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The Middle Ground MicThey Want You Divided — MAGA 2.0 Is Breaking the SystemSend us a textAmericans are angry, exhausted, and divided — but not for the reasons we’re told.In this episode, Joseph Steagall sits down with Rocky Haag, a politically agnostic thinker, to explore why people feel unseen, why institutions are losing trust, and how AI, endless wars, and economic pressure are reshaping society.This is not a Left vs Right conversation. It’s a systems-level discussion about power, dignity, and the future.0:00 Why Americans Feel Politically Homeless4:12 MAGA 2.0 Explained (Not What You Think)9:45 One-Income Families Vanished — Here’s Why1...
2026-01-231h 19The Middle Ground MicThey Want You Divided — MAGA 2.0 Is Breaking the SystemSend us a textAmericans are angry, exhausted, and divided — but not for the reasons we’re told.In this episode, Joseph Steagall sits down with Rocky Haag, a politically agnostic thinker, to explore why people feel unseen, why institutions are losing trust, and how AI, endless wars, and economic pressure are reshaping society.This is not a Left vs Right conversation. It’s a systems-level discussion about power, dignity, and the future.0:00 Why Americans Feel Politically Homeless4:12 MAGA 2.0 Explained (Not What You Think)9:45 One-Income Families Vanished — Here’s Why1...
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The Middle Ground MicShe Served America Without a Uniform | Truth, Iran, Journalism & Freedom | Mahtab FaridSend us a textFreedom doesn’t disappear overnight — it erodes quietly through fear, censorship, and silence. In this episode of The Middle Ground Mic, journalist and U.S. diplomat Mahtab Farid shares how she grew up under Iran’s revolution and chose to serve America without ever wearing a uniform.Born in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War, Mahtab Farid experienced censorship and repression firsthand. Those early experiences shaped her understanding of truth, freedom, and the responsibility that comes with liberty.After becoming a U.S. citizen...
2026-01-221h 23The Middle Ground MicShe Served America Without a Uniform | Truth, Iran, Journalism & Freedom | Mahtab FaridSend us a textFreedom doesn’t disappear overnight — it erodes quietly through fear, censorship, and silence. In this episode of The Middle Ground Mic, journalist and U.S. diplomat Mahtab Farid shares how she grew up under Iran’s revolution and chose to serve America without ever wearing a uniform.Born in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War, Mahtab Farid experienced censorship and repression firsthand. Those early experiences shaped her understanding of truth, freedom, and the responsibility that comes with liberty.After becoming a U.S. citizen...
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The Middle Ground MicReal Representation — Or Just Talk? A Campaign Interview Without the ScriptSend us a textVoters say they want real representation — but trust in Congress keeps falling.In this episode of The Middle Ground Mic, host Joseph Steagall sits down with Eric France, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress in Illinois’s 2nd District, for an unscripted campaign interview focused on grassroots politics, people-powered leadership, and restoring trust in government.This conversation goes beyond party labels to explore affordable housing, public safety, economic opportunity, and what real accountability should look like after the election — not just during a campaign.Is real repres...
2026-01-2131 minThe Middle Ground MicReal Representation — Or Just Talk? A Campaign Interview Without the ScriptSend us a textVoters say they want real representation — but trust in Congress keeps falling.In this episode of The Middle Ground Mic, host Joseph Steagall sits down with Eric France, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress in Illinois’s 2nd District, for an unscripted campaign interview focused on grassroots politics, people-powered leadership, and restoring trust in government.This conversation goes beyond party labels to explore affordable housing, public safety, economic opportunity, and what real accountability should look like after the election — not just during a campaign.Is real repres...
2026-01-2131 min
History's Greatest IdiotsLarry Summers: The Man Who Crashed the World Economy...Then Got Hired to Fix It - Part One (Season 6 Episode 10)How did one economist cause the 2008 financial crisis, get hired to fix it, protect his corrupt mate whilst Harvard paid millions in settlements, suggest women might be genetically inferior at science, and still remain one of the most powerful figures in American economics for decades?In this episode of History's Greatest Idiots, we explore the spectacular career of Lawrence Henry Summers, the man who failed upwards for nearly five decades, leaving economic destruction, hurt feelings, and dodgy friendships in his wake. This is the story of how brilliant people can be catastrophically wrong about everything whilst sounding...
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The Middle Ground MicFrom Boardrooms to Bridges: Adam Mizel on Reuniting a Divided AmericaSend us a textFull Episode Release October 29thth!👉Sign up for the Newsletter:https://www.themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter 👉Full Episode Youtube: https://youtu.be/wQQwX9qsHycIn a time when division dominates headlines, Adam Mizel chose a different path — leaving the corporate boardroom to co-found US United, a grassroots movement bringing Americans together through action, not outrage.Host Joseph Steagall explores how Adam Mizel and Sheriff Chris Swanson’s partnership is inspiring real change in communities across America.
2025-10-291h 07The Middle Ground MicFrom Boardrooms to Bridges: Adam Mizel on Reuniting a Divided AmericaSend us a textFull Episode Release October 29thth!👉Sign up for the Newsletter:https://www.themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter 👉Full Episode Youtube: https://youtu.be/wQQwX9qsHycIn a time when division dominates headlines, Adam Mizel chose a different path — leaving the corporate boardroom to co-found US United, a grassroots movement bringing Americans together through action, not outrage.Host Joseph Steagall explores how Adam Mizel and Sheriff Chris Swanson’s partnership is inspiring real change in communities across America.
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The Middle Ground MicAmerica at a Crossroads 🇺🇸 — What Everyone’s Googling Right NowSend us a text👉Sign up for the Newsletter https://www.themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter👉Full Video Episode Youtube: https://youtu.be/SgXiaIM5EbYThis week’s Finding The Middle: Monday Edition dives deep into what Americans are actually searching for — from democracy fears to shutdown frustrations, from Ukraine’s fate to AI’s influence on our elections.📊 Using real-time Google Trends data, host Joseph Steagall breaks down six major conversations shaping America right now:The “No Kings” Protests and the Search for DemocracyThe Government Shutdown a...
2025-10-2018 minThe Middle Ground MicAmerica at a Crossroads 🇺🇸 — What Everyone’s Googling Right NowSend us a text👉Sign up for the Newsletter https://www.themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter👉Full Video Episode Youtube: https://youtu.be/SgXiaIM5EbYThis week’s Finding The Middle: Monday Edition dives deep into what Americans are actually searching for — from democracy fears to shutdown frustrations, from Ukraine’s fate to AI’s influence on our elections.📊 Using real-time Google Trends data, host Joseph Steagall breaks down six major conversations shaping America right now:The “No Kings” Protests and the Search for DemocracyThe Government Shutdown a...
2025-10-2018 min
The Middle Ground MicJackson Lahmeyer: White House Faith Council, Charlie Kirk & Chasing After the WindSend us a textFaith, politics, and leadership in Christian America. Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer, member of the White House Faith Council, close friend of Charlie Kirk, and founder of Pastors For Trump, joins The MiddleGround Mic with Joseph Steagall. From standing with President Trump at the signing of the Faith Council Executive Order to leading a national grassroots movement, Lahmeyer shares his powerful new book Chasing After the Wind and a warning about platform culture, Christian leadership, and the...
2025-09-1935 minThe Middle Ground MicJackson Lahmeyer: White House Faith Council, Charlie Kirk & Chasing After the WindSend us a textFaith, politics, and leadership in Christian America. Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer, member of the White House Faith Council, close friend of Charlie Kirk, and founder of Pastors For Trump, joins The MiddleGround Mic with Joseph Steagall. From standing with President Trump at the signing of the Faith Council Executive Order to leading a national grassroots movement, Lahmeyer shares his powerful new book Chasing After the Wind and a warning about platform culture, Christian leadership, and the...
2025-09-1935 min
The Middle Ground MicFinding The Middle Sunday: Extremism, Michigan Politics & Lessons from Charlie Kirk’s DeathSend us a text The MiddleGround Mic | America’s Home for Balanced News Commentary In this episode of Finding The Middle Sunday, Joseph Steagall explores Charlie Kirk’s legacy and how extremism is reshaping politics in Michigan. From the Whitmer kidnapping plot to school board fights, we look at real-world examples of how division spreads — and why balance is the only way forward. New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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2025-09-1410 minThe Middle Ground MicFinding The Middle Sunday: Extremism, Michigan Politics & Lessons from Charlie Kirk’s DeathSend us a text The MiddleGround Mic | America’s Home for Balanced News Commentary In this episode of Finding The Middle Sunday, Joseph Steagall explores Charlie Kirk’s legacy and how extremism is reshaping politics in Michigan. From the Whitmer kidnapping plot to school board fights, we look at real-world examples of how division spreads — and why balance is the only way forward. New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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2025-09-1410 min
The Middle Ground MicDetroit’s Biggest Stories: Guard, Budget, $20M MEDC Scandal & Trafficking ReformsSend us a textThis week on Finding the Middle: Local Edition, Joseph Steagall breaks down Detroit’s most urgent headlines:Should the National Guard be deployed in Detroit?What’s really at stake in Lansing’s budget showdown?Why is a $20 million MEDC grant under investigation?And can new bipartisan bills actually crack down on human trafficking?Subscribe to The MiddleGround Mic — ranked Top 10 in U.S. News Commentary on Apple Podcasts, with over 90,000 plays last month. Support t...
2025-09-0710 minThe Middle Ground MicDetroit’s Biggest Stories: Guard, Budget, $20M MEDC Scandal & Trafficking ReformsSend us a textThis week on Finding the Middle: Local Edition, Joseph Steagall breaks down Detroit’s most urgent headlines:Should the National Guard be deployed in Detroit?What’s really at stake in Lansing’s budget showdown?Why is a $20 million MEDC grant under investigation?And can new bipartisan bills actually crack down on human trafficking?Subscribe to The MiddleGround Mic — ranked Top 10 in U.S. News Commentary on Apple Podcasts, with over 90,000 plays last month. Support t...
2025-09-0710 min
The Middle Ground MicFinding the Middle: Russia–Ukraine War, Gaza Crisis, Epstein Files, & Global NewsStart your week with balance. In this Monday news breakdown, Joseph Steagall dives into the latest Russia–Ukraine war developments, Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis, and newly released Epstein files featuring Maxwell’s statements. From battlefield updates to questions of transparency and global leadership, The MiddleGround Mic uncovers what lies between partisan spin and media sensationalism.Join the movement to cut through the noise, sign up free for our Finding the Middle newsletter, and support independent balance-driven news on Patreon for just $1/month. Division is easy — finding the middle is the challenge.👉 Newsletter: themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter...
2025-08-2420 minThe Middle Ground MicFinding the Middle: Russia–Ukraine War, Gaza Crisis, Epstein Files, & Global NewsStart your week with balance. In this Monday news breakdown, Joseph Steagall dives into the latest Russia–Ukraine war developments, Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis, and newly released Epstein files featuring Maxwell’s statements. From battlefield updates to questions of transparency and global leadership, The MiddleGround Mic uncovers what lies between partisan spin and media sensationalism.Join the movement to cut through the noise, sign up free for our Finding the Middle newsletter, and support independent balance-driven news on Patreon for just $1/month. Division is easy — finding the middle is the challenge.👉 Newsletter: themiddlegroundmic.com/newsletter...
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The Middle Ground MicDr Glenn Toby, from being homless to representing NFL stars, working with musicians, and focusing on a non-profit!Send us a textJoin our Patreon: 7 days free! after that just $1 a month!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheMiddleGroundMicJoe welcomes Dr. Glenn Toby to share his journey from youth homelessness to success, highlighting the importance of resilience. He emphasizes turning pain into purpose and the significance of family and government support. This is a story of strength through adversity; tune in to be inspired.You can check out the full youtube video here:https://youtu.be/kVPMfgMWbFU New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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2025-08-131h 02The Middle Ground MicDr Glenn Toby, from being homless to representing NFL stars, working with musicians, and focusing on a non-profit!Send us a textJoin our Patreon: 7 days free! after that just $1 a month!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheMiddleGroundMicJoe welcomes Dr. Glenn Toby to share his journey from youth homelessness to success, highlighting the importance of resilience. He emphasizes turning pain into purpose and the significance of family and government support. This is a story of strength through adversity; tune in to be inspired.You can check out the full youtube video here:https://youtu.be/kVPMfgMWbFU New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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The Middle Ground MicTrump, Epstein & the Gavel: What Power Is Really Being Handed Over?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSA letter. A gavel. A bombshell birthday album. This episode of The Middle Ground Mic dives headfirst into one of the most controversial stories shaking Washington right now: the resurfacing of a Trump-signed Epstein birthday note and what it means for democracy.Host Joseph Steagall unpacks how this strange letter, paired with Congress's symbolic submission via gavel ceremony, could be the tipping point in the erosion of checks...
2025-07-2108 minThe Middle Ground MicTrump, Epstein & the Gavel: What Power Is Really Being Handed Over?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSA letter. A gavel. A bombshell birthday album. This episode of The Middle Ground Mic dives headfirst into one of the most controversial stories shaking Washington right now: the resurfacing of a Trump-signed Epstein birthday note and what it means for democracy.Host Joseph Steagall unpacks how this strange letter, paired with Congress's symbolic submission via gavel ceremony, could be the tipping point in the erosion of checks...
2025-07-2108 minThe Middle Ground MicPerspective, Legacy, and the Power of Good PeopleSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIn this heartfelt and insightful episode, we explore how life's greatest roles—husband, father, and grandfather—shape our perspective and deepen our understanding of what truly matters. Through candid reflections and meaningful life lessons, we dive into how self-awareness transforms relationships, strengthens values, and reveals the quiet power of good people. Whether you're building your legacy or seeking fresh insight on personal growth, this conversation will leave you inspired and...
2025-07-1949 minThe Middle Ground MicPerspective, Legacy, and the Power of Good PeopleSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIn this heartfelt and insightful episode, we explore how life's greatest roles—husband, father, and grandfather—shape our perspective and deepen our understanding of what truly matters. Through candid reflections and meaningful life lessons, we dive into how self-awareness transforms relationships, strengthens values, and reveals the quiet power of good people. Whether you're building your legacy or seeking fresh insight on personal growth, this conversation will leave you inspired and...
2025-07-1949 minThe Middle Ground MicCan You Really Reinvent Yourself After 30?Send us a text Support us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIn this inspiring episode, we dive into a powerful conversation about the art of adapting to change and the critical role of communication skills as we age. Our guest shares real-life experiences and lessons learned on how to evolve, reinvent yourself, and stay relevant in a constantly changing world. Whether you're navigating career transitions, personal growth, or simply looking to stay sharp and connected, this episode is packed with w...
2025-07-1701 minThe Middle Ground MicCan You Really Reinvent Yourself After 30?Send us a text Support us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIn this inspiring episode, we dive into a powerful conversation about the art of adapting to change and the critical role of communication skills as we age. Our guest shares real-life experiences and lessons learned on how to evolve, reinvent yourself, and stay relevant in a constantly changing world. Whether you're navigating career transitions, personal growth, or simply looking to stay sharp and connected, this episode is packed with w...
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The Middle Ground MicCan the Republican Party be Saved with a Return to REAGAN Values?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSThis podcast dives deep into the truth behind opinion culture, tackling the fears, barriers, and social pressure that stop people from speaking honestly. Whether you're left, right, or somewhere in the middle, we explore the middle ground with bold takes, real talk, and unfiltered conversations.Perfect for free thinkers, podcasters, and truth seekers who are tired of echo chambers and ready...
2025-07-161h 24The Middle Ground MicCan the Republican Party be Saved with a Return to REAGAN Values?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSThis podcast dives deep into the truth behind opinion culture, tackling the fears, barriers, and social pressure that stop people from speaking honestly. Whether you're left, right, or somewhere in the middle, we explore the middle ground with bold takes, real talk, and unfiltered conversations.Perfect for free thinkers, podcasters, and truth seekers who are tired of echo chambers and ready...
2025-07-161h 24The Middle Ground MicChina: America’s Biggest Adversary – The Threat You Can’t IgnoreSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSFrom economic warfare to cyber espionage, military expansion to global influence campaigns, China isn’t just a competitor — it’s America’s most dangerous adversary. In this explosive episode, we uncover how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is reshaping the world order, undermining U.S. strength, and threatening freedom at home and abroad.🎯 What’s the real cost of ignoring the...
2025-07-1500 minThe Middle Ground MicChina: America’s Biggest Adversary – The Threat You Can’t IgnoreSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSFrom economic warfare to cyber espionage, military expansion to global influence campaigns, China isn’t just a competitor — it’s America’s most dangerous adversary. In this explosive episode, we uncover how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is reshaping the world order, undermining U.S. strength, and threatening freedom at home and abroad.🎯 What’s the real cost of ignoring the...
2025-07-1500 minThe Middle Ground MicThe Secret Hospital Bills No One Sees – EXPOSED!Send us a text Support us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSWhat’s really hiding behind your hospital visit? In this eye-opening episode, we break down the hidden costs, phantom charges, and undisclosed fees buried deep in the healthcare system. 💰 From mystery billing codes to inflated service prices, discover the shocking truth about how hospitals bill you — and why most patients never see it coming. Full Podcast Dropping July 16th at 9am EST!!! DO NOT MISS...
2025-07-1501 minThe Middle Ground MicThe Secret Hospital Bills No One Sees – EXPOSED!Send us a text Support us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSWhat’s really hiding behind your hospital visit? In this eye-opening episode, we break down the hidden costs, phantom charges, and undisclosed fees buried deep in the healthcare system. 💰 From mystery billing codes to inflated service prices, discover the shocking truth about how hospitals bill you — and why most patients never see it coming. Full Podcast Dropping July 16th at 9am EST!!! DO NOT MISS...
2025-07-1501 minThe Middle Ground MicWhy Do People Get So Outraged Online?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSWe highlight the need for critical thinking and seeing things from a different perspective. They share the importance of listening perspective and discuss the psychology of outrage in digital spaces. Check out this podcast episode for more! Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-141h 10The Middle Ground MicWhy Do People Get So Outraged Online?Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSWe highlight the need for critical thinking and seeing things from a different perspective. They share the importance of listening perspective and discuss the psychology of outrage in digital spaces. Check out this podcast episode for more! Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-141h 10The Middle Ground MicMichigan Vs Texas BBQSend us a textThe two commentators joke about how common conveniences are what's keeping society from an internal war, mentioning things like diet pop and fried chicken. They discuss how losing access to such little things mean a lot to people. They agree that people enjoy life more when they can access their favorite guilty pleasures.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1401 minThe Middle Ground MicThe BIG Mistake Democrats Made in Rural AmericaSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSHas the democratic party has ignored the struggles of rural America, focusing on tech hubs. He suggests this oversight has led to consequences in politics, especially with donald trump. Stay informed with our news update!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1401 minThe Middle Ground MicThe BIG Mistake Democrats Made in Rural AmericaSend us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSHas the democratic party has ignored the struggles of rural America, focusing on tech hubs. He suggests this oversight has led to consequences in politics, especially with donald trump. Stay informed with our news update!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1401 minThe Middle Ground MicMichigan Vs Texas BBQSend us a textThe two commentators joke about how common conveniences are what's keeping society from an internal war, mentioning things like diet pop and fried chicken. They discuss how losing access to such little things mean a lot to people. They agree that people enjoy life more when they can access their favorite guilty pleasures.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1401 minThe Middle Ground MicBeing authentic in the music industry!Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIndependent artists must carry themselves like major label artists.YouTube is a powerful platform for music discovery.Collaboration and chemistry are vital in music groups.Authenticity resonates more with audiences than manufactured personas.Failure is a part of the journey in the music industry.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1101 minThe Middle Ground MicBeing authentic in the music industry!Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSIndependent artists must carry themselves like major label artists.YouTube is a powerful platform for music discovery.Collaboration and chemistry are vital in music groups.Authenticity resonates more with audiences than manufactured personas.Failure is a part of the journey in the music industry.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-1101 minThe Middle Ground MicIndependent Music Lovers Rejoice! New Podcast Takes Center StageSend us a textIndependent artists must carry themselves like major label artists.YouTube is a powerful platform for music discovery.Social media is the great equalizer in the music industry.Artists should learn to create electronic press kits.Understanding music administration is crucial for artists.Streaming services pay very little per stream.Artists need to be proactive in understanding their payment structures.Collaboration and chemistry are vital in music groups.Authenticity resonates more with audiences than manufactured personas.Failure is a part of the journey in the music industry.summary
2025-07-111h 04The Middle Ground MicIndependent Music Lovers Rejoice! New Podcast Takes Center StageSend us a textIndependent artists must carry themselves like major label artists.YouTube is a powerful platform for music discovery.Social media is the great equalizer in the music industry.Artists should learn to create electronic press kits.Understanding music administration is crucial for artists.Streaming services pay very little per stream.Artists need to be proactive in understanding their payment structures.Collaboration and chemistry are vital in music groups.Authenticity resonates more with audiences than manufactured personas.Failure is a part of the journey in the music industry.summary
2025-07-111h 04The Middle Ground MicThe CRAZY Story of Orion Fest on Metallica's Belle Isle, Detroit!Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSThe speaker recalls going to Orion Fest on belle isle in Michigan. They describe the experience as wild, recalling the excitement of seeing bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Dropkick Murphys. It was a totally different and hectic experience compared to anything before.#shortsviral #viral #podcastvibes #podcast #viralshort #shorts #music #metallica #viralreelsSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic an...
2025-07-1000 minThe Middle Ground MicThe CRAZY Story of Orion Fest on Metallica's Belle Isle, Detroit!Send us a textSupport us on PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRSThe speaker recalls going to Orion Fest on belle isle in Michigan. They describe the experience as wild, recalling the excitement of seeing bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Dropkick Murphys. It was a totally different and hectic experience compared to anything before.#shortsviral #viral #podcastvibes #podcast #viralshort #shorts #music #metallica #viralreelsSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic an...
2025-07-1000 minThe Middle Ground MicGovernment Preparedness: Lessons from the Pandemic. Middle East, Covid, Cruz, Israel and more!Send us a textIn this conversation, we discuss various political and social issues, including the impact of violent rhetoric in politics, the complexities of U.S. involvement in the Middle East, and the challenges of healthcare and insurance in America. They also share personal experiences with COVID-19 vaccinations and the healthcare system, highlighting the need for reform and negotiation in both political and health-related matters. In this conversation, Joe and Dan Schaefer discuss the responsibilities individuals faced during the COVID pandemic, the government's preparedness for public health crises, and the erosion of trust between citizens and th...
2025-07-021h 37The Middle Ground MicGovernment Preparedness: Lessons from the Pandemic. Middle East, Covid, Cruz, Israel and more!Send us a textIn this conversation, we discuss various political and social issues, including the impact of violent rhetoric in politics, the complexities of U.S. involvement in the Middle East, and the challenges of healthcare and insurance in America. They also share personal experiences with COVID-19 vaccinations and the healthcare system, highlighting the need for reform and negotiation in both political and health-related matters. In this conversation, Joe and Dan Schaefer discuss the responsibilities individuals faced during the COVID pandemic, the government's preparedness for public health crises, and the erosion of trust between citizens and th...
2025-07-021h 37The Middle Ground MicDid Trump go too far with Iran?Send us a textDeep dive with Dan & Joe as we dive into this!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-0200 minThe Middle Ground MicDid Trump go too far with Iran?Send us a textDeep dive with Dan & Joe as we dive into this!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-07-0200 minThe Middle Ground MicEducation, Mental health, PTSD. The landscape has changed.Send us a textIn this conversation, Andrew Davey shares his journey as a mental health counselor, his experiences with a ruptured brain aneurysm, and his insights on the evolving landscape of mental health, technology's impact on social interactions, and the importance of parental guidance in the digital age. He reflects on his time teaching abroad, the differences in education systems, and the cultural nuances of cuisine. The discussion also touches on resilience, overcoming adversity, and the significance of understanding the challenges faced by today's youth.takeawaysThe landscape of...
2025-06-3035 minThe Middle Ground MicEducation, Mental health, PTSD. The landscape has changed.Send us a textIn this conversation, Andrew Davey shares his journey as a mental health counselor, his experiences with a ruptured brain aneurysm, and his insights on the evolving landscape of mental health, technology's impact on social interactions, and the importance of parental guidance in the digital age. He reflects on his time teaching abroad, the differences in education systems, and the cultural nuances of cuisine. The discussion also touches on resilience, overcoming adversity, and the significance of understanding the challenges faced by today's youth.takeawaysThe landscape of...
2025-06-3035 minThe Middle Ground MicPerils of Social Media for kidsSend us a textTechnology has created a disconnect in social interactions.Kids today struggle to comprehend the permanence of their online actions.Parental involvement is crucial in guiding children through digital challenges.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2900 minThe Middle Ground MicPerils of Social Media for kidsSend us a textTechnology has created a disconnect in social interactions.Kids today struggle to comprehend the permanence of their online actions.Parental involvement is crucial in guiding children through digital challenges.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2900 minThe Middle Ground MicThe Middle Ground: Where Politics and Common sense meetSend us a textRoger Friedman shares insights from his 45-year career in financial services and discusses his book "Erasing America: Broken Politics, Broken Country." The conversation explores bipartisan solutions to America's most pressing problems while examining the successes of RFK Jr.'s health initiatives and immigration reform possibilities.• RFK Jr. successfully got major insurers to commit to streamlining pre-approval processes, potentially transforming healthcare accessibility• European countries banned harmful food dyes decades ago while Americans continue consuming these substances in everyday foods• Both sides of the political spectrum can find c...
2025-06-2740 minThe Middle Ground MicThe Middle Ground: Where Politics and Common sense meetSend us a textRoger Friedman shares insights from his 45-year career in financial services and discusses his book "Erasing America: Broken Politics, Broken Country." The conversation explores bipartisan solutions to America's most pressing problems while examining the successes of RFK Jr.'s health initiatives and immigration reform possibilities.• RFK Jr. successfully got major insurers to commit to streamlining pre-approval processes, potentially transforming healthcare accessibility• European countries banned harmful food dyes decades ago while Americans continue consuming these substances in everyday foods• Both sides of the political spectrum can find c...
2025-06-2740 minThe Middle Ground MicBidens inner circle lied to us, and did Biden wrong.Send us a textBiden was lied to by those closest to him, and in return he lied to all of us. He was taken advantage of.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2701 minThe Middle Ground MicRFK Takes on insurance companiesSend us a textRFK Jr.'s health initiatives and immigration reform possibilities.• RFK Jr. successfully got major insurers to commit to streamlining pre-approval processes, potentially transforming healthcare accessibility• European countries banned harmful food dyes decades ago while Americans continue consuming these substances in everyday foodsSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2701 minThe Middle Ground MicChuck Todd turns on Biden, MSNBC, and big media!Send us a text• Media personalities like Chris Cuomo and Chuck Todd have become more centrist after leaving mainstream networksSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2700 minThe Middle Ground MicBidens inner circle lied to us, and did Biden wrong.Send us a textBiden was lied to by those closest to him, and in return he lied to all of us. He was taken advantage of.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2701 minThe Middle Ground MicRFK Takes on insurance companiesSend us a textRFK Jr.'s health initiatives and immigration reform possibilities.• RFK Jr. successfully got major insurers to commit to streamlining pre-approval processes, potentially transforming healthcare accessibility• European countries banned harmful food dyes decades ago while Americans continue consuming these substances in everyday foodsSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2701 minThe Middle Ground MicChuck Todd turns on Biden, MSNBC, and big media!Send us a text• Media personalities like Chris Cuomo and Chuck Todd have become more centrist after leaving mainstream networksSupport the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2700 minThe Middle Ground MicExploring Masculinity: A New PerspectiveSend us a textHello everyone,Had another great podcast recording, met two great men that I think are critical with their experience! Fred Hayward has been fighting for Mens rights for over 40 years! Jack was awesome enough to arrange this and I appreciate it a ton Jack! Let us know what you think! If you enjoy the content, please share it with everyone you know! Lets help everyone reach a middleground!Some of the topics we highlight are:takeawaysF...
2025-06-2652 minThe Middle Ground MicExploring Masculinity: A New PerspectiveSend us a textHello everyone,Had another great podcast recording, met two great men that I think are critical with their experience! Fred Hayward has been fighting for Mens rights for over 40 years! Jack was awesome enough to arrange this and I appreciate it a ton Jack! Let us know what you think! If you enjoy the content, please share it with everyone you know! Lets help everyone reach a middleground!Some of the topics we highlight are:takeawaysF...
2025-06-2652 minThe Middle Ground MicDomestic Violence, the hidden truthSend us a textFred Hayward talks about the hidden truths that are not often discussed when it comes to Domestic Violence. It was very eye opening.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2601 minThe Middle Ground MicTaking another look at "Gender Roles"Send us a textWe talk a little bit about how do the gender roles look now? Where do we go from here?Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2601 minThe Middle Ground MicDomestic Violence, the hidden truthSend us a textFred Hayward talks about the hidden truths that are not often discussed when it comes to Domestic Violence. It was very eye opening.Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2601 minThe Middle Ground MicTaking another look at "Gender Roles"Send us a textWe talk a little bit about how do the gender roles look now? Where do we go from here?Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm
2025-06-2601 minThe Middle Ground MicAI is the FUTURE, but how do we over come the fear?Send us a textHey everyone check out this episode, with Eric McHugh of https://dataing.io/Great information, and an even greater time!AI is a neutral tool that can be used for good or bad depending on the user.The majority of AI developers and users are good people, leading to positive outcomes.AI can enhance human connections, especially in dating and social interactions.Healthcare can benefit from AI through improved diagnostics and patient matching.AI can help automate mundane tasks...
2025-06-251h 00The Middle Ground MicAI is the FUTURE, but how do we over come the fear?Send us a textHey everyone check out this episode, with Eric McHugh of https://dataing.io/Great information, and an even greater time!AI is a neutral tool that can be used for good or bad depending on the user.The majority of AI developers and users are good people, leading to positive outcomes.AI can enhance human connections, especially in dating and social interactions.Healthcare can benefit from AI through improved diagnostics and patient matching.AI can help automate mundane tasks...
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The Middle Ground MicMasculinity in Modern Times! with Martin Henson of bmen foundation!Send us a textHello everyone!,Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!#shortsfeed #shortsvideo #motivational #nfl #motivation #shortsviral #shortsfeed #shortsfeed #shortsviral #viral #viralvideo #viralshort #viralshorts #viralvideos #viralreels Support the sh...
2025-06-2340 minThe Middle Ground MicMasculinity in Modern Times! with Martin Henson of bmen foundation!Send us a textHello everyone!,Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!#shortsfeed #shortsvideo #motivational #nfl #motivation #shortsviral #shortsfeed #shortsfeed #shortsviral #viral #viralvideo #viralshort #viralshorts #viralvideos #viralreels Support the sh...
2025-06-2340 minThe Middle Ground MicEmbracing Masculinity Trailer featuring guest Martin Henson of Bmen FoundationSend us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2300 minThe Middle Ground MicSetting each other up for success! With Guest Martin Henson!Send us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2300 minThe Middle Ground MicMens Mental Health, the unspoken elephant in the room! With Guest Martin HensonSend us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2301 minThe Middle Ground MicSetting each other up for success! With Guest Martin Henson!Send us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2300 minThe Middle Ground MicEmbracing Masculinity Trailer featuring guest Martin Henson of Bmen FoundationSend us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2300 minThe Middle Ground MicMens Mental Health, the unspoken elephant in the room! With Guest Martin HensonSend us a textHello everyone!,Full Episode drops June 23rd at 4 p.m. EST! Stay Tuned!Welcome to the podcast join myself and Martin Henson of the Bmen Foundation https://bmenfoundation.org/ as we talk about a lot of areas that invovle Masculinity in Modern Times! We cover a wide array of subjects on it from how to handle your emotions, to how you go forward from here!Support the show🚨🚨Want to support The Middle Ground Mic and keep investigations going?🚨🚨BuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee...
2025-06-2301 min
El PodcastE106: FDR, Joe Kennedy, & Birth of the SEC: Crypto Risks & Election Insights w/ Diana B. HenriqueVeteran financial journalist and bestselling author Diana B. Henriques joins to discuss the historical parallels between the unregulated crypto markets of today and the chaotic Wall Street of the 1920s, drawing from her latest book Taming the Street, which chronicles FDR’s creation of the SEC, the FDIC, and other transformative reforms that reshaped American capitalism.Guest Info: Diana B. Henriques – Award-winning investigative journalist, former New York Times financial reporter, and bestselling author of The Wizard of Lies (on Bernie Madoff) and Taming the Street (2023), which explores how FDR’s New Deal brought accountability to U.S. financ...
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Minimum CompetenceTues 6/6 - Binance and Coinbase Sued, Lewis Brisbois Baddies, Texas Wins in Suit with Google but Loses on EV TaxOn this day in legal history the Securities and Exchange Commission was established.During the 1920s, the United States experienced a period of economic growth known as the "Roaring 20s," characterized by prosperity, consumerism, and increased debt. Many people invested in the stock market, taking huge risks without federal oversight. However, on October 29, 1929, known as "Black Tuesday," the stock market crashed, causing widespread losses and a loss of public confidence. This crash led to the closure of thousands of banks, bankruptcies, high unemployment rates, wage cuts, and homelessness, ultimately triggering the Great Depression.In response...
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