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  • How Big Pharma and Big Food Keep America Sick | Sage Steele Show | EP 69
    2025/08/20
    Calley Means has spent years pulling back the curtain on some of the most powerful industries in America, and what he shared with me was eye-opening. We talked about his journey from working inside the political machine to becoming a senior adviser to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and now one of the most outspoken critics of the food, pharmaceutical, and healthcare industries. Calley explained why he believes the health of our country starts with what we eat, and how the system is stacked against ordinary Americans from the time we are kids in school. He did not sugarcoat the reality. The statistics are dark, the incentives are broken, and the industries making billions off our sickness do not want to change. But Calley also brought hope by sharing why he still believes America can turn this around, what he is fighting for alongside RFK Jr. and Donald Trump, and the changes that could actually make us healthy again. This was a challenging and fascinating conversation that will make you question what you have been told about health, medicine, and the food on your plate. The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it.You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/sagesteele to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger.For behind-the-scenes content from this episode, check out my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheSageSteeleShow #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #health #food #rfkjr Chapters: 00:01:33 – Life at the White House 00:03:03 – Trump’s Second Term 00:05:50 – The State of Food and Health in America 00:09:51 – MAHA vs. Big Pharma 00:14:52 – How American Food and Health Declined 00:16:53 – NIH’s Questionable Interests and Spending 00:19:13 – Shocking Tactics Used by the Food Industry 00:20:07 – Michelle Obama and School Lunches 00:22:46 – How MAHA is Making an Impact 00:27:05 – RFK Jr. Joins Forces with President Trump 00:30:43 – What is SNAP? 00:38:09 – How the Medical Community Dismisses Patients 00:40:24 – Rebuilding Trust in Doctors and Medicine 00:47:24 – What to Do if Your Doctor Belittles You 00:51:05 – Is It Racist to Say Soda is Bad for You? 00:57:13 – Low Income and Poor Health 01:03:15 – The Means Family’s Health Habits 01:06:52 – The Presidential Fitness Test 01:11:59 – Calley’s Mother and the Reason He Fights 01:15:57 – Powerful Moment: Calley on His Mother’s Final Days 01:23:42 – Cancer by the Numbers 01:30:56 – Closing Thoughts Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 34 分
  • The Other Side of Skip Bayless | Sage Steele Show | EP 68
    2025/08/19
    Skip Bayless has built a career on delivering sharp takes, holding bold opinions, and never backing down from a debate, but this conversation revealed a side of him that most people never see. We discussed the work ethic that has fueled his decades in sports media, from his early days as a newspaper columnist to becoming one of the most recognizable personalities on television. Skip opened up about the sacrifices, the criticism, and the pressure that comes with living your life in front of an audience every single day. He shared personal stories about his childhood, the moments that shaped him, and the relationships that have kept him grounded in a business that can easily pull you away from what matters most. We also got into his views on competition, how he prepares for those high-stakes TV debates, and why he’s still as passionate about sports as he was on day one. This was Skip Bayless beyond the hot takes- a thoughtful, driven man who’s as committed to his craft as he is to staying true to himself. The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/sagesteele to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #espn #shannonsharpe #skipbayless Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 58 分
  • Dr. Drew on Trauma, Addiction, and What’s Really Wrong with America | Sage Steele Show | EP. 67
    2025/08/06
    Dr. Drew has spent decades in the public eye, but sitting down with him revealed the man behind the microphone. We talked about his journey from medical school to becoming one of the most recognizable doctors in America, and how his work in the ICU, psychiatry, and addiction medicine gave him a rare window into the full spectrum of the human experience. He shared deeply personal stories about raising triplets, facing his child’s brain surgery, and how his own childhood trauma shaped both his empathy and his work ethic. Dr. Drew didn’t shy away from tough topics. We dug into the nature of addiction, why childhood trauma is often the hidden catalyst, and how he believes cities like Los Angeles could actually solve the homelessness crisis if they had the courage to act. He was candid about mental health, loss, and the need for pragmatic solutions in a world that too often favors ideology over reality. This conversation is full of lessons from someone who has truly seen it all- inside the hospital and out in the world. The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #drdrew #addictionrecovery Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 40 分
  • "I Hit Rock Bottom After Getting Red-Pilled" | The Sage Steele Show | EP 66
    2025/07/30
    Some conversations stop you in your tracks- and this was one of them. Xaviaer DuRousseau joined me to talk about how he went from identifying as a proud liberal to becoming one of the boldest conservative voices challenging the mainstream narrative today. He walked me through that transformation. What shifted, what hurt, and what ultimately freed him. We talked about identity, race, and the pressure to conform. Xaviaer opened up about the backlash he’s faced, the isolation that comes with speaking your truth, and why he refuses to be quiet- even when it would be easier. This wasn’t about towing a party line. It was about finding the courage to break away from the script and rewriting your own. You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/sagesteele to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger. Chapters: 00:02:34 – Who Is Xaviaer DuRousseau 00:07:57 – How Xaviaer Got Into the Spotlight 00:12:06 – Debunking Xaviaer 00:21:45 – The Truth About BLM 00:25:20 – The Controversial Black Woman Statue 00:29:32 – Fearless Commentary on Taboo Topics 00:38:02 – Losing Friends and Family Over Politics 00:44:07 – Family 00:46:21 – Navigating His Relationship with His Dad 00:50:03 – Does Xaviaer Ever Question Himself? 00:53:50 – Hitting Rock Bottom After Getting Red-Pilled 01:03:02 – The One Thing That Saved Xaviaer’s Life 01:09:00 – How the Influencer Journey Began 01:15:58 – Dealing with Online Harassment 01:22:49 – The Decline of Pop Culture 01:29:47 – Xaviaer’s Proudest Moment The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #prageru #blm #xaviaer #XaviaerDuRousseau Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 38 分
  • Who is Vivek Ramaswamy? | The Sage Steele Show | EP 65
    2025/07/24
    This one was personal in a way I didn’t expect. I sat down with Vivek Ramaswamy—not just to talk politics—but to talk about faith, family, and what drives him as a man. We got into what it was like growing up as the child of Indian immigrants, how his faith shapes the way he sees the world, and why he’s more interested in speaking the truth than winning approval. Now running for governor of Ohio, Vivek spoke about what it means to be an outsider in politics, the backlash he’s faced for standing firm on controversial issues, and why he believes most Americans are hungry for something real. He opened up about his marriage, his kids, and what he wants to teach them about courage. Whether you agree with him or not, Vivek doesn’t pull punches—and I respect that. This conversation was raw, honest, and bigger than politics. Check out LifeRX at - http://bit.ly/4loYuEP Code: STEELE Chapters: 00:06:54 – Milwaukee Debate 00:14:25 – What Vivek Learned from His Presidential Campaign 00:18:42 – Who Is Vivek? 00:27:20 – Apoorva Ramaswamy 00:31:37 – Breaking News! 00:34:44 – Having Children 00:35:52 – I HATE the Word Balance 00:38:54 – Vivek’s Parents 00:42:53 – What Vivek Has Done by Age 40 00:55:39 – Reforming Teaching 01:01:10 – Top 3 Priorities as Governor of Ohio 01:04:57 – DOGE 01:07:20 – Vivek as Governor of Ohio 01:11:24 – Epstein Files 01:19:32 – Vivek in 10 Years The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #vivekramaswamy #doge #vivekramaswamydoge Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 30 分
  • Samantha Ponder Breaks Her Silence Since ESPN Firing (FIRST Interview) | The Sage Steele Show
    2025/07/16
    It’s been almost a year since @samanthaponder was abruptly fired by ESPN. Since then, she has been in a self-described hibernation…until now. This is not an interview, it’s a conversation. It’s Sam’s story. Her story of why she believes she was fired, how that awful moment prompted endless self-reflection…changing her life in the most beautiful ways. Being fired helped her marriage, helped her relationship with her kids, changed her perspective on so much, and strengthened her beliefs in many other ways. This is about the reality and insanity of the world today, and Sam’s choice to now live in this world differently - with purpose, passion, and so much love. In this conversation, Sam is as vulnerable and self-aware as anyone I’ve ever had on my show…it’s incredible, and inspirational. Full disclosure…Sam and I have been friends for almost 15 years. Our first connection was our last names (The Steele Sisters!) and now, I truly do consider her a sister for life ❤️ Her faith inspires me more than I can describe. Her prayers & support have gotten me through so much, and it’s been beautiful to see her grow as a mother, and as a woman. I am so very proud of how she has chosen to handle such a difficult situation, and proud to call her a friend forever! Visit https://www.vinia.com/sage to get VINIA’s special buy 2, get 1 month free offer. Now, for about $1 a day, you too can experience VINIA’s proven results, plus get 10% off any VINIA purchase. Chapters: 00:02:18 – How Sam Got Fired From ESPN 00:14:22 – Men in Women’s Sports 00:19:17 – What Money & Fame Does to You 00:24:09 – How It Happened 00:28:17 – Being Disciplined by God 00:34:28 – Our Friendship 00:43:01 – Being a Woman in Sports 00:50:19 – Life at ESPN 00:59:15 – Life After TV 01:08:33 – The Stressful Reality of Live TV 01:23:09 – Hearing the Voice of God 01:29:11 – Family 01:46:06 – Sam’s Message to the People The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast #espn #samanthaponder Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 時間 9 分
  • Roseanne Barr | The Sage Steele Show
    2025/07/09
    This conversation with Roseanne Barr was exactly what I hoped it would be—real, unfiltered, and a little bit wild in the best way. We talked about her childhood in Salt Lake City, the moment she says God told her she’d have her own show when she was just three, and how that early vision shaped her entire worldview. She opened up about her rise in stand-up comedy, what it really took to get Roseanne on the air, and the battles she fought for creative control. But she didn’t shy away from the hardest parts: the tweet that blew up her career, the accusations of racism, the fallout from being “canceled,” and how she sees media and politics today. Roseanne is blunt, sometimes controversial, but always raw and honest. She shared how she’s rebuilt her life, why she still believes in pushing boundaries with comedy, and what matters most to her now—her family, her grandkids, and her personal freedom. If you think you know Roseanne Barr, this conversation might surprise you. Check out LifeRX at - http://bit.ly/4loYuEP Code: STEELE Chapters: 05:00 – Growing up Jewish in Salt Lake City 10:00 – Starting out in comedy and finding her voice 19:00 – Breaking into Hollywood and creating Roseanne 25:00 – Fame, power struggles, and creative control battles 36:00 – Being “canceled” and the tweet that changed everything 38:00 – Media backlash and accusations of racism 45:00 – Defending herself and public perception 53:00 – Life after Roseanne: stand-up, rebuilding, new projects 59:00 – Culture wars and pushing back on political correctness 01:07:00 – Free speech and censorship debates 01:09:00 – Mental health, personal cost of controversy 01:11:00 – Family, grandkids, and what really matters now 01:12:00 – Comedy then vs. now: her take on the industry 01:24:00 – Her legacy and what she wants people to know 01:25:00 – Final reflections on gratitude, faith, and freedom The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 43 分
  • Pastor Lorenzo Sewell | The Sage Steele Show
    2025/07/02
    There are certain conversations you know will stay with you, and my talk with Pastor Lorenzo Sewell was exactly that. He’s the lead pastor of 180 Church in Detroit, but what struck me most wasn’t just his title- it was his raw honesty about where he came from and what he believes his community truly needs. We talked about the time President Trump visited Detroit, a place no Republican president had visited since Reagan, and the prayer that surprised everyone, including Trump himself. He didn’t hold back about the state of Detroit, the challenges Black communities face, and why he believes faith and politics can’t stay separate when people are suffering. Pastor Lorenzo shared his own journey from street life to the pulpit, his unfiltered thoughts on abortion, poverty, crime, and why he refuses to change his message to fit any party’s talking points. He’s passionate, unapologetic, and committed to telling the truth- even if it costs him friends, congregation members, or personal safety. The Sage Steele Show is a weekly podcast hosted by former ESPN anchor Sage Steele. Each week, Sage sits down with entertainers, athletes, business people, and politicians to have deep dive personal one on one discussions that enlighten, entertain, and engage. There’s a whole big world out there that’s not just sports, and Sage wants to talk about all of it. #sagesteelepodcast #sagesteele #podcast Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 30 分