26th. Follow Nikole @nhannahjonesFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele and Dr. Jason Johnson discuss white reactions to Black History Month, the impact of Ron DeSantis's Stop Woke Act and whether or not he'll be electable in 2024. They also discuss the absurdity of George Santos, the murder of Tyre Nichols and what reforming our current system of policing can look like.If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend.Follow Jason @DrJasonJohnsonFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Rick Ungar, former co-host of SiriusXM's Steele & Ungar, about the speakership of Kevin McCarthy, why Republicans have better messaging and why Rick doesn't take Matt Gaetz seriously. This is an excerpt from the episode "The Speakership of Kevin McCarthy: With Rick Ungar"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

Michael Steele speaks with Matt Dolan, the founder and CEO of the Global Teaching Project, which provides promising high school students in rural and underserved areas access to advanced courses they need to achieve their full potential. The pair discuss the challenges students face in rural America, how the Global Teaching Project began and how to best support students in their educations. If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts! Check out The Global Teaching Project at https://www.globalteachingproject.com/ Follow Matt @MattDolanGTP Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

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. This is an excerpt from the episode "Turning Toward Each Other, Not On Each Other: With Karen Hunter." 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 @karenhunter Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones about The 1619 Project, what motivated her to write it, its purpose and its pushback. The pair also discuss the notion of patriotism, how politicians like Trump and DeSantis have responded to her work, and how being honest about our country's history can help it live up to its highest ideals.If you liked this podcast, share it with a friend or write a review on Apple Podcasts!Check out The 1619 Project 6-part docuseries premiering on Hulu on January 26th. Follow Nikole @nhannahjonesFollow Michael @MichaelSteeleFollow the podcast @steele_podcast

Steve Schmidt discusses why he believes Donald Trump is finally finished and the chaos and players that defined 2022.This is an excerpt from the episode "Farewell to a Chaotic 2022 Part I: With Steve Schmidt."If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Michael Steele: @MichaelSteeleSteve Schmidt: @SteveSchmidtSESThe Michael Steele Podcast: @steele_podcast

Michael Steele speaks with Rick Ungar, former co-host of SiriusXM's Steele & Ungar, about the speakership of Kevin McCarthy, why the hell it took 15 ballots to get there, and the impact this Congress is going to have on the 2024 Presidential election. 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

Karen Hunter speaks with Michael Steele about seeing the human in each other, what it means to be free in America and what writing autobiographies for celebrities has taught her about our shared human experience. The pair also discuss how the word "woke" has evolved and what Damar Hamlin's injury says about the NFL and about America.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 speaks with Professor David Dent about why more Black men are voting Republican, what it means for the future of the GOP and how Michael impacted the RNC as Chairman.This is an excerpt from the episode "Why Are More Black Men Voting Republican?: With Guest Professor David J. Dent."If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow David on Twitter @DavidjDentNYU, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Steve Schmidt discusses the chaos and players that defined 2022 and how he sees 2023 shaping up, If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or tell a friend! Michael Steele: @MichaelSteele Steve Schmidt: @SteveSchmidtSES The Michael Steele Podcast: @steele_podcast

Michael speaks with Victor Shi and Marianna Pecora about what is causing Gen Z voters to show up in historic numbers. They discuss electing the first Gen Z member of Congress, how our education system can help young voters become more engaged and what sets Generation Z apart from other generations.This is an excerpt from the episode " Gen Z Are Building the Future They Want to See: With Victor Shi and Marianna Pecora"Victor Shi is a Former White House Intern, host of On the Move with Victor Shi, Co-host of iGen Politics and Strategy Director of Voters of Tomorrow.Marianna Pecora is Deputy Communications Director for Digital Engagement at Voters of Tomorrow, a Gen Z-led movement that engages, educates, and represents youth in politics.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Victor on Twitter @Victorshi2020, Marianna @MariannaPecora, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Steve Schmidt discusses why he believes Donald Trump is finally finished, the chaos and players that defined 2022 and how he sees 2023 shaping up.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend!Michael Steele: @MichaelSteeleSteve Schmidt: @SteveSchmidtSESThe Michael Steele Podcast: @steele_podcast

April Ryan joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss her book, "Black Women Will Save the World: An Anthem." The pair discuss how Black women have gained their strength throughout American history, what the world would look like if more women were in power and how Black women from Karen Bass to Stacey Abrams have made the political personal. Excerpt from full episode "Black Women Make the Political Personal: With April Ryan. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Women-Will-Save-World/dp/0063210193 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow April on Twitter @AprilDRyan, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

This week's guest is David Dent, Professor of of Journalism and Social and Cultural Analysis at New York University. Michael speaks with David about why more Black men are voting Republican, what it means for the future of the GOP and how Michael impacted the RNC as Chairman. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow David on Twitter @DavidjDentNYU, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Best-selling author and New Yorker satirist, Andy Borowitz, joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "Profiles in Ignorance: How America's Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber." The pair discuss how the rise of TV and media has changed our politicians, what Americans prioritize over intellectual leaders and how ignorant leaders have evolved, from Reagan and Bush to Palin, DeSantis and Trump.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Profiles-Ignorance-Americas-Politicians-Dumber/dp/1668003880If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Andy on Twitter @BorowitzReport, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Michael speaks with Victor Shi and Marianna Pecora about what is causing Gen Z voters to show up in historic numbers. They discuss electing the first Gen Z member of Congress, how our education system can help young voters become more engaged and what sets Generation Z apart from other generations.Victor Shi is a Former White House Intern, host of On the Move with Victor Shi, Co-host of iGen Politics and Strategy Director of Voters of Tomorrow.Marianna Pecora is Deputy Communications Director for Digital Engagement at Voters of Tomorrow, a Gen Z-led movement that engages, educates, and represents youth in politics.If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Victor on Twitter @Victorshi2020, Marianna @MariannaPecora, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Michael speaks with Kimberly Jones about her new book, "How We Can Win: Race, History and Changing the Money Game That's Rigged." The pair discuss legacy wealth, where the U.S education system falls short, Reconstruction 2.0 and how we can begin to repair our unequal system. If you liked this podcast, tell a friend or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the podcast on Twitter @steele_podcast Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow Kimberly Jones @kimlatricejones

April Ryan joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss her book, "Black Women Will Save the World: An Anthem." The pair discuss how Black women have gained their strength throughout American history, what the world would look like if more women were in power and how Black women from Karen Bass to Stacey Abrams have made the political personal.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Women-Will-Save-World/dp/0063210193If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow April on Twitter @AprilDRyan, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Michael Steele speaks with Simon Rosenberg, President of New Democratic Network, for a follow-up discussion on the midterm elections. The pair discuss the predictions they made in their September 1st podcast conversation, what hurt the GOP in this election and why the red wave never came, what it means for both Democrats and MAGA and how this election will inform 2024.If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating on Apple Podcasts! Be sure to follow Simon on Twitter @SimonWDC, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Best-selling author and New Yorker satirist, Andy Borowitz, joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "Profiles in Ignorance: How America's Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber." The pair discuss how the rise of TV and media has changed our politicians, what Americans prioritize over intellectual leaders and how ignorant leaders have evolved, from Reagan and Bush to Palin, DeSantis and Trump.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Profiles-Ignorance-Americas-Politicians-Dumber/dp/1668003880If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or tell a friend! Follow Andy on Twitter @BorowitzReport, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Michael dives into the scary, crazy and absurd with comedian and host of Sirius XM's "Tell Me Everything," John Fugelsang. The pair discuss Christianity in America, and what the misinterpretation and misuse of the religion means for the country.If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating on Apple Podcasts! Be sure to follow John on Twitter @JohnFugelsang, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.

Note: This episode originally aired in January of 2022. Michael speaks with Kimberly Jones about her new book, "How We Can Win: Race, History and Changing the Money Game That's Rigged." The pair discuss legacy wealth, where the U.S education system falls short, Reconstruction 2.0 and how we can begin to repair our unequal system. If you liked this podcast, tell a friend or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the podcast on Twitter @steele_podcast Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow Kimberly Jones @kimlatricejones

Best-selling author Anand Giridharadas joins The Michael Steele Podcast to discuss his new book, "The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy." The pair discuss how you go about changing minds in today's polarized world, the tactics that do and don't work, and the makings of a winning pro-democracy movement.Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Persuaders-Front-Lines-Hearts-Democracy-ebook/dp/B09QPH4LTXIf you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating on Apple Podcasts! Be sure to follow Anand on Twitter @AnandWrites, Michael @MichaelSteele and the podcast Twitter @steele_podcast.