Podcasts about Michigan Republican Party

Susan Kokinda  has been politically active since 1968, when she was part of the Robert Kennedy presidential campaign in Oregon and California. She pivoted politically after that, and in the 1970's and 1980's was active in Washington, DC, defending Richard Nixon during Watergate, covering the White House during the Carter Administration, and working with Congress in support of President Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative. With President Trump's 2016 victory, she knew it was time to return to Michigan. Since then, she has been organizing throughout the state, educating and building support for President Trump's commitment to make the U.S. a manufacturing superpower and to make the Republican Party the party of workers and producers. In March 2025, she was elected Coalitions Vice Chair of the Michigan Republican Party.  She broadcasts on the Promethean Update YouTube channel and regularly reaches over 300,000 views. Her theme, along with her co-host Barbara Boyd, is that the real battle in the world is between the opposing principles of the American System and the British System, which represent two different images of man and society.  She has been interviewed by OAN, Real America's Voice, Stephen Gardner, and numerous podcasters.  The KunstlerCast theme music is the beautiful Two Rivers Waltz written and performed by Larry Unger

May 6, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Rusty Hills, former chair of the Michigan Republican Party and lecturer at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, about parallels between the war in Iran and the Vietnam War. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On our political radar this week… Michigan Republicans have turned their backs on the craziest of the MAGA crazies with hopes of at least one upset in November. But the leader in their race for Governor had a bad weekend. John James had some of the delegates booing him as he was introduced for his speech … much to the delight of septuagenarian perpetual candidate Perry Johnson. Volunteers manning a Rank MI Vote booth at the Michigan Republican Party’s endorsement convention this past weekend were asked to leave by party leaders and security after Rep. MAGA Matt Maddock told them their presence wasn’t welcome…and called them Communists. Rank MI Vote volunteers said they had paid the party for a booth under the name of the ballot question seeking to establish a ranked voting system in the state and wanted to talk with people who are politically active about their objective. The Michigan Court of Appeals which ruled that 37 absentee ballots for Mayor of Hamtramck should be counted … in an election that was otherwise decided by 11 votes.  National Democrats have targeted two Michigan Republicans in Congress for retirement. “House Majority Forward” is running ads on the TSA mess at airports – pointing out that Bill Huizenga and Tom Barrett blocked legislation paying TSA agents … even though the bill they opposed was unanimously approved by the Senate.  A new tabulation from the Huffington Post shows Donald Trump's nearly weekly golf trips to Florida have cost taxpayers $100-million in the last year. He is  on track to hit nearly one-third of a billion dollars by the end of his term.  The latest in the Trump ego-massage campaign: Trump shared the first images of his planned presidential library in downtown Miami, posting a short video that depicts a skyscraper which appears to be about 50 stories tall and filled with reconstructions of parts of the White House, military vehicles and at least two gold statues of Trump. Also included in plans for the gaudy Miami high rise: a hotel, golden escalators, gold doo-dads everywhere, displays attacking Barack Obama and Joe Biden, and the Boeing 747 given to Trump by the oil sheiks of Qatar. Probably missing from the high-rise library: books … and any mentions of Jeffrey Epstein. Another Trump stroking comes by way of Florida. Travelers in Palm Beach soon will be able to drive down President Donald J. Trump Boulevard to catch a flight at President Donald J. Trump International Airport, all in the shadow of nearby Mar-a-Lago, owned by President Donald J. Trump. Trump had a hat-trick of losses in court over the last week: construction on his half-billion-dollar ballroom has been paused, with the judge saying it needed congressional approval, another judge ruled the defunding of NPR and PBS was unconstitutional, and still another judge ruled that presidential immunity did not shield Trump from lawsuits growing out of the January 6 insurrection. And the Supreme Court seems poised to reject Trump’s abolishing of birthright citizenship. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson calls bullshit on the latest Trump executive order which turns control of elections to the Post Office, Department of Justice and Homeland Security. Her immediate reaction: “States run elections, not the president. This executive order is illegal on its face.” Expect to hear from Dana Nessel and other Democratic state attorneys general about a lawsuit in the near future. There's seemingly no end to politics in our lives. It has even infiltrated sports. As we approach this weekend's Final Four in men's basketball, we take a deep dive into the intersection of Sports, Politics and Money with three-time Michigan Sportscaster of the Year Jack Ebling. He has covered college sports dating back to the days when Jim Harbaugh was the University of Michigan's quarterback and Earvin Johnson was a magical MSU freshman. Unlike ESPN's Stephen Smith, Jack’s take on political issues actually make sense … and he doesn't start screaming to make his point! A two-time graduate of MSU, the former English teacher and coach spent nearly a quarter-century as a beat writer and columnist for the Lansing State Journal and won 21 major writing awards before entering broadcasting in 2002. In addition to the sportswriting honors, Jack was named 2017 Michigan Broadcaster of the Year and was a 2006 inductee into the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame. He has received 21 major state and national writing awards, authored or co-authored eight books and contributed more than 125 articles for national publications. He has hosted sports and news talk radio shows for nearly a quarter-century, including The Drive with Jack Ebling. Every Sunday evening since 2013, he has hosted Press Pass with Jack Ebling on FOX 47 in Lansing, the state’s longest-running hour-long, year-long sports TV show. We’re now on YouTube every week! Click here to subscribe. A Republic, If You Can Keep It is sponsored by © Clay Jones – https://claytoonz.substack.com  

MIRS Podcast Host Samantha Shriber recaps the Michigan Republican Party's recent endorsement convention, where Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd and Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini won Republicans' endorsements for Attorney General and Secretary of State (1:32).  She shares interview clips from Michigan Republican Party Chair Jim Runestad and state House Speaker Matt Hall.  Also, MIRS catches up one-on-one with Republican candidate for governor, Tom Leonard, a former Michigan House speaker from DeWitt. Leonard talks about why he feels that Lansing is "broken," wanting to abolish suspicion of "pay-to-play" in the Capitol and why he believes he's the "grassroots candidate" in Republicans' primary (12:22).  Do you sign up for credit cards based on travel rewards? Nick Simpson of the Electronic Payments Coalition and President James Canders of the Michigan Association of Airport Executives share why they think a federal proposal could potentially cut a consumer's rewards in half (40:10). 

Prior to his nomination to his current position as the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, Pete Hoekstra served as Chairman of the Michigan Republican Party during the 2024 elections, where his leadership did much to deliver a Republican victory.  During the first Trump Administration, Pete served as Ambassador to the Netherlands.   Previous to that service, Pete was elected as a Member of Congress from 1993 to 2011, representing Michigan's 2nd District.  In Congress among other responsibilities, Pete was Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence from 2004 to 2007.  Pete is a graduate of Hope College in Holland, Michigan and then worked to receive an M.B.A. degree from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.  Subsequent to that, Pete was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Grand Valley State University and has also been the recipient of many other outstanding awards. Pete and his wife Diane recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and are grateful to God for their three adult children.  In this podcast, Pete Hoekstra describes his heart for America as well as his gratitude for our close neighbor Canada, the nation in which he now is required, as our ambassador, to make his home.  As we approach our nation's 250th birthday, Pete shared how God's blessing has kept America relatively prosperous and blessed in the past, and how we need constantly to renew our passion for Him and His ways to continue to receive God's blessing. When I asked him about his relationship with his "boss" Donald Trump, Pete described some of his periodic one-on-one interactions with the President.  Finally, Pete helped conclude our discussion by leading us in a sincere prayer to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prior to his nomination to his current position as the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, Pete Hoekstra served as Chairman of the Michigan Republican Party during the 2024 elections, where his leadership did much to deliver a Republican victory. During the first Trump Administration, Pete served as Ambassador to the Netherlands. Previous to that service, Pete was elected as a Member of Congress from 1993 to 2011, representing Michigan's 2nd District.  In Congress among other responsibilities, Pete was Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence from 2004 to 2007. Pete is a graduate of Hope College in Holland, Michigan and then worked to receive an M.B.A. degree from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.  Subsequent to that, Pete was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Grand Valley State University and has also been the recipient of many other outstanding awards. Pete and his wife Diane recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and are grateful to God for their three adult children. In this podcast, Pete Hoekstra describes his heart for America as well as his gratitude for our close neighbor Canada, the nation in which he now is required, as our ambassador, to make his home. As we approach our nation's 250th birthday, Pete shared how God's blessing has kept America relatively prosperous and blessed in the past, and how we need constantly to renew our passion for Him and His ways to continue to receive God's blessing. When I asked him about his relationship with his “boss” Donald Trump, Pete described some of his periodic one-on-one interactions with the President. Finally, Pete helped conclude our discussion by leading us in a sincere prayer to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pollster Ed Sarpolus said Friday morning that the Michigan Republican Party doesn't believe GOP Congressman John James can win the 2026 governor's race.“Right now, Republicans want him out of the state, off the ballot — even the DeVos family is wavering,” Sarpolus, executive director of Target Insyght in Lansing, said on a live podcast, The Week That Was. (The discussion begins at the 43:46 mark of the video below.)Sarpolus said he's skeptical of a recent Republican poll that showed James not only leading his party in the primary but also ahead in a three-way general election race.Sarpolus and guest Beverly Watts, a public relations specialist, both said Republicans are looking for an alternative candidate to James.Some other Republicans in the race include Pastor Ralph Rebandt, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, former House Speaker Tom Leonard and former Attorney General Mike Cox.Others on the show included host Saeed Khan; attorneys Steve Fishman and Joel Sklar; veteran journalist Nancy Derringer; and Deadline Detroit co-founder Allan Lengel.Fishman, a criminal defense attorney, discussed the gambling indictments unsealed Thursday in New York, one of which names former Detroit Pistons star Chauncey Billups.

September 22, 2025 ~ Jim Runestad, State Senator R- White Lake and Chair of the Michigan Republican Party, joins Rocky Raczkowski to recap the Republican Conference on Mackinac Island. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve is joined by Meshawn Maddock, former Michigan Republican Party co-chair, for a deeply personal and emotional conversation remembering Charlie Kirk. Charlie was more than a conservative leader, he was a friend, a fighter for freedom, and a man who inspired millions with his courage to stand firm in faith and in truth. Steve and Meshawn reflect on Charlie's impact on Michigan, the conservative movement, and the country at large. They discuss the outpouring of grief, the political awakening his death has sparked, and why Charlie's legacy will continue to drive a renewed commitment to defending Christian and conservative values in America.

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In Episode 436 of the Grassroots Army Podcast, Garrett Soldano sits down with Meghan Reckling to break down the current state of the Michigan Republican Party. Discover the key strategies Republicans need to win up and down the ticket in 2026. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of Michigan politics!

February 24, 2025 ~ Detroit News Editorial Page Editor Nolan Finley joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie to talk about the third anniversary of the Russian invasion into Ukraine, the bipartisan bill addressing sick leave and tipped wages passed in Michigan, the election of Jim Rundstedt as the Michigan Republican Party chair, and so much more!

February 24, 2025 ~ At this weekend's Michigan Republican Party convention in Detroit, State Rep. Bryan Posthumas gathered support for a ballot committee for a constitutional amendment requiring proof of citizenship to register and photo ID to vote. He joins Kevin to share more.

In The Grassroots Army Episode 433, Garrett Soldano sits down with Joe Cella to discuss his campaign for Michigan GOP Chair. They dive into the future of the Michigan Republican Party, the challenges ahead, and Joe's vision for uniting the conservative movement. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on leadership, grassroots activism, and the fight to take back Michigan.Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

James Asher shares his journey from a challenging childhood to running for youth chair of the Michigan Republican Party. He discusses the impact of COVID-19 on education, the importance of youth engagement, and the economic challenges facing Michigan's next generation. Discover more at Enjoyer.com/PodcastFollow James Asher on X: @JamestAsherFollow James on X:@DownI75 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michiganenjoyer.substack.com

An ambassador who wants to lead the Michigan Republican Party joins ML and Marc to talk about his plans for […]

Ambassador Joe Cella served as the United States Ambassador to Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga, and Tuvalu from 2019-2021. Former United States Ambassador Joseph Cella Announces Run for Michigan Republican Party Chairman

What potential stories are you preparing for in 2025? MIRS kicks things off with Anna Heaton – the vice president of public affairs firm Resch Strategies – and Republican consultant Jamie Roe. They share what they have on their bingo cards for new year political and policy headlines (1:00).  Additionally, MIRS meets Mark Ludwig, chair of the Michigan Democratic Party's Rural Caucus. He wants to be the next chair of the state Democratic party (24:40).  MIRS also catches up with Scott Greenlee, a candidate for Michigan Republican Party chair. When he unsuccessfully ran in 2023, he said Republican legacy donors and "establishment" members were taking a lot of criticism. He thinks this year's party is ready for pitches to bring people together (42:40)

Sequels are all the rage for Hollywood, and the same is true in Washington D.C.  We're two weeks away from the official launch of the Trump-Musk administration and even before inauguration, chaos and lies return to D.C. The chaos: an intra-MAGA war over immigration, with co-president-elect Musk raging over the possible loss of the right to import lower-wage tech support for his companies whiles MAGAs fume. And we had a messy start to the legislative session as Mike Johnson wins underwhelming but enough support for staying on as Speaker. The lies: the other co-president offers alternative facts in falsely linking the horrific terrorist attack in New Orleans to his obsession over immigration on the southwest border. The terrorist was a U.S. born military veteran … but you'd think from Trump's statements he had snuck into the country from Mexico. Mike Luckovich - Atlantia Journal Constitution Topping Michigan's political news: the state's Democrats are uniting around Curtis Hertel Jr. as the new party chair, and the contenders for national party chair will begin their series of public debates next week in Detroit. In the latter contest, there are signs that a 24-year-old activist will be elected vice chair, with Parkland mass shooting survivor David Hogg scoring major points with his ideas for year-round party building. Some of the other stories on our radar this week: GOP political consultant seeks Michigan Republican Party chair - Detroit News Federal courts won't refer Clarence Thomas to AG - AP News The culture war over transgender people. Out of the 510,000 NCAA athletes there are about 10 transgender women. https://www.publicnotice.co/ Schumer endorses Ben Wikler for Democratic National Committee chairman - The Washington Post US poised to see dramatic drop in homicides for 3rd straight year - ABC News Detroit on pace for fewest killings since 1965, fewest carjackings ever - Detroit News $$ Trans rights to be marquee fight for House Republicans - POLITICO Matt Davies - Andrews McMeel Syndication =========================== This episode is sponsored in part by EPIC ▪ MRA, a full service survey research firm with expertise in • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with the Honorable Peter Hoekstra, former US Ambassador to the Netherlands (2018-2021) and US Congressman. Ambassador Hoekstra served in the US Congress (1993-2011) and was chairman of the House Intelligence Committee. He was a member of the Gang of Eight from 2004 until 2011 receiving the most highly classified information available in the U.S. government. He is currently the chairman of the Michigan Republican Party. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @petehoekstra @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

November 7, 2024 ~ Pete Hoekstra, chair of the Michigan Republican Party, talks with Guy and Lloyd about Donald Trump winning the statewide election, possibly moving to the Trump administration, and why Mike Rogers lost to Elissa Slotkin for the U.S. Senate seat.

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with the Honorable Peter Hoekstra, former US Ambassador to the Netherlands (2018-2021) and US Congressman. Ambassador Hoekstra served in the US Congress (1993-2011) and was chairman of the House Intelligence Committee. He was a member of the Gang of Eight from 2004 until 2011 receiving the most highly classified information available in the U.S. government. He is currently the chairman of the Michigan Republican Party. Our discussion on America's Roundtable with Ambassador Hoekstra covers: Illegal immigration destroying America's cities. Return to the managed immigration based on the rule of law that made the United States - a country of immigrants, entering the country legally to pursue the American Dream. The American economy | Discrepancy in the US unemployment figures by 818,000 individuals -The Federal Reserve Bank's first rate cut in 4 years - recession or soft landing? | Jerome Powell: “There's been quite an influx across the borders, and that is actually one of the things that's allowed the unemployment rate to rise." Upholding the free speech, combating lies and rejecting censorship. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @petehoekstra @ileaderssummit @AmericasRT @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Diddy arrested & denied bail, new info on Donald Trump's second assassination attempt, WATP Karl with more Woke Dad, Miley Cyrus v. Bruno Mars, and a deep dive into The Jackson Victory tour after Tito's passing. John Melendez saved his money up to get the worst tattoo possibly ever. Sports: The Detroit Tigers are the hottest team in baseball and just might squeak into the playoffs. Monday Night Football was a thriller as the Atlanta Falcons beat the Philadelphia Eagles. Bring back the Redskins. The natives demand it. RB Kareem Hunt gets another shot with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Kelce's are PLAYED OUT. Israel pulled off a bizarre pager-attack against Hezbollah. There is some gruesome video going around the web of the attack. Some people are saying that is a soft way to die, reminding Drew of Material Issue's singer's suicide by moped. Diddy has been arrested and jailed. The Feds confiscated 3 AR-15s and 1,000 bottles of baby oil. TMZ's latest “documentary” dives into OnlyFans. Ryan Routh is the latest would-be Donald Trump assassin. His penis pic has already leaked. Ben and JLo are playing games with their children's heads… and ours. Karl from WATP joins us to update us on old man Howard Stern, give us more Woke Dad cringe, the latest lazy internet game show, and tear apart Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. Episode 4 of the Call Sam Chopper Shop is out. Jane's Addiction officially cancels their tour. The other members of the band release joint statement basically saying Perry Farrell is messed up. RIP REO Speedwagon. RIP Tito Jackson. We do an extensive deep dive into the Jackson's Victory Tour. Amy Robach and TJ Homes have another stupid podcast. Miley Cyrus sued because her hit song ripped off Bruno Mars' hit song. How did Ryan Routh almost take out Donald Trump? Kamala's a Big Fat Liar parody song. Kwame Kilpatrick is the latest spokesman for the Michigan Republican Party. Visit Our Presenting Sponsor Hall Financial – Michigan's highest rated mortgage company If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Page, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with distinguished guest Ambassador Peter Hoekstra. The conversation focuses on key issues affecting American families and communities as the country continues to experience persistent higher prices for food and gas. A published report by The Wall Street Journal said, "Yet since January 2021 electricity prices have soared 29.4%—about 50% more than overall inflation." The Wall Street Journal in a report on July 3, 2024 stated, "The Fed raised rates at the fastest pace in 40 years in 2022 and 2023 to combat inflation that also rose to a four-decade high. They have held their benchmark rate in a range between 5.25% and 5.5% since last July." This discussion on America's Roundtable also provides an update on foreign policy issues impacting America. The conflict in Europe triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Iran-backed terror group Hamas' invasion of Israel on October 7, 2023 and Iran's first-ever open attack on Israel on April 13, 2024, have shown cracks in America's leadership on the global stage. Bio | Ambassador Peter Hoekstra Ambassador Hoekstra represented the United States as Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. During his tenure, The Hague hosted the Department of State Global Entrepreneurial Summit in June of 2019, which was attended by over 2000 entrepreneurs, investors, and other business leaders. The Dutch Parliament created the American Friendship Group at his urging. He continues to aggressively and effectively promote United States foreign policy goals and objectives. Pete served in the United States Congress for 18 years, representing Michigan's 2nd Congressional District from 1993 to 2011. He served as Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence from 2004 until January 2007. He was a member of the Gang of Eight from 2004 until 2011 receiving the most highly classified information available in the U.S. government. Prior to his service in the U.S. Congress, Pete had a successful career at Herman Miller, Inc. of Zeeland, Michigan—a company frequently cited as one of the most admired in America and one of the best places to work. Over his 15 year career at Herman Miller, Pete worked in a variety of positions rising through the ranks to become the Vice President of Marketing. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @petehoekstra @ileaderssummit @AmericasRT @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Steve Gruber discusses news and headlines

David Waldman missed President Joe Biden's State of the Union speech live last night. That's ok, somebody probably recorded it, and he can watch their copy.  David missed Joe giving them hell. This might have been Biden's long-awaited pivot point! It is definitely his Republican talking point's pivot from “Sleepy!” to “He's so mean to us!”, which is a good thing. Now the talk can move from vibes, to issues, from rhetoric to solutions, for you know, “kitchen table issues”… Which brings us to the Gop SOTU Rebuttal, which used a “kitchen”, sort of, with a couple of added props, including one that talked and said very kitchen-y things. Of course, their viewership doesn't usually require that much in production value, as long as they can hear their secret catch-phrases. Like when they heard that a migrant finally killed a pretty white girl, they probably popped champagne over at RNC headquarters. Another pretty white girl, Sydney Sweeney, confused MAGA by being “funny”, and they just don't get jokes. Sweeney recently appeared on Saturday Night Live, and on that very show they said the word “boobs” at least twice, so all is forgiven. Sydney can keep supporting Hollywood's vast freelance under caste. Are you better off now than four years ago? Donald Trump definitely was.  Trump will finally pay his legal fees and bail bonds, at least once the RNC's checks clear. Unfortunately for Steve KG Bannon, he's not on Laura Trump's gift list. Lastly, let's look in on the Michigan Republican Party and their evil twin, still locked in a death grip, yet not quite off the edge of the cliff.

This week in politics starts, of course, with Michigan's Presidential Primary. The primary has Biden and Trump winning by a bunch — but both campaigns see warning signs for November. Also this week: Sneaker salesman Trump graciously accepts victory by calling Gretchen Whitmer “a terrible governor who sold you out”, and UAW president Shawn Fein “atrocious" A state court has, for now, put Kristina Karamo out to political pasture, but the fight for control of what's left of the Michigan Republican Party goes on Michigan born-and-bred Ronna Romney McDaniel admits the obvious: she's officially another victim of Trump's one-way loyalty Former Michigan Congressman Mike Rogers is trying to rewrite his legislative history sponsoring legislative mirroring last week's Alabama ruling that embryos are people Joining the podcast is Lou Glazer, head of the economic think tank Michigan Future, a non-partisan, non-profit organization. Michigan Future's mission is to be a source of new ideas on how Michigan can succeed as a world class community in a knowledge-driven economy. Its work is funded by Michigan foundations. Glazer currently is heading efforts to implement a new agenda designed to raise household income for all. Prior to joining MFI, he served as Deputy Director of the Michigan Department of Commerce during the Blanchard Administration. He received Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Michigan. =========================== This episode is sponsored in part by EPIC ▪ MRA,  a full service survey research firm with expertise in: • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management ===========================

Steve Gruber discusses news and headlines

It's Thursday and David Waldman and Greg Dworkin are here asking questions that you didn't know you had, with answers that you didn't know you needed. But now you do! We remain under a cloud of mass shootings. The Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting took place on the 6th anniversary of the Parkland shooting. And it took place on the 16th anniversary of the Northern Illinois University shooting. And 2 days ago, was the anniversary of the Michigan State shooting. And next Monday will be 12 years since Alabama-Huntsville and 2 years since Portland and 17 since Bethel Alaska and… pretty cloudy. It's all a nightmare, but at least we have Gop failure to cheer us. MAGA is a schadenfreude conveyor belt overflowing with potentially endless delights whipped up by Chef de Àne Donald Trump and his bumbling assistant Mike Johnson. It's not all Republicans stepping on rakes and falling into their own Burmese Tiger traps, though. A lot of this is happening because Democrats are beating them. It's time for President Joe Biden to reveal that there's a sun behind the clouds.  Apparently, Republicans cribbed their ideas from Eastern Europe. In the meantime, Donald Trump heads from all of his civil courts to the first of his criminal courts this March 25. Pete Hoekstra takes over the Authentic No. 1 Michigan Republican Party, just down the street from Kristina Karamo's A-1 Original Michigan Republican Party. Republicans probably expect that Russian space nukes might overshadow all of their bad news… and they could be correct. The Mayorkas impeachment has done all of the damage that they could expect to get out of it. Let's pop a couple for William “Bill” Post, inventor of the Pop Tart and quite possibly a Keebler Elf...

The Michigan Supreme Court has refused to review a case that sought to ban Donald Trump from having his name placed on the Republican primary ballot in Michigan. This ruling is unsurprising given the unique election laws and procedures in Michigan. If the Michigan Republican Party wants to place a name on its presidential primary ballot, it can put any name it likes, including someone who may otherwise be disqualified from holding public office. That may make little sense, but each state has the right to enact its own election laws and regulations, and Michigan has chose a . . . curious way to go about things. Notably, the Michigan Secretary of State has no legal authority to reject Trump's name even though he engaged in an insurrection. So the Michigan Supreme Court opted to not review the case, as it involved no violation of Michigan election laws. However, if Trump were to win the Republican nomination, the suit will be refiled and the court may then HAVE to review and resolve the case. Indeed, the attorney who brought the case on behalf of the Michigan voters has said he will refile the case if Trump ends up being the Republican nominee.If you're interested in supporting our all-volunteer efforts and mission, you can becoming a Team Justice patron at: / glennkirschner For our Team Justice and Justice Matters merchandise visit:https://shop.spreadshirt.com/glennkir...Check out Glenn's website at glennkirschner.comFollow Glenn on:Threads: https://www.threads.net/glennkirschner2Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glennkirschner2Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glennkirschner2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennkirsch...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.