The Michael Steele Podcast

Quick Take: We Have A Choice

Michael speaks with guest Jennifer Rubin about how women saved Democracy.

I Keep The Flame Burning On What Republicanism Is: With Guest Keith Boykin

Michael speaks with Keith Boykin about the race to stop the darkening of America engaged in by some conservative white segments of the population. They discuss the relationship between Black people and the Republican party, including the question everyone is curious about: Why Michael is still a Republican.

Quick Take: You're Not Defined By The Situation You Have Right Now

Michael speaks with Jarrett Adams. Adams was wrongfully convicted of a crime at age 17 and sentenced to 28 years in a maximum-security prison. He used the injustice he endured as motivation to become an advocate and attorney for others facing similar injustice.

Sh*t Changes When Women Have Had Enough: With Guest Jennifer Rubin

Michael speaks with guest Jennifer Rubin about how women saved Democracy.

Quick Take: That's Some King Sh*t

In part 1 of this interview, Michael shares a warm and personal conversation with Tyler Merritt, who's new book "I Take My Coffee Black" delves into many facets of his life as a black man.

Testimony to Perseverance: With Guest Jarrett Adams

Michael speaks with Jarrett Adams. Adams was wrongfully convicted of a crime at age 17 and sentenced to 28 years in a maximum-security prison. He used the injustice he endured as motivation to become an advocate and attorney for others facing similar injustice.

Quick Take: The Pink Tie That The Terrorist Was Wearing

Michael Speaks with human rights lawyer Arsalan Iftikhar. The pair discuss Muslims in America, the “Great Replacement” conspiracy theory and much more.

I Still Walk Out the Door as a Black Man, Part 2: With Guest Tyler Merritt

In part 2 of this interview, Michael shares a warm and personal conversation with Tyler Merritt, whose new book "I Take My Coffee Black" delves into many facets of his life as a black man.

I Still Walk Out the Door as a Black Man: With Guest Tyler Merritt

In part 1 of this interview, Michael shares a warm and personal conversation with Tyler Merritt, whose new book "I Take My Coffee Black" delves into many facets of his life as a black man.

Quick Take: The Way We Attempted to Deal With Our Complicated Reality

Michael and guest Randall Kennedy have a nuanced conversation about race, and the various terms black people have used to identify themselves.

Quick Take: We Could Do Better

Michael and guest Alonzo Bodden enjoy some comic relief to all the crazy that is still going around.

Huge A** Moments: With Guest Rick Ungar

Michael speaks with former co-host Rick Ungar about Afghanistan, the politicization of Covid-19 and it's potential treatments and more.

Our Worlds Are Coming Closer Together: With Guest Arsalan Iftikhar

Michael Speaks with human rights lawyer Arsalan Iftikhar. The pair discuss Muslims in America, the “Great Replacement” conspiracy theory and much more.

Quick Take: Afghanistan

Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar show on Thursday, August 26, 2021.

Embrace It All: With Guest Randall Kennedy

Michael and guest Randall Kennedy have a nuanced conversation about race relations including respectability politics, problems in policing, and the backlash against "critical race theory".

Quick Take: Supporting Effective Female Leaders

Michael speaks with former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock. The two talk about increasing numbers of women candidates for federal public office.

Booster Vaccines Are Coming: With Guest Dr. Leana Wen

Michael speaks with guest Dr. Leana Wen about the news that a third booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine will soon be available to Americans. They discuss further issues around Covid-19. Then, also, racial disparities in healthcare more generally.

Quick Take: Conservatism Is About Preserving Value

Michael speaks with guest Rick Tyler about compassion, human to human generosity and the limits of government in individuals' lives.

How Do You Keep A Straight Face? With Guest Alonzo Bodden

Michael and guest Alonzo Bodden enjoy some comic relief to all the crazy that is still going around.

Quick Take: Cut That Sh*t Out Of Your Body Like It's The Worst Cancer

Michael speaks with Alice Stewart about the status of the Republican party. Should the Republican party concern itself with keeping the Trump voter base?

They Called Her An Assistant: With Guest Congresswoman Barbara Comstock

Michael speaks with former congresswoman Barbara Comstock. The two talk about increasing numbers of women candidates for federal public office, about the crazy in the Republican Party, and about the allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo

Quick Take: Why The Hell Don't Democrats Think Like That?!

Michael speaks with guest Dr. Jason Johnson. They talk about vote suppression and how to combat it.

The Jumbotron Of Truth: With Guest Rick Tyler

Michael speaks with Rick Tyler. The pair discuss the Republican party's failure to respond to the January insurrection, the reasons for Trumpism, and more.

Quick Take: The Only Consistent Thing We have

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?

Quick Take: There's A Lot Of Gap That Can Be Closed

Michael's appearance on the Rick Ungar Show, originally aired on 07/14/21. The pair talk about taxes and inflation.

Let's Get Back to Principles and Policies: With Guest Alice Stewart

Michael speaks with guest Alice Stewart about voting rights, the January insurrection and how to get back to principles and policies after the Trump presidency.

The Filibuster Is In The Way: With Guest Rick Ungar

Michael speaks with former co-host Rick Ungar. The friends talk about a range of issues including the Filibuster, infrastructure bills, and the New York City mayoral race.

Quick Take: Active Agents In Our Liberty

Michael speaks with Ted Johnson about Johnson's new book "When the Stars Begin to Fall: Overcoming Racism and Renewing the Promise of America".

Why Don't You Just Have Her Cure Cancer?: With Guest Dr. Jason Johnson, part 2

Quick Take: This Little Sacramental Moment

Michael speaks with Chris Matthews about Matthews' new book “THIS COUNTRY: My Life in Politics and History”