Nico Lagan on Modern Masculinity, Purpose & Accountability | The Truth No One Wants to Say
Send us a textIn this powerful and honest conversation, Nico Lagan breaks down why masculinity is misunderstood, how fatherlessness is reshaping a generation, and what men can do to rebuild purpose in a chaotic world.Host Joe Steagall dives deep into: • Why men feel lost — and who's responsible • Discipline vs. comfort culture • Fatherhood, mentorship, and accountability • What society gets wrong about masculinity • How men can reshape community leadershipSubscribe for more high-impact conversations that cut through the noise. No Left. No Right. Forward. Support the showSubscribe for Premium content:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/subscribeSupport with a donation:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/support👉 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRS
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2026 Michigan Governor Candidate Chris Swanson: Full Unfiltered Interview
Send us a textWatch the Video interview on Rumble: https://tmgm.short.gy/El4jfxIn this full, unfiltered interview, Joe sits down with Sheriff Chris Swanson – 2026 Michigan Governor Candidate – to talk about protests, mental health, crime, and the future of Michigan.This isn’t a 30–second soundbite or a chopped-up clip. It’s a real conversation about what happens when everything can go wrong in seconds, and what leadership looks like when the whole world is watching.In this episode, we cover: 🕊️ 2020 Protests in Genesee County – how thousands marched, and nobody got hurt, nobody got arrested 🧠 Mental Health & Crisis Response – separating crisis from weapons, recognizing people in crisis, and saving lives before tragedy 🚔 Community Policing & Trust – what it looks like when law enforcement actually works with the community instead of against it 🏛️ Why He’s Running for Governor in 2026 – what Chris Swanson believes is broken in Michigan and what he wants to fix 💬 Leadership, Faith & Hope – how to keep showing up when things are tense, political, and deeply personalIf you care about Michigan’s future, public safety, mental health, or how leaders handle real-world crisis, this is an interview you’ll want to hear from start to finish. Support the showSubscribe for Premium content:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/subscribeSupport with a donation:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/support👉 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRS
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Alison Sher on “The Social Contagion” — America’s Cultural Breakdown Explained
Send us a text👉Sign up for the Newsletter:https://tmgm.short.gy/aGNsm8👉Episode Youtube: https://tmgm.short.gy/rLJZ59👉Full Episode Spotify: https://tmgm.short.gy/GirEzGIn this thought-provoking episode of The MiddleGround Mic, host Joe Steagall sits down with Alison Sher, author of The Social Contagion, to unpack how cultural conflict spreads through modern society — infecting our politics, communities, and even our sense of American identity.Together, they explore the deep relationship between culture wars and physical wars, revealing how conversion mentalities, viral ideologies, and media echo chambers can destabilize a nation from within. From The Contagion’s insights on societal “infection” to the need for renewed dialogue and tolerance, this episode challenges us to see how awareness, empathy, and American values can serve as the antidote.🧠 Watch through the full conversation — it’s not Left or Right, it’s about survival, unity, and understanding before it’s too late.🎙 Subscribe and join the conversation — No Left. No Right. Forward.Timestamps / Chapters (YouTube Format) 00:00 Introduction to Social Contagion and Viral Ideologies 00:12 Matriarchal Origins and Societal Structures 03:48 Alison Sher and The Contagion: How Ideas Spread Like Viruses 07:25 The Conversion Mentality and Its Dangers 11:42 American Values in a Divided Nation 16:03 Cultural Conflicts as the Prelude to War 20:10 The Media’s Role in Accelerating Contagion 25:36 Dialogue vs. Dominance: Can Culture Be Healed? 31:20 Lessons from History: Ideologies That Broke Empires 35:00 The Path Forward: Awareness as the Cure Support the showSubscribe for Premium content:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/subscribeSupport with a donation:👉https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465711/support👉 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QH8JPJGTEMQRS
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Why Leaders Fail — And How to Fix It | Michael Dillard x The MiddleGround Mic
Send us a text📩 Join the newsletter: tmgm.short.gy/aGNsm8 👉Episode Youtube: https://tmgm.short.gy/rLJZ59🎧 Spotify full episode: tmgm.short.gy/GirEzGBurnout is breaking teams, and fake “self-care” isn’t saving them.In this powerful episode of The MiddleGround Mic, host Joe Steagall sits down with Michael Dillard — global leadership speaker, retired U.S. diplomat, Army veteran, and author of Accidental Success and Build Generational Wealth.They unpack what real leadership looks like in 2025: how to stop burnout before it starts, build teams that trust you, and connect financial confidence with performance. Dillard’s L.E.A.D. with Impact™ framework (Listen, Empower, Adapt, Develop) isn’t theory — it’s field-tested inside organizations and families alike.💡 In This Episode:How to lead without burning out yourself or your teamWhy money stress destroys leadership confidenceWhat Michael learned as a U.S. diplomat leading global teamsPractical ways to rebuild trust and focus after chaosThe #1 move that makes your leadership stick long term New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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Former Trump Lawyer Evan Turk: What’s Really Happening With America’s Rights?
Send us a textFormer Trump attorney Evan Turk, Esq., joins The MiddleGround Mic to break down the state of American civil liberties heading into 2026. As founder of the American Rights Alliance, Turk has been on the front lines of defending constitutional rights and fighting against government overreach.In this episode, we cover: – Why Americans feel less free than ever – How the government expands power without public consent – The rights most at risk between now and 2026 – Whether political parties are serious about protecting freedoms – What the American Rights Alliance is working on right now📌 American Rights Alliance: https://www.americanrightsalliance.com https://www.araofficial.org🔥 Watch our full video episodes on Rumble: https://tmgm.short.gy/u7Pkba Follow for uncensored content and real conversations. New Teeth. Fresh smile. Click here.Fresh smile. 🦷
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The MiddleGround Mic is a top-ranked news commentary and politics podcast built on one principle: No Left. No Right. Forward. Hosted by Joseph Steagall, the show cuts through partisan noise and dives deep into the issues shaping America and the world. From elections and foreign policy to local community challenges, every episode seeks common ground where real solutions live.Ranked in the top #15 U.S. News Commentary podcasts, The MiddleGround Mic features influential guests — from thought leaders and journalists to everyday voices making an impact. With balanced perspectives, raw conversations, and a centrist outlook, we give listeners what’s missing in today’s media: honesty, clarity, and a way forward.Subscribe now to join the conversation that’s moving beyond division and shaping the future of politics, culture, and community.
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