PAYING Off Veteran Medical Bills | Sage Steele Show | EP 81
Bear Handlon has lived a life of service, from the battlefield to the boardroom. The former U.S. Navy SEAL and CEO of Born Primitive joined me for a conversation about purpose, leadership, and what it means to truly give back.
Bear shared the story behind his company’s partnership with Black Rifle Coffee to raise $25 million to pay off veteran medical debt. He talked about the people this effort has already changed, from veterans to Gold Star families, and what it feels like to make that kind of impact.
We also talked about his transition from military life to business, the lessons he has learned about sacrifice and integrity, and how fatherhood has given him a new perspective on success.
This episode is a reminder that gratitude means more when it comes with responsibility, and that one person can make a difference when their heart is in the right place.
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Who Will Cain Really Is | Sage Steele Show | EP 80
Will Cain has made a career out of saying what he really thinks, and this conversation was no different.
We talked about faith, family, and the power of conviction in a world that constantly demands you choose a side. Will shared how growing up in Texas shaped his worldview, what he learned from leaving ESPN for Fox News, and why he believes truth and empathy can still coexist in today’s media landscape.
We also discussed marriage, fatherhood, and the importance of raising boys who are strong, kind, and grounded. Will opened up about the pressure that comes with public life, how he handles criticism, and what it means to lead with both humility and courage.
This was real and unfiltered, an honest look at what it means to hold onto your values when the spotlight never turns off.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
4:04 Life as a Cowboy in Montana
12:19 The Sudden Passing of Will Cain’s Father
16:04 Mental Health
18:52 Will Cain’s Upbringing
23:44 Will Cain’s Early Days on TV
28:55 Will Cain Was in the Quinceañera Business?
33:28 Will Cain’s TV Pilot
35:44 First Time on TV
42:11 When Sage Met Will Cain at ESPN
49:18 Skip Bayless Story
51:56 Lessons Learned at ESPN
54:01 Will Cain’s Time at CNN
1:02:03 When ESPN “Turned”
1:11:55 Charlie Kirk
1:14:13 Hope for ESPN?
1:19:03 Second Attempt at a “Lip Pillow”
1:23:20 Fox & Friends
1:26:28 Hawaii
1:33:01 Relationship with Pete Hegseth
1:35:24 Is Fox News Propaganda?
1:38:12 Moving Back to Texas
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Riley Gaines & Louis Barker: Life as New Parents | Sage Steele Show | EP 78
Riley Gaines has become one of the most recognizable voices in the fight to protect women’s sports, but in this conversation, we got to see another side of her as a wife, a new mom, and a woman learning to balance purpose with peace.
Riley and her husband Louis sat down with me to talk about faith, marriage, and how they’ve stayed grounded through all the chaos of public life. We talked about their journey as newlyweds, how becoming parents has changed their perspective, and what it really feels like to be thrust into the national spotlight.
Riley opened up about the pressure of being a public figure, the criticism she faces, and how she finds strength in her faith and in her relationship with Louis. Together, they shared how they handle disagreements, protect their marriage, and stay focused on what matters most: family, purpose, and truth.
It’s a rare and refreshing look at the woman behind the headlines, and the man who’s been by her side through it all.
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Chapters:
00:00:00: Intro
00:03:09: Why Riley Gaines Is Ready for Baby #2
00:05:04: What Labor and Delivery Were Like for Louis
00:12:34: Life After Delivery: How Things Have Changed
00:17:06: Fears Leading Up to Delivery
00:35:23: Vaccines and Parenthood Choices
00:49:53: The “Push Present”
00:54:35: Who Is Louis Barker?
01:01:33: How Louis Proposed to Riley
01:10:08: Learning to Use Her Voice
01:16:30: Reliving the Day Riley Was Trapped Inside a Classroom at San Francisco State University
01:29:04: When It All Feels Like Too Much
01:33:31: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
01:35:34: Faith
01:45:06: The One Thing Everyone Should Know About Louis
01:47:47: The One Thing Everyone Should Know About Riley
01:49:30: What Riley and Louis Want Life to Be Like for Margot
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"If New York Falls, The Country Falls" | Sage Steele Show | EP 79
Arynne Wexler made a name for herself online as “Non Lib Take,” but who she’s becoming now is far more interesting than who she was.
In this episode, Arynne opens up about her journey from political commentary to personal growth, and how her faith, family, and experiences have shaped her outlook on life. We talked about where she finds her courage, what she’s learned from navigating criticism in the public eye, and why humor has become one of her most powerful tools for connection.
From viral moments, heated debates, to faith, and the lessons she’s learned about grace, this conversation is raw, funny, and deeply human.
Arynne Wexler is unapologetic, curious, and learning in real time what it means to stay grounded while the world keeps watching.
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Chapters:
00:00:00: Intro
00:03:57: Crazy White Liberal Women
00:08:18: None Lib Take
00:21:00: Where Arynne Wexler Gets Her Courage From
00:27:21: Ivy League Was the Assumption
00:31:15: We Summoned Zohran Mamdani (Spooky Moment)
00:33:30: Spooky!
00:33:46: The Hot Political Climate
00:37:39: What Happens If Zohran Mamdani Wins in NYC
00:42:28: What Happened with Cuomo in the Hamptons
00:47:46: Arynne’s Issue with Megyn Kelly
01:13:09: Arynne Wexler’s Future in DC
01:16:57: Why Are Jews Liberal
01:20:27: Stand Up Comedy
01:22:14: Arynne Wexler’s Relationship with Charlie Kirk
01:25:25: Glam!
01:37:42: Single and Ready to Mingle
01:42:40: Arynne as a Mom
01:47:14: Life in 10 Years for Arynne
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What Happens When Culture and Beliefs Collide? | Sage Steele Show | EP 77
Allie Beth Stuckey has never been afraid to speak truth in a world that often rewards silence. In this conversation, we talked about faith, conviction, and what it means to stand firm when culture pushes you to conform.
Allie opened up about her journey into broadcasting, how motherhood reshaped her worldview, and why she believes women today are desperate for truth, not validation. We also talked about the cost of conviction, how to disagree without dehumanizing, and why faith must come before fear, especially in media and leadership.
We discussed the state of Christianity in America, the pressure many young people face to compromise, and how social media has changed the way we share and live out our beliefs. Allie’s perspective is strong but full of grace, rooted in both intellect and compassion.
This conversation was about more than faith or influence. It was about courage, clarity, and holding fast to what is true even when it is unpopular.
Chapters:
0:00:00 - Intro
00:03:02: Allie Beth’s Personal Life
00:15:25: Allie Beth’s Thoughts on Marriage
00:21:20: Advice to Young Women on Finding the Right Partner
00:27:10: Lessons from Allie Beth’s Life
00:32:44: Dealing with Shame
00:41:32: Are Eating Disorders Considered Sinful?
00:46:16: Differences Between Southern Baptist, Reformed Christian, and Catholicism
00:52:19: Faith
01:12:45: Allie Beth’s Best Quotes
01:13:08: “It’s Easy to Be a Progressive”
01:14:16: “The Last Thing a Woman Wants Is to Be Excluded”
01:15:34: “I Am for the Death Penalty for the Same Reason I Am Against Abortion. I Value Innocent Life.”
01:19:19: “Your Daughters Should Not Be Listening to Taylor Swift. She Is Not a Role Model.”
01:26:24: How Allie Beth Manages Friendships That Disagree with the Bible
01:30:22: How Allie Beth Balances Sharing God’s Word Without Sounding Judgmental
01:32:56: Dealing with the Loss of Charlie Kirk
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