The Sage Steele Show

Jeff is one of the funniest comedians working today. He is also two years and four months sober, still grieving his sister who died in a car collision in 2015, his father who passed recently, and quietly carrying a faith he spent years hiding from the comedy world because he was afraid it would cost him his career. In this episode, Jeff talks about what COVID actually did to him, locked alone in a giant house in Los Angeles with guns, alcohol, a breakup, and a world that felt like it had decided straight white males were the enemy. He talks about the moment in Dallas he has never publicly shared that made him finally put the drink down. He talks about growing up poor, finding church in ninth grade not because he was religious but because the church kids had snacks and answers. And he talks about his sister, who believed in him from the beginning and was gone before she could see how far he went. This one sat with me. I think it will sit with you too. Follow Jeff Dye: @jeffdye Sponsors: Go to http://cozyearth.com/SAGE for up to 20% off! Use my code SAGE to get $25 off your first order, plus a free meat for life: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SAGE at https://www.oneskin.co/SAGE #oneskinpod #sponsored Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE.

It has been three years since Stephen A. Smith and I sat face-to-face, and today, he is finally sitting in my living room in Florida! We have been teammates, rivals, and friends through some of the most turbulent years in media history, but this is a conversation you will never see on a sports network. Stephen A. Smith is more than just a "performer"—he is a brand built on a foundation of early failure and a refusal to be silenced. This is a masterclass in authenticity, resilience, and the power of a human connection that transcends politics. Sponsors: Provide one life-saving ultrasound for just $28 at https://preborn.com/sage. Use my code SAGE to get $25 off your first order, plus a free meat for life: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE.

I sat down with Kennedy and this conversation went places I didn't expect. Before Fox News, before The Five — she was fighting to even be allowed to talk about politics. MTV put it in writing. What she did next is exactly why I respect her. Sponsors: Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/sage and using code SAGE. Go to https://expressvpn.com/sage and find out how you can get 4 extra months thanks to our sponsor, ExpressVPN! Provide one life-saving ultrasound for just $28 at https://preborn.com/sage.

I've known Brian Kilmeade for a long time, but sitting down with him in this format allowed us to go deeper into the "locker room" of national news than ever before. Most of you see him for six hours a day across Fox & Friends and his radio show, but today we're pulling back the curtain on the grit, the rivalries, and the absolute loyalty that made his network number one. Brian is a master storyteller who treats news like a sport. Whether you're a long-time viewer or interested in the mechanics of power and media, this conversation is an absolute masterclass in persistence. Sponsors: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE Use my code SAGE to get $25 off your first order, plus a free meat for life: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Provide one life-saving ultrasound for just $28 at https://preborn.com/sage Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/sage and using code SAGE.

I remember the day I discovered Jen Sey. We had such similar trajectories in our careers and our "cancellations," and sitting down with her in person was a powerful reminder that the truth always wins. Most of you know her as the former Brand President of Levi's who stood up for children's rights during the pandemic, but today, we're going way beyond the headlines. Connect with Jen Sey: Instagram: @jennifersey Website: brandxxxy.com Sponsors: Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/sage and using code SAGE Provide one life-saving ultrasound for just $28 at https://preborn.com/sage Use my code SAGE to get $25 off your first order, plus a free meat for life: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SAGE at https://www.oneskin.co/SAGE #oneskinpod #sponsored Chapters: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:04:01 – Grit and Grace: Returning from a Broken Femur to National Champion 00:08:43 – The Dark Side of Elite Gymnastics: Abuse, Predators, and Silence 00:16:17 – The State of the Sport: Larry Nassar and the Failure of Culture 00:23:00 – Parenting Through Achievement: Watching for the Signs of "Unraveling" 00:30:14 – The Levi's Years: Turning a Global Brand Around 00:33:43 – Breaking the San Francisco Echo Chamber During COVID 00:38:51 – Standing for Children: The Battle to Open Public Schools 00:43:57 – Resigning from the Top: Why $25 Million Wasn't Worth the Silence 00:47:30 – The Social Cost: Losing 30 Years of Friendships 00:58:45 – The 2023 CEO Interview: "Will You Apologize?" 01:01:21 – Founding XXXY: Combining Fashion with Common Sense 01:07:00 – Banned from Advertising: Fighting Big Tech Censorship 01:16:23 – Dear Nike: Exposing Woke Capitalism 01:23:05 – Modeling Bravery for the Next Generation 01:29:31 – Defining the Real "Grifters"

I have spent my career around some of the world's most focused individuals, but Kristan Hawkins brings a level of grittiness and fearlessness that is truly in a league of its own. As the president of Students for Life, Kristan isn't just an activist; she is a mother of four and a "revolutionary" for the most vulnerable among us. In this powerful episode, we go far beyond the viral debate clips to discuss the heart of her mission. Kristan gets incredibly real about: Her "total crap day" in San Antonio that led to saving a life—and meeting Baby Mercer. The psychology of conflict and why she believes change only happens when you produce friction. The shocking truth about eugenics in modern medical systems and the "billion-dollar pharmaceutical industry". Raising a family with Cystic Fibrosis and the radical choice to choose life even when the numbers are against you. Whether you agree with her or not, you cannot deny the passion and the "grittiness" Kristan brings to this conversation. We discuss why she refuses to be a people-pleaser and how she finds the strength to keep standing tall—even when the threats and vitriol come from both sides of the aisle. Connect with Kristan Hawkins: Instagram: @kristan_hawkins Website: studentsforlife.org Sponsors: PreBorn: Provide one life-saving ultrasound for just $28 at https://preborn.com/sage Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE

I finally sat down in person with Leland Vittert, and while we both have some pretty fabulous hair, it's what's under the surface that left me truly moved. Most of you know him as a fearless News Nation anchor and former Fox News correspondent, but today we're talking about his raw and powerful new book, "Born Lucky." In this episode, Leland opens up about his lifelong journey with autism and a severe learning disability that once led a principal to tell his parents he was "weird" and had no future. We dive deep into the psychology of resiliency, the sacrifices of a father who worked the "night shift" just to hold his son's hand through adversity, and the incredible discipline it takes to navigate the world when your brain is wired differently. Sponsors: Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/sage and using code SAGE. Go to https://expressvpn.com/sage and find out how you can get up to 4 extra months thanks to our sponsor, ExpressVPN! Ready to give Toups a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://toupsandco.com/sage and use code SAGE for 25% off your first order.

I have spent my career around world-class high-performers, but I don't know if I've ever met anyone with the sheer persistence and focus of Scott Presler. Most people know him as the man with the hair who spent months living in battleground states to master voter registration, but today, we're going way beyond the political headlines. We're talking about the psychology of grassroots activism, the power of being unique, and the radical accountability required to actually save a country. Sponsors: Subscribe and save up to $500. Use code SAGE for an additional $25 off your first order: https://www.goodranchers.com/ Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://mengotomars.com/ #sponsored Ready to give Toups a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://toupsandco.com/sage, and use code SAGE for 25% off your first order.

I spent 15 years only watching sports because of my life at ESPN, so I missed the initial Duck Dynasty craze—but getting to know Willie and Korie Robertson today was exactly what my soul needed. We go far beyond the camo and the beards to discuss the raw reality of family, faith, and what happens when your life changes overnight. In this episode, Korie and Willie get incredibly honest about their "rough start"—including a breakup at 17 and a "knockdown drag-out" fight with Korie's father before they got married at 18 and 19. We talk about the psychology of sudden fame, the "ginger angel" that changed Willie's health, and the "nuclear reactor" of stress that comes with running a family business while filming a hit TV show. We also dive deep into why they never left their hometown, how they handled the loss of the legendary Phil Robertson, and their mission to bring good news and revival to a world that feels increasingly dark. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their journey, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience and staying rooted in what matters. Sponsors: Good Ranchers - Subscribe and save up to $500. Use code SAGE for an additional $25 off your first order: https://www.goodranchers.com/ OneSkin - Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SAGE at https://www.oneskin.co/SAGE #oneskinpod #sponsored MASA Chips - Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http:// masachips.com/sage and using code SAGE. Chapters: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:04:04 – Why "Duck Dynasty" Resonated: Relatability & Prayer 00:06:16 – Rejecting Hollywood: The "Women Folk" Production Battle 00:08:06 – Streamers, COVID, & The Change in Entertainment 00:10:22 – Shaping Culture: Real Men Who Love Jesus 00:14:16 – Testing Faith: Fame, Money, and Deep Roots 00:18:59 – The Reality of Recognition: Standing with Bruce Springsteen 00:23:43 – The Badminton Bet: Willie's College Hoop Dreams 00:29:41 – The Greatest Fight: Scatagories & "Sneaker Bars" 00:34:40 – Married at 18: The Battle with Kory's Father 00:46:51 – Working with In-Laws: The Family Business Struggle 00:56:45 – Life in Monroe: Dealing with Local Fame 01:02:05 – The "Ginger Angel": Willie's Health Transformation 01:08:33 – Food Snobs: Why the Robertsons Don't Buy Off-Brands 01:13:57 – Take Me on a Date in the Woods: The Hunting Life 01:17:50 – Bearing Good News: Faith in a Scary World 01:25:00 – The Next Generation: Raising Kids & Nine Grandbabies 01:37:03 – Remembering Phil Robertson: Alzheimer's & The Gospel Legacy 01:45:00 – 34 Years Later: "It's Never Boring"

Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer joins me for a conversation that I'll never forget. We've all seen the headlines about his bravery in combat, but in this episode, we go far beyond the military accolades to discuss the real price of heroism and the silent struggle of mental health that follows the battlefield. Dakota is incredibly raw about the night he stood in the Battle of Ganjgal, the loss of his teammates, and the "big dirty secret" of the transition back to civilian life. We dive into the psychology of survival, how he navigated the weight of the Medal of Honor, and the faith and resilience required to rebuild a life when you feel like the world only sees the uniform. This isn't just a story about war; it's a masterclass in vulnerability and finding purpose in your darkest moments. Connect with Dakota Meyer: Instagram: @dakotameyer0317 Website: dakotameyer.com Sponsors: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SAGE and use code SAGE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://mengotomars.com/ #sponsored Ready to give Toups a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http:// toupsandco.com/sage, and use code SAGE for 25% off your first order. Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE.

Today's guest, Dr. John Delony, is someone I have admired from afar for a long time because he has a way of cutting through the noise and getting straight to the heart of what's breaking our families. In this conversation, John gets incredibly vulnerable about his own "big dirty secret" how his success in the world was masking a "nuclear reactor" of stress that made his own daughter feel unsafe to hug him. We dive deep into the "toolkit crisis" facing men today, why we've started pathologizing normal childhood behavior in boys, and the radical choice to rebuild a marriage from the ashes. John also turned the tables on me, asking why I decided to "run it back" and get married again after a 20-year journey. This is one of the most raw, honest, and faith-filled conversations I've ever had on this show. If you've ever felt like you were just "performing" your life instead of living it, this episode is for you. Sponsors: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SAGE and use code SAGE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:04:06 – Parenting Advice: "Don't Waste My Pain" 00:08:52 – Growing up with a Homicide Detective Dad 00:13:00 – Finding Your Gift: Compassion vs. Intelligence 00:15:43 – The Toolkit Crisis for Modern Men 00:20:20 – Blame Fairly: Setting Down the Cinder Block of Forgiveness 00:25:34 – Why We Are Pathologizing Being a Little Boy 00:31:30 – Lonely Parents & The Smartphone War 00:38:09 – Finding Safety: Sage Steele on Her New Marriage 00:44:31 – The Badass Lesson in Co-Parenting 00:49:45 – The Nuclear Reactor: Healing Hidden Family Trauma 00:56:45 – Marriage as a Covenant: Rebuilding from the Ashes 01:08:13 – Why Run It Back? Sage on Love, Faith, and Resurrection 01:16:08 – Crisis Response: Asking the Next Hard Question 01:25:00 – The Ringside Seat to Human Struggle

I am so honored to have Senator John Kennedy join me today. If you know the Senator, you know he tells it exactly like it is: no filter, no teleprompter, just straight common sense. We really went there in this one, covering everything from the high-stakes military action in Venezuela to the "special kind of stupid" he sees in government bureaucracy. We took a deep dive into the reality of what's happening at our border, the "loon wing" of the Democratic party, and why he's sounding the alarm on the rise of socialism in cities like New York. But beyond the politics, the Senator shared some incredibly personal stories including how he defied orders to save pets during Hurricane Katrina and his honest assessment of meeting with Joe Biden early in his presidency. Senator Kennedy is one of a kind. He's brilliant, he's hilarious, and he reminds us all why we have to stand strong because as he says, "weakness invites the wolves. Sponsors: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SAGE and use code SAGE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SAGE at https://www.oneskin.co/SAGE #oneskinpod #sponsored Chapters: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:26 – Interview Begins: Sage & The Senator 00:03:32 – "Nervous as a Pregnant Nun": Early Career Lessons 00:06:11 – The Best Military in Human History 00:08:50 – AD: PrizePicks 00:11:19 – The Arrest of Maduro & Venezuela's Future 00:16:03 – The Truth About Venezuela's Oil Reserves 00:18:20 – How to Stabilize a Nation (The Rubio Plan) 00:23:38 – AD: OneSkin 00:25:39 – ICE, Border Security, and Locking Your Front Door 00:29:00 – The Media's Narrative vs. The Facts 00:35:57 – "Socialism is for Morons": The Future of New York City 00:40:34 – Why Kennedy Left the Democratic Party 00:45:06 – The "Loon Wing" and Trump's Lack of Filter 00:48:10 – Media Bias & The Russian Hoax 00:49:45 – Meeting Joe Biden in 2021: A Personal Assessment 00:57:11 – Saving Pets During Hurricane Katrina 01:03:42 – "I Refuse to Hate": Faith and Politics 01:09:03 – The Secret Behind the Famous One-Liners 01:12:56 – "Weakness Invites The Wolves" BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk

In this edition of The Sage Steele Show, I sit down with Jesse Watters for a conversation you do not usually see on television. We talk about life beyond the camera. Family, marriage, faith, confidence, mistakes, and what it actually takes to stay grounded while working in a nonstop media environment. Jesse opens up about lessons learned, how his personal life has shaped the way he shows up on TV, and why authenticity matters more than ever. This is not a debate or a soundbite interview. It is a real conversation filled with humor, reflection, and moments you do not get in a studio setting. If you are curious about the man behind the headlines and what life looks like when the cameras turn off, this episode is for you. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SAGE and use code SAGE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk

In this episode, I sit down with Hodgetwins, and I can honestly say this might be the most I've ever laughed on this show. Yes, we talk about real issues. Culture. Politics. Identity. Accountability. But we also laugh a lot. Because that's who they are. Comedians who tell the truth without pretending it has to sound polished or safe. We get into what happens when you stop conforming, when you challenge expectations placed on how you're supposed to think, vote, or speak. We talk about black fatigue, social pressure, and the cost of honesty. But we also joke, tease, and laugh through it, because humor is often how people survive difficult conversations. This episode is honest, funny, uncomfortable at times, and genuinely joyful. It is proof that you can talk about serious topics without losing your sense of humor or your humanity. If you want a conversation that is real, unfiltered, and full of laughter, this one is for you. Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code SAGE at https://cowboycolostrum.com/SAGE/ Try Rho Nutrition today! Code SAGE for 20% OFF everything rhonutrition.com/discount/sage BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk