# The Steve Gruber Show | Fragile Ceasefire, Falling Oil, Rising Stakes

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Podcast: [The Steve Gruber Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-steve-gruber-show-1631034)
Published: 2026-04-09T14:14:20+00:00
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The Steve Gruber Show | Fragile Ceasefire, Falling Oil, Rising Stakes --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:01 – Payton McNabb, Independent Women ambassador. McNabb discusses the repeal of Biden-era Title IX resolution agreements and how the issue is shaping a broader national debate. She shares her personal story and how it has become central to ongoing discussions about fairness in women’s sports. 27:53 – Brad Hoos, Founder of MuskOx. Hoos highlights MuskOx’s mission to create durable, high-quality flannel built for outdoor comfort and performance. He also shares product updates, upcoming events like the Barry-Roubaix race, and how customers can save at gomuskox.com/gruber using code HEAVYWEIGHT. 37:46 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 46:47 – Johanna Neuman, former White House correspondent for the Los Angeles Times and USA Today, and author of Trump’s Superpower. Neuman discusses cultural and national identity, comparing patriotic displays abroad to attitudes in the United States. She explores why expressions of national pride differ across countries. 1:05:51 – James Fitzpatrick, attorney, Army veteran, and Director of the Center to Advance Security in America. Fitzpatrick discusses a potential U.S.–Iran ceasefire and its broader geopolitical implications. He also touches on national security considerations and strategic outcomes. 1:16:04 - Monologue 1:24:50 – Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk and candidate for Michigan Secretary of State. Forlini discusses his efforts to improve transparency in election systems. He outlines reforms and innovations aimed at increasing public trust. 1:34:44 – Patrick A. McLaughlin, Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution and Visiting Fellow at the Pacific Legal Foundation. McLaughlin discusses concerns over proposed rail regulations and the…

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