The Michael Steele Podcast

Why is the political right obsessed with calling everything "communism" while cutting special deals for massive corporations? Michael Steele looks into the gap between political talk and reality. He breaks down President Donald Trump’s recent comments on Dell Technologies to expose the blatant favoritism shaping today's politics. You’ll learn how to spot the hypocrisy of politicians who attack gov...

Why does America still struggle with the exact same racial divides decades later? Michael Steele shares a deeply personal look at how fear and prejudice continue to shape our country. Moving from his mother’s lived experiences to the realities of modern party politics, he exposes the roots of our current divisions. Watch to get a clearer understanding of today's political climate and see what it t...

Michael Steele dives into the evolving political landscape, focusing on the so-called "origin story" of the current movement within the Democratic Party. He addresses the narrative being pushed by Republicans, declaring the party as socialist, and counters it with insights on what voters truly desire: candidates who will fight for their interests. Michael highlights the recent successes of Democra...

Michael Steele delivers a crucial message about the integrity of American elections, emphasizing that they are not rigged despite claims to the contrary. He breaks down the complexities of the electoral system, highlighting how difficult it is to manipulate votes consistently. Michael warns against the dangerous narrative being pushed by Donald Trump and some Republicans, suggesting that questioni...

With a staggering 70% of U.S. farmers unable to afford the necessary inputs for their crops, Michael underscores the dire implications this has for food supply in the coming months. He connects the dots between economic turmoil and political leadership, critiquing the current administration's lack of a coherent economic agenda. As the nation grapples with these challenges, Michael calls for a retu...

Michael Steele shines a light on the troubling dynamics of government overreach and the weaponization of justice. He raises critical questions about the motivations behind recent legal maneuvers, particularly focusing on high-profile Democratic donors like Reid Hoffman. Michael argues that the administration's actions are not isolated incidents, but rather part of a broader pattern of targeting or...

Michael Steele tackles the stark realities of a system that favors the wealthy while leaving the middle class and the poor to fend for themselves. With insider information flowing to the elite, decisions are made that enrich a select few at the expense of the many. Michael exposes the troubling dynamics at play, from stock market manipulation to the alarming disconnect between policy and the every...

Ever wonder why some "leaks" result in massive investigations while others are ignored? It’s not always about national security—sometimes, it’s about the price tag. Michael Steele pulls back the curtain on the calculated strategy of using legal investigations to bankrupt small newsrooms and intimidate whistleblowers into silence. You’ll learn how the term "classified" is being used as a smokescree...

One wrong move in the Strait of Hormuz could send the global economy into a tailspin, yet the U.S. remains locked in a diplomatic stalemate that seems to have no exit strategy. Are we witnessing a massive disconnect in how the current administration reads the geopolitical chessboard? Michael Steele provides a sharp, skeptical look at the current trajectory and asks the hard question: Is anyone act...

Can you afford to wait for the "American Dream" to include you again? Right now, 84% of American families are being forced to make impossible sacrifices—choosing between a full tank of gas and a full plate of food. While the billionaire class builds ballrooms, everyday citizens are watching the price per gallon soar and their electric bills become unmanageable. Michael Steele breaks down the stark...

Imagine trying to convince a judge that a photo of seashells on a beach is actually a coded assassination plot. It sounds like a rejected script from a B-movie, but it is the current legal strategy being used to target James Comey. Michael Steele peels back the layers of what can only be described as the "epitome of dumb." We’re looking at a legal team so desperate to appease their "audience of on...

Why does one slip-up end a career for some, but barely move the needle for others? Michael Steele examines the "rhetoric gap" between Trump and Biden, arguing that while media fixations on verbal stumbles persist, there is a much deeper psychological shift in how the public actually processes modern leadership. Beyond a simple double standard, Michael offers a sharp look at why the traditional rul...

Thirteen soldiers are dead, troops are moving into the region, and the administration is threatening to level Iranian power plants—but is anyone actually at the helm? While the White House claims they are "negotiating" a deal, the reality looks less like a strategy and more like a high-stakes game of making it up as they go. Michael Steele breaks down the absurdity of a negotiation team that repor...

Gas prices are surging to a national average of $4.09, inflation is climbing, and only 24% of Americans believe the costs of the war with Iran are actually worth it. Instead of economic solutions, President Donald Trump is leaning into distractions—from a "no tax on tips" policy that expires before he’d even leave office to a bizarre public feud with the Pope. Michael Steele cuts through the White...

After Pope Leo’s recent criticisms of the war, the response from Washington has been nothing short of "erratic." From J.D. Vance telling the Pontiff to be "careful" when discussing theology to Speaker Mike Johnson claiming the "Just War Doctrine" is a settled political matter, the lines between Church and State are getting dangerously blurry. Michael Steele gives a masterclass in moral clarity and...

Is the war actually over, or are we just watching a high-stakes "fanciful traipse" through military options? While the White House claims victory in Lebanon, the reality on the ground tells a much more chaotic story. Michael Steele breaks down why a 21-hour "deal" isn't just unrealistic—it’s dangerous. He dives into the gap between Maria Bartiromo’s latest presidential scoop and the actual strateg...

Before the war, the Strait was open. Today, Iran holds more leverage than ever. Michael Steele breaks down the dangerous disconnect between the administration’s “video game” narrative and the reality of modern drone warfare. He explains how the geopolitical map just shifted—and what it means for global security. Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://w...

What happens when the Department of Justice stops representing you and starts representing only the White House? We are witnessing a systemic dismantling of the independence that once defined our legal institutions. For decades, the DOJ and FBI relied on "norms" rather than laws to remain non-partisan—but norms can be changed by whoever is in charge. Michael Steele dives into the mass firing of ov...

Is the government actually "broke," or is that just a convenient excuse? Michael Steele dismantles the myth that the U.S. must choose between national security and the survival of its most vulnerable citizens. While the White House claims we can’t "do it all," history tells a very different story. Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/we...

Imagine a government list—managed by Homeland Security and Social Security—that decides if you are "American enough" to cast a ballot. Michael Steele breaks down a disturbing shift in the political landscape: the push to turn citizenship verification into a tool for selective participation. Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight...

You’re stuck in a security line for five hours, and Washington is busy playing a game of "he-said, she-said." Senator Kennedy says his new bill will fix everything—so why isn't it moving? Michael Steele dives into the "machinations of the Senate" to show you exactly where your tax dollars are getting stuck. He exposes the irony of Republican lawmakers holding up their own TSA funding bill just to...

Ever wonder why gas prices are hitting record highs while the White House claims we’re “winning”? It all comes down to a high-stakes gamble in the Strait of Hormuz that isn’t paying off for the average American. Michael Steele dives into the "absurdity" of current Iran relations. He breaks down the mysterious “big present” President Trump claims to have received and why experts argue we’ve actuall...

A subpoena for James Comey has just hit the wires, but the details suggest the prosecution might be bluffing. Why is the Florida-based investigation specifically seeking documents rather than testimony? Michael Steele breaks down the legal chess match unfolding and the controversial role of Judge Aileen Cannon. Labeled as "dangerous" for her willingness to upend traditional court procedures, Canno...

Think you’re ready for the next election? Think again. Your most fundamental right is under fire, and the "SAVE Act" is the weapon being used to strip it away. This isn’t just about voter ID—Michael Steele explains how it’s a move to sabotage our elections by making registration nearly impossible for tens of millions of Americans. Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST...

Are we being told the full story about the conflict in Iran? Michael Steele goes behind the closed doors of a classified Pentagon briefing to reveal what the administration isn't saying in public. He explores the dangerous gap between intelligence and emotional leadership, the reality of the Iranian government's stability, and why billions in taxpayer dollars are being requested without a clear en...