Best Michael Carducci Podcasts (2025)

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Kicking Ass & Calling It: Michael Steele Isn’t Here for Your Bullshit 33:07

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Every time the news cycle spins a little crazier, Michael Steele manages to cut through the crap. Today, Michael & Jo get real about why “off-ramps” are a joke, how the cult of Trump owns the GOP, and why politicians hiding behind closed-door complaints are wasting everyone’s time. They talk about MAGA distractions, media circus nonsense, gerrymand…

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Leading with the Art of Innovation ft. Michael Carducci 48:08

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Harry Dunn on Facts vs. Fiction 39:56

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Jo welcomes former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn—a frontline defender on January 6th and now a relentless advocate for democracy.Jojo and Harry dig into the personal cost of defending the Capitol, the ongoing fight against gaslighting and political revisionism, and why real accountability matters more than ever. From firsthand stories of courag…

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Mobilizing Influence: Reimagining Political Media with Sam Schwartz 41:34

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Jo welcomes activist and Siren Network co-founder Sam Schwartz for a conversation about what real political influence looks like in the new media landscape. They dig into how creators are moving audiences from passive news consumption to active organizing, why legacy outlets have lost their edge, and what it takes to build an independent platform t…

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Upholding Decency: Senator Alex Padilla on SCOTUS, Immigration, and the Cost of Political Violence 21:25

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On this candid episode of Sane(ish), Jo sits down with Senator Alex Padilla for a real-time reckoning with democracy’s fragile state. Recorded as breaking news unfolded about the death of Charlie Kirk, the conversation does not shy away from the day’s pain and makes clear: political violence has no place in America, no matter our differences. Jojo …

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F*ck Around, Find Out: Democracy Isn’t Waiting 24:10

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This week Jo sits down with the sharp-tongued, chaos-loving hosts of the Find Out podcast—Tim, Chris, and Luke—for a rapid-fire breakdown of what happens when democracy’s on the line and the only rule is: “mess around, and you’re gonna find out.” From Nazi-hunting and meme warfare to the FAFO50 campaign (hello, California!), everyone’s airing their…

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Why We Don’t Shut Up with Olivia Julianna 35:18

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Jo connects with Olivia Julianna to spill what the mainstream won’t: survivors coming for Trump, DC’s useless grandstanders, and the dirty tricks Texas keeps beta-testing for the rest of America. From Republican stunts that cost real lives to why “as goes Texas, so goes the nation” isn’t just a cliché, this episode calls out the powerful by name, l…

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No More Thoughts and Prayers: Real Action with Jess Piper 49:02

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On the day another community was shattered by a school shooting in Minnesota, Jo and Jess Piper drop the niceties and get honest about America’s epidemic of gun violence laying bare the emotional toll of shooter drills, the rage and helplessness of waiting for news, and the absurdity of politicians hiding behind “thoughts and prayers” while refusin…

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Get Onboard or Get Outta the Way with Joe Walsh 41:17

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Jo’s joined by former GOP Rep-turned-Dem Joe Walsh for a conversation about everything from the endless social media attention wars to Gavin Newsom’s headline-grabbing comms game and the sky-high stakes for democracy. Jo and Joe break down the difference between fighting and flailing and why unity beats purity testing every damn time.They tackle ex…

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The Power of Saying 'I Don't Know:' Unlocking Growth and Innovation ft. Kathy Brown 19:45

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Taking Control of Your Leadership Journey. Lessons From A Leader Who Got Himself Stuck ft. Mitch Greenfield 26:25

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Leading IT Through Explosive Business Growth: A 3-Year Journey ft. Nate Simon 47:29

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Cold Truths & Hot Mess: Joel Rubin on Putin’s Alaska Visit and Jo's Chat with Gavin Newsom 47:26

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Strap in—this episode of Sane(ish) with Joel Rubin is one hell of a ride. First, Jo shares a preview of her chat with Gavin Newsom. Then, we’re talking Putin’s shady-ass visit to Alaska, America’s democracy freezing its ass off, and all the bullshit power plays that make you wanna scream into a pillow. Joel’s got the no-BS rundown on what’s really …

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I’ve Had It Crossover with Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan 43:42

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Three Blondes Walk Into a Podcast… Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan—the uncensored, hilarious hosts of the hit chart-topping I’ve Had It Podcast join Sane(ish)! In this outrageously honest episode, three sharp-witted hot blondes dive into everything from fighting political insanity and calling out MAGA hypocrisy to surviving life’s messiest, most …

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Malcolm Nance: Exposing Trump’s Racism & the Authoritarian Takeover in DC 34:33

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Former Navy intelligence officer and bestselling author Malcolm Nance joins Jo for an unflinching deep dive into America’s most urgent crisis: the rise of authoritarianism and Trump’s not-so-hidden racism. In this explosive conversation, Nance dissects the playbook threatening our democracy, exposes the dangerous alliances fueling extremism, and of…

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Roasting the Bullshit and Staying Sane with John Fugelsang 36:42

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If you’re not losing your mind a little, you’re probably not paying attention. This week on Sane(ish), Jo sits down with John Fugelsang to roast hypocrisy, unpack the ridiculousness and share some much-needed truths about faith, rage, and grit. Jo’s been writing about everything from South Park mercilessly dunking on Kristi Noem to why sometimes yo…

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Some Things I Have Learned Since DOS ft. Wally Nehls 27:43

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Ctrl+Alt+Lead: The Power of Communication in IT Leadership ft. Drew McMonigle 35:07

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When Congress Breaks, Who Fixes It? With Rep. Jason Crow 27:43

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Jo sits down with Colorado’s own Congressman Jason Crow, a former Army Ranger and national security hawk. With D.C. gridlocked, Texas politics unraveling, and new headlines piling up about democracy under siege, Jason brings the heat on what real leadership and service look like in 2025. They dig into why chaos in Congress isn’t just noise it’s a r…

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Texas Holdouts & Spin Doctors with Ron Filipkowski 54:56

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Jo sits down with Ron Filipkowski, MeidasTouch’s editor-in-chief, ex-prosecutor, and the guy whose X feed you check before your first coffee. The two dive straight into the Texas caper: Democratic lawmakers making a midnight dash out of the state—more Springsteen than C-SPAN—to stop the GOP’s latest attempt to gerrymander themselves a permanent maj…

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Senator Ruben Gallego on What Still Matters 19:34

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This week, Jo gets raw and real with Senator Ruben Gallego for a deep dive into what happens when Congress ghosts the hard truths and survivors are left carrying the weight in silence. Against the backdrop of another performative escape to summer recess, Jo shares the most personal Substack yet: a letter to survivors who watch their abusers rise to…

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Cicadas and Cover-Ups: Vindman and Jo Take on the Summer of Denial 29:32

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Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman joins Jojo from Jerz in the July heat (cicadas and all) to break down a week when political theater has nothing on the real-world consequences of cowardice and cover-ups. From Trump’s “Ukraine Pivot” to the MAGA meltdown over the Epstein files, Vindman pulls zero punches. They unpack Tulsi Gabbard’s attempts to …

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Summer Recess: Johnson Closes Shop, Nothing to See Here with Rep. Jim Himes 22:38

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While the Epstein files scandal explodes and unfinished business piles up, Speaker Mike Johnson just sprinted for the exits—slamming the gavel on an early summer recess before anyone could say “roll call.” Congress didn’t just adjourn; it staged a getaway, ducking the cameras and dodging the receipts. Jojo from Jerz grabs the megaphone and sits dow…

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Democracy on the Clearance Rack: Jamie Raskin on Congress Giving It Away 17:48

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Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Jo in the middle of a week when American democracy feels like it’s on the clearance rack. From Congress giving away its power with the Recessions Act, to lawmakers cosplaying as fiscal hawks while slashing PBS and NPR before even considering a billionaire tax cut, Jo and Raskin unpack what’s happening beneath the circ…

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IT Team Culture’s a Road Trip—Bumpy, but Worth the Ride ft. Jay Stanley 24:18

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Jay Stanley uses the metaphor of a road trip to explore IT team culture, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, adventure, and especially the social aspects of building strong, resilient teams. Drawing on personal experiences and team-building exercises, Jay illustrates how deepening personal connections and encouraging growth—both professional…

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More Than a Job Title: Reclaiming Your Story ft. Dimple Shah 29:53

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Dimple Shah reflects on how our professional identities often become tied to our titles, especially in times of uncertainty and change within the IT industry. She shares personal lessons about resilience, the importance of not letting titles define us, embracing pivots or career changes, practicing self-care, and finding purpose beyond the workplac…

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Let THEM Lie and Fight Each Other with Congressman Jared Moskowitz 40:27

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Congressman Jared Moskowitz joins Jo for a no-holds-barred breakdown of a week so stupid you can’t make it up: Congress duck-walks away from the Epstein files, Republicans lock arms to shield the secrets their own base is demanding, and suddenly the MAGA mob is eating itself while Trump twirls behind the curtain. Moskowitz drags the whole charade f…

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Handing Over the Keys: Senator Angus King on Power Grabs, PBS Cuts, and Why Congress Needs a Spine 24:44

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Jo sits down with Senator Angus King—Maine’s straight-shooting Independent and connoisseur of constitutional reality checks—for a conversation that blows the lid off Washington’s latest “power of the purse” giveaway. From Congress rolling over on the Rescissions Act (“one more building block in the edifice of authoritarianism”) to the boneheaded cr…

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Trump’s NATO Circus, Tariffs, and that really bad Billionaire Boner Bill with Tom Malinowski 48:46

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Jo sits down with Tom Malinowski—former Congressman, Assistant Secretary of State, and expert on foreign policy and democracy. From Trump’s super awkward NATO deals and unpredictable tariff threats to the devastating impact of the big bad “Billionaire Boner Bill,” they unpack the real consequences for working families, small businesses, and America…

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Not Giving a Sh*t: Brian Karem on the Fight for Press Freedom 43:53

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Journalist, author, and “Just Ask the Question” podcast host Brian Karem joins Jo for a raw, unfiltered conversation about journalism in the age of chaos. Brian shares what it’s like to be marginalized in the White House briefing room, the evolution of propaganda from the podium, and why the current administration’s contempt for truth is unlike any…

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We're NOT Powerless: David Pakman on Resisting the Rise of Fascism 33:31

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David Pakman - host of The David Pakman Show- joins Jo for a raw, honest, and unexpectedly hopeful conversation about life in America after "The Billionaire Boner Bill." David and Jo revisit their first meeting at The White House- before "the shit show came in for season two" - and reflect on just how quickly things have unraveled. Together, they b…

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Exhausted by Hypocrisy: John Fugelsang on Faith, Politics, & a Healthy Dose of Swearing 48:54

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Jo welcomes comedian, SiriusXM host, and author John Fugelsang for a brutally honest—and frequently hilarious—conversation about America’s relentless cruelty, the billionaire boner bill, and why the GOP’s Bible-thumping is pure performance. With his new book coming out August 19th (preorder it now), Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person’s Gu…

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Don’t Come for Our Health Care: Senator Tina Smith’s Urgent Message 17:08

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This rapid-response episode of Sane(ish) couldn’t be more urgent. Jo is joined by Senator Tina Smith just as the Senate moves to vote on the “billionaire boner bill” which would gut health care, slash benefits for working families, and hand out tax breaks to billionaires. Senator Smith lays out what’s really at stake, why this fight matters for mom…

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The Billionaire Boner Bill with Senator Chris Murphy 14:15

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In this urgent episode of Sane(ish), Jo is joined by sits Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut following a powerful Capitol Hill hearing on the Republican “Big Beautiful Betrayal” bill—or as Jo calls it, the “Billionaire Boner Bill.” Together, they break down the real-world consequences of this catastrophic legislation, which threatens to kick milli…

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No Rulebook, No Adults: So What Happens Now (with George Conway & Heather Cox Richardson) 52:53

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Jojo from Jerz brings together legal heavyweight George Conway and historian Heather Cox Richardson for a candid, unscripted conversation about the chaos of June 2025. With Trump launching strikes on Iran, Congress sidelined, and the world on edge, Jo, George, and Heather cut through the noise to ask: How did we get here—and what happens next? Geor…

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Beyond Leadership: A Paradigm for the 21st Century and Beyond ft. Matthew Chodkowski 33:38

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The Power Within: Leading Teams with Intrinsic Motivation ft. Nirav Shah 37:14

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Enabling the Power of Information! ft. Philip Stockwell 21:21

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What We’ve Got Here Is A Failure To Communicate – Techniques To Land Your Message ft. Bret Wingert 36:02

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Worst Team-Building Exercise Ever -- What I Learned Stranded on a Mountain ft. Loren Kutsko 29:43

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TechEQ: Mastering Results, Relationships and Respect in the Digital Age ft. Shannon Wilson 40:50

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Navigating the Waters ft. Doug McCollough 24:17

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Transforming IT Leadership: The Power of the 7 Mindsets ft. Maureen Metcalf 34:36

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In the age of AI, leadership, and followership are undergoing significant transformations. Maureen Metcalf, a highly respected executive advisor and CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute, emphasizes the importance of evolving leadership practices to meet the demands of this new era. Her work focuses on guiding organizations through structured …

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Do You Really Want To Climb The Ladder? ft. Bill Fortwangler 40:59

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How Do You Lead When You’re Still in the Trenches? ft. Adam Gunnett 42:05

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AI Atrophy: Leading Through the Diminishing Returns of Over-Reliance ft. Jeff Jarecki 33:49

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AI is transforming how we work, accelerating productivity and decision-making across every industry—but it's also introducing a subtle, dangerous side effect: the erosion of human problem-solving, critical thinking, and technical intuition. This phenomenon, which I call AI Atrophy, represents the quiet decline of our cognitive and creative abilitie…

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Finding the Path to Yes ft. Brian Quick 34:19

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Trump, Iran, and the Brink: Joel Rubin Breaks Down What’s Really at Stake 38:20

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With the world on edge over the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, Jo sits down with national security expert and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Joel Rubin for a deeply human conversation about what’s really happening behind the headlines. As Trump’s stance on U.S. involvement in the region shifts by the hour, swinging from “no new wars” …

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Tanks, Tweets, & Truth Bombs: Rachel Vindman on Trump’s Parade and the Real Fight 59:17

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Rachel and Jo discuss the disconnect between political theater and the lived realities of veterans, including the impact of recent VA policy changes on healthcare access. They explore the professionalism of service members, the importance of lawful orders—even when they’re “awful”—and why storytelling is essential for advocacy and driving change. T…

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It Takes a Village to Roast Stephen Miller—Community, Outrage and Fighting Back with Brooklyn Dad Defiant 44:30

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Majid Padellan, better known as Brooklyn Dad Defiant joins for a spirited conversation about the state of America in 2025. They take aim at Stephen Miller’s legacy of cruelty, the ongoing ICE raids and National Guard deployments, and the propaganda fueling chaos in Los Angeles. Majid shares how he uses humor and activism to push back against despai…