The Steve Gruber Show

Dr. Josh Umbehr | Direct Primary Care: The Future of Medicine

On The Steve Gruber Show, Steve is joined by Dr. Josh Umbehr, M.D., a Family Medicine Specialist from Wichita, Kansas, to talk about the future of healthcare, and why Democrats are ignoring the primary care revolution. Dr. Umbehr explains how direct primary care is transforming the doctor-patient relationship, cutting out bloated insurance bureaucracy, and putting patients back in control of their own health. It’s a model that lowers costs, increases access, and restores trust, but Washington elites and the Left want nothing to do with it. Steve and Dr. Umbehr dig into why that is, and why direct primary care could be the future of medicine in America.

Steve Gruber | More on Direct Primary Care

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John Tamny | The End of Laziness

Steve sits down with John Tamny, Political Economy editor at Forbes, senior economic adviser to Toreador Research & Trading, and editor of RealClearMarkets.com, to tackle some of the biggest myths in economics and public policy. They’ll discuss why the so-called “end of laziness” will run roughshod over income guarantees, exposing how entitlement schemes can’t withstand real-world economics. Plus, Tamny introduces his brand-new book, Deficit Delusion: Why Everything Left, Right, and Supply-Side Tells You About the National Debt Is Wrong, where he flips the conventional wisdom on debt and deficits upside down. This is a conversation about hard truths, false promises, and the future of America’s economic freedom.

Steve Gruber | The Current Housing Market

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Steve Gruber | A Second Big, Beautiful Bill is on the Horizon

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Ann Vandersteel | Food Safety Betrayed: The FDA’s Dirty Secrets

Steve is joined by Ann Vandersteel, co-founder of the American Made Foundation and trailblazer in new media, to expose shocking truths about what’s really happening with our food supply. Ann reveals how dangerous products, banned in other countries, are still being fed to Americans with the blessing of the FDA. This isn’t just bureaucratic incompetence, it’s outright negligence that puts profits above public health. Steve and Ann dig into how Americans are being poisoned, literally, and what can be done to fight back, reclaim food safety, and demand accountability.

Steve Gruber | Separating The Natural Resources Commission Between Upper and Lower Peninsula

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Michelle Mangiapane | Red Tape and Politics Are Driving Good Teachers Away

Steve welcomes Michelle Mangiapane, IW Features Storyteller and Veteran Teacher, to share her powerful personal story of why she walked away from the classroom. Michelle explains how red tape, endless regulations, and political agendas have driven passionate educators out of teaching, hurting both teachers and students. From bureaucrats tying teachers’ hands to politics infecting lesson plans, this is a firsthand account of what’s really happening inside America’s schools and why reform is desperately needed.

Ivey Gruber | From Public Servants to Millionaires: The DC Scam

On The Steve Gruber Show, Steve is joined by Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network, to expose one of Washington’s dirtiest secrets: politicians magically becoming millionaires through insider trading. How does someone like Ilhan Omar go from under a million dollars to a reported $30 million net worth in just a few short years on a public servant’s salary? Steve and Ivey dig into the corruption, the shady deals, and the double standards that let politicians profit while everyday Americans are left behind. And of course, no conversation about political insider trading would be complete without mentioning Nancy Pelosi, whose trading record has become legendary for all the wrong reasons. It’s about time the swamp was drained of this legalized corruption.

Scot Bertram | The Problem in Journalism

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — The White House says Illinois Governor JB Pritzker should be asking for help with controlling crime in Chicago.  Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Chicago's crime rate is Pritzker's legacy.  President Trump has talked about possibly conducting a similar crime crackdown in Chicago like the one in Washington, D.C.

Two ---  The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage slipped this week to its lowest level in 10 months, though it remains close to where it’s been in recent weeks. The long-term rate eased to 6.56% from 6.58% last week. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.35%. Elevated mortgage rates have added to a slump in the U.S. housing market that began in early 2022.

 
And number three ---   Former Major League Baseball star Mark Teixeira is running for Congress in Texas.  He once played for the Texas Rangers before finishing is career in New York with the Yankees.  The self-described "lifelong conservative" he's ready to defend President Trump's America First agenda. 

Scot Bertram | Democrat Media is Misleading

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Alejandro J. Ramos | Restoring Patriotism Through Civic Education

We’re joined by Alejandro J. Ramos, Young Voices contributor and Founder of the Ramos Research Institute. Based at Cornell University, Ramos is sounding the alarm on what’s missing in our schools today: patriotism and civic education. Too many young Americans grow up not understanding the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, or even what it means to be an American. Instead, they’re fed a steady diet of divisive ideologies that weaken national pride. Ramos explains why restoring civic education is vital for the future of our Republic, how we can instill love of country in the next generation, and why teaching kids about freedom, duty, and responsibility is the antidote to the cultural decline we see all around us.

James Lynch | School Choice Is Here to Stay

Joining is James Lynch, news writer for National Review and former reporter for the Daily Caller. Based in Washington, D.C., James has been covering the education battles up close, and he says one thing is clear: school choice is here to stay. From charter schools to education savings accounts, parents are demanding the power to decide what’s best for their children’s future. Despite pushback from teachers’ unions and the left, momentum is only growing as families flee failing public schools and embrace educational freedom. James breaks down why this movement is unstoppable, what it means for parents across America, and how it’s reshaping the future of education.

Scot Bertram | The Left will Attack Police Forces but not GANGS

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — A group of Democratic governors is criticizing the Trump administration's efforts to deploy National Guard troops in major cities.  In a joint statement Thursday, 19 governors called the efforts an alarming abuse of power.  They claim Trump has cut funding for law enforcement and undermined the authority of governors over their states' National Guards. 

 

Two ---  Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is filing a lawsuit after President Trump's attempt to fire her.  The suit is the start of a legal battle between the two sides that will likely end up in front of the Supreme Court.  It follows a Justice Department criminal investigation into the board governor after she was accused of making false statements on home mortgage applications. 

 
And number three ---  Today marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. It was one of the costliest and deadliest storms ever to strike the United States.

Katrina was responsible for nearly 1,400 deaths and caused $125 billion in damage. Two days after landfall, more than 80% of New Orleans was flooded due to levee failures.

Dr. Karl Benzio | Sports Betting: America’s Next Opioid Crisis?

We’re joined by Dr. Karl Benzio, Chief Psychiatric Officer at Honey Lake Clinic and Medical Director at the American Association of Christian Counselors. With his decades of experience in psychiatry and addiction treatment, Dr. Benzio is raising the alarm on a growing problem, the explosion of sports betting in America. As states rush to legalize and profit from gambling, he warns this may turn into the next opioid-level crisis, leaving families shattered and lives destroyed. Dr. Benzio will break down why the addictive pull of sports betting is so dangerous, what patterns he’s already seeing, and how America must respond before it spirals out of control.

Tim Walberg | Time to Root Out Campus Antisemitism

Joining us is Congressman Tim Walberg, who represents Michigan’s Fifth Congressional District and serves on both the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and the Workforce Committee. Today, he’s weighing in on the GOP’s expanding investigations into antisemitism at UCLA and UCSF medical schools. With growing concerns about bias and hostility on college campuses, Rep. Walberg will explain why these probes are necessary, how Congress is addressing antisemitism in higher education, and what steps need to be taken to ensure accountability and protect Jewish students.

Timothy K. Minella | The Truth About Arizona ESAs: Setting the Record Straight

Joining the show is Timothy K. Minella, senior fellow at the Goldwater Institute's Van Sittert Center for Constitutional Advocacy. Timothy is here to clear the air on a critical issue: Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Accounts. The Washington Post recently launched what can only be described as a hit piece, twisting the facts and attacking school choice. Timothy will break down what’s really happening, why the Post got it wrong, and why ESAs remain one of the most powerful tools for parents who want real options in their children’s education.

Scot Bertram | Journalists Preventing You From Acquiring The Truth

Here are 3 big things you need to know—

 

One — President Trump's border czar says plans are in motion for a major deportation push in Chicago.  Tom Homan says officials are discussing using Naval Station Great Lakes near North Chicago to house a large group of ICE agents after Labor Day.  He says Chicago is being targeted due to ongoing crime issues and its status as a sanctuary city.

 

Two ---  The man caught on video throwing a sandwich at a federal agent in Washington, DC is now facing a misdemeanor assault charge.  The office of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the charge Thursday, a day after it failed to get a grand jury felony indictment.  Video of Sean Dunn throwing a sub sandwich at the Border Patrol officer has gone viral.

 
And number three ---  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will be ending its print edition. After more than 150 years in business, the publisher announced that the paper will embrace its digital future following an to email subscribers informing them December 31st will mark the very last printed edition.

 

Steve Dulan | The Left’s Latest Gun Grab

Steve Dulan, professor and licensed attorney, joins to weigh in on the latest calls for gun control from Democrat lawmakers following the tragic Minneapolis school shooting. The Left is once again seizing on a crisis to push restrictions, using the phrase “weapons of war”, but what does that really mean? Steve cuts through the rhetoric, explains the constitutional realities, and makes the case for why protecting the Second Amendment is more important than ever.

Scot Bertram | Gruber Asks About the State of Police in the Country

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Mike Alaimo | Senate OKs Hazardous Waste Crackdown

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan, it’s time for the Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Mike Alaimo, Director of Environmental and Energy Affairs, joins the program to break down the Michigan Senate’s new plan to curtail hazardous waste and trash imports. What does this mean for Michigan businesses, our environment, and the bottom line? Mike explains how the legislation could protect communities while keeping Michigan’s economy strong.

Mike Harris | Building a Safer Michigan with the Public Safety Trust Fund

State Representative Mike Harris joins the show to talk about his new Public Safety Trust Fund, a bold plan to strengthen law enforcement, protect communities, and make sure Michigan families feel safe again. The fund is designed to give police and first responders the resources they need to do their jobs effectively—without the political games or defunding nonsense pushed by the left. Harris explains how this effort will restore order, rebuild trust, and keep our neighborhoods secure.

Steve Gruber | Horrible Tragedy in Minneapolis

Ok—we are burning daylight—and we need to get rolling

 

Number One— Gas prices are the lowest they have been heading into Labor in 5 years—and isn’t that a welcome surprise? Travel my friends—enjoy the holiday—

 

Number Two— The Transportation Department is taking over Union Station here in Washington DC—and it sounds like they may be looking to take over more big facilities—

 

Number Three— Tragedy strikes in Minneapolis, Minnesota – a deranged shooter opened fire on Annunciation Catholic School – while pre-k through 8th grade students were participating in a schoolwide Mass.

Steve Gruber | Tragic School Shooting is Nothing but a Gun Control Effort to the Left

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Steve Gruber | Apple's Fishy New Updates... Efforts to Block Republican Campaigning?

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Nick Hopwood | Trump-Era Economic Trends and Retirement Strategies

Nick Hopwood, Founder and President of Peak Wealth Management, joins to help Americans plan for a secure retirement in today’s uncertain economic climate. With over 25 years of experience, Nick breaks down key financial trends, including the Federal Reserve’s recent Jackson Hole meeting, potential reductions in Obamacare subsidies, and sequence-of-returns risk. He also touches on market insights that parallel his unique ability to spot trends, much like predicting college football outcomes.

For listeners looking to safeguard their retirement, Nick offers a complimentary Roth conversion analysis, just visit peakwm.com/gruber.

Steve Gruber | The Horrible Attack on Children Attending Mass....

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John Koufos | Trump’s Plan to End Cashless Bail

John Koufos, a national expert on criminal justice reform, joins to discuss the dangers of cashless bail policies that have undermined public safety in cities across America. He highlights President Trump’s decisive action to eliminate cashless bail, restore accountability, and protect communities, reinforcing a law-and-order approach that puts citizens’ safety first

Steve Gruber | Federal Judge Intervenes in Deportation of Abrejo Garcia

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Vivek Malek | Fighting for an America Free of China’s Financial Grip

Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek joins the conversation to discuss a growing nationwide push by financial leaders, more than 20 state financial officers, to urge the SEC to prohibit China-based firms from receiving special regulatory relief. As part of this broader effort, Malek has been a leading voice for reducing reliance on China in public finances. He successfully steered Missouri’s pension fund toward divestment from Chinese investments, even prompting Vanguard to file for a new Emerging Markets ex-China ETF after his outreach and lobbying.  In addition, he’s backed legislation banning investments in adversarial countries within Missouri’s public retirement systems, echoing his commitment to safeguarding state funds from geopolitical risk