

The Michael Steele Podcast
The Bulwark
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.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: The Hidden Game: Is Trump's Legal Strategy Really About Money?
What if the political chaos in Washington is actually a smokescreen for a deeper financial strategy? Michael Steele reveals the underlying economic incentives driving political maneuvers. Discover the real, calculated motive behind the ongoing legal battles and the price being paid by those targeted by the administration.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Oct 22, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: Fact or Farce? Unpacking the Patel Claims & the Fight for Accountability
Are Cash Patel's claims reality or political theater? Join Michael Steele as he cuts through the noise on the financial dealings and investigations surrounding figures like Jack Smith. In a chaotic political landscape, you'll get the clarity needed to understand the real implications of these events and the formidable challenge of holding power accountable.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 17, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: John Bolton's Indictment: "Sounds an awful lot like Donald Trump's situation."
The legal fight against John Bolton is not just a personal struggle—it's a startling dress rehearsal for the courtroom drama facing President Donald Trump. Michael Steele dissects the bombshell indictments, drawing sharp parallels between the two cases. He explores what this intense battle reveals about the true power of the White House and why dissent is a constitutional necessity in the fight for the rule of law.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 15, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: "There's nothing more American than a No Kings Day."
Drawing on his experience as RNC chairman, Michael Steele offers a direct critique of the political machine, specifically addressing the deliberate uniformity of messaging observed at major rallies. His analysis culminates in a profound concern: the calculated use of language and messaging is actively contributing to the dangerous rise of a "kingship mentality" and centralized power structure within the GOP.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast
Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 10, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: Selective Justice: The Mortgage Fraud Double Standard Rocking Washington
A crisis of hypocrisy has gripped Washington, laying bare a disturbing pattern of selective prosecution. Michael Steele discusses recent high-profile mortgage fraud allegations and explores the broader, dangerous implications. He dissects the actions of the President and his Justice Department against key figures like Tish James, exposing the irony of their zealous focus amid serious, unaddressed issues within their own sphere. This is an essential view for understanding how political defiance is being managed—or mismanaged—at the highest levels of power.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 8, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: ICE, Fear, & the Constitution: Are We Living Under the Threat of Government Power?
Michael Steele cuts through the noise on immigration, government power, and the rhetoric shaping the national conversation. He dissects the controversial political narratives that create a climate of fear, especially concerning the role of ICE agents and law enforcement. Steele also shares his insights on what it means when a former President floats the idea of invoking the Insurrection Act.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 3, 2025 • 4min
A Moment Of Clarity: Trump's Racist Memes: The Sombrero Controversy Explained
The alarming use of racism and racial stereotypes in political discourse is a critical issue that demands attention. Michael Steele breaks down President Donald Trump's recent controversial "sombrero" meme—and the insidious strategy behind using microaggressions as political tools.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Oct 1, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: Trump & the Military: The Dangerous Line Crossed in Leadership
Michael Steele explores the recent controversial actions by President Donald Trump concerning the U.S. military. Steele analyzes the serious implications for the constitutional balance of power, the role of the armed forces, and the precedents these actions set for future presidencies.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast
Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Sep 26, 2025 • 2min
A Moment Of Clarity: Trump's Comey Indictment & The Erosion of Democracy
Former RNC Chairman Michael Steele doesn't hold back. In this urgent analysis, he dissects the explosive indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and explains its real-world consequences. Is this the moment President Trump's administration fully erodes the rule of law? Steele breaks down the clear path to centralized power, what it means when a government uses its authority to target political opponents, and the terrifying future of American democracy.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast
Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o

Sep 24, 2025 • 3min
A Moment Of Clarity: "Your countries are going to hell!" - President Donald Trump's Middle Finger Speech
Analyzing President Trump's shocking UN address where he told world leaders, "Your countries are going to hell!" Michael Steele dives deep into Trump's bold statements, including his dismissal of climate change as a "con job" and his dramatic questioning of the United Nations' very purpose. Plus, Steele scrutinizes Trump's shifting stance on the Ukraine-Russia conflict and the urgent need for steadfast leadership on the global stage.
Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknight
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Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-michael-steele-podcast
Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6o


