Quick Take: This Little Sacramental Moment
Michael speaks with Chris Matthews about Matthews' new book “THIS COUNTRY: My Life in Politics and History”
Jul 06, 2021•16 min
The Michael Steele Podcast
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Episodes
Simply Unfair or Absolutely Rigged: With Guest Dr. Jason Johnson
Michael speaks with guest Dr. Jason Johnson about recent decisions by the Supreme Court upholding state laws that hamper voting. Voting rights are in jeopardy in many states across the country.
Jul 02, 2021•47 min
Quick Take: Forgiveness is for Yourself
Michael Speaks with guest Yusef Salaam, who was one of the falsely accused central park five. Salaam talks about the American justice system in general, and about becoming better through an experience such as his. What happens to us does not define what happens inside. Salaam's new memoir is Better, Not Bitter: Living on Purpose in the Pursuit of Racial Justice.
Jun 30, 2021•16 min
What 6 to 3 Machete of Conservatism?: With Guest Dahlia Lithwick
Michael speaks with guest Dahlia Lithwick about the Supreme Court. The pair discuss the impact of Trump judicial appointees. In actuality are the newest justices playing politics or acting as the impartial judges they are meant to be?
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Quick Take: Getting Perspective
Michael speaks with former Navy Seal Commander Mike Hayes. The two discuss Hayes' book "Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning". They discuss leadership, service, growth and strength.
Jun 21, 2021•13 min
Is This How You Treat A Black Man In America?: With Guest Ted Johnson
Michael speaks with Ted Johnson about Johnson's new book "When the Stars Begin to Fall: Overcoming Racism and Renewing the Promise of America".
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr
Quick Take: There Are Still People Who Are Willing To Put Country Over Party
Michael speaks with Sophia Nelson about the radicalization of the Republican party which remains since Trump.
Jun 15, 2021•15 min
What Is This Moment A Prologue To?: With Guest Chris Matthews
Michael speaks with Chris Matthews about Matthews' new book “THIS COUNTRY: My Life in Politics and History”
Jun 11, 2021•53 min
Quick Take: Manchin Is The Point Man
Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar Show on 06-07-21. The pair discuss Joe Manchin's cooperation with Republicans.
Jun 08, 2021•11 min
The Exoneration Of The Central Park Five: With Guest Yusef Salaam
Michael Speaks with guest Yusef Salaam, who was one of the falsely accused central park five. Salaam talks about the American justice system in general, and about becoming better through an experience such as his. What happens to us does not define what happens inside. Salaam's new memoir is Better, Not Bitter: Living on Purpose in the Pursuit of Racial Justice.
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Quick Take: The Candidate Running to Replace MTG
Michael speaks with Marcus Flowers, running against Marjorie Taylor Greene in the 14th Congressional District in Georgia. The two speak about Flowers' reasons for running.
May 31, 2021•11 min
Leaning Into Those Hard Things: With Guest Mike Hayes
Michael speaks with former Navy Seal Commander Mike Hayes. The two discuss Hayes' book "Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning". They discuss leadership, service, growth and strength.
May 28, 2021•44 min
Quick Take: Intellectually and Politically Prepared
Michael speaks with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson about the Biden administration's proposals on childcare.
May 27, 2021•13 min
You Have To Be Out Of Your D&mn Mind: With Guest Sophia Nelson
Michael speaks with Sophia Nelson about the radicalization of the Republican party which remains since Trump.
May 21, 2021•48 min
Quick Take: The Message Is A Lie
This is Michael's recent appearance on The Rick Ungar Show. The pair discuss the ouster of Liz Cheney.
May 17, 2021•10 min
Fixing the Hot Mess In Georgia: With Guest Marcus Flowers
Michael speaks with Marcus Flowers, running against Marjorie Taylor Greene in the 14th Congressional District in Georgia. The two speak about Flowers' reasons for running.
May 14, 2021•38 min
Quick Take: A More Diverse History
Michael speaks with guest Kimberly Jones. They reflect on the importance of a full understanding of our country's history in the pursuit of equity.
May 10, 2021•13 min
It's All About The Children: With Guest Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson
Michael speaks with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson about the Biden administration's proposals on childcare.
May 06, 2021•47 min
Quick Take: It'd Be Remarkable How Much Change We Could Make
Michael speaks with Nick Troiano about how to improve American voting systems.
May 04, 2021•12 min
Some Guy Gave a Speech: With Guest Rick Ungar
Michael speaks with fill-in guest Rick Ungar about president Biden's ambitious proposals, the idea of a fifteen dollar an hour minimum wage, whether we really need to be concerned about the federal deficit, and more.
Apr 30, 2021•59 min
Quick Take: This Is Happening Everywhere
Michael Speaks with Don Calloway about the effort to push back on voting rights across the nation.
Apr 26, 2021•12 min
Now We Can Begin To Fix This: With Guest Kimberly Jones
Michael speaks with guest Kimberly Jones about the Chauvin trial and it's repercussions. They reflect on the importance of a full understanding of our country's history in the pursuit of equity.
Apr 24, 2021•53 min
Quick Take: So That We Don't Have To Go Through This Again
Michael discusses his reaction to verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Apr 21, 2021•8 min
Quick Take: It's Common Sense
Michael speaks with Kurt Bardella about the first crisis of the Biden administration with two mass shootings. Both are eager to see gun reform laws enacted, which are wildly popular across most segments of the American population.
Apr 19, 2021•12 min
Fixing the Electoral System: With Guest Nick Troiano
Michael speaks with Nick Troiano about how to improve American voting systems.
Apr 16, 2021•46 min
Quick Take: It Has Been Impressive
Michael and guest Bill Kristol discuss the first few months of the Biden administration and the ongoing challenges.
Apr 12, 2021•12 min
It Is Exactly As We See It: With Guest Don Calloway
Michael speaks with Don Calloway about Democratic political strategy, and the Chauvin trial.
Apr 09, 2021•57 min
Quick Take: A D@mn Good Job
Part 3 of Michael's recent appearance on The Rick Ungar Show. The pair discuss vaccination and Covid-19 economic relief efforts, the For The People Act and President Biden's first few months in office generally.
Apr 05, 2021•12 min
Derek Chauvin on Trial: With Guest Rick Ungar
Michael speaks with Rick Ungar about the Derek Chauvin trial. Then the pair talk about gun control, Biden's judicial picks and more.
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr
Quick Take: You Do What You Got To Do
This is part two of Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar Show, in which they discuss immigration. The two contemplate the need for clear messaging and cooperation between nations on the issue.
Mar 30, 2021•8 min
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