The Michele Tafoya Podcast

In her book, “Feminism Against Progress,” author Mary Harrington posits, "Progress has now stopped benefiting the majority of women, and only a feminism that is skeptical of it can truly defend female interests in the 21st century.” I know, right? She joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Sorbo is an actress, writer, and producer who is also an education advocate. In her new documentary, “Irreligious Nation,” she considers the impact that “irreligion, disconnection, and cynicism is having on culture and society, worldwide,” and asks the question, “Do we really need religion at all?” Sorbo joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s estimated that four hundred colleges and universities still have COVID vaccine mandates for students. But some are pushing back, asking for these mandates to be rescinded. Even a US Presidential candidate is getting involved. Michele speaks with two medical freedom advocates from Dartmouth College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For decades, thought leaders throughout America have advocated for school choice. Now, the effort to give parents the final say in how their children are educated is growing. Some even call it, “A revolution.” Michele talks with author and Notre Dame law professor, Nicole Garnett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal government contributes less than ten-percent of the public school budget. But the conditions the Department of Education attaches to those dollars are significant, and arguably harmful to public education. Is it time to abolish the DE? Sheri Few of the USPIE (US Parents Involved in Education) says, “Yes.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political elites cover for China all the time. They may criticize the CCP now and then, but these politicians are keeping their business options open. You should be very, very concerned about this, as Peter Schweizer details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it Constitutional to ask people to pay for reparations of others based on skin color? Wen Fa of the Pacific Legal Foundation joins Michele to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ridicule is a weapon. Here’s how to not let it kill you. And what it means to play chess with a pigeon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If China invades Taiwan, is the United States ready and committed to do what’s necessary? And what, by the way, is necessary? Jimmy Quinn, National Security Correspondent for National Review, joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

That’s the title of a piece by David Harsanyi, senior editor at The Federalist, nationally syndicated columnist, a Happy Warrior columnist at National Review, and author of five books. Harsanyi joins Michele to discuss who IS above the law. And why the left is OK with two tiers of justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Hazel is a Marine Combat Vet, Libertarian, former candidate for Governor of Georgia, and Bitcoin aficionado. This might be the first you’ve heard of him, but it won’t be the last.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Rosen, Chief White House Correspondent for NewsMax, discusses his new biography of Justice Antonin Scalia with some fascinating and entertaining details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C.J. Pearson is a 20-year-old, black conservative. He has been on the scene since he was 13. Born in Georgia, he now lives in California — which he calls “The Belly of the Beast.” Why he has put politics at the top of his “To-Do” list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Border Patrol Yuma Sector Chief Chris Clem has all sides of the very chaotic situation at the Southern Border.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fossil fuels are usually described as the enemy of the climate. But have you considered how much oil, gas, and coal have helped humanity? Michele welcomes Alex Epstein, author of “FOSSIL FUTURE: Why global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas — Not Less”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing up in North Carolina, Lara Trump never envisioned a life in politics. But she has weathered many storms, embraced her place in the Donald Trump family, and she has some great stories to tell!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another trans-woman wins a race, while Agatha Christie novels get cleansed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leonydus Johnson says his pronouns are "Leave/Me/Alone." Zeek Arkham lists his pronouns as "bruh/Brutha." What's not to love? Sideline Sanity is proud to amplify their refreshing perspectives on race in America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city of San Francisco is considering a massive reparations program, even though slavery was never legal in California. But not everyone is on board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stanford’s School of Law suffered a major embarrassment. Then there were false rape allegations by an employee. What else could go wrong for this “elite” University?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you love good writing, common sense, intelligence, and honesty, you will love Jenny Holland. A resident of Ireland, she has dual citizenship with the United States. She’s a self described atheist who is “wobbling,” and she is anything but uninteresting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Once again the United States is tasked with defending itself and the west from an evil ideology with its eyes set upon global domination… We might lose, but… we can win.” David Marcus explains his optimism to Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Horowitz once self-identified as a “Marxist intellectual.” But a pivotal event in his life shook him to the core. Now, he’s a conservative who fears the demise of the United States. He minces no words in this extraordinarily candid interview with Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve likely never heard of Zeek Arkham, but after this episode you’re going to be glad you’ve been introduced. By the way, his pronouns are “Bruh,” and “Brotha.” Zeek joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillip Magness is the director of research and education at the American Institute for Economic Research. He is the author of more than two dozen scholarly works on the economic dimensions of slavery and the American Civil War. Who better to discuss the “1619 Project” and its flaws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dagen McDowell is one of the founding anchors of FOX Business Network and is the co-host of “The Bottom Line” with Sean Duffy weeknights at 6PM ET. Known for her southern sensibilities, colorful vocabulary, and tough-as-nails attitude, Dagen may surprise you with the story of her life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is George Soros? Why does he spend more money on American political campaigns than just about anyone in history? What are his goals? What is the end game? Matt Palumbo, author of “The Man Behind The Curtain: Inside the Secret Network of George Soros,” joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Chicago a bell-weather for other blue cities in America? If so, what does Lori Lightfoot’s defeat portend for other big city mayors? And what are the national implications of Chicago’s failing public schools? We discuss with Mailee Smith of the Illinois Policy Institute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Films like “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Jesus Revolution” are making tons of money. But Hollywood doesn’t care. Film critic Christian Toto explains why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You have more power than you think. So why do you give it away so easily? When you give it away a tiny bit at a time, your power will disappear before you realize it. Like the frog in the pot of water, slowly brought to a boil, we are vulnerable. But we are more powerful than most frogs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know the REAL story behind Colin Kaepernick taking a knee during the National Anthem? I’m willing to bet you don’t. The man who helped Kap make the decision to kneel is a former Green Beret, Nate Boyer, of Merging Players and Vets. He also co-stars in the film, “MVP.” He joins Michele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ilya Shapiro of the Manhattan Institute joins Michele to explore whether or not DEI — Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — is productive. Is it what it claims to be? Is it truly “inclusive”? No matter where you fall ideologically, this is worthwhile debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have loved Rush Limbaugh. You may have hated him. But you’ll definitely want to hear the perspective of James Golden, AKA Bo Snerdley, in Part Two of this rare interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have loved Rush Limbaugh. You may have hated him. But you’ll definitely want to hear the perspective of James Golden, AKA Bo Snerdley, in Part One of this rare interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts sound virtuous. But dig deeper and you find DEI is not as warm and fuzzy as it sounds. On the contrary, DEI departments are like small dictatorships on campus. John Sailer, Senior Fellow and Director of University Policy at the National Association of Scholars, has done the deep dive and has unbelievable details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a Twitter follower challenged several of Michele’s tweets, she invited him on the podcast to debate in person. He accepted. But then he cancelled at the last minute. That didn’t stop Michele from taking him on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don Lemon commented on when women are in their prime. It’s an almost unimaginably stupid assertion. Michele fires back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Miller of Outkick joins Michele to talk about whether masks were ever the answer to protecting us from COVID. He also weighs in on “Top Gun: Maverick.” Did the box office smash save Hollywood, as Steven Spielberg has said, and does it even have a chance to win Best Picture?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Critical Race Theory. Queer Theory. Gender Affirming “care.” Cancel Culture. Are these influences so strong that the West is losing its moral compass? Spencer Klavan, author of “How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises,” joins Michele to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michele maintains hope that people who are open to CRT will also be open to a different viewpoint about it. John Amanchukwu, whose Nigerian-born dad raised his family here in the U.S., believes this is the greatest country in the world. And his views on CRT and Diversity-Equity-Inclusion are worth listening to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little by little, we’ve allowed our public schools to weaken into factories that make a low-quality product. Every child in America deserves better. Jeremy Tate says better is possible. Find out how. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Because of COVID restrictions and vaccine passports, Canadian restauranteur Jessie Johnson lost his livelihood. And for the first time ever, he reveals how he even lost his children. This emotional interview casts light upon one of the darkest episodes in Canada’s history. Jesse Johnson is admittedly still broken, trying to heal, and willing to bare his soul in the pursuit of justice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michele talks with Leonydus Johnson, author of the new book, "Raising Victims: The Pernicious Rise of Critical Race Theory".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michele is joined by Alan and Taylor Martin (@AtTheMartins), parents of Trista Martin. Last November, 18-year-old Trista died suddenly, just four months after receiving the COVID vaccine, despite having recovered from COVID twice already. The Martins believe that Trista's death came as a result of the vaccine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time, Dr. Peter McCullough and basketball Hall of Famer John Stockton appear together to talk about COVID vaccines, sudden deaths, masks, and where we go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Ateba is a White House correspondent from Africa. If you haven’t heard of him, it’s because he rarely gets called on. He joins Michele to talk about what it’s like in the White House Briefing Room, how his perspective of America changed once he moved here, and how Jen Psaki changed his life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Allen has been the voice of the Minnesota Vikings for two decades. But it was during the 2022 NFL season and the broadcast of an epic Minnesota defeat of the Buffalo Bills when PA gained national — even worldwide — attention. Meet PA, the announcer, the “national treasure,” and the preacher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Auburn and Ole Miss football coach Tommy Tuberville is now a Senator from Alabama. He joins Michele to discuss Title IX, NIL in college sports, and Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writer Mike Sielski answers all the questions you may have ever had about Kobe Bryant the person, the kid, the basketball star, the son, the father and the husband. He joins Michele on this third anniversary of Bryant’s death to discuss his book, “The Rise: Kobe Bryant and the Pursuit of Immortality.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Vanderbilt professor says Queer and Trans Students of Color can’t learn math. High school and elementary teachers believe they are your child’s protectors. An update on Hamline University. And a Florida woman gets caught in a storm drain… again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.