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Podcasts

To get an idea of how Dan responds in real time to challenging questions thrown at him, tune into his podcasts and radio interviews. We're always adding more content to this page, so check back occasionally for the latest!

The Patriot Party

Hosted by Matt Davis, The Patriot Party brings live interviews, investigative reporting, and unbiased news across politics, world affairs, finance, tech, entertainment, and more. We cut through the mainstream media spin to deliver truth through an America First lens — with no party agendas. In this episode, Matt interviews Dan Schaefer and discusses a wide range of political issues affecting every American, especially those in the Midwest. Topics include fair taxation, healthcare, education, and housing. Click on the image below to listen!

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Shades of Jade Podcast

Shades of Jade is a political podcast with the intent to bridge the divide between political parties. The podcast leans to the right, but all opinions are respected. No arguing, no debating, just an attempt to understand one another and give all voices a platform. In this episode, host Sam Wooldrik interviews Dan about his background, political journey, and the key issues facing Missouri, including healthcare, education, and the wealth gap. They also discuss the challenges of political engagement, the importance of voting, and the disillusionment many feel towards the political system. Dan emphasizes the need for effective communication and personal connections in politics, while also addressing the moral complexities of political blindness. They also touch on environmental issues related to agriculture and the impact of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) on local communities. Click the image below to listen!

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Project Third-Eye Opened

Project Third-Eye Opened shines a light on events that, at first glance, seem inconsequential and accidental, but reveal something more consequential and sinisterly deliberate upon closer examination. This podcast encourages listeners to question with extreme boldness the motives and intent of those in the nation's leadership positions. In this episode, host Tony El sits down with Dan Schaefer—engineer by training, progressive by conviction, and Missouri House candidate—for a candid conversation on the unknown underbelly of American politics and political activism. From transforming from a Republican to a Progressive Democrat, Dan shares his unique points of view, his fight for equity, climate action, and democratic reform. Whether you're into grassroots politics, progressive movements, or a sideline political junkie, this episode delivers fresh perspective and real talk. Please join us for a wide-ranging discussion by clicking on the image below!

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America's Fractured Politics

America's Fractured Politics is a podcast for listeners who are passionate about politics, policy, and the future of our nation. It not only describes the problems we face but offers real solutions. The host, Mark Mansour, is an attorney, a longtime Democratic activist, and a Capitol Hill staffer. In this episode, Mark and Dan spend time discussing Dan's race for the Missouri House of Representatives and the current state of politics in Missouri and nationwide. Please join us for a wide-ranging discussion by clicking on the image below!

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Billy Dees Podcast

The Billy Dees Podcast explores current events, news, and politics with a focus on insight over outrage. Billy steers clear of partisan shouting matches in favor of professional, respectful conversation. In this podcast, Billy and Dan discuss some of the biggest political issues of the day, including the need for law and order, immigration, reproductive rights, and what's going on in Missouri politics. While Billy leans toward conservatism and Dan leans toward progressivism, they find much common ground anchored in a common-sense approach to addressing the big political problems of the day. Click on the image below to listen to the podcast! 

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The Middle Ground Mic

In this conversation, Joe and Dan discuss the responsibilities individuals faced during the COVID pandemic, the government's preparedness for public health crises, and the erosion of trust between citizens and their government. They explore the implications of political decisions on society, the importance of accountability, and the dynamics of political discourse. The discussion also touches on youth perspectives on politics and the need for open dialogue in a polarized environment. Click on the image below and listen!

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Politically High Tech

A podcast with facts and opinions on different topics like politics, policy, technology, especially AI, spirituality, and development! This podcast aims to show political viewpoints and sometimes praises/criticizes them. In this episode, Dan Schaefer, progressive candidate for the Missouri House of Representatives, shares his journey from engineering to politics and his perspective on navigating a red state as a Democrat with socially progressive and fiscally conservative views. Click on the image below and listen!

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The Middle Ground Mic

The Middle Ground Mic seeks the middle ground on issues that people care about. In this episode, Joe interviews Dan Schaefer, a past and current candidate for the Missouri House of Representatives, District 97. Running as a Democrat in a red district has challenges, but Dan is not afraid to present himself as a progressive candidate. While progressive on a social level, he remains surprisingly conservative on a fiscal level, and he even makes a conservative argument in support of a single-payer healthcare system, otherwise known as "Medicare for All." Tune in, where we discuss healthcare and many other important issues in today's society. Click on the image below and listen!

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Coffee with Bearded Bad Dad

Raw, unfiltered conversations on everything from politics to parenting, war, UFOs, and more. No scripts, no filters—just real talk with real people. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Dan joins Ricky Fulton and dives into the political divide in their home state of Missouri. From conservative strongholds to progressive policy wins, they hash out Trump vs Biden, the Roe v Wade reversal, transgender sports policies, identity politics, and why both parties seem more interested in culture war theatre than real solutions. Ricky explains why he voted for Trump, despite once identifying as a Democrat, and Dan challenges the narrative that progressives can't also be fiscally responsible. This episode cuts through the noise; no scripts, no filters, just two guys trying to make sense of a broken system. Click on the image below and listen!

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Lean to the Left

Lean to the Left provides liberal political commentary about important developments involving Republicans and Democrats in power, and supports efforts to resist those who would subvert democracy and impede freedom of the press. In this podcast, Dan talks with host Bob Gatty and co-hosts Robert Thompson and Arthur Hill about strategies for winning a state legislative seat in Missouri, among other topics. Click on the image below to watch the podcast on YouTube. Click on the image below and listen!

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