The Middle Ground Mic
The MiddleGround Mic is a top-ranked news commentary and politics podcast built on one principle: No Left. No Right. Forward. Hosted by Joseph Steagall, the show cuts through partisan noise and dives deep into the issues shaping America and the world. From elections and foreign policy to local community challenges, every episode seeks common ground where real solutions live.
Ranked in the top #15 U.S. News Commentary podcasts, The MiddleGround Mic features influential guests — from thought leaders and journalists to everyday voices making an impact. With balanced perspectives, raw conversations, and a centrist outlook, we give listeners what’s missing in today’s media: honesty, clarity, and a way forward.
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The Middle Ground Mic
Restorative Justice & Mental Health: A Conversation with Leah Brown
What happens when a mergers and acquisitions lawyer walks away from corporate success to confront trauma, conflict, and systemic failure? In this powerful episode, Leah Brown shares her journey from chaotic beginnings to becoming a mediator and advocate for restorative justice.
Leah unpacks how childhood trauma shapes adult lives, why COVID-19 worsened mental health struggles, and how institutional failures keep cycles of harm alive. With honesty and courage, she emphasizes the role of feedback, accountability, and cultural shifts in creating true systemic change. This is a conversation about healing, justice, and the human spirit’s resilience.
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