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The Michael Steele Podcast

The Michael Steele Podcast

The Bulwark

Politics, Government, History, News

4.83.1K Ratings

Overview

The Michael Steele Podcast is a podcast hosted by former Republican National Committee Chairman and Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele. Each week, Michael moderates a barbershop style discussion about the key political and cultural issues of the day. Michael brings his experience as an MSNBC political analyst and from a lifetime in politics to a podcast which transcends traditional political boundaries in order to dig deep and find real solutions.

707 Episodes

Uncovering Government Secrets Is Not for the Weak (with Miranda Spivack)

Michael Steele speaks with Miranda Spivack, a veteran journalist who specializes in stories about government accountability and secrecy. The pair discuss her new book, "Backroom Deals in Our Backyards: How Government Secrecy Harms Our Communities and the Local Heroes Fighting Back." Plus, how federal budget cuts will impact government support and transparency and what people can do if they're feeling helpless about what's happening in the country. Check out Miranda's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Backroom-Deals-Our-Backyards-Communities/dp/1620978555 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Miranda Spivack @mirandareporter Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Why Michael Steele Won't Leave the Republican Party (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Oren Cass about what drew him to the Republican party as a 17-year-old, the three elements that define what Republicanism means to him and why he refuses to leave the party today, even after it's changed. The pair also discuss DEI and the stereotyping Donald Trump used to target young male Black voters. Check out Oren Cass' new book here: https://www.amazon.com/New-Conservatives-Restoring-Commitment-Community/dp/B0DXD6CB8M If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Oren Cass @oren_cass Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

Trump's Disastrous First 100 Days (with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz)

Michael Steele speaks with Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz about Trump's First 100 Days of his second term. They discuss the economic impact Americans are facing, the deporations occurring without due process and what Democrats can do to expose the incompetency of the current administration.  If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz @DWStweets Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2025

The New Conservative: Tariffs, Trade and Why Michael Steele Is Still a Republican (with Oren Cass)

Michael Steele speaks with Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass, about who the "New Conservative" is, the case for tariffs, and how to build a trading system that actually works for Americans. Plus, what made Michael join the Republican Party nearly 50 years ago and the stereotypes and misconceptions about young Black men joining MAGA. Check out Oren Cass' new book here: https://www.amazon.com/New-Conservatives-Restoring-Commitment-Community/dp/B0DXD6CB8M If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Oren Cass @oren_cass Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "They absolutely don't care! They're tanking the economy!"

"Would ya'll please start acting like damn voters, and vote!" Michael Steele discusses Trump's hefty tariffs that shook business and consumer confidence. Then delves into the importance of active participation in elections and the need for voters to hold their representatives accountable. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "That's amusingly stupid! Putting an election denier in charge of dismantling the VOA."

The Trump administration recently reassigned Kari Lake to dismantle Voice Of America, a government funded broadcaster. Michael Steeles delves into the motivations behind these actions, the impact on global soft power, and the broader quest to rebuild trust in government institutions. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Michael Fanone Didn't Ask to Be Pardoned (Quick Take)

Michael Fanone didn't ask for a preemptive pardon from Biden, but he got one anyway. He speaks with Michael Steele about this, as well as how learning about the dark history of American law enforcement helped him to understand why there's so much resentment towards cops today. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael Fanone on Substack @MichaelFanone Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Are you high?!?" Michelle Obama doesn't have to defend herself!

Michelle Obama breaks the silence regarding her absence from Trump's inauguration. Michael Steele reacts and suggests Republicans could learn a thing or two from Michelle Obama about breaking away from stupid. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Policing the Constitution (with Michael Fanone)

Michael Steele is joined by Michael Fanone. The pair discuss the January 6th pardons, how Trump is bypassing the constitution to target immigrants and the role law enforcement is playing in this process. Plus, the time Mike convinced Nancy Pelosi to let him drink beers on the lawn of the Capitol. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Michael Fanone on Substack @MichaelFanone Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Trump's Policies Hurt MAGA, Too (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Congressman Suhas Subramanyam about how MAGA supporters are beginning to see the impact of DOGE in their own communities.  If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rep. Suhas Subramanyam @RepSuhas Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

How DOGE Cuts Are Reshaping America's Future (With Rep. Suhas Subramanyam)

Michael Steele is joined by Congressman Suhas Subramanyam. The pair discuss what DOGE cuts will mean for America’s future, and how even MAGA supporters are beginning to see the impact in their own communities. Plus, how these cuts are hurting America’s ability to be a global leader in tech, science, and innovation. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rep. Suhas Subramanyam @RepSuhas Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

How DOGE Cuts Are Reshaping America's Future (with Rep. Suhas Subramanyam)

Michael Steele is joined by Congressman Suhas Subramanyam. The pair discuss what DOGE cuts will mean for America’s future, and how even MAGA supporters are beginning to see the impact in their own communities. Plus, how these cuts are hurting America’s ability to be a global leader in tech, science, and innovation. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rep. Suhas Subramanyam @RepSuhas Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

A Moment of Clarity: DOGE'S Performative Destruction

Michael Steele discusses Kari Lake and the Trump Administration shutting down Voice of America. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

How Obama and Pelosi Betrayed Biden in 2024 (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes, authors of the new book "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House." They discuss why Democratic leadership didn't tell Biden not to run in 2024, how Obama and Nancy Pelosi tried to get Biden to drop out of the race and Biden's refusal to endorse Kamala Harris. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Inside-Wildest-Battle-White/dp/006343864X Follow Jonathan Allen @jonallendc Follow Amie Parnes @amieparnes Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Fears of a global recession are rising!"

Michael Steele dissects the looming fears of a recession echoed by Wall Street's elite, the tensions between Trump and prominent figures over trade policies, and the implications of recent Supreme Court decisions on deportations. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Did Kamala Ever Stand a Chance? Inside the Battle for the White House (with Jonathan Allen & Amie Parnes)

What exactly happened during Kamala Harris’ short-lived 107-day presidential campaign that made her lose the election? Michael Steele speaks with Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes, authors of the new book "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House." They discuss how a single Trump ad helped sink Kamala’s chances, Biden’s refusal to endorse her, and the private efforts by Obama and Pelosi to oust Biden without putting Kamala on the ticket. Plus, what lessons Democrats must take from 2024 in order to have a chance in 2028. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Inside-Wildest-Battle-White/dp/006343864X Follow Jonathan Allen @jonallendc Follow Amie Parnes @amieparnes Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

How the Hell Is It Legal for Elon to Buy an Election? (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Jim Acosta about Elon Musk's attempt to win the Supreme Court Wisconsin election and the terrible consequences we must face if Ukraine falls. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Jim Acosta @Acosta Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025

There's Gotta Be More to Us Than Giving Up (with Jim Acosta)

Michael Steele speaks with Jim Acosta about how Trump's out of touch tariffs will impact Americans and how journalists should approach reporting the second Trump term. Plus, Elon Musk's attempt to win the Supreme Court Wisconsin election and the terrible consequences we must face if Ukraine falls. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Jim Acosta @Acosta Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "​Do ​you ​really ​think ​Pete ​Hegseth cares?"

Michael Steele discusses Pete Hegseth's recklessness with sensitive national secrets and the importance of holding officials accountable. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

The  Hyper Political Pastors Radicalizing America (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Katherine Stewart, an expert on religious nationalism, about the roles of wealthy funders and Christian nationalist movement leaders to subvert democracy.  Check out her latest book, Money, Lies and God here: https://www.amazon.com/Money-Lies-God-Movement-Democracy/dp/163557854X If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Katherine Stewart @kathsstewart Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy (with Katherine Stewart)

Michael Steele speaks with Katherine Stewart, an expert on religious nationalism and the assault on American democracy, about her book, "Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy." The pair discuss the roles of various groups, such as wealthy funders and Christian nationalist movement leaders to subvert democracy. They also discuss Pete Hegseth's Signal group chat, the abuse of power in the Church and the urgent need for citizens to defend democratic principles. Check out her latest book, Money, Lies and God here: https://www.amazon.com/Money-Lies-God-Movement-Democracy/dp/163557854X If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Katherine Stewart @kathsstewart Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

What Holds Atheists Back from Religion? (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with New York Times opinion columnist and author Ross Douthat about his new book, "Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious." The pair discuss the biggest stumbling blocks for religious belief in America today. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Why-Everyone-Should-Religious/dp/0310367581 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Ross Douthat @DouthatNYT Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2025

Confronting Religious Blocks (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with New York Times opinion columnist and author Ross Douthat about his new book, "Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious." The pair discuss the biggest stumbling blocks for religious belief in America today. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Why-Everyone-Should-Religious/dp/0310367581 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Ross Douthat @DouthatNYT Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Put the popcorn down, D*MN IT, and unelect their you-know-what!"

Michael Steele breaks down how President Trump could transform the United States, how he's distracting the country with his melodrama, and the reality of the consequences of electing an outright liar. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Is Our Political Identity Now Stronger Than Our Religious Identity? (with Ross Douthat)

Michael Steele speaks with New York Times opinion columnist and author Ross Douthat about his new book, "Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious." The pair discuss  how political identity now overshadows religious identity, the decline of religion in the U.S and how we can begin to reconcile science and faith. Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Why-Everyone-Should-Religious/dp/0310367581 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Ross Douthat @DouthatNYT Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Deporting child with brain cancer?! The inhumanity of it all..."

Michael Steele discusses the deportation of a U.S. citizen child recovering from brain cancer and how President Trump was blocked from using the Alien Enemies Act for mass deportations. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

Are Democrats Beginning to Take a Page Out of the Republican Playbook? (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Republican strategist, Lincoln Project co-founder and NYT best-selling author, Rick Wilson. The pair discuss the importance of everyday people speaking out against the current administration, how power-hungry Marco Rubio is being humiliated by Trump and what needs to happen in order to prepare for the 2026 midterms. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rick Wilson @TheRickWilson Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

No More Nice- We Must Hold Trump and Musk Accountable (with Rick Wilson)

Michael Steele speaks with Republican strategist, Lincoln Project co-founder and NYT best-selling author, Rick Wilson. The pair discuss the havoc Elon Musk and Donald Trump have wreaked on national and global stability. Plus, the importance of outspoken opposition, how power-hungry Marco Rubio is being humiliated by Trump and what needs to happen in order to prepare for the 2026 midterms. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Rick Wilson @TheRickWilson Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

A Moment of Clarity: "Tired of being told to shut up and take it yet?"

Michael Steele details the groundswell movement happening across the country in protest of the Trump administration as well as Trump's ultimate endgame in Ukraine. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

King Donald the First (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Sophia A. Nelson about Trump's joint address on Tuesday, including his rhetoric on DEI.  Plus, Trump's meeting with Zelenskyy, America's relationship with Russia and how Donald Trump is similar to King George the Third. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Sophia A. Nelson @IAmSophiaNelson Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2025

What the Hell Was That Trump Speech? DEI, Culture Wars & "Meritocracy" (with Sophia A. Nelson)

Michael Steele speaks with Sophia A. Nelson, scholar, author, and DEI facilitator, about Trump's joint address on Tuesday, including his rhetoric on DEI, meritocracy and the culture wars. Michael and Sophia also discuss our current era of Post Reconstruction 2.0, white folks' misinterpretation of 'wokeness,' Trump's meeting with Zelenskyy and America's relationship with Russia. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Sophia A. Nelson @IAmSophiaNelson Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Well that was rich!" Trump's Joint Address to Congress

Michael Steele reacts to Trump's Joint Address to Congress on March 5, 2025. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: I cannot believe the sheer stupidity of what we witnessed between Trump and Zelenskyy.

Michael Steele breaks down President Trump's poor reaction to the release of the Epstein Files and further explains America's embarrassing moment in the White House with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

How Kash Patel and Dan Bongino Are Changing the FBI (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Ryan J. Reilly, justice reporter for NBC News, about what Kash Patel and Dan Bongino joining the FBI means for America. Check out Ryan's book, “Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System,” here: https://www.amazon.com/Sedition-Hunters-January-Justice-System/dp/1541701801 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Ryan Reilly @ryanjreilly.com Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Zelensky, Trump, And The Sh**show In The Oval Office: Make Mine A Double With Guest Denver Riggleman

In this episode of Make Mine A Double, Michael Steele dives into the chaotic exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky during a recent Oval Office meeting. Joined by former Congressman Denver Riggleman, they dissect the awkward moments, J.D. Vance's controversial remarks, and the implications for U.S. foreign policy. From discussing the disrespect shown to Zelensky to the broader ramifications of Trump's approach to diplomacy, this episode offers a critical look at a pivotal moment in American politics. Sit back and join us for a drink as we navigate through this political whirlwind!

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

A Moment of Clarity: Rep. Greene's DOGE defense is an untenable level of stupid!

Michael Steele reacts to Musk taking charge in Trump's first cabinet meeting as the most important man in the room and Rep. Marjorie Greene Taylor stating that federal employees don't deserve their jobs.  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

How Amateur U.S Citizens Beat the FBI at Investigating Jan. 6th (with Ryan J. Reilly)

Michael Steele speaks with Ryan J. Reilly, justice reporter for NBC News whose reporting on the Capitol attack has been cited by the Jan. 6 committee and the FBI. The pair discuss the everyday Americans that beat the FBI at investigating the insurrection, what Kash Patel's confirmation and this new version of the FBI means for America and how Trump is trying to rewrite January 6th. Check out Ryan's book, “Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System,” here: https://www.amazon.com/Sedition-Hunters-January-Justice-System/dp/1541701801 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Ryan Reilly @ryanjreilly.com Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

A Moment of Clarity: "Let's start with the chickens because you're next!"

Michael Steele discusses Elon Musk's role in firing federal employees and how Trump is failing to address the price of eggs and rising cases of Bird Flu.  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

We Can't Be Fighting Each Other AND Trump (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Tamika D. Mallory, social justice leader and movement strategist who led the historic 2017 Women’s March. They discuss organizing a revolution in 2025, why Black women are boycotting Target and the importance of doing the work for the midterms now, before it's too late. Check out her book, “I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience” here: https://www.amazon.com/Lived-Tell-Story-Tamika-Mallory/dp/1982173491 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Tamika D. Mallory: @tamikadmallory Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "Ending income tax?? Hey idiots, where will funding come from?!"

Michael responds to the news of Mitch McConnell's retirement, Elizabeth Warren calling out Musk's conflict of interest with the Consumer Watchdog group and Trump's email about ending income tax. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "The end game is Trump with a crown on his head!"

Michael Steele appears on The Reid Out responding to Trump's endorsement of a budget that slashes Medicaid and gives big tax cuts to the wealthy. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Organizing a Revolution in 2025 (With Tamika D. Mallory)

Michael Steele speaks with Tamika D. Mallory, social justice leader and movement strategist who led the historic 2017 Women’s March. The pair discuss how Tamika discovered her purpose in activism, what makes for successful organizing and what leading a movement looks like in this new era of Trump. Check out her book, “I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience” here: https://www.amazon.com/Lived-Tell-Story-Tamika-Mallory/dp/1982173491 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Tamika D. Mallory: @tamikadmallory Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

A Moment of Clarity: Get off your A*S and say something about Elon Musk!

Michael Steele discusses Elon Musk getting his tentacles in our government, lives and data. He also discusses Trump choosing Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence and DOGE's plan to cut federal jobs. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Is Trump Untouchable? (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with former U.S. Congressman and former Presidential candidate, Joe Walsh about Trump's claim to be untouchable, the current dismantling of federal programs and how the party of Reagan turned MAGA. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Joe Walsh @WalshFreedom Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 15 February 2025

Trump Is Drafting a New Constitution (with Joe Walsh)

Michael Steele speaks with former U.S. Congressman and former Presidential candidate, Joe Walsh. The pair discuss Tulsi Gabbard becoming Director of National Intelligence, the new constitution Trump is drafting and how the Republican Party evolved from Lincoln to Tea Party to MAGA and what we can do about it now. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Joe Walsh @WalshFreedom Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "I don't know what to tell you boo! You KNEW!"

Michael Steele responds to MAGA supporters being surprised at Trump's recent actions and urges voters to call their representatives and urge them to take action. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

A Moment of Clarity: Musk is taking food away from starving people and hurting American farmers

Michael Steele discusses the impact of cutting USAID funding on American farmers. Steele also responds to Trump giving Musk unprecedented access to federal systems and backing employees with unsavory backgrounds. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/  Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

Has Groupthink Has Made Us Fall Out of Touch with Reality?

Michael Steele is joined by Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Robert George, two friends on opposite sides of the political spectrum who met while teaching at Princeton University. They discuss abandoning tribalism and groupthink in order to seek the truth. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out "Truth Matters: A Dialogue on Fruitful Disagreement in an Age of Division" here: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Matters-Dialogue-Fruitful-Disagreement/dp/B0DBR1PYWL Follow Dr. Cornel West: @CornelWest Follow Dr. Robert George @@McCormickProf Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

Has Groupthink Made Us Fall Out of Touch with Reality? (Quick Take)

Michael Steele is joined by Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Robert George, two friends on opposite sides of the political spectrum who met while teaching at Princeton University. They discuss abandoning tribalism and groupthink in order to seek the truth. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out "Truth Matters: A Dialogue on Fruitful Disagreement in an Age of Division" here: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Matters-Dialogue-Fruitful-Disagreement/dp/B0DBR1PYWL Follow Dr. Cornel West: @CornelWest Follow Dr. Robert George @@McCormickProf Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

A Moment Of Clarity: "You're just a pawn in a grotesque political move!"

Michael Steele reacts to Trump's offer to buyout thousands of federal employees and the CIA sending an unclassified emails with a list of names. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend  Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele  Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o   If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

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