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Rick Lynch has written speeches for national figures, sold stories to Hollywood, and published across 20+ newspapers. Now, after decades behind the scenes, he joins The MiddleGround Mic to talk about communication, truth, and how America can start talking again.

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In this thought-provoking conversation, host Joe Steagall welcomes Suzanne Parry, a former U.S. arms control negotiator who helped shape the Gorbachev-era disarmament talks and now writes historical fiction that feels more relevant than ever.

Drawing on her novel The Communist’s Secret, Suzanne explores how Cold War ideology, misinformation, and power struggles echo through today’s headlines — from Russia’s war in Ukraine to Iran and Israel’s tense standoff.

Listeners will learn:

• Why the Cold War never really ended — it just evolved
• How authoritarian governments weaponize truth and media
• What Suzanne’s firsthand experience at the Pentagon taught her about negotiating with the enemy
• How fiction can preserve truth when facts are politicized

Whether you’re a history buff, policy junkie, or just someone trying to understand our world, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of The MiddleGround Mic, we pull back the curtain on Zohran Mamdani — his journey from Kampala to Queens, his mayoral campaign for New York City in 2025, and the claims both critics and backers are making about him IS Zohran Mamdani REALLY A COMMUNIST?

We walk through more than 20 major points — from his platform to endorsements to controversies — and label each one FACT or FICTION, always with sourced evidence. If you care about balanced, in-depth political commentary that avoids extremes and finds the middle ground, this is the episode for you.

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 Your one-stop Michigan voter guide for November 4, 2025 — from mayors to millages, roads to schools. Hosted by Joe, Finding The Middle helps voters cut through the noise and focus on what matters. 

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What happens when free speech collides with funding for higher education?

In this compelling conversation Joe and Mike explore the often-overlooked role of community colleges in promoting equity and access, the chilling effect of federal funding freezes, and the political dynamics that influence education policy. We confront the steep drop in trust toward higher education, the mounting burden of student debt, and the way diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) initiatives are being misunderstood or misapplied.

With a centrist lens, we argue that higher education must be reimagined—shifting from institutions to outcomes, from mandates to individuals, from slogans to solutions. Community colleges matter. Free speech matters. Access matters.

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Free Speech & Education Funding
01:33 – Community College Success & Equity
04:31 – Impact of Federal Funding Freezes
10:00 – Political Dynamics in Education Funding
15:49 – Accountability and Cancel Culture in Higher Education
19:46 – Trust in Higher Education & Societal Changes
24:56 – Reimagining Higher Education
27:51 – Impact of Economic Hardship on Education
32:10 – Defending DEI: Misconceptions & Realities
36:03 – Role of Community Colleges in Democracy
40:08 – Understanding DEI: Misconceptions & Realities
48:24 – Personal Experiences with Autism & Education

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In a time when division dominates headlines, Adam Mizel chose a different path — leaving the corporate boardroom to co-found US United, a grassroots movement bringing Americans together through action, not outrage.

Host Joseph Steagall explores how Adam Mizel and Sheriff Chris Swanson’s partnership is inspiring real change in communities across America.

💬 Topics Covered:
• How business leadership can fix civic division
• US United’s community projects and road tours
• Sheriff Chris Swanson’s partnership for empathy-based policing
• The psychology and economics of America’s divide
• The rise of “The Polarization Industry” — and how to stop feeding it

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The discussion touches upon the ongoing situation in the **middle east**, specifically regarding **gaza** and **israel palestine**. The speaker expresses concerns about **israel**'s response and its impact on civilians, especially in light of the **gaza war**, urging a more measured approach to the conflict after the initial attacks, with more **israel news** coming out daily, as well as news from **palestine**.

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Feeling hopeless? This video provides some much needed motivation and inspiration for those struggling. Learn how to shift your mindset and start on a path of personal growth with these self help tips and start positive thinking today!

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Highlights an initiative to bring **people** together at **sports events**! Witness moments of **comedy** and **funny** scenarios as strangers connect. This is a unique form of **sports** **animation**.

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The importance of **communication** and **listening** to different perspectives. Emphasizing the need for **respect** in **relationships**, it offers insights into **self improvement** and **self help**. Learn how better **communication skills** can bridge divides.

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