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The Middle Ground Mic

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Tired of partisan bullshit tearing America apart while politicians hide behind excuses and sacred cows get endless protection? Step into The MiddleGround Mic, the no-compromise centrist politics podcast that refuses to play nice with extremes. No Left. No Right. Forward. Hosted by Joseph Steagall, we deliver militant centrism at full throttle — ripping apart hypocrisy from every angle, calling out... more

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It started with a simple question from a voter that proves our government is broken: "What is a senator?"

In this in-depth conversation, I sit down with Marcie Grzywacz, an ICU nurse, mother, and candidate for Michigan State Senate... more

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Michigan Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt sits down with Joseph Steagall for an unfiltered conversation about the policies quietly driving up the cost of every new home in Michigan — to the tune of $95,000 in government-mandate... more

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The Intelligence Dossier

The media is deliberately distracting you with uranium enrichment and missile strikes. They are hoping you never ask about the REAL threat.

According to foreign policy analyst Ron Bee, the back door to a n... more

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Is the world sleepwalking into a larger war?

Former Navy JAG officer, federal prosecutor, and former national security advisor Don Brown joins The MiddleGround Mic for one of the most intense conversations we’ve had yet — breaking ... more

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Chad Peace
Election law attorney
Independent Voter Project
Episode: You Think You Choose Who Runs… But Do You?
Mark Lynch
Businessman, U.S. Senate candidate from South Carolina
Lynch for Senate
Episode: The Middle Ground Mic | Mark Lynch: Taking On Lindsey Graham
Matt Campbell
Brother of a 9/11 victim; pursuing new inquest in UK Supreme Court
Family of 9/11 victim (UK)
Episode: Matt Campbell: His 9/11 Inquest Is Now at the UK Supreme Court
Eric Robinson
Former pastor and FBI special agent, now author of a memoir
Former FBI agent, Former pastor
Episode: Ex-FBI Agent: From Pastor to SWAT - The Psychology of Getting Criminals to Confess
John David
Public relations and communications consultant turned thriller author
Episode: The Bystander Question: What Would YOU Do If It Happened in Your Town?
L. Milliner
Guest from The Agitators show, Christian conservative commentator
The Agitators
Episode: Is America Too Broken to Fix? Woke Culture & Media Lies | The Agitatorz
Jason Isaiah
Guest from The Agitators show, conservative commentator
The Agitators
Episode: Is America Too Broken to Fix? Woke Culture & Media Lies | The Agitatorz
Jackson Lahmeyer
Pastor and author of Divided, Breaking Free from the Other Me
Author of Divided
Episode: Forgiven but Not Healed? Facing the “Other Me” | Jackson Lahmeyer
Dr. Nelva Lee
Medical doctor and health advocate advocating for children's health and education
drnelvalee.com
Episode: Lead Exposure, Food Lies & the Health Advocacy Wake-Up Call | Dr. Nelva Lee

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Joseph Steagall
Host of The Middle Ground Mic; centrist commentator focused on pragmatic, evidence-based policy discussions.
Joe Steagall
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3.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Man on a mission

    Joe honors his mission in his podcasts. Not too left, not too right. Yet not afraid to speak his mind in searching for that middle ground.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jack Kammer
    United Statesa year ago

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The format is noted as dialog-driven with an emphasis on real-world policy fixes.

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CLASSIFIED: Iran's Secret Pathway to 200 Nuclear Weapon
Q: What role do external powers play in shaping Iran's trajectory?
China and Russia are described as influential players, with China attempting to broker peace and secure oil access, while Russia's energy policies and weapons technology intersect with Iran, affecting regional dynamics and the potential for escalation or restraint.
CLASSIFIED: Iran's Secret Pathway to 200 Nuclear Weapon
Q: What is the main lever Iran uses to influence outcomes in the region?
Oil and energy leverage, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, are described as Iran's primary tools to pressure economies and political outcomes, coupled with potential escalation around nuclear capabilities as a signaling mechanism.
CLASSIFIED: Iran's Secret Pathway to 200 Nuclear Weapon
Q: Iran relations right now that nobody's reporting about?
The guest highlights concerns about the internal cohesion of the IRGC, the mosaic defense structure, and questions about who is truly in charge, with implications for whether a ceasefire exists or is enforceable, and the potential for a popular uprising that could alter the regime.
The Iran Situation Is Bigger Than The Media Is Telling You
Q: Are we underestimating the ripple effects of this blockade on the region and the global oil market?
The guest emphasizes that while the blockade aims to stabilize oil prices, the cascading effects depend on Iran's response and the willingness of international partners to cooperate; a misstep could trigger broader instability, but there's potential for a measured, coalition-led pressure that avoids full-scale conflict.
Matt Campbell: His 9/11 Inquest Is Now at the UK Supreme Court
Q: What would happen if the Supreme Court rules in your favor?
A favorable ruling would allow the High Court to grant permission for a judicial review, reopen the inquest, and potentially lead to a new inquest into the deaths, though it could still take years to unfold.

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What is The Middle Ground Mic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on pragmatic, centrist discourse across hot-button topics like gun rights, geopolitics, media trust, health policy, and democracy reform. Episodes feature guests from policy, journalism, religion, and advocacy who push for balanced, evidence-based discussion and practical fixes, rather than partisan talking points. A notable throughline is the commitment to civil, long-form dialogue that seeks common ground, while not shying away from controversial issues or real-world implications for policy and society. The format often blends interviews, analysis, and personal perspectives to illuminate how complex issues intersect with culture, economy, and global affairs, making it a compelling pick for listeners who want clear takeaw... more

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