The MiddleGround Mic

Joseph Steagall

The MiddleGround Mic is a centrist politics and news commentary podcast for independent voters, moderates, and anyone tired of partisan talking points. Hosted by Joseph Steagall, the show covers elections, foreign policy, Michigan and Detroit local politics, media accountability, and the economy — grounded in verifiable receipts instead of tribal loyalty. No Left. No Right. Forward.Ranked Top 30 in Politics (June 2026) with more than 1.3 million downloads, the show brings bipartisan analysis and long-form interviews with journalists, policymakers, foreign policy experts, candidates, and everyday people — not scripted talking heads. Recent conversations have covered Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, the Wayn...

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The MiddleGround Mic

Episodes (220)

Friday Why the "Civil War" Narrative is a Lie (18-Month Journey)
Thursday 1 VOTE DECIDES? How Iowa Independent Michael Bridgford Plans to Leverage the Speaker's Gavel
Mon Aug 10th How Companies Use AI to Replace Workers | Danny Carpio

The MiddleGround Mic

Aug 21, 2026
38½ minutes
34 MB

Are we actually on the brink of a national collapse, or is mainstream media selling us a profitable lie? During the height of the pandemic, digital nomad Wesley Warshawer packed up his car, left his Silicon Valley bubble, and spent 18 months living in rural, conservative America. His mission: bypass the political noise and find out if everyday Americans are truly as divided as we are told. In this episode of The MiddleGround Mic, Wesley breaks down the eye-opening revelations from his journey. From the surprising immigration pride of North Dakota to massive media-driven blind spots, we explore...

The MiddleGround Mic

Why the "Civil War" Narrative is a Lie (18-Month Journey)

Joseph Steagall

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