February 04, 2026

Defending People Against a Broken System ft. Brian Steel | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 29

2 hours 5 minutes

On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Brian Steel, one of the most respected and principled criminal defense attorneys in America. Known for his discipline, integrity, and willingness to stand alone when the system fails, Brian Steel delivers an unflinching breakdown of why the American justice system is not just broken but engineered to prey on poverty and race.

From mass incarceration and probation traps to the criminalization of rap lyrics and the erosion of First Amendment rights, this conversation goes far beyond headlines. Brian shares personal stories from his upbringing, his evolution as a lawyer, and the cases that shaped his belief that the government must be questioned and power must be checked. He explains why knowing your rights is essential, why juries still matter, and why justice only works when people are brave enough to demand it.

This is not a legal lecture. It is a human conversation about dignity, freedom, responsibility, and the future. If you care about civil rights, culture, art, or simply understanding how the system really works, this is an episode you need to hear.

Books Referenced:

• Rap on Trial by Erik Nielson

Published by The New Press

https://thenewpress.com/books/rap-on-trial

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