The Michael Steele Podcast
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.
Episodes
Michael Steele discusses the implications of President Donald Trump's strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, the U.S. administration's counteractions, and Iran's intricate geopolitical position.
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June 22, 2025 • 25 mins
NOTE: This is a clip from a livestream recorded on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025. You can watch the whole stream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MPX4wavMKE&list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o&index=2
Michael Steele hosts a barbershop with Elie Mystal, John Fugelsang, Karen Hunter, Molly-Jong Fast & Lucy Caldwell. They discuss "surviving" and "thriving" in the current political climate and the challen...
Michael Steele hosts a barbershop with Elie Mystal, John Fugelsang, Karen Hunter, Molly-Jong Fast & Lucy Caldwell. They discuss "surviving" and "thriving" in the current political climate and the challen...
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Michael Steele speaks with three Republicans who are working to revive a party that has disintegrated through division and chaos. Former Chairman Chris Vance, former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock and former Congressman Charlie Dent join the podcast to discuss how the GOP has devolved under MAGA and what the party will look like in 20 years.
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Michael Steele is joined by some of his favorite past guests for a special live stream barbershop episode to wrap up the podcast before it goes on hiatus.
Elie Mystal, John Fugelsang, Karen Hunter, Lucy Caldwell and Molly Jong-Fast join the podcast to discuss current events and politics. Plus, Michael and his guests take questions from the live audience.
Elie Mystal, John Fugelsang, Karen Hunter, Lucy Caldwell and Molly Jong-Fast join the podcast to discuss current events and politics. Plus, Michael and his guests take questions from the live audience.
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June 9, 2025 • 64 mins
Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett joins Michael Steele on the podcast. She describes the frustration of hearing people say that Democrats aren't doing anything, despite their efforts in the House and the Senate. Rep. Plaskett also discusses not being allowed to vote for Speaker as a representative for the Virgin Islands, how Medicaid cuts would hurt Americans, Senator Joni Ernst's bizarre comments about people dying and David Hogg...
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June 6, 2025 • 14 mins
Eugene Daniels, Rick Wilson, April Ryan, and Jason Johnson join Michael Steele to discuss whether Elon Musk is ACTUALLY leaving the White House.
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June 5, 2025 • 2 mins
Michael Steele rips into the weaponization of federal power under the Trump administration, exposing how the Department of Justice became a tool for political retribution and fertile ground for corruption in law enforcement.
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Michael Steele is joined by some of his favorite past guests for a special live stream barbershop episode to wrap up the podcast before it goes on hiatus.
Eugene Daniels, Rick Wilson, April Ryan and Jason Johnson join Michael to discuss whether Elon Musk is ACTUALLY leaving the White House, the coverups to keep Biden in the 2024 race, how to turn Democrats into fighters and what kind of Democratic leadership we need r...
Eugene Daniels, Rick Wilson, April Ryan and Jason Johnson join Michael to discuss whether Elon Musk is ACTUALLY leaving the White House, the coverups to keep Biden in the 2024 race, how to turn Democrats into fighters and what kind of Democratic leadership we need r...
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June 2, 2025 • 1 min
The Michael Steele Podcast (in its current form) is going on hiatus, so Michael is bringing together some favorite podcast guests from past episodes for a big, live streamed barbershop on politics, culture and current events. Join Michael Steele, Rick Wilson, Eugene Daniels, Tara Setmayer, Dr. Jason Johnson and April Ryan on Tuesday, June 3rd at 10 a.m. ET. (They will be taking audience questions at the end of the podcast!)
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May 30, 2025 • 17 mins
Jonathan Capehart discusses his extremely awkward first encounter with Rev. Al Sharpton and the nature of their contentious relationship. Plus, Jonathan talks about his work to save the NY Apollo Theater and the importance of holding elected officials accountable.
Check out Jonathan Capehart's memoir here: https://www.amazon.com/Yet-Here-Am-Lessons-Search/dp/1538767066
Check out Jonathan Capehart's memoir here: https://www.amazon.com/Yet-Here-Am-Lessons-Search/dp/1538767066
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May 30, 2025 • 10 mins
David French (political commentator) and Michael Steele explore into the intricacies of political discourse and how human connection bridges partisan divides.
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May 29, 2025 • 1 min
Michael Steele doesn't hold back, sharply criticizing President Trump's recent comments on Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. Steele zeroes in on Trump's apparent disappointment over the violence amid ongoing negotiations, then directly challenges him to take responsibility for the deteriorating situation.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weeken...
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May 29, 2025 • 67 mins
Jonathan Capehart made Michael Steele put on a button-down for this interview, so you know it got real, fast. Jonathan joins the podcast to discuss his extremely awkward first encounter with Rev. Al Sharpton and the nature of their contentious relationship, Jonathan's work to save the NY Apollo Theater that led to his Pulitzer win and the time he self-sabotaged so badly that he ran out of a job interview with Bloomberg. Plus, ...
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May 26, 2025 • 11 mins
Alencia Johnson (presidential adviser and cultural commentator) speaks with Michael Steele about how rest and self-preservation can be an act of resistance in today's political climate.
Check out Alencia's book, "Flip the Tables: The Everyday Disruptor’s Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change," here: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Tables-Everyday-Disruptors-Finding/dp/1546007601
Check out Alencia's book, "Flip the Tables: The Everyday Disruptor’s Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change," here: https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Tables-Everyday-Disruptors-Finding/dp/1546007601
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May 23, 2025 • 61 mins
Michael Steele speaks with David French about what the election of an American Pope means for the U.S (and the world). Plus, how politics is beginning to replace religion, the way to actually engage with hyper political people with differing views, Kristi Noem's Habeas Corpus comments and the world's lack of bible literacy.
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May 23, 2025 • 2 mins
Michael Steele unpacks the absurdity of trade tariffs, focusing on their real-world impact, especially on the toy industry. He challenges Donald Trump's claims about children's access to dolls, revealing how tariffs limit family options and inflate prices on everything from toys to coffee and lumber.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend
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May 23, 2025 • 3 mins
Michael Steele explores the precarious future of Indiana Medicaid, on which 1.8 million depend. He analyzes the impact of potential cuts, benefit definition shifts, legislative debates, and executive orders shaping healthcare affordability and transparency.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend
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May 23, 2025 • 1 min
Michael Steele addresses the critical issues of government accountability and the emoluments clause, emphasizing the crucial need for transparency and a decisive congressional stance against corruption.
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May 23, 2025 • 2 mins
Michael Steele analyzes the complexities of the Constitution and the implications of Donald Trump's recent remarks on the separation of church and state.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend
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May 22, 2025 • 73 mins
How can we begin to disrupt our community to make change? Michael Steele speaks with Alencia Johnson, presidential adviser and cultural commentator. The pair discuss creating impact in one's community, the importance of self-preservation and rest in today's political landscape, Alencia's journey working with Planned Parenthood as a Christian woman and the power of telling our stories.
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