# The Steve Gruber Show | Fabricated Scandals & Falling Democrats: The Narrative Collapses

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Podcast: [The Steve Gruber Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-steve-gruber-show-1631034)
Published: 2026-04-14T14:11:40+00:00
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The Steve Gruber Show | Fabricated Scandals & Falling Democrats: The Narrative Collapses --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:08 – Patrice Onwuka, Director of the Center for Economic Opportunity at the Independent Women’s Forum. Onwuka discusses retirement insecurity facing many Americans and highlights a policy rule that could improve long-term financial stability. She explains how reforms could help individuals better prepare for retirement. 27:58 – Nick Hopwood, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Peak Wealth Management. Hopwood breaks down current market trends, recent drawdowns, and what history suggests about potential rebounds. He also covers Tax Day strategies, including Roth contributions, and discusses growing concerns about the federal deficit. Visit YouTube.com/peakwealthmgmt to catch all of his segments. 38:07 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:07 – Marc Beckman, Senior Advisor to the First Lady, author of Some Future Day, and producer of the film MELANIA. Beckman discusses the first conviction under Melania Trump’s “Take It Down Act” and highlights her work supporting children and combating exploitation. He also addresses public perception and criticism of her initiatives. 57:18 – Mandy M. Gunasekara, author of Y’all Fired and former Chief of Staff at the EPA under President Trump. Gunasekara discusses global energy markets, including oil and gas concerns tied to the Strait of Hormuz. She explains how geopolitical tensions are influencing energy prices. 1:06:05 – Sen. Brad Overcash, North Carolina State Senator representing Gaston County. Overcash discusses a political dispute involving a mural controversy and criticism directed at Democrats. He outlines the broader cultural and political implications. 1:16:13 - Monologue 1:25:02 – Ivey Gruber, President…

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