True Story with Mike Slater

Faith, family and country are what define Mike Slater. On every episode of True Story, Mike speaks to the conservative heart by focusing on the 5 values that most inspire a virtuous life: curiosity, gratitude, hope, zest and love. Where other hosts may use anger, frustration and hopelessness to cover events, Mike tells stories that connect to eternal principles and conservative values. If you want a more intellectual approach to the issues of the day without the same old talking points, tune in to “True Story” every weekday at 11am ET.

Politics By Faith: God vs Country

Politics By Faith: God vs Country

Mike Slater tackles the timeless tension between spiritual devotion and national loyalty in today’s divided America. Mike explores how modern believers navigate a world where cultural, political, and moral lines are increasingly blurred. From debates over religious freedom to the challenges of living out Christian values in a polarized society, Slater unpacks real-world issues with clarity and conviction.

CALIFORNICATION: A Warning To America

CALIFORNICATION: A Warning To America

Mike Slater lays bare the dramatic decline of California and its urgent warning for the rest of America. With his incisive wit and principled perspective, Slater unpacks how progressive policies—crippling taxes, rampant crime, spiraling homelessness, and suffocating regulations—have eroded the once-thriving Golden State. From crumbling infrastructure to the flight of businesses and families, Slater reveals the stark consequences of California’s governance

Why Iran Can’t Have A Nuclear Weapon & The Likely Outcome For U.S. Involvement In Conflict

Why Iran Can’t Have A Nuclear Weapon & The Likely Outcome For U.S. Involvement In Conflict

Tensions are rising between the United States and Iran as Israel continues its offensive against the Iranian regime. Mike Slater, host of Politics By Faith, chats with Mike Baker, host of The President’s Daily Brief, to discuss the key questions surrounding this issue. Why is it that Iran can’t have a nuclear weapon? What is the most likely outcome for U.S. involvement in the conflict? Those questions and more answered.
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PRIDE: The Worst Original Sin

PRIDE: The Worst Original Sin

In this powerful Politics by Faith special, host Mike Slater tackles the sin of pride—often called the root of all sin—and its profound impact on today’s cultural and political battles. With sharp insight and a faith-driven perspective, Mike explores how pride fuels division, shapes ideologies, and challenges our moral compass in 2025. This episode uncovers the subtle and destructive ways pride infiltrates our lives. Join Mike for a thought-provoking discussion that blends scripture, reason, and real-world examples to reveal why humility might be the antidote we need.

Politics By Faith: Religious Unity & The Rise Of Pope Leo XIV

Politics By Faith: Religious Unity & The Rise Of Pope Leo XIV

Mike Slater dives into the future of Christian unity across all church. Mike explores how Christians can bridge divides in a fragmented world. Grounded in scripture and America’s founding principles, he discusses the challenges and opportunities for believers to unite in faith, offering practical insights and a biblical perspective on leadership and peace.