The Steve Gruber Show

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State Representative Bill G. Schuette joins Steve to discuss House Republicans’ new Red Tape Reduction Initiative, a sweeping, bipartisan package aimed at cutting unnecessary regulations, streamlining licensing, and making Michigan more affordable for families and businesses. Schuette explains how these reforms can boost job creation, reduce costs, and bring new energy to a state struggling with p...

Steve sits down with Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network, for a conversation about their recent trip to Charleston, South Carolina. From incredible food and historic charm to the strange realities of traveling during a government shutdown, they cover it all. Then the conversation takes a wild turn, after a woman orders medicine online and receives human parts instead.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — A federal court is ordering the Trump administration to start paying out SNAP food benefits.  In a weekend decision, the Rhode Island court said the administration must present a plan by Monday to either make full payments on that day or partial payments by Wednesday.  The program for low-income Americans has been suspended because of the shutdown. A...

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Simon Hankinson, Senior Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, joins Steve Gruber to break down his provocative new discussion, The Ten Woke Commandments You Must Not Obey. Hankinson explains how modern “woke” ideology is shaping education, government, and culture, and why resisting these mandates is essential for protecting traditional values, free speech, and personal liberty.  

Daniel Betts, attorney and Republican candidate for Texas’s 21st Congressional District, joins Steve Gruber to share what drives his candidacy and why he’s running for Congress. Betts discusses his political beliefs, priorities for government reform, and key issues facing Texans, including the ongoing government shutdown, SNAP benefits, and nationwide airport delays impacting families and business...

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is warning of more air travel disruption as the government shutdown continues.  During an appearance on CBS' Face the Nation, Duffy says passenger safety remains the top priority.  He predicted more slowdowns and delays along with flight cancellations due as air traffic controllers work without.  Major airlines hav...

Andrew Morris, Senior Litigation Counsel at the New Civil Liberties Alliance (NCLA), joins Scot Bertram to discuss the high-stakes legal battle over emergency tariffs. Morris explains the NCLA amici brief submitted to the Supreme Court, arguing that the executive branch lacks the legal authority to impose these tariffs without congressional approval, and what this case could mean for the balance o...

Mary L. G. Theroux, chairman and CEO of the Independent Institute, joins Steve Gruber to discuss her new book, Beyond Homeless: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes, Transformative Solutions. Theroux examines why well-meaning policies often fail to address homelessness and highlights how community-based solutions, from local initiatives to tailored support programs, can actually transform lives and provi...

On this episode, Steve Gruber talks with Michael Letts, law enforcement veteran and national security advocate, about a chilling plot that was stopped just in time for Halloween in Michigan. Letts details how law enforcement and community awareness work together to prevent domestic terror threats, and why ongoing vigilance is critical for keeping our neighborhoods safe.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — Those relying on SNAP benefits could be getting some relief soon, but timing is still uncertain.  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says some food assistance payments could start as soon as Wednesday, after the program ran out of money on November 1st due to the ongoing government shutdown. Two federal judges have now ordered the Trump administration...

Sisters Cristina and Tina Barr join Scot Bertram to share the heartwarming story behind their new children’s book, “Bigger.” This touching tale celebrates family, imagination, and the boundless love that helps children grow, both in heart and spirit.

Noah Rothman joins Scot Bertram for a conversation about the state of the conservative movement. Rothman takes aim at Kevin Roberts’s arguments, labeling them “bad faith” because they distract from serious policy and principle. At the same time, he argues that Donald Trump’s continued dominance is not helping the right cohere or move forward, his rhetoric and influence may be undermining conservat...

Karol Markowicz, columnist at the New York Post and Fox News, joins Scot Bertram to unpack the high-stakes 2025 mayoral race in New York City, where turnout, ideological shifts, and a fractured Democratic field are reshaping City Hall. She also casts a wide net: offering sharp takes on key elections in Virginia and New Jersey, and what they signal about broader national trends.

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines 

Greg Corombos, co‑host of the 3 Martini Lunch podcast and veteran political commentator, joins Scot Bertram to break down the most critical battlegrounds in Virginia’s upcoming elections. From tightening polls in the governor’s race to up‑for‑grabs seats in the House of Delegates, they dig into which campaigns could tip the balance of power and what voters should watch for.

Joel Penton, CEO of LifeWise Academy, joins Scot Bertram to explore how school choice is evolving from political polls to real-world impact. Penton discusses how LifeWise is helping families access quality education options that align with their values, the challenges parents face navigating public and private school systems, and why expanding school choice is crucial for America’s students and co...

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Sandra Smith, author and motivational speaker, joins Scot Betram to explore why Gen Z is rediscovering faith in an era often defined by skepticism and secularism. Drawing on her book I’m Saved, Now Where Do I Go From Here, Smith explains how young people are seeking purpose, community, and spiritual guidance, and why this trend may signal a meaningful revival in religious engagement across the cou...

Rep. Tim Walberg joins Scot Bertram to discuss a bipartisan effort to keep Michigan’s Selfridge Air National Guard A-10 fighter jets in service. With the Air Force planning early retirements, Walberg explains why these aircraft are critical to national defense, how local communities and service members are impacted, and the steps Congress is taking to ensure Michigan remains a hub of military read...

Ammon Blair, senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, joins Scot Bertram to discuss how partisan politics and ideological overreach are eroding America’s strength, from the military ranks to national leadership. Blair argues that the same forces that once sought to weaken the U.S. Army are now targeting the very foundation of the nation itself, through divisive rhetoric, cultural decay...

Scot Bertram discusses news and headlines

Steve Dulan, professor, attorney, and Second Amendment expert, joins The Steve Gruber Show to break down the latest developments shaking up the firearms community. A new Form 4 proposal could allow for silencers with a $0 transfer tax, marking a major shift in federal firearms regulation. Dulan also discusses the high-profile lawsuit by the NRA, Gun Owners of America, and Firearms Policy Coalition...