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Raging MI Moderates: 2026 Politics

Raging MI Moderates: 2026 Politics

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The Middle Ground Michiga Podcast is for people who are done being yelled at by politics.


This show lives in the uncomfortable space between tribal talking points and reality — where Michigan actually exists. We call out bad ideas whether they come from Lansing, Washington, or our own side of the aisle. No party loyalty. No outrage farming. No performative nonsense.


If you’re sick of being told you must be angry, must pick a team, must hate your neighbors — this is your place.


We cover Michigan elections, local power, policy failures, corruption, culture wars, and the stuff that actually affects your life — without pretending one party has all the answers or that the other is pure evil. Sometimes that means criticizing Democrats. Sometimes Republicans. Usually both.


This is not a “both sides are the same” podcast.
It’s a both sides need to do better podcast.


Expect honest conversations, uncomfortable truths, and real accountability — with a Michigan-first lens and a future-focused mindset.

No Left.
No Right.
Michigan Forward.

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  • This Is What Happens When Politics Goes Too Far… And Michigan Isn’t Immune

    This Is What Happens When Politics Goes Too Far… And Michigan Isn’t Immune
    Mar 19 2026

    Before we get into today’s topic, a quick shoutout to the fuel that keeps the studio running during long recording sessions.

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    Michigan isn’t Minneapolis.
    Michigan isn’t Portland.

    But what’s happening in those cities?
    It’s closer to us than people want to admit.

    In this episode, I sit down with Adam Swart from Crowds On Demand to break down:

    – Are protests actually being funded?
    – Where is the line between protest and chaos?
    – Why political violence is becoming more accepted
    – And how social media is driving people further apart

    But here’s the bigger question for Michigan:

    Are we heading down the same path?

    Because if moderates don’t speak up…
    the loudest voices take over.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation
    02:19 Protests and Law Enforcement Dynamics
    07:15 The Role of Paid Protesters
    12:34 Political Violence and Its Acceptability
    15:52 The Impact of Social Media on Political Discourse
    19:36 Building Movements and Finding Common Ground
    20:39 Political Unity in Unlikely Places
    21:53 The Dynamics of Portland and Minneapolis
    25:09 The Consequences of Defunding the Police
    26:31 Advocacy and Transparency in Politics
    30:02 Actions vs. Opinions in Political Discourse
    35:45 Finding Common Ground in Divisive Issues
    37:34 Empowering Personal Advocacy

    🎙️ Raging Michigan Moderates
    No Left. No Right. Forward.

    Please support the show for as little as $1: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm

    Subscribe for as little as $5 monthly and get insider access to all three shows from MiddleGround Productions (The MiddleGround Mic, Fractured Justice: True Crime)

    🎙️ Gear used on the show (Raging Michigan Moderates)

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    • Lavalier Mic – NEEWER CM28 PRO Wireless
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    41 min
  • 100 Megawatts: Michigan’s Data Center Boom and Who Pays the Energy Bill

    100 Megawatts: Michigan’s Data Center Boom and Who Pays the Energy Bill
    Mar 5 2026

    Massive data centers are expanding across the United States, and Michigan could soon host facilities requiring up to 100 megawatts of electricity.

    That level of energy demand raises major questions about infrastructure, economic development, and who ultimately pays for the power.

    In this episode of Raging Michigan Moderates we explore the proposed Michigan data center developments, their potential impact on the state’s energy grid, and the broader political and economic debate surrounding digital infrastructure.

    As demand for AI and cloud computing grows, communities across the country are facing new challenges related to electricity demand, grid capacity, and long-term economic planning.

    Michigan may soon face those same questions.

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    (Great after our electric bill & data center episodes)

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    (These affiliate links help support the show at no extra cost.)

    Please support the show for as little as $1: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm

    Subscribe for as little as $5 monthly and get insider access to all three shows from MiddleGround Productions (The MiddleGround Mic, Fractured Justice: True Crime)

    🎙️ Gear used on the show (Raging Michigan Moderates)

    Camera

    • Webcam – Logitech C922x
    https://amzn.to/4deSoG4

    • DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (For outdoor vlogging & Episodes)
    https://amzn.to/4rkviS0

    Microphone

    • Lavalier Mic – NEEWER CM28 PRO Wireless
    https://amzn.to/3OP9UXw

    • Shure MV6 USB Microphone
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    Headphones

    • Shure Professional Studio Headphones
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    14 min
  • Is Iran About to Fall? The Shah, Trump & the Global Power Shift

    Is Iran About to Fall? The Shah, Trump & the Global Power Shift
    Mar 2 2026

    Iran’s leadership future is uncertain, and the global power balance may be shifting.

    Ron Bee joins The MiddleGround Mic to analyze Iran’s political structure, the Shah question, China and Russia’s positioning, and what comes next for the Iranian people.

    Episode Breakdown:
    00:00 The Volatile Political Landscape in Iran
    08:48 Leadership and Legitimacy
    17:22 Regional and Global Dynamics
    26:17 Iran’s Military Future
    35:02 Middle Eastern Political Complexities
    41:10 The Nuclear Question
    50:56 Civility in Political Discourse
    57:35 Hope for the Iranian People

    This is a strategic breakdown — not partisan noise.

    No Left. No Right. Forward.

    Please support the show for as little as $1: https://buymeacoffee.com/tmgm

    Subscribe for as little as $5 monthly and get insider access to all three shows from MiddleGround Productions (The MiddleGround Mic, Fractured Justice: True Crime)

    🎙️ Gear used on the show (Raging Michigan Moderates)

    Camera

    • Webcam – Logitech C922x
    https://amzn.to/4deSoG4

    • DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (For outdoor vlogging & Episodes)
    https://amzn.to/4rkviS0

    Microphone

    • Lavalier Mic – NEEWER CM28 PRO Wireless
    https://amzn.to/3OP9UXw

    • Shure MV6 USB Microphone
    https://amzn.to/4rXhPjU

    Headphones

    • Shure Professional Studio Headphones
    https://amzn.to/3OP9UXw
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    56 min
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