The podcast dives into the shocking appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as President-elect Trump's pick for health secretary. It highlights a troubling health care crisis marked by a public distrust of quality services. A Gallup poll reflects waning confidence in health care, sparking discussions about urgent reforms needed from politicians and insurers. The episode also connects these issues to a recent violent incident involving a health care CEO, underscoring the tensions surrounding vaccine policies and children's health.

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Bitter End to Joe Biden's Presidency (with Michael Smerconish)" Michael Steele speaks with Brian Tyler Cohen about how Republicans have perfected the art of campaign branding, messaging and sloganeering and how Democrats can learn from their playbook. The pair analyze the branding of Obamacare, Michael Steele's "Fire Pelosi" campaign and what Democrats can take away from the 2024 election. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Check out Brian's book, "Shameless," here: https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Republicans-Deliberate-Dysfunction-Democracy/dp/0063392887 Follow Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Michael Steele reacts to FBI Director Christopher Wray stepping down and how everyone is acting like Donald Trump is president already. Catch Michael Steele on The Weekend Saturdays and Sundays 8am to 10am on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/the-weekend Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele 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 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend!

In this engaging discussion, Brian Tyler Cohen, a Progressive YouTuber and MSNBC contributor, highlights how Republicans have mastered campaign branding and messaging. He discusses the failures of Democrats to adapt their strategies and suggests a more authentic approach to connect with voters. Cohen critiques Republican tactics that vilify opponents while sharing insights from his book, "Shameless." He emphasizes the need for Democrats to refine their media strategies and target real economic issues to regain public trust ahead of the 2024 elections.

This is an excerpt from the full episode "The Bitter End to Joe Biden's Presidency (with Michael Smerconish)" Michael Steele speaks with Michael Smerconish about Joe Biden pardoning Hunter Biden and why an open Democratic convention wouldn't have worked. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Listen to The Smerconish Podcast on SiriusXM, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Michael Smerconish @Smerconish Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnlineJoe Biden Was Always Going to Pardon Hunter Biden (Quick Take)

Michael Steele speaks with Michael Smerconish about how Americans have much more in common than it seems, despite how the media paints our political divides, Pete Hegseth's mom calling him an abuser, Joe Biden pardoning Hunter Biden, and why Democrats lost in 2024. If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Listen to The Smerconish Podcast on SiriusXM, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Michael Smerconish @Smerconish Follow Michael Steele @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Michael Steele and Alicia Menendez discuss Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Visit to Mar-a-Lago. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_ste... Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-mich...

Timothy Snyder, renowned historian and author of On Tyranny and On Freedom, dives into the depths of freedom as it relates to the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. He shares how his experiences in Ukraine shaped his understanding of sovereignty and identity. The conversation explores the nuances of U.S. support in Ukraine, critiques the implications of negotiating with tyrants, and discusses the necessity of statehood for true liberation in Gaza. Snyder also emphasizes empathy as a vital ingredient in fostering a shared humanity amid conflict.

Michael Steele speaks with Timothy Snyder about his new book, "On Freedom." The pair define freedom and discuss what it looks like for young people, American families and those in Ukraine and Gaza. They also explore how AI alters our freedom and what it means to be human.  Check out the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Timothy-Snyder/dp/0593728726 If you enjoyed this podcast, be sure to leave a review or share it with a friend! Follow Timothy @TimothyDSnyder Follow Michael @MichaelSteele Follow the podcast @steele_podcast Follow The Bulwark @BulwarkOnline

Michael Steele reacts to Trump's cabinet picks. Follow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteele Listen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/the-mich...